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KEGULAK S ESSION COMMENCING NOVEMBEE 23, 1886.

COLUMBIA, S . C. Charles A. Calvo, Jr., State Printer. 1886. JOURNAL

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STATEF O SOUTH CAEOLINA.

REGULAR S ESSION COMMENCING NOVEMBER 23,1886.

TUESDAY, N OVEMBER 23, 1886.

Pursuant t o the provisions of the Constitution of the State of South Carolina, the members elect of the House of Representatives, from the several Counties of this State, assembled in the Agricultural Hall, in the City of Columbia, this day, being the twenty-third day of Novem ber, 1886, and was called to order at 12 o'clock, M. by Mr. John T. Sloan, Clerk of the late House of Representatives. On m otion of Mr. W. H. PARKER, member elect from Abbeville County, Mr. James Aldrich, a member elect from Aiken County, wrfs called to the chair. The l ate Clerk then commenced a call of the members of the House of Representatives elect by Counties, when the following gentlemen ap peared, produced their credentials, and were sworn by the Chairman, to wit: TUESDAY, N OVEMBER 23, 1886. ABBEVILLE C OUNTY. Mr. J ohn N. Young. Mr. Robert J. Robinson. Mr. William E. Barmore. Mr. William H. Parker. Mr. William D. Mars. AIKEN C OUNTY. Mr. J ames Aldrich. Mr. D. H. Sally. Mr. J. M. Cobb. Mr. O. C. Jordan. ANDERSON C OUNTY. Mr.. J W. Daniels. Mr. T. A. Hudgens. Mr. J. N. Brown. Mr. E. P. Earle. BARNWELL C OUNTY. .Mr. J B. Black, Jr. Mr. L. B. O'Bryan. Mr. James B. Guess. Mr. G. W. Morrall. Mr. John J. Maher. BEAUFORT C OUNTY. Mr. J ohn C. Rue. Mr. Thomas E. Miller. Mr. J. I. Washington. BERKELEY C OUNTY. Mr.. F Schaffer. Mr. T. W. Stanland. Mr. R. S. Pringle. Mr. Charles Boyle. Mr. T. S. Browning. TUESDAY, N OVEMBER 23, 1886. CHARLESTON C OUNTY. Mr. J ames Simons. Mr. John F. Fieken. Mr. John D. Cappelmann. Mr. W. H. Brawley. Mr. C. A. McHugh. Mr. James P. Lesesne. Mr. H. B. Lee. Mr. R. C. Barkley. Mr. Simeon Hyde. Mr. J. E. Burke. Mr. P. P. Toale. CHESTER C OUNTY. Mr.. J H. McDaniel. Mr. O. A. Wylie. Mr. S. P. Hamilton.

CHESTERFIELD C OUNTY. .Mr. A M. Rankin. Mr. John H. Turner. CLARENDON C OUNTY. Mr. J ames E. Tindall. Mr. E. R. Plowden, Jr.

COLLETON C OUNTY. Mr.. J W. Hill. Mr. H. D. Padgett. Mr. A. F. O'Brien. Mr. John S. Wimberley. Mr. John R. P. Fox. DARLINGTON C OUNTY. .Mr. W S. King. Mr. J. S. Dubose. Mr. Z. T. Kershaw. Mr. J. 0 Byrd. TUESDAY, N OVEMBER 23, 1886. EDGEFIELD C OUNTY. Mr.. D B. Peurifoy. Mr. C. P. Boozer. Mr. W. J. Ready. Mr. Ernest Gary. Mr. J. P. Blackwell.

FAIRFIELD C OUNTY. Mr. C harles A. Douglass. Mr. Thomas S. Price. Mr. Sheridan R. Rutland.

GEORGETOWN C OUNTY.

Mr. J. A. Baxter.

GREENVILLE COUNTY. .Mr. R Mays Cleveland. Mr. T. R. League. Mr. M. F. Ansel. ' Mr. F. M. Davenport.

HAMPTON C OUNTY. Mr.. R T. Causey. Mr. C. J. C. Hutson. Mr. John Lawton. HORRY C OUNTY. Mr. H enry L. Buck. Mr. Samuel Hickman. KERSHAW C OUNTY. .Mr. W A. Ancrum. Mr. Joel Hough. Mr. P. H. Nelson. LANCASTER C OUNTY. Mr. C harles T. Connors. Mr. B. F. Miller. TUESDAY, N OVEMBER 23, 1886. LAURENS C OUNTY. Mr.. W A. McClintock. Mr. J. H. Wharton. Mr. J. L. M. Irby. LEXINGTON C OUNTY. Mr.. W T. Brooker. Mr. A. Mims. MARION C OUNTY. Mr.. D F. Miles. Mr. L. S. Bigham. Mr. James Norton. MARLBOROUGH C OUNTY. Mr. J ohn N. Drake. Mr. William D. Evans. NEWBERRY C OUNTY. Mr.. E P. Chalmers. Mr. Sampson Pope. Mr. Joseph L. Keitt. OCONEE C OUNTY. Mr.. R E. Mason. Mr. Joel Beard. ORANGEBURG C OUNTY. . M r. J. H. Dukes. Mr. O. H. Ott. Mr. T. M. Raysor. Mr. C. G. Dantzler. Mr. Marshall Jones. PICKENS C OUNTY. .Mr. B J. Johnson. Mr. John A. Easley. TUESDAY, N OVEMBER 23, 1886. RICHLAND C OUNTY. Mr. J ohn (J. Seegers. Mr. John C. Haskell. Mr. John P. Thomas. Mr. B. L. Abney. SPARTANBURG C OUNTY. Mr.. W G. Austell. Mr. George R. Dean. Mr. S. J. Simpson. Mr. E. L. Archer. SUMTER C OUNTY. Mr.. W O. Cain. Mr. H. Frank Wilson. Mr. H. G. Shaw. Mr. A. Moses. UNION C OUNTY. Mr.. J P. Thomas. Mr. A. A. Sarratt. Mr. I. G. McKissick. WILLIAMSBURG C OUNTY. Mr.. J S. Graham. Mr. J. B. Chandler, Sr. Mr. Edwin Harper. YORK C OUNTY. Mr.. W M. Walker. Mr. W. B. Wilson, Jr. Mr. John D. Hamilton. Mr. William H. Stewart. TUESDAY, N OVEMBER 23, 1886. 9 A q uorum being present, the Chair announced that the first business in order was the election of Speaker, and that nominations were in order. NOMINATIONS. Mr. A NSEL nominated Mr. James Simons. Mr. IRBY nominated Mr. Sampson Pope. The H ouse then proceeded to vote viva voce with the following result: The following members voted for Mr. James Simons, to wit : Messrs. Abney, Aldrich, Aucrum, Ansell, Barkley, Barmore, Baxter, Blackwell, Black, Boyle, Brawley, Brice, Brooker, Brown, Browning, Buck, Burke, Byrd, Cain, Cappelmann, Causey, Chandler, Cleveland, Cobb, Connors, Danuiels, Dantzler, Davenport, Dean, Douglass, Drake, DuBose, Dukes, Earle, Easley, Evans, Ficken, Fox, Gary, Graham, Guess, John D. Hamilton, S. P. Hamilton, Harper, Haskell, Hickman, Hill, Hough, Hudgens, Hutson, Hyde, Johnson, Jones, Jordan, Ker shaw, King, Lawton, League, Lee, Lesesne, Maher, Mars, Mason, McClintock, McDaniel, McHugh, McKissick, B. F. Miller, Thomas E. Miller, Mims, Morrall, Moses, Nelson, A. F. O'Brien, L. B. O'Bryen, Ott, Padgett, Parker, Plowden, Pringle, Rankin, Raysor, Ready, Robin son, Rue, Rutland, Sally, Sarratt, Seegers, Shaffer, Shaw, Simpson, Stan- land, Stewart, John P. Thomas, J. P. Thomas, Tindall, Toale, Turner, W. M. Walker, Washington, Wharton, H. Frank Wilson, W. B. Wil son, Jr., Wimberely, Wylie and Young. — 107. The f ollowing members voted for Mr. Sampson Pope: Messrs. Archer, Austell, Beard, Bigham, Boozer, Chalmers, Irby, Keitt, Miles, Norton an! Pdurifoy. — 11.

Recapitulation. Total n umber of votes given 118 Necessary f or a choice 60 Mr. J ames Simons received 107 Mr. S ampson Pope received 11 Whereupon t he Chairman announced that Mr. James Simons, having received a majority of the votes given, is duly elected Speaker of the House of Representatives. On m otion of Mr. IRBY, seconded by Mr. WHARTON, the election was made unanimous. On m otion of Mr. ANSEL, Resolved, T hat a Committee of three be appointed to wait on the Speaker elect, notify him of his election, and conduct him to the chair. 10 T UESDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 1886. Whereupon t he Chairman announced Messrs. Ansel, Maher and W". B. Wilson, Jr., of the Committee. The C ommittee shortly after entered the hall and conducted Mr. James Simons to the chair. The S PEAKER addressed the House. SPEAKER'S A DDRESS. Gentlemen o f the House of Representatives : Permit me to express my acknowledgments for the honor you have conferred on me in again selecting me as the presiding officer of this House. My appre ciation of the confidence of this body, evidenced as it has b«ei), and for which I am deeply grateful, shall be manifested by my sincere and zeal ous endeavors to fulfill the trust with fidelity. My experience in this chair admonishes me of the difficulties, responsibilities and labor incident to it. Be assured, however, that on my part no pains will be spared to discharge its duties with impartiality, industry and patience. The House of Representatives of our State has ever been justly distin guished for the dignity and decorum of its deliberations, the integrity and courtesy of its members. What better guarantee for just legisla tion — what could better facilitate the transaction of the public business — what could more entitle the representatives of the people to the respect of their fellow citizens ? To be called to preside over such a body is indeed an honorable distinction. As I h ave said before from this place, and it cannot be too often repeated, the Speaker of this House is but its servant, whose duty it is to express and subserve its will as ascertained according to the rules and orders adopted for its government. To accomplish this would be beyond the power of any man without your co operation and support. Upon these, however, I feel assured I may confidently rely. Again p ledging my most earnest and zealous efforts in your service, I now commend you to the transaction of the business before yon. The H ouse proceeded to the election of a Clerk. Mr. M ASON nominated Mr. John T. Sloan. Mr. M cKISSICK seconded the nomination. Messrs. D ouglass, Mason and Earle were appointed Tellers. The C lerk called the roll, when the members voted viva voce. The T ellers reported that 117 members had voted. That M r. John T. Sloan received 117 votes. Whereupon t he SPEAKER announced that Mr. John T. Sloan, hav ing received a majority of the votes given, is duly elected Clerk of the House of Representatives. TUESDAY, N OVEMBER 23, 188G. 11 The C lerk elect appeared at the Speaker's desk and was duty sworn by the Speaker. The H ouse then proceeded to the election of Sergeant-at-Arms. Mr. M AHER nominated Mr. John D. Browne. Mr. D ANTZLER seconded the nomination. Messrs. D ouglass, Mason aud Earle were appointed Tellers. The C lerk called the roll, when the members voted viva voce. The T ellers reported that 117 members had voted. That M r. John D. Browne had received 117 votes. Whereupon t he SPEAKER announced that Mr. John D. Browne, having received a majority of the votes given, is duly elected Sergeant-at- Arms of the House of Representatives. The S ergeant-at-Arms appeared at the Speaker's desk and was duly sworn by the Speaker. The H ouse then proceeded to the election of a Reading Clerk. Mr. B RICE nominated Mr. R. M. Anderson. Messrs. D ouglass, Mason and Earle were appointed Tellers. The C lerk called the roll, when the members voted viva voce. The T ellers reported that 117 members had voted. That M r. R. M. Anderson received 117 votes. Whereupon t he SPEAKER announced that Mr. R. M. Anderson, having received a majority of the votes given, is duly elected Reading Clerk of the House of Representatives, The R eading Clerk appeared at the Speaker's desk aud was duly sworn by the Speaker. Mr. R AYSOR introduced the following Resolution : Resolved, T hat the House adopt the Rules of the last House of Repre sentatives.

Which w as considered immediately and agreed to. Mr. ANSEL introduced the following Resolution :

Resolved, T hat a Committee of three be appointed to wait upon the Governor, and inform him that the House of Representatives is now organized and ready to receive auy communication he may desire to make. Which w as considered immediately and agreed to. Whereupon t he SPEAKER announced the following members of the Committee: Messrs. Ansel, Blackwell and Harper, who shortly after reported that the Governor would communicate with this House to-morrow immediately after the expiration of the morning hour. Mr. B RAWLEY introduced the following Resolution: 12 T UESDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 1886. Resolved, T hat a Message be sent to the Senate, notifying that body- that the House of Representatives has met and organized, by the elec tion of the Hon. James Simons as Speaker, and John T. Sloan as Clerk, and is now ready to proceed with the business of the General Assembly. Which w as considered immediately and agreed to. Whereupon the Clerk delivered the Message orally. A M essage was received from the Senate, delivered orally by the Clerk, that the Senate had met, organized, and was ready to proceed to business.

ALLOTMENT O F SEATS. The H ouse proceeded to the allotment of seats under the requirements of Rule 81. Charleston, 1 1 seats— Nos. 1, 2, 19, 20, 21, 22, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18. Fairfield, 3 s eats— Nos. 3, 4, 119. Lexington, 2 s eats — Nos. 107, 108. York, 4 s eats— Nos. 109, 110, 111, 112. Richland, 5 s eats— Nos. 7, 8, 9, 10, 11. Orangeburg, 5 s eats— Nos. 23, 24, 25, 26, 27. Colleton, 5 s eats— Nos. 118, 117, 29, 30, 31. Berkeley, 5 s eats— Nos. 101, 102, 103, 104, 97. Union, 3 s eats— Nos. 113, 114, 115. Chester, 3 s eats— Nos. 35, 36, 37. Williamsburg, 3 s eats— Nos. 116, 121, 122. Edgefield, 5 s eats— Nos. 105, 106, 93, 94, 96. Georgetown, 2 s eats — Nos. 6, 12. Horry, 2 s eats— Nos. 33, 34. Spartanburg, 4 s eats— Nos. 89, 90, 91, 92. Greenville, 4 s eats — Nos. 85, 86, 87, 88. Laurens, 3 s eats — Nos. 80, 83, 84. Oconee, 2 s eats — Nos. 39, 40. Beaufort, 3 s eats— Nos. 41, 42, 38. Sumter, 4 s eats — Nos. 43, 44, 45, 46. Marion, 4 s eats— Nos. 98, 99, 100,95. Clarendon, 2 s eats — Nos. 123, 124. Pickens, 2 s eats— Nos. 81, 82. Lancaster, 2 s eats — Nos. 77, 78. Anderson, 4 s eats— Nos. 73, 74, 75, 76. Marlborough, 2 s eats— Nos. 47, 48. Barnwell, 4 s eats— Nos. 50, 51, 52, 53, 54. TUESDAY, N OVEMBER 23, 1886. , 13 Newberry, 3 s eats — Nos 55, 56, 57. Chesterfield, 2 seats— Nos. 61, 62. Darlington, 4 seats— Nos. 71, 72, 70, 69. Aiken, 4 seats— Nos. 5, 28, 32, 49. , Hampton, 3 seats — Nos. 59, CO, 61. Abbeville, 5 seats — Nos. 65, 60, 67, 68, 79. . Kershaw, 3 seats— Nos. 120, 123, 124. The S PEAKER called, in alphabetical order of Counties, for Petitions Memorials, Presentments of Grand Juries, Returns of Commissiouerss, and such like papers, and for Resolutions, Bills or motions. On m otion of Mr. ANSEL, the alphabetical call for Counties was dispensed with for this day. On m otiou of Mr. HUTSON, it was ordered that when this House adjourns, it be adjourned until to-morrow at 12 o'clock meridian. Mr. R AYSOR introduced the following Resolution, which was con sidered immediately and agreed to: Resolved, T hat the Speaker be authorized to appoint a Mail Carrier for the House, and also a Keeper of the Speaker's Room, who shall also act as Porter to the Speaker and Clerk ; and that said appointees be each paid out of the contingent fund of the House three dollars per diem during their attendance in the service of the House.

NOTICESF O BILLS.

Mr. A LDRICH gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend Section two thousand six hundred and twenty-nine (2629) of the General Statutes, relating to the drawing and term of ser vice of grand jurors. Also, A B ill to amend Section 89 of the General Statutes of South Carolina, relating to the qualification of electors. Also, A B ill to amend Section 618 of the General Statutes of South Caro lina, relating to the repair of highways. Mr. B RAWLEY gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to repeal an ordinance to prevent the erection of wooden buildings and to provide greater security against fires, and also certain portions of the Acts of the General Assem bly referring to the erection of wooden buildings in the City of Charles ton." 14 T UESDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 1886. Also, A B ill to incorporate the Ashley Phosphate Company. (With a Peti tion.) ' Also, A B ill to amend the charter of the Holy Communion Church Insti tute of Charleston. (With a Petition.) Also, A B ill to amend the General Statutes, Title VIII, of the Public Health, Chapter XVIII, Section 948, in relation to quarantine. Mr. B OYLE gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to charter the Summerville and St. John's Railroad Company. Mr. B URKE gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to incorporate the Commercial Savings Bank. Also, A B ill to amend the charter of the Carolina Savings Bank of Charles ton. Also, A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Berkeley County Railroad and Lumber Company." Also, A B ill to provide for the issue of a deficiency bond or stock to Octa- vins A. White, in satisfaction of the guaranty of the State on a certain bond of the Spartanburg and Union Railroad Company held by him. Mr. C APPELMANN gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill entitled "A Bill amending the charter of the Eutawville Rail road Company." Mr. D ANTZLER gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend an Act incorporating the Orangeburg and Lewiedale Railroad Company. Mr. H ASKELL gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A J oint Resolution providing for the calling of a Constitutional Con vention. Also, A B ill to appropriate certain sums of money in the Treasury to a fund to be known as the reserve fund. Mr. H YDE gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend the charter of the Charleston Base Ball Club. TUESDAY, N OVEMBER 23, 1886. 15 Also, A B ill to amend Section 2037 of the General Statutes of South Caro lina, relating to certain rights and liabilities of husband and wife. Also, A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Mount Pleasant and Seaview City Railway Company," approved December 24, 1885. Also, A B ill to renew and extend the Charter of the Stouo Phosphate Com pany. Also, A B ill to provide for the formation of rertain corporations under the General Statutes. Also, A B ill to amend Section 7 of an Act entitled "An Act to require foreign co-operative assessment companies to comply with the insurance laws of the State, and to clearly define who shall be considered agents of insurance companies," approved December 24th, 1883. Also, A B ill to change the law relating to Trial Justices. Mr. M cKISSICK gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to repeal the law allowing to the Lieutenant Governor an annual salary of one thousand dollars. Also, A B ill to reduce the annual salary of the Chief Justice to three thou sand five hundred dollars, and the annual salaries of the Associate Jus tices each and of the Circuit Judges each to three thousand dollars. Also, A B ill to make seven per cent, per annum the legal rate of interest upon any contract arising in this State for the hiring, lending or use of money or other commodity. Mr.. A F. O'BRIEN gave notice that to morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to charter the Yemassee and Walterboro Railroad Company. Mr. R AYSOR gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to repeal an Act entitled "An Act to amend Section 2398 of the General Statutes, relative to the enforcement of agricultural liens," approved December 26, 1885. 16 W EDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 1886. Also, A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to amend Section eighteen of the Code of Procedure, in reference to the time for holding Circuit Courts in the First Circuit," approved December 23, 1885. On m otion of Mr. HUTSON, the House was adjourned at 2:15 o'clock P. M., to meet to-morrow at 1 2 M.

WEDNESDAY, N OVEMBER 24, 1886.

At t he hour to which the House was adjourned the Clerk called the roll, when the SPEAKER took the chair, and, a quorum being present, the Journal of yesterday's proceedings was read and confirmed. At t he conclusion of the reading of the Journal, the SPEAKER called attention of the House to the fact that the Journal did not show that after his election as Speaker he had taken the oaths, although it showed he had taken the oaths upon his qualification as a member. To save any necessity of correction, he would, therefore, with the leave of the House, take the oaths again, which he then did in the presence of the House. The f ollowing additional members appeared at the bar of the House, produced their credentials, were sworn and took their seats : FROM R ICHLAND, Mr. J. Frost Walker. FROM GEORGETOWN, Mr. Lovick P. Miller. The SPEAKER submitted The R eport of the Harbor Commissioners of Charleston of their opera tions during the past year. Which w as referred to the Charleston Delegation. PAPERS F ROM THE SENATE. The Senate sent to this House A C oncurrent Resolution that the Joint Rules heretofore in force for t he government of both branches of the General Assembly be adopted or the government of this present General Assembly. Which w as considered imniediately, agreed to, and ordered to be returned to the Senate. WEDNESDAY, N OVEMBER 24, 1886. 17 The S enate sent to this House A C oncurrent Resolutiou relating to printing of extra copies of the Journals and Calendars of both Houses. Which w as concurred in and ordered to be returned to the Senate. The Seuate sent to this House A C oncurrent Resolution relating to introduction of measures in the General Assembly, Which w as concurred in and ordered to be returned to the Senate with amendments.

APPOINTMENTS.

The S peaker announced the following appointments : Assistant Clerk — B. Cleveland Sloan. Bill Clerk— D. B. Gary. Journal Clerk — C. B. Northrop. Doorkeepers — W . B. Gasque, Charlfs Franks, Christopher Haynesworth. * _ Pages—J ohn Lake, James R. Ware, Robbie Cathcart, H. M. Talley. Laborers— C ounts Cross, T. P. Harrison, Benj. T. Sutcliffe, Douglass Adams. , Mail Carrier— N. O. Pyles. fKeeper o Speaker's Room and Porter to Clerk— R. Butler. The S PEAKER called, in alphabetical order of Counties, for Peti tions, Memorials, and Presentments of Grand Juries, Returns of Com missioners, and such like papers, and for Resolutions, Bills or Motions. On m otion of Mr. BRAWLEY, the call by Counties was dispensed with for this day. Mr. B RAWLEY presented Memorial o f the City Council of Charleston as to wooden buildings. Which was referred to the Charleston Delegation. Mr. RANKIN submitted Presentment o f Grand Jury of Chesterfield County, in relation to Trial Justices and the time of opening the Circuit Courts in said County. Which w as referred to the Judiciary Committee. Mr. BRAWLEY submitted Peii i ion of the Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Porter Academy to the General Assembly of the State of South Carolina as to amending charter. Which w as referred to the Committee on Incorporations. 2—J H 18 W EDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 1886. Mr. M cHUGH presented Claimf o Edward MeCrady, Jr., as member of the Board of State Can vassers. Which w as referred to the Committee on Claims. Mr. PARKER submitted Presentment o f Grand Jury of Abbeville County, relating to the publication of annual reports of County officers. Which w as referred to the Committee on Ways and Means. Mr. HYDE presented Memorial o f Faculty of the Medical College of South Carolina asking aid of the State. Which w as referred to the Committee on Ways and Means. Mr. MAHER submitted fPetition o George M. Hogg and Sarah Hogg, of Barnwell County, (with accompauing draft of Bill) praying legitimation of their children. Which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. NELSON submitted Extract f rom the presentment of the Grand Jury of Kershaw as to Trial Justices. « Which w as referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. ANCRUM submitted Extract f rom presentment of Grand Jury as to Trial Justices. Which was referred to tfie Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. BOOZER submitted Presentment o f the Grand Jury of Edgefield County in regard to 1. T ax returns. 2. T axes by school districts instead of townships. 3. S alaries and bonds of Trial Justices. 4. E xempting School Trustees from road and jury duty. 5. S uperintendency of highways. 6. S chool districts. Which w as referred to the Judiciary Committee. Mr. OTT submitted Recommendations o f the Grand Jury to the members of the Legislature from Orangeburg County, in relation to licenses for buying seed cotton. Which was referred to the Committee on Agriculture. Mr. OTT submitted Presentment o f the Grand Jury to the members of the Legislature from Orangebnrg County as to the drawing of jurors. Which was referred to the Jndiciary Committee. Mr. PARKER submitted Presentment o f the Grand Jury for Abbeville County relating to the buying of seed cotton. Which w as referred to the Committee on Agriculture. WEDNESDAY, N OVEMBER 24, 1886. 19 Mr. P ARKER submitted fReport o the Trustees of the estate of Dr. John De La Howe of Abbe ville County. Which w as referred to the Abbeville Delegation. Mr. BRAWLEY submitted Presentment o f' the Grand Jury of Charleston County relating to County buildings. Which w as referred to the Charleston Delegation. Mr. BRAWLEY presented Memorial o f the City Council of Charleston as to the jetties, praying that the General Assembly request the recommendatiou of the President . of the United States, and that the United States Senate and House of Representatives be petitioned to complete by speedy legislation this important public work. Which w as referred to the Committee on Federal Relations. Mr. B RAWLEY presented Memorial o f the City Council of Charleston, as to vacant lot on King street for police station house. Which w as referred to the Committee on Ways aud Means. Mr. J OHN P. THOMAS (of Richland) introduced the following Resolution : Resolved, T hat a Committee of three be appointed to arrange for opening the deliberations of this body with prayer to Almighty God. Which w as considered immediately and agreed to. Whereupon t he SPEAKER appointed Messrs. J. P. Thomas (of Richland), Seegers and Abuey the Committee. The f ollowing Message was received from his Excellency the Gov ernor:

MESSAGE F ROM THE GOVERNOR. Gentlemen o f the Genekal Assembly : In the performance of the duty imposed by the Constitution upon the Governor, " to " give to the General Assembly information of the condition of the " State, and recommend for their consideration such measures as he " shall judge necessary or expedient," I have the honor to transmit the following Message : REPORTF O THE COMPTROLLER GENERAL. I i nvite your careful attention to the full Report of the Comptroller General. From this Report you will obtain full statements concern ing the public debt ; the revenues of the State ; the amount collected 20 W EDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 1886. on a ccount of phosphate royalty ; the receipts and expenditures of the government for the last fiscal year, and the estimated expenses for the present fiscal year. The d ebt of the State is classified as follows : Brown C onsols, all valid $5,277,733 27 Green C onsols 851,G71 41

Of w hich $631,373.G9, under the judgment of the Courts, is invalid; Le'aving a v alid Consol debt of $5,498,030 99 Deficiency b onds and stocks 450.908 29 Agricultural C ollege scrip 191,800 00 - Fundable i nterest, estimated validity 92,146 46 Post b ellum bonds, $2C9,721.78. Toe h funded at fifty per cent 134,860 89 Ante b ellum bonds, $308,729.89. eTo b funded at fifty per cent 154,364 94

Total $ 6,522,111 57

Of t he class of bonds last mentioned, $20,633.55 were funded during the last year, for which Consol Bonds and stock were issued. Of G reen Consols $99,297.75— containing $62,037.65 of invalidity j— were exchanged for Brown Consols. This s hows that the holders of these bonds at last realize that they need not expect any further relief from the Courts, and that these invalid claims against the State will not be recognized. In this con nection the Comptroller General makes an important suggestion : As our Consol Bonds will mature in seven years, it is of the utmost im portance that all of them, if possible, be funded and put in proper shape before that time ; and it will be for the State to adopt some measure which will force the funding of these old bonds. Notwith standing the very large amount in existence, not more than an aver age of from sixteen to twenty thousand dollars are funded annually, and there is no reason to believe that there will be any improvement in this respect unless some action is taken to hasten it. Every o pportunity, and every inducement, has been given to the holders of these securities to exchange them for recognized bonds, and the only reason that can be assigned why this has not been done, is the reluctance to accept the settlement offered by the State, and to have eliminated that portion which the Courts have declared invalid. sIt i therefore suggested that an Act be passed, providing that the WEDNESDAY, N OVEMBER 24, 1886. periodn i which those bonds and certificates of stock may be sur rendered and exchanged be limited to October 31, 1889, after which they shall be funded only under special Act of the General Assembly. The d eficiency bonds and stock will mature in Jul}', 1888. As arrangements must be made by the Legislature in 1887 to meet these bonds at maturity, and as it will be important at that time to have full information on that subject, I recommend that you take action now, preparatory to the redemption of these bonds. The c redit of the State is now good, and nothing should be done by which it may be impaired. ASSESSMENT O F PROPERTY— COLLECTION OF TAXES. The C onstitution provides : Article 1 , Section 36. All property subject to taxation shall be taxed in proportion to its value. Article 2 , Section 33. All taxes upon property, real or personal, shall be laid upon the actual value of the property taxed, as the same shall be ascertained by an assessment made for the purpose of laying such tax. Article 9 , Section 1. The General Assembly shall provide by law for a uniform and equal rate of assessment and taxation, and shall prescribe such regulations and shall secure a just valuation for taxa tion of all property, real, personal and possessory, except mines and mining claims, the proceeds of which alone shall be taxed ; and also excepting such property as may be exempted by law for municipal, educational, literary, scientific, religious or charitable purposes. It w ill be conceded that a vast amount of property, both real and personal, that has not been exempted from taxation by law, has not hitherto "contributed its share to the expense of its protection." The amount of personal property that has escaped taxation, in the shape of " moneys, credits, investments in bonds, stocks, joint stock companies, or otherwise," has not been ascertained. The Comptroller General, in his Report for 1883, says : " The valuation upon our books falls. very far short of representing, the actual value of property in the State, and I seriously doubt whether it represents more than two-thirds of that value. This is due to the undervaluation of the property represented, and to the vast amounts that never reach the tax boohs at all. In the single matter of lands this deficit will run up into millions. In every County in the State vast tracts are either vacant, or their owners never return them, and the State loses its revenue. I have made every effort to find out the area of each County^ in the State, in order that, by comparing the amount of land 22 W EDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 188C. returned, t he loss might be located. Unfortunately, however, I have been unable to obtain any reliable data so far as the Counties are con cerned. * ** Taking the whole State, the most reliable authority, which is Mills, estimates the land surface at between thirty and thirty- one thousand square miles, equal to something over nineteen millions of acres. Comparing this with the return for 1883, it will be seen that there are at least 2,000,000 acres which are not taxed." Upon t he property that is assessed, the taxes are not " laid upon the actual value of the property taxed," as required by the Constitu tion ; nor is the assessment thereupon " uniform and equal " as therein prescribed. This w ill appear from the following table : • \

First Third C olumn. Second Column. C olumn. Percentage COUNTIES. Average Numb e r Amount Price Assessed P( r o t Valua- Average fValue o of A cres f or Per Valua t i ono t Valuef o Land. Sold. wu Ln ;i c ln Acre. tion. Acre. Selling Horses. S old. P rice. p.. c M4 1 22.521 $121,189 $58 3 ♦101,885 $4 52 84 $639 4 82 1 18.983 72,951 34 8 43,494 2 29 59 864 6 I W 30,322 313,507 104 3 178.730 5 89 57 462 7 2 7 .3 15,5(50 82,145 58 2 52.250 3 36 63 967 1 Beaufort 21 5 5.063 12,347 32 4 8,028 1 58 65 72 7 5 Berkeley 1V, ; 7,323 28,058 33 8 22,820 3 11 81 505 9 Charleston 78 9 741 4 Chester 48 5 19,698 128.298 61 5 88,256 4 48 69 757 0 Chesterfield . .. 19 4 13.614 30.632 25 2 16.535 1 21 53 562 6 Clarendon 14 5 10,745 23,139 25 1 16,892 1 61 74 700 0 Colleton 17 3 18,211 39,436 26 1 25,622 1 40 64 606 4 34 4 19.400 86,500 16 1 67,000 3 45 77 838 1 Edgefield , 43 6 15,393 113.S53 79 3 57.594 3 71 50 536 9 F airfield. 29 6 14,122 85,587 63 1 67,916 4 81 78 649 3 Georgetown.... 15 1 5,105 15,467 3 0 12.955 2 54 84 7ii< 8 Greenville 49 3 22,890 234.804 105 2 109,712 4 79 46 475 6 Hump t on 18 1 6,327 7.253 1 1 7.731 1 22 107 773 5 93 10,208 16,836 15 6 7,919 77 46 670 6 Kershaw 20 2 27,566 77,057 21 7 56,920 2 06 76 729 1 Lancaster 39 2 578 2 Laurens 4 4 9,552 62,677 6 5 44.155 4 <,-l 70 431 7 24 1 29,137 114,830 34 9 57,474 1 97 50 161 6 28 8 15.400 90.400 56 8 56,228 3 65 62 644 8 Marlborough.. 3 9 4.078 37,296 94 1 18.688 4 58 50 481 0 Newberry :;2 2 7,554 45,018 55 9 31,190 4 13 69 579 3 25 U 8.772 43,013 40 9 27.611 3 1 1 64 507 3 Orangeburg . .. 20 4 30.937 116.264 35 7 81.465 2 63 70 060 9 Pickens 29 8 12.737 57,946 45 5 28,543 2 24 49 450 5 Eichland 31 0 11.757 64.256 5 6 4 53,540 4 55 83 750 2 Spartanburg... 44 3 9.286 95,402 107 2 42.805 4 61 45 . 455 0 35 6 15,645 94.612 64 0 56,085 3 58 59 769 6 Union 43 2 502 5 Williamsburg 11 3 5.566 12.026 26 1 8,285 1 49 69 173 1 York 47 8 5.456 51,779 99 1 31.960 5 85 62 618 5 The f irst of these columns shows the average value of lands per acre in the several Counties of the State as assessed for taxation for the fiscal year 1885-86, from which it appears that the assess ments vary from $7.08 per acre in Charleston County to $0.'J3 per acre in Horry County. The s econd column exhibits a comparison between the actual value WEDNESDAY, N OVEMBER 24, 1886. 23 of l and in the several Counties (as ascertained by averaging the values of the land that was sold) and the value thereof as assessed for taxation for the same fiscal year ; from which it appears that the per centage of valuation to selling price varies from 107 per cent, in Hampton County to 46 per cent, in Greenville and Horry Counties, and 45 per cent, in Spartanburg County. The t hird column shows the average value of horses as assessed for taxation in the several Counties for the same fiscal year, from which it appears that the assessments vary from $77.53 in Hampton County to $43.71 in Laurens County. Its i difficult to believe that the average "actual" value of horses in the State is as small as is thus indicated — it is impossible to believe that their average "actual" values vary as is thus made to appear. In a ddition to all of which, so inadequate are the provisions of the law, the payment of the taxes that are laid for the support of the Government cannot be enforced. The amount of taxes unpaid upon personal property actually assessed for taxation cannot be ascertained. This amount is represented by nulla bona executions in the offices of the various County Treasurers. The amount of unpaid taxes upon land assessed for taxation appears on the forfeited land records. In his Report for 1885 to the Sinking Fund Commission, the Secretary of State says : " My last Annual Report shows that the past fiscal year, 1885, was commenced with 856,292 acres of land on the forfeited land records of this office, valued for taxation at $2,503,331, and due the State $313,8G6. This being increased by the forfeitures reported to this office from October 31, 1884, to October 31, 1885, amounting to 105,334 acres, valued for taxation at 1375,968, and due the State $53,750, aggregating 961,G2G acres, at a val uation of $2,879,299, and due the State $367,616." From a ll of which I conclude that existing provisions of the law, for the assessment of property and the collection of taxes, are in juriously defective in three essential particulars : First. " All property subject to taxation" is not assessed. Second.A " uniform and equal rate of assessment and taxation " is not laid. Third. T he payment of the taxes cannot be enforced. I h ave thus endeavored to expose the leading defects in the present system, in order to concentrate your attention, and in order to facili tate the effort, that, I am satisfied, you will make to provide an ade quate remedy. It is an important and difficult question, and is • worthy of your patient and intelligent consideration. The attention of the people has been directed to the necessity of legislative action in this matter, and they look forward with high expectancy to the 24 W EDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 1886. resultsf o your deliberations looking to its solution ; and I entertain the belief that their hopes for wise and wholesome enactments will be realized. Iny m judgment, the first and second defects above suggested can in a large measure be remedied by judicious amendments to Sections two hundred and fifty-three (253) and two hundred and fifty-four (254) of the General Statutes, which prescribe the powers and duties, respectively, of Township Boards of Assessors and County Boards of Equalization. Section 2 53 should bo amended so as to enlarge the powers and in crease the responsibilities of the Township Boards of Assessors. These Boards, if composed of persons of discretion, intelligence and in tegrity, being acquainted with the residents and familiar with the property of their respective townships, can more readily and accurately determinevthe actual value of the property in the townships than can the County Board or the County Auditor. Every o wner, agent or other person whoso duty it is to return prop erty for taxation should make the return in person, and should in person sign the oath required to be made. The Auditor should be authorized to propound any inquiries that would enable him to ob tain full and. honest returns of all property, real and personal, of any description, that is subject to taxation. Having p repared a list of all property in the townships, the Town ship Board should be required to assess each and every parcel at its actual exchangeable value. In a ssessing lands outside of cities, towns and villages, the values of each piece, tract or parcel should be considered as a whole, and without regard to the classification of its soil, the improvements upon it, or the value of contiguous lands. The buildings, improvements and different classes of lands should have no separate or individual valuation, but the estimated value of the entire piece, tract or parcel, just as it would pass from vendor to vendee, should be its assessed valuation for taxation. Before e ntering upon the discharge of their duties, the members of the Township Boards, in addition to taking the oath prescribed for officers in the Constitution, and the oath with respect to dueling, should be required to take an oath fairly and impartially to assess, according to its actual value, each piece, tract, or parcel of land in their respective townships ; and, upon the conclusion of their duties, should take an oath that, according to their knowledge, information and belief, there is no property in their township that is omitted from their assessment. If a ll the property in the respective townships is assessed at its WEDNESDAY, N OVEMBER 24, 1886. 25 actual v alue, there will be nothing for the County Board to equalize ; the assessment will be fair to all throughout the State, and the taxes will be "uniform and equal," within the intendment of the Constitu tion. Thereupon, w hen, as required by Section 2.">4, the Auditor shall lay before the County Board the returns of the real property made by him, with the valuations fixed by the Township Boards, their juris diction should be appellate only ; they should hear grievances. That is to say, there should be the right of appeal from the Township Boards to the County Boards, and from the County Boards to the Comptroller General ; to whom, as now required, all testimony should be forwarded relative to such alleged grievance. For t he services thus to be performed by Township Boards of As sessors, the members thereof should not be exempt from jury duty — for that is an important public duty, and should be discharged by the most conscientious and intelligent citizens of the State ; but they should be paid such a sum per diem, for a limited time, as will com pensate them for the time actually lost. The expense that will thus be incurred will be insignificant in comparison with the benefits, to State and County, that will result ; payment to be made upon the certificate of the Auditor that the duty imposed upon them had been faithfully performed. I t hink that these changes, along with such incidental modifications of existing law as may be necessary to make them effective, can be easily accomplished. If you, after such consideration as the import ance of the subject demands, concur with me, the law providing for a State Board of Equalization should be repealed. Of t he State Board of Equalization the Comptroller General — than whom no one is better qualified to sneak — says : "As at present or ganized, my experience is that the State Board is, individually and eollectively, without any data whatever for the performance of its work. Called together to equalize the value of real estate among all the Counties, they have no information whatever as to the relative assessed and selling value of land in the different Counties, and are, therefore, perfectly incompetent to equalize it. This Board has nothing from which it can determine how much should be added to or deducted from the lands in the different Counties, to bring them all to their actual market value. The consequence has been that heretofore the work of the State Board has been literally worthless. They have met and adjourned without making any practical changes in the assessment of property, and have cost the State at each meet ing over one thousand dollars." 26 W EDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 1886. I n ow pass to the consideration of the third defect in the present tax law— to wit : the method of enforcement. Very f ew, if any, tax titles in this State have survived the test of judicial investigation. In this particular tax titles are not peculiar to South Carolina. Blackwell, in his admirable book on Tax Titles, says : "That out of at least one thousand causes of this description, which have found their way into the Appellate Courts of the country, not twenty of them have been found to be legal and regular." The C ourts hold the title to be the execution of a power, and therefore not sufficient for the purpose intended unless all the condi tions of that power have been fully complied with. That the per son invested with such a power nvust pursue with precision the course prescribed by law, or his act is invalid, is a principle which has been repeatedly recognized by the Courts. County T reasurers and Auditors are generally unfamiliar with the forms and requirements of law incident to the enforcement of the payment of taxes — in the various details that in the judgment of the Courts are material, — and hence should not be expected, much less required, to execute such powers. But o ur people are conservative, and have great respect for our Courts of justice. No land for the non-payment of taxes should be sold except by the authority of a decree of a Court. This q uestion was carefully considered by a Commission, composed of able and experienced gentlemen, appointed under "A Joint Resolu tion to provide for the appointment of a Commission to consider and report a plan to simplify the mode of assessing and collecting the taxes of the State and Counties," approved December 24th, 1883. These g entlemen "recommended a proceeding in rem against the real property taxed, and decree of Court and sale thereunder by an officer of the Court." I h eartily concur in the view expressed by the Commission, and recommend the enactment of a law to carry it into effect. Hardships may be experienced until our people become familiar with the change, but in a short time there will be very few sales of land for the non-payment of taxes. If t hese recommendations should receive your approval, and you should enact a law to make them operative, I see no reason why the * duties of Auditor and Treasurer should not be performed by the same person. This question I submit for your careful consideration and determination. Im a unwilling to pass by this important subject without directing your attention to the alarmingly large record of forfeited lands. These lands yield, practically, no revenue to the State, and the enjoy ment of them by former owners is practically undisturbed. WEDNESDAY, N OVEMBER 24, 188G. 27 If t he former owner desires to redeem, lie is permitted to do so by paying the taxes, penalties and costs accrued, without reference to the claims of cities and towns for municipal taxes. For t his great and growing evil an effective and vigorous remedy should be provided. I recommend the passage of an Act that will authorize and empower the Sinking Fund Commission to obtain pos session of all such lands. In no event should redemption be allowed, except upon payment of all taxes, penalties and costs due to the State, County and municipality. The R eport of the Sinking Fund Commission gives much valuable information upon this subject, to which I invite your attention.

THE C OURTS. No l ess important — not much less difficult— is the matter of the administration of justice in the Courts of the State. Before a nd since Hamlet's Soliloquy was written, the law's delay has been a by-word and reproach, a source of anxiety and unhappi- ness, a cause of mental distress and financial disaster, and an ob struction to the development of the science of law. Rules of law and statutes should accord with common sense, and should result, when put in practice, in rapid, but not hasty or ill-cons;dered, settle ment of forensic disputes. Delays i inseparable from, if not indispensable to, the patient and orderly administration of justice ; but when the delay becomes so serious "that the business community has become reluctant to resort to the Courts to secure the enforcement of contracts, and men are driven to methods of adjustment without the aid of Courts," sus picion is aroused, either that evil inheres in the system in operation, or that the method of its administration is defective. J u dge Kershaw said, in addressing the Grand Jury, at a late term of Court in Orangeburg : " I have frequently, in my remarks to the Grand Juries, taken occasion to comment on the fact that we, in South Carolina, very probably have the most expensive system of dispensing justice in the world." No f undamental change in the system now existing is necessary to effect substantial improvement. A few changes in the method of conducting business in Court will greatly facilitate dispatch and greatly reduce expenses. In t he State there are thirty-four Counties. Three terms in each County give a hundred and two "opening days" in the State. The loss of one-half of each first day is the loss annually throughout the State of fifty-one working days, or two months, time sufficient to hold an average term of the Courts of an entire Circuit. It is safe 28 W EDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 1886. to s ay, that one-half, on an average, of one day in every term is con sumed in swearing witnesses in open Court who are to testify before the Grand Jury. This is totally unnecessary. A Grand Jury may, either on their own information, or that derived from other sources, make a presentment, on which a bill may bo prepared and submitted by the prosecuting officer. Why require witnesses, accompanied by the Grand Jury, to go into Court to be sworn by the Solicitor ? It was not until 1876 (State vs. Kilcrease, 6 S. C.,) that the Supreme Court decided that " witnesses examined before a Grand Jury upon a bill of indictment must be sworn in open Court," although pre viously thereto such had been the practice. I r ecommend the passage of an Act, as has been done in several States, authorizing the Foreman of the Grand Jury, or Foreman pro tern., in the absence of the Foreman, to administer the oath to all witnesses to be examined by the Grand Jury. How s hall the time be employed now consumed in swearing wit nesses ? I r ecommend the restoration of the summary process jurisdiction of the Circuit Court — with such modifications as to form of proce dure, as may be necessary to conform it to the system of practice now prevailing. The Circuit Judge should be authorized to take up the summary process calendar during the sitting of the Court of Ses sions. Thus, while the Grand Jury is engaged in the examination of bills, the Court will be employed in hearing and deciding cases on the summary process docket. The costs in such cases should be re duced. Instead of £20, equivalent to $85.71, as prescribed in the Act of 1768, the Circuit Judge should be authorized to hear and de termine without a jury, unless demanded by either party, under cer tain restrictions to be prescribed, all civil actions a tlaw involving not more than two hundred dollars, including appeals in civil actions from Trial Justice Courts. Thus, by the time of the adjournment of the Court of Sessions, a large proportion of the civil business will have been transacted. Eminent a uthority in the State urgently advise that in this class of causes no appeal should be allowed to the Supreme Court. For this practice we should have precedent in the United States Courts — in which no appeal to the Supreme Court is allowed — unless involv ing a Constitutional question — in cases involving less than five thou sand dollars. This would greatly relieve the pressure upon the Su preme Court, and would spare to litigants much delay and expense. This question I submit for your consideration. The f ee bill should be revised and amended, especially so as to limit the number of days for which costs may be taxed for "refer ence" before Masters and Referees. WEDNESDAY, N OVEMBER 24, 1886. 29 The m ost fruitful source of the delay, and the expense, that are incident to the administration of justice in the State is the Trial Justice system. No q uestion has received a greater share of public attention, and upon no question is there a greater diversity of opinion. All admit that the system is defective ; the difference arises upon the sugges tion of a remedy. In h is last Annual Message to the General Assembly, Governor Thompson directed attention to this important matter ; he Said " the Trial Justice system, which was intended to relieve the Circuit Court of General Sessions by providing inferior Courts, in which petty offenses could be tried readily and at a small cost, has failed to fulfill the purpose which it was designed to accomplish. It is proper, therefore, that I recommend, for the consideration of the General Assembly, such amendments to the law as seem most likely to give relief to the Courts of Sessions, while providing for the prompt trial of persons charged with crime, and the speedy punishment of those 'who may be convicted." " B ut two modes suggest themselves to me by which this may be accomplished. These are the establishment of County Courts, or an increase in the number of Circuit Judges. Careful consideration of this subject induces me to believe that the latter mode is best suited to our wants." I c oncur in the judgment of Governor Thompson, and endorse the reasons assigned by him, that the establishment of County Courts will not remedy the evil complained of ; but I do not think an increase of the number of Judicial Circuits is necessary or advisable. An in ferior Court of some description is indispensable. The present system is better and cheaper than County Courts ; but the present system should be modified in important features. The S upreme Court has decided that "The Court of Common Pleas has concurrent jurisdiction, under the Constitution, in civil cases cognizable before Justices of the Peace"; which being the case, the civil jurisdiction of Trial Justices may be permitted Co remain, as parties may now, at their option, proceed either in the Trial Justice Court or in the Common Pleas. Its i the criminal jurisdiction of Trial Justices that imposes great annoyance upon the people and great expense upon the Counties. From the Report of the Comptroller General for the last fiscal year, it appears that the amount in thirty-one Counties (three Counties were omitted, no returns having been made,) paid to Trial Justices and their Constables was $46,072.00— equal to $1,486.19 for each County. The bulk of this expense was incurred in the investigation of petit larcenies and simple assaults. 30 W EDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 1886. oUnder n circumstances should a Trial Justice have jurisdiction in cases of larceny, for no Court of less dignity than a Court of Record should be authorized to deprive a citizen of two of the most highly valued franchises of citizenship, to wit : the right of voting and the right of testifying in Court. Nor w ould the justice of the country seriously suffer, if the num ber of simple assaults investigated by Trial Justices should be greatly diminished ; for a number of these prosecutions are instituted for some other purpose than the punishment of a public wrong, or the vindication of the public justice. yIn m judgment much of the trouble now experienced on account of the Trial Justice system will be relieved by dividing the Trial Justices into J udicial and Ministerial Trial Justices. Both should have civil jurisdiction as now prescribed by law. There s hould be one Judicial Trial Justice for each County, to be located at the Court House ; he should be paid a reasonable salary, and should not be allowed costs or fees in criminal cases ; he should have criminal jurisdiction as now provided bylaw, excepting cases of petit larceny ; he should be required to " hear and determine " all cases sent to him by the Ministerial Trial Justices. Ministerial T rial Justices in criminal matters should have the jurisdiction only of " Committing Magistrates ;" that is to say, they should have authority to issue warrants, cause arrests to be made, investigate offenses, and commit, or bind over for trial ; if upon investigation they find the matter to be without the jurisdiction of the Court of Sessions, they should be required to forward the record to the Judicial Trial Justice. Thus can be accomplished the pur poses of a County Court without incurring the expense incident thereto. Thiss i a most important subject, and I commend it to your atten tion, in the confident assurance that it will receive the careful con sideration which its importance demands, and that proper remedies will be provided for those evils which are now the cause of great and just complaint. It m ay not be irrelevant in this connection to refer to the expense incurred annually by the Counties in the transportation of convicts to the Penitentiary; the Counties do not. receive any portion of the income derived from the labor of convicts, and should bear no part of the expense of their delivery to the Penitentiary. Besides, the Superintendent, with his regularly employed and experienced guard force, can very much more cheaply convey prisoners to the Peniten tiary than can the Sheriffs. I a pplied to each Board of County Commissioners in the State WEDNESDAY, N OVEMBER 24, 1886. 31 for a s tatement of the expense incurred in transporting prisoners to the Penitentiary. I thus ascertained that it cost one County $32.50 for each and every convict delivered to the Penitentiary, aggregating in that County nearly $1,400. A careful estimate of the necessary cost of delivering from the same County showed that the prisoners could have been delivered for $332.80. From another County the ex pense thus incurred amounted to $40.00 for each convict: and in another County said expense amounted to $.51.36 for each convict. This is a great wrong upon taxpayers, and should be remedied. I r ecommend the passage of an Act requiring the Clerks of the Courts, upon the adjournment of the Courts of Sessions, to notify the Superintendent of the Penitentiary of the number of persons sen tenced to imprisonment in the Penitentiary, and requiring the Super intendent to provide for their transportation. REVENUE B OND SCRIP. The S upreme Court of the United States in May last reversed the decrees of the Circuit Court of the United States which sustained the validity of the " Revenue Bond Scrip," issued under Act of March 2d, 1872, to relieve the State from liability for its guarantee of the bonds of the Blue Ridge Railroad, directed by the Act of September 2d, 1868, and ordered the State Treasurer to redeem the scrip and to supply funds for this purpose, and the Comptroller General to levy and collect a special tax sufficient to pay the entire issue, and the County Treasurers to receive the scrip in payment of taxes, and enjoining them from enforcing their collection otherwise in all cases in which tender had been made. The R eport of the Attorney General will furnish a full statement of the case. It would be difficult to exaggerate the importance to the State of this decision of the Supreme Court of the United States. Its d irect and immediate effect is to relieve the State of the pay ment of a claim of $1,800,000, which originated in a bold attempt by the late Republican Government to practice a gross fraud upon the people of South Ca-iolina. But r esults more important to the well-being of the State than this pecuniary relief will follow from the principles established in the decision. The C ircuit Judge of the United States assumed the Executive authority of the State, and ordered its officers to act in direct con travention of the positive orders of the State which created them, and to which they are ultimately responsible. Had t his bold usurpation been sustained, the inevitable results would have been to flood the Treasury of the State with the fraudu 32 W EDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 1886. lent s crip ; to embarrass the administration of the Government ; to burden our people with onerous taxes for the redemption of a fraudu lent debt ; to diminish the value of the recognized public securities, and thereby seriously impair the credit of the State. In a ddition to these consequences, the attempt to enforce the decree would have inevitably involved the State in a conflict with the Federal Judiciary, such as has been so injurious to the State of Vir ginia, and which would not have failed to embarrass the State and bring the administration of justice into contempt. These d isasters have been averted by the Attorney General and his associate counsel. Its i not made the official duty of the Attorney General to repre sent the State in the Supreme Court of the United States, and he is entitled to receive from the "litigation fund" nothing more than his actual expenses. He has, therefore, received for his services to the State in these cases no other compensation than that which he derives from the consciousness of having rendered her most faithful and successful service in a most troublesome and serious emergency. I f eel it to be my duty to present these facts to the attention of the General Assembly, and I invite consideration of the justice of mak ing suitable compensation to the Attorney General and his distin guished associates for these very valuable professional services of which the State has received the benefit. THE P UBLIC SCHOOLS. The A nnual Report of the Superintendent of Education shows con tinued progress in the remarkable development of the public school system. Notwithstanding the depression naturally consequent upon several successive years of unremunerative crops, there has been evident improvement in all the main features of the work, except in the average length of the session, which is the same as the previous year. The enrollment of pupils in the public schools amounted to 183,9GG, an increase of 5,943 over the previous year. The average attendance reached 126,G96, an increase of 4,G03. This increase, both in enroll ment and in attendance, being wholly among the white pupils, clearly indicates that the white citizens of the State are taking more interest in the schools than ever before. Through t he combined influence of examinations and Normal In stitute instruction, the effective power and professional pride of the teachers have been much stimulated and improved. No better evi dence of this is needed than the fact shown in the Report, that, not withstanding their meagre salaries, and without compulsion, 1,158 of the teachers were willing to give uji their vacation and incur the ex WEDNESDAY, N OVEMBER 24, 1886. 33 fpensos o travel and board in order to attend the instructions given at the State or County Institutes during the past Summer. The a gency which the Peabody Education Fund has had in the great work of popular education in this State, and the spontaneous enlargement of its liberality for the ensuing year, will, I trust, receive from your honorable bodies some formal expression of grate ful recognition. The i njurious effects upon the public schools of the low valuation of property for taxation, is a matter deserving your serious considera tion. It appears that, if all the taxes are collected this year, there will be, nevertheless, in consequence of reduced valuations, a deficiency of at least $11,000 in the School Fund. The County apportionment of the School Fund, as now required by law to be made in advance of the listing of property and of the collection of taxes, introduces much confusion in the financial affairs of the schools, and entails great hardships upon the teachers. Some remedial measures are demanded here, and I respectfully commend the matter to your earnest attention. For reasons given at some length in his Report, the Superintendent recommends the repeal of Act No. 10, approved December 15, 1885, "relating to the examination of teachers." THE I NSTITUTION FOR THE EDUCATION OF THE DEAF AND DUMB AND THE BLIND. The t hirty-eighth Annual Report of this Institution, with the latter of transmittal of the Board of Commissioners, will be laid before you. The R eport shows an enrollment of 94 pupils during the year, an increase of 9 over the year preceding. Notwithstanding this increase, there remains of the appropriation for the maintenance of the institution an unexpended balance of $1,257.85. This shows that the Superintendent and Board of Commissioners have administered their trust faithfully and economically. To m eet the contingency of still further increase in the enroll ment of pupils, the usual appropriation should be made, notwith standing the balance on hand, that is to say : For s upport $12,000 00 For r epairs to buildings and grounds.... 500 00 For i nsurance upon buildings : 385 00 Total $ 12,885 00 CliAFXJN C OLLEGE. This i nstitution, located at Orangeburg, was founded in 1869, and is intended for the higher education of the colored youth of both 3—J H 34 W EDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 1886. sexes. T he Faculty is composed of ten teachers, and the annual attendance of the students exceeds four hundred. There a re five courses of study, and during the last five years there have been fifty-four graduates from the Normal, and fifteen from the College department. Special a ttention is given to practical industries ; schools of farm ing, carpentry, printing and domestic economy are established, and are in successful operation. These d epartments are being developed as rapidly and as thoroughly as the limited means for their support will allow. The institution deserves the continued support of the General Assembly. THE M ILITARY ACADEMY. The R eport of the Board of Visitors, to be submitted for your con sideration, will furnish in detail the record of the operations of the institution during the year. The s cholastic year 1885-86 opened with : Beneficiary C adets 68 Pay C adets 44 Total 1 17 Dismissed f or deficiency in studies 14 Honorably d ischarged 6 Graduated . • 53 Remaining i n Academy 44 Total 1 17 The s cholastic year 1886-87 opened with : Beneficiary C adets 62 Pay C adets 50 Total 1 12 Of t hose there are old Cadets : Beneficiaries 2 2 Pay 2 2 Recruits —b eneficiaries 40 Recruits — p ay 28 Total 1 12 The g raduating class of 1886 was the first since the reorganization of the Academy. It consisted of thirty-five beneficiaries and eighteen pay Cadets. Leaving the institution with its course of applied science WEDNESDAY, N OVEMBER 24, 1886. 35 thoroughly a cquired, and imbued with the lessons of discipline, method and self-respect, these young gentlemen are a valuable con tribution to the citizenship of the State. Most of them have already taken their places in the ranks of earnest and useful life, and their future will vindicate the wisdom of the State in the preparation she has given them to discharge their duties. fTwo o these beneficiary graduates, on account of their eminent qualifications, were promoted by the Board of Visitors to the discharge of duties on the Academic Board — notwithstanding the provision of the law that " Beneficiary Cadets shall be required to teach, after graduation, for two years in the free public schools of the County from which they respectively received their appointment in the said Academy." This action the Board of Visitors would not have taken, and in this action the Cadets would not have acquiesced, but for the belief that the General Assembly would relieve the two young gentle men from the obligation thus imposed. The Board of Visitors recommend the passage of such an Act, and in this recommendation I concur. I r espectfully call your attention to the recommendation of the Board of Visitors in reference to the requirement of the law that "Beneficiary Cadets shall be required to teach, after graduation, for two years in the free public schools of the County from which they respectively receive their appointment." Many e mbarrassments will be experienced, and much injustice may be done, in the enforcement of this requirement. It may often hap pen that such graduates will be unable to discharge the obligation thus imposed, without any intention or disposition to avoid it. The selection of teachers, by the General School Law, is entirely in the hands of local Boards of Trustees ; the beneficiaries will be power less to perform their obligation if the local Trustees should refuse or fail to give them employnent. The State Superintendent of Education also calls attention to this important matter. A change is here recommended. The e arthquake of 31st of August caused considerable damage to the Citadel building, throwing down the towers and parapets, par tially deranging the roof, cracking and bulging the walls of the East Wing, loosening or throwing down all the overhead plastering, together with other minor injuries. The building was left in a con dition unfit for occupancy, and with further damage from the elements imminent ; to prevent this, I appropriated five hundred dollars from the civil contingent fund. The Board of Visitors felt the obligation imposed upon them to meet and avert a blow so serious to an institu tion whose interests had been confided to them by the State. They, 36 W EDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 1886. therefore, i n order to restore the building, and prepare for the resumption of the exercises at the usual time, established a personal credit, and at once began the work of removing the debris and repairing the building. No expenditure was made beyond the point of rendering the building safely and comfortably habitable. The debt thus incurred amounts to $2,770.50 ; and I recommend the passage of a Joint Resolution providing for its payment. This i nstitution has merited the continued confidence of the Gene ral Assembly, and I recommend such appropriations as may be necessary for its maintenance. SOUTH C AROLINA COLLEGE. The p rosperity which has attended the College since its reorgani zation continues unabated. Last s ession 213 students were enrolled — the largest attendance yet recorded. The number of matriculates for the present academic year, 183, is already larger than for the corresponding period of any year except the last. In view of the general business depression, and the multiplied disasters which have for the last few years befallen the agricultural interests of our State and section, this liberal patronage is as encouraging as it is remarkable. It shows that the rehabilita tion of the institution has met a want recognized and felt, and that our people are alive to the importance of a thorough education for their sons, and quick to avail themselves of the educational advan tages offered by the State. High c ommendation is made of the character and improved pre paration of the matriculates, and the diligence and deportment of the students. The a uthorities have been unremitting in their efforts to give to the College the utmost development possible, with the limited, means at their command. During t he past year the existing courses of study were still further extended and improved, and a new course in mechanical engineering added. The institution now offers eight courses for degrees, and five for certificates, in addition to its elective and post graduate courses. Under t he energetic and efficient management of the Professor in charge, the new department in mechanics gives promise of becom ing one of the most important and popular in the College ; more than thirty students are already enrolled in its several classes. With the appropriation specially granted for the purpose, by the last General Assembly, a ten-horse-power engine, turning lathe, saws, wood-work ing tools, drawing table and carpenters' benches have been provided. WEDNESDAY, N OVEMBER 24, 1886. 37 The a im in this, as in the other scientific departments, is to com bine theory with practice — to illustrate and enforce the principles taught in the class room by applied work in the laboratory, the work shop, and the field. Its i a fact highly significant of the change wrought in Southern thought and opinion within the present generation, that a notable and steadily increasing proportion of the studantsof this historic old College, which many of our people believe to be yet exclusively de voted to classical and literary instruction, pass a large portion of their time in work which is in the highest sense of the term instruct ive ; which at the same time trains the eye, the hand, and the head ; which requires long hours of laborious practice ; the use of the bal ance and rule, the level and transit, the knife and pencil, machinery and tools, chemical analyses, determinations of minerals, the examin ations of seeds, fertilizers and soils, the preparation of specimens, and the calculation and tabulating of results. Snch t raining is certainly practical ; and, when combined with thorough mastery of the underlying principles, invaluable. The n ew adjunct Professor of Agriculture is actively engaged in enlarging the operations of the Agricultural Department of the College. He has prepared a report of the experimental work carried on for the past five years. This report, covering the results of be tween 100 and 200 experiments, is being published and will be sub mitted to you as part of the Report of the Board of Trustees. In t he number and character of its students and teachers, its courses, methods and standards, the South Carolina College can now challenge comparison with any other State institution of higher learning in the South. Its conduct and management receive my heartiest commendation, except in the matter of free tuition ; of this policy I cannot approve. It is, in my judgment, opposed to the wishes of a majority of the people of the State, and is injurious to the highest interests of the institution itself. It certainly is not essential to its success ; for prior to 1860, when tuition fees were charyed, the College was deeply embedded in the affections of our people, and held a foremost place among Southern Univerities. The r ecent history of similar institutions would seem to show that the attendance of students is not materially increased by the offer of free tuition, or diminished by its withdrawal ; a moderate tuition fee being, in fact, but an inconsiderable element in the necessary ex penses of a collegiate course. From t he opening of the College down to 1873, tuition fees were charged ; and the Act reestablishing the University certainly con templated the continuance of these charges. In Section 1040 of the 38 W EDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 1886. General S tatutes it is provided that "there shall be admitted into each College of the University one student from each County of the State, who shall be entitled to tuition free of charge." In Section 1042 it is provided that- "the tuition fees shall not exceed the sum of " forty dollars per annum for all the branches taught in either College, " which fees shall be deposited in the State Treasury and reported to "the Legislature annually." Neither t he General Assembly nor the Trustees of the University have ever formally ordered that tuition in the College should be free. The facts are these : The Act of 1879, granting to the Trustees of the South Carolina University authority to " establish a College of "Agriculture and Mechanics for the benefit of white students," and to use the grounds and property of the University at Columbia for this purpose, prescribed that " tuition in the said College shall be "free to all students whose parents reside in this State." This College continued in operation for two years, and when, in 1882, it was de veloped, as held by the Board of Trustees, into the South Carolina College, no action whatever was had by the Trustees in regard to tuition. If t his judgment should receive the approval of your honorable bodies, and if you should enact that regulations shall be adopted requiring the payment of a reasonable tuition fee, I trust that you will provide proper precautions, so that the interests of the College and of our young men may alike be carefully guarded. No appli cant should be turned away from its doors for inability to meet the required charges. The Trustees should be authorized to remit, under sufficient safeguards, the fees to meritorious youths standing in need of such aid. Nor should such change operate before the opening of the next academic year ; it will be manifestly unjust to add charges, or impose conditions, that did not exist at the time of the opening of the session. The u sual appropriation should be granted each year, subject, however, to reduction by the amount of the tuition fees paid into the Treasury, according to the law, during the preceding session. I r ecommend that such appropriations be made as may be neces sary to maintain the efficiency of the College and promote its develop ment — the amount of which you will ascertain by reference to the Report of the Board of Trustees. AGRICULTURAL C OLLEGE. During t he past year much discussion has prevailed in the State on the generally unprofitable methods of agriculture pursued by our people, and the consequent lack of prosperity that is becoming pain WEDNESDAY, N OVEMBER 24, 1886. 39 fully e vident in all branches of business. A strong sentiment has thereby been developed in favor of the establishment of an educa tional institution devoted exclusively to the promotion of agriculture. The sentiment will probably force itself upon your deliberations in the form of a demand for the founding of such an institution. The- great preponderance of agricultural over all other pursuits of our people makes such a demand entirely reasonable. The sharp compe tition and great advance in all forms of productive industry all over the world, and especially upon this continent, renders a compliance with it a matter of necessity. The vast increase in the facilities for international commercial intercourse, in the multiplicity of practical mechanical inventions, in the adaptation of scientific discoveries, and,, in general, the exigencies of modern social life, imperatively demand that the forces of education should be specialized and directed into technical channels: One of the conditions of success imposed by the spirit of the age is that a young man must begin any pursuit with a fair knowledge of what the world has already gained concerning it. Starting without this, and depending upon the small annual incre ments of knowledge gained by his own experience, he cannot hope to keep abreast of the current of progress and prosperity moving around him. Whether t he resources of the State will bear the expense of estab lishing and supporting an agricultural institution at this time, is a question to be decided by you who are the immediate representatives of the people. Such an institution should round out the circle of our educational facilities without disturbing the status of what has been already established. To meet the wants of by far the larger part of those who are to be benefited, the course of instruction should be directed to practical farm work upon the best models, and, at the same time, afford a good academic training in science and English branches. The provision already made in the South Carolina College should be fully developed so as to afford ample facilities for high scientific attainments to the few whose means or mental abilities may enable them to pursue a higher course. THE D EPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE. The D epartment of Agriculture is charged generally with the pro motion and advancement of the agricultural interests of the State, and especially with the protection of the interest of the State in the phosphate territory ; the propagation and distribution of fish ; the analysis of fertilizers, to the end that frauds may be prevented, and with the collection of agricultural statistics. 40 W EDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 1886. The A nnual Keport of the Commissioner, including the reports of the subordinate officials connected with the Department, will be laid before you. It contains full statements regarding the work of the Department for the year 1886. The s easons during the year have not been favorable throughout the State, and the abundant harvest, for which the people so indus triously struggled, has not been realized. In addition to the loss sustained on account of the seasons, and the low price of cotton, much property was destroyed by high water. These considerations, following two years of short crops, should impress upon the farmers, and all the people of the State, the importance of the strictest economy in the conduct of their affairs. Nothing h as occurred to disturb the condition of farm labor. The relations between landlord and tenant are harmonious and pleasant, and all seem to be working for the advancement of the agricultural interest of the State. The same conditions exist in our manufactur ing institutions. Upon t hese facts, considering the strikes and strife, the discord and destruction of property, that have been experienced elsewhere, our State should be congratulated ; and these facts demonstrate the justice and the wisdom of legislative vigilance in the matter of the relations between employer and employee. The statistics collected by the Department show a large decrease in the amount of supplies purchased by the farmers within the past few years. In 1882 it was estimated that about $9,000,000 had been advanced on the growing crops ; last year such advances only amounted to about $5,000,000. Such a reduction, occurring in the years when the yield of the crops was below an average, indicates progress among our people in the management of their affairs. The a nalytical work of the Department consists chiefly of the analysis of fertilizers ; although the examination of minerals, waters, &c, &c, has engaged part of the time and attention of the Chemist. The v alue of the fertilizers used annually in the State is about $3,000,000. It is of the utmost importance, therefore, that the strictest supervision should be exercised, so that the sale of fraudu lent fertilizers shall be prevented. This important work the Depart ment has endeavored to perform. Difficulties are involved in the adoption of effective regulations, but the Commissioner reports that the number of brands found deficient in essential ingredients is rapidly decreasing, with a corresponding increase in the chemical value of the fertilizers. The D epartment has a thoroughly equipped laboratory, under the WEDNESDAY, N OVEMBER 24, 1886. 41 charge o fa faithful and efficient Chemist, and is prepared to make analyses of any character. Recently t he services of a Botanist and Veterinary Surgeon have been secured. The Botanist has examined a number of specimens of grasses and plants. The V eterinary Surgeon has visited various sections of the State to investigate contagious diseases among farm stock. These officers will continue their respective duties under the direction of the Board, and will publish monthly articles of interest to the farmers of the State. The S tate Weather Service, recently inaugurated, has been of great benefit in other sections, and will be valuable here. Careful study of, and familiarity with, the system of weather predictions will be in teresting and profitable to all who are engaged in farming or in stock raising. The R eport of the Special Assistant shows a largely increased phos phate royalty received by the State since the supervision of the phos phate territory was imposed upon the Department. For f ull information as to the various and important duties of the Department, and the manner in which they have been performed by the Commissioner and by the Board, I refer you 'to the Report of the Commissioner. I commend the Department to your continued sup port. PENITENTIARY. The R eport of the Board of Directors of the Penitentiary, includ ing the Reports of the Superintendent and subordinate officers of the prison, and of the Engineer and Manager of the Canal, will be laid before you. These Reports give full information concerning the condition and prospects of this institution. At t he beginning of the last fiscal year there were 945 prisoners confined in the Penitentiary, of whom 865 were colored, and 80 white. During the year 553 prisoners were received, of whom 516 were col ored, and 37 white. The discharges during the year, for various causes, were 513, leaving in confinement at the end of the fiscal year 878 colored males and 38 colored females, and 64 white males and 5 white females, aggregating 985 prisoners, an increase of 40 as com pared with the corresponding period of the last year. Of these there are On p hosphate works 102 In s hoe and hosiery factories 201 On t he different farms 227 Within t he walls and on the Canal 455 42 W EDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 188G. There i s now but one contract for labor without the walls of the Penitentiary. This contract will expire on the 31st of December ensuing, and it is apprehended will not be renewed. Thereupon the institution will be dependent, practically, for current expenses, upon the income derived from the labor employed in the shoe and hosiery factories within the walls. This will amount only to about $2,000 per month. This sum will be inadequate to the necessities of the institution, even if promptly paid. If, for any reason, this supply should fail, the Superintendent and Directors will be greatly em barrassed until they can realize from the farming operations of the ensuing year. To p rovide against such a contingency, I recommend that the sum of $25,000 be appropriated for the uses of the Penitentiary, if so much be necessary, to be returned to the Treasury from the earnings of the Penitentiary. No loss will be experienced by the State on this account, but it will greatly facilitate the operations of the Board of- Directors, will relieve the Superintendent of great embarrassment, and will save in the matter of interest. The interest last year upon loans made by the Board amounted to $548.02. The r esults of the' farming operations for the last year were very unfavorable ; but this is not discouraging, and furnishes no justifica tion of an abandonment of that system. These disasters were caused by agencies beyond human control. Threef o the farms in which the' Penitentiary is interested suffered serious injury from high water. A large portion of two of these farms were entirely covered by water on three several occasions, whereby the crops were completely destroyed — upon large areas not a vestige remaining. Notwithstanding t hese disasters, and the money and labor expended in valuable permanent improvements on the prison, and the work done on the Canal and for the State House Commission, the Direc tors report a cash deficiency of only $3,911.41. This deficiency will be more than covered by the bricks and farm produce on hand. The S uperintendent reports that the entire expenses of the institu tion, including the cost of material, wages of G uard and Foremen and other charges, has been reduced to 21& cents per capita per diem. This is the lowest point yet attained, and will compare favorably with any other similar institution in the country. In t he matter of maintenance simply, including food, clothes, shoes, guards, medicine and medical attention, the cost is cents per diem per capita. The r ecord thus presented, under the circumstances, is the highest WEDNESDAY, N OVEMBER 24, 1886. 43 testimony t hat could be offered of the efficiency of the management of the institution. I r espectfully commend these several reports to your careful examin ation. , THE C OLUMBIA CANAL,.

In t his connection I desire to call your attention to the Report of the Manager of the Columbia Canal. I a pplied to the Engineer for a full statement of the total expense incurred by the State up to the end of the fiscal year on account of the Canal. From him I obtained the following statement : Total c ash expended by the State $46,908 61 Total c ash expended by the city of Columbia 6,222 10 Total c o"st of convict labor used 77,574 97 Total c ost of Canal $130,705 68 Deduct a mount paid by Columbia 6,222 10 Leaves t otal cost to State $124,483 58 For t he prosecution of the work for the ensuing year the Manager recommends an appropriation of twelve thousand dollars. In the judgment of the Manager, seven-tenths (7-10) of the work necessary for the excavation of the Canal has been performed ; to this sum total is to be added the amount necessary for the construction of the dam ; this, in the judgment of the Engineer, will require $62,800.44 — of which sum only forty per cent, in money will be required, the balance in labor. During t he month of May last, the Canal suffered serious injury from the effects of high water ; nearly all the work done since that time has been expended toward repairing the damage thus inflicted. The Report of the Manager and of the Engineer accompany the Report of the Superintendent of the Penitentiary. THE L UNATIC ASYLUM. The R eport of the Superintendent of the Asylum gives full infor mation as to the condition of that institution. At t he beginning of the year there were 605 patients ; of whom 363 were white, 242 colored, and 12 were absent on probation ; 237 were admitted during the year ; making the whole number under treat ment 854. Of these, 61 were discharged as cured, 29 as improved, and 87 died. At the end of the year there remained 647 inmates ; 371 white, 276 colored, and 18 were absent on trial. The increase of 44 W EDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 1886. population w as 42, which seems to have been about the average annual increase for the last ten years. The g eneral health of the inmates is reported to have been good, and there were no serious epidemic or contagious diseases. During t he terrible shock of the earthquake the precautions taken by the officers in charge prevented any general panic ; nor was any noticeable effect produced on the mental condition of the patients. The extensive and valuable buildings fortunately escaped serious injury. The R eport mentions several important improvements conducive to the health and comfort of the patients, and promotive of economy in the management of the affairs of the institution. I e specially invite your attention to the recommendations of the Superintendent in connection with the enlargement of the capacity of the buildings ; the State should not economize rigidly against the interest of her afflicted citizens. Aso t the cost of maintenance, it appears that after paying the cur-, rent expenses, and after expending about $4,000 in permanent im provements, there remains of the appropriation for maintenance a balance of $8,691.47. In t he matter of maintenance there has been a gradual reduction since the present management assumed control. In the fiscal year 1875-76 the per capita cost was $203.83 ; the per capita cost for the last fiscal year was $140.25. In this particular this Asylum will com pare favorably with any similar institution in the country. This is made to appear from actual statistics as exhibited in the Report. The surprising exhibit is also made that the daily expense to the State for feeding, clothing, furnishing nurses, medicine and medical attention to the inmates, is less than is allowed by law to the Sheriffs of the Counties for dieting prisoners confined in the County Jails. The S uperintendent does not think that the cost of maintenance can be materially reduced without impairing the efficiency and lower ing the standard of the institution. Such appropriations should be made as will enable the officers and Regents to keep abreast with the advances made in the care and treatment of the insane, so that the Asylum may continue to rank with the foremost institutions of its kind in this country. It is a grand and beautiful monument to the benevolence of the people of the State, and I commend it to your fostering care, and its administration to your approval. WEDNESDAY, N OVEMBER 24, 1886. 4,3 RAILROAD C OMMISSION.

The B oard of Railroad Commissioners have faithfully and zealously continued their earnest efforts to carry out the provisions of the Railroad Laws equitably, with proper regard to the interests of both the railroads and the general public. I i nvite your attention to their Annual Report, and especially to their suggestions of amendments of existing laws. The C ommissioners say : "There is a disposition on the part of corporations leasing or controlling certain roads in South Carolina to remove their offices to other States too far off to protect the interests and convenience of the public, and too far off for proper application of State laws." This is an important matter, and deserves your con sideration ; as also is the suggestion that "all roads chartered by the State be at once required to so arrange their rules and by-laws that the rights of minorities of stockholders shall be protected." I c oncur in the judgment of the Commissioners that " the running of trains on Sunday, under the law as it now stands, works a great hardship to employees of the railroad, defeating the very object it was intended to carry out." A change here is suggested.

THE M ILITIA. The R eport of the Adjutant and Inspector General shows that the Militia of the State is in good condition. The decided advance in efficiency, the improvement in the general appearance of the various commands, and the increased interest manifested by the troops, may be attributed to the generous recognition of their services by the General Assembly during the past two years. The a nnual inspections show a slight increase in the number of troops on parade as compared with the last year. I i nvite your special attention to the recommendation of the Adju tant General looking to the establishment of annual encampments as the best means of 2iromoting the efficiency of the troops ; this is an important matter, and is worthy of consideration. The A djutant and Inspector General recommends that the office of Ordnance Sergeant be abolished, and the duties of that office trans ferred to the Armorer. It h as been brought to my attention that the names of several members of the old Palmetto Regiment who were killed in battle in Mexico have not been inscribed upon the Palmetto Monument. This omission the Adjutant General should be authorized to supply. 46 W EDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 1886. STATE A GRICULTURAL, AND MECHANICAL, SOCIETY. The E ighteenth Annual Fair of this Society was held in the city of Columbia during the present month. State f airs and the comparisons thereby given of the results in agriculture, in mechanics, in art, and in stock raising, are an impor tant means in advancing and developing these great industries. Considering t he numerous and various disasters which our people have experienced during the present year, the recent Fair was sur prisingly successful, both in attendance and in the number and character of the exhibits. Aside f rom the pleasures of acquaintance, and the cultivation of social relations, those Fairs are industrial, mechanical and agricul tural schools for our farmers, and they should be encouraged. The G eneral Assembly have shown by liberal appropriations that the benefits of these Fairs are fully appreciated, and I recommend that the appropriation heretofore made be continued.

STATE B OARD OP HEALTH. The A nnual Report of the State Board of Health will be submitted for your consideration. It contains valuable information relating to the sanitary condition of the State. The C hairman of the Board states that, although the operations of the Board have been conducted with the most rigid economy, the annual appropriation is hardly sufficient to meet the absolute expenses incident to the work necessary to be performed. STATE H OUSE. During t he session of 1884, the sum of seventy-five thousand dollars was appropriated "for the purpose of defraying the expenses of continuing the construction of the State House ;" it was expressly provided that " this appropriation shall only be used in completing the construction of the Main Building, and shall not be used for any portion of the work not absolutely necessary for the preservation of said Main Building, and for lighting, heating and sewerage of the buildings." The s ame sum was appropriated in 1885, for the same purpose, only that the Commission was authorized to " expend a sum not exceeding five thousand dollars of said sum for completing the necessary offices, and conveniences therefor, either within or without the building." The r eports of the State House Commission and of the Architect will be laid before you. They show the number and nature of the WEDNESDAY, N OVEMBER 24, 1886. 47 contracts a nd estimates that have been made looking to the comple tion of the work. Prom these reports yon can obtain full informa tion concerning the work done and to be done. The a mount paid out during the last fiscal year was $72,G58 44 The a mount paid the previous year was 8,158 24 The a mount to be paid on Contracts already made 51,551 06

Aggregating $ 132,367 74 Leaving o nly the sum of $17,632.26. This sum will be exhausted before the work covered by the following estimates will be reached, as appears in the Report of the Commission. For t he work necessary to be done before the main building can be completed according to the specifications of the Acts above referred to., the Architect submits the following estimates : To f inish Chambers Senate and House $20,000 00 Repairing b asement rooms 1,600 00 Heating a nd ventilating 18,000 00 Fireproof c eilings, balance third story and library 11,000 00 Plumbing 6 ,000 00 Salaries a nd contingent expenses 5,000 00 Total $ G1,600 00 For t he details of the contracts, estimates and payments made, I respectfully refer you to the Reports of the Commission and Architect. sIt i for you to determine how much of the sum above mentioned shall be appropriated ; the whole amount will be necessary before the purposes contemplated by the Act can be accomplished. Its i very much to be regretted that the State House is not in con dition to be used at the present session of the General Assembly ; every possible effort was made to have it in readiness. As soon as it was definitely ascertained that it could not be used for the present, I began to arrange a place for your meeting. From e xperience, I regarded it as important — indeed, essential to the dispatch of business — that the Senate, the House of Representa tives and the Engrossing Department should be in the same building. It o ccurred to me that the Agricultural building offered more con veniences for the purpose than any other place available. This build- ing.the Department cheerfully placed at my disposal. To p rovide a comfortable Senate Chamber, it became necessary to remove the partition wall between the offices heretofore occujned espectively by the Commissioner of Agriculture and the Railroad 48 W EDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 1886. Commissioners. T his made it necessary to provide apartments for the Railroad Commissioners. The r ooms heretofore occupied by the Committees on Ways and Means, and Judiciary, of the House, have been fitted up for the use of these Committees. For the Judiciary Committee of the Senate, the room heretofore occupied by the Speaker of the House has been prepared. , Other a ccommodations for the Committees of the two Houses have been made in the Agricultural building. The Committees will not suffer any greater inconvenience than has heretofore been experienced. I t rust that the arrangements thus made will be found comfortable and satisfactory, and that they will receive your approval.

GENERAL, N . G. EVANS.

During t he month of October, 1861, the battle of Leesburg was fought, Brigadier General N. G. Evans commanding the Confederate forces. On t he 30th day of November succeeding the following resolutions were adopted by the Legislature : 1st. " Resolved, That the thanks of this General Assembly are "eminently due, and are hereby tendered, to Brigadier General N. G. " Evans, a gallant son of South Carolina, for the brilliant and decisive " victory won by the brave troops under his command at Leesburg. 2d. " That the Governor be instructed to procure a gold medal "with suitable devices, and cause the same to be presented, in the " name of the State of South Carolina, as a testimonial of the high ap preciation by his native State of his gallant conduct and dis- "tinguished services upon that memorable occasion." It h as been brought to my attention that the purpose of the last resolution has never been accomplished. It is a matter of little con sequence to the State, the sum necessary being small ; but it is a matter of great interest to the family of General Evans. I r ecommend that the Governor be authorized, out of his contingent fund, to carry out the purpose of said resolution.

THE C ITY OP CHARLESTON. On t he night of the 31st of last August a sudden and mysterious calamity befell the City of Charleston and the surrounding communi ties. It may be stated with truth that of all the serious disasters which have marked the history of this grand old city the losses from this mysterious and wholly unexpected disaster will be by far the most onerous and grievous to bear, and longest to be remembered. WEDNESDAY, N OVEMBER 24, 188G. 49 To i ndicate the universality of the disaster, it is estimated that 12,000 chimneys above the roofs were thrown down. In addition to stores and dwelling houses, the damage to churches, chapels, public school houses, Federal, County and city buildings, was very general. A number of these buildings are total wrecks and must be taken down and rebuilt. In addition to all of which there was grievous loss in articles of personalty — household furniture, costly vases, and many other articles of infinite variety, which money cannot replace, and which amount in the aggregate to hundreds and thousands in a single home. The g reater portion of the loss falls upon those who can and will, from their own private means, defray the expense of restoration, and who will uncomplainingly bear the depreciation of their property. The l oss of the actually helpless sufferers, whom a noble public charity has already in part relieved, is in the aggregate a compara tively small portion of the total loss. Those w ho have given careful consideration to the problem of losses thus inflicted, state them in millions of dollars as to real estate alone. Under t hese circumstances an urgent appeal was made to me to convene the General Assembly in extra session, so that the represent atives of the people might have an opportunity to contribute from the resources of the State to the relief of the distressed communities. I was deeply impressed with the solemnity of the occasion, and anxious to exhaust all means at my command for the relief of my afflicted fellow citizens ; but I did not think that it was such an "extraordi nary occasion " as was within the contemplation of the Constitu tion in authorizing the Governor to convene the General Assembly in extra session. .m I a informed that measures will be submitted for your considera tion looking to the relief of Charleston, and the communities that suffered from the effects of the earthquake ; but I am not in formed of the nature of the relief for which application will be made. I t rust that the proposition will receive your careful consideration, and that you will find it within your power to ameliorate the effects of this unprecedented misfortune. The C ity Council of Charleston has adopted the following resolu tion : "That t he City Council of Charleston memorialize the General Assembly of South Carolina, at its ensuing session, setting forth the paramount necessity for the earliest possible completion of the jetties, and asking the Legislature to take such action as will present this essential matter, for the future of the port of Charleston, and the 4 — H.J 50 W EDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 1886. commerce o f this South Atlantic port, and, in the name of the State of South Carolina, ask the favorable recommendation of the Presi dent of the United States, and the swift and liberal action of the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States, in the very beginning of the coming session, to the immediate achievement of this beneficent public work." I r ecommend that such a memorial to the Congress of the United States be at once adopted. CONSTITUTION. Two a mendments to the Constitution were submitted to the people by the last General Assembly ; the first proposing an amendment to Section 14, Article 9 of the Constitution relating to State bonds. A m ajority of the qualified voters of the State voted in favor of this amendment, and I trust that it will be ratified by your honorable bodies. The second, proposed an amendment to Article 2 of the Constitution, relating to the Census. A majority of the qualified voters of the State also voted for this amendment. This is an im portant matter and is worthy of your careful consideration. Iny m judgment the Constitution should be further amended. Section 13 of Article 4 should be stricken out, and another substi tuted in lieu thereof, which should provide that a Circuit Judge shall hold his office during good behavior. The reasons justifying such change need not be given here. Section9 1 of Article 4 of the Constitution should be stricken out. This Section provides that : " The qualified electors of each '• County shall elect three persons for the term of two years, who shall " constitute a Board of County Commissioners, which shall have juris diction over roads, highways, ferries, bridges, and in all matters " relating to taxes, disbursements of money for County purposes* and " in any other case that may be necessary to the internal improvement; " and local concerns of the respective Counties." It is not advisable to insert any provision in the stead thereof. It should be left to the General Assembly to provide regulations for the government of the affairs of the Counties. In anticipation of this amendment, it would be premature to submit any suggestions looking to the estab lishment of a better system of County government. It is unques tionable that the present system is not suited to our condition, and is the cause of many of the evils of which the people complain. I adopt, as of direct application to the conditions by which we are surrounded, a sentence from the first inaugural address of President Jackson, in which he says : " The recent demonstration of public WEDNESDAY, N OVEMBER 24, 1886. :,1 " s entiment inscribes on the list of Executive duties, in characters "too legible to be overlooked, the task of reform." Neither d ishonesty, infidelity nor incapacity 'need be imputed to County officials ; with the greatest efficiency, good results cannot be attained under the present system. Effect t he change here suggested, and much improvement will be within the reach of the Legislature. CENSUS. The a ttention of the General Assembly has heretofore been directed to the fact that Article 2, Section 4, of the Constitution provides that an enumeration of the inhabitants, of the State shall be made in the course of every tenth year, after 1875, for the purpose of an apportionment of Representatives among the Counties, and that Sec tion 5, Articles, provides, that " if the enumeration herein directed " shall not be made in the course of the year appointed for the pur- " pose, it shall be the duty of the Governor to have it effected as soon "thereafter as shall be practicable." sIt i plainly the intention of the Section last mentioned that the accomplishment of the purpose stated in the first shall not for any cause be defeated. The Governor cannot discharge the duty thus imposed upon him without an appropriation. Clearly, the Governor should not be required to perform a duty, and at the same time be denied the means by which to discharge it. I r ecommend that an appropriation be made for this purpose. This will be unnecessary if you should ratify the amendment to the Consti tution relating to the census. PARDONSND A COMMUTATIONS. In o bedience to the requirement of law, I herewith transmit a statement of the pardons and commutations granted by me, together with those that were granted by my predecessor, during the last year, and the reasons therefor.

CONCLUSION. Gentlemen o f the General Assembly: I h ave thus endeavored to lay before you my thoughts upon the condition of the State, and the methods by which it may be improved. I have made it my business, as I believed it to be my duty, carefully to observe the Government in its practical administration, for the purpose of ascertaining what imperfections exist and what improve ments ought to be made. 1

52 W EDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 1886. No s ession for many years has presented so many important sub jects as the present for legislative consideration. The p eople demand the abolition of needless offices. I have called your attention to those with which, I think, we can dispense, without affecting the efficiency of the whole. They demand strict economy and rigid accountability in the expenditure of public moneys ; but it should not be forgotten that it is not always the smallest expenditure that constitutes the wisest economy. They demand a simple and busi ness-like conduct of the affairs of the Government ; I have made sug gestions by the adoption of which I believe the administration of our affairs, State and County, will be simplified and improved ; but in the consideration of appropriations, it should not be forgotten that effi ciency is the great purpose to be achieved, and from this end our atten tion should not be diverted. The p eople demand that the burdens as well as the benefits of gov ernment shall be distributed with fairness, justness and impartiality. They demand uniformity and simplicity in taxation, and its distrib ution in such a manner as that, while all should bear their just share of the common burdens, those shall contribute most who receive most, and those suffer least who can bear least. For t hese important matters I bespeak your careful consideration ; and, invoking the blessing of Almighty God upon your deliberations, I trust that your duty will be discharged in such a manner that the permanent and material interests of the State and the happiness and prosperity of her people may be promoted. .J. C SHEPPAKD, Governor. Mr. A LDRICH introduced the following Resolution: Resolved, T hat the Message of his Excellency the Governor be made the Special Order for Friday next at 12:45 P. M. Which w as considered immediately and agreed to. Mr. BRAWLEY introduced the following Resolution : Resolved, T hat a Message be sent to the Senate, inviting that body to be present in this House on Friday, the 26th instant, at 1 o'clock P. M., at which hour the Speaker of the House will open and publish the votes for Governor and Lieutenant Governor in the presence of both Houses. Which w as considered immediately, agreed to, and a Message sent accordingly. WEDNESDAY, N OVEMBER 24, 1886. 53 NOTICESF O BILLS. Mr. B AXTER gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend certain Sections of the Fish Laws of the State. Mr. B OOZER gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend Section 1731 of Chapter LV of the General Statutes of this State, of Licenses. Mr. B OYLE gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to empower the County Treasurer of Berkeley County to pay the County bonds becoming due and payable January, 1887. Mr. B LACK gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to incorporate the Bamberg Banking Company. Mr. B RAWLEY gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A J oint Resolution to provide for the payment of the expense in curred by the Board of Visitors in the repairs of the buildings of the Citadel Academy. Also, A B ill relating to the reassessment of real property and the collection of taxes in certain portions of the Counties of Charleston, Berkeley and Colleton. Mr. B ROOKER gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend an Act to establish a new school district in Lexing ton. Mr. B ROWNING gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to exempt a certain portion of Berkeley County from the pro visions of the General Stock Law. Mr. D ANTZLER gave notice that to morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to allow the County Commissioners of Orangeburg County to use certain unexpended balances in the County treasury. Mr. D OUGLASS gave notice'that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to renew the charter of the Town of Winnsboro. Also, A B ill to authorize the Town Council of the Town of Winnsboro to issue bonds for the purpose of improving the building of the Mount Zion College and procuring suitable furniture therefor. 54 W EDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 1886. Also, A B ill relating to the Trial Justice system. Als<>, A B ill to amend the law as to the assessment of property for taxa tion. Mr. H ILL gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to exempt certain portions of Colleton County from the opera tions of the Ceneral Stock Law, contained in Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes. Mr. H YDE gave notice that to morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to authorize the Foremen of Grand Juries to administer the oath to all witnesses to be examined by the Grand Jury. Mr. M AHERgave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to repeal an Act entitled "Au Act lo prohibit the sale of spirituous and malt liquors in the County of Barnwell," approved December 21st, 1883. Mr. M cHUGH gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to extend and amend the charter of the New Brighton Ferry Company. Also, A J oint Resolution appropriating the sum of eighty dollars to the redemption of certain bills of the Bank of the State in the hands of the Sisters of our Lady of Mercy of South Carolina. Mr. M cKISSICK gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to allow defendands in criminal cases to examine by commis sion their witne-ses residing beyond the limits of this State. Mr. M ILES gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to provide for the establishment of a new school district in Marion County and to authorize the levy and collection of a local tax therein. Mr. M ILLER gave notice that to morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill exempting portions of Georgetown County from the operations of the Stock Law. Also, A B ill amending the charter of the Town of Georgetown. WEDNESDAY, N OVEMBER 24, 1886. 55 Also, A. J oint Resolution to authorize and require the State Treasurer to issue to Mary E. Fleming a bond of the State and certificate of State stock in lieu of others lost or destroyed. Mr. N ELSON gave notice that to-morrow or 'some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to reduce the number of Trial Justices in Kershaw, and make the office of Trial Justice in said County a salaried office. Also, A B ill to provide for the payment of jurors and witnesses in criminal cases at the close of each term of the Court for Kershaw County. Also, A B ill to license the sale of seed cotton in Kershaw County. Mr. P ARKER gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend Section 310 of the Code of Procedure, as ratified December 24, 1885, relating to judgments. Also, A B ill to amend the Homestead Law. Also, A B ill to amend Section 1 776 of the General Statutes. Also, A B ill to amend Section 2037 of the General Statutes, relating to the contracts of married women. Mr. P OPE gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend Section 1 of an Act entitled "An Act to fix the times for the holding of Courts in the Seventh Circuit, so far as the same relates to the Counties of Newberry and Spartanburg," approved December 26th, 1884. Also, A B ill to regulate the suit and collection of the bonds of defaulting officers, making it the duty of the Circuit Solicitors to bring and prose cute said suits, aud fixing their remuneration therefor. Also, A B ill to amend Section 2428, Chapter XCVIII, of the Geueral Statutes, of costs and fees of attorneys and other officers. Mr. R ANKIN gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would beg leave to introduce A B ill to amend the charter of the Palmetto Railroad Company. Also, A B ill to amend the charter of the Cheraw and Camden Short Line Railroad Company. 56 W EDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 1886. Mr. R AYSOR gave notice thaf. to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to incorporate the Orangeburg Building and Loan Associa tion. Mr.UE R gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to confer the rights of legitimacy upon Marie Smalls and Eliza beth Smalls, and to change their names to Marie Butler and Elizabeth Butler. Mr. R UTLAND gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to enlarge by amendment School District No. 17 in Fairfield County. Mr. S HAW gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to form a new Countv out of a portion of the Counties of Chesterfield, Darlington, Kershaw and Sumter. Mr. S IMPSON gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to incorporate the Fidelity Loan and Trust Company of Spar tanburg County. Mr.. W B. WILSON, Jr., gave notice that to-morrow or some subse quent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend au Act entitled "An Act to amend the Militia Laws of the State," approved December 24th, 1883. Also, A B ill to regulate buying of seed cotton. Also, A B ill to limit the number of Trial Justices in York County, fix their territorial jurisdiction, and provide for their compensation. Also, A B ill to amend Sections 1339 and 1342 of the General Statutes, relating to hawkers and peddlers.

BILLS I NTRODUCED.

Pursuant t o notice, and by leave of the House, Mr. HYDE introduced A Bill to provide for the formatiou of certain corporations under General Statutes. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. WEDNESDAY, N OVEMBER 24, 1886. 57 Also, A B ill to amend Section 2037 of the General Statutes of South Caro lina, relating to eertaiu rights and liabilities of husband and wife. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Also, A B ill to amend Section 7 of an Act to require foreign co operative assessment companies to comply with the insurance laws of the State, and to clearly define who shall be considered agents of insurance com panies, approved December 24, 1883. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee od the Judiciary. Pursuant t o notice, and by leave of the House, Mr. ALDRICH intro duced A B ill to amend Section 618 of the General Staiutes of South Caro lina, relating to the repairs of highways. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Roads, Bridgts and Ferries. Also, A B ill to amend Section 2629 of the General Statutes of South Caro lina, relating to the drawing and term of service of Grand Jurors. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Comrdittee on the Judiciary. Also, A B ill to amend Section 89 of the General Statutes of South Carolina, relating to the qualification of electors. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee ou Privileges and Elections. Pursuant t o notice, aud by leave of the House, Mr. BURKE intro duced A B ill to provide for the issue of a deficiency bond or stock to Octavins A. White in satisfaction of the guarantee of the State on a eertain bond of the Spartanburg and Union Railroad Company held by him. Which w as read the. first time and referred to the Committee of Ways and Means. Pursuant t o notice, and by leave of the House, Mr. RAYSOR intro duced A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to amend Section 18 of the Code of Procedure, in reference to the time of holding Circuit Courts in the First Circuit," approved December 23d, 1885. Which w as read the fiist time and was referred to the Judiciary . Committee. 5J — H 58 W EDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 1SS6. Pursuant t o notice, and by leave of the House; Mr. BRAWLEY introduced A B ill to amend General Statutes, Title VIII, " Of the Public Health," Chapter XVIII, Section 948, in relation to quarantine. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Medical Committee. Mr. BURKE presented fPetition o certain stockholders to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Berkeley County Railway and Lumber Company," with the draft of a Bill carrying out the purposes prayed for in said Petition. Which w as referred to the Committee on Incorporations. Also, presented Petition o f the Carolina Savings Bank of Charleston, asking for amendment of charter, with the draft of a Bill carrying out the pur poses prayed for in said Petition. Which w as referred to the Committee on Incorporations. Also, p resented Petition o f sundry persons for a charter of " Commercial Savings Bunk," with draft of Bill carrying out the purposes prayed for in said Petition. Which w as referred to the Committee on Incorporations. Mr. HYDE preseuted Petitionf o Mount Pleasant and Seaview City Railroad Company for amendment of charter, with the draft of a Bill carrying out the pur poses prayed for. Which w as referred to the Committee on Incorporations. Also p resented Petitionf o Charjes F. Hard, William Fat man, W. K. Stead man, Lawrence N. Chisolm and Henry Schachte for amendment of charter of Charleston Base Ball Club, with draft of Bill carrying out the purposes prayed for in said Petition. Which w as referred to the Committee on Incorporations. Mr. C APPELMANN presented Petition o f Eutawville Railroad Company for amendment, with draft of Bill to carry out the purposes of said Petition. Which was referred to the Committee on Railroads. Mr. BRAWLEY presented Petitionf o the Etiwau Phosphate Company for amendment of charter, with draft of Bill carrying out the purposes prayed for in said Petition Which was referred to the Committee on Incorporations. Also, presented Petitionf o F. L. Frost, James P. DeSaussure and C. C. Pinckney, FRIDAY, N OVEMBER 26, 1886. 59 Jr., f or the incorporation of the Ashley Phosphate Company, together with draft of a Bill carrying out the purposes prayed for in said Petition. Which w as referred to the Committee on Incorporations. Mr. H YDE presented Petitionf o Stono Phosphate Company praying an extension of charter, with draft of a Bill carrying out the purposes prayed for in said Peti tion. Which w as referred to the Committee on Incorporations. On motion of Mr. HASKELL, it was ordered that when this House adjourns, it stand adjourned until Friday next at 11 o'clock A. M. On motion of Mr. ANSEL, the House adjourned at 2:20 P. M.

FRIDAY, N OVEMBER 26, 1886.

At t he hour to which the House was adjourned the Clerk called the roll, when the SPEAKER took the chair, and, a quorum being present, the deliberations were opened with prayer to Almighty God by the Rev. O. A. Darby. The J ournal of Wednesday's proceedings was read and confirmed. The SPEAKER announced the following Standing Committees : Committee o n Privileges and Elections. 1. M r. W. H. Brawley. 2. M r. L. B. O'Bryen. 3. M r. J. R. P. Fox. 4. M r. C A. McIIugh. 5. M r. J. W. Daniels. 6. M r. J. N. Drake. 7. M r. W. A. McClintock. 8. M r. L. P. Miller. !). Mr. W. O. Cain. 10. M r. James Norton. 11. M r. W. M. Walker. 12. M r, R. J. Robinson. FRIDAY. N OVEMBER 26, 1886. Committee o n Ways and Means. 1. M r. J. C. Haskell. . 2. M r. J. F. Ficken. 3. M r. I. G. McKissick. 4. M r. J. P. BlackwelL 5. M r. W. A. Ancrum. 6. M r. J. E. Tiadall. 7. M r. Sampson Pope. 8. M r. J. B. Chandler. 9. M r. J. N. Brown. 10. M r. John Lawton. 11. M r. Altamont Moses. 12. M r. T. R. League. 13. M r. Simeon Hyde.

Committee o n the Judiciary. 1. M r. W. H. Parker. 2. M r. VV. H. Brawley. 3. M r. C. J. C. Huison. 4. M r. James Aldrich. 5. M r. J. J. Maher. 6. M r. M. F. Ansel. 7. M r. C. A. Douglass. 8. M r. J. E. Burke. 9. M r. T. M. Raysor. 10. M r. W. B. Wilson, Jr. 11. M r. S. P. Hamilton. 12. M r. S. J. Simpson. 13. M r. Ernest Gary. FRIDAY, N OVEMBER 2d, 1886. Committee o n Incorporations. 1. M r. James Aldrich. 2. M r. Charles Boyle. 3. M r. P. H. Nelson. 4. M r. C. G. Dantzler. 5. M r. Jos. N. Brown. 6. M r. O. C. Jordan. 7. M r. C. T. Connors. «. Mr. A. F. O'Brien. 9. Mr. J. H. McDaniel. 10. M r. B. L. Abney. 11. M r. A. M. Rankin. 12. M r. H. Frank Wilson. 13. M r. J. D. Cappelmann.

Committee o n Agriculture. 1. M r. J. H. Wharton. 2. M r. Thos. S. Briee. 3. M r. J. E. Tiudall. 4. M r. J. Frost Walker. 5. M r. H. D. Padgett. 6. M r. W. A. Ancrnm. 7. M r. W. H. Stewart, .8. Mr. Jaiues Norton. 9. Mr. Joseph L. KeitL 10. M r. W. D. Mars. 11. M r. C. P. Boozer. 12. M r. J. O. Byrd. 13. M r. A. Mims.

Committee o n Federal Relations.

1. M r. P. IT. Nelson. 2. M r. PI. D. Padgett. 3. M r. E. R. Plowden, Jr. 4. M r. R. M. Cleveland. 5. M r. J. H. Turner. 6. M r. Jno. D. Hamilton. 7. M r. B. F. Miller. 8. M r. J. A. Baxter. 9. M r. Thomas E. Miller. FRIDAY, N OVEMBER 26, 1886. Committee o n Claims. 1. M r. W.J. Ready. 2. M r. A. A. Sarratt. 3. M r. J. H. McDaniel. 4. M r. J. B. Guess. 5. M r. F. M. Davenport. 6. M r. L. S. Bigham. 7. M r. W. M. Walker. 8. M r. J. H. Turner. 9. M r. Wm. G. Austell. Committee o n Roads, Bridges and Ferries. 1. M r. Sheridan R Rutland. 2. M r. Samuel Hickman. 3. M r. J. W. Hill. 4. M r. R. E. Mason. 5. M r. D. H. Sally. 6. M r. J. H. Dukes. 7. M r. T. S. Browning. 8. M r. W. S. King. 9. M r. B. F. Miller. Committee o n Railroads. 1. M r. J. J. Maher. 2. M r. W. H. Brawley. 3. M r. M. F. Ansel. 4. M r. C. A. Douglass. 5. M r. R. C. Barkley. 6. M r. T. VV. Stanland. 7. M r. J. A. Easley. 8. M r. W. D. Evans. 9. M r. O. A. Wylie. Committee o n Education. 1. M r. C. J. C. Hutson. 2. M r. John P. Thomas, of Richland. 3. M r. C. G. Dantzler. 4. M r. J. N. Young. 5. M r. G. W. Morrall. 6. M r. J. P. Lesesne. 7. M r. J. W. Daniels. 8. M r. Z. T. Kershaw. 9. M r. E. R. Plowden, Jr. FRIDAY, N OVEMBER 26, 1886. Committee o n Internal Improvements. 1. M r. J. R. P. Fox. 9. Mr. Henry L. Buck. 3. M r. Edwin Harper. 4. M r. E P. Earle. 5. M r. James M. Cobb. 6. M r. R. T. Causey. 7. M r. Fenlinand Shaffer. 8. M r. E. P. Chalmers. 9. M r. B. L. Abney. Committee o n State House and Grounds. 1. M r. I. G. McKissick. 2. M r. J. Frost Walker, 3. M r. Charles Bovle. 4. M r. J. W. Hill] 5. M r. S. P. Hamiltoii. 6. M r. P. P. Toale. 7. M r. O. H. Ott. 8. M r. Z. T. Kershaw. 9. M r. D. B. Peurifoy. Committee o n Public Buildings. 1. M r. George R. Dean. 2. M r. \V. E. Barmore. 3. M r. R. C Barkley. 4. M r. F. M. Davenport 5. M r. J. S. Graham. 6. M r. J. S. DuBuse. 7. M r. Joel Hough. .8. M r. Marshall Jones. 9. Mr. J. C, Rue. Committee o n Account*. L. M r. J. B. Chandler. 2. M r. T. S. Briee. 3. M r. J. S. Wimberly., 4. M r. W. J. Ready. •5. Mr. Joel Beard. '6. M r. W. H. Stewart. 7. M r. T. A. Hudgens. 8. M r. Altamont Mosea. 9. M r. B. J. Johnson. FRIDAY, N OVEMBER 26, 1886. Committee o n Mines and Mining. 1. M r. W. B. Wilson, Jr. 2. M r. J. C. Seegers. 3. M r. Joel Beard. 4. M r. J. P. Lesesne. 5. M r. R. S. Pringle. 6. M r. J. L. M. Irby. 7. M r. J. O. Byrd. 8. M r. W. D. Evans. 9. M r. Thos. E. Miller. Committee o n Military. 1. M r. C. A. McHugh. 2. M r. John P. Thomas, of Richland 3. M r. D. H. Sally. 4. M r. H. G. Shaw. 5.r M Simeon Hyde. 6. M r. J. A. Easley. 7. M r. J. S. DuBose. 8. M r. H. B. Lee. 9. M r. F. Shaffer. Committee o n Penitentiary. 1. M r. L. B. O'Bryan. 2. M r. J. P. Blackwell. 3. M r. J. S. Wimberly. 4. M r. A. A. Sairatt. 5. M r. J. C. Seegers. 6. M r. Edwin Harper. 7. M r. R. S. Pringle. 8. M r. E. P. Earle. 9. M r. H. G. Shaw. Committee o n Commerce and Manufactures. 1. M r. R. E. Mason. 2. M r. Henry L. Buck. 3. M r. J. H. Hnkes. 4. M r. T. W. Stanland. 5. M r. W. D. Mars. 6. M r. P. P. Toale. 7. M r. W. S. King. 8. M r. W. A. McClintock. 9. M r. E L. Archer. FRIDAY, N OVEMBER 2G, 1886. Committee o n Offices and Officers. 1. M r. 8. Hickman. 2. M r. S. P. Rutland. 3. M r. R. T. Causey. 4. M r. J. B. Guess. 5. M r. D. F. Miles. 6. M r. D. B. Peurifoy. 7. M r. A. M. Rankin. 8. M r. Wm. G. Austell. 9. M r. Julian J. Washington.

Committee o n Lunatic Asylum.

1. M r. J. P. Ficken. 2. M r. W. T. Brnoker. 3. M r. T. A. Hudgens. 4. M r. Geo. R. Dean. 5. M r. J. P. Thomas, of Union. 6. M r. J. B. Black. 7. M r. D. F. Miles. 8. M r. J. M. Young. 9. M r. Joel Hough.

Medical C ommittee.

1. M r. W. T. Brooker. 2. M r. Sampson Pope. 3. M r. G. W. Morrall. 4. M r. O. H. Ott. 5. M r. J. P. Thomas, of Union. 6. M r. H. B. Lee. 7. M r. J. B. Black.

COMMITTEF. O N PUBLIC PRINTING.

1. M r. Charles T. Connors. 2. M r. John Lawton, 3. M r. C. F. Boozer. 4. M r. A. F. O'Brien. 5. M r. O. C. Jordan. 6. M r. E. L. Archer. 7. M r. J. S. Graham. 66 F RIDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 1886. Committee o n Engrossed Bills. 1. M r. L. P. Miller. 2. M r. B. J. Johnson. 3. M r. James M. Cobb. 4. M r. J. L M. Irby. 5. M r. H. F. Wilson. 6. M r. J. N. Drake. 7. M r. W. E. Barmore. Committee o n Eegislative Library. 1. M r. W. D. Evans. 2. M r. W. O. Cain. 3. M r. L. S.. Bigham. 4. M r. O. A. Wylie. 5. M r. Jos. L. Keitt. 6. M r. A. Mims. 7. M r. T. S. Browning. Committee o n Enrolled Acts. 1. M r. C. A. Douglass. 2. M r. J. P. Lesesne. 3. M r. E. P. Chalmers. 4. M r. J. D. Cappelmann. 5. M r. R. J. Robinson. 6. M r. Ernest Gary. 7. M r. J. W. Daniels. Committee o n Rules. 1. M r. M. F. Ansel. 2. M r. W. H. Parker. 3. M r. J. E. Burke. 4. M r. S. J. Simpson. 5. M r. T. M. Raysor. Mr. P OPE asked to be excused from serving on the Ways and Means Committee. Mr. H ASKELL moved that he be not excused. Mr. B RAWLEY seconded the motion ; whereupon the vote was taken and it was decided in the affirmative. So t he House refused to excuse the member. FRIDAY, N OVEMBER 26, 1886. or PAPERS F ROM THE SENATE. The following Messages were received from the Senate :

In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, November 24, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the Hoxise of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it accepts the invitation of your honorable body to be present in your House on Friday, 26th inst., at 1 o'clock P. M , at the counting and publishing the votes for Governor aud Lieutenant Governor. Very r espectfully, &c, JAS.. F IZLAR, President pro tan. of the Senate.

In t he Senate. Columbia, S. C, November 24, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it concurs in the House amendment relative to the introduction of measures in General Assembly. Very r espectfully, &c, .JAS. F IZLAR, Piesideut^iro tem, of the Senate.

LEAVEF O ABSENCE. Mr. H ICKMAN asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague, Mr. Henry L. Buck, for Saturday next. Mr. P OPE asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague, Mr. Keitt, until to-morrow morning. Mr. N ORTON asked and obtained leave of absence for Mr. Miles, of Marion, until Monday, on account of sickness. On m otion of Mr. KING, leave of absence was granted to Mr. DuBose for Saturday next.

ADDITIONAL M EMBER. The f ollowing additional member appeared at the bar of the House, produced his credentials, was sworn, and took his seat : FROM C HARLESTON, Mr.. G M. Mears. 68 F RIDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 188G. The S PEAKER called, in alphabetical order of Counties, for Peti tions, Memorials, Presentments of Grand Juries, Returns of Commis sioners, and such like papers, and for Resolutions, Bills or motions. On m otion of Mr. ANSEL, the call by Counties was dispensed with for this day. Mr. T INDALL presented Memorial o f Farmers' Association of South Carolina, relating, 1. F or au Agricultural College. 2. F or reorganization of the Department of Agriculture. 3. F or protection against frauds in fertilizers. o4. T increase phosphate royalty. 5. B etter security against false weighing of cotton. 6. P rotection against forest fires. 7. E qualization of taxes. 8. P rotection for estates of deceased persons. 9. A C onstitutional Convention. Mr. CAUSEY submitted fPetition o sundry citizens of Coosawhatchie Township, Hampton County, praying for relief from the operations of the Stock Law. Which was ref(rred to the Committee on Agriculture. Mr. BRAWLEY submitted fPetition o Francis W. Dawson, Rudolph Seigling and others praying for an Act of incorporation for the News and Courier Job Printing Company. Which w as referred to the Committee on Incorporations. Mr. McDANIEL submitted Reportf o Grand Jury in regard to record of County Commis sioners. Which w as referred to the Committee on Offices and Officers. Mr. McDANIEL submitted Reportf o Grand Jury in regard to change in criminal law of the State. Which w as referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Also, submitted Reportf o Grand Jury in regard to printing Treasurers' and other County officers' reports. Which w as referred to-the Committee on Printing. The S PEAKER laid before the House a communication relating to statement of disbursements of money appropriated for the purchase of books for the Supreme Court Library, fiscal year 1885-86. Which w as referred to the Committee on Ways and Means. FRIDAY, N OVEMBER 26, 1886. G9 .Mr. L P. MILLER presented Petition, w ith a draft of Joint Resolution carrying out the purposes prayed for, authorizing the State Treasurer to issue to Mary E. Fleming a bond of the State and certificate of State stock, in lieu of others lost or destroyed. Which w as referred to the Committee on Ways and Means. Mr. BOYLE presented Petition, w ith draft of a Bill carrying out the purposes prayed for, to charter the Summerville and St, John's Railroad Company. Which was referred to the Committee on Railroads. Mr. CAPPELMANN presented fPetition o Andrew Simonds and others, with draft of a Bill carrying out the purposes prayed for, to incorporate the American Savings Bank. Which was referred to the Committee ou Incorporations. Mr. SIMPSON presented Petition, w ith draft of a Bill carrying out the purposes prayed for, to incorporate the Fidelity Loan and Trust Company, of Spartanburg County. Which w as referred to the Committee on Incorporations. Mr. O'BRYAN presented Petition, w ith draft of a Bill carrying out the purposes prayed for, to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Blackville and Alston Railroad Company," approved December 24, A. D. 1885. Which w as referred to the Committee on Railroads.

BILLS I NTRODUCED. Mr.. W B. WILSON, Jr., pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to amend Sections 1339 and 1312 of the General Statutes, relating to hawkers and peddlers. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Com merce and Manufactures. Also, A B ill to regulate the traffic in seed cotton. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Agri culture. Also, A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to amend the Militia Laws of the State," approved December 24, 1883. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Military. 70 F RIDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 1886. Also, A B ill to limit the number of Trial Justices in York County, fixing of territorial jurisdiction, and provide for their compensation. Which w as read the first time aud referred to a Special Committee composed of the York Delegation. Mr. W ALKER, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to churter the Town of Yorkville, in the State of South Caro tin a. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Incorporations. Mr. M cKISSICK, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to amend Section 481 of the General Statutes of the State of South Carolina, in reference to the salary of the Lieutenant Governor. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Ways and Means. Also, A B ill to regulate the rate of interest upon any contract arising in the State for the hiring, lending or use of money or other commodity. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. R AYSOR, pursuant to notice aud by consent of the House, introduced • A B ill to repeal an Act entitled " An Act to amend Section 2398 of the General Statutes, relative to the enforcement of agricultural lieus," approved 26th December, 1885. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Agri culture. Mr. D ANTZLER, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to authorize the County Commissioners of Orangeburg County to apply certain unexpended balances to general County purposes. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Ways and Means. Mr. H YDE, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to authorize the Foremen of the Grand Juries to administer oaths to witnesses to be examined before the Grand Juries. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Judiciary Com mittee.

« FRIDAY, N OVEMBER 26, 1886. 71 Also, A B ill to change the law relating to Trial Justices. Which was read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. S EEGERS, pursuant to notice and hy consent of the House, introduced A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to provide for the more speedy development of ihe Columbia Canal." Which w as read the fiist time and referred to the Committee on Inter nal Improvements. Mr. P ARKER, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to amend Section 1776 of the General Statutes, relating to the recording of deed and instruments in writing. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Also, A B ill to amend Section 310 of the Code of Procedure, as ratified December 24th, 1886, relating to judgments. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the ' Judiciary. Mr. M ASON, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to authorize the drawing of funds in the hands of the Trea surer of the County of Oconee. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Ways and Means. Mr. R UTLAND, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, in troduced A B ill to enlarge the boundaries of School District No. 17, Fair field County, and make two school districts thereof. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Edu cation. Mr. M ILES, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to provide for the establishment of a new school district in Marion County, and to authorize the levy and collection of a local tax therein. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Edu cation. Mr. B OYLE, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced 72 F RIDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 1886. A. B ill to authorize the County Treasurer of Berkeley County to pay the County bonds becoming due and payable. Which w as read the first time and referred to a Special Committee composed of the Berkeley Delegation. Mr. P OPE, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to amend Section 1 of an Act entitled "An Act to fix the times for the holding of the Courts in the Seventh Circuit," so far as the same relates to the Counties of Newberry aud Spartanburg. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Judiciary Com mittee. Mr. B RAWLEY, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill relating to the reassessment of real property and the collection of taxes in certain portions of the Counties of Charleston, Berkeley and Colleton. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Ways and Means. The S PEAKER called for Reports of Standing Committees. The SPEAKER called for Reports of Special Committees.

SPECIAL O RDER Fob 12:45 O'Clock P. M. His Excellency the Governor's Message No. 1. Mr. A LDRICH introduced the following Resolution, which was con sidered immediately, and agreed to: Resolved, T hat so much of the Message of his Excellency the Governor as relates to the public debt, assessment of property, collection of taxes and the Revenue Bond Scrip, be referred to the Committee on Ways and Means. So m uch as relates to the Courts, Constitution, Census, pardons and commutations, to the Committee on the Judiciary. So m uch as relates to the public schools, the Institution for the Elu- cation of the Deaf and Djrab aud the Blind, Clafliu College, the Military Academy, the South Carolina Cillege and the Agricultural College, to the Committee on Education. So m uch as relates to the Department of Agriculture, and the State Agricultural and Mechanical Society, to the Committee on Agriculture. So m uch as relates to the militia aud to Ganeral N. G. Evans, to the Committee on Military. FRIDAY, N OVEMBER .26, 1886. 73 So m uch as relates to the Railroad Commission, to the Committee on Railroads. So m uch as relates to the State Board of Health, to the Medical Committee. So m uch as relates to the State House, to the Committee on the State House and Grounds. So m uch as relates to the Lunatic Asylum, to the Committee on the Lunatic Asylum. So m uch as relates to the Penitentiary, to the Commiteee on the Peni tentiary. So m uch as relates to the Columbia Canal, to the Committee on Inter nal Improvements. So m uch as relates to Charleston, to the Committee on Federal Relations. So m uch thereof as relates to an Agricultural College was referred to the Committee on Education. So m uch as relates to reorganization of Department of Agriculture, and the State Association to choose said Board ; better protection against frauds in fertilizers ; better protection against false weighing of cotton ; and protection against forest fires, was referred to the Committee on Agriculture. So m uch as relates to the equalization of taxes was referred to the Committee on Ways and Means. So m uch as relates to protection for estates of dead persons, and a Constitutional Convention, was referred to the Judiciary Committee. So m uch as refers to increase of phosphate royalty was referred to the Committee. on Ways and Means.

SPECIAL O RDER For 1 O'Clock P. M. Joint A ssembly. At 1 o 'clock P. M, the Senate attended in the House of Representa tives The S PEAKER announced that the two Houses had met in Joint Assembly for the purpose of opening and publishing the returns of votes given for the several Counties of the State for Governor and Lieutenant Governor, according to the provisions of the Constitution. The P RESIDENT of the Senate appointed Messrs. Buist and Murray Tellersn o the part of the Senate. The SPEAKER appointed Messrs. Lesesne, C leveland and Gray Tellers on the part of the House. The S PEAKER proceeded to open and publish the several returns J6— H n F RIDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 1886. of v otes given for Governor and Lieutenant Governor, from which it appeared that John P. Richardson had received the highest number of votes given for Governor, and that W. L Mauldin had received the highest number of votes given for Lieutenant Governor, and that Mr. John P. Richardson is duly elected Governor of the State of South Carolina, and that Mr. W. L. Mauldin is duly elected Lieutenant Governor of the State of South Carolina. The S PEAKER announced that the Joint Assembly was dissolved, and the Senate retired. Mr. A NSEL introduced the following Resolution, which was consid ered immediately, agreed to, and ordered to be sent to the Senate for foi concurrence :

Resolved b y the House of Representatives, the Senate concurring, That a Committee of two Senators and three members of this House be appointed, who shall wait upon the Hon. John P. Richardson, the Gov ernor elect, and inform him of his election, and that they ascertain when it will please him to take the oath of office. 2. R esolved, That the same Committee wait upon the Hon. William L. Mauldin and inform him of his election to the office of Lieutenant Governor, and that they inform him of the time fixed by the Governor elect when it will please him to qualify, and that they invite the Lieu tenant Governor that he be present at the same time for the same purpose. 3 R esolved, That the said Committee do make the proper arrange ments for the occasion of the taking of the oath of office by the Governor and Lieutenant Governor.

On m otion of Mr. HUTSON,

Ordered, T hat when this House adjourns, it be adjourned to meet to-morrow at 12 o'clock M.

NOTICESF O BILLS. Mr. A LDRICH gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend Sections 2234, 2235 aud 2248 of the Geueral Stat utes of South Carolina, relating to the constitution, pay ami duties of Jury Commissioners. Mr. A NCRUM gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to prohibit the obstruction of navigation by bridges over and across rivers in this State. FRIDAY, N OVEMBER 2G, 1886. 75 Also, A B ill to pension S. M. Boykin and Wm. Adams, veterans of the Mexican and Confederate wars. Mr. A NSEL gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to confer certain rights on the Pacific Guano Company in cer tain navigable streams running through lands of the said company. . Also, A B ill (with Petition) to amend the law in reference to the salary of the Trial Justice at Greer's, in the County of Greenville. Also, A B ill (with Petition) to incorporate the Atlantic Self-Endowment and Benevolent Association of America. Also, A B ill to change the name of Texie Kelly to Texie Stroud, and to allow her to inherit from Newton J. Stroud. (With Petition.) Mr. B OOZER gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to recharter Holley's Ferry, across Big Saluda River, in Edge field County. Mr. B OYLE gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to amend the charter of the Town of Summerville." Mr. B ROOKER gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to prohibit the sale of spirituous liquors in the Town of Lees- ville, in the County of Lexington. Mr. B YRD gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to provide for the establish ment of a new school district in the County of Darlington, to be known as the School District of the Town of Timmonsville, and to authorize the levy and collection of a local school tax therein," approved Decem ber 24th, 1883. Mr. C APPELMANN gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill entitled "A Bill to amend Sections 2350 and 2351, Chapter XCV, General Statutes, relating to chattel mortgages and liens and liens on buildings and lands." Mr. D UKES gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce FRIDAY, N OVEMBER 26, 1886. A B ill to amend Section 2437 of the General Statutes, relating to Sheriffs' fees for dieting prisoners. Mr. D ANTZLER gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to provide for the transportation of convicts to the Peniten tiary. Mr. G ARY gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to require the Clerk of the Supreme Court to forward to the Clerk of the Circuit Court in which it was tried a certified copy of the opinion of the Supreme Court in each case with the remittitur. Mr. H AMILTON gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill entitled "A Bill to amend an Act entitled 'An Act to charter the Chester and Camden Railroad Company,'" approved February, 1882. Mr. H OUGH gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to regulate the use of books in public schools. Mr. H UDGENS gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to limit the rate of interest to seven per cent. Also, A B ill to repeal the Lien Law. Mr. H UTSON gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend Sections 2236 and 2237 of the General Statutes, in reference to the drawing of jurors. Mr. H YDE gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to amend Section 1830 of the General Statutes, in relatiou to partition," approved December 26, 1885. Mr. J ORDAN gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A J oint Resolution amending the Constitution of this State, in relation to the office of School Commissioner. Mr. K ERSHAW gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to charter the Florence and Hymansville Railroad Company. Mr. O 'BRIEN gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to reduce the number of Trial Justices in Colleton County. FRIDAY, N OVEMBER 26, 1886. 77 Mr. K ING gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to change the name of Beulah Jane Galloway to that of Beulah Jane Dowling a&d enable her to inherit from S. S. Dowling. Mr. P RINGLE gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend Section 808 of the General Statutes of this State, relating to Trial Justices. Mr. R AYSOR gave notice that to morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to define and prescribe the manner of appointing Commis sioners and of issuing the writ for the admeasurement of dower in the Circuit Courts. Mr. S HAFFER gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend Section 1476 of the General Statutes, as to running trains on Sunday. Mr. J OHN P. THOMAS (of Union) gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent clay he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to reduce the salaries of State officers. That is to say : salaries of the Secretary of State and his Clerk ; salaries of Comptroller General, his Chief Clerk aud Bookkeeper; salaries of State Treasurer, his Chief Clerk and Bookkeepers; salaries of Attorney General aud his Assistant; salaries of Circuit Solicitors; salaries of State Superintendent of Educa tion and his Clerk; and salaries of Adjutant and Inspector General and his Clerk. Mr. W ASHINGTON gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to exempt certain portions of Beaufort County from the opera tions of the General Stock Law, contained in Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes. Also, A B ill to exempt Beaufort County from the operation of the General Prohibition Law, contained in Chapter LV, General Statutes. Mr. W HARTON gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would a3k leave to introduce A B ill to amend Section 2084 of the General Statutes, in regard to violation of contracts. Mr. T INDALL gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to reorganize the Department of Agriculture. On m otion of Mr. PARKER, the House was adjourned at 2:45 P. M., to meet to-morrow at 12 o'clock M. 78 S ATURDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 1886.

SATURDAY, N OVEMBER 27, 1886.

At t he hour to which the House was adjourned the Clerk called the roll, when the SPEAKER took the chair, and, a quorum being present, the deliberations were opened with prayer to Almighty God by the Rev_ W. B. Richardson. The J ournal of yesterday's proceedings was read and confirmed. The S PEAKER laid before the House the following communication, which, together with the list, was referred to the Committee on Ways and Means : Executive D epartment, Office of Comptroller General, Columbia, S. C, November 27, 1886. Hon. James Simons, Speaker of the Howe of Representatives. Dear S ir: The General Assembly having, at its last session, passed an Act instructing the Comptroller General " to investigate and report to the General Assembly the names and condition of all citizeus of this State who are unable to earn a livelihood by reason of wounds or other disabilities received while in the service of the State during the late war between the States," I have the honor to submit herewith a list of all those who claim to come under the provisions of said Act. Very respectfully, .W. E STONEY, Comptroller General. Also, l aid before the House vouchers for claims filed with the Comp troller General; which was referred to the Committee on Claims.

PAPERS F ROM THE SENATE. The Senate sent to this House the following Resolution :

Resolvedy b the Senate of the State of South Carolina, the House of Representatives concurring, That a Committee of two Senators and three members of the House of Representatives be appointed, who shall wait upon the Hon. John Peter Richardson, the Goverror elect, and inform him of his election, and that they ascertain when it will please him to take the oath of office. SATURDAY, N OVEMBER Ti, 1886. 79 2. R esolved, That the same Committee wait upon the Hon. William L. Mauldin and inform him of his election to the office of Lieutenant Gov ernor, and that they inform him of the time fixed by the Governor elect when it will please him to qualify, and that they invite the Lieutenant Governor to be present at the same time for the same purpose. 3. R esolved, That the same Committee do make arrangements for the occasion of the taking of the oath of office by the Governor and Lieu tenant Governor.

Which w as concurred and ordered to be returned to the Senate. Whereupon the SPEAKER appointed the following Committee on the part of the House: Messrs. Ansel, Morrall and H. F. Wilson.

LEAVEF O ABSENCE. On m otion of Mr. BRICE, leave of absence was granted to his colleague, Mr. Douglass, from 12:15 M. to-day until Monday next. Also, Leavef o absence was granted to his colleague, Mr. Rutland, from 12:15 M. to-day until Monday next. On m otion of Mr. MIMS, leave of absence was granted to his colleague, Mr. Brooker, till Monday next. On m otion of Mr. GARY, leave of absence was granted to his colleague, Mr. Boozer. The S PEAKER called, in alphabetical order of Counties, for Peti tions, Memorials, Presentments of Grand Juries, Returns of Commis sioners, and such like papers, and for Resolutions, Bills or motions. On m otion of Mr. A. F. O'BRIEN, the call by Counties was dispensed with for this day. .Mr. S P. HAMILTON presented ' Petition of Julins Mills »nd others, corporators of the Chester and Camden Railroad Company (with draft of Bill) to amend the charter of said railroad. 4 Which w as referred to the Committee on Railroads. Mr. N ORTON presented fClaim o J. R. White. Which w as referred to the Co7nmittee on Claims. Mr. W. B. WILSON, Jr., presented Petition t o alter and amend the charter of the Young Men's Loan and Trust Company, of Rock Hill, S. C, and to change the name thereof to the Citizens' Savings Bank of Rock Hill, S. C. Which w as referred to the Committee on Incorporations. 80 S ATURDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 1886. Mr. C AIN presented Petition r elating to Trial Justices. Which w as referred ti> a Special Committee composed of the Sumter County Delegation. Mr. B URKE presented Petition o f Anson M. Bangs and others with draft of Bill granting the privilege of using certain sites near Sullivan's Island for facilitating their operations in constructing the jetties in Charleston harbor. Which w as referred to the Committee on Commerce aud Manufactures. Mr. A NSEL presented Petitionf o the Pacific Guano Company (with draft of Bill) to confer certain rights on the' Pacific Guano Company in certain navigable streams running through lauds of the said company. Which w as referred to the Committee on Ways and Means. Also, Petitionf o Newton J. Stroud, of Greenville County (with draft of Bill) to change the name of Texia Kelly to Texia Stroud, and to enable her to inherit from Newton J. Stroud. Which w as referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. L ESESNE presented Petitionf o H. O. Cooper and others (with draft of Bill) to incorporate the Supreme Council of the Sons of the Elect. Which w as referred to the Committee on Incorporations. Mr. KING presented Petition ( with draft of Bill) to change the name of Beulah Jane Gallo way to that of Beulah Jane Dowling and enable her to inherit from S. S. Dowling. Which w as referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

BILLS I NTRODUCED.

Mr. H ASKELL, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced • A J oint Resolution to provide for calling a Constitutional Conven tion to revise, amend and change the Constitution of the State of South Carolina as ratified by the people on the 16th day of April, 1868 Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Also, A B ill to create a fund to be designated "The Treasury Reserve Fund," and to provide for the control of the same. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Ways and Means. SATURDAY, N OVEMBER 27, 1886. 81 Mr. B OOZER, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to recharter Holley's Ferry, across Big Saluda River, in Edgefield County. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Comuiittee on Roads, Bridges and Ferries. Also, • A B ill to amend Section 1731 of the General Statutes, relating to sale of spirituous or intoxicating liquors. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. P OPE, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A Bill to amend Section 2428 of Chapter XCVIII, Title VI, of the General S tatutes, in relation to plaintiff's and defendant's attorney's ncosts i Equity causes. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. J ORDAN, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A J oint Resolution proposing an amendment to Article X of the Con stitution of the State of South Carolina, ratified on the 16th day of April, 1868, by striking out Section 2 thereof. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. S HAFFER, pursuant to notice and by consent of the Hou^e, introduced A B ill to amend Section 1476 of the General Statutes, as to running trains on Sunday. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Rail roads. Mr. B AXTER, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, in troduced A B ill to amend Section 1669 of the General Statutes, relating to fish. Which was read the first time and referred to the Committee on Agri culture. Mr. R AYSOR, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to define and prescribe the manner of appointing Commission ers, and the issuing of the writ for the admeasurement of dower in the Circuit Courts. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. 7—J H 82 S ATURDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 1886. Mr. A LDRICH, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House introduced A B ill to amend Sections 2234, 2235 and 2248 of the General Statutes of South Carolina, relating to the constitution, pay and duties of Jury Commissioners. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Judiciary Com mittee. , Mr. B YRD, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to provide for the estab lishment of a new school district in the County of Darlington, to be known as the School District of the Town of Timmonsville, and to authorize the levy and collection of a local school tax therein," ap proved December 24, 1883. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Edu cation. Mr. M AHER, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to repeal an Act entitled "An Act to prohibit the sale of spirituous and malt liquors within the County of Barnwell," approved _ December 21, 1886. Which w as read the first time and referred to a Special Committee, composed of the Barnwell Delegation. FREPORTS O STANDING COMMITTEES. The S PEAKER called for Reports of Standing Committees. Mr. P ARKER, from the Judiciary Committee, to whom was referred the Petition of George M. Hogg and Sarah Hogg of Barnwell County, praying legitimation of their children, made a favorable Report, and reported A B ill to legitimate and make capable of inheriting and transmitting estates Elgin Middleton, Amelia L. Barber, George P. Hogg and James J. Hogg, children of George M. Hogg and Sarah Hogg. Which w as read the first time and ordered for consideration on Mon day next. Mr. R ANKIN, from the Committee on Incorporations, to whom was referred the Petition of Charles F. Hard, William Fatman, W. K. Stead- man, Laurens N. Chisolm, Henry Schacte, praying amendment to the Charleston Base Ball Club's charter, made a favorable Report, and re ported A B ill to amend the charter of the Charleston Base Ball Club. Which was read the first time and ordered for consideration on Mon day next. SATURDAY, N OVEMBER 27, 1886. 83 Mr. A LDRICH, from the Committee on Incorporations, to whom was referred the Petition of the Carolina Savings Bank of Charleston, pray ing amendment of its charter, made a favorable Report, and reported A B ill to amend the charter of "The Carolina Savings Bank of Charleston." Which w as read the first time and ordered for consideration on Monday next. Mr. J ORDAN, from the Committee on Incorporations, to whom was referred the Petition of the Etiwan Phosphate Company praying amend ment of their charter, made a favorable Report, and reported A B ill to amend the charter of the Etiwan Phosphate Corupaoy. Which w as read the first time and ordered for consideration on Mon day next. Mr. D ANTZLER, from the Committee on Incorporations, to whom was referred the Petition of the Mount Pleasant and Seaview Railroad Company, praying amendment of its charter, made a favorable Report, and reported A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Mount Pleasant and Seaview Railway Company," approved December 24th, A. D. 1885. Which w as read the first time and ordered for consideration on Mon day next. Mr. A LDRICH, from the Committee on Incorporations, to whom was referred the Petition of Andrew J. Kroeg and others praying for charter of the Commercial Savings Bank, made a favorable Report, and reported A B ill to incorporate the Commercial Savings Bauk. Which was read the first time and ordered for consideration on Mon day next. Mr. F ICKEN, from the Committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred a Joint Resolution to authorize the drawing of funds in the hands of the Treasurer of the County of Oconee, made a favorable Report, which was ordered for cousideratiou on Monday next. Mr. F ICKEN, from the Committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred a Bill to amend Section 481 of the General Statutes of the State of South Carolina, in reference to the salary of the Lieutenant Governor, made a favorable Report, which was ordered for consideration on Monday next. Mr. P ARKER, from the Committee on the Judiciary, to whom was referred a Bill to amend Section 2629 of the General Statutes, relating to the drawing and term of service of Grand Jurors, made an unfavora ble Report, which was ordered for consideration on Monday next. 84 S ATURDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 1886. Mr. F ICKEN, from the Committee on Ways aud Means, to whom was referred a Bill to authorize the County Commissioners of Orange burg County to apply certain unexpended balances to general County purposes, made a favorable Report, which was ordered for consideration on Monday next. Mr. P ARKER, from the Committee on the Judiciary, to whom was referred a Bill to authorize the Foreman of Grand Juries to administer oaths to witnesses to be examined before the Grand Juries, made a favorable Report, which was ordered for consideration on Monday next. Mr. A LDRICH, from the Committee on Incorporations, to whom was referred the Petition of Stono Phosphate Company (with draft of Bill) for extension of charter, made a Report, and asked to be dis. charged from further consideration of the same, and that the draft of Bill be laid on the table. Mr. H YDE asked and obtained leave to withdraw from the files of the House the draft of Bill. On m 'otion of Mr. ALDRICH, the Committee on Incorporations was discharged from the further consideration of the Petition of F. L. Frost and others praying the incorporation of the Ashley Phosphate Company, and the same was referred to the Committee on Mines and Mining. On m otion of Mr. ALDRICH, the Committee on Incorporations was discharged from the further consideration of the Petition of the Stock holders of the Berkeley County Railway and Lumber Company, and thesame was referred to the Committee on Railroads. The S PEAKER called for Reports of Special Committees. Mr. S HAFFER, from the Special Committee composed of the Berke ley Delegation, to whom was referred a Bill to authorize the County Treasurer of Berkeley County to pay the County bonds becoming due and payable January, 1887, made a favorable Report, which was ordered for consideration on Monday next. .Mr. W B. WILSON, Jr., from the Special Committee composed of the York Delegation, to whom was referred a Bill to limit the number of Trial Justices in York County, fix their terrritoi ial jurisdiction and provide for their compensation, made a favorable Report, which was ordered for consideration on Monday next. NOTICESF O BILLS. Mr. A NCRUM gave notice that on Monday next or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to create two new voting precincts in Kershaw County and change that of Boykin's Steam Mill to Stockton Place Precinct. Mr. A NSEL gave notice that on Monday next or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce SATURDAY, N OVEMBER 27, 1886. 85 A B ill to allow the County Commissioners of Greenville County to borrow money. Mr. B OOZER gave notice that on Monday next or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to provide for the taxation of dogs in this State, and to direct the application of said tax. Mr. C HANDLER gave notice that on Monday next or some subse quent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill in relation to the bond of the Probate Judge of Williamsburg County. Mr. C LEVELAND gave notice that on Monday next or some subse quent day he would ask leave to introduce A J oint Resolution authorizing the County Commissioners of Green ville County to borrow a sufficient sum to pay off the jurors and wit nesses as soon as they receive their tickets. Mr. D AVENPORT gave notice that on Monday next or some sub sequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to abolish the Lien Law. Also, A C onstitutional Amendment abolishing the homestead exemption. Also, A B ill to reduce salary of School Commissioners to one hundred dollars. Also, A B ill to abolish Auditor and require the Treasurer to perform the duties. Also, A B ill to repeal the office of Register of Mesne Conveyance for Greenville, and devolve the duties thereof on the Clerk. Mr. D EAN gave notice that ou Monday next or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to grant to Mrs. Walker, widow of Mr. Walker, the founder of Cedar Springs Institute for the Deaf, Dumb and Blind, a home in said institution during the remainder of her natural life. Mr. G ARY gave notice that on Monday next or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to make municipal corporations liable for torts. Mr. H AMILTON gave notice that on Monday next or some subse quent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to change the name and amend the charter of the Chester, Greenwood and Abbeville Railroad Company. so S ATURDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 1886. Mr. H ARPER gave notice that on Monday next or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to regulate the costs of dieting prisoners in County Jails. Also, A B ill to regulate and fix the salaries and compensation of County School Commissioners. Mr. H ICKMAN gave notice that on Monday next or some subse quent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to reduce the number of Trial Justices in Horry County, fix their territorial jurisdiction and provide for their compensation. Mr. H UDGENS gave notice that on Monday next or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to prohibit the mortgaging of crops in South Carolina. Mr.. L P. MILLER gave notice that on Monday next or some subse quent day he would beg leave to introduce A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to divide the State of South Carolina into seven Congressional Districts," approved July 5, 1882. Mr. M IMS gave notice thai, on Monday next or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill for the appointment of a trial Justice at Batesburg, in Lexing- tou County, whose jurisdiction shall exteud into Aiken and Edgefield Counties. Also, A B ill to amend the Stock Law in so far as it refers to certain town- ships of Lexington County. Mr. M OSES gave notice that on Monday next or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to limit the number of Trial Justices in Sumter County, fix their territorial jurisdiction and provide for their compensation. Also, A B ill to restrict the duties of County Commissioners of Sumter County as to paupers. Also, A B ill abolishing the office of Supervisor of Registration and devolv ing the duties on County Auditors. Also, A B ill to amend Chapter XCVIII, Section 2437, of the General Statutes, as to fees of Sheriffs. Mr. P EURIFOY gave notice that on Monday next or some subse quent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend Section 152 of the General Statutes, in regard to the rates of publishing election notices. SATURDAY, N OVEMBER 27, 1886. 87 Mr. R ANKIN gave notice that on Monday next or, some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend Section 163 of the General Statutes, relating to pre cincts in Chesterfield County. Also, A B ill to regulate the number and territorial jurisdiction of Trial Justices in Chesterfield County, and to provide salaries for the same. Mr. S ARRATT gave notice that on Monday next or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to have a reassessment of the realty of the State made. Also, A B ill to prohibit corporations from charging more for weighing cot ton than is actually necessary to pay the weigher. Also, A B ill to allow all Confederate soldiers who have lost a limb or are otherwise unable to earn a living in consequence of wounds received in the service of their country, and who have resided within the State for ten years and have received no pay from any other State, to have and receive the same assistance as South Carolina soldiers are allowed. i M r. SHAW gave notice that on Monday next or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to regulate the trade in seed cotton in Sumter County. Mr. S IMPSON gave notice that on Monday next or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend the charter oft he Town of Woodruff, in Spartanburg County. Also, A B ill to amend Section 1391 of the General Statutes, relating to the granting of certain charters. Also, A B ill to amend an Act entitled " An Act to incorporate the Glenn Springs Railroad Company." Mr.. H FRANK WILSON gave notice that on Monday next or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend Section 2061 of the General Statutes, relating to the custodians of minors. On m otion of Mr. HASKELL, it was ordered that when this House adjourns, it be adjourned to meet at 12 o'clock M. on Monday next. On m otion of Mr. JORDAN, the House was adjourned at 1 P. M. o'clock, to meet again on Monday next at 12 o'clock, meridian. 88 M ONDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 1886.

MONDAY, N OVEMBER 29, 1886.

At t he hour to which the House was adjourned the Clerk called the roll, when the SPEAKER took the chair, and, a quorum being present, the Journal of Saturday's proceedings was read and confirmed. The S PEAKER submitted the following communication: Officef o Pharmaceutical Association of South Carolina, Charleston, S. C, November 27th, 1886. To the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Columbia, S. C. Dear S ir: In accordance with my usual custom, I beg to state that the Pharmaceutical Association of South Carolina have issued during the past year twenty-two licenses to physicians under our charter, who do not require to be examined, and six licenses to graduates iu phar macy, who passed a satisfactory examination before our Board of Examiners. Very r espectfully, \ PHILIP WINEMAN, Secretary P narmaceutical Association of South Carolina. PAPERS F ROM THE SENATE. The S enate sent to this House the following Messages : In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, November 27th, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it refuses to concur in the House Concurrent Resolution to appoint Joint Committee to notify Governor and Lieutenant Governor of their election, and as certain when it will suit them to qualify and make arrangements for same. Very r espectfully, &c, JAS.. F IZLAR, President pro tem, of the Senate. In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, November 27th, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the Souse of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs yeur honorable body that it agrees to the amendment made by the House to the Senate Concurrent Resolution MONDAY, N OVEMBER 29, 1886. 89 to a ppoint a Committee to wait upon the Governor aud Lieutenant Gov ernor elect and make arrangements for tbeir inauguration, and that it has appointed as said Committee on the part of the Senate Messrs. Hemphill and Moise. Very r espectfully, &c, JAS.. F IZLAR, President pro tem, of the Senate.

Also, s ent to this House A B ill to amend Section 18 of the Code of Procedure, relating to the time for holding the Circuit Courts in the First Circuit. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. IMr. M MS asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague, Mr. Brooker, till Wednesday next, on account of sickness in his family. Mr. S EEGERS asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague, Mr. J. Frost Walker, for to-morrow, on account of sickness. Mr. T INDALL asked and obtained leave of absence for his col league, Mr. Plowden, for Saturday next. The S PEAKER called, in alphabetical order of Counties, for Peti tions, Memorials, Presentments of Grand Juries, Returns of Commis sioners, and such like papers, and for Resolutions, Bills or motions. On m otion of Mr. PRINGLE, the call by Counties was dispensed with for this day. Mr. R ANKIN presented Petitionx e parte Palmetto Railroad Company (with draft of Bill) for amendment of charter. Which w as referred to the Committee on Railroads. Also, ( Petition e x parte the Cheraw and Camden Short Line Railroad Com pany (with draft of Bill) for amendment of charter. Which was referred to the Committee on Railroads. Mr. HICKMAN presented Petition r elating to Trial Justices in Horry County. Which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. BARKLEY presented fPetition o the inhabitants of the Town of Rumphville (with draft of Bill) for repeal of charter. Which w as referred to the Committee on Incorporations. Mr. DANTZLER presented Petitionf o sundry persons (with draft of Bill) to incorporate the Town of Harlin City, in Orangeburg County. Which w as referred to the Committee on Incorporations. J8— H 00 M ONDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 1886. Mr. P OPE presented Claimf o A. C. Joues for services rendered as Clerk of the Board of State Canvassers. Which w as referred to the Committee on Ways and Means. Mr. S. P. HAMILTON presented Petitionf o the President and Secretary of the Chester, Greenwood and Abbeville Railroad Company (with draft of Bill) praying for an amend ment to their charter. Which w as referred to the Committee on Railroads. .F,Mr. B MILLER submitted Presentment o f the Grand Jury of Lancaster County, relating to Foreman of Grand Jury swearing State witnesses; pay of jurors; that Supervisors of Public Roads be abolished ; reduction of the number of Trial Justices and pay of same; that the June Terra of Court be abolished ; amendment of the law as to arson ; one of the County Com missioners to act as Clerk of the Board. Which w as referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. B LACK presented Petition e x parte F. M. Bamberg et al., (with draft of Bill,) relating to charter, for the Bamberg Banking Company of Bamberg, S. C. Which was referred to the Committee on Incorporations. Mr. ANSEL presented Petition ( with draft of Bill) of John W. Austin and others, for the incorporation of the Atlantic Self Endowment and Beuevolent Associa tion of America. Which w as referred to the Committee on Incorporations.

BILLS I NTRODUCED. .Mr. L P. MILLER, pursuant to notice aud by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to exempt a certain portion of Georgetown County from the operations of Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes, relating to the General Stock Law and Fencing Law. Which w as read first time and referred to the Committee on Agricul ture. Mr. B OYLE, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to amend an Act entitled " An Act to amend the charter of the Town of Summerville so as to enlarge the corporate limits." Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Incor porations. MONDAY, N OVEMBER 26, 1886. 9] Mr. N ELSON, pursuant to uotice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to provide for the more speedy and efficacious payment of the per diem and mileage of jurors in Kershaw County. Which w as read the first time and referred to a special Committee composed of the Kershaw Delegation. Mr, H ILL, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to exempt certain portions of Colleton County from the opera tions of Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes, relating to the Stock Law. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Agri culture. Mr. M cKISSICK, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to allow defendants in criminal cases to examine, by com missioners, their witnesses residing beyond the limits of the State. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Judiciary Com mittee. Mr. A NCRUM, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, in troduced A B ill to prohibit the obstruction of navigation by bridges over and across rivers in this State. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Roads, Bridges and Ferries. Mr. W HARTON, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to amend Section 2084 of the General Statutes, relating to vio lation of contracts. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Judiciary Com mittee. Mr. B RAWLEY, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, in troduced A J oint Resolution to provide for the payment of the expense in curred by the Board of Visitors of the South Carolina Military Academy in the repairs of the Citadel buildings. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Ways and Means. Mr. B OOZER, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to provide for the taxation of dogs in this State, and to direct the appropriation of said taxes. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Agri culture. 92 M ONDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 1886. Mr. D OUGLASS, pursuant to notice and by cousent of the House, introduced A B ill to authorize the Town Council of Winusboro to issue addi tional bonds for the purpose of rebuilding, repairing and improving Mount Zion College, of said town ; to provide for the interest accruing thereon, and for the payment of said bonds. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. D UKES, pursuant to notice and by consent of i,he House, intro duced A B ill to regulate the Sheriff's fees for dieting prisoners in the County Jails of this State. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. P RINGLE, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, in troduced A B ill to amend Section 808 of the General Statutes of this State, re lating to Trial Justices. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Offices and Officers. Mr. S IMPSON, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, in troduced A B ill to amend Section 139^ of the General Statutes, relating to in crease or diminution of amount of capital stock of corporations under class one. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. R ANKIN, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to amend Section 163, Chapter X, of the General Statutes, entitled, "Location and Names of Voting Pieoincts," in so far as the same relates to Chesterfield County. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Privileges and Elections. Mr. G ARY, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to authorize and require the Clerk of the Supreme Court to transmit a copy of the opinion of said Court to the Clerk of the Cir cuit Court of the County from which an appeal is taken, and require the Clerk of the Circuit Court to tax the costs of said transmission, which costs shall be entered in the judgment. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. MONDAY, N OVEMBER 29, 188G. 9a Mr.. L P. MILLER, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to recharter the Town of Georgetown. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Commitee on Incor- parations. Mr. D AVENPORT, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to abolish the office of Me9ue Conveyances in the County of Greenville and devolve his duties upon the Clerk of the Court, as in other Counties. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Also, A B ill to repeal the Lien Law. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Agriculture. FNOTICES O BILLS. Mr. A NSEL gave notice that, to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to authorize the Piedmont Manufacturing Company to sub scribe to the capital stock of the Atlantic, Greenville and Western Rail way Company. Mr. A RCHER gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to regulate the sale of spirituous and intoxicating liquors by prescription in cities, towns and villages where the local option law exists. Mr. B IGHAM gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to require persons fishing with seines in the inland creeks, rivers and other streams of this State to register their names in the Clerk's office and to give bond not to violate fish laws. Also, A B ill to amend Section 1015 of the General Statutes, relating to the apportionment of the school fund. Also, A B ill to devolve the duties of Supervisor of Registration upon the Jury Commissioner and provide a salary for the same. Mr. B YRD gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend Section 13, Chapter 2, of the General Statutes, as to compensation of members. 94 M ONDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 1886. Mr. D ANIELS gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B il to amend an Act entitled "An Act to prohibit the payment of nulla bona costs in this State on judgments against defendant" in crimi nal cases. Mr. H ARPER gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to make slander a criminal offense and punishable as such. Mr. H UTSON gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A J oint Resolution proposing an amendment to Sections 2 and 13 of Article 4 of the Constitution of the State of South Carolina, ratified on the 16th day of April, A. D. 1868. Mr. I RBY gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to change the name of Hume Leon Delehay to Hume Leon Burdine, and enable him to inherit from Martin H. Burdine in case of intestacy. Mr. K EITT gave notice that to,morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to charter the Chester and- Newberry Railroad Company. Mr. K ERSHAW gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce. A B ill to amend Section 1732 of the General Statutes, relating to the license for the sale of intoxicating liquors. Also, A B ill to form a new County of the Southwestern portion of Marion and Southern portion of Darlington Counties, to be known as Florence County, with Florence as the County seat. Mr. L ESESNE gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to amend Section 1830 of the General Statutes, in relation to partitions," approved December 26, A. D. 1885. Mr. M eKISSICK gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to punish the stealing of melons, fruits, potatoes or turnips, whether severed from the freehold or not. .Mr. L P. MILLER gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to empower and require th^ County Board of Examiners of Georgetown County to close the public schools of said County for the scholastic year 1886-1887, and to authorize the appropriation of the school funds of that year to the expenses of the scholastic year 1887-88. MONDAY, N OVEMBER 29, 1886. 95 Also, A B ill to provide for the ascertainment of the valid past school in debtedness of the County of'Georgetown , and to authorize the levy and collection of a special tax to pay the same, and to provide for the defi ciency in the school funds of the scholastic year 1885-1886. Mr.. T E. MILLER #ave notice that to morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend Sections 108. 110, 111, 115, 116, 117, of Chapter VIII of the General Statutes; the said Chapter VIII provides for the manner of conducting election and returning votes. Also, A B ill to amend Sections 98, 100, 101, 102, 103 and 104 of Chapter VII of the General Statutes; the said Chapter VII provides for and regulates the mode of registration in South Carolina. Mr. N ORTON gave notice that to morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to regulate the drawing and summoning Grand and Petit Jurors for the Courts of General Se.-sions and Common Pleas for the several Counties in this State. Also, A B ill to ascertain aud fix the liabilities of common carriers. Also, A B ill to abolish the office of Master in Marion County. Mr. P LOWDEN gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to reduce the salary of the Trial Justice at the Town of Manning, in Clarendon County. Mr. P RINGLE gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to provide for the issuing of licenses to sell spirituous liquors, ale, malt and wine in Berkeley County. Mr. R ANKIN gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend Chaper XXVII of the General Statutes, relating to- the General Stock Law, so far as it refers to certain sections of Chester, field County. Mr. R AYSOR gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to limit the number of Trial Justices in Orangeburg County, fix their territorial jurisdiction and provide for their compensation. Mr. R EADY gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to limit the number of Trial Justices of Edgefield County, fix t heir territorial jurisdiction and provide for their compensation. MONDAY, N OVEMBER 29, 1886. UEMr. R gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend Section 637 of the General Statutes, in reference to the compensation of County Commissioners. Mr. S TEWART gave notice that to-uaorrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill relating to and prescribing the manner of summoning jurors in this State. Also, A B ill to prohibit the County Commissioners of York County from granting aid to outside poor. Mr. T INDAL gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to authorize the County Commissioners to borrow a limited sum of money, in advance of the tax levy, for support of the poor, and to build and repair the bridges of Clarendon County.

FREPORTS O STANDING COMMITTEES. The S PEAKER called for Reports of Standing Committees. Mr. PARKER, from the Committee on the Judiciary, made the fol lowing Report : The C ommittee on the Judiciary report that they have selected Mr. W. C. Thompson as the Clerk of that Committee, commencing Friday, November 26th. Also, m ade a favorable Report on A B ill to amend Section 1 of an Act entitled "An Act to fix the times for the holding of the Courts in the Seventh Circuit, so far as the same relates to the Counties of Newberry aud Spartanburg." Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. REPORTSF O SPECIAL COMMITTEES. The S PEAKER called for Reports of Special Committees. Mr. M AHER, from the Special Committee composedof the Barnwell Delegation, made a favorable Report on A B ill to repeal an Act entitled "An Act to prohibit the sale of spirituous aud malt liquors within the County of Barnwell," approved December 21, 1885. Which w as ordered for consideration to morrow. Mr. B RAWLEY, from the Special Committee composed of the Charleston Delegation, made a favorable Report on A B ill relating to the compensation and duties of certain of the County officers in and for the County and city of Charleston. Which w as read the first time and ordered for consideration to-mor row. MONDAY, N OVEMBER 29, 1886. 97 Mr. A NSEL, from a Joint Committee, made the following Report: The J oint Committee of the Senate and House of Representatives appointed to wait upon Hon. John P. Richardson, Governor elect, and upon Hon. William L. Mauldin, Lieutenant Governor elect, respectfully report that they have discharged their duty, and that his Excellency the Governor elect has indicated Tuesday, 30th instant, at 1 o'clock P. M., as the time at which he will take the oath of office. That H on. William L. Mauldin has accepted the invitation to qualify as Lieutenant Governor at the same time. The C ommittee further, in discharge of their duty, respectfully recom mend the following programme for the occasion :

PROGRAMME. The H ouse of Representatives being in session in its hall atl o'clock P. M. on Tuesday, November 30th, 1886, will be joined by the Senate. A procession will be then formed of both the Senate and House of Representatives, the Senate headed by the President and Clerk, and the House of Representatives by the Speaker and Clerk, and they will then march to the Opera House. The P resident of the Senate and Clerk, and the Speaker of the House of Representatives and Clerk, will occupy seats on the stage, and mem bers of the Senate and House will occupy seats in the parquet. At t hat hour the Governor and Lieutenant Governor elect, the presen Governor of the State, Senators and members of Congress from this State who may be in Columbia, the Chief Justice and Associate Justices of the Supreme Court, the Circuit and District Judges of the United States and of this State whose Courts are now in session, or who may be in Columbia, and the State officers elect, and those now in office, will be escorted by the Committee of Arrangements from the Executive Cham ber to the Opera House. As t hey approach the door of the Opera House, the Sergeant-at Arms of the House of Representatives will annouce " His Excellency the Governor and the Lieutenant Governor elect and their escort." The J oint Assembly, at the order of the Speaker of the House of Rep- sentatives, will rise and receive them standing until thev are seated. The G overnor elect, Lieutenant Governor elect, and the Chief Justice will be seated on the stage at the desk, the other guests accompanying them on the stage, in the rear and to the side of the desk. The J oint Assembly having been called to order, the Speaker of the House of Representatives will announce the Hon. John P. Richardson, Governor elect, is present and ready to qualify. Thereupon t he Governor elect will advance to the desk, on the right J9— H 98 M ONDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 1886. of t he Speaker, and the Chief Justice will advance to the desk on the left of the Speaker. The Speaker will then ask the Joint Assembly to rise and remain standing while his Excellency the Governor of the State elect takes the oath of office. The o ath of office will then be administered by the Chief Justice to the Governor elect, and the Inaugural Address will be delivered. At t he conclusion of the address the Speaker will announce that Hon. William L. Mauldin, Lieutenant Governor elect is present and ready to qualify, whereupon he and the Chief Justice will advance to the desk as in the case of the Governor elect. The S peaker will then ask the Joint Assembly to rise and remain standing until the Lieutenant Governor takes the oath of office, and the Chief Justice will administer the oath of office to the Lieutenant Gover nor elect. When t he Lieutenant Governor has concluded such acknowledgments as he may be pleased to make, the Speaker will declare the Joint As sembly dissolved. The P resident of the Senate will announce "that the Senate will now return to their chamber," and, after they have retired from the hall, the Speaker of the House will announce that "the House of Representatives will now return to their hall," which will close the ceremonies, and the Joint Assembly be dissolved. ROBERT R . HEMPHILL, MARION MOISE, Committee o n part of Senate. M. F. ANSEL, G.. W MORRALL, H.. F WILSON, Committee o n part of House. The H ouse proceeded to the consideration of the

GENERAL ORDERS. The f ollowing Bills were severally read the second time and ordered for third readings to-morrow: A B ill to legitimate and make capable of inheriting and transmitting estates Elgin Middleton, Amelia S. Barber, George P. Hogg and Jennie J. Hogg, children of George M. and Sarah Hogg. A B ill to amend the charter of Charleston Baseball Club. A B ill to amend the charter of the Carolina Savings Bank, of Charleston. A J oint Resolution to authorize the drawing of funds in the hands of the Treasurer of the County of Oconee. MONDAY, N OVEMBER 29, 1886. 09 A B ill to authorize the County Treasurer of Berkeley County to pay the County bouds becoming due and payable. A B ill to authorize the County Commissioners of Orangeburg County to apply certain unexpended balances to general County purposes. The f ollowing Bill was read the second time and ordered to be en grossed : A B ill to amend the charter of the Holy Communion Church Insti tute, of Charleston. PAPERS F ROM THE SENATE. The S enate sent to this House : Concurrent R esolution in relation to medal for Brigadier General Evans. Which w as considered immediately, concurred in, and ordered to be returned to the Senate. Also, Concurrent R esolution instructing the Committee on Printing of the two Houses to inquire into sundry matters connected with the public printing. Which w as considered immediately, concurred in, and ordered to be returned to the Senate. Also, Concurrent R esolution to authorize and require the State Printer to print 300 extra copies of the Report of the Superintendent of the Insti tute of the Deaf, Dumb and Blind, for the use of that institution. Which w as considered immediately, concurred in, and ordered to be returned to the Senate. Also, A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Mount Pleasant and Seaview Railway Company," approved December 24th, A. D. 1885. Also, A B ill to amend the charter of the Etiwan Phosphate Company. Which w ere severally read the first time and ordered to be placed on the Calendar without reference and without printing. Mr. H ASKELL moved that when this House adjourns, it stand adjourned to meet to-morrow at 11 o'clock A. M. On m otion of Mr. A- F. O'BRIEN, the House was adjourned at 1:30 o'clock P. M., to meet to-morrow at 11 o'clock A. M.

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TUESDAY, N OVEMBER 30, 1886.

At t he hour to which the House was adjourned the Clerk called the roll, when the SPEAKER took the chair, and, a quorum being present, the deliberations were opened with prayer by the Rev. O. A. Darby.

LEAVEF O ABSENCE. Mr. J ORDAN asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague, Mr. Cobb, from Saturday morning until Monday morning. Mr. J ORDAN asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague, Mr. D. N. Sally, from Friday next, until Monday 12 M. Mr. G RAHAM asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague, Mr. Harper, for Saturday and Monday next. Mr. W IMBERLY asked and obtained leave of absence for his col league, Mr. A. F. O'Brien, for Wednesday and Thursday next. Mr. C AIN asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague, Mr. Shaw, for Friday and Saturday next. Mr. S IMPSON asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague, Mr. Dean, for Saturday and Monday next. The S PEAKER called, in alphabetical order of Counties, for Peti tions, Memorials, Presentments of Grand Juries, Returns of Commis sioners, and such like papers, and for Resolutions, Bills or motions. On m otion of Mr. A. F. O'BRIEN, the call by Counties was dis pensed with for this day. Mr. D ANTZLER presented Petition ( with draft of Bill) for amendment of the charter of the Orangeburg and Lewiedale Railroad Company. Which was referred to the Committee on Railroads. Mr. BURKE presented Petition ( with draft of Bill) of Wallingford Church and Academy for amendment of charter, so as to permit it to mortgage its lands. Which was referred to the Committee on Incorporations. Mr. ANSEL presented Petition ( with draft of Bill) of Piedmont Manufacturing Company, asking to be allowed to subscribe "to the capital stock of the Atlantic, Greenville and Western Railroad Company. Which w as referred to the Committee on Railroads. TUESDAY, N OVEMBER 30, 1 886. 101 Mr. M cHUGH presented Petition ( with draft of Bill) to amend and extend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the New Brighton Hotel Ferry and Telegraph Company. Which w as referred to the Committee on Incorporations.

BILLS I NTRODUCED.

Mr. H ARPER, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to regulate and fix the salary and compensation of County School Commissioners. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Edu cation. Also, A B ill to make slander a criminal offense and punishable as such. Which was read the first time and referred to the Committee ou the Judiciary. Mr. M IMS, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to exempt certain portions of Lexington County from the opera tions of Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes of this State, relating to the Stock Law. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Also, A B ill to authorize the appointment of a Trial Justice for Batesburg, in the County of Lexington, with jurisdiction in Aiken and Edgefield. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. C LEVELAND, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A J oint Resolution to authorize and empower the County Commis sioners of Greenville to borrow money for certain purposes. Which w as read the first time and referred to a Special Committee of ' the Greenville Delegation. Mr. A RCHER, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, in troduced A B ill to regulate the sale of spirituous and intoxicating liquors by prescriptions in cities, towns and villages where Local Option Law exists. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Judiciary Com mittee. 102 T UESDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 1886. Mr. S TEWART, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, in troduced A B ill to prohibit the County Commissioners of York County from granting aid to the outside poor, except as herein provided. Which w as read the first time and referred to a Special Committee composed of the York Delegation. Mr. M OSES, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to restrict the duties of the County Commissioners of Sumter County as to paupers. Which w as read the first time and referred to a Special Committee composed of the Sumter Delegation. Also, A B ill to abolish the office of Supervisor of Registration, and de volving the duties on County Auditors. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Ways and Means Committee. Mr. M cKISSICK, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to punish the stealing of melons, fruit, potatoes or. turnips. Which was read the first time and referred to the Committee on Agri culture. Mr. P EURIFOY, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to amend Section 152 of the General Statutes, relating to elec tion expenses. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary- M r. HUDGENS, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to repeal the law authorizing agricultural liens. Which was read the first time and referred to the Committee on Agri culture. Mr. N ORTON, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, ♦ introduced A B ill to abolish the office of Master in Marion County. Which w as read the first time and referred to a Special Committee consisting of the Marion Delegation. Mr. M cKISSICK, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to amend Section (2058) two thousand and fifty-eight, relating to the salaries of Chief Justice and Associate Justices. TUESDAY, N OVEMBER 30, 1886. 103 Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Also, A B ill to amend Section (2120) two thousand one hundred and twenty, relating to the salary of Circuit Judges. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. P RINGLE, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, in troduced A B ill to provide for the issuing of licenses to sell spirituous liquors, ale, malt and wine in Berkeley County. Which w as read the first time and referred to Special Committee con sisting of the Berkeley Delegation. Mr.. T E. MILLER, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced. A B ill to amend Sections 100, 102, 103, 104, Chapter VII, General Statutes, relating to the qualifications and registration of electors. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Privi leges and Elections. Mr. R ANKIN, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to regulate the number and pay of Trial Justices in Chester field County. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. H UDGENS, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to limit the rate of interest to seven (7) per cent, per annum, and to fix a penalty for taking, agreeing upon or receiving a greater per cent. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee of Ways and Means. Mr. T HOMAS (Union), pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A Bill to reduce the salaries of State officers. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Ways and Means. On m otion of Mr. McHUGH, the call by Counties was dispensed with for this day. 104 T UESDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 1886. A B ill to authorize and require the County Board of Examiners of Kershaw County to adopt a series of books for use in the public schools of said County. Which w as read the first time and referred to a Special Committee composed of the Kershaw Delegation. Mr. S TEWART, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill relating to and prescribing the manner of summoning jurors in this State. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. N ORTON, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to regulate the drawing and summoning of Grand and Petit Jurors for the Courts of General Sessions and Common Pleas for the several Counties in this State. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. D ANIELS, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, in troduced A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to prohibit the payment of nulla bona costs in this State on judgments against defendants in crim inal cases." Which w as read the first time and referred to the Judiciary Commit tee. Mr. L ESESNE, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, in troduced A B ill to amend au Act entitled "An Act to amend Section 1830 of the General Statutes, in relation to partition," approved December 26, A. D. 1885. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Judiciary Commit tee. Mr. H UTSON, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, in troduced A J oint Resolution proposing an amendment to Sections 2 and 13 of Article IV of the Constitution of the State of South Carolina, ratified on the 16th day of April, A. D. 1868. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Judiciary Commit tee. TUESDAY, N OVEMBER 30, 1886. 105 Mr. T INDAL, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to authorize the County Commissioners of Clarendon County to borrow money for building aud repairing bridges and support of the poor. Which w as read the first time and referred to a Special Committee composed of the Clarendon Delegation. Mr. W ILSON, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to amend Section 2058 and Section 2061 of the General Stat utes, in relation to the custodians of minors. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. T INDAL, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to establish the South Carolina Board of Agriculture and define the duties thereof, and to abolish the Department of Agriculture Board of Agriculture and Commissioner of Agriculture. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Agri culture. FNOTICES O BILLS. Mr. A RCHER gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to regulate the number and pay of Trial Justices in Spartan burg County. Also, A B ill to establish the office of Register of Mesne Conveyance for the County of Spartanburg. Also, A B ill to amend Section 1758 of the General Statutes, in relation to license for circuses and traveling shows. Also, A B ill to amend General Statutes relating to tuition fees in the State University. Mr. B ARKLEY gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to repeal an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Town of Rumphville, in the County of Colleton," approved December 26th, A. D. 1885. 106 T UESDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 1886. Mr. C OBB gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to provide for the payment of certain past due school claims in Aiken County. Mr. C ONNORS gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to enable Thomas Yancy Williams to apply for admission to the bar. Mr. D OUGLASS gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to limit the number of Trial Justices in Fairfield County, to fix their territorial jurisdiction and to provide for their compensation." Mr. D EAN gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill authorizing County Treasurers to pay teachers of free schools for time overtaught this year, and deduct the same from school fund of such school district for next year. Also, A B ill to fix the time for holding the Courts of the Seventh Circuit. Mr. E ASLEY gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to reduce the salary of sundry officers of Pickens County. Mr. G ARY gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave toint.roduce A B ill authorizing D. R. Durisoe to reindex and assort the records of the office of Commissioner in Equity for Edgefield County. Mr. H ARPER gave notice that to morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to regulate and prescribe the weighing of baled cotton. Mr. I RBY gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend and renew the charter of the Town of Laurens. .Mr. B F. MILLER gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to regulate the pay of the County Commissioners of Lancaster County, also to provide for Clerk hire and counsel fees. Also, A B ill to prohibit the sale of spirituous liquors by druggists, apothe caries, &c, in the Town of Lancaster. Also, A B ill to abolish the office of Supervisor of Public Highways. TUESDAY, N OVEMBER 30, 1886. 107 Mr. M OSES gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to repeal Section 2 of an Act entitled "An Act to prescribe the priorities of certain statutory liens." Mr. N ELSON gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to amend Section 2398 in the General Statutes, relative to the enforcement of agricultural liens," approved December 26th, 1885. Mr. O 'BRIEN gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill entitled "A Bill to exempt certain portions of Colleton County, St. George's Parish, from the operations of Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes, relating to the Stock Law." Mr. J OHNSTON gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to repeal so much of the law as relates to commutation road tax for Pickens County. Mr. P ADGETT gave notice that to-morrow pr some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to exempt certain portions of Colleton County from the opera tions of Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes, relating to the Stock Law. Mr. P RINGLE gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend Section 2518 of the General Statutes, in relation to trade in seed cotton. Mr. P ARKER gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to repeal so much of Section 6 of Acts 1881-82 as requires the publication of the Annual Reports of' County Commissioners and County School Commissioners. Mr. P OPE gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to ratify the amendment to Article II of the Constitution of the State of South Carolina relating to the Census. Mr. S IMPSON gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend the charter of the Town of Wellford, in Spartanburg County. Also, A B ill to incorporate the Congaree Construction Company. (With Petition.) 108 T UESDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 1886. Mr. T URNER gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to repeal au Act entitled "An Act to amend Sections 997 and 1005 of the General Statutes, relating to the examination of teachers," approved December 15th, 1885. The f ollowing Message was received from his Excellency the Gover nor, which was referred to the Committee on Military: MESSAGE F ROM THE GOVERNOR, NO. 2. THE S TATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA, Executive Chamber, Columbia, S. C, November 30th, 1886. Gentlemen of the General Assembly : In a ccordance with the provisions of a Concurrent Resolution, which originated in the House of Representatives and was concurred in by the Senate on the 19th day of December, 1884, I have the honor to inform yon that I have caused to be printed one thousand (1,000) copies of the Muster Roll of the soldiers of the Revolution of 1776, prepared by Gene ral Wilmot G. DeSaussure of Charleston, and presented to the State by the State Society of the Cincinnati of South Carolina; and that the same are in the Executive office subject to such disposition as you may deem it proper to make. Very r espectfully, J.. C SHEPPARD, ' G overnor. Mr. A NSEL offered the following Resolution: Ordered, T hat a Message be sent to the Senate inviting that body to be present in the Hall of the House this day at 1 o'clock to attend the In augural ceremonies of the Governor and Lieutenant Governor elect. Which w as agreed to, and a Message was sent to the Senate accord ingly. The S PEAKER called for Reports of Standing Committees. Mr. F ICKEN, from the Committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred Joint Resolution to provide for the payment of the expense incurred by the Board of Visitors of the South Carolina Military Academy in the repairs of the Citadel buildings, made a favorable Re port, which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. F ICKEN, from the Committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred a Bill to create a fund to be desigoated " The Treasury Re serve Fund," and to provide for the control of the same, made a favora ble Report, which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. TUESDAY, N OVEMBER 30, 1886. 109 Mr. P ARKER, from the Judiciary Committee, to whom was referred a Bill to ameud Section 7 of an Act to require foreign co-operative assessment companies to comply with the Insurance Laws of the State, and to clearly define who shall be considered agents of insurauce com panies, approved December 21th, 1886, made a favorable Report, with amendment, which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. A NSEL, of the Judiciary Committee, to whom was referred a Bill to allow defendants in criminal cases to examine by commission their witnesses residing beyond the limits of this State, made a favorable Report, which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. P ARKER, from the Judiciary Committee, to whom was referred a Bill to amend Sections 2428 of Chapter XCVII of General Statutes, in relation to plaintiffs' and defendants' costs in equity cases, made a favorable Report, with amendment, which was ordered for consideration ' to-morrow. Mr. F OX, from the Committee on Internal Improvements, to whom was referred a Bill to amend an Act to amend an Act entitled " An Act to provide for the more speedy improvement of the Columbia Canal," made a favorable Report, which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. D OUGLASS, from the Committee on the Judiciary, to whom was referred a Bill to amend Section 1731 of the General Statutes, relat ing to the sale of spirituous or intoxicating liquors, made an unfavor able Report, which wa3 ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. H UTSON, from the Committee on Education, to whom was referred a Bill to enlarge the boundaries of School District No. 17, Fair field County, and make two school districts thereof, made a favorable Report, which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. W HARTON, from the Committee on Agriculture, to whom was referred a Bill to exempt certain portions of Georgetown County from the operations of Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes, relating to the General Stock Law and Fencing Law, made a favorable Report, which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. W ILSON, from the Committee on Incorporations, to whom was referred a Bill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to amend the charter of the Town of Summerville, so as to enlarge the corporate limits, made a favorable Report, which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. H UTSON, from the Committee on Education, to whom was referred a Bill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to provide for the establishment of a new school district in the County of Darlington, to be known as the School District of the Town of Timmonsville, and to authorize the levy and collection of a local school tax therein," approved December 24th, 1883, made a favorable Report, which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. 110 T UESDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 1886. Mr. R AYSOR, from the Committee on the Judiciary, to whom was referred a Bill to amend Section eighteen of the Code of Procedure, relating to the time for holding the Circuit Courts in the First Circuit, made a favorable Report, which was ordered for consideration to-mor row. Mr. B RICE, from the Committee on Agriculture, to whom was referred a Bill to repeal the Lien Liw, made an unfavorable Report, which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. P ARKER, from the Judiciary Committee, to whom was referred a Bill to define and prescribe the manner of appnnting Commission ers, and the issuing of the writ for the admeasurement of dower in the Circuit Court, made a favorable Report, which was ordered for consider ation to-morrow. Mr. B RAWLEY, from the Judiciary Committee, to whom was referred a Joint Resolution to provide for calling a Constitutional Convention to revise and change the Constitution of the State of South Carolina, as ratified by the people on the 16th day of April, A. D. 1886, made an unfavorable Report, which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. A LDRICH, from the Judiciary Committee, to whom" was referred a Bill to amend Sections 2234, 2235 and 2248 of the General Stat utes of South Carolina, relating to the constitution, pay and duties of" Jury Commissioners, made a favorable Report, with amendment, which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. M ASON, from the Committee on Commerce and Manufactures, to whom was referred a Petition (with draft of Bill) of Anson M. Bangs and others, made a favorable Report, and reported a Bill to grant to Anson M. Bangs and others the privilege of using certain sites near Sullivan's Island for facilitating their operations in constructing the jetties in Charleston Harbor. Which w as read the first time and ordered for consideration to-mor row. Mr. C APPELMAN, from the Committee on Incorporations, to whom was referred Petition (with draft of Bill) of S. M. Jenarette and others, reported a Bill to incorporate the Supreme Council of the Sons of the Elect. Which w as read the first time and ordered for consideration to-mor row. Mr. C ONNERS, from the same Committee, to whom was referred petition (with draft of Bill) of John W. Austin and others, made a favorable Report and reported a Bill to incorporate the Atlantic Self Endowment and Benevolent Association of America. Which w as read the first time and ordered for consideration to-mor row. TUESDAY, N OVEMBER 30, 1886. Ill Mr.. A F. O'BRIEN, from same Committee, to whom was referred Petition (with draft of Bill) of Francis W. Dawson and others, made a favorable Report, and reported a Bill to charter the News and Courier Job Printing Company. Which w as read the first time and ordered for consideration to morrow. Mr. B OYLE, from same Committee, to whom was referred Petition (wilh draft of Bill) to incorporate the Town of Harlin City, reported a Bill to incorporate the Town of Harlin City, in Orangeburg County. Which w as read the first time and ordered for consideration to morrow. Mr. M AHER, from the Committee on Railroads, to whom was re ferred Petition (with draft of Bill), made a favorable Report, and , reported a Bill to amend an Act entitled " An Act to incorporate the Cheraw and Camden Short Line Railroad Company," approved Decem ber 24, 1885. Which w as read the first time and ordered for consideration to morrow. Also, m ade a favorable Report and reported A B ill to amend the charter of the Eutawville Railroad Company. Which was read the first time aud ordered for consideration to-mor row. Also, m ade a favorable Report and reported A B ill to amend an Act entitled " An Act to charter the Chester aud Camden Railroad Company," approved February 9, 1882. Which w as read the first time and ordered for. consideration to-mor row. Also, m ade a favorable Report and reported A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Blackville and Allstou Riilroad Company," approved Djcamber 21, A. D. 1885. Which w as read the first time aud ordered for consideration to-mor row. Mr. P ARKER, from the Committee on the Judiciary, to whom was referred Petition (with draft of Bill) to change the name of Texia Kelly, made a favorable Report, and reported a Bill to change the name of Texia Kelly to that of Texia Stroud, aud to enable her to inherit from Newton J. Stroud. Which w as read the first time and ordered for consideration to morrow. 112 T UESDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 1886. Also m ade a favorable Report and reported A B ill to change the name of Bjulah Jane Gilloway to that of Beu- lah Jane Dowling, and enable her to inherit from S. S. D>wling. Which w as read the first time and ordered for considertaion to morrow. BILLS R EJECTED. Mr. W HARTON, from the Committee on Incorporations, made an unfavorable Report on A B ill to repeal an Act to amend Section 2398 of the General Statutes, relating to the enforcement of agricultural liens, approved December 26, 1885. Which w as considered immediately, agreed to, and the Bill rejected. Also, m ade an unfavorable Report on A B ill to amend Section 1669 of the General Statutes, relating to fish. Which w as considered immediately, agreed to, and the Bill rejected. Mr. R AYSOR, from the Committee ou the Judiciary, made an unfa vorable Report on A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to amend Section 18 of the C )de of Procedure, in reference to the time of holding Circuit Courts in the First Judicial Circuit," approved December 23d, 1885. Which w as considered immediately, agreed to, and the Bill rejected.

REPORTSP O SPECIAL COMMITTEES. The S PEAKER called for Reports of Special Committees. Mr. Y OUNG, from the Special Committee of the Abbeville Delega tion, made a Report on the Annual Report of the Trustees of the estate of Dr. John Da La Howe, deceased, for 1885 and 1886, asking to he discharged from the further consideration, which was agreed to. Mr. N ELSON, from the Special Committee of the Kershaw Delega tion, made a favorable Report on A B ill to provide for the more speedy and efficacious payment of the per diem and mileage of jurors and witnesses in Kershaw County. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. The H ouse then proceeded to the consideration of the GENERAL O RDERS. Third Reading. The f ollowing Bills were severally read the third time, passed, and ordered to be sent to the Senate : A B ill to legitimate and make capable of inheriting and transmitting TUESDAY, N OVEMBER 30, 1886. 113 estates E lgin Middleton, Amelia S. Barber, George P. Hogg and Jennie J. Hogg, children of George M. and Sarah Hogg. A B ill to amend the charter of the Charleston Baseball Club. A B ill to amend the charter of the Holy Communion Church Insti tute, of Charleston. A J oint Resolution to authorize the drawing of foods in the hands of the Treasurer of the County of Oconee. A B ill to authorize the Cloutity Treasurer of Berkeley County to pay the County bonds becoming due and payable. A B ill to authorize the County Commissioners of Orangeburg County to appply certain unexpended balances to general County purposes.

SECOND R EADING.

The f ollowing Bills were severally read the second time and ordered for third reading to-morrow: A B ill to incorporate the Commercial Savings Bank. A B ill (Senate) to amend the charter of Etiwan Phosphate Company. A B ill (Senate) to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Mount Pleasant and Seaview City Railway Company," approved Decem ber 24, A. D. 1885. The f ollowing Bill was read the second time and ordered to be en grossed for a third reading : A B ill to limit the number of Trial Justices in York County, fix their territorial jurisdiction and provide for their compensation. The f ollowing Bills were severally ordered to be laid on the table : A B ill to amend the charter of the Etiwan Phosphate Company. A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Mount Pleasant and Seaview Railway Company," approved December 24, A. D. 1885. On m otion of Mr. HUTSON, it was ordered that when this House adjourns, it stand adjourned until to-morrow at 11 o'clock A. M. SPECIAL O RDER. The c eremonies and inauguration of the Governor and Lieutenant Governor elect, which had been made the Special Order of the Day for this day at 1 o'clock P. M. At 1 o 'clock P. M. the Senate attended in the House of Representa tives. The J oint Assembly then proceeded to the Opera House, in conformity to the Report of the Joint Committee to arrange for the inauguration, and was called to order by the SPEAKER. The G overnor and Lieutenant Governor, the Chief Justice and Asso- 10— HJ 114 T UESDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 1886. ciate J ustices of the Supreme Court, the District Judge of the United States, officers elect, Mayor of the City of Columbia, escorted by the Committee of Arrangements, entered the Columbia Opera House, and were received by the Joint Assembly. The S PEAKER announced that Hon. John Peter Richardson, Governor elect, was present, who presented himself on the left of the Speaker and stated his readiness to take the Constitutional oath of office ; when Hon. W. D. Simpson, Chief Justice of the State of South Caro lina, standing on the right of the Speaker, the Book being held by the Clerk of the House of Representatives, administered to him the Con stitutional oath of office.

INAUGURAL A DDRESS.

Gentlemen o f the Senate and Home of Representatives : Its i with a deep sense of the responsibility and obligation I assume, that I have just taken in this solemn presence the Constitutional oath of office as Governor of South Carolina. Witho n ordinary emotion, and with a heart full of gratitude to the people of this State, through whose partial kindness I am the re cipient of this exalted honor, I this day enter upon the discharge of its high duties, to the faithful, honest, vigilant and patriotic execu tion of which I pledge the honor of a devoted son of Carolina. Sincerely d istrustful of my own abilities, I confidently rely upon you, their chosen representatives, for such wise, liberal and conserva tive action as will render the progress of the State in material 'pros perity rapid and the executive administration of her affairs easy. To t he most unobservant and indifferent, it must be apparent that these are times fruitful of vast and pressing problems, social, indus trial and economic, both in State and national affairs, which demand for solution the ablest talent and most uselfish patriotism. Notwith standing the dual nature of our institutions and government, investing the citizen, as it does, with varied duties and interests, the peculiar condition of our State, socially and politically, during the dark days of Reconstruction, rigidly confined the attention of our people to the seemingly hopeless and Herculean task of wresting from a chaos of corruption and venality in all their hideous forms, and of universal malfeasance in official life, such as had never before disgraced the annals of a civilized community, order and good government. How s uccessfully, how marvelously, this has been accomplished, need I attempt to describe ? Surely, it can never be possible that the deep, soul-burning humiliations, the crushing tyranny, the ruinous axation we so long endured, the bold effrontery of loathsome vice in TUESDAY, N OVEMBER 30, 1886. 115 high p laces that stalked in open daylight through the streets of this beautiful Capital, have so soon passed out of mind, and been forgotten like the idle terrors of a dream, amidst the quieting, restful surround ings of the renewed peace, order and good government we now so bountifully enjoy. To the people of Carolina, I verily believe, one of the greatest misfortunes that could occur would be an oblivious disregard of a former experience that, upon the least cessation of vigilance on their part, might, and would almost surely, again become a terrible possibility. The same elements of evil are here, the same forces present, though latent ; but to this generation, who are the witnesses of and the sufferers from certainly the most anoma lous and extraordinary condition of political and social life under which a people ever lived, I do not think there can ever come any deluge of Lethean waters so overwhelming as to sink into oblivion the bitter memories of the past. Sad, indeed, would be the sure results of criminal forgetfulness of a lesson so roughly taught, so heroically learned ! No, this can never be. We are again in the house of our fathers, as masters and rulers, and we are here to stay as such" for all time ; but to stay inspired, by the true instincts of liberty and animated solely by a high and patriotic purpose to dis pense even-handed justice, to maintain the purity of our institutions, und to secure to all classes and conditions of our citizens every legal, Constitutional and inherent right of man. With t he inestimable advantages of good and honest government once more surrounding us, like a life-giving atmosphere, how bright the prospect for rapid advance in all the arts of peace and in the accumulation of the wealth to which our wonderful resources of soil and climate so justly entitle us! True, we are just at this time in a condition of great business depression, common to every interest of the whole world, and in no way peculiar to ourselves, save, perhaps, in complications arising from the transition phase, through which our agricultural industry is now passing. To this great interest we should certainly give promptly that attention which its importance to the general welfare so imperatively demands. We should approach its consideration with that calmness of judgment and freedom from passion, so essential to reaching wise conclusions. The Department of Agriculture, to whose charge its interests have been intrusted, and whose development has been the object of such earnest, faithful and successful efforts, should be sustained and fostered. All laws upon onr Statute books tending to the retardation of its development, or calculated to direct its energies into unprofitable channels, should be at once repealed, and such measures only as are absolutely needed for its proper encouragement should be enacted. 116 T UESDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 1886. Perfect f reedom of action and judgment is the most efficient incentive to successful exertion in all the occupations of life. This it is the duty of government to insure to every citizen, whether walking in the paths of commerce, following the professions, or gathering the wealth of Nature from our teeming forests and caus ing our fruitful fields to yield their abundant increase. I speak as a farmer, who loves his calling with an ardor inherited from ancestors devoted solely to the tillage of the soil, and whose instincts, affini ties and sympathies are, therefore, naturally and warmly enlisted in the successful furtherance of that first, grandest and noblest of pursuits. A fair field, untrammeled opportunities, exact justice, freedom from discriminating legislation, and such encouragement as is entirely within the legitimate sphere of government, is all the American citizen asks or needs, and constitute the very fundamental principles of the liberty for which Washington fought and conquered, and in defense of which our heroes crimsoned the countless hills and valleys of the Sunny South. May t he genius of liberty preside forever over our destiny and direct all our efforts to the accomplishment of so glorious a triumph in governmental science. Amidst t he abundant causes for congratulation, we certainly pos sess one in the restored credit and improved finances of the State, brought to renewed life, as it were, from a condition of almost abso lute decay and death. We should not forget to scan closely the expenditures of government, and restrict them within the limits of a wise and liberal economy. This is but simple justice to the tax payer, who, however cheerfully and uncomplainingly he may pay his quota of tribute, should not be subjected to greater burdens than the necessities of government imperatively demand. But it should also be remembered that the smallest and fewest appropriations are not always the wisest economy. Government is business, and, like any other business, requires for its successful conduct the use of money ; such, for instance, as for the adequate compensation of offi cials, the proper maintenance of charitable and penal institutions, the prompt payment of all public obligations, the liberal support of common schools and higher institutions of learning, the necessary expenses of legislation itself, and the numerous other incidental pur poses, that foot up no inconsiderable amount. We h ave already achieved much in the way of economy, having reduced expenditures to a point that places the government of this State among the cheapest, if not the very cheapest, of the States of the Union. A comparison of our expenditures with those of any other State will, I am sure, fully justify this assertion. While look TUESDAY, N OVEMBER 30, 1886. 117 ing, t hen, with continued care to the exercise of this cardinal virtue of economy in the administration of our affairs, especial attention should be paid to maintaining the credit of the State, now at a point of excellence never before reached in the history of her finances. If this credit is fully sustained the opportunity will soon be presented, by the early maturity of our securities, of refunding them at a much reduced rate of interest, and thus relieving the taxpayers, by a single transaction, of an annual burden of perhaps one hundred and fifty thousand dollars. This surely would prove a measure of economy that would be sensibly felt as a relief to every industry and occupation, and should enlist, therefore, for its accom plishment, the active sympathies and co-operation of all. A practi cal test of the feasibility of this project must soon be made in the case of our Deficiency Bonds and Stocks, which mature as early as July, 1888, for the refunding of which timely provision, will have, of necessity, to be made. But h owever rigid the ideas entertained upon this subject, however great the apparent necessity for retrenchment and reform, there is one direction in which they cannot be exercised without stifling the young life of the people and sapping the very sources of our material and intellectual strength. I allude to our public schools and the system of Colleges we call the University. The one is the essential complement of the other, and neither can accomplish the full measure of its usefulness without its necessary coadjutor in the grand work of education. In the common schools are to be laid the broad foundations, and in the institutions of higher learning are to be reared the beautiful and lofty structures, of intellectual development, that render a people prosperous, happy, great and respected among the nations of the earth. Such institutions are not like mushrooms — the growth of a night. They require long years of patient sacrifice, of patriotic effort, of liberal and unstinted support, to attain their full stature and grand proportions, where their pinna cles, reaching to the sky, will shed a beam of transcendent brightness over the land, vivifying every industry, and warming into active life every dormant energy. In t he matter of education we cannot afford to contract. The true policy should be to broaden, to deepen and to widen, as the resources of the State permit, until the last vestige of mental darkness is swept from our borders, and every child in the State shall become the recip ient of the benignant intiuences of thorough instruction. The accomplishment of this great work, with us, can only be gradual, for none but the willfully blind can fail to see and feel the prevailing embarrassment, so widespread and universal. But, at least, no step 118 T UESDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 1886. backward s hould bo taken. The march must be ever onward, with the steady determination not to be outstripped in the race by our sister States of the Union, who are bending every energy to the most complete and perfect development of their educational systems. South C arolina, among, if not the first to establish a system of free schools, imperfect though it was, has the added incentive of a noble ambition to maintain her ancient proud position among the most advanced and progressive of the States. Nor will the fruits of such a liberal policy be either meagre or destitute of a certain and abundant compensation. How richly has she in the past reaped the reward of her liberality to her institutions of learning ? Need I tell of the illustrious names that have illumined her annals both in peace and in war ? Of how her sons, trained in these institutions and imbued in every fibre of their being with Carolina sentiment and Carolina devotion to principle, have carried her flag often to victory, but always to glory, and have won for her a reputation for loyalty, learning and eloquence not bounded by continents or oceans ? How the heart thrills with emotions of the loftiest State pride as we read of the men who were indeed giants in those days, the acknowledged peers of the greatest and best in the land. Not to mention a hun dred others almost equally famous, I have no hesitation in asserting that the production of two such men as McOuffie and Thornweil, both poor boys, would fully compensate for every dollar expended in the maintenance of the institution which nurtured them. The South Carolina College and the State Military Academy, as the cap stones to a perfected system of common schools, and aided by other institutions of a similar character, will most assuredly prove, in the not distant future, the unfailing source of prosperity, happiness and advancement in all that elevates and ennobles. From their gates will issue an annual stream of cultured Carolina youth, with hearts filled with grateful love of country, whose genial and refreshing influence will permeate and spread through every nook and corner of this fair and beautiful State, and will, like running waters in a desert land, cause to spring up everywhere new life, vigor and wealth. But t here is another direction in which we must look with thoughtful care, if the interests of the people are to be protected against burdensome and unequal taxation, and are to be relieved from the unnecessary and unjust impositions that are crushing them to the earth. With two separate and entirely disticnt centres of power in our most happily conceived form of government, there is a con stant necessity that neither, in the exercise of its functions, should, ever escape the vigilant watchfulness of the citizen. The momentous events of our recent past, teeming with the clash of armies, political TUESDAY, N OVEMBER 30, 1886. 119 convulsions a nd mighty problems yet unsolved, have contracted our range of vision, and bounded our interest almost wholly within the limits of State lines. This should no longer be the case, when, as now, the overpowering cause of pressure has nearly ceased to exist, or, at least, its incentive. The time has, then, surely arrived when our attention should be directed with careful scrutiny to the opera tions of that central Government in our duplex system which is so far removed from popular observation as to give it comparative exemption from responsibility. In its remorseless absorption of legitimate State functions, in the cruel exercise of its dangerous powers of taxation, all the more dangerous from their insidious na ture and" manner of operations, there is well founded cause for vigi lant and anxious solicitude on the part of the people of the State. Consider f or a moment the matter of Federal taxation and expen ditures, and the imagination, accustomed to regard simply State revenues, is appalled by their immensity, amounting to nearly 325 millions of dollars, about one million for every member of the Fed eral House of Representatives, six dollars per capita for every man, woman and child in America, and, therefore, six millions for this little impoverished State of South Carolina. How insignificant, then, in comparison, appear the expenses of our own State Government ? But, add to this vast sum that paid through the operation of the present unequal and iniquitous tariff to monopolies and protected industries, and who can fail to recognize the great, if not chief, cause of the widespread unrest and discontent pervading all classes and conditions of the people of this Union, except, of course, the benefici aries of this onerous and unjust system? The admittedly correct calcu lation of three dollars tribute to protection to every one of revenue that actually reaches the coffers of the General Government, makes the annual golden stream that flows unconsciously Northward from the boundaries of South Carolina a constant drain from our midst. From fifteen to eighteen million of dollars, not a single one of which is ever returned, save the paltry amount of meagre appropriations so grudgingly given to nor rivers and harbors, and the few salaries paid to Federal officials in our midst. Such an enormous drain upon the resources of any community is of itself sufficient to sap the very life blood of their prosperity, and, unless put a stop to, must inevitably consign them, with the resistless power of fate, to a condition of endless and hopeless poverty. In closing these purposely general remarks, which have insensibly exceeded the limits originally in tended, I would bespeak your calm, dispassionate consideration of the many grave matters of State pressing for attention. I pledge myself to an earnest, active, unwearying co-operation in all your 120 W EDNESDAY, DECEMBER 1, 1886. efforts f or the public weal, and shall, as far as lies within the scope of the authority with which I have just been invested, give faithful expression to popular will, and see that the sacred honor of South Carolina is preserved in all its unblemished purity and integrity. Gentlemen o f the Assembly, we have a high and glorious task before us, in which no loyal son of Carolina should fail to do his full duty, with unflinching and self-sacrificing devotion. We have rescued this beloved State of ours, the heritage of our fathers, from the ignominious rule of the stranger and the alien ; but it is left us yet to make her restoration perfect and complete, nor should we cease, each in his sphere, to regard his life services as consecrated o^. this holy work, until we see her again rehabilitated in all her ancient and resplendent garments of wealth, prosperity, power and honor.

At t he conclusion of Governor Richardson's Inaugural Address, the Speaker announced that Hon. W. L. Mauldin, Lieutenant Governor- elect, was present, who presented himself on the left of the Speaker and stale 1 his readiness to take the Constitutional oath of office ; when Hou. W. D. Simpson, Chief Justice of the State of South Carolina, standing on the right of the Speaker, the Book being held by the Clerk of the House of representatives, administered to him the Constitutional oath of office. The S PEAKER of the House announced the Joint Assembly dis solved. The S enate returned to their Chamber. The H ouse of Representatives returned to their Hall. On m otion of Mr. PARKER, the House was adjourned at 2:15 P. M.

WEDNESDAY, D ECEMBER 1, 1886.

At t he hour to which the House was adjourned the Clerk called the roll, when the SPEAKER, took the chair, and, a quorum being present, the Journal of yesterday's proceedings was read and confirmed. PAPERS F ROM THE SENATE. The f ollowing Concurrent Resolution was received from the Senate:

Whereas t here is great dissatisfaction in various portions of the State in regard to the Columbia Canal, arising from impressions that most, if WEDNESDAY, D ECEMBER I, 1886. 121 not a ll, the available factory sites along the said canal do not belong to the State, but to individuals; and Whereas i t is thought by many of the taxpayers of the State, in addi- lion to the large amount of labor and money already expended by the State on this work, that it will still require large expenditures of both money aud labor to complete said canal, and that in the end the State will not be reimbursed for such expenditures. Therefore, be it yResolved b the Senate, the House concurring, That a Committee' con sisting of eight members, three from the Senate and five from the House, be appointed to thoroughly investigate the question of factory sites owned by the State and individuals, and all other questions connected with the State's interest in said canal, and report the information so obtained to the General Assembly at as early a day as practicable, and said Committee shall be charged with inquiring and reporting the amount of money and labor which has been expended on the same.

Which w as considered immediately and ordered to be returned to the Senate with concurrence. Whereupon t he SPEAKER appointed the following Committee on part of the House: Messrs. Pope, Parker, L. P. Miller, Abney and Earle. And a M essage was sent to the Senate accordingly. A B ill to amend the General Statutes, Title VIII, " Of the Public Health," Chapter XVIII, Section 948, in relation to quarantine. Which w as read the first time and ordered to be put upon the Calen dar without reference and without printing. The S PEAKER called, in alphabetical order of Counties, for Peti tions, Memorials, Presentments of Grand Juries, Returns of Commission ers, and such like papers, and for Resolutions, Bills or motions. On m otion of Mr. DANTZLER, the call by Counties was dispensed with for this day. Mr. P ARKER offered the following Resolution:

yResolved b the House of Representatives, That no Bill shall be intro duced by any member after Wednesday, the 15th December, 1886, except by the unanimous consent of the House : Provided, That nothing herein contained shall prevent the introduction of a Bill being reported by a Standing or Special Committee.

Which w as considered immediately and agreed to. .Mr. L P. MILLER moved that the vote by which a Bill to amend Section 1669 of the General Statutes, relating to fish, was rejected be reconsidered, with the view of placing the same on the Calendar. 11— HJ 122 W EDNESDAY, DECEMBER 1, 1886. The m otion was agreed to and the Bill ordered for consideration to morrow. Mr. A NSEL presented fPetition o certain citizens of Greenville County in reference to ex emption of certain manufacturing companies for County taxes. Which w as referred to the Committee on Commerce and Manufac tures. Mr. B OOZER presented Petition f rom citizens of Meriweather Township, Edgefield County, against the establishment of an agricultural college, and the calling of a Constitutional Convention. So m uch as relates to agricultural college was referred to the Com mittee on Agriculture. So m uch as relates to Constitutional Convention was referred to the Judiciary Committee. Mr. B ROOKER presented Petitionf o citizens of Leesville, praying that the sale of spirituous liquors in the Town of Leesville, in the County of Lexington, be pro hibited. Which w as referred to the Judiciary Committee. Mr. BRAWLEY presented Petition ( with draft of Bill) of News and Courier Company, for an amendment to charter. Which w as referred to the Committee on Incorporations. Mr. PARKER presented Petition ( with draft of Bill) of the Port Royal and Western Carolina Railway Company, praying to have certain rights conferred upon them. Which w as referred to the Committee on Railroads. BILLS I NTRODUCED. Mr. D OUGLASS, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, in troduced A B ill to limit the number of Trial Justices in thescveral Counties of this State, to provide for fixing their territorial jurisdiction, and for the man ner and amount of their compensation. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Judiciary Commit tee. Also, A B ill to renew and amend the charter of the Town of Winnsboro. Which was read the first time and referred to a Special Committee composed of the Fairfield Delegation. WEDNESDAY, D ECEMBER 1, 1886. 123 Mr. A RCHER, pusuaat to notice and by consent of the House, in troduced A B ill to amend Section 1042, Chapter XX, of the General Statutes, entitled "Of the University of South Carolina." Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Edu cation. Also, A B ill to establish the office of Register of Mesne Conveyance for the County of Spartanburg. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Offices and Officers. Also, A B ill to amend Section 1758 of the General Statutes, in relation to licenses for circus and traveling shows. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. A NC'RUM, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to amend Part 1, Title II, Chapter X, Section 163, of the General Statutes, in so far as it relates to the voting precincts in Ker shaw County. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Privileges and Elections. Also, A J oint Resolution to grant a pension to William Adams. Which was read the first time and referred to the Committee on Ways and Means. Also, A J oint Resolution to grant a pension to Stephen M. Boykin. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Ways and Means. Mr. M OSES, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, in troduced A B ill to repeal Section 2 of an Act entitled "An Act to prescribe the priorities of certain statutory liens." Which w as read the first time and referred to the Judiciary Com mittee. Also, A B ill to fix fee for dieting prisoners in County Jails. Which was read the first time and referred to the Judiciary Com mittee. 124 W EDNESDAY, DECEMBER 1, 1886. Mr. B ARKLEY, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to repeal an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Town of Rumphville, in the County of Colleton," approved December 26, A. D. 1885. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on In corporations. Mr. A NSEL, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to amend Section 2160 of the General Statutes, relating to attorneys, solicitors and counsellors. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Judiciary Com mittee. Mr. B RAWLEY, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, in troduced A B ill to authorize the City Board of School Commissioners of the City of Charleston to use certain funds in aid of the repairs made neces sary for the public school buildings by reason of the damage by earth quakes. Which w as read the first time and referred to a Special Com mittee composed of the Charleston Delegation. Mr. B IGHAM, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to require the Governor to appoint one and the same person Supervisor of Registration and Jury Commissioner in each County, and to provide a salary for the same. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Offices and Officers. Mr. S IMPSON, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Glenn Springs Railroad Company." Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Railroads. Mr. P OPE, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to ratify the Amendment to Article 2 of the Constitution by substituting for Sections 4 and 5 a Section to be known as Section 4, Which w as read the first time aud referred to the Judiciary Com mittee. WEDNESDAY, D ECEMBER 1, 1886. 125 Mr. P RINGLE, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, in troduced A B ill to amend Section 2518 of the General Statutes, in relation to trade in seed cotton. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. P LOWDEN, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to fix the salary of the Trial Justice at Manning, in the County of Clarendon. Which w as read the first time and referred to a Special Committee composed of the Clarendon Delegation. Mr. B ROOKER, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to prohibit the sale of liquors in the Town of Leesville. Which was read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr.. T P. MILLER, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to fix and define the limits of the Congressional Districts of the State of South Carolina therein mentioned. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Privi leges and Elections. Mr. C OBB, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A J oint Resolution to provide for the payment of certain past due school claims in Aiken County. Which w as read the first time and referred to a Special Committee composed of the Aikeu Delegation. Mr. C LEVELAND, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to regulate the issuing and service of warrants in criminal cases. Which was read the first time and referred to the Judiciary Com mittee. Mr. D ANTZLER, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to provide for the transportation of convicts from the several Counties in this State to the State Penitentiary. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Judiciary Committee. Mr. S HAW, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to regulate the trade in seed cotton in Sumter County.

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126 W EDNESDAY, DECEMBER 1, 1886. Which w as read the first time and referred to a Special Committee composed of the Sumter Delegation. Mr. C APPELMANN, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to alter and amend Section 2350 and to repeal Section 2351 of the General Statutes, relating to liens on buildings and lands. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Judiciary Com mittee. Mr. D EAN, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to fix the times and provide for the holding of the Circuit Courts of the Seventh Circuit. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. H ARPER, pursuant to notice and by unanimous consent of the House, introduced A B ill to regulate and prescribe the weighing of baled cotton. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Agriculture. Mr. B IGHAM, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, in troduced A B ill to regulate fishing with seines in the inland creeks, streams, rivers or waters of the State. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Agri culture. Mr. K ERSHAW, pursuant to notice and by conseut of the House, introduced A B ill to establish a new Judicial and Election County, from portions of Darlington and Marion Counties, to be known as Florence County. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Incor porations. Mr. J OHNSON, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to permit persons in the State liable to road duty to pay a commutation in lieu of working the roads," so far as the same refers to Greenville and Pickens Counties. Which w as read the first time and referred to a, Special Committee composed of the Greenville Delegation. Mr. C ONNORS, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to enable Thomas Yancey Williams to apply for admission to the bar. WEDNESDAY, D ECEMBER 1, 1886. 127 Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr B ROOKER, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to authorize the State Board of Health to sell the present site of the quarantine station at Port Royal and to purchase another. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Medical Committee. Also, A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act for the establishment of a new school district in the County of Lexington, and to authorize the levy and collection of a special school tax therein, so as to reduce the area of said school district. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Edu- cation. Mr.. L P. MILLER, pursuant, to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to empower and require the County Board of Examiners of Georgetown County to close the public schools of said County for the scholastic year 1886-87, and to authorize the appropriation of the school funds of that year to the expenses of the scholastic year 1887-88. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Edu cation. Mr. S ARRATT, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House introduced A B ill to allow persons who shall have resided within this State for ten years since the close of the Civil War, and who have lost their legs -. or arms, or have been permanently disabled in their legs or arms, during military service in the years 1861, 1862, 1863, 1864 aud 1£65, to obtain the benefit of an Act entitled " An Act to provide artificial limbs for all soldiers of the State who lost their legs or arms, or who have been per manently disabled in their legs or arms, during military service in the years 1861, 1862, 1863, 1864 and 1865, and who have not been supplied under the provisions of former Act of the General Assembly, approved December 17, A. D. 1881, and the Acts amendatory thereto. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Ways and Means. NOTICESF O BILLS. Mr. B ROOKER gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to authorize the State Board of Health to sell the present site of the Quarantine Station at Port Royal and purchase another. 128 W EDNESDAY, DECEMBER 1, 1886. Mr. C LEVELAND gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to regulate the issuing and service of warrants in criminal cases. Also, A B ill to provide for the manner of filling vacancies in the Senate and House of Representatives of South Carolina. Mr. D ANTZLER gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill giving practicing physicians a lien for the collection of their claims. Mr. J ORDAN gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to regulate criminal practice in Courts of General Sessions of this State. Mr. L ESESNE gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend Section 68 of the General Statutes, relating to phos phate deposits. Mr. P LOWDEN gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend Section 1687 of the General Statutes relating to the " Hunting of Deer." Mr. J OHN P. THOMAS (Union) gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to prohibit the sale of spirituous liquors in the Town of Union in this State. Mr. P RINGLE gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to regulate the admission of foreign surety companies to do business in this State," approved December 26th, 1884, so far as same effects clerks and officers of banks and banking institutions. Mr. S TANLAND gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend Section 1475, Chapter XL, General Statutes, in rela tion to the running of freight trains on Sunday. Also, A B ill to establish an additional voting precinct in the Parish of St. James Goose Creek, in the County of Berkeley. Mr. S TEWART gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill relating to the publication of the Annual Reports of the WEDNESDAY, D ECEMBER 1, 1886. 129 County C ommissioner, County Treasurer and County School Commis sioner in the several Counties of this State. The f ollowing communication was received by the Speaker and laid before the House :

Columbia, S . C, 1st December, 1886. Hon. James Simons, Speaker of the House of Representatives. Dear S ir: The Executive Committee of the South Carolina Bar Association respectfully request the use of the Agricultural Hall on the night of Thursday, 2d inst., for the delivery of the annual address by Hon. Thos. M. Cooley. Trusting t hat our request will be granted, I have the honor to be Your most obedient servant, .W. C BENET, Sec'y S. C. B. A. Which w as ordered to be put in the Journal and laid upon the table. r The following communication was received by the Speaker and laid before the House : Columbia, S . C, 1st December, 1886. Hon. James Simons, Speaker of the House of Representatives. Dear S ir : The Executive Committee of the South Carolina Bar Association cordially invite you and the members of the honorable body the House of Representatives to attend the meeting of the Association on Thursday night, 2d inst., at half past seven o'clock, in the Agricul tural Hall, to hear the address of the Hon. Thos. M. Cooley. Respectfully, .W. C BENET, Sec'y S. C. B. A. Which w as considered immediately and agreed to.

REPORTSF O STANDING COMMITTEES. The S PEAKER called for Reports of Standing Committees. Mr.. S P. HAMILTON, from the Judiciary Committee, made an unfavorable Report on A B ill to amend Section 2058 and Section 2061 of the General Statutes, in relation to the custodians of minors. Mr. A NSEL, from the same Committee, made an unfaverable Report on A J oint Resolution proposing an amendment to Sections 2 and 13 of Article IV of the Constitution of the State of South Carolina, ratified on the 16th day of April, A. D. 1868. 130 W EDNESDAY, DECEMBER 1, 1886. Mr. P ARKER, from the same Committee, made a favorable Report On A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to amend Section 1830 of the General Statutes, in relation to partition," approved December 26, A. D. 1885. Also,n a unfavorable Report on A B ill relating to and prescribing the manner of summoning jurors in this State. Also, a f avorable Report on A J oint Resolution proposing an amendment to Article X of the Constitution of the State of South Carolina, ratified the 11th day of April, 1868, by striking out Section 2 thereof. Also, a f avorable Report on A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to prohibit the payment of nulla bona costs in this State on judgments against defendants in crimi nal cases. Also,n a unfavorable Report on A B ill to regulate the drawing and summoning of Petit Jurors for the Courts of General Sessions and Common Pleas for the several Counties in this State. Also,n a unfavorable Report on A B ill to authorize and require the Clerk -of the Supreme Court to transmit copy of the opinion of said Court to the Clerk of the Circuit Court of the County from which appeal is taken, and require the Clerk of the Circuit Court to tax the costs of said transmission, which costs shall be entered in the judgment. Which w ere severally ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. M AHER, from the same Committee, made an unfavorable Report on A B ill to amend Section 2058, relating to the salaries of Chief Justices and Associate Justices. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. D OUGLASS, from the same Committee, made an unfavorable Report on A B ill to amend Section 2120, relating to the salary of Circuit Judges. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. A LDRICH, from the same Committee, made an unfavorable Re port on A B ill to regulate the sale of spirituous and intoxicating liquors by prescription in cities, towns and villages where the Local Option Laws exist. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. WEDNESDAY, D ECEMBER 1, 1886. 131 Mr. P ARKER, from the same Committee, to whom was referred a Bill to amend Section 2037 of the General Statutes, relating to the con tracts of married women, reported a substitute Bill. Which w as read the first time and ordered for consideration to-mor row. .Mr. S P. HAMILTON, from the minority of the Committee, made an unfavorable Report on the Bill. Mr. P ARKER, from the same Committee, made an unfavorable Re port on A B ill to regulate the rate of interest upon any contract arising in this State for the hiring, lending or use of money or other commodity. Which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. .Mr. S P. HAMILTON, from the minority of the Committee, made a favorable Report on the same. Mr. F ICKEN, from the Committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred a Bill to provide for the issue of a deficiency bond or stock to Octavins A. White in satisfaction of the guarantee of the State on a certain bond of the Spartanburg and Union Railroad Company, made a favorable Report, which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. H ASKELL, from same Committee, to whom was referred the Account of A. C. Jones for services rendered as Clerk of the Board of State Canvassers, made a favorable Report in part, which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. H ASKELL, from same Committee, to whom was referred a Bill to abolish the office of Supervisor of Registration, and devolving the duties on County Auditors, made a Report asking that the same be re ferred to the Committee on Privileges and Election, and that Committee be discharged. The C ommittee on Ways and Means was discharged and the Bill re ferred to the Committee on Privileges and Elections. Mr. H ASKELL, from the same Committee, to whom was referred a Bill to reduce the salaries of State officers, that is to say, salaries of the Secretary of State and his Clerk, salaries of the Comptroller General and his Chief Clerk and Bookkeeper, salaries of the State Treasuer and his Chief Clerk and Bookkeepers, salaries of the Attorney General and his Assistant, salaries of the Circuit Solicitors, salaries of the State Super intendent of Education and his Clerk, and salaries of the Inspector Gene ral and his Clerk, made an unfavorable Report, which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. H ASKELL, from the same Committee, to whom was referred a Bill relating to the reassessment of real property and the collection of taxes in certain portions of Charleston, Berkeley and Colleton Counties, y

132 W EDNESDAY, DECEMBER 1, 1886. made a f avorable Report, which was ordered for consideration to-mor row. Mr. H ASKELL, from same Committee, to whom was referred the Memorial of the (Jity Council of Charleston as to vacant lot on King street for police station house, made a favorable Report and reported a Bill to carry out the purposes of the Memorial. The B ill was read the first time and ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. H ASKELL, from same Committee, to whom was referred a Bill to limit the rate of interest to seven (7) per cent, per annum, and fix a penalty for taking, agreeing upon or receiving a greater per cent., made an unfavorable Report, which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. A LDRICH, from the Committee on Incorporations, to whom was referred a Petition, with a draft of a Bill carrying out the purposes therein prayed for, to incorporate the "Ashley Phosphate Company," made a Report, that said Petition and Bill be referred to the Committee on Mines and Mining, and this Committee be excused from further con sideration thereof. Which Report was agreed to, and the Committee dis charged. Mr. W .B. WILSON, Jr., from the Committee on Incorporations, to whom was referred a Bill to recharter the Town of Georgetown, made a favorable Report, which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. C ONNORS, from the Committee on Incorporations, to whom was referred a Petition, with a draft of a Bill carrying out the purposes therein prayed for, made a favorable Report, and reported a Bill to amend Section 2 of an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Wallingford Church and Academy of Charleston," approved February 15, 1872, re lating to the property and powers of said corporation. Which was read the first time and ordered for consideration to-morrow. .Mr. W B. WILSON, Jb., from the Committee on Incorporations, to whom was referred a Bill to charter the Town of Yorkville, in South Carolina, made a favorable Report, with amendment, which was read the first time and ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. J ORDAN, from the Committee on Incorporations, to whom was referred a Petition, with a draft of Bill carrying out the purposes therein prayed for, made a favorable Report, and reported a Bill to amend and extend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the New Brighton Hotel Ferry and Telegraph Company," approved December 23d, 1884, which was read the first time and ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. A LDRICH, from the Committee on Incorporations, to whom was referred a Petition, with a draft of a Bill carrying out the purposes therein prayed for, made a favorable Report, and reported a Bill to alter and amend the charter of the Young Men's Loan and Trust Com WEDNESDAY, D ECEMBER 1, 1886. 133 panyf o Rock Hill, South Carolina, and to change the name thereof to " The Savings Bank of Rock Hill, South Carolina;" which was read the first time and ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. M AHER, from the Committee on Railroads, to whom was re ferred a Petition, with a draft of a Bill carrying out the purposes therein prayed for, made a favorable Report on a Bill to amend Section 1476 of the General Statutes, as to moving of trains ou Sunday. Which w as read the first time and ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. M AHER, from the Committee ou Railroads, to whom was referred a Petition, with a draft of a Bill carrying out the purposes therein prayed for, made a favorable Report, and reported a Bill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Orangeburg and Lewiedale Railroad Company," approved December 26, 1885. Which w as read the first time and ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. M AHER, from the Committee on Railroads, to whom was referred a Petition, with a draft of a Joint Resolution carrying out the purposes therein prayed for, made a favorable Report, and reported a Joint Resolution to authorize the Piedmont Manufacturing Company to subscribe to the capital stock of the Atlantic, Greenville and Western Rail way Company. Which w as read the first time and ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. M AHER, from the Committee on Railroads, to whom was referred a Petition, with a draft of a Bill carrying out the purposes therein prayed for, made a favorable Report and reported a Bill to charter the Summerville and St. John's Railroad Company. Which w as read the first time and ordered for consideration to-morrow. Also, m ade a favorable Report on fPetition o the Palmetto Railroad Company, and reported a Bill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to amend an Act entitled 'An Act to incorporate the Palmetto Railroad Company,' approved December 21, 1886," approved December 26, 1884. Which w as read the first time and ordered for consideration to morrow. Mr. T INDAL, from the Committee on Agriculture, made a favor able Report on A B ill to establish the South Carolina Board of Agriculture and de fine the duties thereof, and to abolish the Department of Agriculture, Board of Agriculture and Commissioner of Agriculture. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. 134 W EDNESDAY, DECEMBER 1, 1886. Mr. M IMS, from the same Committee, made a favorable Report on A Bill to exempt certain portions of Lexington County from the operations of Chapter XXXII of the General Statutes of the State, re lating to the Stock Law. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. K EITT, from the same Committee, made a favorable Report on A Bill to exempt certain portions of Colleton County from the opera tions of Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes, relating to the Stock Law. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. R UTLAND, from the Committee on Roads, Bridges and Ferries, made a favorable Report on A B ill to amend Section 618 of the General Statutes of South Caro lina, relating to the repair of highways. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. Also, m ade a favorable Report on A B ill to recharter Holley's Ferry, across Big Saluda River, in Edge field County. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. H UTSON, from the Committee on Education, made a favorable Report on A B ill to regulate and fix the salary and compensation of the County School Commissioners. L W hich was ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. M ORRALL, from the Medical Committee, made a favorable Re port on A B ill to amend the General Statutes, Title VIII, of the Public Health, Chapter XVII, Section 940, in relation to quarantine. Which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. H ICKMAN, from the Committee on Offices and Officers, made an unfavorable Report on Reportf o the Grand Jury of Chester County, in regard to record of the County Commissioners, and asked that the Committee be discharged and that the same be laid on the table. Which w as agreed to. BILLS R EJECTED. Mr. H ICKMAN, from the Committee on Offices and Officers, made an unfavorable Report on A B ill to amend Section 808 of the General Statutes of this State, relating to Trial Justices. Which w as considered immediately, agreed to, and the Bill rejected. WEDNESDAY, D ECEMBER 1, 1886. 135 Mr. P ARKER, from the Committee on the Judiciary, made an unfa vorable Report on ' A B ill to make slander a criminal offeuse and punishable as such. Which w as considered immediately, agreed to, and the Bill rejected. Mr. A NSEL, from the same Committee, made an unfavorable Report on A B ill to abolish the office of Register of Mesne Conveyances in the County of Greenville and devolve his duties upon the Clerk of the Court, as in other Counties. Which w as considered immediately, agreed to, and the Bill rejected. REPORTSP O SPECIAL COMMITTEES. The S PEAKER called for Reports of Special Committees. Mr. C LEVELAND, from the Special Committee composed of the Greenville Delegation, made a favorable Report ou A J oint Resolution to authorize and empower the County Commis sioners of Greenville to borrow money for certain purposes. Which w a3 ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. S TEWART, from the Special Committee composed of the York Delegation, made a favorable Report on A B ill to prohibit the County Commissioners of York County from granting aid to the outside poor except as herien provided. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. THIRD R EADING OF' BILLS. The f ollowing Bills from the Senate were severally read the third time, passed, the titles thereof changed to Acts, and ordered to be enrolled : A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Mount Pleasant and Seaview City Railway Company," approved December 21, A. D. 1885. A B ill to amend the charter of the Etiwan Phosphate Company. The following Bill was read the third time, passed, and ordered to be sent to the Senate : A B ill to incorporate the Commercial Savings Bank. The House proceeded to the consideration of the GENERAL O RDERS. A B ill to amend Section 2629 of the General Statutes of South Caro lina, relating to the drawing and term of service of Grand Jurors. A B ill to authorize the Foremen of Grand Juries to administer oaths to witnesses to be examined before Grand Juries. A B ill to amend Section 1 of an Act entitled "An Act to fix the times 136 W EDNESDAY, DECEMBER 1, 1886. for h olding of the Courts in the Seventh Circuit, so far as the same re lates to the Counties of Newberry and Spartanburg." PAPERS F ROM THE. SENATE. The Senate sent to this House Concurrent R esolution relating to Columbia Canal, authorizing the Joint Committee heretofore appointed to inquire whether it be practica ble to transfer the interest of the State to the City of Columbia. Which w as concurred in and ordered to be returned to the Senate. Also, A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to repeal an ordinance to prevent the erection of wooden buildings and to provide greater security against fires, and also certain portions of the Acts of the General Assem bly referring to the erection of wooden buildings in the City of Charles ton." Which w as read the first time and referred to a Special Committee composed of the Charleston Delegation.

FLEAVE O ABSENCE. Mr. S TANLAND asked and obtained leave of absence for Mr. Browning from Saturday 8 A. M. until Monday 8 P. M , to attend to business of great importance, Mr. R UTLAND asked and obtained leave of absence for his col league, Mr. Douglass, from Saturday 12 o'clock until Tuesday 10 o'clock. .Mr. S P. HAMILTON asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague, Mr. Wylie, from 12 o'clock Saturday until Monday evening next. Mr.. H F. WILSON asked and obtained leave of absence for his col league, Mr. Cain, on account of sickness. Mr. B ROWNING asked and obtained leave of absence for Mr. Boyle from Thursday until Saturday morning. Mr. H UDGENS asked and obtained leave of absence for his col league, Mr. Brown, from Saturday to Tuesday inclusive. Mr. P RINGLE asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague, Mr. Schaffer, from Saturday morning until Tuesday morning. Mr. A NCRUM asked and obtained leave »of absence for Mr. Hough for Friday and Saturday. Mr. B RAWLEY asked and obtained leave of absence for his col league, Mr. Hyde, for Saturday. Mr. H ILL asked and obtained leave of absence for his collea ue, Mr Wimberly, for Saturday next. THURSDAY, D ECEMBER 2, 1886. 137 Mr. N ORTON asked and obtained leave of absence for Mr. Miles for Saturday and Monday next. On m otion of Mr. PARKER, the House was adjourned at 2:35 P. M to meet to-morrow at 11 o'clock A. M.

THURSDAY, D ECEMBER 2, 1886.

At t he hour to which the House was adjourned the Clerk called the roll, when the SPEAKER took the chair, and, a quorum being present the Journal of yesterday's proceedings was read and confirmed. The S PEAKER called, in alphabetical order of Counties, for Peti tions, Memorials, Presentments of Grand Juries, Returns of Commis sioners, and such like papers, and for Resolutions, Bills or motions. On m otion of Mr. WIMBERLY, the call by Counties was dispensed with for this day. Mr. B LACKWELL introduced the following Concurrent Resolution: Resolved b y the House of Representatives, the Senate concurring, That a Joint Committee of three from the Senate and five from the House are hereby appointed to investigate the status of the phosphate interests of the State, with power to send for persons and papers and take testimony under oath, and to make a report thereon as soon as pos. sible, with a view to finding out what increase in the royalty, if any, can be safely imposed on rock belonging to the State.

Which w as agreed to and ordered to be sent to the Senate. The S PEAKER announced that Mr. Mears was added to the fol lowing additional Committees, to wit: State House and Ground, Commerce and Manufactures. Mr. M IMS presented Petitionf o citizens of Leesville, praying for no further legislation on the sale of liquor in the Town of Leesville, in the County of Lexington. Which was referred to the Judiciary Committee. Mr. ANSEL presented Petition o f Huguenot Mills, of the City of Greenville, to the House of Representatives of the State of South Carolina for amendment of their charter (with draft of Bill). Which w as referred to the Committee on Incorporations. 12— HJ 138 T HURSDAY, DECEMBER 2, 1886. .Mr. J P. THOMAS (Union) presented fPetition o the citizens of Union, in this State, in relation to prohibi tion in the said town. Which w as referred to the Judiciary Committee. Mr. IRBY presented fPetition o citizens of the County of Laurens to submit the question of license or no license to the qualified electors. Which w as referred to a Special Committee composed of the Laurens Delegation. Mr. P OPE asked leave of the House for the Special Committee on the Columbia Canal to sit to-morrow during the session of the House; which was granted. The S PEAKER laid before the House a Memorial of the Women's Christian Temperance Union of South Carolina, transmitted by the Board of Directors of the South Carolina Penitentiary. Which w as referred to the Committee on the Penitentiary. The S PEAKER laid before the House the following communication, which was considered immediately and agreed to :

Columbia, S . C, December 2, 1886. Hon. James Simons, Sfeaker House of Representatives. Dear S ir: The Columbia Division, Sons of Temperance, respectfully request the use of the Agricultural Hall on Friday evening, the 3d i ast., for the delivery of an address by Mrs. S. F. Chapin on the subject of temperance. Very r espectfully, yo\w obedient servant, .R. M ANDERSON, Worthy Patriarch C. D. S. T. The S PEAKER laid before the House the following communication, which was considered immediately and laid upon the table: Columbia, S . C, December 2, 1886. Hon. James Simons, Speaker House of Representatives. Dear S ir: The Columbia Division, Sons of Temperance, cordially invite you and the House of Representatives to be present in Agri cultural Hall on Friday evening, the 3d inst., at 7:30 o'clock, for the purpose of hearing an address by Mrs. S. F. Chapin on the subject of temperance. Very r espectfully, your obedient servant, R.. M ANDERSON, Worthy Patriarch S. of T. TIIURSDAY, D ECEMBER 2, 1886. 139 REPORTSF O STANDING COMMITTEES. The S PEAKER called for Reports Standing Committees. Mr. F ICKEN, from the Committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred Presentment of the Grand Jury of Abbeville County (June Term, 1886,) relating to the publication of annual reports of County officers, made a favorable Report and reported a Bill to fix the manner of publication of the annual statements of County officers. Which w as read the first time and ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. M ASON, from the Committee on Commerce and Manufactures, made a favorable Report on a Bill to amend Sections 1337 and 1342, of the General Statutes, relating to hawkers and peddlers. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. P ARKER, from the Committee on the Judiciary, made a favor able Report on A B ill to provide for the formation of certain corporations under General Statutes. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. D OUGLASS, from the same Committee, made a favorable Report with amendments, on A B ill to limit the number of Trial Justices in the several Counties of this State, to provide for fixing their territorial jurisdiction, and for the manner and amount of their compensation. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. The J udiciary Committee was discharged from further consideration of a Bill to change the law relating to Trial Justices. The same was withdrawn from the files of the House by Mr. HYDE. Mr. H UTSON, from the Committee on Education, made a favorable Report, with amendments, on A B ill to provide for the establishment of a new school district in Alarion County and to authorize the levy and collection of a local tax therein. Also, m ade a favorable Report on A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act for the establishment of a new school district in the County of Lexington, and to authorize the levy and collection of a special school tax therein," so as to reduce the area of said school district. Also, m ade an unfavorable Report on A B ill to amend Section 1042, Chapter XX, of the General Statutes, entitled "Of the University of South Carolina." Which w ere severally ordered for consideration to morrow. 140 T HURSDAY, DECEMBER 2, 1886. Mr. D AVENPORT, from the Committee on Claims, made a favora ble Report for amount of $75 on Claim of G. Duncan Bellinger for services as Solicitor. Mr. W ALKER, from same Committee, made a favorable Report on Petitionf o William Russell, to refund taxes, $5.47. Mr. B IGHAM, from same Committee, made a favorable Report on Petition o f B. W. Edwards for abatement of taxes for §49. Mr. S ARRATT, from same Committee, made a favorable Report on Claimf o B. F. Mauldin, executor of the estate of J. P. Reed, claim for interest from January, 1877, to July, 1878, on certificate of st ck. Mr. A USTELL, from same Committee, made a favorable Report on Reportf o members State Board of Equalization, recommending the payment of $64.60. Mr. G UESS, from same Committee, made a favorable Report on Claimf o Winthrop Williams for $30, as Clerk of State Board of Equalization. Mr. M cDANIEL made an unfavorable Report on Claimf o W. S. Tillinghast for services as Solicitor for the October Term, 1885, of the Court of Sessions for Hampton County for $100.00. Which w ere severally ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. A LDRICH, from the Committee on Incorporations, made a favorable Report on Petitionf o F. M. Bamberg, praying for privileges therein named, and reported A B ill to incorporate the Bamberg Banking Company, at Bamberg, South Carolina. Mr. C APPELMANN, from same Committtee, made a favorable Report and reported A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the News and Courier Company," approved the 17th day of December, A. D. 1881. Which w ere severally read the first time and ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. W HARTON, from the Committee on Agriculture, made an un favorable Report on A B ill to repeal the law authorizing agricultural liens. Mr. K EITT, from same Committee, made a favorable Report on A B ill to punish the stealing of melons, fruits, potatoes or turnips. Which w ere severally ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr.. W B. WILSON, Jr., from the Committee on Mines and Mining, made a favorable Report on A B ill to incorporate the Ashley Phosphate Company. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. THURSDAY, D ECEMBER 2, 1886. 141 REPORTSF O SPECIAL COMMITTEES. The SPEAKER called for Reports of Special Committees. Mr. DOUGLASS, from the Special Committee composed of the Fair field Delegation, made a favorable Report on 5A 3 ill to amend and renew the charter of the Town of Winnsboro. Which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. T INDAL, from the Special Committee composed of the Claren don Delegation, made a favorable Report on A B ill to authorize the County Commissioners of Clarendon County to borrow money for building and repairing bridges and support of the poor. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. A NCRUM, from the Special Committee composed of the Kershaw Delegation, made a favorable Report on A B ill to authorize and require the County Board of Examiners of Kershaw County to adopt a series of books for use in the public schools of said County. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. N ORTON, from the Special Committee composed of the Marion Delegation, made a favorable Report on A B ill to abolish the office of Master in Marion County. Which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. BILLS I NTRODUCED. Mr. SARRATT, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to prohibit any corporation from charging for the weighing of cotton more than the actual cost of weighing the same. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Agriculture. IGMr. B HAM, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to amend Section 1015 of the General Statutes, so as to require the apportionment of the income of the school fund to be made among the several school districts in proportion to the number of pupils actually residing in each. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Education. Mr. L ESE3NE, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to amend Section 68 of the General Statutes of South Caro lina, relating to phosphate deposits. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee ou Mines and Mining. 142 T HURSDAY, DECEMBER 2, 1886. Mr. N ORTON, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to ascertain and fix the liabilities of common carriers. Which was read the first time and referred to the Committee on Rail roads. Mr. C LEVELAND, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House introduced A B ill to provide for the manner of filling vacancies in the Senate and House of Representatives. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Privileges and Elections. Mr.. J P. THOMAS (Union), pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to prohibit the sale of spirituous liquors in the Tovvn of Union, in this State," approved December 26, A. D. 1884 Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Jdiciary. Mr.. T E. MILLER, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to amend Sections 108, 110, 111, 115, 116, 117, Chapter VIII, of the General Statutes. Said Chapter provides for "The Manner of Conducting Elections and Returning Votes." Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Privileges and Elections. Mr. P RINGLE, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, in troduced A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to regulate the admission of foreign surety companies to do business in this State," approved De cember 26, 1884, so far as same affects clerks and officers of banks and banking institutions. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr.. L P. MILLER introduced a Concurrent Resolution to improve the navigation of Broad, Saluda and Congaree Rivers. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. B ROWNING, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to exempt a certain section of Berkeley County from the operations of Chapter XXVII, Title X, of the General Statutes, relating to the General Stock Law. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Agriculture. THURSDAY, D ECEMBER 2, 1886. 143 Mr. I RBY, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to change the name of Hume Leon Delehay to Hume Leon Burdine, and enable him to inherit from Martin H. Burdine in case of intestacy. Which w as referred to the Judiciary Committee. Mr. I RBY, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to amend and renew the charter of the Town of Laurens. Which was read the first time and referred to the Committee on Incor porations. Mr. E ASLEY, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to regulate the compensation of certain County officers in Pickens County. Which w as referred to a Special Committee composed of the Pickens Delegation.

THIRD R EADING. The f ollowing Bills were severally read the third time, passed, and ordered to be sent to the Senate : A B ill to amend 'Section 481 of the General Statutes of the State of South Carolina, in reference to the salary of Lieutenant Governor. A B ill to amend Section 2629 of the General Statutes of South Caro lina, relating to the drawing and term of service of Grand Jurors. A B ill to authorize the Foremen of Grand Juries to administer oaths to witnesses to be examined before Grand Juries. A B ill to amend Section 1 of an Act entitled "An Act to fix the times for holding of the Courts in the Seventh Circuit, so far as the same relates to the Counties of Newberry and Spartanburg." The H ouse proceeded to the consideration of the GENERAL O RDERS. The f ollowing Bills were severally read the second time and ordered for third readings to-morrow : A B ill relating to the compensation and duties of certain of the County officers in and for the County and City of Charleston. A B ill to repeal an Act entitled "An Act to prohibit the sale of spiritu ous and malt liquors within the County of Barnwell," approved Decem ber 21, A. D. 1885. A B ill to exempt certain portions of Georgetown County from the 144 T HURSDAY, DECEMBER 2, 1886. operations o f Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes, relating to the General Stock Law and fencing land. A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to provide for the establish ment of a new school district in the County of Darlington, to be known as the School District of the Town of Timmonsville, and to authorize the levy and collection of a local school tax therein," approved Decem ber 24, 1883. A B ill to enlarge the boundaries of School District No. 17, Fairfield County, and make two school districts thereof. A J oint Resolution to provide for the payment of the expenses incurred by the Board of Visitors of the South Carolina Military Academy in the repairs of the Citadel building. A B ill to define and prescribe the manner of appointing Commis sioners and the issuing of the writ for "the admeasurement of dower in the Circuit Courts. A B ill to amend Section 18 of the Code of Procedure, relating to the time for holding the Circuit Courts in the First Circuit. A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to charter the Chester and Camden Railroad Company." A B ill to incorporate the Supreme Council of the Sons of the Elect. A B ill to incorporate the Atlantic Self Endowment and Benevolent Association of America. A B ill to charter the News and Courier Job Printing Company. A B ill to incorporate the Town of Harlin City, in Orangeburg County. A B ill to amend Section 7 of an Act to require foreign co-operative assessment companies to comply with the Insurance Laws of the State, and to clearly define who shall be considered agents of insurance com panies, approved December 24th, 1883. A B ill to change the name of Texia Kelly to that of Texia Stroud, and to enable her to inherit from Newton J. Stroud. A B ill to change the name of Beulah Jane Galloway to that of Beulah Jane Dowling, and to enable her to inherit from S. S. Dowling. A B ill to amend the charter of the Eutawville Railroad Company. A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to amend Section 1830 of the General Statutes, in relation to partition," approved December 26, 1885. A J oint Resolution on a Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to Article X of the Constitution of the State of South Carolina, ratified 16th of April, 1868, striking out Section 2 thereof. A B ill to repeal the Lien Law was made the Special Order of the Day for Tuesday next at 1 o'clock P. M. A B ill to amend Sections 2234, 2235 and 2248 of the General Statutes of South Carolina, relating to the constitution, pay and duties of Jury THURSDAY, D ECEMBER 2, 1886. 145 Commissioners, w as read the second time and ordered to be engrossed for a third reading. A B ill to allow defendants in criminal cases to examine by commis sioners their witnesses residing beyond the limits of this State was read the second time, the title changed so as to read A B ill to allow defendants in cases of felonies to examine by com missioners their witnesses residing beyond the limits of the State, and was ordered to be engrossed for a third reading. A B ill to create a fund to be designated the Treasury Reserve Fund, and to provide for the control of the same, was made the Special Order for to-morrow immediately after the third reading of Bills. A B ill proposing an amendment to Sections 2 and 3 of Article 4 of the Constitution of the State of South Carolina, ratified April 16, 1868, was made the Special Order for to-morrow at 1 o'clock P. M. A J oint Resolution to provide for calling a Constitutional Convention to revise, amend and change the Constitution of the State of South Carolina as ratified by the people on the 16th day of April, 1868, was made the Special Order for Thursday, the 9 th, immediately after the third reading Bills. A B ill to provide for the more speedy and efficacious payment of the per diem and mileage of jurors and witnesses in Kershaw County was read the second time, and, on motion, the debate was adjourned until to-morrow.

LEAVEF O ABSENCE.

Mr. F ICKEN asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague, Mr. Cappelmann, for Monday, December 6th, 1886. Mr. D ANTZLER asked and obtained leave of absence for his col league, Mr. Raysor, from Saturday afternoon until Tuesday next. Mr. M AHER asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague, Mr. Morrall, from Saturday until Tuesday next, on account of sickness in his family. Mr. B YRD asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague, Mr. King, for Saturday next. Mr.OX F asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague-, Mr. Hill, from Saturday until Monday evening.

NOTICESF O BILLS.

Mr. A LDRICH gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A Bill to amend Section 19 of the Code of Civil Procedure, and the 146 T HURSDAY, DECEMBER 2, 1886. amendment t hereto, relating to the time of holding of Courts in the Second Circuit. Mr. A NSEL gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to exempt certain manufactories from County and municipal taxes in Greenville County. Also, A B ill to authorize the County Commissioners of Greenville County to fund certain bonds issued in aid of the Air Line Railroad falling due in 1877. Mr. A NSEL gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A J oint Resolution authorizing the County Commissioners of Green ville County to use the surplus taxes now on hand for 1885, raised for interest on the Greenville and Laurens Railroad Company, to the pay ment of the past indebtedness of said County. Mr. B RAWLEY gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend an Act prescribing the mode of divesting the rights of dower of insane married women. Mr. B ROOKER gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to change the voting precincts in Lexington County. Mr. C AUSEY gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to exempt certain portions of Hampton County from the opera tions of Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes, relating to the General Stock Law and fencing stock. Mr. D AVENPORT gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to abolish attorney's cost in cases of appeal from Trial Justice Court. Mr. G ARY gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend Section 1857 of the General Statutes, relating to the testing of wills, and to settle questions of title arising thereunder. Mr. G RAHAM gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend 'Section 2356 of the General Statutes, relating to liens on buildings and lands. Mr. H UTSON gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend Section 356 of the Code of Procedure. \

THURSDAY, D ECEMBER 2, 1886. 147 Mr. I RBY gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to abolish the office of Master in Laurens County. Mr. J ORDAN gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introdece A B ill to incorporate the Water Supply Company of Aiken. Mr. K EITT gave notice that to morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to amend Section one thousand six hundred and ninety-four (1694) of the General Statutes, relating to game birds." Mr. L EAGUE gave notice that to morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to incorporate the Town of Fountain Inn, in Greenville County. Mr. M IMS gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to repeal so much of the law as relates to commutation road tax for Lexington County. Mr. T INDAL gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to authorize the Board of Agriculture to establish an experi mental farm and station in South Carolina. Mr. B EARD gave notice that to morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to exempt certain portions of Oconee County from the opera tions of the Stock Law.

PAPERS F ROM THE SENATE. The S enate sent to this House A B ill relating to the reassessment of real property and the collection of taxes in certain portions of the Counties of Charleston, Berkeley and Colleton. Which w as read the first time, ordered to be placed on the Calendar without reference, and ordered to be printed. The f ollowing Message was received from the Senate :

In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 2, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it has appointed Messrs. Sligh, Patterson and MeMaster a Committee on the part of the Senate provided for in Concurrent Resolution in relation to 148 F RIDAY, DECEMBER 3, 1886. investigating t he number of sites upon the Columbia Canal, and so forth. Very respectfully, &c, .W. L MAULDIN, President of the Senate. The S enate also sent to this House Concurrent R esolution relating to furnishing copies of Acts to the United States Court. Which w as concurred in and ordered to be returned to the Senate. Also, Concurrent R esolution relating to the repeal of the ten per cent, tax on circulation of State banks. Which w as concurred in and ordered to be returned to the Senate. On m otion of Mr. RUTLAND, the House was adjourned at 2:45 o'clock P. M., to meet to-morrow at 10 o'clock A. M.

FRIDAY, D ECEMBER 3, 1886.

At t he hour to which the House was adjourned the Clerk called the roll, when the SPEAKER took the chair, and, a quorum being present, the Journal of yesterday's proceedings was read and confirmed. PAPERS F ROM THE SENATE. The S enate sent to this House the following Concurrent Resolution : A Concurrent Resolution in relation to agricultural encampment of the S tates of South Carolina, North Carolina, Alabama, Georgia and Tennessee, a t Spartanburg. Also, A C oncurrent Resolution to authorize and require the Attorney Gene ral to take steps to recover the amount due the State by Corbin & Stone. Also, A C oncurrent Resolution upon the Memorial of the City Council of Charleston, relating to the jetties in Charleston Harbor. Which w ere severally considered immediately and ordered to be returned to the Senate with concurrence. On m otion of Mr. READY, the vote by which Concurrent Resolution in relation to agricultural encampment at Spartanburg was sent to the FRIDAY, D ECEMBER 3, 1886. 149 Senate w ith concurrence was reconsidered and the Concurrent Resolution was referred to the Committee on Agriculture. .Mr. H F. WILSON offered a Concurrent Resolution relating to the election of a Judge for the Third Circuit and a Superintendent of the Penitentiary. Which w as considered immediately and ordered for consideration to morrow. The S PEAKER called, in alphabetical order of Counties, for Peti tions, Memorials, Presentments of Graud Juries, Returns of Commis sioners, and such like papers, and for Resolutions, Bills or motions. On m otion of Mr. A. F. O'BRIEN, the call by Counties was dispensed with for this day. Mr. B RAWLEY presented Petition f or charter for the Ashley Phosphate Railroad, (with draft of Bill.) Which w as referred to the Committee on Railroads. Mr. SIMPSON presented Petition ( with draft of Bill) to amend the charter of Glenn Springs Railroad Company. Which w as referred to the Committee on Railroads. Also, presented Petition, w ith draft of Bill, for a charter to incorporate the Congaree Construction Company. Which w as referred to the Committee on Incorporations. Mr. NORTON presented Petition, w ith draft of Bill, to amend charter of Eastern South Caro lina Railroad Company. Which w as referred to the Committee on Railroads. Mr. M cKISSICK presented , Claim of R. M. Stokes. Which w as referred to the Committee on Claims. Mr. D EAN presented the following Resolution :

Whereas t he Committee on Public Buildings has been notified that the Governor's Mansion is in need of repairs and furniture to render it habitable, Resolved, T hat said Committee be, and are hereby, empowered to have the architect of the State House make specification and estimate of cost of such repairs as are necessary, aud be allowed to report by Bill or otherwise.

Which w as considered immediately and agreed to. 150 F RIDAY, DECEMBER 3, 188G. REPORTSF O STANDING COMMITTEES. The S PEAKER called for Reports of Standing Committees. Mr. PARKER, from the Committee on the Judiciary, made a favor able Report on A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to prohibit the sale of spirituous liquors in the Town of Union, in this State," approved December 26th, 1884. Also, m ade a favorable Report, with amendment, on A B ill to amend Section 2518 of the General Statutes, in relation to barter in seed cotton. Also, m ade a favorable Report on A B ill to ratify the amendment to Article II of the Constitution, by substituting 4 and 5, a Section to be known as Section 4. Also, made a favorable Report on A B ill to regulate the issuing and service of warrants in criminal cases. Which w ere severally ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. BRAWLEY, from the same Committee, made an unfavorable Report on A B ill to fix the fee for dieting prisoners in County Jails. Also, made an unfavorable Report on A B ill to regulate the Sheriff's fees for dieting prisoners in the County Jails of this State. Which w ere severally ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. G ARY, from the same Committee, made an unfavorable Report on A B ill to authorize the appointment of a Trial Justice for Batesburg, in the County of Lexington, with jurisdiction in Aiken and Edgefield. Which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. Also, made a favorable Report on A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to regulate the admission of foreign surety companies to do business in this State," approved December 26, 1884, so far as the same affects clerks and officers of banks and banking institutions. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. D OUGLASS, from same Committee, made a favorable Report on A Bill to authorize the Town Council of Winnsboro,to issue additional bonds for the purpose of rebuilding, repairing and improving Mount Zion College of said town, to provide for the interest accruing thereon, and for the payment of said bonds. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. FRIDAY, D ECEMBER 3, 1886. 151 Mr. B URKE, from same Committee, made au unfavorable Report on A Bill to amend Section 2084 of the General Statutes, relating to violation of contracts. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr.. W B. WILSON, Jr., from same Committee, made an unfavorable Report on A B ill to amend Section 1758 of the General Statutes, in relation to licenses for circus and traveling shows. Mr. R AYSOR, from same Committee, made a favorable Report on A B ill to amend Section 2160 of the Geueral Statutes, relating to attorneys, solicitors and counsellors. Which w ere severally ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. S IMPSON, from same Committee, made a favorable Report on A B ill to provide for the transportation of convicts from the several Counties in this State to the State Penitentiary. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. P ARKER asked that the Judiciary Committee be discharged from further consideration of a Bill to prohibit the sale of liquors in the Town of Leesville, which was granted, and the same was referred to a Special Committee composed of the Lexington Delegation. Mr. M AHER, from the Committee on Railroads, to whom was referred the Petition of the Port Royal and Western Carolina Railroad Com pany, made a favorable Report and reported A B ill to be entitled "An Act to confer certain rights upon the Port Royal and Western Carolina Railway Company, to wit, to mortgage its corporate property and franchise to extend its railway and to lease con necting railways." Which w as read thefirst time and ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. W THARTON, from the Committee on Agriculture, to whom was referred a Bill to regulate the traffic in seed cotton. Which w as ordered for consideration to morrow. Mr. A LDRICH, from the Committee on Incorporations, to whom'was referred the Petition of the Huguenot Mills, of the City of Greenville, for amendment of their charter, made a favorable Report and reported A B ill to amend au Act entitled "An Act to incorporate Huguenot Mills." Which w as read the first time and ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. R UTLAND, from the Committee on Offices and Officers, to whom was referred a Bill to require the Governor to appoint one and the same person Supervisor of Registration and Jury Commissioner in each County, aud to provide a salary for the same, made a favorable Report, with amendment, which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. W HARTON, from the Committee on Agriculture, to whom was 152 F RIDAY, DECEMBER 3, 1886. referred a B ill to provide for the taxation of dogs in this State and to direct the appropriation of said tax, made an unfavorable Report, which was recommitted to the Committee on Agriculture. Mr. H UTSON, from the Committee on Education, to whom was referred a Bill to empower and require the County Board of Examiners of Georgetown County to close the public schools of said County for the scholastic year 1880-87 and to authorize the appropriation of the school funds of that year to expenses of the scholastic year 1887-88, made a favorable Report, which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. O TT, from the Medical Committee, to whom was referred a Bill to authorize the State Board of Health to sell the present site of the Quarantine Station at Port Royal and to purchase another, made a favorable Report, which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. R UTLAND, from the Committee on Roads, Bridges and Ferries, to whom was referred a Bill to prohibit the obstruction of navigation by bridges over and across rivers in this State, made a favorable Report, which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. R ANKIN, from the Committee on Offices and Officers, to whom was referred a Bill to establish the office of Register of Mesne Convey ance for the County of Spartanburg, made a favorable Report, which was ordered for consideration to-morrow.

REPORTSF O SPECIAL COMMITTEES.

The S PEAKER called for Reports of Special Committees. Mr. J OHNSON, from the Special Committee consisting of the Pickens Delegation, to whom was referred a Bill to regulate the compensation of certain County officers in Pickens County, made a favorable Report, which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. M OSES, from the Special Committee consisting of the Sumter Del egation, to whom was referred a Bill to restrict the duties of County Commissioners of Sumter County as to paupers, made a favorable Report, which was ordered for consideration to-morrow.

BILLS R EJECTED.

A B ill to enable Thomas Gandy Williams to apply for admission to the bar. A B ill to amend Section 310 of the Code of Procedure, as ratified December 24, 1885, relating to judgments. A B ill to repeal Section 2 of an Act entitled "An Act to prescribe the priorities of certain statutory liens. FRIDAY, D ECEMBER 3, 1886. ' 153

BILLS I NTRODUCED.

Mr.. L B. O'BRYAN, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to create a school district of that portiou of Barnwell County lying within the corporate limits of the Town of Allendale. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Edu cation. Mr. G ARY, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced - A B ill authorizing a Circuit Judge to direct refreshments to be fur nished to a jury. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. H UTSON, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to amend Section 356 of the Code of Procedure, in relation to appeals to the Supreme Court. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. D AVENPORT, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to abolish attorneys' costs in cases of appeal from Trial Justice Courts. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Agriculture. Mr. I RBY, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to repeal Sections 781 and 782 of the General Statutes, so far as the same relates to the County of Laurens, and to provide for the dis position of the funds in the hands of the Master. Which w as read the first time and referred to a Special Committee composed of the Laurens Delegation. Mr. P LOWDEN, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to amend Section 1687 of the General Statutes, relating to the hunting of deer. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Agri culture. Mr. - GRAHAM, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to amend Section 2356 of the General Statutes, relating to liens on buildings and lands. 13— HJ 154 F RIDAY, DECEMBER 3, 1886. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Judiciary Com mittee. Mr. A NSEL, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A J oint Resolution to authorize the County Commissioners of Green ville County to apply the surplus of taxes raised to pay interest on bonds subscribed to the Greenville and Laurens Railroad Company to the past indebtedness of said County. Which w as read the first time and referred to a Special Committee composed of the Greenville Delegation. Also, A B ill to encourage manufactures in the County of Greenville. Which was read the first time and referred to the Committee on Com merce and Manufactures. Also, A B ill to authorize the Board of County Commissioners of Greenville County to issue coupon bonds for the purpose of refunding the indebt edness of said County, falling due in July, 1887, upon bonds issued in aid of the Atlanta and Richmond Air Line Railway Company, or to borrow money to pay off same. Which w as read the first time and referred to a Special Committee composed of the Greenville Delegation. Mr. G ARY, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to amend Section 1857 of the General Statutes, relating to the testing of wills, and to .settle questions of title arising thereunder. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. B RAWLEY, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to amend an Act prescribing the mode of divesting the right of dower of insane married women, approved December 23d, 1885. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. N ELSON, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, in troduced A B ill to reduce the number of Trial Justices in Kershaw County and make the office a salaried one. Which w as read the first time and referred to a Special Committee composed of the Kershaw Delegation. FRIDAY, D ECEMBER 3, 1886. 155 Mr. J ORDAN, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, in troduced A B ill to regulate criminal practice in the Courts of General Sessions in this State. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. C HANDLER, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to prescribe and fix the amount of the bond of the Judge of Probate of Williamsburg County. Which w as read the first time and referred to a Special Committee composed of the Williamsburg Delegation: Mr. W ASHINGTON, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to amend Section 1731 of Chapter LV of the General Statutes of South Carolina, relative to the sale of spirituous or intoxicating liquors in Beaufort County. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. D OUGLASS introduced the following Concurrent Resolution : Bet i Resolved by the Howe of Representatives, the Senate concurring, That the Senators and Representatives of this State in Congress be requested to urge the passage of the House Bill No. 2933, in the Forty- ninth Congress, beim* a Bill to establish "Agricultural Experiment Sta tions in connection with the Colleges established in the several States, under the provisions of an Act approved July second, eighteen hundred and sixty-two, and of the Acts supplemeutary thereto." Which w as agreed to and ordered to be sent to the Senate for con currence. Mr. G ARY, without notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to further regulate the payment of phosphate royalty. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Ways and Means. Mr. R EADY, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to limit the number of Trial Justices in Edgefield County, fix their territorial jurisdiction and provide for their compensation. Which w as read the first time and referred to a Special Committee composed of the Edgefield Delegation. .Mr. B F. MILLER, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House introduced A B ill to amend Section 1 of an Act entitled "An Act to prohibit the 156 F KIDAY, DECEMBER 3, 1886. salef o spirituous or intoxicating liquors within the corporate limits of the Town of Lancaster, in Lancaster County, approved February 9, 1882. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. D OUGLASS, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced . A B ill to amend Section 5 of an Act entitled "An Act to limit the number of Trial Justices in Fairfield County, fix their territorial juris diction and provide for their compensation. Which w as read the first time and referred to a Special Committee composed of the Fairfield Delegation. Mr. R ANKIN, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to exempt certain portious of Chesterfield County from the operation of Chapter XXVII of the Oeueral Statutes, relating to the Stock Law. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Agri culture. Mr. B ROOKER, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to change the voting precincts in Lexington County. Which w as read the first time aud referred to the Committee on Privileges and Elections. Mr. S IMPSON, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced . A B ill to amend Sections 1 aud 2 of an Act entitled "An Act to char ter the Town of Wellf'ord, in the County of Spartanburg and State of South Carolina," approved February 9, 1882. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Incor porations. LEAVEF O ABSENCE. Mr. R UTLAND asked and obtained leave of absence for his col league, Mr. Brice, from Saturday 12 o'clock M. to Tuesday 10 o'clock A. M. Mr. D OUGLASS asked and obtained leave of absence for his col league, Mr. Rutland, from Saturday 12 M. to Tuesday morning. Mr. P EURIFOY asked and obtained leave of absence for Mr. Black- well for Saturday and Monday. Mr. T HOMAS, of Union, asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague, Mr. McKissick, for Saturday aud Monday next. FRIDAY, D ECEMBER 3, 1886. 157 Mr. D ANTZLER asked and obtained leave of absence for his" col league, Mr. Jones, from Saturday until Tuesday. Mr. B LACK asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague, Mr. Mason, for three days, from and including this day. Mr. F ICKEN asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague, Mr. Barkley, until Monday next. Mr.OX F asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague, Mr. Hill, from to-morrow until Monday evening. Mr. B ROWNING asked and obtained leave of absence for his col league, Mr. Stanland, from Saturday morning until Monday at 10 A. M. Mr. M AHER asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague, Mr. Black, from Saturday until Monday next. FNOTICES U BILLS. Mr. C ONNORS gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend the charter of the Town of Lancaster, so as to em power the Town Council to elect a public cotton weigher and to pro vide for his compensation. Mr. D AVENPORT gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to prohibit Trial Justices who receive salaries in criminal busi ness to charge or receive any fee. Mr. D EAN gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to provide for the disbursement of taxes laid and collected on certain railroad properties in certain Counties, townships, cities and towns in this State. Also, A B ill to reduce the present fees of the Clerk of Court, Sheriff, and Recorder of Mesne Conveyance for Spartanburg County. Mr. E VANS gave notice that to morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to charter Antioch Church, in Marlborough County. Mr. G RAHAM gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to make certain breaches of contract criminal and punishable as such. Mr. H ASKELL gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to provide for the payment of certain State stocks. Also, , A B ill to ratify the amendment to Section 14, Article IX, of the Con stitution of South Carolina. 158 F RIDAY, DECEMBER 3, 1886. JVfr. L EAGUE gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to regulate the fees and costs of Trial Justices and Constables in Greenville County. Also, A B ill to require all convicts sentenced to imprisonment for two years or less to be kept in the Counties where convicted and work on the pub lic roads.' Also, A B ill to amend the law as to the commutation tax for working the public roads. Mr. L ESESNE gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to provide for the trial of criminal cases in the Supreme Court. Mr. M AHER gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to create a school district within the Township of Barnwell, in Barnwell County, to be known as " The Barnwell Graded School Dis trict." Also, • A B ill to incorporate the Town of Barnwell. Mr. P ARKER gave notice that to morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend Section 323 of the Code of Procedure. Also, , A B ill to regulate the sale of seed cotton in Abbeville County under license. Mr. S TEWART gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introdece A B ill to authorize and empower the County Commissioners of York County to pay certain claims out of the common County fund, and to levy and collect from the several townships therein mentioned taxes sufficient to reimburse the County. Also, A B ill to prohibit the sale of spirituous and malt liquors within the the Town of Black's. PAPERS F ROM THE SENATE. The Senate sent to this House A B ill relating to the compensation and duties of certain of the County officers in and for the County and City of Charleston. FRIDAY, D ECEMBER 3, 1886. 159 Also, A B ill amending the charter of the Eutawville Railroad Company. Also, A B ill to incorporate the Commercial Savings Bank. Also, A B ill to amend an Act entitled " An Act to incorporate the Black- ville and Alston Railroad Company," approved December 24, A. D. 1885. Which w ere severally read the first time and were severally ordered to be placed on the Calendar without reference and without printing. THIRD R EADING. ' M r. COBB, from the Committee on Engrossed Bills, reported the following Bills as correctly engrossed for third readings, which were respectively read the third time, passed, and ordered to be sent to the Senate, to wit: A B ill to limit the number of Trial Justices in York County, fix their territorial jurisdiction and to provide for their compensation. A B ill to amend the charter of the Holy Communion Church Insti tute of Charleston. The f ollowing Bills were respectively read the third time, passed, and ordered to be sent to the Senate : A B ill relating to the compensation and duties of certain of the County officers in and for the County and City of Charleston. A B ill to repeal an Act entitled "An Act to prohibit the sale of spi rituous and malt liquors within the County of Barnwell," approved December 21, A. D. 1885. A B ill to exempt certain portions of Georgetown County from the operations of Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes, relating to the General Stock Law and fencing stock. A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to provide for the establish ment of a new school district in the County of Darlington, to be known as the School District of the Town of Timmonsville, and to authorize the levy and collection of a local school tax therein," approved Decem ber 24, 1883. A B ill to enlarge the boundaries of School District No. 17, Fairfield County, and make two school districts thereof. A J oint Resolution to provide for the payment of the expenses incurred by the Board of Visitors of the South Carolina Military Academy in the repairs of the Citadel building. A B ill to define and prescribe the manner of appointing Commis I6O F RIDAY, DECEMBER 3, 188G. sioners a nd the issuing of the writ for the admeasurement of dower in the Circuit Courts. A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to charter the Chester and Camden Railroad Company." A B ill to incorporate the Supreme Council of the Sons of the Elect. A B iil to incorporate the Atlantic Self Endowment and Benevolent Association of America. A B ill to charter the News and Courier Job Printing Company. A B ill to incorporate the Town of Harlin City, in Orangeburg County. A B ill to amend Section 7 of an Act to require foreign co-operative assessment companies to comply with the Insurance Laws of the State, and to clearly define who shall be considered agents of insurance compa nies, approved December 24, 1883. , • A B ill to change the name of Texia Kelly to that of Texia Stroud, and to enable her to inherit from Newton J. Stroud. A B ill to cnange the name of Beulah Jane Galloway to that of . Beulah Jane Dowling, aud to enable her to inherit from S. S. Dowling. A B ill to amend the charter of the Eutawville Railroad Company. A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to amend Section 1830 of the General Statutes, in relation to partition," approved December 26, 1885. The f ollowing Bill from the Senate, to wit: To a mend Section 18 of the Code of Procedure, relating to the time of holding the Circuit Courts of the First Circuit. Was r ead the third time, passed, the title changed to an Act, and ordered to be enrolled. The H ouse proceeded to the consideration of the GENERAL O RDERS. A B ill to amend Section 1731 of the General Statutes, relating to sale of spirituous liquors, was read the second time. Mr. R AYSOR moved to strike out the enacting words of the Bill. The q uestion being put: "Will the House agree thereto?" it was decided in the negative. Yeas,3 5 ; nays, 55. Those w ho voted in the affirmative were : Hon. J ames Simons, Speaker, and Messrs. Aldrich, Aucrum, Barkley, Baxter, Black, Brawley, Burke, Byrd, Cappelmann, Causey, Chandler, Cobb, Connors, Douglass, Dukes, Easley, Ficken, Guess, S. P. Hamilton, Harper, Haskell, Hutson, Hyde, Jones, Kershaw, King, Lee, Lesesne, Maher, Mears, McHugh, McKissick, Thomas E. Miller, Mims, Morrall, Moses, Nelson, A. F. O'Brien, L. B. O'Bryan, Ott, Padgett, Pringle, FRIDAY, D ECEMBER 3, 1886. 161 Raysor, R ue, Seegers, Scbaffer, Stanland, John P. Thomas of Richland, Toale, J. Frost Walker, Washington aud H. Frank Wilson. — 53. Those who voted in the negative were: Messrs. A nsel, Archer, Austell, Barmore, Beard, Bigham, Boozer, Brice, Brooker, Brown, Browning, Buck, Cain, Chalmers, Cleveland, Daniels, Dantzler, Davenport, Dean, Drake, Evans, Fox, Gary, Graham, John D. Hamilton, Hickman, Hill, Hudgeus, Irby, Johnston, Jordan, Keitt, League, Mars, McClintock, McDaniel, Miles, B. F. Miller, Nor ton, Peurifoy, Plowden, Rankin, Ready, Robinson, Rutland, Sarratt, Simpson, Stewart, J. P. Thomas of Union, Turner, W. M. Walker, Wharton, W B. Wilson, Jr., Wimberly and Young. — 55. So t he House refused to strike out the enacting words of the Bill. Mr. A LDRICH moved that the further consideration of the Bill be made the Special Order of the Day for Tuesday next immediately after the third reading of Bills. The q uestion being put: "Will the House agree thereto?" it was decided in the negative. Those w ho voted in the affirmative were : Hon. J ames Simons, Speaker, and Messrs. Aldrich, Ancrum, Bark- ley, Baxter, Blackwell, Black, Browning, Burke, Byrd, Cappelmann, Causey, Cobb, Cimnors, Douglass, Dukes, Easley, Ficken, Guess, Harper, Hutson, Hyde, Jones, King, Lee, Lesesue, Maher, Mears, McHugh, Thomas E Miiler, Mim3, Morrall, Moses, Nelson, A. F. O'Brien, S. B. O'Bryan, Padgett, Pringle, Raysor, Rue, Seegers, Schaffer, Toale, J. Frost Walker, Washington and H. Frank Wilson. — 46. Those w ho voted in the negative were: Messrs. A nsel, Archer, Austell, Barmore, Beard, Bigham, Boozer, Brawley, Brice, Brooker, Brown, Buck, Cain, Chalmers, Chandler, Cleveland, Daniels, Dantzler, Davenport, Dean, Drake, Evans, Fox, Graham, John D. Hamilton, S. P. Hamilton, Haskell, Hickman, Hill, Hudgens, Irby, Johnston, Jordan, Keitt, Kershaw, League, Mars, McClintock, McDaniel, McKissick, Miles, B. F. Miller, Norton, Ott, Peurifoy, Plowden, Raukin, Ready, Robinson, Rutland, Sarratt, Simp- son, Stanland, ^Stewart, John P. Thomas of Richland, J. P. Thomas of Union, Turner, W. M. Walker, Wharton, W. B. Wilson, Jr., Wimberly and Young. — 62. So t he House refused to agree to the motion. Mr.. A F. O'BRIEN called the previous question, which was sus tained. The q uestion being put: "Shall the Bill be ordered to a third read ing," it was decided in the negative. Yeas, 53 ; nays, 56. • Those w ho voted in the affirmative were : 14— HJ 162 F KIDAY, DECEMBER 3, 1886. Messrs. A nsel, Archer, Austell, Barmore, Beard, Bigham, Boozer, Brice, Brooker, Brown. Buck, Cain, Chalmers, Cleveland, Daniels, Dantzler, Davenport, Dean, Drake. P^vans, Fox, Graham, John D. Hamilton, Hickman, Hill, Hudgeus, Irhy, Johnston, Jordan, Keitt, League, Mars, McClintock, McDaniel, McKissick, Miles, B. F. Miller, Nor ton, Parker, Peurifoy, Plowden, Rankin, Ready, Rutland, Sarratt Simp son, Stewart, J. P. Thomas, of Union, Turner, Wharton, W. B. Wilson, Jr., Wimherly and Young. — 53. Those w ho voted in the negative were: Hon. J ames Simon's, Speaker, and Messrs. Abney, Aldrich, Ancrum, Barkley, Baxter, Blackwell, Black, Brawley, Browning, Burke, Byrd, Cappelmann, Causey ,Chandler,Cobb, Connors, Douglass, DuBose, Dukes, Easley, Ficken, Guess, S. P. Hamilton, Harper, Haskell, Hutson, Hyde, Jones, Kershaw, King, Lee, Lesesne, Maher, Mears, McHugh, Mims, Morrall, Moses, Nelson, A. F. O'Brien, L. B. O'Bryan, Ott, Padgett, Pringle, Raysor, Rue, Seegers, Schaffer, Stan land, John P. Thomas, of Richland, Toale, J. Frost Walker, W. M. Walmer, Washington and H. Frank Wilson— 56. So t he House refused to order the Bill to a second reading. Mr.. A F. O'BRIEN moved to reconsider the vote by which the House refused to order the Bill to a third reading, and that that motion be laid on the table. The q uestion being put: "Will the House agree thereto ? " it was decided in the affirmative. Those w ho voted in the affirmative were: Hon. J ames Simons, Speaker, and Messrs. Abney, Aldrich, Ancrum, Barkley, Baxter, Blackwell, Black, Brawley, Browning, Burke, Byrd, Cain, Cappelmann, Cause)', Chandler, Cobb, Connors, Douglass, DuBose, Dukes, Easley, Ficken, Guess, S. P. Hamilton, Harper, Haskell, Hutson, Hyde, Jones, Kershaw, King, Lee, Lesesne, Maher, Mears, McHugh, McKissick, Mims, Morrall, Moses, Nelson, A. F. O'Brien, L. B. O'Bryan, Oit, Padgett, Pringle, Raysor, Rue, Seegers, Schaffer, Stan- land, John P. Thomas of Richland, Toale, J. Frost Walker, Wash ington and H. Frank Wilson.— 57. Those w ho voted in the negative were : Messrs A nsel, Archer, Austell, Barmore, Beard, Bigham, Boozer, Brice, Brooker, Brown, Buck, Chalmers, Cleveland, Daniels, Dantzler, Davenport, Dean, Drake, Evans, Fox, Graham, John D. Hamilton, Hickman, Hill, Hudgens, Irby, Johnston, Jordan, Keitt, League, Mars, McClintock, McDaniel, Miles, B. F. Miller, Norton, Parker, Peurifoy, Plowden, Rankin, Ready, Robinson, Rutland, Sarratt, Simpson, Stewart, SATURDAY, D ECEMBER 4, 1886. 163 .J. P Thomas of Union, Turner, W. M. Walker, Wharton, W. B. Wil son, Jr., Wimberly and Young. — 53. So the motion was agreed to. On m otion of Mr. SEEGERS, the House was adjourned at 2:45 P. M., to meet to-morrow at 10 o'clock A. M.

SATURDAY, D ECEMBER 4, 1886.

At t he hour to which the House was adjourned the Clerk called the roll, when the SPEAKER took the chair, and, a quorum being present, the Journal of yesterday's proceedings was read and confirmed. The S PEAKER called, in alphabetical order of Counties, for Peti tions, Memorials, Presentments of Grand Juries, Returns of Commis sioners, and such like papers, and for Resolutions, Bills or motions. Ou m otion of Mr. A. P. O'BRIEN', the call by Counties was dispensed with for this day. Mr. B RAWLEY offered the following Resolution, which was consid ered immediately and agreed to: Resolved, T hat the Hon. Jos. B. Cumming, an ex-Speaker of the House of Representatives of the State of Georgia, be invited to a seat on the floor of the House. On m otion of Mr. HASKELL, it was ordered that when this House adjourns, it be adjourned until 12 o'clock on Monday next. Mr. ANSEL presented Petition ( with draft of Bill) of 1,846 citizens of the County of Green ville, asking for the passage of a Bill to provide an election upon the prohibition of the sale of spirituous liquors in Greenville County. Which w as referred to the Judiciary Committee. Mr. C APPELMANN presented Petition ( with draft of Bill) of sundry persons to extend, amend and renew the charter of the Farmers' Phosphate Company. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Mioes and Mining. 164 S ATURDAY, DECEMBER 4, 1886. Mr. P ARKER presented Petition o f sundry citizens of the County of Abbeville on the subject of license or no license in said County. Which w as referred to a Special Committee composed of the Abbeville Delegation. The S PEAKER called for FREPORTS O STANDING COMMITTEES. Mr. P ARKER, from the Committee on the Judiciary, made a favor able Report, as amended, on A B ill to amend Section 1776 of the General Statutes, relating to the recording of deeds and instruments in writing. Also, m ade a favorable Report, with amendment, on A B ill authorizing a Circuit Judge to direct refreshments to be fur nished to a jury. Also, m ade a favorable Report on A B ill to amend an Act prescribing the mode of directing the right of dower of insane married women, approved December 23, 1885. Also, made a favorable Report on A B ill to amend Section 356 of the Code of Procedure, in relation to appeals to the Supreme Court. Also, m ade a favorable Report on A B ill to change the name of Hume Leon Delehay to Hume Leon Burdine, and enable him to inherit from Martin H. Burdine in case of intestacy. Which w ere severally ordered for consideration on Monday next. Mr. A NSEL, from same Committee, made a favorable Report on A B ill to amend Section 1 of an Act entitled "An Act to prohibit the sale of spirituous or intoxicating liquors within the corporate limits of the Town of Lancaster," approved February 9, A. D. 1882. Which w as ordered for consideration on Monday next. Mr. J ORDAN, from the Committee on Incorporations, made a favor able Report on A B ill to repeal an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Town of Rumphville, in the County of Colleton," approved December 26, A. D. 1885. Mr. R ANKIN, from same Committee, made a favorable Report on A Bill to amend and renew the charter of the Town of Laurens. Which were severally ordered for consideration on Monday next. Mr. H. F. WILSON, from the same Committee, to whom was referred Petition (with draft of Bill) of sundry persons for a charter to incor SATURDAY, D ECEMBER 4, 1886. 165 porate t he Congaree Construction Company, made a favorable Report and reported A B ill to incorporate the Congaree Construction Company. Which was read the first time and ordered for consideration on Mon day next. Mr. B ROWN, from the same Committee, made a favorable Report on A B ill to amend Sections 1 and 2 of an Act entitled "An Act to charter the Town of Wellford, in the County of Spartanburg and State of South Carolina," approved February 9th, 1882. Which w as ordered for consideration on Monday next. Mr. W HARTON, from the Committee on Agriculture, made a favor able Report on A B ill to exempt certain portions of Chesterfield County from the operations of Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes, relating to the Stock Law. Mr. K EITT, from the same Committee, made a favorable Report on A Bill to amend Section 1687 of the General Statute relating to the hunting of deer. Which w ere severally ordered for coneideration on Monday next. Mr. HDTSON, from the Committee on Education, made a favorable Report on A B ill to create a new school district of that portion of Barnwell County lying within the corporate limits of the Town of Allendale. Also, made an unfavorable Report on A B ill to amend Section 1015 of the General Statutes, S. C, as to re' quire the apportionment of the income of the school fund to be made among the several school districts in proportion to the number of pupils actually residing in each. Which w ere severally ordered for consideration on Monday next. Mr. P RINGLE, from the Committee on Mines and Mining, made aa unfavorable Report on A B ill to further regulate the payment of phosphate royalty. Mr. L ESESNE, from same Committee, made a favorable Report on A B ill to amend Section 68 of the General Statutes of South Caro lina, relating to phosphate deposits. Whicli w ere severally ordered for consideration on Monday next. Mr. M cHUGH, from the Committee on the Military, made an unfavorable Report on A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to amend the Militia Laws of the State," approved December 24, 1883. Which w as ordered for consideration on Monday next. 166 S ATURDAY, DECEMBER 4, 1886. Mr. R EADY, from the Committee on Claims, made a favorable Report on Claimf o Columbia Gas Light Company for six hundred and thirty- one 40-100 dollars. Which w as ordered for consideration on Monday next.

BILLS R EJECTED. .Mr. W B. WILSON, Jr., from the Committee on Mines and Mining, made an unfavorable Report on A B ill to confer certain rights on the Pacific Guano Company in cer- tein navigable streams running through lands of the said company. Which w as considered immediately, Report was agreed to, the Bill rejected, and the Petition withdrawn from the files of the House by Mr. ANSEL. Mr. D OUGLASS, from the Committee on the Judiciary, made an unfavorable Report on A B ill to regulate criminal practice in the Courts of General Sessions in this State. Which w as considered immediately, Report was agreed to, and the Bill rejected. Mr. B RAWLEY, from the same Committee, made an unfavorable Report on A B ill to amend Section 1857 of the General Statutes, relating to the testing of wills, and to settle questions of title arising thereunder. Which w as considered immediately, the Report was agreed to, and the Bill rejected. Mr. P ARKER, from same Committee, made an unfavorable Report on A Bill to regulate the number and pay of Trial Justices in Chester field County. Which w as considered immediately, the Report agreed to, and the Bill rejected. The SPEAKER called for FREPORTS O SPECIAL COMMITTEES. Mr. C HANDLER, from the Special Committee consisting of the Wil liamsburg Delegation, to whom was referred a Bill to prescribe and fix the amount of the bond of the Judge of Probate of Williamsburg County, made a favorable Report, which was ordered for consideration on Monday next. Mr. L EAGUE, from the Special Committee consisting of the Green ville Delegation, to whom was referred a Joint Resolution to authorize the County Commissioners of Greenville to apply the surplus of taxes SATURDAY, D ECEMBER 4, 1886. 167 raisedo t pay interest ou bonds subscribed to tbe Greenville and Laurens Railroad Company to the past indebtedness of said County, made a favorable Report, which was ordered for consideration on Monday next. Mr. A NSEL, from the Special Committee consisting of the Green ville Delegation, to whom was referred a Bill to authorize the Board of County Commissioners of Greenville County to issue coupon bonds for the purpose of refunding the indebtedness of said County, falling due in July, 1887 upon the bonds issued in aid of the Atlanta and Rich mond Air Line Railway Company, or to borrow money to pay off same, made a favorable Report, which was ordered for consideration on Monday next. Mr. N ELSON, from the Special Committee consisting of the Kershaw Delegation, to whom was referred a Bill to reduce the number of Trial Justices in Kershaw County and to make the office a salaried one, made a favorable Report, which was ordered for consideration ou Monday next. Mr. J OHNSTON", from the Special Committee consisting of the Greenville and Pickens Delegations, to whom was referred a Bill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to permit persons in the State liable to road duty to pay a commutation in lieu of working the roads, so far as the same relates to Greenville and Pickens Counties," made a favorable Report, with amendment. Which w as ordered for consideration on Monday next. Mr. S CHAFFER, from the Special Committee consisting of the Berkeley Delegation, to whom was referred a Bill to provide for tha issuing of licenses to sell spirituous liquors, ale, malt and wine in Berke ley County, made an unfavorable Report and reported A B ill to provide for the issuing of licenses to sell spirituous liquors, ale, malt and wine in Berkeley County. Which w as read the first time and ordered for consideration on Monday next. <

BILLS I NTRODUCED. Mr. S TEWART, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to authorize and empower the County Commissioners of York County to pay certain claims out of the common County fund, and to levy and collect from the several townships therein mentioned a tax sufficient to reimburse the County. Which w as read the first time and referred to a Special Committee consisting of the York Delegation. 168 S ATURDAY, DECEMBER 4, 1886. Mr. G RAHAM, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to make certain breaches of contract criminal and punishable as such. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. L EAGUE, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to incorporate the Town of Fountain Inn, Greenville County. Which was read the first time and referred to the Committee on Incor porations. Mr. C AIN gave notice that on Monday next or some subse quent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to repeal Section 1288 of the General Statutes and all Acts amendatory thereto. Mr. C ONNORS gave notice that on Monday next or some subse quent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to authorize and require the County Commissioners of Lancas ter County to apply an unexpended balance in the hands of the Trea surer to the payment of ordinary County expenses. Mr. D AVENPORT gave notice that on Monday next or some subse quent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to abolish the office of School Commissioner of Greenville and devolve the duties of that office on the Judge of Probate of said County. Mr. D AVENPORT, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to prohibit Trial Justices who receive salaries, in criminal business, to charge or receive any fee. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. M IMS, pursuant to notice and by conseut of the House, intro duced A B ill to repeal so much of that portion of an Act entitled "An Act to permit persons in the State liable to road duty to pay a commutation in lieu of working the road," approved December 26, 1885, as applies to the County of Lexington. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Roads, Bridges and Ferries. Mr. M AHER, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, in troduced A B ill to amend Section six (6) of an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Town of Barnwell," approved March 1, 1878. SATURDAY, D ECEMBER 4, 1886. 169 Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. K EITT, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to amend Section one thousand six hundred and ninety-four (1694) of the General Statutes," approved December 26, 1885, relative to game birds. Which w as read the first lime and referred to the Committee on Ag riculture. Mr. L EAGUE, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, in troduced A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to permit persons in this State liable to road duty to pay a commutation in lieu of working the road," approved December 26, 1885. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Roads, Bridges and Ferries. Mr. H ASKELL, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, in troduced A B ill to ratify the amendment to Section fourteen (14), Article nine (IX), of the Constitution of the State of South Carolina. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Ways and Means. Mr. L ESESNE, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, in troduced A B ill to provide for the trial of criminal cases in the Supreme Court. Which was read the first time aud referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. M AHER, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to create a new school district within the Township of Barn well, in Barnwell County, to be known as " The Barnwell Graded School District," and to authorize the levy and collection of a local tax therein. Which w as read the first time aud referred to the Committee on Edu cation. Mr. R EADY, from the Committee on Claims, introduced A Joint Resolution to provide for the payment of a certain claim of Joseph R. Lyles, County Treasurer of Marlborough County. Which w as read the first time, and ordered to be placed on the Calen dar without reference and without printing. 170 S ATURDAY, DECEMBER 4, 1886. The H ouse proceeded to the consideration of the

GENERAL O RDERS. A B ill to limit the rate of interest to seven per cent, per annum, and fix a penalty for taking, agreeing upon or receiving a greater per cent, was made the Special Order of the Day for Thursday at 2 o'clock P. M. A B ill to establish the South Carolina Board of Agriculture and define the duties thereof, and to abolish the Department of Agricul ture, Board of Agriculture and Commissioner of Agriculture, was made the Special Order of the Day for Wednesday next immediately after the third reading of bills. A B ill to provide for the more speedy and efficacious payment of the per diem and mileage of jurors and witnesses was read the second time> the title amended by striking out the words " in Kershaw," and inserting therein "and wituesses," and ordered to a third reading. A B ill to grant to Anson M. Bangs and others the privilege of using certain sites near Sullivan's Island for facilitating their operations in constructing the jetties in Charleston harbor was recommitted to the Committeee on Commerce and Manufactures. A B ill to regulate the drawing and summoning of petit jurors for the Court of General Sessions and Common Pleas for the several Counties in this State was recommitted to the Committee on the Judiciary, with the following instructions : That t he Bill be recommitted to the Judiciary Committee, with in structions to prepare a Bill as a substitute therefor, and which shall em body provisions for summoning jurors by mail, and conform to the main features of the Bill thus recommitted. The f ollowing Bills were severally read the second time and the de bate thereon adjourned until Monday next: A B ill to amend Section 2058 and Section 2061 of the General Stat utes, in relation to custodians of minors. A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Orange burg and Lewiedale Railroad Company," approved December 26th, 1885. The f ollowing Bill was recommitted to the Judiciary Committee: A B ill relating to and prescribing the manner of summouing jurors in this State. The f ollowing Bills were ordered to be laid upon the table : A B ill (H. B.) to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Blackville a nd Alston Railroad Company," approved December 24, 1885. A Bill (H. B.) to amend General Statutes, Title VIII, of the Public Health," C hapter XVIII, Section 948, relating to quarantine. SATURDAY, D ECEMBER 4, 1886. 171 The f ollowing Bills were rend the second time and ordered for third reading on Monday next: A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to prohibit the payment of nulla bona costs in this State on judgment against defendants in criminal cases. A B ill to charter the Summerville and St. John's Railroad Company. A J oint Resolution to authorize the Piedmont Manufacturing Com pany to subscribe to the capital stock of the Atlantic, Greenville and Western Railway Company. A B ill to vest in the City Council of Charleston the fee to a lot of land on the East side of King street for the purpose of erecting a police station house. A B ill to prohibit the County Commissioners of York County from granting aid to the outside poor except as herein provided. A B ill to exempt certain portions of Lexington County from the operation of Chapter XXXVII of the General Statutes of this State, relating to the Stock Law. A B ill to amend Section 2 of an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Wallingford Church and Academy, of Charleston," approved Feb ruary 15, 1872, relating to the property and powers of said corporation. A B ill to amend General Statutes, Title VIII, " Of the Public Health," Chapter XVIII, Section 948, in relation to quarantine. A B ill to recharter the Town of Georgetown.

PROCEEDINGS O N THE DEATH OF EX-GOVERNOR B. F. PERRY. Mr. A NSEL, from Greenville, announced the death of ex-Governor B. F. Perry, and said : Mr. S peaker : Upon the wings of the lightning the sad intelligence has just been received that the laie distinguished and highly esteemed Benjamin Franklin Perry, of Greenville, is no more. He has gone to that bourne from whence no traveler returns. Being more than four score years of age, and having been for a great many years in public life in this State and the Nation, I think it but due to the memory of this great and good man that we should pause in our deliberations for a_ short while to pay our respects to his many virtues. He w as for more than twenty years during the early and middle part of his life a distinguished member and leader of the House of Repre sentatives of this State, and his course while a member of this honorable body has been the admiration and praise of all. One of the many acts which he did as a member of that body was the selection of the place where the Capitol building now stands. 172 M ONDAY, DECEMBER 6, 1886. Since t hat time he has held many honorable positions given him by the people of his native State. Once he held the office of Judge, once elected United Slates Senator from the State of South Carolina, and once the Governor of this grand old Commonwealth of ours ; and though he was not allowed to hold his seat in the United States Senate by rea son of the political sentiment prevailing in the North at and after the time of his election to this honored position, it shows the high esteem in which he was held, and ever has been held, by the people of this State and country. As G overnor of the State of South Carolina, his every act was for the best interests of his native State, and the nature and the ability and integrity which characterized his administration of that office is part of the history of this State, known by all, which will g> dowu on its pages to the everlasting glory and honor of his name. But t ime forbids, Mr. Speaker, my detailing the many virtues and good qualities of this great and good man. I could not refrain, however, in this presence from asking that the business of this House might stop for a short time, in order that we may place one flower upon the bier of our departed friend, and, looking at him as he shall pass down into the grave and be gathered to his fathers, say: "Well done, good and faithful servant." Mr. S peaker, as a mark of respect to the memory of the "late Benjamin Franklin Perry, I move yon, sir, that this House do now adjourn. The m otion was seconded by Messrs. S. P.HAMILTON, BRAWLEY and HASKELL. On m otion of Mr. SIMPSON, the preceding address was ordered to be spread on the Journal. The H ouse was adjourned at 2 o'clock P. M., to meet on Monday next at 12 o'clock.

MONDAY, D ECEMBER 6, 1886.

At t he hour to which the House was adjourned the Clerk called the roll, when the SPEAKER took the chair. The deliberations were opened with prayer to Almighty God by the Rev. H. 0. Judd. The J ournal of Saturday's proceedings was read and confirmed. The S PEAKER called, in alphabetical order of Counties, for Petitions, Memorials, Presentments of Grand Juries, Returns of Com missioners, and such like papers, and for Resolutions, Bills or motions. MONDAY, D ECEMBER 6, 1886. 173

On m otion of Mr. PRINGLE, the call by Counties was dispensed with for this day. Mr. P OPE offered Concurrent Resolution referring the matters of printing what is known as "Reports and Resolutions," and the curtail ing of the Report of the Board of Health, to the Committees on Printing of the Senate and House of Representatives, with a view to preventing the' publishing of Reports and Resolutions and curtailing the expense of publishing the Annual Report of the State Board of Health. Which w as agreed to and ordered to be sent to the Senate. BILLS I NTRODUCED. Mr. R EADY, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to regulate the sale of seed cotton and to prevent and punish the illicit traffic in the same. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Agri culture. Mr. P ARKER, pursuant to notice and by cousent of the House, intro duced A B ill to regulate the trafficjin seed cotton in the County of Abbeville. Which was read the first time and referred to the Committee on Agri culture. Mr. P ARKER, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to amend Section 323 of the Code of Civil Procedure, relating to costs. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. S TANLAND, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to amend Section 1476 of the General Statutes, relating to moving trains on Sunday. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Rail roads. Mr. S TEWART, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to prohibit the sale of liquors in the Town of Black's, in this State. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, Mr. C AUSEY, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to exempt certain portions of Hampton County from the opera 174 M ONDAY, DECEMBER 6, 1886. ftions o Chapter XXXVII of the General Statutes, relating to the Stock Law. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Agri culture. Mr.. A P. O'BRIEN, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to exempt a certain portion of Colleton County from the opera tions of Chapter XXXVII, Title X, of the General Statutes, relating to the Stock Law. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Agriculture. Mr. S TANLAND, pursuant to notice aud by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to establish a new voting precinct at Summerville, in the Sev enth Congressional District. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Privi leges and Elections. Mr. L EAGUE, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, in troduced A B ill to require all persons sentenced in the Court of General Ses sions to imprisonment for two years,, or a shorter term, to be kept in the County where convicted, and to work on the public roads under the con trol of the County Commissioners. Whieh w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. J ORDAN, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, in troduced A B ill to incorporate the Aiken Water Supply and Gas Company. Which was read the first time aud referred to the Committee on In corporations. The S PEAKER called for REPORTSF O STANDING COMMITTEES. The S PEAKER called for

REPORTSF O SPECIAL COMMITTEES.

Mr. B RAWLEY, from the Special Committee composed of the Charleston Delegation, made a favorable Report on A B ill to authorize the City Board of School Commissioners of the City of Charleston to use certain funds in aid of the repairs made neces sary for the public school buildings by reason of the damage by earth quakes. MONDAY, D ECEMBER 6, 1886. 175 Also, m ade a favorable Report on A B ill (Senate) to amend an Act entitled "An Act to repeal an ordi nance to prevent the erection of wooden buildings and to provide greater security against fire?, and also certain portions of the Acts of the Gene ral Assembly referring to the erection of wooden buildings in the city of Charleston. Which w ere severally ordered for consideration to morrow.

THIRD R EADING. The f ollowing Bills were read the third time, passed, and ordered to be sent to the Senate : A Bill to recharter the Town of Georgetown. A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to prohibit the payment of nulla bona costs in this State on judgment against defendants in crimi nal cases. A B ill to charter the Summerville and St. John's Railroad Com pany. A J oint Resolution to authorize the Piedmont Manufacturing Com pany to subscribe to the capital stock of the Atlautic, Greenville and Western Railway Company. A B ill to vest in the City Council of Charleston the fee to a lot of land on the East side of King street for the purpose of erecting a police station house thereon. A B ill to prohibit the County Commissioners of York County from granting aid to the outside poor except as herein provided. A B ill to exempt certain portions of Lexington County from the operation of Chapter XXXVII of the General Statutes of this State relating to the Stock Law. A B ill to amend Section 2 of an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Wallingford Church and Academy of Charleston," approved Feb ruary 15, 1872, relating to the property and powers of said corporation. .Mr. L P. MILLER, from the Committee on Engrossed Bills, reported the following Bills as correctly engrossed and ready for third readings, to wit : A B iil to amend Sectims 2234, 2235 and 2248 of the General Statutes of South Carolina, relating to the constitution, pay and duties of Jury Commissioners. A B ill to allow defendants in cases of felonies to examine by commis sion their witnesses residing beyond the limits of this State. Which w ere severally resd the third time, passed, and ordered to be sent to the Senate. 176 M ONDAY, DECEMBER 6, 1886. ACTS O RDERED TO BE ENROLLED. The f ollowing Bills from the Senate were severally read the third time, passed, the titles severally changed to Acts, and ordered to be enrolled: A B ill (Senate) to amend General Statutes, Title VIII, " Of the Public Health," Chapter XVIII, Section 948, in relation to quarantine. A B ill (Senate) to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Blackville and Allston Railroad Company," approved December 24, 1885. The f ollowing Joint Resolution was read the second time, the title thereof changed by adding after the word "Greenville" the words "Colleton respectively," and was ordered for a third reading to morrow. UNFINISHED B USINESS. Debate w as adjourned until to morrow on the following Bill : A Bill to amend Section 2058 and Section 2061 of the General Stat utes, in relation to custodians of minors. A B ill to ameud an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Orange burg and Lewiedale Railroad Company," approved December 26th, 1885, was real the second time and ordered to a third reading to-mor row. GENERAL O RDERS. The H ouse proceeded to the consideration of the General Orders. The e nacting words of the following Bills were stricken out: A B ill to amend au Act entitled "An Act to amend the charter of the Town of Summerville, so as to enlarge the corporate limits." A B ill to ameud Section 1669 of the General Statutes, relating to fish. The f ollowing Bills were read the second time and ordered to a third reading to-morrow : A B ill to recharter Holley's Ferry, across Big Saluda River, in Edge field County. A B ill to amend Section 618 of the General Statutes of South Caro lina, relating to the repairs of highways. A B ill to amend and extend an Act to incorporate the New Brighton Hotel Ferry and Telegraph Company. A B ill to alter and amend the charter of the Young Men's Loan and Trust Company of Rock Hill, S. C, and to change the name thereof to "The Savings Bank of Rock Hill, S. C." A B ill to prove for the issuing of a deficiency bond or stock to Octo- vins A. White, in satisfaction of the guarantee of the State on certain bonds of the Spartanburg and Union Railroad Company held by him. MONDAY, D ECEMBER 6, 1886. 177 A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to amend an Act entitled 'An Act to incorporate the Palmetto Railroad Company,' approved December 21st, 1882," approved December 26, A. D. 1884. A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act for the establishment of a new school district in the County of Lexington, and to authorize the levy and collection of a special school tax therein," so as to reduce the area of said school district. A B ill to provide for the establishment of a new school district in Marion County, and to authorize the levy and collection of a local tax therein. • N OTICES OF BILLS. Mr. B IGHAM gave notice that to morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to regulate the compensation of the County Auditor of Marion County. Also, A B ill to regulate the number and pay of Trial Justices in Marion County. Mr. B ROOKER gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend Section 919 of the General Statutes, in relation to physicians and surgeons. Mr. D AVENPORT gave notice that to morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to fix the per diem and mileage of Senators and Members of the House of Representatives. Mr. D UKES gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to change the voting precinct in Orangeburg County from Ayer's Shop to Snell's. Mr. H ASKELL gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill with relation to the payment of past due interest on State bonds and stocks. Also, A B ill to amend Section relating to horses, General Statutes. Mr. L EAGUE gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask. leave to introduce A B ill authorizing the County Board of Examiners to issue certifi cates to teach to persons who shall present their diploma from any char tered college in this State, together with evidence of good moral character. ; 15—J H 178 T UESDAY, DECEMBER 7, 1886. Mr. P ARKER gave notice that to morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to submit the question of license or no license within incorpo rated towns and villages in said County to the qualified voters thereof.

SPECIAL O RDERS.

The f ollowing Bills were made the Special Order for Wednesday next, immediately after third reading Bills: A B ill to amend Section 2037 of the General Statutes, relating to the contracts of married women (with Report of minority of Committee.) A B ill to reduce the salaries of State officers. The f ollowing Bill was made the Special Order for Thursday, 9th, immediately after third reading Bills : A B ill to limit the number of Trial Justices in the several Counties of this State, tp provide for fixing their territorial jurisdiction and for the manner and amount of their compensation. The f ollowing Bill was made Special Order of the Day for Friday, 10th, immediately after third reading Bills : A B ill to amend Section 1042, Chapter XX, of the General Statutes, entitled "Of the University of South Carolina.'-'

LEAVEF O ABSENCE. Mr. L EAGUE, of Greenville, asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague, Mr. Ansel, for this day, Monday, 6th December, on account of important business in Charleston. On m otion of Mr. READY, the .House was adjourned at 2:55 P. M., to meet to-morrow at 10 o'clock A. M.

TUESDAY, D ECEMBER 7, 1886.

At t he hour to which the House was adjourned the Clerk called the roll, and, a quorum being present, the SPEAKER took the chair. The d eliberations of the day were opened with prayer to Almighty God by the Rev. N. M. Woods. The J ournal of yesterday's proceedings was read and confirmed. TUESDAY, D ECEMBER 7, 1886. 179 PAPERS F ROM THE SENATE. The S enate sent to this House a Concurrent Resolution proposing a new Joint Rule. Which was referred to the Committee on Rules. Also, A C oncurrent Resolution to authorize and require the Attorney Gene ral to take steps to recover the amount due to ,the State by Corbin & Stone. Which w as considered immediately, concurred in, and ordered to be returned to the Senate. The S PEAKER called, in alphabetical order of Counties, for Peti tions, Memorials, Presentments of Grand Juries, Returns of Commis sioners, and such like papers, and for Resolutions, Bills or motions. On m otion of Mr. CAPPELMANN, the call by Counties was dispensed with for this day. Mr. A NSEL offered a Concurrent Resolution in relation to election of Judge of the Third Circuit. Which w as considered immediately, agreed to, and ordered to be sent to the Senate. Mr. K ERSHAW presented Petitionf o 1,276 citizens of Darlington and Marion Counties, for the formation of a new County. Which w as referred to the Committee on Incorporations. Mr. CAPPELMANN presented Petitionf o R. T. Morrison, H. M. Lofton and others, asking exemp tion of certain portions of Charleston County from the operation of Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes, relating to the General Stock Law and fencing stock. Which w as referred to the Committee on Agriculture. Also, p resented Petitionf o T. A. McCay, M. J. Bishop and others, asking exemption of certain portions of Berkeley County from the operation of Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes, relating to the General Stock Law and fencing stock. Which w as referred to the Committee on Agriculture. Also, p resented Petitionf o J. G. Pipkin, W. Henderson and others, asking exemption of certain portions of Berkeley County from the operation of Part 1, Title X, Chapter XXVII, of the General Statutes, relating to the General Stock Law and fencing stock. Which w as referred to the Committee on Agriculture. Mr. P EDRIFOY submitted Presentment o f the Grand Jury of Edgefield County. Which was referred to the Judiciary Committee. 180 T UESDAY.. DECEMBER 7, 1886. Mr. A NSEL presented Petition o f sundry citizens of Greenville County for change of the Jaw as to Trial Justices at Greer's. Which w as referred to a Special Committee composed of the Green ville Delegation. .Mr. J F. WALKER presented Petition ( with draft of Bill) to change the name of Rolla D. Frazee to Phineas F. Frazee, and to make the said Phineas F. Frazee and Abraham F. Frazee, natural born children of Phineas F. Frazee, the elder, legitimate and capable in law of inheritance, and receiving property from Phineas F. Frazee, the elder. Which w as referred to the Judiciary Committee.

BILLS I NTRODUCED. Mr. R UE, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to amend the law fixing the compensation of the Board of County Commissioners of Beaufort County. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Offices and Officers. Mr. D AVENPORT, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to fix the per diem and mileage of Senators and members of the House of Representatives. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Ways and Means. Mr. R UE, pursuant to notice and by consent of- the House, intro duced A B ill to confer the rights of legitimacy upon Marie Smalls and Elizabeth Smalls, and to change their names to Marie Butler and Eliza beth Butler. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. L EAGUE, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, in troduced A B ill authorizing the County Boards of Examiners to issue certifi cates to teach to persons who shall present their deploma from any char tered college in this State, together with evidence of good moral charac ter. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Edu cation. TUESDAY, D ECEMBER 7, 1886. 181 Mr. P ARKER, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, in troduced A B ill to provide for the submission to the qualified electors of Abbe ville County of the question of "license" or " no license" in the incor porated towns aud villages in said County at a special election. Which w as read the first time and referred to a Special Committee consisting of the Abbeville Delegation. Mr. C ONNORS, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, in troduced A B ill to authorize and require the County Commissioners of Lancas ter County to apply an unexpended balance in the hands of the Treasurer to the payment of ordinary County expenses. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Ways and Means. Mr. C ONNORS, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to amend the charter of the Town of Lancaster, so as to authorize and empower the Town Council to establish one or more public scales for weighing cotton aud other articles sold by weight, to appoint one or more public weighers, and to provide for his or their compensa tion. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Agri culture. Mr. B IGHAM, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to regulate the compensation of the County Auditor of Marion County. Which w as read the first time and referred to a Special Committee consisting of the Marion Delegation. Mr. H ASKELL, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to provide for the settlement of the consolidated debt of the State in accordance with the decision of, the Supreme Court." Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Ways and Means. Also, A B ill to provide for the payment out of the Sinking Fund of the valid interest on certain bonds and stock of the State, Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Ways and Means. 182 T UESDAY, DBCEMBEB 7, 1886. Mr. B IGHAM, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, in troduced A B ill to regulate the number of Trial Justices in Marion County and provide salaries for the same. Which w as read the first time and referred to a Special Committee composed of the Marion Delegation. Mr, B UCK, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to amend the Criminal Law. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. D EAN, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, in troduced A B ill to provide for the disbursement of taxes levied and collected on certain railroad properties in certain Counties, townships, cities and towns in this State. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Bail- roads. Mr. B BOOKEB, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to amend Section 919, Chapter XVIII, of the General Statutes, relating to physicians, apothecaries and dentists. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Medical Committee. Mr. N ORTON, pursuaut to notice and by consent of the House, in troduced A B ill to devolve upon the Governor, Comptroller General, State Treasurer and Secretary of State the duties of the Board of Directors of the State Penitentiary and the Board of Regents of the Lunatic Asy lum. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Offices and Officers. Mr. D ANTZLER, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to prescribe the priorities of certain statutory liens," approved December 23, 1885. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Judiciary Commit tee. Mr. P ADGETT, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to exempt certain portions of Colleton County from the opera tions of Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes, relating to the Stock Law. TUESDAY, D ECEMBER 7, 1886. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Agri culture. Mr. S TANLAND, without notice and by nnanimous consent of the House, introduced A B ill amending the charter of the Summerville Street Railway and Hotel Company. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Rail roads. Mr. P RINGLE, without notice and by unanimous consent of the House, introduced A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to declare a certain creek on Edisto Island, in Berkeley County, a private stream," approved December 26th, 1885. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. The S PEAKER called for REPORTSF O STANDING COMMITTEES. Mr. S IMPSON, from the Committee on the Judiciary, made a favor able Report on A B ill to amend Section 1391 of the General Statutes, relating to in crease or diminution of amount of capital stock of corporations under Class I. Mr. H UTSON, from same Committee, made a favorable Report with amendment on A B ill to amend Section 1731 of Chapter LV of the General Statutes of S. C, relative to the sale of spirituous or intoxicating liquors in Beau fort County. Mr. P ARKER, from same Committee, made a favorable Report on A Bill to provide for the trial of criminal cases in the Supreme Court. Which were severally ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. ALDRICH, from the Committee on Incorporations, made a favorable Report on A B ill to incorporate the Town of Fountain Inn, Green ville County. Also, made a favorable Report on A B ill to amend Section 6 of an Act entitled "An to incorporate the Town of Barnwell," approved March 1, 1878. Also, made a favorable Report on A B ill to incorporate the Aiken Water Supply and Gas Company. Which were severally ordered for consideration to-morrow. 184 T UESDAY, DECEMBER 7, 1886. Mr. H ASKELL, from the Committee on Ways and Means, made a favorable Report on A B ill making an appropriation for the repair of the buildings of the Medical College of the State of South Carolina. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. H UTSON.from the Committee on Education, made a favorable Report on A B ill to create a new school district within the Township of Barn well, in Barnwell County, to be known as " The Barnwell Graded School District," and to authorize the levy and collection of a local tax therein. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. P ARKER, from the Committee on the Judiciary, made an nn- favorable Report on A B ill to make certain breaches of contract criminal, and punishable as such. Which w as considered immediately, the Report agreed to, and the Bill rejected. Mr. P ARKER, from the Judiciary Committee, to whom was referred a Bill to provide an election upon the sale of spirituous liquors in Green ville County, and to make such election effectual, asked that the Judi ciary Committee be discharged from further consideration of the Bill, and that the same be referred to the Greenville Delegation ; which was so ordered.

FREPORTS O SPECIAL COMMITTEES.

The SPEAKER called for Reports of Special Committees.

NOTICES OF BILLS. Mr. A NSEL gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to authorize and empower the City Council of the City of Greenville to issue coupon bonds to refund certain bonds, falling due in July, 1887, issued in aid of the Atlanta and Richmond Air Line Rail road Company. Mr. A RCHER gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend Section 1750 of the General Statutes. Mr. C OBB gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend Section 1694 of the General Statutes, relating to game birds, and Acts amendatory thereof. TUESDAY, D ECEMBER 7, 1886. 185 Mr. D EAN gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to authorize the County Commissioners of Spartanburg County to borrow money for certain purposes. Also, A B ill to regulate the pay of Constab'es for mileage. Mr. I RBY gave, notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to stay executions on real and personal property until the first day of November, 1887. Mr. M ASON gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to submit to the qualified voters of Oconee County the question of license or no license for the sale of intoxicating liquors. Mr. N ORTON gave notice that to morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to abolish the Board of Regents for Lunatic Asylum and Board of Directors of Penitentiary, and devolve the duties upon the Governor, Treasurer, Secretary of State and Comptroller General.

THIRD R EADING.

The f ollowing Bills were read the third time, passed, and ordered to be sent to the Senate : A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Orange burg and Lewiedale Railroad Company," approved December 26th, 1885. A J oint Resolution to authorize and empower the County Commis sioners of Greenville to borrow money for certain purposes. A B ill to recharter Holley's Ferry, across Big Saluda River, in Edge field County. A B ill to amend Section 618 of the General Statutes of South Caro lina, relating to the repairs of highways. A B ill to amend and extend an Act to incorporate the New Brighton Hotel Ferry and Telegraph Company. A B ill to alter and amend the charter of the Young Men's Loan and Trust Company of Rock Hill, S. C, and to change the name thereof to " The Savings Bank of Rock Hill, S. C." A B ill to provide for the issuing of a deficiency bond or stock to Octavins A. White, in satisfaction of the guarantee of the State on a certain bond of the Spartanburg and Union Railroad Compauyiheld by him. A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to amend an Act entitled 186 T UESDAY, DECEMBER 7, 1886. i 'An A ct to incorporate the Palmetto Railroad Company,' approved December 21st, 1882," approved December 26, A. D. 1884. A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act for the establishment of a new school district in the County of Lexington, and to authorize the levy and collection of a special school tax therein," so as'to reduce the area of said school district. A B ill to provide for the establishment of a new school district in Marion County, and to authorize the levy and collection of a local tax therein. GENERAL O RDERS. The H ouse proceeded to the consideration of the General Orders. The f ollowing Bills were read the second time and ordered to a third reading to-morrow : A B ill to amend Section 2428 of Chapter XCVIII, Title VI, of the General Statutes, in relation to plaintiffs' and defendants' attorneys' costs in equity cases. A B ill to exempt certain portions of Colleton County from the opera tions of Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes, relating to the Stock Law. A B ill to regulate and fix the salary and compensation of County School Commissioners. The f ollowing Bill was indefinitely postponed : A B ill to regulate the sale of spirituous and intoxicating liquors by prescription in cities, towns and villages where the Local Option Law exists. SPECIAL O RDER. For 1 O'Clock P. M. The H ouse proceeded to the consideration of a Bill to repeal the Lien Law. Mr. B RICE moved to strike out the enacting words of the Bill. After s ome time spent in the discussion thereof, Mr. DANTZLER called the previous question, which was sustained. The q uestion being put : " Will the House agree thereto ? " it passed in the affirmative. Yeas,5 8 ; nays, 27. Those w ho voted in the affirmative are : Hon. J ames Simons, Speaker, and Messrs. Aldrich, Ancrum, Austell, Barkley, Barmore, Baxter, Bigham, Blackwell, Black, Boyle, Brawley, Brice, Browning, Buck, Burke, Byrd, Cappelmann, Causey, Chalmers, Chandler, Cobb, Daniels, Dean, Douglass, Drake, Earle, Easley, Evans, TUESDAY, D ECEMBER 7, 1886. 187 Ficken, F ox, Graham, Guess, John D. Hamilton, S. P. Hamilton, Har per, Hickman, Hill, Hough, Hutson, Hyde, Irby, Johnston, Jordan, Keitt, Kershaw, King, Lawlon-, Lee, Lesesne, Maher, Mars, Mears, McClintock, McHugh, Lovick P. Miller, Thomas E. Miller, Mims, Moses, Nelson, Norton, A. F. O'Brien, L. B. O'Bryan, Padgett, Peurifoy, Plowden, Pringle, Rankin, Ready, Robinson, Rue, Rutland, Sally, Sar- ratt, Schaffer, Shaw, Stanland, John P. Thomas of Richland, J. P. Thomas of Union, Tiiidall, Toale, Turner, J. Frost Walker, Wharton and Wimberly. — 85. Those w ho voted in the negative are : Messrs. A nsel, Archer. Beard, Boozer, Brooker, Cain, Cleveland, Connors, Dantzler, Davenport, Dukes, Gary, Hudgens, Jones, League, Mason, McDaniel, B. F. Miller, Ott, Parker, Pope, Raysor, Simpson, Stewart, W. M. Walker, H. Frank Wilson and W. B. Wilson, Jr.— 27. So t he House orders the enacting words of the Bill stricken out. SPECIAL O RDER. Fob One O'Clock P. M. A J oint Resolution proposing an amendment to Sections 2 and 3 of Article IV of the Constitution of the State of South Carolina, ratified the 16th day of April, 1868. On m otion, the Joint Resolution was continued to the next session. The H ouse resumed the consideration of the GENERAL O RDERS. A B ill to amend Sections 2058 and 2061 of the General Statutes, in relation to the custodians of minors, was recommitted to the Committee on the Judiciary. The e nacting words of a Bill to authorize and require the Clerk of the Supreme Court to transmit a copy of the opinion of the said Court to the Clerk of the Circuit Court of the County from which an appeal is taken, and require the Clerk of the Circuit Court to tax the costs of said transmission, which costs shall be entered on the judgment, were ordered to be stricken out. A B ill to provide for the formation of certain corporations under General Statutes was read the second time and the debate thereon ad journed until to-morrow. .Mr. L P. MILLER, from the Committee on Engrossed Bills, reported as correctly engrossed for a third reading, A B ill to provide for the more speedy and efficacious payment of the per diem and mileage of jurors and witnesses. Which w as ordered for a third reading to-morrow. 188 W EDNESDAY, DECEMBER 8, 1886.

Mr. M cD ANIELasked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague, Mr. Wylie, from Tuesday to Wednesday at 10 o'clock A. M. On m otion of Mr. POPE, the House adjourned at 3:10 o'clock P. M., to meet to-morrow at 10 o'clock A. M.

WEDNESDAY, D ECEMBER 8, 1886.

At t he hour to which the House was adjourned the Clerk called the roll, when the SPEAKER took the chair, and, a quorum being present, the deliberations of the day were opened with prayer to Almighty God by the Rev. N. M. Woods. PAPERS F ROM THE SENATE. The S enate returned to this House, with amendment, A B ill to amend the charter of the Carolina Savings Bank. The a mendment was concurred in, the title changed to " An Act and ordered to be enrolled for ratification, and a Message was ordered to be sent to the Senate accordingly. The f ollowing Message was received from the Senate : In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 7, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it grants leave to the House of Representatives to amend the amendment made by the Senate to a Concurrent Resolution relating to phosphate interest of the State, as indicated in Message from your House this day, to wit : Insert the words " if any there be " after the word " contracts," in third line. Very r espectfully, &c, .W. L MAULDIN, President of the Senate. Whereupon t he Concurrent Resolution was so amended, and a Message sent to the Senate accordingly. Also, sent to this House Concurrent R esolution in relation to election of Judge of the Third Circuit. WEDNESDAY, D ECEMBER 8, 1886. 189 The H ouse refused to concur in the Resolution, and a Message was ordered to be sent to the Senate accordingly. Also, returned, with concurrence, Concurrent R esolution in relation to the election of Judge of the Third Circuit. Also, r eturned, with concurrence, Concurrent R esolution referring the matter of printing what is known as "Reports and Resolutions," to the curtailing of the Report of the Board of Health, to the Committees on Printing of the Senate and House of Representatives, with a view to prevent the publishing of "Reports and Resolutions," and curtailing the expense of publishing the Annual Report of the State Board of Health. The S enate sent to this House the following Bills: A B ill to confer certain powers upon the Town Council of Hodges, Abbeville County. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Special Committee composed of the Abbeville Delegation. Also, A B ill to prohibit the obstruction of uavigation by bridges over and across rivers in this State. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Roads, Bridges and Ferries. Also, A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Newberry and Laurens Railroad Company," au 1 to validate all Acts and con tracts done and made in pursuance of the same. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Rail roads. Also, A B ill to regulate the public printing in this State. Which was read the first time and referred to the Committee on Public Printing. Also, A B ill to exempt a certain portion of Marion County from the opera tions of Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes, relating to the Gene ral Stock Law and fencing stock. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee ou Agri culture. Also, A B ill to authorize and require the County Commissioners of Horry County to establish and keep in repair a public highway in said County. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committte on Roads, Bridges and* Ferries.

> 190 W EDNESDAY, DECEMBEK 8, 1886. Also, A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to provide funds for the building and completion of the Court House of Marlborough County," approved December 23, 1884. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Ways and Means. Also, A J oint Resolution authorizing and requiring the County School Com missioners of Williamsburg County to pay W. D. Knox his school claim. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Ways and Means. Also, A B ill to amend Sections 2236 and 2237 of the General Statutes, in relation to juries. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Also, A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act respecting Trial Justices in the Counties of Newberry, Edgefield, Anderson, Kershaw, Laurens, Charleston, Berkeley, Pickens and Spartanburg," approved December 26, 1884. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Also, A B ill to regulate the number and pay of Trial Justices and their Con stables in Horry County. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Also, A B ill to establish a school district in Chester County and to author ize the levy and collection of a local tax therein. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee ou Edu cation. Also, A B ill to cancel the matriculation obligation of O. J. Bond, Jr., and Thomas P. Harrison to the Board of Visitors of the Military Academy. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Edu cation. Also, A B ill to provide for the establishment of a new School District in WEDNESDAY, D ECEMBER 8, 1886. 191 Marlborough C ounty and to authorize the levy and collection of a local tax therein. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Edu- tion. The f ollowing Bills from the Senate were severally read the first time and ordered to be placed upon the Calendar without reference and with out printing : A B ill to provide for the issue of deficiency bonds or stock to Oc- tavins A. White in satisfaction of the guarantee of the -State on a cer tain bond of the Spartanburg and Union Railroad Company held by him. A B ill to amend the charter of the Holy Communion Church Insti tute of Charleston. A B ill to incorporate the American Savings Bank. A B ill to limit the number of Trial Justices in York County, fix their territorial jurisdiction and provide for their compensation. A B ill to provide for transporting persons convicted to the Peniten tiary by the Penitentiary guards. A B ill to incorporate the "Ashley Phosphate Company." A B ill to authorize the City Board of School Commissioners of the City of Charleston to use certain funds ia aid of the repairs made neces sary for the public school buildings by reason of the damage by earth quakes. The S PEAKER called, in alphabetical order of Counties, for Peti- titions, Memorials, Presentments of Grand Juries, Returns of Commis sioners, and such like papers, and for Resolutions, Bills or motions. On m otion of Mr. A. F. O'BRIEN, the call by Counties was dispensed with for this day. Mr. A RCHER presented Petition o f sundry citizens of the Town of Wellford, County of Spar tanburg. Which w as referred to the Committee on Incorporations. Mr. PARKER presented Memorial o f the Abbeville Society relating to liens for professional services. Which w as referred to the Medical Committee. Mr. BRAWLEY presented Petition ( with draft of Joint Resolution) to authorize Henry A. De- Saussure, surviving partner of the firm of DeSaussure & Son, attorneys at law, to retain out of the amount recovered for the State and the County of Charleston for taxes compensation fjr services in recovering the same. Which w as referred to the Committee on Ways and Means. 192 W EDNESDAY-, DECEMBER 8, 1886. BILLS I NTRODUCED. Mr. C OBB, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to amend Section 1694 of the General Statutes, relating to game birds, and Acts amendatory thereto. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Agriculture. Mr. W ASHINGTON, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to amend Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes, relating to the General Stock Law and fencing stock. Which w as read the first time, and referred to the Committee on Agri culture. Mr. K ERSHAW, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Town of Florence," approved March 9, 1871, and an Act to amend an Act en titled "An Act to incorporate the Town of Florence," and an Act amenda tory thereto, approved December 24, 1884. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on In corporations. Mr. D EAN, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to prohibit Sheriffs and Constables from charging or receiving pay for mileage except for the number of miles actually and necessarily traveled. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Also, A B ill to authorize and empower the County Commissioners of Spar tanburg County to borrow money for certain purposes. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Ways and Means. Mr. A NSEL, by unanimous conseut of the House, introduced A B ill to amend Section 1443 of the General Statutes, in relation to charges m ade by railroads for the transportation of property. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Railroads. .Mr. L P. MILLER, by unanimous consent of the House, introduced A Bill to repeal so much of an Act entitled "An Act to provide salaries for certain offices in Georgetown County in lieu of all fees and WEDNESDAY, D ECEMBER 8, 1886. 193 costs," a pproved December 26, 1885, in so far as the same applies to the office of Coroner. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. S IMPSON", pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to amend the charter of the Town of Woodruff. Which was read the first time and referred to the Committee on Incor porations. The S PEAKER called for FREPORTS O STANDING COMMITTEES. Mr. H ASKELL, from the Committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred a Bill to ratify the amendment to Section fourteen (14), Article nine (IX), of the Constitution of the Slate of South Carolina, made a favorable Report, which was ordered for consideration to morrow. Mr. F ICKEN, from the same Committee, to whom was referred a Bill to fix the per diem and mileage of Senators and members of the House of Representatives, made an unfavorable Report, which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. F ICKEN, from the same Committee, to whom was referred a Bill to authorize and require the County Commissioners of Lancaster County to apply an unexpended balance in the hands of the Treasurer to the payment of ordinary County expenses, made a favorable Report, which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr.. J FROST WALKER, from the Committee on Agriculture, to whom was referred a Bill to regulate the traffic in seed cotton in the County of Abbeville, made a favorable Report, which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. B YRI), from the same Committee, to whom was referred a Bill to amend the charter of Lancaster, so as to authorize and empower the Town Council to establish one or more public scales for weighing cotton and other articles sold by weight, to appoint one or more public weighers, and to provide for his or their compensation, made a favorable Report, which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. M IMS, from same Committee, to whom was referred a Bill to amend an Act entitled " An Act to exempt a certain section of Berke ley County from the operations of Chapter XXVII, Title X, of the General Statutes, relating to the General Stock Law. Mr. K EITT, from same committee, to whom was referred a Bill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to amend Section oire thousand six hundred and ninety-four (1694) of the General Statutes," approved 16— HJ 194 W EDNESDAY, DECEMBER 8, 1886. December 2 6th, 1885, relating to game birds, made a favorable Report, which were severally ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. R UTLAND, from the Committee on Roads, Bridges and Ferries, to whom was referred a Bill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to per mit persons in the State liable to road duty to pay a commutation in lieu of working the road," approved December 26, 1885, made an un favorable Report, which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. M AHER, from the Committee on Railroads, to whom was re ferred a Bill to provide for the disbursement of taxes levied and col lected on certain railroad prjperty in certain Counties, townships, cities and towns in this State, made au unfavorable Report, which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. M AHER, from same Committee, to whom wa3 referred a Bill to amend Section 1476 of the General Statutes, relating to running trains on Sunday, made a favorable Report, which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. M AHER, from same Committee, to whom was' referred a Bill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Glenn Springs Railroad Company," and a Petition as to same, made a favora ble Report, which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. M AHER, from same Committee, to whom was referred a Bill amending the charter of the Summerville Street Railway and Hotel Company, and a Petition as to same, made a favorable Report, which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. R EADY, from the Committee on Claims, to whom was referred the Claim of R. M. Stokes for advertising notices of State and Congres sional elections for $18.00, made a favorable Report, which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. B OOZER, from the Committee on Agriculture, to whom was re ferred a Bill to provide for taxation of dogs in this State, and direct the appropriation of said tax, made a Report, and reported as a substitute a Bill to require persons owning and keeping a dog or dogs to pay an an nual license for same, and to direct the application of said fund arising from the same. Which w as read the first time and ordered for consideration to-morrow. BILLS R EJECTED. Mr. R UTLAND, from the Committee on Roads, Bridges and F la to whom was referred a Bill to repeal so much of that portion of an Act entitled "An Act to permit persons in the State liable to road duty to pay a commutation in lieu of working the roads," approved December WEDNESDAY, D ECEMBER 8, 1886. 195 26, 1 885, as applies to the County of Lexington, made an unfavorable Report. On m otion, the Report was agreed to and the Bill rejected. Mr. H UTSON, from the Committee on Education, to whom was referred a Bill authorizing the County Board of Examiners to issue certificates to teach to persons who shall present their diplomas from any chartered college in this State, together with evidence of good moral character, made an unfavorable Report. On m otion, the Report was agreed to and the Bill rejected. On m otion, the Committee on Printing was discharged from further consideration of the Report of the Grand Jury of Chester County, and the same was referred to the Committee on Ways and Means. On m otion, the Committee on Agriculture was discharged from the further consideration of a Bill to abolish attorneys' costs in cases of appeal from Trial Justice Courts, and the same was referred to the Com mittee on the Judiciary. The C ommittee ou the Judiciary asked leave to be discharged from further consideration of a Bill to prohibit the sale of liquors in the Town of Black's, in this State, and that the same be referred to the York Dele gation ; which was so ordered. On m otion, the Committee on Railroads was discharged from further consideration of a Petition {with draft of Bill) of A. L. Frost and others for the charter of the Ashley Phosphate Company, and the same was withdrawn from the files of the House by Mr. BRAWLEY. The S PEAKER called for FREPORTS O SPECIAL COMMITTEES. Mr.. W M. WALKER, from the Special Committee composed of the York Delegation, made a favorable Report on A B ill to authorize and empower the County Commissioners of York County to pay certain claims out of the common County fund, and to levy and collect from the several townsliips therein mentioned a tax sufficient to leimburse the County. Mr. P ARKER, from a Special Committee composed of the Abbeville Delegation, made a favorable Report on A B ill to provide for the submission to the qualified electors of Abbe ville County of the question of license or no license in the incorporate towns and villages in said County at a special election, with Petitions on Bame subject. Mr. R EADY, from the Special Committee composed of the Edge field Delegation, made a favorable Report on A B ill to limit the number of Trial Justices in Edgefield County, fix their territorial jurisdiction and provide for their compensation. 196 W EDNESDAY, DECEMBER 8, 1886. Mr. C OBB, from the Special Committee composed of the Aiken Delegation, made a favorable Report on A J oint Resolution to provide for the payment of certain past due school claims in Aiken County. Which w ere severally ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. A NSEL, from the Committee on Rules, made a favorable Report on the following Joint Rule proposed by the Senate : JOINT R ULE No. IX. That t he report of the Comptroller General to the General Assembly on claims filed in his office required by Section 5 of an Act entitled "An Acc to prescribe and regulate the introduction of measures relating to private interest and the conduct of the same in the progress thereof," approved December 26, A. D. 1885, shall be referred to the Committee on Claims of the two Houses, who shall examine the same and hear any parties desiring to be heard in reference to any Claim therein mentioned, and report back to their respective Houses the result of such examina tion for the final action of the General Assembly. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow.

NOTICESF O BILLS. Mr. D OUGLASS gave notice that to morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to cede and vest in Julins Mills all the right, title and interest of the State in the Canal on Catawba River, lying in the Counties of Chester and Fairfield, except so much as has heretofore been ceded to and vested in Mrs. Susan A. Boylston. Mr. M ASON gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to limit the right of dower to the land of which the husband died seized. Also, A B ill to provide for the payment of jurors and witnesses attending inquests. Mr. W ASHINGTON gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill relative to the County Jail of Beaufort County. THIRD R EADING. The f ollowing Bills were read the third time, passed, and ordered to be sent to the Senate : WEDNESDAY, D ECEMBER 8, 1886. 197 A B ill to provide for the more speedy and efficacious payment of ' the per diem and mileage of jurors and witnesses. A B ill to amend Section 2428 of Chapter XCVIII, Title VI, of the General Statutes, in relation to plaintiffs' and defendants' attorneys' costs in equity cases. A B ill to exempt certain portions of Colleton County from the opera tions of Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes, relating to the Stock Law. A B ill to regulate and fix the salary and compensation of County School Commissioners. A J OINT RESOLUTION Proposing an Amendment to Article X of the Constitution of the State of South Carolina, Ratified on the 16th Day of April, 1868, by Striking Out Section 2 Thereof. Bet i Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the State of South Carolina, now met and sitting in General Assembiy, and by the authority of the same : Section 1 . That the following amendment to the Constitution of the State be submitted to the qualified electors of the State at the next general election, and if a majority of the electors qualified to vote for members of the General Assembly, voting thereon, ohall vote in favor of such amendment, and two-thirds of each branch of the n» xt General Assembly shall, after such election and before another, ratify the same amendment, Article X of the Constitution of South Carolina, as ratified on the 16th day of April, 1868, be amended so as to strike out Section 2 of Article X thereof. .Sec. 2 That the question of adopting this amendment shall be sub mitted to the electors as follows : Those in favor of the amendment shall deposit a ballot with the following words plainly printed or written thereon : " Constitutional amendment in reference to School Commis sioners — Yes." Those opposed to said amendment shall cast a ballot with the following words printed or written .thereon : " Constitutional amendment in reference to School Commissioners — No." Was r ead the third time. The q uestion being put: "Shall the Bill pass?" it was decided in the affirmative. The y eas and nays were called in accordance with the provision of the Constitution. Yeas, 98 ; nays, 17. Those w ho voted in the affirmative are : Hon. J ames Simons, Speaker, and Messrs. Aldrich, Aucrum, Ansel, 198 , W EDNESDAY, DECEMBER 8, 1886. Archer, A ustell, Barkley, Barmore, Beard, Bigham, Blackwell, Black, Boyle, Brawley, Brice, Brown, Browning, Buck, Cain, Cappelmann, Chalmers, Chandler, Cleveland, Connors, Daniels, Dantzler, Davenport, Dean, Douglass, Drake, DuBose, Dukes, Earle, Easley, Evans, Fox, Gary, Graham, Guess, S. P. Hamilton, Harper, Hickman, Hill, Hud- gens, Hyde, Irby, Johnston, Jones, Jordan, Keitt, Kershaw, King, Law- ton, League, Maher, Mars, Mason, Mears, McClintock, McDaniel, McKissick, Miles, D. F. Miller, Lovick P. Miller, Mims, Morrall, Moses, Nelson, Norton, A. F. O'Brien, L. B. O'Bryan, Ott, Parker, Peurifoy, Plowden, Pope, Pringle, Rankin, Raysor, Ready, Robinson, Rutland, Sally, Seegers, Schaffer, Shaw, Stanland, Stewart, Tindal, Toale, Turner, W. M. Walker, Wharton, H. Frank Wilson, W. B. Wilson, Jr., Wim- berly, Wylie and Young. — 98. Those w ho voted in the negative are : Messrs. A buey, Baxter, Burke, Causey, Ficken, Haskell, Hough, Hut- son, Lee, Lesesne, McHugh, Rue, Sarratt, John P. Thomas of Richland, J. P. Thomas of Union, J. Frost Walker and Washington.— 17. Two-thirds o f the whole representation having voted in the affirma tive, the Joint Resolution was passed and ordered to be sent to the Senate. UNFINISHED B USINESS. A B ill to provide for the formation of certain corporations under General Statutes was taken up for consideration. Pending t he discussion, on motion of Mr. POPE, the Bill was con tinued to the next Session. SPECIAL O RDERS. Immediately a fter Third Reading of Bills. The H ouse proceeded to the consideration of A B ill to create a fund to be designated "The Treasury Reserve Fund," and to provide for the control of the same. Mr. P OPE moved to strike out the enacting words of the Bill. The q uestion being put : "Will the House agree thereto," it was de cided in the negative. 6Yeas, 4 ; nays, 73. Those w ho voted in the affirmative were: Messrs. A nsel, Archer, Austell, Barmore, Bigham, Boozer, Brice, Chalmers, Cleveland, Connors, Daniels, Davenport, Dean, Drake, DuBose, Earle, Easley, Evans, Gary, Guess, J. D. Hamilton, Hickman, Hudgens, Irby, Johnston, Keitt, King, League, Mars, Mason, McClintock, McDaniel, Miles, B. F. Miller, Thomas E. Miller, Norton, L. B. O'Bryan, WEDNESDAY, D ECEMBER 8, 1886. 199 Peurifoy, P ope, Ready, Rue, Rutland, Sarratt, Wharton, Wylie and Young. — 46. Those w ho voted in the negative were: Hon. J ames Simons, Speaker, and Messrs. Aldrich, Ancrum, Bark- ley, Baxter, Beard, Bluckwell, Black, Boyle, Brawlev, Brooker, Brown, Browning, Burke, Byrd, Cain, Cappelmaun, Causey, Chandler, Cobb, Dautzler, Douglass, Dukes, Ficken, Fox, Graham, S. P. Hamilton, Harper, Haskell, Hill, Hough, Hutson, Hyde, Jones, Jordan, Kershaw, Lawton, Lee, Lesesne, Maher, Mears, McHugh, McKissick, Luvick P. Miller, Miins, Morrall, Moses, Nelson, A. F. O'Brien, Ott, Padgett, Par ker, Plowden, Pringle, Rankin, Raysor, Robinson, Sally, Seegers, Schaf- fer, Shaw, Stanland, Stewart, John P. Thomas of Richland, J. P. Thomas of Union, Tindall, Toale, Turner, J. Frost Walker, Washington, H. Frank Wilson, W. B. Wilson, Jr., and Wimberly.— 73. So t he House refused to strike out the enacting words of the Bill. The B ill was then read the third time, passed, and ordered to be sent to the Senate. On m otion of Mr. S. P. HAMILTON, the Special Order on a Bill to amend Section 2037 of the General Statutes, relating to the contracts of married women, (with Report of minority of was discharged, and the same was made the Special Order for to-morrow at the same time. The H ouse proceeded to the consideration of A B ill to reduce the salaries of State officers. On m otion of Mr. DANTZLER, the enacting words of the Bill were ordered to be stricken out.

GENERAL O RDERS.

The H ouse proceeded to the consideration of General Orders. The f ollowing Bill was read the second time and ordered to a third reading to-morrow : A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Cheraw and Camden Short Line Railroad Company," approved December 24, 1885. A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to provide for the more speedy development of the Columbia Canal " was made the Special Order for Saturday next, immediately after the third reading of Bills, and from day to day at the same time until disposed of A B ill to amend Section 1476 of the General Statutes, as to running trains on Sunday, was taken up for a second reading. Mr. S TEWART moved to strike out the enacting words of the Bill. 200 W EDNESDAY/ DECEMBEK 8, 1886. After s ome time spent in the discussion thereof, Mr. ANSEL called the previous question on the pending question. The debate was suspended by the Special Order.

SPECIAL O RDER. For 2 :30 O'Clock P. M. The e lection of a Judge for the Third Circuit. The Senate attended in the House at 2:30 P. M. The P RESIDENT of the Senate announced that the two Houses had met in Joint Assembly, to elect a Judge of the Third Circuit, and that nominations were now in order. Mr. R HAME nominated the Hon. T. B. Praser for re-election, which was seconded by Mr. H. FRANK WILSON. No o ther nominations were made. The P RESIDENT of the Senate appointed Mr. Moore Teller on part of the Senate. The S PEAKER appointed Messrs H. F. Wilson and League Tellers on the part of the House. The C lerk called the roll of the Senators, when the Senators deposited their, votes in the ballot box. The C lerk called the roll of the House, when the members deposited their votes in the ballot box. The T ellers proceeded to count the votes and reported The t otal number of votes deposited was 153 Necessary t o a choice 77 That. T B. Fraser had received. 145 That R ichard Doozier had received 6 .That J H. Earle had received 1 Blank 1 153 Whereupon t he PRESIDENT of the Senate announced that Hon. T. B. Fraser, having received a majority of the votes given, is duly elected Judge of the Third Circuit. The P RESIDENT announced that the Joint Assembly was dissolved. The S enate returned to their Chamber. PAPERS F ROM THE SENATE. The Senate sent to this House A C oncurrent Resolution to elect Superintendent and three Directors, of the Penitentiary on Thursday next at one o'clock. THURSDAY, D ECEMBER 9, 1886. 201 Mr. A NSEL proposed to amend by striking out the word "one " and inserting in lieu thereof the words "two and one-half." A M essage was ordered to be sent to the Senate asking leave to so amend. Mr. M cHUGH, from the Committee on Military, made a Report on the Message of his Excellency the Governor, aud reported a Concurrent Resolution, as follows : tBe i Resolved by the House of Representatives, the Senate concurring That the muster rolls of the soldiers of the Revolution of 1776, printed in accordance with a Concurrent Resolution of the General Assembly, 1881, be distributed as follows: One hundred copies thereof to the Soci ety of the Cincinnati of South Carolina, three copies thereof to each of the colleges and public libraries within this State, six copies thereof to the South Carolina Historical Society, one copy thereof to each of the members of the General Assembly ; that fifty copies thereof ba placed at the disposal of his Excellency the Governor, aud the remaining copies be deposited and kept in the Legislative Library. Which w as considered immediately, agreed to and ordered to be sent to the Senate. ELEAVE O ABSENCE. Mr. H ICKMAN asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague Mr. Buck, for Saturday next. Mr. J OHNSTON asked and obtained leave of absence for his col league, Mr. Easley, for Saturday next. The H ouse resumed the debate ou a Bill to amend Section 1476 of e G eneral Statutes, as to running trains on Sunday. Pending the debate, On m otion of Mr. McHUGH, the House was adjourned at 3:15 P. M. to meet to-morrow at 10 o'clock A. M.

THURSDAY, D ECEMBER 9, 1886.

At t he hour to which the House was adjourned the Clerk called the roil, when the SPEAKER took the chair, and, a quorum being present, the deliberations of the day were opened with prayer to Almighty God by the Rev. N. M. Woods. The J ournal of yesterday's proceedings were read and confirmed. The S PEAKER announced the following Committee, on the part of 202 T HURSDAY, DECEMBER 9, 1886. the H ouse, provided for in Concurrent Resolution relating to phosphate interest in the State, and a Message was ordered to be sent to the Senate accordingly : Messrs. Blackwell, Haskell, Brawley, Maher and W. B. Wilson, Jr. Mr. J OHN P. THOMAS of Richland moved to reconsider the vote whereby the House on yesterday ordered House Bill to provide for the formation of certain corporations under General Statutes to be continued to the next Session. Mr. A NSEL moved to lay the motion on the table. The q uestion being put: " Will the House agree thereto?" it passed in the affirmative. ' Those w ho voted in the affirmative were : Messrs. A nsel, Archer Austell, Barmore, Beard, Bigham, Black, Boozer, Brice, Brown, Browning, Buck, Byrd, Chalmers, Cleveland, Davenport, Dean, Drake, DuRnse, Dukes, Earle, Evans, Fox, Graham, Guess, S. P. Hamilton, Harper, Hickman, Hill, Johnson, Jones, Keitt, Kershaw, King, Lawton, League, Mars, Mason, McClintock, McDaniel, Miles, Thomas E. Miller, Mims, Morrall, Norton, Padgett, Peurifoy, Plowden, Pope, Robinson, Rutland, Sarratt, Schaffer, Shaw, Stauland, Stewart, J. P. Thomas of Union, Wharton, Wimberly and Wylie. — 60. Those w ho voted in the negative were : Hon. J ames Simons, Speaker, and Messrs. Abney, Aldrich, Ancrum, Barkley, Baxter, Blackwell, Boyle, Brawley, Brooker, Cain, Cappelmann, Causey, Chandler, Cobb, Connors, Daniels, Dautzler, Douglass, Easley, Ficken, Gary, Jno. D. Hamilton, Haskell, Hough, Hudgens, Hutson, Hyde, Irby, Jordan, Lee, Lesesne, Maher, Mears, McHugh, McKissick, B. F. Miller, Moses, Nelson, A. F. O'Brien, L. B. O'Bryan, Ott, Parker, Pringle, Rankin, Raysor, Ready, Rue, Sally, Seegers, Simpson, John P. Thomas of Richland, Toale, Turner, W. M. Walker, Washington, H. Frank Wilson and W. R. Wilson, Jr.— 38. So t he House refused to reconsider the vote by which the Bill was ordered to be continued to the next Session. The S PEAKER called, in alphabetical order of Counties, for Peti tions, Memorials, Presentments of Grand Juries, Returns of Commis sioners, and such like papers, and for Resolutions, Bills or motions. On m otion of Mr. BOYLE, the call by Counties was dispensed with for this day. Mr. K EITT presented Petitionf o the citizens of Newberry County for the enaction of such laws as will prohibit the sale of intoxicating liquors through out the entire County of Newberry. Which w as referred to a Special Committee composed of the New berry Delegation. THURSDAY, D ECEMBER 9, 1886. 203 Mr. W ASHINGTON presented fPetition o the citizens of Beaufort County, with draft of Bill, relative to the Stock Law. * Which was referred to the Committee on Agriculture. Mr. KEITT presented Petition ( with draft of Bill) for the incorporation of the Chester and Newberry Railroad Company. Which was referred to the Committee on Railroads. Mr. L. P. MILLER presented fPetition o sundry citizens of Georgetown County to be exempt from payment of taxes the present year, from loss of crops. Which w as referred to the Committee on Ways and Means. Mr. RAYSOR presented Petition e x parte Geo. W. Brunson and others, officers of the Orange burg Building and Loan Association, with draft of Bill. Which was referred to the Committee on Incorporations. BILLS I NTRODUCED. Mr. D OUGLASS, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to cede and vest in Julins Mills all the right, title and interest of the State in the Canal on Catawba River, lying in the Counties of Chester and Fairfield, except so much as has heretofore been ceded to and vested in Mrs. Susan A. Boyleston. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. W ASHINGTON, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill relating to the County Jail of Beaufort County. Which was read the first time and referred to the Committee on Pub lic Buildings. Mr. M ASON, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to provide for the payment of jurors and witnesses attending inquests. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. P OPE, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to provide for the collection of claims due to the State or any County. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Ways and Means. 204 T HURSDAY, DECEMBER 9, 1886. Mr. I RBY, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, in troduced A B ill to provide fur the stay of all sales under execution until the 1st of November, 1887. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. .Mr. W B. WILSON, Jr., by unanimous consent of the House, in troduced A B ill to amend Section 1 of an Act entitled "An Act to provide for the taking of depositions de bene esse in civil actions depending in the Courts of Common Pleas in this State," approved December 22, 1883. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

NOTICESF O BILLS. .Mr. A F. O'BRIEN gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to incorporate certain lakes on Four Hole Swamp, in the Counties of Colleton and Berkeley. Mr. H ASKELL gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to charter the Home Insurance Company, of Columbia. Mr. M ASON gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend the charter of the Town of Westminster, in Oconee County. Mr. M cKISSICK gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend Chapter XCVIII of the General Statutes, relating to costs and fees of attorneys and other officers, in the matter of costs to attorneys, Coroners and Trial Justices. Mr. W ASHINGTON gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to incorporate the Beaufort Artesian Water Supply Company. .Mr. W B. WILSON, Jr., gave notice that to-morrow or some subse quent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to compel insurance companies doing business in this State to pay the full value of all losses and damages to the property insured, not exceeding the sum for which such property may be insured. Also, A B ill for the relief of King's Mountain Military School. THURSDAY, D ECEMBER 9, 1886. 205 The S PEAKER called for

REPORTSF O STANDING COMMITTEES. Mr. P ARKER, from the Judiciary Committee, made an unfavorable Report on A B ill to amend the criminal law. Also, made a favorable Report on A B ill to amend Sections 2236 and 2237 of the General Statutes, in relation to juries. Also, m ade a favorable Report on A B ill to amend an Act entitled " An Act to declare a certain stream on Edisto Island in Berkeley County a private stream," approved December 26, 1885. Also, m ade a favorable Report on A B ill to confer the right of legitimacy upon Marie Smalls and Eliza beth Smalls, and to change their names to Marie Butler and Elizabeth Butler. Also, m ade an unfavorable Report on A B ill to require all persons sentenced in the Court of General Sessions to imprisonment for two years or a shorter term to be kept in the County where convicted, and to work on the public roads under the control of the County Commissioners. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. Also, m ade a favorable Report, with substitute, on A B ill to prohibit Trial Justices who receive salaries in criminal busi ness to charge or receive any fee. Which w as read the first time and ordered for consideration to-morrow. .Mr. S P. HAMILTON, from same Committee, made an unfavorable Report on A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to prescribe the priorities of certain statutory liens," approved December 23, A. D. 1885. Mr.. S J. SIMPSON, from same Committee, made a favorable Report on A B ill to fix the time and provide for the holding of the Circuit Courts in the Seventh Circuit. Which w ere severally ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. H ASKELL, from the Committee on Ways and Means, made a favorable Report on A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to provide for the settle ment of the consolidated debt of the State in accordance with the de cision of the Supreme Court of South Carolina." 206 T HURSDAY, DECEMBER 9, 1886. Also, m ade a favorable Report on A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to provide funds for the building and completion of the Court House at Marlboro County," ap proved December 23, 1884. Also, m ade a favorable Report on A J oint Resolution authorizing and requiring the County School Com missioners of Williamsburg County to pay to W". D. Knox his school claim. Which w ere severally ordered for consideration to-morrow. Also, made a Report and reported A J oint Resolution authorizing the State Treasurer to issue to Mary E. Fleming a bond of the State and certificate of State stock in lieu of others lost or destroyed. Which w as read the first time and ordered for consideration to-mor" row. Mr. M AHER, from the Committee on Railroads, made an unfavora ble Report on A B ill to ascertain and fix the liabilities of common carriers. Which was considered immediately, the Report was agreed to and the Bill rejected. Mr. A NSEL, from same Committee, made a favorable Report, with amendment, on A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the New berry and Laurens Railroad Company," and to validate all Acts and contracts done and made in pursuance of the same. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. B RAWLEY, from the Committee on Privileges and Elections, made an unfavorable Report on A B ill to amend Sections 108, 110, 111, 115, 116, 117, Chapter XIII, General Statutes. Also, m ade a favorable Report on A B ill to amend Section 89 of the General Statutes of South Caro lina, relating to the qualification of electors. Also, made an unfavorable Report on A B ill to amend Sections 100, 102, 103, 104, Chapter VII, General Statutes, relative to the qualification of electors. Also, made an unfavorable Report on A B ill to abolish the office of Supervisor of Registration, and devolv ing the duties on County Auditors. Which w ere severally ordered for consideration to-morrow. THURSDAY, D ECEMBER 9, 1886. 207 Mr. N ORTON, from the Committee on Agriculture, made a favorable Report on A B ill to regulate fishing with seines in the inland creeks, streams, rivers or waters of the State. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. M ILES, from the Committee on Offices and Officers, made a favorable Report on A B ill to amend the law fixing the compensation of the Board of County Commissioners of Beaufort County. Mr. G UESS, from the same Committee, made a favorable Report, with amendment, on A B ill to devolve upon the Governor, Comptroller General, State Treasurer and Secretary of State the duties of the Board of Directors of the State Penitentiary and the Board of Regents of the Lunatic Asylum. Which w ere severally ordered for consideration to morrow. The C ommittee on Agriculture asked to be discharged from further consideration of a Bill to exempt certain portions of Colleton County from the operation of Chapter LXVII of General Statutes, relating to General Stock Law, and that the same be referred to the Colleton Dele gation ; which wa9 so ordered. On m otion of Mr. EVANS, Petition and Bill to amend the charter of the Eastern South Carolina Railroad Company was recommitted to < the Committee on Railroads. Mr. H ASKELL, from the Committee on Ways and Means, made an unfavorable Report on Petitionf o Grand Jury of Chester County. Which w as considered immediately, the Report was agreed to and the Petition laid on the table. Also, m ade an unfavorable Report on A B ill to provide for the payment out of the Sinking Fund of the valid interest on certain bonds and stock of the State. Which w as considered immediately, the Report was agreed to and the Bill rejected. Mr. P ARKER, from the Committee on the Judiciary, made an unfa vorable Report on A B ill to abolish attorneys' costs in cases of appeal from Trial Jus tices' Courts. Which w as considered immediately, the Report was agreed to and the Bill rejected. 208 T HURSDAY, DECEMBER 9, 1886. .Mr. W B. WILSON, Jr., from same Committee, made au unfavorable Report on A B ill to amend Section 323 of the Code of Civil Procedure, relating to costs. Which w as considered immediately, the Report was agreed to and the Bill rejected. LEAVEF O ABSENCE. Mr. C ONNORS asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague, Mr. B. F. Miller, for Monday next. Mr.,WHARTON a sked and obtained leave of absence for his col league, Mr. McClintock, from Saturday until Monday night. Mr. W 1MBERLY asked and obtained leave of absence for his col league, Mr. Fox, for Saturday and Monday next. FREPORTS O COMMITTEES. ' M r. KEITT, from the Committee on Agriculture, made a favora ble Report on Concurrent R esolution relating to Inter-State Agricultural Encampmet. Which was considered immediately. The d ebate was adjourned until to-morrow immediately after the third reading of Bills. Mr. T INDAL, from the Committee on Agriculture, reported A B ill to amend an Act to create a Department of Agriculture, defin ing its duties, and charging it with inspection of fertilizers and regula tion of sales of commercial fertilizers, approved December 23, 1879. Which w as read' the first time and made the Special Order for Satur day next immediately after the third reading of Bills, and from day to day until disposed of. Mr.. L P. MILLER, from the Joint Commi'tee appointed to investi gate the matter of factory sites upon the Canal, and the amount of labor and mouey expended upon said Canal, also the practicability of trans ferring the interest of the State to the City of Columbia, made a Report, which was made the Special Order for Saturday next immediately after the third reading of Bills. Mr. P OPE, from a minority of the same Committee, made a Report, which was made the Special Order for Saturday next in connection with the majority Report. PAPERS F ROM THE SENATE. The S enate sent to this House A C oncurrent Resolution relating to the printing of the Reports of Joint Committee on Canal. Thursday, D ecember 9, 1886. 209 Which w as concurred in, and ordered to be returned to the Senate. The following Message was received from the Senate :

Ik t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 9, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it grants leave to the Hcuse of Representatives to amend the Senate Concurrent Resolution relating to the election of a Superintendent and three Di rectors of the Penitentiary, as indicated in Message from your House this day, to wit: "by striking out on line three the word ' one ' and inserting in lieu thereof the words ' two and one-half.' " Very r espectfully, &c, W.. L MAULDIN, President o f the Senate. The C oncurrent Resolution was amended in conformity thereto and ordered to be returned to the Senate. The SPEAKER called for

FREPORTS O SPECIAL COMMITTEES. Mr. A NSEL, from the Special Committee composed of the Green ville Delegation, made a favorable Report (with Bill) on Petitionf o certain citizens of Greenville County in relation to sub mitting the question of prohibition or no prohibition to the qualified voters of Greenville County. Which w as read the first time and ordered for consideration to morrow. Mr. C AIN, from the Special Committee composed of the Sumter dele gation, made a favorable Report on A B ill to regulate the trade in seed cotton in Sumter County. Which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. B ROOKER, from the Special Committee composed of the Lex ington Delegation, made a Report, without recommendation, on A B ill to prohibit the sale of spirituous liquors in the Town of Leesville. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. THIRD R EADING. The f ollowing Bills were read the third time and ordered to be sent to the Senate: A B ill to create a fund to be designated " The Treasury Reserve Fund," and to provide for the control of the same. 17— HJ 210 T HURSDAY, DECEMBER 9, 1886. A B ill to amend an Act to incorporate the Cheraw and Camden Short Line Railroad Company. The H ouse proceeded to the consideration of UNFINISHED B USINESS. The House resumed the debate on A B ill to amend Section 1476 of the General Statutes, as to running trains on Sunday. The q uestion being put: "Shall the enacting words of the Bill be stricken out?" it was decided in the negative. Yeas, 51 ; nays, 65. Those w ho voted in the affirmative were: Messrs. A nsel, Archer, Austell, Barmore, Black, Boozer, Brice, Causey, Chalmers, Cleveland, Daniels, Dantzler, Davenport, Douglass, Drake, DuBose, Earle, Evans, Fox, Graham, Guess, Jno. D. Hamilton, Hickman, Hough, Hudgens, Johnson, Keitt, King, Mars, McClintock, McDaniel, McKissick, Norton, L. B. O'Bryan, Peurifoy, Rankin, Ray- sor, Ready, Robinson, Rutland, Shaw, Simpson, Stewart, J. P. Thomas of Union, Turner, W. M. Walker, Wharton, W. B. Wilson, Jr., Wim- berly, Wylie and Young. — 51. Those w ho voted in the negative were: Hon. J ames Simons, Speaker, aud Messrs. Aldrich, Ancrum, Bark- ley, Baxter, Beard, Blackwell, Boyle, Brawley, Brooker. Browning, Buck, Burke, Byrd, Cain, Cappelmaun, Cobb, Connors, Dean, Dukes, Easley, Ficken, Gary, S. P. Hamilton, Harper, Hill, Hutson, Hyde, Irby, Jones, Jordan, Kershaw, Lawton, League, Lee, Lesesne, Maher, Mason, Mears, McHugh, Miles, B. F. Miller, Lovick P. Miller, Thomas E. Miller, Mims, Morrall, Moses, Nelson, A. F. O'Brien, Ott, Padgett, Parker, Plowden, Pope, Pringle, Rue, Sally, Seegers, Schaffer, Stanland, Tindal, Toale, J. Frost Walker, Washington and H. Frank Wilson. — 65. So t he House refused to strike out the enacting words of the Bill. The B ill was rea 1 the second time and ordered for a third reading to-morrow. GENERAL O RDERS. The following Bill was laid on the table: A B ill (House) relating to the assessment of real property and the collectionof taxes in certain portions of the Counties of Charleston, Berkeley and Colleton. A B ill from the Senate relating to the reassessment of real property and the collection of taxes in certain portions of the Counties of Charles ton, Berkeley and Colleton was taken up for consideration. THURSDAY, D ECEMBER 9, 1886. 211 .Mr. W B. WILSON. Jr., moved to strike out the enacting words of the Bill. Mr. B LACK moved to lay the motion on the table. The question being put : " Will the House agree thereto ?" it passed in the affirmative : Those w ho voted in the affirmative were: Hon. J ames Simons, Speaker, and Messrs. Abney, Aldrich, Ansel, Barkley, Barmore, Baxter, Beard, Blackwell, Black, Boyle, Brawley, . Brooker, Brown, Browning, Buck, Burke, Cain, Cappelmann, Causey Chalmers, Chandler, Cleveland, Cobb, Daniels, Davenport, Dean, Drake, Dukes, Earle, Easley, Evans, Ficken, Fox, Gary, Guess, S. P. Hamilton, Harper, Hickman, Hill, Hudgens, Hutson, Hyde, Joues, Jordan, Kershaw, Lawton, League, Lee, Lesesue, Maher, Mars, Mason, Mears, McClintock, McHugh, McKissick, Lovick P. Miller, Thomas E. Miller, Morrall, Moses, A. F. O'Briep, L. B. O'Bryan, Ott, Padgett, Parker, Peurifoy, Plowden, Pope, Rankin, Raysor, Ready, Robinson, Rue, Sally, Sarratt, Simpson, Stanland, John P. Thomas of Richland, Tindal, Toale, Turner, Washington, Wharton, H. Frank Wilson, Wimberly and Young. — 87. Those w ho voted in the negative were : Messrs A ncrum, Archer, Austell, Bigham, Boozer, Brioe, Byrd, Connors, Dantzler, Douglass, DuBose, Graham, John D. Hamilton, Hough, Irby, Johnston, Keitt, King, McDaniel, Miles, B. F. Miller, Mims, Nelson, Norton, Rutland, Seegers, Sha-w, Stewart, J. P. Thomas of Union, J. Frost Walker, W. M. Walker, W. B. Wilson, Jr., and Wylie.— 33. So t he motion to strike out the enacting words of the Bill was ordered to be laid on the table. The d ebate was suspended by the Special Order, to wit : SPECIAL O RDER.

Foe 2:30 O'Clock P. M. Joint A ssembly for the election of a Superintendent and three Directors of the Penitentiary. The S enate attended in the House at 2:30 P. M. The P RESIDENT of the Senate announced that the two Houses had met in Joint Assembly for the purpose to elect a Superintendent and three Directors of the Penitentiary. The C lerk of the Senate read the Concurrent Resolution. The P RESIDENT appointed Senator Moise Teller on the part of the Senate. 212 T HURSDAY, DECEMBER 9, 1886. The S PEAKER appointed Messrs. Lesesne and Easley Tellers on the part of the House. The P RESIDENT stated that the Joint Assembly would now pro ceed to vote viva voce for a Superintendent of the Penitentiary, and that nominations were now in order. Senator M OORE nominated T. J. Lipscomb. It was seconded by Mr. PRINGLE. Senator B YRD nominated Jno. H. Kinsler. Mr. D ANTZLER nominated Mr. N. C. Robertson. Mr. D OUGLASS seconded the nomination. Mr. J ORDAN nominated Mr. J. P. Blackwell. It was seconded by Senator HOWELL and Mr. BOOZER. The C lerk of the Senate called the roll, when the Senators voted. The Clerk of the House called the roll, when the members voted. The T ellers reported : Total n umber of votes 156 Necessary t o a choice. 79 That. T J. Lipscomb had received 96 John. H Kinsler 15 .N. C Robertson 4 J.. P Blackwell 41

Whereupon t he PRESIDENT announced that Mr. T. J. Lipscomb, having received the majority of votes cast, is duly elected Superintendent of the Penitentiary. The J oint Assembly proceeded to vote for three Directors of the Penitentiary. The s ame Tellers were appointed. The f ollowing nominations were made: Messrs.. G W. Shields, N. W. Brooker, J. G. Guiguavd, C. W. McFadden and H. A. Meetze. The C lerk of the Senate called the roll, when the Senators voted. The Clerk of the House called the roll, when the members voted. The Tellers reported:

Total n umber of votes 141 > Necessary t o a choice 7 '2 That M r. N. W. Brooker had received 113 .Mr. C W. McFadden had received 114 Mr.. J G. Guignard had received - 79 .Mr. H A. Meetze had received 73 Mr.. G W. Shields had received 44 FRIDAY, D ECEMBER 10, 1886. 213 Whereupon t he PRESIDENT announced that Mr. N. W. Brooker, Mr. J. G. Guignard and Mr. C. W. McFadden had received a majority and the highest number of vote? given, and were duly elected Directors of the Penitentiary. The P RESIDENT of the Senate announced that the Joint Assembly, having discharged the business before it, was dissolved. The S enate returned to its Chamber. On m otion of Mr. POPE, the House was adjourned at 4 o'clock P. M., to meet to-morrow at 10 o'clock A. M.

FRIDAY, D ECEMBER 10, 1886.

At t he hour to which the House was adjourned the Clerk called the roll, when the SPEAKER took the chair, and, a quorum being present, the deliberations of the day were opened with prayer to Almighty God by the Rev. N. M. Woods. The J ournal of yesterday's proceedings was read and confirmed. PAPERS F ROM THE SENATE. The Senate sent to this House A J oint Resolution proposing an amendment to Article 4 of the Con stitution of the S ate of South Carolina, ratified on the 16th day of April, 1868, so as to strike out Section 19 thereof. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Offices and Officers. - T he Senate sent to this House the following Message: In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 10, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it has re jected a Bill from the House of Representatives to change the name of Beulah Jane Galloway to that of Beulah Jane Dowling and enable her to inherit from S. S. Dowling. Very r espectfully, &c, W.. L MAULDIN, President o f the Senate. 214 F RIDAY, DECEMBEK 10, 1886. The S PEAKER called, in alphabetical order of Counties, for Peti tions, Memorials, Presentments of Grand Juries, Returns of Commis sioners, and such like papers, and for Resolutions, Bills or motions. On m otion of Mr. SHAW, the call by Counties was dispensed with for this day. Mr. P OPE presented Petitionf o certain citizens of Newberry County against disturbing the Local Option Law. Which w as referred to a Special Committee composed of the New berry Delegation. Mr.. W B. WILSON, Jr., presented Petition ( with draft of Bill) of Asbury Coward for relief of King's Mountain Military School. Which waR referred to the Committee on Ways and Means. Mr. BURKE presented Petition ( with draft of Bill) to amend Section 927 of the General Statutes, in relation to exemption from examinations of certain appli cants for liceuse as apothecaries. Which w as referred to the Committee on Incorporations. Mr.. W B. WJLSON, Jr., presented Pttition ( with draft of Bill) of James S. Wright to renew the charter of Wright's Ferry, over the Catawba River. Which was referred to the Committee on Roads, Bridges and Ferries. Mr. ANSEL presented fPetition o City Council of Greenville against Bill to submit the ques tion of sale of liquor in the city to a vote of the whole County. Also, Petition f rom citizens and taxpayers of City of Greenville against sub mitting question of sale of liquor in City of Greenville to a vote of the whole County. Which w ere referred to a Special Committee composed of the Green ville Delegation. Mr. L ESESNE presented Petition ( with draft of Bill) to charter " Walker, Evans & Cogswell Company." Which w as referred to the Committee on Incorporations. Mr. A LDRICH, from the Committee on Incorporations, to whom was referred Petitiou of sundry citizens of the Town of Wellford, Spartan burg County, relative to amendment to charter of the said town, asked that the Committee be dischargad from farther consideration of the same, and that the same be referred to the Spartanburg Delegation ; which was so ordered. FRIDAY, D ECEMBER 10, 1886. 1 Mr. L EE, from the Medical Committee, made an unfavorable Report on A B ill to amend Section 919, Chapter XVIII, of the General Statutes, relating to physicians, apothecaries and dentists. Which w as considered immediately, the Report agreed to, and the Bill rejected. The s ame was withdrawn from the files of the House by Mr. BROOKER.

BILLS I NTRODUCED.

Mr.. B F. MILLER, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill relating to the compensation of the County Commissioners of Lancaster County, their clerk and the attorney employed by them. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Ways and Means. Mr. A BNEY asked and obtained leave, without notice, to introduce A Bill to amend Sections 936 and 938 of the General Statutes, relat ing to dentists. s Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. M ASON, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to submit to the qualified electors of Oconee County the ques tion, "Shall spirituous, intoxicating or malt liquors be manufactured or sold in Oconee County," and provide penalties for the violation thereof if a majority shall vote in the negative. Which w as read the first time and referred to a Special Committee consisting of the Oconee Delegation. Mr. T HOMAS E. MILLER, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to exempt certain portions of Beaufort County from the opera tions of Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes, relating to the General Stock Law. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Agri culture. Mr. T INDAL, pursuant to notice aud by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to establish the South Carolina Experimental Farm and Sta tion. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Agri culture. 216 F RIDAY, DECEMBER 10, 1886. Mr. G ARY, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to make municipal corporations liable to a civil action for damage sustained by a failure to keep the streets in repair. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. R ANKIN asked and obtained leave, without notice, to introduce A Bill to amend Section 1825 of the General Statutes, relating to dis tress for rent. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. C APPELMANN asked and obtained leave, without notice, to in troduce A B ill to amend the law in relation to the limitation of action for the recovery of the possession of real estate in all cases of coparceners, co- tenants, coheirs, and persons otherwise jointly intestate, where some of the parties claiming are minors. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. A LDRICH, by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to amend Section 19 of the Code of Procedure and Acts amend- datory t hereof, so far as the same relates to the Courts of the Second Circuit. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Judiciary Commit tee. Mr.. A F. O'BRIEN, by consent of the House, introduced A Bill to declare certain lakes in Colleton and Berkeley Counties private property. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Agri culture. Also, A B ill to incorporate the Town of Holly Hill, in Berkeley County. Which w as read the first time and referred to a Special Committee composed of the Berkeley Delegation. Mr. A LDRICH, by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to amend an Act entitled " An Act to provide for the appoint ment of a stenographer for the Second Judicial Circuit." Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr.. W B. WILSON, Jr., pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A Bill to compel insurance companies doing business in this State to FRIDAY, D ECEMBER 10, 1886. 217 pay t he full value of all loss and damage to the property insured, to the extent of the sum specified in the policy of insurance. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. C OBB, by consent of the House, introduced A Bill to change the name of Charles Pettis to Charles Green. Which was read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. H UDGENS, by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to merge all departments of County funds into a common County f und, so far as relates to the duties of County Treasurers. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Ways and M eans. Mr. I RBY, by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to provide for the establishment of a new school district in Laurens County, and to authorize the levy and collection of a school tax therein. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Edu cation. The f ollowing Message was received from the Senate: In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 10, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it invites your honorable Speaker and gentlemen of the House of Represents' tives to attend in the Senate Chamber at 12:30 P. M. this day, for the purpose of ratifying Acts. Very r espectfully, W.. L MAULDIN, President o f the Senate.

A M essage was ordered to be sent to the Senate, declining the invita tion and proposing the hour of 2:30 P. M. instead of 12:30 P. M. The following Message was received from the Senate :

In t he Senate, Columbia. S. C, December 10, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it has rejected a Bill from the House to amend an Act to prohibit the pay 218 F RIDAY, DECEMBER 10, 1886. mentf o nulla bona costs in this State on judgments against defendants in criminal cases. Very r espectfully, .W. L MAULDIN, President of the Senate. The f ollowing Message was received from the Senate : In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 10, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your houorable body that it declines the amendment to the invitation of the Senate to the House to meet in Senate Chamber at 12:30 P. M. for the purpose of ratifying Acts, sug gesting 2:30 P. M., and requests the House to attend at 2:15 P. M., as it has a Special Order for the hour indicated in the Message from the House. Very r espectfully, &c, W.. L MAULDIN, President of the Senate. A M essage was ordered to be sent consenting to the change of hour as indicated. The f ollowing Message was received from the Senate : In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 10, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it has appointed Messrs. Murray, Talbert and Moore the Committee on the part of the Senate provided for in Concurrent Resolution relating to phosphate interests of the State. Very r espectfully, &c, .W. L MAULDIN, President of the Senate. NOTICESF O BILLS.

Mr. G ARY gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A J oint Resolution authorizing and requiring the School Commissioner of Edgefield County to pay Chloe Nicholson her school claim. .Mr. S P. HAMILTON gave notice that to-morrow or some subse quent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to authorize certain Counties of this State, after a vote of their FRIDAY, D ECEMBER 10, 1886. 219 respective p eoples, to issue short bouds, the proceeds of which to be used to buy grain in case of dire distress and threatened famine, and to pro vide for the payment of the principal and interest of the same. Mr. H UDGENS gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to merge all departments of County funds so far as relates to the duties of County Treasurers. Mr.EE L gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend Section 919 of Chapter XVIII of the General Stat utes, relating to physicians, apothecaries and dentists. Mr. M ORRALL gave notice that to morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to incorporate the Royal Legion of Honor. .Mr. A F. O'BRIEN gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to increase the royalty on phosphate rock and phosphatic de posits in the navigable streams and waters in this State, and to provide for the collection.

LEAVEF O ABSENCE. Mr. G ARY asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague, Mr. J. P. Blackwell, for Saturday next. Mr. S EEGERS asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague, Mr. Haskell, on account of sickness.

REPORTSF O STANDING COMMITTEES. Mr. P ARKER, from the Committee on the Judiciary, to whom was referred a Bill to alter and amend Section 2350 and to repeal Section 2351 of the General Statutes, relating to liens on buildings and lauds made a favorable Report and reported a substitute : A B ill to amend Sections 2350, 2351, 2354 and 2356, and to repeal Section 2353 of Chapter XCV, Part III, of the General Statutes, relat ing to liens on buildings and lands. Which w as read the first time and ordered for consideration to morrow. Mr. P ARKER, from the same Committee, to whom was referred a Bill to repeal so much of an Act entitled "An Act to provide salaries for certain officers in Georgetown County in lieu of all fees and costs," approved December 26, A. D. 1885, in so far as the same applies to the office of Coroner, made a favorable Report. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. P ARKER, from the same Committee, to whom was referred a 220 F RIDAY, DECEMBER 10, 1886. Billo t prohibit Sheriff*) and Constables from charging or receiving pay for mileage, except for the number of miles actually and necessarily traveled, made an unfavorable Report. Which w as considered immediately, the Report agreed to, and the Bill rejected. Mr. P ARKER, from the same Committee, to whom was referred a Bill to amend Section 2058 and Section 2031 of the- General Statutes, in relation to the custodians of minors, made a favorable Report, with amendment, which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. P ARKER, from the same Committee, to whom was referred a Bill (Senate) to amend an Act entitled "An Act respecting Trial Justices in the Counties of Newberry, Edgefield, Anderson, Kershaw, Laurens, Charleston, Berkeley, Pickens and Spartanburg," approved December 26, 1881, made a favorable Report, which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. P ARKER, from the same Committee, to whom was referred a Bill (Senate) to regulate the number and p*y of Trial Justices and their Constables in Horry County, made a favorable Report, which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. H UTSON, from "the Committee on Education, to whom was re ferred a Bill (Senate) to provide for the establishment of a new school district in Marlborough County aud to authorize the levy and collection of a local tax therein, made a favorable Report, which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. H DTSON, from same Committee, to whom was referred a Bill (Senate) to establish a school district in Chester County, and to author ize the levy and collection of a local tax therein, made a favorable Report, which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. H UTSON, from same Committee, to whom was referred a Bill (Senate) to cancel the matriculation obligation of O. J. Bond, Jr., and Thos. P. Harrison to the Board of Visitors of the Military Academy, made a favorable Report, which was ordered for consideration to morrow. Mr. H UTSON, from the same Committee, reported A Bill to amend Section 1023 of the General Statutes, relating to school funds. Which w as read the first time and ordered for consideration to morrow. Mr. F ICKEN, from the Committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred a Bill to authorize and empower the County Commissioners of Spartanburg County to borrow money for certain purposes, made a favorable Report, which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. W HARTON, from the Committee on Agriculture, to whom was FRIDAY, D ECEMBER 10, 1886. 221 referred a B ill to exempt certain portions of Hampton County from the operation of Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes, relating to the Stock Law, made a Report, asking that the Committee be discharged and the Bill be referred to the Hampton Delegation ; which was so ordered • Mr. B LACK, from the Medical Committee, to whom was referred the Memorial from the Abbeville County Medical Society, relating to liens for professional services, made a Report, asking to be discharged ; which was agreed to and the Memorial ordered to be laid on the table. Mr. M AHER, from the Committee on Railroads, to whom was referred a Bill to amend Section 1143 of the General Statutes, in relation to charges made by railroads for the transportation of property, made a fa vorable Report, which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. M AHER, from the Committee on Railroads, made a favorable Report with Bill for amendment of charter of the Berkeley County Railroad and Lumber Company. Which w as read the first time and ordered for consideration to-mor row. Mr. M AHER, from the Committee on Railroads, to whom was re ferred the Petition to amend the charter of the Eastern South Carolina Railroad Company, made a favorable Report and reported A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Eastern South Carolina Railroad Company," approved December 26th, 1885. Which w as read the first time and ordered for consideration to-mor row. Mr. C APPELMANN, from the Committee ou Incorporations, to whom was referred the Petition (with draft of a Bill) to establish a new Judicial and Election County from portions of Darlington and Marion Counties, to be known as Florence County, made a favorable Report, and the Bill was ordered for consideration to-morrow. The S PEAKER called for REPORTSF O SPECIAL COMMITTEES. Mr. C AUSEY, from the Special Committee composed of the Hamp ton Delegation, made a favorable Report on A B ill to exempt certain portions of Hampton County from the operations of Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes, relating to the Stock Law. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. A LDRICH, from the Committee on Incorporations, to whom was referred the Petition of stockholders of the Berkeley County Railway and Lumber Compauy, praying amendment to charter, asked that the Committee be discharged from further consideration of the same, and that it be referred to the Committee on Railroads ; which was so ordered. 222 F RIDAY, DECEMBER 10, 1886. THIRD R EADING. A B ill to amend Section 1476 of the General Statutes, as to running trains on Sunday, was read the third time, passed, and ordered to be sent to the Senate. UNFINISHED B USINESS. The d ebate was resumed on the Report of the Committee on Agricul ture on Concurrent Resolution relating to Inter-State Agricultural Encampment. The R eport and Concurrent Resolution were made the Special Order for Saturday next immediately after third reading Bills, and from day to day until disposed of. The d ebate was resumed on a Bill (from the Senate) relating to the reassessment of real property and the collection of taxes in certain por tions of the Counties of Charleston, Berkeley and Colleton (the question being on striking nut the 4th Section of the Bill.) Mr. M OSES had made a motion to strike out the 4th Section of the Bill. Mr. F ICKEN moved to lay the motion on the table. The question being put: "Will the House agree thereto?" it was decided in the negative. Yeas, 58 ; nays, 59. Those w ho voted in the affirmative were : Hon. J ames Simons, Speaker, and Messrs. Aldrich, Barkley, BaxUr, Blackwell, Boyle, Brawiey, Brooker, Brown, Browning, Buck, Bur e, Cappelmaun, Causey, Chandler, Cobb, Daniels, Dantzler, Dukes, Earle, Easley, Ficken, Fox, Gary, S. P. Hamilton, Hill, Hudgens, Hutson, Hyde, Jones, Jordan, Kershaw, Lawton, League, Lee, Lesesne, Mears, McHugh, Lovick P. Miller, Thomas E. Miller, Morrall, A. F. O'Brien, L. B. O'Bryan, Ott, Padgett, Parker, Pringle, Raysor, Robinson, Rue, Schaffer, Stanlaud, Tindall, Toale, Washington, Wimberly, Wylie and Young.— 58. Those w ho voted in the negative were: Messrs. A bney, Ancrum, Ansell, Archer, Austell, Barmore, Beard, Bigham, Black, Boozer, Brice, Byrd, Cain, Chalmers, Cleveland, Daven port, Drake, DuBose, Evans, Graham, Guess, Juo. D. Hamilton, Harper, Hickman, Hough, Irby, Johnson, Keitt, King, Maher, Mars, Mason, McDaniels, McKissick, Miles, B. F. Miller, Mims, Moses, Nelson, Norton, Peurifoy, Plowden, Pope, Rankin, Ready, Rutland, Sally, Sarratt, Seegers, Shaw, Stewart, John P. Thomas of Richland,. J. P. Thomas of" Union, Turner, J. Frost Walker, W. M. Walker, Wharton, Frank H. Wilson and W. B. Wilson, Jr.— 59. FRIDAY, D ECEMBER 10, 1886. 223 So t he House refused to lay the motion to strike out Section 4 of the Bill on the table. The q uestion being put: "Shall the fourth Section of the Bill be stricken out?" it passed in the affirmative. Yeas, 62 ; nays, 56. Those w ho voted in the affirmative were : Messrs. A bney, Ancrum, Ansel, Archer, Austell, Barmore, Beard, Bigham, Black, Boozer, Brice, Browning, Byrd, Cain, Chalmers, Cleve land, Davenport, Dean, Drake, DuBose, Evans, Graham, Guess, Jno. D. Hamilton, Harper, Hickman, Hough, Irby, Johnson, Keitt, King, Maher, Mars, Mason, McDaniel, McKissick, Miles, B. F. Miller, Mims, Moses, Nelson, Norton, Peurifoy, Plowden, Pope, Rankin, Ready, Rut land, Sally, Sarratt, Seegers, Shaw, Slatiland, Stewart, John P. Thomas of Richland, J. P. Thomas of Union, Turner, J. Frost Walker, W. M. Walker, Wharton, H. Frank- Wilson and W. B. Wilson, Jr.— 62. Those w ho voted in the negative were : Hon. J ames Simons, Speaker, and Messrs. Aldrich, Barkley, Baxter Blackwell, Boyle, Brawley, Brooker, Brown, Buck, Burke, Cappel- mann, Causey, Chandler, Cobb, Daniels, Dautzler, Dukes, Earle, Easley, Ficken, Fox, Gary, 0 P. Hamilton, Hill, Hudgens, Hut- son, Hyde, Jones, Jordan, Kershaw, jawton, League, Lee, Lesesne, Mears, McHugh, Lovick P. Miller, Thomas E. Miller, Morrall, A. F. O'Brien, L. B. O'Bryan, Ott, Padgett, Parker, Pringle, Raysor, Robin son, Rue, Schaffer, Tindal, Toale, Washington, Wimberly, Wylie and Young. — 56. » So t he fourth Section was ordered to be stricken out. Mr. D OUGLASS stated that he was paired with Mr. Haskell and asked to be excused from voting, which* was granted — that he would have voted aye on the question of striking out Section 4 of the Bill. The B ill, having been read the second time, was ordered for a third reading to-morrow. SPECIAL O RDERS. The House proceeded to the consideration of A B ill to limit the number of Trial Justices in the several Counties of the State, to provide for fixing their territorial jurisdiction and for the manner and amount of their compensation. On m otion of Mr. DOUGLASS, the debate was adjourned until to-mor row immediately after the third reading of Bills. 224 F RIDAY, DECEMBER 10, 1886. SPECIAL O RDER. Immediately After Third Reading of Bills. The House proceeded to the consideration of A B ill to amend Section 2037 of the General Statutes, relating to the contracts of married women. .Mr. S P. HAMILTON moved to strike out the enacting words of the Bill. Mr. D A.NTZLER moved to lay the motion on the table. The q uestion being put: "Shall the motion that the enacting words of the Bill be stricken out be laid ou the table? " it passed in the affirma tive. 5Yeas, 8 ; nays, 24. Those w ho voted in the affirmative were : Hon. J ames Simons, Speaker, and Messrs. Ancrum, Ansel, Archer, Austell, Barkley, Barmore, Baxter, Beard, Bigham, Blackwell, Black, Boozer, Boyle, Brawley, Brice, Brown, Browning, Buck, Burke, Byrd, Cain, Cappelmann, Causey, Chalmers, Chandler, Cleveland, Daniels, Dantzler, Davenport, Dean, Douglass, DuBose, Earle, Easley, Ficken, Fox, Graham, Guess, John D. Hamilton, Harper, Hough, Hutson, Hyde, Johnston, Jordan, Keitt, King, Lawton, Lssesne, Mahsr, Mars, Mason, Mears, McHugh, McKissick, Miles, B. F. Miller, Lovick P. Miller, Morrall, Moses, Norton, L. B. O'Bryan, Padgett, Parker, Peuri- foy, Plowden, Pope, Pringle, Rankin, Ready, Robinson, Rutland, Seegers, Schaffer, Shaw^ Stanland, Stewart, Tindal, Turner, J. Frost Walker, W. M. Walker, H. Frank Wilson, Wimberly and Young. — 85. Those w ho voted in the negative were : Messrs. A bney, Aid rich, Brdbker, Drake, Dnkes, Evans, S. P. Ham ilton, Hickman, Hill, Hudgens, Jones, Kershaw, McDaniel, Thomas E. Miller, Mims, A. F. O'Brien, Raysor, Rue, Sarratt, J. P. Thomas of Union, Washington, Wharton, W. B. Wilson, Jr., and Wylie. — 24. So t he motion to lay on the table the motion to strike out the enact- ing words of the Bill was agreed to. The B ill was read the second time and ordered to be engrossed for a third reading to-morrow. SPECIAL O RDER. A B ill to limit the rate of interest to 7 per cent, per annum, and fixings penalty for taking, agreeing upon or receiving a greater j>er cent., was discharged, and the same was made the Special Order for Tuesday next at 12 o'clock M. Mr. A LDRICH asked and obtained unanimous consent to reconsider the vote by which a Bill from the Senate to amend an Act entitled "An FRIDAY, D ECEMBER 10, 1886. Acto t incorporate the Blaokville and Allston Railroad Company," ap proved December 24, 1885, was read the third time and ordered to be enrolled. Mr. A LDRICH moved to recommit the Bill to the Committee on Railroads. On m otion of Mr. ALDRICH, the debate was adjourned until to morrow immediately after third reading of Bills. Mr. D OUGLASS, from the Committee on Enrolled Acts, reported the following as correctly enrolled : A J oint Resolution to authorize the drawing of funds in the hands of the Treasurer of the County of Oconee. An A ct to authorize the County Commissioners of Orangeburg County to apply certain unexpended balances to general County purposes. An A ct to amend the charter of "The Carolina Savings Bank of Charleston." ACTSND A JOINT RESOLUTIONS RATIFIED. The H ouse attended in the Senate Chamber at 2:15 o'clock P. M., when the following Acts originating in the Senate were ratified : An A ct to amend General Statutes, Title VIII, of the public health, Chapter XVIII, Section 948, in relation to quarantine. An A ct to amend Section 18 of the Code of Procedure, relating to the time for holding the Circuit Courts in the First Circuit. An A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Mount Pleasant and Seaview City Railway Company," approved December 24th, A. D. 1885. Also t he following Acts and Joint Resolution originating in the House of Representatives: A J oint Resolution to authorize the drawing of funds in the hands of the Treasurer of the County of Oconee. An A ct to authorize the County Commissioners of Orangeburg County to apply certain unexpended balances to general County purposes. An A ct to amend the charter of " The Carolina Savings Bank of Charleston." T4ie H ouse returned to their Hall. On m otion of Mr. H. FRANK WILSON, the House was adjourned at 2:30 o'clock P. M. to meet to-morrow at 10 o'clock A. M.

18— H J 226 S ATURDAY, DECEMBER il, 1886.

SATURDAY, D ECEMBER 11, 1886.

At t he hour to which the House was adjourned the Clerk called the roll, when the SPEAKER took the chair, and, a quorum being present, the deliberations of the day were opened with prayer to Almighty God by the. Rev N. M. Woods. The J ournal of yesterday's proceedings was read and confirmed. PAPERS F ROM THE SENATE. The Senate sent to this House A C oncurrent Resolution relating to the phosphate investigation. Which was considered immediately, concurred in, and ordered to be returned to the Senate. Also, r eturned to this House, A C oncurrent Resolution relative to the muster rolls of the Revolu-. tion of 1776. The S PEAKER called, in alphabetical order of Counties, for. Petitions, Memorials, Presentments of Grand Juries, Returns of Com missioners, and such like papers, and for Resolutions, Bills or motions. On m otion of Mr. A. F. O'BRIEN, the call by Counties was dis pensed with for this day. Mr. R EADY offered the following Resolution : Resolved, T hat from and including this day, the 11th inst., no member shall be permuted to speak longer than ten minutes on any question without the unanimous permission of the House. Which w as considered immediately and agreed to. Mr. H. F. WILSON, offered the following Resolution, which was con sidered immediately and agreed to : Resolved, T hat when this House adjourns, it stands adjourned until 11 o'clock A. M. on Monday next. * Mr.TT O presented Petition ( with draft of Bill) to repeal an Act entitled "An Act to in corporate the Town of Fort Motte, in the County of Orangeburg," ap proved March 25, 1878. Which w as referred to the Committee on Incorporations. Mr. K ERSHAW presented Petition ( with draft of Bill) to incorporate the Bank of Florence. Which was referred to the Committee on Incorporations. SATURDAY, D ECEMBER 11, 1886. 227 BILLS I NTRODUCED. Mr. M ORRALL, pursuant to notice aud by consent of the House, in- truduced A B ill to incorporate " The Royal Legion of Honor." Which was read ihe first time and referred to the Committee on In corporations. Mr. G ARY asked and obtained the unanimous consent of the House to introduce A J oint Resolution authorizing and_requiringthe School Commissioner of Edgefield County to pay Chloe Nicholson her school claims. Which w as re id the first time and referred to the Special Committee consisting of the Edgefield Delegation. Mr. P OPE asked and obtained the unanimous consent of the House to introduce A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Augusta and Edgefield Railroad Company," approved December 26th, 1885, by inserting another Section. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Rail roads. .Mr. A F. O'BRIEN, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to increase the royalty on phosphate rock and phosphatic de posits in the navigable streams aud waters in the State, and to provide for the collection of the same. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Mines and Milling. .Mr. J P. THOMAS, (Richland,) pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced i A B ill to incorporate the Columbia Home Insurance Company . Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Incor porations. Mr. M ASON, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to amend an Act entitled 'An Act to incorporate the Town of Westminster, in the County of Oconee,' approved March 17th, 1875," approved December 23d, A. D. 1885. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on In corporations. Mr. D EAN, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to amend Sections 2431, 2437 and 2438 of the General Statutes 228 S ATURDAY, DECEMBER 11, 1886. and t he Acts amendatory thereto, relating to fees of Clerks of Court, Sheriffs and Constables. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. J OHNSTON, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to allow warrants and other process issued by municipal authorities to be executed or served outside of the corporate limits. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. A RCHER, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill fixing the number and pay of Trial Justices for Spartanburg County. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. G ARY, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to authorize and require the Clerk of the Court of Common Pleas for Edgefield County to reindex and arrange the records of the old Court of Equity for said County, and to provide the compensation therefor. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. H UTSON, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to amend Section 2241 of the General Statutes, relating to the services of jurors. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. B EARD asked and obtained the unanimous consent of the House and introduced A B ill to amend Section 2 of an Act entitled "An Act to regulate the number and pay of Trial Justices of Oconee County." Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. A RCHER asked and obtained the unanimous consent of the House and introduced A J oint Resolution authorizing the County Treasurer to pay certain school claims against the County of Spartanburg, Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Ways and Means. SATURDAY, D ECEMBER 11, 1886. 229 The S PEAKER called for REPORTSF O STANDING COMMITTEES. Mr. M ASON, from the Committee on Commerce and Manufactures, to whom was referred a Bill to encourage manufactures in the County of Greenville, made a favorable Report, which was ordered for considera tion on Monday next. Mr. B ROWNING, from the Committee on Roads, Bridges and Fer ries, to whom was referred a Bill to authorize and require the County Commissioners of Horry County to establish and keep in repair a public highway in said County, made a favorable Report, which was ordered for consideration on Monday next. Mr. S ALLY, from the same Committee, to whom was referred a Bill (Senate) to prohibit the obstruction of navigation by bridges over and across rivers in this State, made a favorable Report, which was ordered for consideration on Monday next. Mr. D AlSTZLER, from the Committee on Incorporations, to whom was referred Petition of Geo. W. Brunson and others for incorporation of the Orangeburg Building and Loan Association, with a draft of Bill, made a favorable Report, the Bill was read the first time and ordered for consideration on Monday next. Mr. A LDRICH, from same Committee, to whom was referred a Bill to amend the charter of the Town of Woodruff, made a favorable Report, which was ordered for consideration on Monday next. Mr. P ARKER, from the Committee on the Judieiary, to whom was referred a Bill to change the name of Rolla D. Frazee to Phineas F. Frazee, and to make the said Phineas F. Frazee and Abraham F. Fiazee, natural born children of Phineas F. Frazee, the elder, legitimate, and capable in law of inheriting and receiving property from Phineas F. Frazee, the elder, made an unfavorable Report. On m otion of Mr. PARKER, the Report was considered immediately, agreed to, and the Bill rejected. Mr. A NCRUM, from the Committee on Agriculture, to whom was referred a Bill to establish the South Carolina Agricultural Farm and Station, made a favorable Report. On m otion of Mr. ANCRUM, the Report was considered immediately and the Bill was made the Special Order for Wednesday next im mediately after third reading Bills. Mr. W HARTON, from the same Committee, to whom was referred a Bill to exempt certain portions of Beaufort County from the operation of Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes, relating to the General Stock Law, asked that the Committee hi discharged from further con 230 . S ATURDAY, DECEMBER 11, 1886. sideration o f the same, and that the Bill be referred to the Beaufort Delegation; which was so ordered. Also. A B ill to amend Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes, relating to the General Stock Law and fencing stock, ask that the Committee be dis charged from the further consideration of the same, and that the Bill be referred to the Beaufort Delegation; which was so ordered. Also, A B ill to exempt a certain portion of Colleton County from the opsra- tionof Chapter XXVII, Title X, of the General Statutes, relating to the Stock LaWf asking that the Committee be discharged from the further consideration of the same, and that the Bill be referred to^the Colleton Delegation ; which was so ordered. Mr. W HARTON, from the Committee on Agriculture, to whom was referred a Bill to exempt certain portions of Marion County from the operations of the Stock Law, asked that the Committee be discharged from further consideration of the same, and that it be referred to the Marion Delegation ; which was so ordered. Mr. A LDRICH, from the Committee on Incorporations, made a favorable Report, with amendments, on a Bill to amend an Act entitled •' An Act to incorporate the Town of Florence," approved March 9th, 1871, and an Act to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Town of Florence, and an Act amendatory thereto," approved Decem ber 24, 1884; which was ordered for consideration on Monday next. Mr. L EE, from the Medical Committee, made a favorable Report on A B ill to amend subdivisions 2, 4 and 5 of the General Statutes, re lating to physicians. Which w as ordered for consideration on Monday next. The S PEAKER called for REPORTSF O SPECIAL COMMITTEES. Mr. M ASON , from the Special Committee, composed of the Oconee Delegation, made a favorable Report, with amendments, on A B ill to submit to the qualified electors of Oconee County the ques tion " Shall spirituous, intoxicating or malt liquors be manufactured or sold in Oconee County," and provide penalties for the violation thereof if a majority shall vote in the negative. Which w as ordered for consideration on Monday next. Mr.. A F. O'BRIEN, from the Special Committee composed of the Colleton Delegation, made a favorable Report on A B ill to exempt certain portions of Colleton County from the opera SATURDAY, D ECEMBER 11, 1886. 231 tionf o Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes, relating to the Stock Law. - Which w ere severally ordered for consideration on Monday next. Mr. R UE, from the Special Committee composed of the Beaufort Delegation, made an unfavorable Report on A B ill to exempt certain portions of Beaufort County from the opera tion of Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes, relating to the General Stock Law. Which w as considered immediately, the Report agreed to and the Bill rejected. Also, m ade an unfavorable Report on A B ill to amend Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes, relating to the General Stock Law aud fencing stock. Which w as ordered for consideration on Monday next.

FNOTICES O BILLS. Mr. B AXTER gave notice that on Monday next or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to provide for the compulsory attendance of school children from 6 to 16 years of age who are not now enrolled and in regular at tendance in school. Mr. G RAHAM gave notice that on Monday next or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to combine the offices of Auditor and Treasurer of Williams burg County and provide a salary for the same. Mr.. S P. HAMILTON gave notice that on Monday next or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to define the term township, as used in the various Acts of the General Assembly for the purpose of elections to make subscription to railroads. LEAVEF O ABSENCE. Mr. R UTLAND asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague, Mr. Douglass, from 12 o'clock M. to-day until Monday 10 o'clock A. M. Mr. P OPE asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague, Mr. Keitt, from this morning until 7 o'clock P. M. on Monday next, on account of sickness in his family. Mr.. S P. HAMILTON asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague, Mr. McDaniel, from 12 M. to-day until 10 o'clock A. M. Tuesday next. 232 S ATURDAY, DECEMBER 11, 1886. Mr. B ROWN asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague' Mr. Hudgeus, from Saturday until Monday next inclusive. Mr. S TANLAND asked and obtained leave of absence for his col league, Mr. Pringle, from this day (Saturday) until Monday at 10 o'clock A. M. THIRD R EADING. A B ill from the Senate relating to the' reassessment of real property and the collection of taxes in certain portions of the Counties of Charleston, Berkeley and Colleton was read the third time, passed, and ordered to be returned to the Senate with amendment.

UNFINISHED B USINESS. Debate w as adjourned on the following Bill until Monday next : A B ill to limit the number of Trial Justices in the several Counties of this S tate, to provide for fixing their territorial jurisdiction, and for the manner a nd amount of their compensation. The f ollowing Report was concurred in and ordered to be sent to the Senate : Reportf o Committee on Agriculture on Concurrent Resolution relat ing to Inter-State Agricultural Encampment. The f ollowing Bill was recommitted to the Committee on Railroads: A Bill to incorporate the Blackville and Alston Railroad Company. PAPERS F ROM THE SENATE. The S enate sent to this House A B ill to vest in the City Council of Charleston the fee to a lot of land on the East side of King street, for the purpose of erecting a police station house. Which w as considered immediately and ordered to be placed upon the Calendar without reference and without printing. Also, , A B ill to ratify the amendment to Article II of the Constitution of South Carolina, by adding thereto a Section to be known as Section 4 thereof, in lieu of Sections 4 and 5 of said Article as it now stands. Read t he first time and made the Special Order for Tuesday next immediately after third reading of Bills, and from day to day until dis posed of, and ordered to be placed upon the Calendar without reference and without printing. Also, A B ill to ratify the amendment to Section 14 of Article IX of the Constitution of the S(ate of South Carolina. Read t he first time and made the Special Order for Tuesday next SATURDAY, D ECEMBER 11, 1886. 233 immediately a fter the third reading of Bills, and from day to day until disposed of. A B ill to establish the South Carolina Agricultural Farm and Sta tion. Read t he first time and made the Special Order for Wednesday next, immediately after the third reading of Bills, and from day to day until disposed of, and ordered to be placed upon the Calendar without printing. The S enate sent to this House A B ill to amend Section 200 of the Code of Civil Procedure. Which was read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. The H ouse prjcaeded to the consideration of GENERAL ORDERS. The f ollowing Bill was read the second time aud ordered to a third reading and to be engrossed : A B ill to charter the Town of Yorkville, in the State of South Caro lina. fReports o the Committee on Claims on the following Claims were agreed to aud ordered to be sent to the Senate : Claimf o G. Duncan Bellinger for services as Solicitor pro tem., for 8125. Claimf o William Russell to refund taxes. Petition o f B. VV. Edwards for abatement of taxes for $49. Claim o f B. F. Mauldin, executor estate of J. P. Reed, for interest from June, 1877, to July, 1878, on certificate of stock. Reportf o the Comptroller General recommending the payment of the claim of the members of the State Board of Equalization, amounting to $64.60. Account o f A. C. Jones was recommitted to the Ways and Means Committee. The f ollowing Claim was recommitted to the Committee on Claims: Claim of Winthrop Williams for $30, for services as Clerk of State . Boardf o Equalization, July 13 and 14, &c, 1886. The f ollowing Bills were read the second time and ordered to third readings : A B ill to incorporate the Bamberg Banking Company of Bamberg, South Carolina. A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the News and Courier Company," approved the 17th day of December, A. D. 1881. A B ill to authorize the County Commissioners of Clarendon County to borrow money to repair and build bridges and support the poor. 234 S ATURDAY, DECEMBER 11, 1886. « The u nfavorable Report on the following Claim was agreed to and the Claim rejected : Claimf o W. S. Tillinghast for services as Solicitor for the October Term, 1885, of Court of General Sessions for Hampton County, for 8100. The f ollowing Bill was read the second time: A B ill to authorize and require the County Board of Examiners of Kershaw County to adopt a series of books for use in the public schools of said County. The t itle having been amended by striking out the words " Kershaw County" and inserting in lieu thereof the words "the several Counties of the State respectively-" The f ollowing Bill was read the second time:' A B ill to abolish the office of Master in Marion County. The t itle was amended by adding the words " aud Laureus" after the word " Marion," and ordered to be engrossed A B ill to prevent the stealing of melons, fruits, potatoes or turnips was read the second time and the title amended so as to read : A B ill to prevent the stealing of fruits or vegetables. A B ill to repeal the law authorizing agricultural liens was continued to the next session. A B ill (Report unfavorable) to regulate the rate of interest upon any contract arising in this State for the hiring or lending of money (with minority Report on the same) was made the Special Order for Tuesday next at 12 o'clock M. A C oncurrent Resolution to improve the navigation of Broad, Saluda and Congaree Rivers was made the Special Order for Monday next imme diately after the third reading of Bills. A B ill to fix the manner of publication of the annual statements of County officers was taken up for a second reading. Mr. A LDRICH moved to strike out in the second line of the Bill the words " County Commissioners." .Mr. S P. HAMILTON moved to lay the motion on the table. The q uestion being put: " Will the House agree to the motion ?" it passed in the affirmative. Those w ho voted in the affirmative were : Messrs. A bney, Ancrum, Barmore, Baxter, Beard, Bigham, Boozer, Boyle, Brawley, Brice, Brown, Browning, Burke, Chalmers, Chandler, Cleveland, Dautzler, Davenport, Dukes, Earle, Evans, Gary, S.P.Hamil ton, Hickman, Hough, Hyde, Irby, Johnson, League, Lesesue, Mars, Mears, McKissick, Miles, Moses, Norton, Ott, Parker, Peurifoy, Plowden, Pope, Raysor, Robinson, Rutland, Sally, Seegers, John P. Thomas of Rich laud, Tindall, Toale, Turner, J. Frost Walker, Wharton, Wylie and Young. — 54. MONDAY, D ECEMBER 13, 1886. 235 Those w ho voted in the negative were : Messrs. A ldrich, Ansel, Archer, Austell, Black, Byrd, Cain, Causey, Cobb, Connors, Daniels, Dean, Drake, DuBose, Graham, Guess, Jno. D. Hamilton, Harper, Hill, Hutson, Jones, Jordan, Kershaw, King, Law- ton, Maher, Mason, Lovick P. Miller, Thomas E. Miller, F. A. O'Brien, Padgett, Rankin, Rue, Sarratt, Schaffer, Shaw, Simpson, Stanland, J. P. Thomas of Union, Washington, H. Frank Wilson and Wimberly. — 42. So t he motion was ordered to be laid on the table. Pending t he discussion, On m otion of Mr. ANSEL, the House was adjourned at 3:15 o'clock P. M. to meet on Monday at 11 o'clock A. M.

MONDAY, D ECEMBER 13, 1886.

At t he hour to which the House was adjourned the Clerk called the roll, when the SPEAKER took the chair, and, a quorum being present, the deliberations of the day were opened with prayer to Almighty God by the Rev. William Martin. The J ournal of Saturday's proceadings was read and coufirrued. PAPERS F ROM THE SENATE. The f ollowing Message was received from the Senate: In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 11, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives: The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it declines to concur in the amendments of your honorable body to a Bill relating to the reassessment of the properly and collection of taxes in certain portions of the Counties of Charleston, Berkeley and Colleton. Very respectfully, &c , .W. L MAULDIN, President of the Senate. On m otion of Mr. MOSES, a Message was ordered to be sent to the Senate insisting on its amendments made to the Bill, and requesting a Committee of Conference, and appointed the following the Committee on the part of the House: Messrs. Moses, Ancrum and Brawley. The f ollowing Message was received from the Senate : 236 M ONDAY, DECEMBER 13, 1886. In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 11, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemm of the House of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it has rejec;ed a Bill to legitimate and make capable of inheriting and trans mitting estates Elgin Middleton, Amelia S. B;irber, George P. Hogg and Junins J. Hogg, children of George M. Hogg and Sarah Hogg, which originated in your House. Very r espectfully, &c, W.. L MAULDIN, President of the Senate. The f ollowing Message was received from the Senate : In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 11, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : \ The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it has re jected a Bill originating in your House to authorize the Foreman of Graud Juries to administer oaths to witnesses to be examined before the Grand Juries. Very r espectfully, &c, W.. L MAULDIN, President of the Senate. The S PEAKER called, in alphabetical order of Counties, for Peti tions, Memorials, Presentments of Grand Juries, Returns of Commission ers, and such like papers, and for Resolutions, Bills or motions. On m otion of Mr. LEAGUE, the call by Counties was dispensed with for this day. The f ollowing Message was received from his Excellency the Governor : MESSAGE FROM THE GOVERNOR, No. 1. Executive C hamber, Columbia, S. C, December 13, 1886. Gentlemen of the General Assembly : I h ave the honor to inform you that I have this day approved the fol lowing Acts and Joint Resolutions: n(1) A Act to authorize the County Commissioners of Orangeburg County to apply certain unexpended balances to general County purposes. (2)n A Act to amend the charter of the Carolina Savings Bink of Charleston. (3) A J oint Resolution to authorize the drawing of funds in the hands of the Treasurer of the County of Oconee. MONDAY, D ECEMBER 13, 1186. 237 n(4) A Act to amend General Statutes, Title VIII, of the Public Health, Chapter XVIII, Section 948, in relation to quarantine. n(5) A Act to amend Section 18 of the Code of Procedure, relating to the time for holding the Circuit Courts in the First Circuit. n(6) A Act to amend an Act entitled " An Act to incorporate the Mount Pleasant and Seaview Railway Company," approved December 21, A. D. 1885. (7)n A Act to amend the charter of the Ed wan Phosphate Company. J.. P RICHARDSON, Governor. Mr. G ARY offered the following Concurrent Resolution : Resolvedy b the House of Representatives, the Senate concurring , That the Joint Committee heretofore appointed, in addition to the duties heretofore devolved on them in relation to the inquiry into the phos phate interests of the State, do also inquire and report what companies, if any, claim to hold in perpetuity the right to mine or dig phosphate rock in the navigable streams and waters of the State, and that in case the Committee be of opiniou that such rights are unfounded and that the interest of the State may be prejudiced by delay, then they be authorized to call upon the Attorney General to institute proceedings to test the validity of such claims. Which w as considered immediately, agreed to, and ordered to be sent to the Senate. BILLS I NTRODUCED. Mr.. S P. HAMILTON, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to defiue the term township as used in the various Acts of the General Assembly for the purpose to make subsc ription to railroads. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. B AXTER, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House introduced A B ill to provide for the compulsory attendance of school children from six to sixteen years of age who are not now enrolled and in regular attendance in school. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Edu cation. .Mr. S P. HAMILTON, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to authorize certain Counties of this State, after a vote of their respective people, to issue short bonds, the proceeds of which to be used 238 M ONDAY, DECEMBER 13, 1886. to b uy grain in case of dire distress or threatened famine, and to provide for the payment of the principal and interest of the same. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr.. W B. WILSON, Jr., asked and obtained the unanimous consent of the House to introduce A B ill to authorize the refunding of the taxes paid by farmers on cot ton listed for taxation in 1886 from the crop of 1885. Which w as read the first-time and referred to the Committee on Agri culture. Mr. S IMPSON asked and obtained unanimous consent of the House to introduce A B ill to amend the Criminal Law, so as to give the Court of General Sessions concurrent jurisdiction in cases of assault and assault and bat- , tery. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr.. W B. WILSON, Jr., asked and obtained unanimous consent of the House to introduce A B ill to amend Section 1 of an Act entitled "An Act to change the time of listing property for taxation," approved December 24, A. D. 3 884. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Ways and Means. Mr. G RAHAM, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to require the Governor to appoint one and the same person to the office of County Treasurer and County Auditor in Williamsburg County, and to provide a salary for the same. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. . Mr. H YDE, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to amend Section 2507 of the General Statutes, relating to entry on lands after notice, as amended by Act of December 22, 1883. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. A LDRICH asked and obtained the unanimous consent of the House to introduce A B ill to amend Section 2484 of the General Statutes, relating to the burning of ricks, &c Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. MONDAY, D ECEMBER 13, 1886. 239 Mr. M ASON asked and obtained the unanimous consent of the House to introduce A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to permit persons in this State liable to road duty to pay a commutation in lieu of working the road," by exempting the County of Oconee from the operation of the same. ' Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Roads, Bridges and Ferries. The S PEAKER called for REPORTSF O STANDING COMMITTEES. Mr. G UESS, from the Committee on Offices and Officers, made a favorable Report on A J oint Resolution proposing an amendment to Article 4 of the Con stitution of the State of South Carolina, ratified on the 16th day of April, 1868, so as to strike out Section 19 thereof. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. The S PEAKER called for REPORTSF O SPECIAL COMMITTEES. Mr. D OUGLASS, from the Special Committee composed of the Fair field Delegation, made a favorable Report on A B ill to amend Section 5 of an Act entitled "An Act to limit the number of Trial Justices in Fairfield County, fix their territorial, jurisdiction, and provide for their compensation. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. Y OUNG, from the Special Committee composed of the Abbeville Delegation, made a favorable Report on A B ill to confer certain powers upon the Town Council of Hodges Abbeville County. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. .Mr. A F. O'BRIEN, from the Special Committee composed of the Colleton Delegation, made a favorable Report on A B ill to exempt certain portions of Colleton County from the opera tion of Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes, relating to the Stock Law. Which w as ordered for consideration to morrow. FNOTICES O BILLS. Mr. A LDRICH gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend Section 2484 of the General Statutes, relating to the burning of ricks, &c 240 M ONDAY, DECEMBER 13, 1886. Mr. D AVENPORT gave notice that to-ruorrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to reduce the value of homestead exemption. Also, A B ill to regulate the compensation of the Register of Mesne Con veyance for Greenville County. Also, A B ill to require the Governor to appoint one and the same person to the office of County Treasurer and County Auditor for Greenville County, and to provide a salary for the same. Mr. H ASKELL gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend Section 2349 of the General Statutes, relating to the lien of the owners of certain stock. LEAVEF O ABSENCE. Mr. R UTLAND asked and obtained leave of absence for his col league, Mr. Brice, from 12 o'clock M. to-day until 10 o'clock A. M. Wednesday. Mr. D RAKE asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague, Mr. Evans, from 1 o'clock on Saturday next till 3 o'clock on the follow ing Monday. Mr. B RAWLEY asked and obtained leave of absence for his col league, Mr. Cappelmaun, for this day — Monday. .Mr. J P. THOMAS, of Union, asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague, Mr. McKissick, for to-morrow, to enable him to attend the funeral of Colonel James H. Rion, LL. D., as pall-bearer.

THIRD R EADING. The f ollowing Bills were read the third time, passed, and ordered to be sent to the Senate: A B ill to incorporate Bamberg Banking Company, of Bamberg, South Carolina. A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the News and Courier Company," approved the 17th day of December, A. D. 1881. A B ill to authorize the County Commissioners of Clarendon County to borrow money for building and repairing bridges and support of the poor. MONDAY, D ECEMBER 13, 1886. 241 A B ill to punish the stealing of fruits or vegetables was read the third time. The t itle was amended.so as to read : A B ill to punish the stealing of melons and fruits. Passed, a nd ordered to be sent to the Senate.

UNFINISHED B USINESS.

A B ill to limit the number of Trial Justices in the several Counties of this State, to provide for fixing their territorial jurisdiction, and for the mauner and amount of their compensation, was taken up for a second reading. Pending t he discussion thereon, the debate was adjourned until to-morrow.

SPECIAL O RDERS.

The House proceeded to the consideration of A B ill to amend an Act to create a Department of Agriculture, de- , fining its duties, and charging it with inspection of fertilizers and regula tion of sales of commercial fertilizers, approved December 23, 1879. The B ill wa3 read the second time and ordered for a third reading to morrow. A B ill to establish a South Carolina Board of Agriculture and define the duties thereof, and to abolish the Department of Agriculture, Board of Agriculture and Commissioner of Agriculture, was laid upon the table. PAPERS F ROM THE SENATE. The S enate sent to this House the following Messages: In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 11, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it has re jected a Bill originating in your House " to allow defendants in cases of felonies to examine by commission their witnesses residing beyond the limits of this State." Very r espectfully, &c, W.. L MAULDIN, President of the Senate.

19— H J 24a M ONDAY, DECEMBER 13, 1886. In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 13, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it concurs in the request of the House to appoint a Committee of Conference to ad just the differences of the two Houses in relation to a Bill relating to the reassessment of the property and collection of taxes in certain portions of the Counties of Charleston, Berkeley and Colleton, and that it has appointed as such Committee, ou the part of the Seuate, Messrs. Smythe, Murray and McCall. Very r espectfully, &c, W.. L MAULDIN, President of the Senate. In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 11, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S euate respectfully informs your honorable body that it requests that the Report of the Comptroller GeneraT, forwarded by him to the General Assembly, and now in possession of your House, be sent to the Senate for the use of its Committee on Claims. Very r espectfully, &c, W.. L MAULDIN, President of the Senate. Which w as agreed to and a Message sent to the Senate accordingly. In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 11, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable- body that it has re jected House Bill to amend Section two thousand six hundred and twenty-nine (2629) of the General Statutes of South Carolina, relating to the drawing of aud term service of Grand Jurors. Very r espectfully, &c, .W. L MAULDIN, President of the Senate. J A lso sent to this House the following Bills and Joint Resolutions: A B ill to submit the question of license for the sale of spirituous, malt or intoxicating liquors in Anderson County to the qualified electors thereof, and providing penalties for the violation, evasion, or attempted evasion, of the Prohibition Law if a majority of said electors vote iu favor thereof. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Anderson Delegation. MONDAY, D ECEMBER 13, 1S86. 213 A B ill to vest in the City Council of Charleston fee to a lot of land on the East side of King street for the purpose of erecting a police station house. Which w as read the first time and placed upon the Calendar without reference and without printing. A B ill to strike out Sections 595 and 596 of the General Statutes, relating to the privilege tax on fertilizers, and substitute others in lieu thereof. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Agri culture. A J oint Resolution relating to the services of the Attorney General in the Revenue Bond Scrip cases. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. A B ill to repeal an Act entitled "An Act to regulate the admission of foreign surety companies to do business in the State," approved December 26th, 1884. Which w as read the first time and referred *o the Committee on the Judiciary. A B ill to provide for the repair of the arsenal in Beaufort, S. C. Which was read the first time and referred to the Committe on Mili tary. On m otion of Mr. BRAWLEY, ordered that the business of the evening session of this House be confined to House Bills in the General Orders. On m otion of Mr. DANTZLER, the House receded from business at 2.40 P. M. to meet at 7i o'clock P. M.

RECESS.

The S PEAKER resumed the chair at 7:30 o'clock P. M. The House resumed the consideration of UNFINISHED B USINESS. A B ill to fix the manner of publication of the annual statement of County officers was read the second time and ordered to be engrossed for a third reading. 244 M ONDAY, DECEMBER 13, 1886. The H ouse proceeded to the consideration of GENERAL O RDERS. The f ollowing Bills were read the second time and ordered for third readings to-morrow : A B ill to amend Sections 1339 and 1342 of the General Statutes, re lating to hawkers and peddlers. A B ill to renew and amend the charter of the Town of Winnsboro. A B ill to incorporate the Fidelity Loan and Trust Company of Spar tanburg. A B ill to change the name and amend the charter of the Chester, Greenwood and Asheville Railroad, Company. A B ill to amend Section 2160 of the General Statutes, relating to attorneys, solicitors and counsellors. A B ill (Senate) to provide for transporting persons convicted to the Penitentiary by the Penitentiary guards. A B ill to regulate the issuing and service of warrants in criminal cases. " The e nacting clause was stricken out of the following Bill : A B ill to amend Section 2058, relating to the salaries of Chief Jus tice and Associate Justices. Reportf o Committee on Claims on Claim of Edward McCrady, as member of the State Board of Canvassers, for the sum of $51.00, was agreed to and ordered to be sent to the Senate for concurrence. A B ill to incorporate the American Savings Bank was taken up foT consideration, and the debate was adjourned until to-morrow. The f ollowing Bill was laid on the table : A B ill (H. B.) to provide for the transportation of convicts from the several Counties in this State to the State Penitentiary. The f ollowing Bill was taken up for consideration : A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to regulate the admission of foreign surety companies to do business in this State," approved December 26, 1884, *o far as same affects clerks and officers of banks and banking institutions. Was r ead the second, time the title amended by adding the words " and railway companies," and ordered for a third reading to-morrow. A B ill to amend Section (2120) two thousand one hundred and twenty, relating to the salary of Circuit Judges, was taken up for a second read ing. Mr. B RAWLEY moved that the Bill be continued to the next ses sion. The y eas and nays were requested, and are as follows : Yeas, 67 : nays, 41. MONDAY, D ECEMBER 13, 1886. 245 Those w ho voted in the affirmative are : Hon. J ames Simons, Speaker, and Messrs. Abney, Aldrich, Ancrum, Ansel, Austell, Barkley, Barmore, Baxter, Beard, Blackwell, Black, Boyle, Brawley, Brooker, Browning, Buck, Burke, Cain, Chandler, Clevelaud, Dantzler, Dean, Douglass, DuBose, Ficken, Gary, Graham, John D. Hamilton, S. P. Hamilton, Harper, Hill, Hutson, Hyde, Jor dan, King, Lawtoii, League, Lee, L°sesne, Maher, Mars, Mears, Me- Cliotock, MeDaniel, McHugh, Lovick P. Miller, Minis, Morrall, Nelson, A. F. O'Brien, Parker, Plowden, Pringle, Rankin, Kaysor, Rutland, Seegers, Schaffer, Simpson, John P. Thomas of Richland, Tindal, J. Frost Walker, H. Frank Wilson, \V. B. Wilson, Jr., Wimberly and Wylie.— 07. Those w ho voted in the negative are: Messrs. A rcher, Bigham, Boozer, Byrd, Causey, Chalmers, Cobb, Con nors, Daniels, Davenport, Drake, Dukes, Earle, Evans, Guess, Hickman, Hough, Hudgens, Irby, Johnson, Jones, Keitt, Kershaw, Mason, McKis- sick, B. F. Miller, Thomas E. Miller, Moses, Norton, Pope, Ready, Sally, Sarritt, Shaw, Stewart, J. P. Thorn as^of Union, Turner, W. M. Walker, Washington, Wharton and Young. — 41. So t he Bill was continued to the next Session. Mr. J ORDAN moved to reconsider the vote whereby the Bill was continued to the next Session. The y eas aud nays were requested and are as follows: The question was decided in the affirmative. Yeas, 61 ; nays, 48. Those w ho voted in the affirmative are: Hon. J ames Simons,S peaker, and Messrs. Aldrich, Ancrum, Ansel, Austell, Baxter, Bigham, Blackwell, Black Boyle, Buck, Burke, Byrd, Cain, Causey, Cleveland, Cobb, Daniels, Dautzler, Douglass, Earle, Ficken, Guess, Jno. D. Hamilton, Hill, Hudgens, Hutson, Hyde, Jordan, Kershaw, Law ton, League, Lee, Maher, Mears, McClintock, McHugh, McKissick, Lovick P. Miller, Morrall, Moses, Nelson, A. F. O'Brien, Parker, Pringle, Rankin, Raysor, Rutland, Sally, Sarratt, Seegers, Schaffer, Shaw, Simpson, John P. Thomas of Richland, J. P. Thomas of Union, J. Frost Walker, Washington, H. Frank Wilson, W. B. Wilson, Jr., and Wylie. — 61. Those w ho voted in the negative are: Messrs. A bney, Archer, Barkley, Barmore, Beard, Boozer, Brawley, Brooker, Browning, Chalmers, Chandler, Connors, Davenport, Dean, Drake, DuBo-e, Dukes, Evans, Gary, Graham, S. P. Hamilton, Harper, Hickman, Hough, Irby, Johnson, Jones, Keitt, King, Lesesne, Mars, Mason, MeDaniel, B. F. Miller, Thomas E. Miller, Minis, Norton, 246 M ONDAY, DECEMBER 13, 1886. Plowden, P ope, Ready, Robinson, Stewart, Tindal, Turner, W. M. Walker, Wharton, Wimberly and Young. — 48. So t he motion to reconsider was agreed to. The H ouse refused to continue the Bill to the next Session. Mr. H YDE moved to indefinitely postpone the Bill. The y eas and nays were requested and are as follows : 6Yeas, 6 ; nays, 43. The q uestion was decided in the affirmative. Those who voted in the affirmative are : Hon. J ames Simons, Speaker, and Messrs. Abney, Aldrich, Ancrum, Ansel, Barkley, Barmore, Baxter, Beard, Blackwell, Black, Boyle, Brawley, Brown, Browning, Buck, Burke, Byrd, Cain, Causey, Cleve land, Dantzler, Dean, Douglass, DuBose, Easley, Ficken, Gary, Guess. S. P. Hamilton, Hill, Hutson, Hyde, Jordan, Kershaw, King, Lawton, Lee, Lesesne, Maher, Mars, Mears, McClintock, McDaniel, McHugh, Lovick P. Miller, Morrall, Moses, Nelson, A. F. O'Brien, Parker, Prin- gle, Rankin, Raysor, Robinson, Rutland, Sally, Seegers, Schaff'er, Shaw, Simpson, John P. Thomas of Richland, Tindal, J. Frost Walker, H. Frank Wilson and W. B. Wilson, Jr.— 66. Those w ho voted in the negative are : Messrs. A rcher, Bigham, Boozer, Brooker, Chalmers, Chandler, Cobb, Connors, Daniels, Davenport, Drake, Dukes, Earle, Evans, Graham, Jno D. Hamilton, Harper, Hickman, Hough, Hudgens, Irby, Johnson, Jones, Keitt, League, Mason, McKissick, B. F. Miller, Thomas E Miller, Mims, Norton, Plowden, Pope, Ready, Sarratt, Stewart, J. P. Thomas of Union, W. M. Walker, Washington, Wharton, Wimberly, Wylie and Young— 43. The m otion was agreed to and the Bill indefinitely postponed. A B ill to incorporate the Fidelity Loan and Trust Company of Spar tanburg, South Carolina, was read the second time, the title amended by striking out the words '• South Carolina" and ordered for a third reading to-morrow. A B ill to fix fee for dieting prisoners in County Jails was takeu up for consideration, and read the second time. Mr. B RAWLEY moved to amend by striking out the words " twenty- five" in Section 1 and inserting the word " thirty." Mr. M OSES moved to lay the amendment on the table. The y eas and nays were requested and are as follows. The q uestion was decided in the affirmative. 8Yeas, 5 ; nays, 44. Those w ho voted in the affirmative are: Messrs. A rcher, Barmore, Baxter, Beard, Bigham, Boozer, Brooker, Brown, Browning, Cain, Cleveland, Cohb, Daniels, Dantzler, Davenport, TUESDAY, D ECEMBER 14, 1886. 247 Dean, D uBose, Dukes, Earle, Easley, Graham, Jno. P. Hamilton, Har per, Hickman, Hudgens, Irby, Jones, Keitt, King, League, Mars, Mason, McClintock, McDaniel, McKissick, B. F. Miller, Thomas E. Miller, Morrall, Moses, Norton, Parker, Plowden, Pope, Ready, Robinson, Sally, Shaw, Stewart, John P. Thomas of Richland, J. P. Thomas of Union, Tindal, J. Frost Walker, W. M. Walker, Washington, Wharton, H. Frank Wilson, W. B. Wilson, Jr., and Wylie— 58. Those who voted in the negative are : Hon. J ames Simons ,Speaker, and Messrs. Abney, Aldrich, Ancrum, Ansel, Austell, Black, Boyle, Brawley, Burke, Cappelmann, Chalmers, Connors, Douglass, Drake, Evans, Ficken, Gary, Guess, S. P. Hamilton, Hutson, Hyde, Jordan, Kershaw, Lawton, Lee, Lesesne, Maher, Mears, McHugh, Loviek P. Miller, Mims, Nelson, A. F. O'Brien, Padgett, Rankin, Raysor, Rutland, Sarratt, Seegers, Simpson, Turner, Wimberly and Young — 44. So t he House agreed to the motion to lay the amendments on the table. , The B ill was then ordered for a third reading. On m otion of Mr. FICKEN, it was ordered that when this House adjourns, it be adjourned to meet to-morrow at 12 o'clock M. On m otion of Mr. BROWNING, the House was adjourned at 11:25 to meet to-morrow at 12 o'ciock, meridian.

TUESDAY, D ECEMBER 14, 1886.

At t he hour to which the House was adjourned the Clerk called the roll, when the SPEAKER took ihe chair, and, a quorum being present, the deliberations of the day were opened with prayer to Almighty God by the Rev. William Martin. The J ournal of yesterday's proceedings was read and confirmed. PAPERS F ROM THE SENATE. The S enate sent to this House the following Bills and Joint Resolu tions : A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to recharter the Town of Kingstree." Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Incorporations. 248 T UESDAY, DECEMBER 14, 1886. A B ill to repeal an Act to incorporate the Town of Rumphville, in the County of Colleton, approved December 26, A. D; 1»85. Which w as read the first time and placed upon the Calendar without reference and without printing. A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Town of Hampton Court House," approved December 23, 1879. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Incorporations. A J oint Resolution to authorize the Pelzer Manufacturing Company to subscribe to the capital stock of the Atlantic, Greenville and West ern Railway Company. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on In corporations. A B ill to authorize the Charleston Calcined Marl Company, of Charleston County, to reduce the capital stock to fourteen thousand dollars. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Incor porations. A B ill to amend the law in relation to County Commissioners and County School Commissioners. Read t he first time and referred to the Committee on Education. A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to charter the South Bound Railroad Company," approved February 9, 1882. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Rail roads. A J oint Resolution authorizing the Comptroller General to reduce the assessment of the real estate of Mrs. Nancy Berry and to abate the taxes due by her. Which w as read the first time and placed upon the Calendar without reference. A B ill to exempt certain portions of Chesterfield County from the operations of Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes, relating to the Stock Law. Which w as read the first time and placed upon the Calendar without reference and without printing. A B ill to amend section 2497 of the General Statutes of South Caro lina, in relation to setting fire to grass. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Agri culture. A B ill to enable the Superintendent and Directors of the South Carolina Penitentiary to take contracts for work in this State. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Peni tentiary. TUESDAY, D ECEMBER 14, 1886. 249 A B ill to charter "The Spartanburg Encampment Association." Which was read the first time aud referred to the Committee on Incorporations. A B ill to amend the law in relation to highways aud bridges. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Roads, Bridges and Ferries. A B ill to authorize the City Council of the City of Greenville to issue coupon bonds for the purpose of refunding ten thousand dollars, the indebtedness of said city, falling due in July, 1887, upon bonds issued in aid of the Atlanta and Richmond Air Line Railroad Company. Whi<,h w as read the first time and referred to a Special Committee composed of the Greenville Delegation. A B ill to regulate the trial of causes aud conduct of business in the Circuit Courts of this State. Which w as read the first time aud referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. A B ill to provide a more efficient system of working the public roads in Anderson County. Which w as read the first time aud referred to the Anderson Delega tion. A B ill to incorporate the Edisto aud Bunch's Ford Tramway Com pany. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Incor porations. A B ill to charter the Bank of Greenwood. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Incor porations. A B ill to incorporate the Bank of Darlington. Which w as read the first time aud referred to the Committee on Incor porations. A B ill to incorporate the Greenville, Polk and Rutherford Railroad Company. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Rail roads. A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act for the establishment of a new school district in the County of Lexington, and to authorize the levy and collection of a special tax therein." Which w as read the first time and placed upon the Calendar without reference and without printing. A B ill to amend the charter of the Town of Chester, ratified and approved December 22d, 1885. Which w as read the first time and referred to'the Committee on Incor porations. 250 T UESDAY, DECEMBER 14, 1886. A J oint Resolution authorizing and directing the Commissioners of the Sinking Fund to return and deliver to James M. Lowry certain papers. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. A B ill to authorize the Board of County Commissioners of Greenville County to issue coupon bonds for the purpose of refunding the indebt edness of said County, falling due in July, 1887, upon bonds issued iu aid of the Atlanta and Richmond Air Line Railroad Company, or to borrow money to pay off same. Which w as read the first time and placed upon the Calendar without printing and without reference. A B ill to amend an Act to amend an Act entitled "Au Act to amend an Act entitled 'An Act to provide for tha more speedy development of the Columbia Canal.' " Which w as read the first time and placed on the Calendar without reference and without printing. A B ill to charter the Yemassee and Walterboro Railroad Company. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Rail roads. A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the News and Courier Company," approved the 27th day of December, A. D. 1881. Which w as read the first time and placed upon the Calendar without printing and without reference. A B ill to amend Section 1028 of the General Statutes of this State, fixing the Trustees of the South Carolina University. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Edu cation. A B ill to regulate criminal practice in the Courts of Geueral Sessions in this State. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Judiciary Com mittee. A B ill to provide for the payment of witnesses in criminal cases in the County of Lancaster. Which' w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. A B ill to authorize and require the County Commissioners of York County to submit to the qualified voters of Broad River. Township and Bullock's Creek Township, in York County, the question of transferring the subscription heretofore voted to the Georgetown and North Carolina Narrow Gauge Railroad Company to any other company after a limited period. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Rail roads. TUESDAY, D ECEMBER 14, 1886. 251 The S enate sent to this House the following Message : ,In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 11, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the Home of Representatives ; The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it has rejected House Bill to amend Section 7 of an Act to require foreign co operative assessment companies to comply with the Insurance Laws of the State and to clearly define who shall be considered agents of insur ance companies, approved December 24, 1883. Very r espectfully, &c, W.. L MAULDIN, President o f the Senate. Also, In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 14, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it refuses to concur in the Concurrent Resolution passed by the House relating to the Joint Committee on phosphate interests of the Slate. Very respectfully, &c, W. L M AULDIN, President of the Senate. The S PEAKER called, in alphabetical order of Counties, for Peti tions, Memorials, Presentments of Grand Juries, Returns of Commis sioners, and such like papers, and for Resolutions, Bills or motions. On m otion of Mr. RUE, the call by Counties was dispensed with for this day. Mr A NSEL presented Petition ( with draft of Bill) of citizens ot" Greenville asking the passage of a Bill to allow the property owners of said city to vote upon the question of the city issuing bonds to aid in building school houses for public schools in said city. Which w as referred to the Committee on Ways and Means. . Mr. A LDRICH presented Petition ( with draft of Bill) of D. S. Henderson et al. praying for a charter for the Bank of Aiken, S. C. Which w as referred to the Committee on Incorporations. Mr. E ASLEY offered the following Concurrent Resolution, which was considered immediately and sent to the Senate for concurrence: Resolved b y the House of Representatives, the Senate concurring, That 252 T UESDAY, DECEMBER 14, 1886. the C omptroller General of the State be, and he is hereby, authorized and required to extend the time for the payment of all State, County and special taxes to the 15th January, 1887. 'Mr. D ANTZLER presented Petition ( with draft of Bill) to incorporate the Edisto Construction Company. Which w as referred to the Committee on Incorporations.

BILLS I NTRODUCED.

Mr. P ARKER, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to limit costs in Courts of Trial Justices in certain actions. Which was read the first time and referred to the Judiciary Commit tee. Mr. D ANIELS, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to regulate the time for collecting taxes by execution or dis tress. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Ways aud Means Committee. Mr. M cKISSICK, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to amend Chapter XCVIII of the General Statutes, relating to costs and fees of attorneys and other officers, in the matter of attorneys' , Coroners' and Trial Justices' fees. Which w as read the first time aud referred to the Judiciary Commit tee. Mr. P OPE, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, intro duced A B ill to amend Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 of an Act entitled "An Act to charter the People's Savings Bank of Newberry, S. C," approved December 22, 1885. Which m w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on In- corporations. Mr. R UTLAND, by consent of the House, introduced A Bill to authorize the levy of a special tax for School District Num ber 9, Fairfield County. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Edu cation. TUESDAY, D ECEMBER 14, 1886. 25 Mr. H ASKELL, by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to amend Section 2349 of the General Statutes, relating to the lienf o the owners of certain stock. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

NOTICESF O BILLS. Mr. D ANIELS gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill requiring County Treasurers to keep their offices opeu for days after the 15 per cent, penalties attach before execution issues or constructive costs are taxed. Mr. G ARY gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to establish a College of Agriculture and the Mechanic Arts, and to devolve the duties of the Department of Agriculture upon its Board of Trustees. Mr. P OPE gave notice that to morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill to amend Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 of an Act entitled "An Act to charter the People's Savings Bank of Newberry, South Carolina,' approved December 22, 1885. Mr. R UTLAND gave notice that to-morrow or some subsequent day he would ask leave to introduce A B ill authorizing a special levy of one and a half mills in School District No. 9, in Fairfield County, said levy to be used for school pur poses.

LEAVEF O ABSENCE. Mr. C AIN asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague, Mr. H. Frank Wilson, for to-morrow. Mr. N ORTON asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague, Dr. D. F. Miles, on and after 12 M. Wednesday, 15th inst., on account of necessary professional services in Marion County. Mr. W IMBERLY asked and obtained leave of absence for his col league, Mr. A. F. O'Brien, for Wednesday next. .Mr. W B. WILSON, Jr., asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague, Mr. W. H. Stewart, for Tuesday and Wednesday next. The S PEAKER called for 254 T UESDAY, DECEMBER 14, 1886. REPORTSF O STANDING COMMITTEES. Mr. P ARKER, from the Committee on the Judiciary, made a favor able Report on A B ill to amend Section 19 of the Code of Procedure, and Act amendatory thereof, so far as the same relates to the Courts of the Second Circuit. Also, a f avorable Report on A B ill to amend the law in relation to the limitation of actions for the recovery of the possession of real estate in all cases of coparceners co-tenants, co-heirs, aud persons otherwise jointly interested, where some of the parties claiming are minors. Also, m ade a favorable Report on A B ill to amend Section 1 of an Act entitled " An Act to provide for the taking of depositions de bene esse in civil actions depending in the Courts of Common Pleas in this State," approved December 22, 1883. Also, m ade a favorable Report, with amendment, on A B ill to amend Section 1825 of the General Statutes, relating to distress for rent. Also, m ade a favorable Report on A B ill to amend Sections 936 and 938 of the General Statutes, relat ing to dentists. Also, m ade a favorable Report on A B ill to amend Section 2 of an Act entitled " An Act to regulate the number and pay of Trial Justices of Oconee County." Also, made a favorable Report on A B ill to allow warrants and other process issued by municipal authorities to be executed or served outside of the corporate limits. Also, made a favorable Report on A B ill to amend Section 200 of the Code of Civil Procedure, relating to arrest and bail. Also, m ade a favorable Report and reported A B ill to regulate the drawing aud summoning of grand and petit jurors for the Courts of General Sessions and Common Pleas for the several Counties in this State. Also m ade a favorable Report, with amendment, on A B ill to amend Section 224 of the General Statutes, relating to the services of jurors. Which w ere severally ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. P ARKER, from same Committee, made an unfavorable Report on A B ill to provide for a. stay of all sales made under executions until the 1st of November, 1887, Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. TUESDAY, D ECEMBER 14, 1886. 255 Also m ade an unfavorable Report on A B ill to compel insurance companies doing business in this State to pay the full value of all loss and damage to the property insured, to the extent of the sum specified in the policy of insurance. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. P ARKER, from same Committee, made unfavorable Reports on the fallowing Bills. The Reports were agreed to and the Bills rejected : A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to provide for the appoint ment of a Stenographer for the Second Judicial Circuit." Also, A B ill to change the uame of Pepper to Charles Green. Also, A B ill to provide for the pay meat of jurors and witnesses attending inquest. Also, A B ill to amend Sections 2431, 2437 and 2438 of the General Statutes and the Acts amendatory thereof, relating to the fees of Clerks of Courts Sheriffs and Constables. Also, m ade a Report on A B ill fixing the number and pay of Trial Justices for Spartanburg, County. Which w as referred to the Spartanburg Delegation. Mr. F ICKEN, from the Committee on Ways and Means, made a favorable Report on A B ill to allow persons who shall have resided within the State for ten years since the close of the Civil War, and who have lost their legs or arms, or have been permanently disabled in their legs or arms, during military service within the years 1861, 1862, 1863, 1864 and 1865, to ob tain the benefits of an Act entitled "An Act to provide artificial limbs for all soldiers of the State who lost their legs or arms, or who have been permanently disabled in their legs or arms, during the military service in the years of 1861, 1862, 1863, 1864 and 1865, and who have not been supplied under the provisions of former Acts of the General Assembly," approved December 17, A. D. 1881, and the Acts amendatory thereto. Also, m ade a favorable Report on A B ill relating to the compensation of the County Commissioners of Lancaster County, their Clerk, and the attorney employed by them. Which were severally ordered for consideration to-morrow. Also, made an unfavorable Report on A B ill to amend Section 1 of an Act entitled "An Act to change the time of listing property for taxation," approved December 24, 1884. Which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. 256 T UESDAY, DECEMBER 14, 1886. Also, m ade an unfavorable Report on fPetition o sundry citizens of Georgetown County to be exempted from payment of taxes the present year from loss of crops. Which w as considered immediately and laid on the table. Mr. A LDRICH, from the Committee on Incorporations, made a favorable Report on A B ill to incorporate the Columbia Home Insurance Company. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. J ORDAN, from the Committee on Incorporations, made a Report and reported A. B ill to repeal an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Town of Fort Motte, in the County of Orangeburg," approved March 25, 1875. Which w as read the first time and ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. A LDRICH, from the Committee on Incorporations, made a Re port and reported A B ill to incorporate the Bank of Florence. Also, A B ill to charter the Walker, Evans & Cogswell Company. Which were severally read the first time and ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. D ANTZLER, from the Committee on Incorporations, made a favorable Report on A B ill to incorporate the Royal Legion of Honor. Which w as ordered for consideration to morrow. Mr. N ELSON, from the Committee on Incorporations, made a favor able Report on A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to amend an Act entitled 'An Act to incorporate the Town of Westminster, in the County of Oconee,' approved March 17, 1875," approved December 23, A. D. 1885. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. .Mr. A F. 0'BRIA.N, from theCommittee on'Incorporations, made an unfavorable Report on The M emorial of the Pharmaceutical Association of South Carolina, and Petition for amendment of the charter of said Association, with draft of Bill. The R eport was considered immediately, aud the Petition and draft were ordered to be laid on the table. Mr. R UTLAND, from the Committee on Roads, Bridges and Ferries, made a Report, and reported A B ill to renew the charter of Wright's Ferry, over Catawba River. Which w as read the first time and ordered for consideration to-morrow. TUESDAY, D ECEMBER 14, 1886. 257 Mr. K EITT, from the Committee on Agriculture, made au unfavora ble Report on A B ill to declare certain lakes in Colleton and Berkeley Counties private property. Which w as ordered for consideration to morrow. Mr. B RAWLEY, from the Committee on Privileges and Elections, made an unfavorable Report on A B ill to establish a new voting precinct at Summerville, in the Seventh Congressional District. nAlso, o A B ill to amend Section 163, Chapter X, of the Ganeral Statutes, entitled "Location and Names of Voting Precincts," in so far as the same relates to Chesterfield County. nAlso, o 4 A B ill to change the voting precincts in Lexington County. The R eports were severally considered immediately, agreed to, and the Bills severally rejected. Also, m ade a favorable Report on A B ill to provide for the manner of filling vacancies in the Senate and House of Representatives. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. Also, made an unfavorable Report on A B ill to fix and define the limits of the Congressional Districts of the State of South Carolina therein mentioned. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow without printing. Also, made a Report on A B il to amend Section 152 of the General Statutes, relating to elec tions expenses, and reported A B ill to amend Section 152 of the General Statutes, relating to elec tion expenses. Which w as read the first time and ordered for consideration to morrow. Also, m ade a Report and reported A B ill to amend Section 163, Chapter X, of the General Statutes, en titled " Location and Names of Voting Precincts," in so far as the same re lates to the Counties of Chesterfield, Kershaw, Lancaster and Lexington, and to establish a new voting precinct in the Seventh Congressional District. Which w as read the first time and ordered for consideration to morrow. .Mr. W B. WILSON, Jr., from the Committee on Mines and Mining, made a f avorable Report on A B ill to increase the royalty on phosphate rock and phosphatic 20— hj 258 T UESDAY, DECEMBER 14, 1886. deposits i n the navigable streams and waters in the State, and to provide for the collection of the same. Which w as made the Special Order of the Day for to-morrow immedi ately after the formula of Third Reading Bills, and from day to day until disposed of. Mr. R EADY, from the Committee on Claims, made a Report on Claimf o J. B. White. Which w as considered immediately, agreed to, and the Claim with drawn. The S PEAKER called for

REPORTSF O SPECIAL COMMITTEES.

Mr, A NSEL, from the Special Committee composed of the Greenville Delegation, reported on Petition f rom citizens of Greenville submitting the question of the sale of liquor in the City of Greenville to a vote of the whole County. Also, r eported on fPetition o the City Council of Greenville against a Bill to submit the question of the sale of liquor in the city to a vote of the whole County. Which w ere severally ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. G ARY, from the Special Committee composed of the Edgefield Delegation, made a favorable Report on A J oint Resolution authorizing and requiring the' School Commis sioner of Edgefield County to pay Chloe Nicholson her school claims. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. S CHAFFER, from the Special Committee composed of the Berkeley Delegation, made a favorable Report, and reported A B ill to incorporate the Town of Holly Hill, in Berkeley County. Which w as read the first time and- ordered for consideration to-mor row. Mr. A NSEL, from the Special Committee of the Greenville Delega tion, made a favorable Report on A B ill to authorize the City Council of the City of Greenville to issue coupon bonds for the purpose of refunding ten thousand dollars of the indebtedness of said city, falling due in July, 1887, upon bonds issued in aid of the Atlanta Air Line Railroad Company. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. C ONNORS, from the Committee on Public Printing, made an unfavorable Report in part on Concurrent R esolution relative to curtailing certain portions of the public printing. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. TUESDAY, D ECEMBER 14, 1886. 259 Also, m ade a favorable Report on A B ill to regulate the public printing in this State. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. B ROWN, from the Special Committee composed of the Anderson and Laurens Delegation, made a favorable Report on A B ill to submit the question of license for the sale of spirituous liquors in Anderson and Laurens Counties to the qualified electors thereof, and providing for the violation, evasion or attempted evasion of the Prohibition Law, if a majority of said electors vote in favor thereof. Which w as ordered for consideration to morrow.

THIRD R EADING.

The f ollowing^Bills were read the third time, passed, and ordered to be sent to the Senate: Report o f the Agricultural Committee on a Bill to amend an Act to create a Department of Agriculture, defining its duties and charging it with inspection of fertilizers and regulation of sales of commercial ferti lizers, approved December 23, 1879. A B ill to renew and amend the charter of the Town of Winnsboro. A B ill to amend Sections 1339 and 1342 of the General Statutes j relating t o hawkers and peddlers. A B ill to incorporate the Fidelity Loan and Trust Company, of Spai*- tanburg. A B ill to change the name and amend the charter of the Chester, Greenwood and Asheville Railroad Company. A B ill to amend Section 2160 of the General Statutes, relating to attorneys, solicitors and counsellors. A B ill to regulate the issuing and service of warrants in criminal cases. A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to regulate the admission of foreign surety companies to do business in this State," approved December 26, 1884, so far as same affects c'erks and officers of banks and banking institutions. A B ill to fix fee for dieting prisoners in County Jails. The f ollowing Bill (Senate) was read the third time, passed, and ordered to be returned to the Senate, with amendments : A B ill to provide for transporting persons convicted to the Peniten tiary by the Penitentiary guards. .Mr. L P. MILLER, from the Committee on Engrossed Bills, re ported the following Bills correctly engrossed and ready for third readings : A B ill to amend Section 2037 of the General Statutes, relating to the contracts of married women. 260 T UESDAY, DECEMBER 14, 1886. Also, A B ill to authorize and require the County Board of Examiners for the several Counties of this State respectively to adopt a series of books for use in the public schools of said Counties. Also, A B ill to abolish the office of Master in Marion and Laurens Counties. Which w ere severally read the third time, passed, and ordered to be sent to the Senate.

UNFINISHED B USINESS.

The House proceeded to the consideration of A B ill to limit the number of Trial Justices in the several Counties of this State, to provide for fixing their territorial jurisdiction, and for the manner and amount of their compensation. The B ill was amended, read the second time, the title amended by striking out the words " the several " and inserting in lieu thereof the word " certain," ordered to a third reading and to be engrossed. Mr.. L P. MILLER, from the Committee on Engrossed Bills, re ported A B ill to charter the Town of Yorkville, in the State of South Carolina. Mr. M cHUGH moved that this House do now adjourn. The question being put: " Will the House agree thereto?" it passed in the affirmative. Yeas, 56 ; nays, 48. Those w ho voted in the affirmative were : Messrs. A bney, Aldrioh, Ancrum, Barmore, Baxter, Blackwell, Black, Boyle, Brawley, Brooker, Brown, Browning, Buck, Cain, Connors, Daniels, Davenport, Dean, Drake, DuBose, Earle, Fox, Gary, Graham, Harper, Hickman, Hough, Hyde, Irby, Jordan, Keitt, Kershaw, King, Mar?, Mears, McHugh, L. P. Miller, T. E. Miller, Mims, Morrall, A. F. O'Brien, Plowden, Pringle, Rue, Sally, Sarratt, Seegers, Schaffer, Simp son, Stanland, Toale, J. F. Walker, Washington, Wharton and Wim- berly. — 56*. Those w ho voted in the negative were : Hon. J ames Simons, Speaker, and Messrs. Ansel, Archer, Austell, Beard, Bigham, Boozer, Byrd, Cappelmann, Chalmers, Chandler, Cleve land, Dantzler, Douglass, Dukes, Ea3ley, Evans, Ficken, Guess, J. D. Hamilton, S. P. Hamilton, Hudgens, Johnson, Jones, Lawton, Maher, Mason, McClintock, Miles, B. F. Miller, Moses, Norton, Padgett, Parker, Peurifoy, Pope, Rankin, Raysor, Ready. Rutland, Shaw, J. P. Thomas WEDNESDAY, D ECEMBER 15, 1886. 261 of R ichland, J. P. Thomas of Union, Turner, W. M. Walker, H. Frank Wilson, W. B. Wilson, Jr., and Young.— 48. So the House agreed to the motion. Whereupon t he SPEAKER adjourned the House at 3 o'clock P. M. to meet to-morrow at 10 o'clock A. M.

WEDNESDAY, D ECEMBER 15, 1886.

At t he hour to which the House was adjourned the SPEAKER took the Chair, and, a quorum being present, the Journal of yesterday's pro ceedings was read and confirmed. The f ollowing Message was received from the Senate : In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 10, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it concurs in all the amendments proposed by the House of Representatives to a Bill from the Senate to provide for transporting persons convic ed to t lie Penitentiary by the Penitentiary guards, and that the title thereof has been changed to that of an Act and ordered to be enrolled for ratifica tion. Very r espectfully, &c, .W. L MAULDIN, President of the Senate. Mr. B ROOKER offered the following Concurrent Resolution : Resolved b y the House of Representatives, the Senate concurring, That the General Assembly do adjourn sin die on Friday, 24th inst , at 9 o'clock A. M. W^hich w as considered immediately and the debate adjourned until to morrow after third reading Bills. Mr. M OSES offered the following Concurrent Resolution : Resolved b y the House of Representatives, the Senate concurring, That the Attorney General be requested to inquire what companies, if any, have, or claim to have, the right in perpetuity to dig for phosphate rock in the navigable streams and waters of the State at a fixed royalty, and 262 W EDNESDAY, DECEMBER 8, 1886. thate h report the result of his investigation to the Joint Committee on Phosphate Interest of the State. Which w as considered immediately, agreed to, and ordered to be sent to the Senate for concurrence. The S PEAKER called, in alphabetical order of Counties, for Peti tions, Memorials, Presentments of Grand Juries, Returns of Commission ers, and such like papers, and for Resolutions, Bills or motions. On m otion of Mr. HILL, the call by Counties was dispensed with for this day. BILLS I NTRODUCED. Mr. D AVENPORT, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, introduced A B ill to require the Governor to appoint one and the same person to the office of County Treasurer and County Auditor for Greenville County, and to provide a salary for the same. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Also, A B ill to regulate the compensation of the Register of Mesne Con veyance for Greenville County. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Also, A B ill to reduce the value of homestead exemption. Which was read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. The S PEAKER called for REPORTSF O STANDING COMMITTEES. Mr. F ICKEN, from the Committee on Ways and Means, made a Report and reported A B ill to make appropriations for the payment of the per diem, mile age and stationery certificates of the members of the General Assembly, the salaries of the subordinate officers and employees thereof, and for other purposes herein named. Which w as made the Special Order for Thursday after the third reading of Bills, and from day to day until disposed of. Also, r eported A B ill to make appropriations to meet the ordinary expenses of the State Government for the fiscal year commencing November 1, 1886. Which w as made the Special Order for Thursday after the third reading of Bills and from day to day until disposed of. WEDNESDAY, D ECEMBER 15, 1886. 263 Mr. G ARY, from the Committee on the Judiciary, made a favorable Report on A B ill to authorize and require the Clerk of the Court of Common Pleas of Edgefield County to reindex and arrange the records of the old Court of Equity for said County and to provide the compensation therefor. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. W. B. WILSON, Jr., from same Committee, made a favorable Report on A B ill to make municipal corporations liable to a Court action for damages s ustained by failure to keep the streets in repair. Mr. P ARKER, from same Committee, made a favorable Report on A Bill to amend Section 2484 of the General Statutes, relating to the burningf o ricks. Mr. M AHER, from same Committee, made a favorable Report on A Joint Resolution relating to the services of the Attorney General in t he Revenue Bond Scrip cases. Mr. P ARKER, from same Committee, made a favorable Report on A Bill to define the term township as used in the various Acts of the General A ssembly for the purpose to make subscription to railroads. Which were severally ordered for consideration to-morrow. Also, made an unfavorable Report on A B ill to require the Governor to appoint one and the same person to the office of County Treasurer and County Auditor in Williamsburg County, and to provide a salary for the same. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. D OUGLASS, from the Committee on Railroads, made a favorable Report on A B ill to charter the Chester and Newberry Railroad Company. Which w as read the first time and ordered for consideration to-mor row. Mr. E ASLEY. from same Committee, made a favorable Report on A Bill to charter the Yemassee and Walterboro Railroad Company. Mr. ANSEL, from same Committee, made a favorable Report on A Bill (Senate) to incorporate the Greenville, Polk and Rutherford Railroad Company. Mr. STANLAND, from same Committee, made a favorable Report On A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to amend the charter of the South Bound Railroad Company," approved February 9, 1882. Mr. DOUGLASS, from same Committee, made a favorable Report on A Bill (Senate) to authorize and require the County Commissioners of York County to submit to the qualified electors of Broad River Town 264 W EDNESDAY, DECEMBER 8, 1886. ship a nd Bullock's Creek Township, in York County, the question of transferring the subscription heretofore voted to the Georgetown and North Carolina Railroad Company to any other company after a limited period. Mr. E VANS, from same Committee, made a favorable Report on A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Augusta and Edgefield Railroad Company," approved Ddcember 26, 1885, by inserting another Section. Which w ere severally ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. N ELSON, from the Committee on Incorporations, made a favor able Report on A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Town of Hampton Court House," approved December 23, 1879. Mr. ALDRICH, from same Committee, reported A Bill to incorporate the Bank of Aiken, South Carolina. Which was read the first time. Mr. J ORDAN, from same Committee, made a favorable Report on A Bill to authorize the Charleston Calcined Marl Company, of Charles ton County, to reduce its capital stock to fourteen thousand dollars. Mr. ALDRICH, from same Committee, made a favorable Report on A Bill to incorporate the Edisto and Bunch's Ford Tramway Com pany. Also, m ade a favorable Report on A B ill to amend the charter of the Town of Chester, ratified and ap proved December 22, 1885. Mr. M cDANIEL, from same Committee, made a favorable Report on A Bill to charter the Spartanburg Encampment Association. Mr. RANKIN, from same Committee, made a favorable Report on A Bill to charter the Bank of Greenwood. Mr. B OYLE, from the same Committee, made a favorable Report on A Bill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to recharter the Town of Kingstree." Mr. C ONNORS, from the same Committee, made a favorable Report on A J oint Resolution to authorize the Pelzer Manufacturing Company to subscribe to the capital stock of the Atlantic, Greenville and Western Railway Company. M. D ANTZLER, from the same Committee, made a favorable Report on A B ill to amend Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 of an Act entitled "An Act to charter the People's Savings Bank, of Newberry, South Caro lina," approved December 22, 1885. Which w ere severally ordered for consideration to-morrow. WEDNESDAY, D ECEMBER 15, 1886. 265 Mr. M IMS, from the Committee od Agriculture, made a favorable Report ou A B ill to amend Section 2497 of the General Statutes of South Caro lina, in relation to setting fire to grass. Mr. K EITT, from the same Committee, made a favorable Report on A Bill to strike out Sections 595 and 596 of the General Statutes, relating to the privilege tax on fertilizers, aud substitute others in lieu thereof. Which w ere severally ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. M ASON, from the same Committee, made an unfavorable Report on • A B ill to grant to Anson M. Bangs and others the privilege of using certain sites near Sullivan's Island for facilitating their opera tions in constructing the jetties in Charleston harbor. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. W HARTON, from the same Committee, made an unfavorable Report on A B ill to exempt certain portions of Berkeley and Charleston Coun ties from the operation of Chapter XXVII, Title X, Part I, of the General Statutes, relating to the General Stock Law and fencing stock. Which w as read the first time and ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. L ESESNE, from the Committee ou Education, made a favorable Report on A B ill to amend the law in relation to County Commissioners and County School Commissioners. Also, m ade a favorable Report on A B ill to provide for the establishment of a new school district in Laurens County and to authorize the levy and collection of a school tax therein. Which w ere severally ordered for consideration to-rdorrow.

BILLS REJECTED.

Mr. L ESESNE, from the Committee on Education, made an unfavor able Report on A B ill to provide for the compulsory attendance of school children from 6 to 16 years of age who are not now enrolled and in regular at tendance in school. Which w as considered immediately, the Report agreed to, and the Bill rejected. Mr. P ARKER, from the Committee on the Judiciary, made an un favorable Report on 266 W EDNESDAY, DECEMBER 15, 1886. A B ill to amend Section 2507 of the General Statutes, relating to en try on lands after notice, as amended by Act of December 22, 1883. Which w as considered immediately, the Report agreed to, and the Bill rejected. nAlso, o A B ill to repeal an Act entitled "An Act to regulate the admission of foreign surety companies to do business in this State," approved Decem ber 26, 1884. Which w as considered immediately, the Report agreed to, and the Bill rejected. The S PEAKER called for REPORTSF O SPECIAL COMMITTEES. Mr. S IMPSON, from a Special Committee composed of the Spartan burg Delegation, reported A B ill to fix the number of Trial Justices for the City of Spartan burg. Which w as read the first time and ordered for consideration to-mor row. PAPERS F ROM THE SENATE. The S enate sent to this House the following Bills : A B ill to repeal Section 1040 and to amend Section 1042, Chapter XX, of the General Statutes, entitled "Of the University of South Caro lina." Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Edu cation. A B ill to confer certain rights upon the Port Royal and Western Carolina Railway Compauy, to wit, to mortgage its corporate property and franchises, to extend its railway and to lease connecting railways. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Rail roads. A J oint Resolution providing for the disposition of certain unclaimed drafts in the hands of the County Commissioners of Colleton County and the funds applicable thereto. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Ways and Means. A B ill to validate and confirm certain township and town subscrip tions to the corporation now named " The Atlantic and Northwestern Railroad Company." Which w as placed on the Calendar without reference and without printing. WEDNESDAY, D ECEMBER 15, 1886. 267 A B ill to charter the Town of Yorkville, in the State of South Caro lina. Which w as placed upon the Calendar without reference and without printing. THIRD R EADING. The f ollowing Bills were respectively read the third time, passed, and ordered to be sent to the Senate : A B ill to fix the manner of publication of the annual statements of County officers. A B ill to charter the Town of Yorkville, in the State of South Caro lina. PAPERS F ROM THE SENATE. The S enate returned to this House, with concurrence, Resolution in regard to the phosphate interest in the State. Also, sent to this House A B ill to regulate the number and pay of Trial Justices in criminal cases in Chesterfield County. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. D OUGLASS, from the Committee on Enrolled Acts, reported the following Acts as correctly eurolled and ready for ratification to wit : An A ct to authorize the County Treasurer of Berkeley County to pay the County bonds becoming due and payable January, 1887. An A ct to amend Section 1 of an Act entitled "An Acd to fix the times for the holding of the Courts in the Seventh Circuit," so far as relates to the Counties of Newberry and Spartanburg. An A ct to vest in the City Council of Charleston the fee to a lot of land on the East side of King street, in the City of Charleston, for the purpose of erecting a police station house. Mr.. L P. MILLER, from the Committee on Engrossed Bills, re ported as correctly engrossed and ready for a third reading A B ill to fix the manner of publication of the annual statements of County officers. The f ollowing Message was received from his Excellency the Gov ernor : MESSAGE F ROM THE GOVERNOR, No. 2. THE S TATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA, Executive Chamber, Columbia, December 15, 1886. Gentlemen o f the General Assembly : I have the honor to inform your honorable body that I have this day 268 W EDNESDAY, DECEMBER 15, 1886. accepted t he resignation of the Hon. J. S. Cothran, Judge of the Eighth Judicial Circuit, said resignation to take effect on Monday next, the 20th inst., at 12 o'clock M. Very r espectfully, J.. P RICHARDSON, Governor.

Mr. H UTSON introduced the following Concurrent Resolution, which was considered immediately, agreed to, and ordered to be sent to the Senate for concurrence:

Resolvedy b the House of Representatives, the Senate concurring, That the two Houses meet in joint session on Monday next, at 12 o'clock M., for the purpose of electing a Judge of the Eighth Circuit, to fill the vacancy occasioned by the resignation of Judge Cothran.

SPECIAL O RDER Immediately After the Third Reading of Bills. The House proceeded to the consideration of A B ill (House) to amend an Act entitled "An Act to provide for the more speedy development of the Columbia Canal." On m otion of Mr. SEEGERS, by unauimous consent of the House, a Bill from the Senate to amend an Act to amend an Act entitled "An Act to amend an Act entitled 'An Act to provide for the more speedy development of the Columbia Canal,' " was taken up out of its order for consideration. On m otion of Mr. SEEGERS, the House Bill was ordered to be laid on the table. The R eport of the Joint Committee and minority of the same on the Columbia Canal was then read. The B ill from the Senate was taken up for a second reading. Mr. P OPE moved to strike out the enacting words of the Bill. The q uestion being put: " Will the House agree thereto?" it passed in the affirmative. Yeas,5 7 ; nays, 37. Those w ho voted in the affirmative were : Messrs. A ncrum, Ansel, Archer, Austell, Barkley, Barmore, Beard, Bigham, Black, Boozer, Brawley, Brown, Browning, Byrd, Cain, Chal mers, Cleveland, Connors, Daniels, Dautzler, Davenport, Dean, Drake, DuBose, Dukes, Easley, Evans, Fox, Gary, Guess, J. D. Hamilton, S. P. Hamilton, Hickman, Hill, Hough, Hyde, Irby, Johnston, Jones, Jordan, Keitt, King, League, Mars, Mason, McClintock, McDaniel, McKissick, WEDNESDAY, D ECEMBER 15, 1886. 269 B.. F Miller, Miras, Moses, Norton, L. B. O'Bryan, Peurifoy, Pringle, Raysor, Ready, Robinson, Rue, Sally, Sarratt, Schaffer, Shaw, Simpson, Stanland, Stewart, J. P. Thomas of Union, Toale, W. M. Walker, Wash ington, Wharton, W. B. Wilson, Jr., Wimberly, Wylie and Young. — 75- Those who voted in the negative were : Hon. J ames Simons, Speaker, and Messrs. Abney, Aldrich, Baxter, Blackwell, Brice, Brooker, Burke, Cappelmann, Causey, Chandler, Cobb, Douglass, Earle, Ficken, Graham, Harper, Hudgens, Hutson, Kershaw, Lawton, Lee, Lesesne, Maher, Mears, McHugh, L. P. Miller, T. E. Mil ler, A. F. O'Brien, Padgett, Plowden, Rankin, Rutland, Seegers, J. P. Thomas of Richland, Turner and J. F. Walker. — 37. So t he enacting words of the Bill were ordered to be stricken out. Mr. P OPE state that he was paired with Mr. Haskell, but would have voted on the preceding question aye. Mr. P ARKER stated that he was paired with Mr. Miles, but would have voted on the preceding question no. Mr. A NSEL moved to reconsider the vote by which the enacting words were ordered to be stricken out and yto .lay that motion on the table. The q uestion being put: " Will the House agree to the motion? " it passed in the affirmative. Yeas, 74 ; nays, 34. Those w ho voted in the affirmative were : Messrs. A ncrum, Ansel, Archer, Austell, Barkley, Barmore, Beard, Bigham, Black, Boozer, Brawley, Brown, Browning, Byrd, Cain, Chalmers, Cleveland, Connors, Daniels, Dantzler, Davenport, Dean, Drake, DuBose, Dukes, Easley, Evans, Fox, Gary, Graham, Guess, Jno. D. Hamilton, Hickman, Hill, Hough, Hyde, Irby, Johnston, Jones, Jordan, Keitt, King, League, Mars, Mason, McClintock, McDaniel, McKissick, B. F. Miller, Mims, Moses, Norton, L. B. O'Bryan, Peuri foy, Pringle, Raysor, Ready, Robinson, Rue, Sally, Sarratt, Shaw, Simp, son, Stanland, Stewart, J. P. Thomas of Union, Toale, W. M. Walker, Washington, Wharton, Wilson, Wimberly, Wylie and Young. — 74. Those w ho voted in the negative were: Messrs. A bney, Aldrich, Baxter, Blackwell, Brice, Brooker, Burke, Cappelmann, Causey, Chandler, Cobb, Douglass, Earle, Ficken, S. P. Hamiton, Harper, Hutson, Lawton, Lee, Lesesne, Maher, Mears, McHugh, Lovick P. Miller, Thomas E. Miller, A. F. O'Brien, Padgett, Plowden, Rankin, Rutland, Seegers, John P. Thomas of Richland, Turner and J. Frost Walker. — 34. So t he enacting words of the Bill were ordered to be stricken out. Mr. P OPE stated that he was paired with Mr. Haskell, but would have voted aye on the preceding question. 270 W EDNESDAY, DECEMBER 15, 1886. The H ouse proceeded to the consideration of Concurrent Resolution to improve the navigation of the Broad, Saluda and Congaree Rivers. Mr.. A F. O'BRIEN moved that the Resolution be indefinitely post poned. The q uestion being put: "Will the House agree thereto?" it was decided in the negative. 1 Those who voted in the affirmative were: Messrs. A nsel, Archer, Austell, Barkley, Barmore, Beard, Boozer, Brawley, Brown, Buck, Chalmers. Chandler, Cobb, Connors, Daniels, Dantzler, DuBose, Dukes, Easley, Fox, Gary, Graham, Guess, Hickman, Hill, Hough, Hyde, Irby, Johnston, Jones, Jordan, Keitt, King, Mars, McDaniel, B. F. Miller, Thomas E. Miller, Mims, A. F. O'Brien, Rue, Sally, Sarratt, Simpson, Washington, Wimberly, Wylie and Young. — 47. / Those who voted in the negative were: Messrs. A bney, Ancrum, Baxter, Bigham, Blackwell, Black, Boyle, Brice, Brooker, Browning, Burke, Byrd, Cain, Capplemaun, Causey, Cleveland, Davenport, Dean, Douglass, Drake, Earle, Evans, Ficken, Juo. D. Hamilton, S. P. Hamilton, Harper, Hudgens, Hutson, Kershaw, Lawton, League, Lee, Maher, Mason, Mears, McClintock, McKissick, Lovick P. Miller, Moses, Norton, Parker, Peurifoy, Plowden, Pringle, Rankin, Raysor, Ready, Rutland, Seegers, Schaffer, Shaw, Stanland, Stewart, John P. Thomas of Richland, J. P. Thomas of Union, Tindal, Toale, Turner, J. Frost Walker, W. M. Walker, Wharton and W. B. Wilson, Jr.— 62. So t he House refused to agree to the motion to indefinitely postpone the Resolution. Mr. P OPE asked to be excused from voting, as he was paired with Mr. Haskell. FLEAVE O ABSENCE. Mr. N ELSON asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague, Mr. Ancrum, from 5 o'clock this evening until Monday next. Pending the discussion, On m otion of Mr. Hudgens, the House receded from business at 2:45 o'clock P. M. until 7i o'clock P. M.

NIGHT S ESSION. The S PEAKER resumed the chair at 7:30 P. M. The H ouse resumed the debate on the Concurrent Resolution to im prove the navigation of the Broad, Saluda and Congaree Rivers. After s ome time spent in the discusion, Mr. PARKER called the previous question, which was sustained. WEDNESDAY, D ECEMBER 15, 1886. 271 The q uestion being put: " Shall the resolving words of the Resolution be-stricken out ? " it passed in the affirmative. Yeas, 64 ; nays, 42. Those w ho voted in the affirmative were: Messrs. A nsel, Archer, Austell, Barkley, Beard, Black, Boozer, Boyle, Brawley, Brown, Burke, Byrd, Cappelmann, Chalmers, Chandler, Daniels, Davenport, Dean, Drake, DuBose, Earle, Easley, Fox, Gary, Graham, Guess, Hickman, Hill, Hough, Hudgens, Hutson, Hyde, Irby, Johnston, Jordan, King, Lawton, League, Lesesne, Mason, McClintock, McHugh, B. F. Miller, Thomas E. Miller, Mims, Moses, A. F. O'Brien, Padgett, Pringle, Rankin, Rue, Sally, Sarratt, Schaffer, Shaw, Simpson, Stauland, Toale, Turner, Washington, Wharton, Wim- berly, Wylie and Young. — 64. Those w ho voted in the negative were : Messrs. A bney, Baxter, Bigham, Brice, Brooker, Browning, Buck, Cain, Causey, Cleveland, Cobb, Dantzler, Douglass, Dukes, Evans, Ficken.Jno. D, Hamilton, S. P. Hamilton, Harper, Jones, Keitt, Ker shaw, Lee, Maher, Mars, MeDaniel, McKissick, Lovick P. Miller, Nelson, Norton, Parker, Plowden, Raysor, Rutland, Seegers, Stewart, John P.Thomas of Richland, J. P. Thomas of Union, Tindal, J. Frost Walker, W. M. Walker and W. B. Wilson, Jr.— 42. So t he resolving words were ordered to be stricken out.

SPECIAL O RDER. * A B ill (Senate) to ratify the amendments to Article II of the Consti tution of South Carolina by adding thereto a Section, to be known as Section 4 thereof, in lieu of Sections 4 and 5 of said Article as it now stands, was read the second time and ordered for a third reading to-morrow. SPECIAL O RDER. A B ill to regulate the rate of interest upon any contract arising in this State for the hiring, lending or use of money or other commodity was read the second time. Mr. D OUGLASS moved to indefinitely postpone the Bill, and the question being put: " Will the House agree?" the yeas and nays were requested and are as follows. The question passed in the affirmative: 9Yeas, 5 ; nays, 47. Those w ho voted in the affirmative were : Hon. J ames Simons, Speaker, and Messrs. Abney, Aldrich, Ansel, Archer, Austell, Barkley, Black, Boozer, Boyle, Brawley, Brooker, Cain, Cappelmann, Causey, Chandler, Cleveland, Cobb, Connors, Doug lass, Ficken, Graham, Guess, Harper, Hough, Hutson, Hyde, Jordan, 272 W EDNESDAY, DECEMBER 15, 1886.. King, L awton, League, Lee, Lesesne, Maher, McHugh, B. F. Miller, Lovick P. Miller, Thomas E. Miller, Moses, Norton, A. F. O'Brien, Padgett, Pringle, Rankin, Rue, Rutland, Sally, Schaffer, Shaw, Simpson, Stanland, John P. Thomas of Richland, Toale, Turner, J. Frost Walker, Washington, Wharton, Wimberly and Young. — 59. Those who voted in the negative were : Messrs. B axter, Beard, Bigham, Brice, Brown, Browning, Byrd, Chal mers, Daniels, Dautzler, Davenport, Dean, Drake, DuBose, Dukes, Earle, Easley, Evans, Fox, Gary, John D. Hamilton, S. P. Hamilton, Hickman, Hill, Hudgens, Irby, Johnston, Jones, Keitt, Kershaw, Mars, Mason, McClintock, McDaniel, MoKissick, Mims, Parker, Plowden, Pope, Raysor, Sarratt, Seegers, Stewart, J. P. Thomas of Union, Tindal, W. M. Walker, W. B. Wilson, Jr., and Wylie.— 47. , So t he Bill was indefinitely postponed. A B ill to limit the rate of interest to 7 per cent, per annum, and fix a penalty for taking, agreeing upon or receiving a greater per cent. On m otion of Mr. HUDGENS, the Bill was continued to the next session. A B ill to incorporate the American Savings Bank. The House proceeded to the consideration of the GENERAL O RDERS. The f ollowing Bills were read the second time and ordered for a third reading to-morrow : A B ill (Senate) to incorporate the American Savings Bank. A B ill (Senate) to incorporate the Ashley Phosphate Company. A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to prohibit the sale of spirituous liquors in the Town of Union, in this State," approved Decem ber 26, A. D. 1884. A B ill to authorize the Town Council of Winnsboro to issue additional bonds for the purpose of rebuilding, repairing and improving Mount Zion College of said town, to provide for the interest accruing thereon, and for the payment of said bonds. A B ill to amend Section 2518 of the General Statutes, in relation to trade in seed cotton. The f ollowing Bill was read the second time and ordered to be engrossed for a third reading: A B ill to regulate the traffic in seed cotton. The f ollowing Bill was ordered to be laid on the table: A B ill (House) to incorporate the Ashley Phosphate Company. The e nacting words of the following Bill were stricken out : A B ill to establish the office of Register of Mesne Conveyance for the County of Spartanburg. WEDNESDAY, D ECEMBER 15, 188G. 273 The f ollowing Bill was continued to the next session : A Bill to amend Section 2004 of the General Statutes, relating to violation of contracts. The f ollowing Bill was ordered to be laid on the table: A Bill to ratify the amendment to Article 2 of the Constitution, by- substituting for Sections 4 and 5 a Section to be known as Section 4. The following Bills were indefinitely postponed : A B ill to regulate the Sheriff's fees for dieting prisoners in the County Jails of this State. A B ill to amend Section 1758 of the General Statutes, in relation to license for circus and traveling shows. The f ollowing Bill was continued to next session : A B ill to authorize the appointment of a Trial Justice for Batesburg, in the County of Lexington, with jurisdiction in Aiken and Edgefield. On m otion, the House recurred to the call of Bills, Notices of Bills, Resolutions, Petitions, &c Mr. H UDGENS, pursuant to notice and by consent of the House, in troduced A B ill to change the name of Rosa Russell to that of Rosa Russell Rouse, and to enable her to inherit from James D. Rouse. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Judiciary Com mittee. Mr. B ROWN asked aud obtained unanimous consent to introduce, without previous notice, A B ill to amend Section 1090, Title X, Chapter XXII, of the General Statutes of the State. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Roads, Bridges and Ferries. Mr. C LEVELAND presented fPetition o citizens of Greenville City, asking that no Bill to allow property owners of said city to vote on election of issuing bonds be passed. Which w as referred to the Committee on Ways and Means. Mr. D EAN introduced the following Concurrent Resolution, which was considered immediately, agreed to, and ordered to be sent to the Senate for concurrence : Resolved b y the House of Representatives, the Senate concurring, That the Secretary of State shall be keeper of the Governor's Mansion and shall be responsible at all times when not occupied by the Governor for its care and safe keeping, and shall take receipts from incoming and give them to outgoing Governors for all furniture and other property belonging to the State. 21— HJ 274 W EDNESDAY, DECEMBER 15, 1886. Also, t he following Concurrent Resolution, which was considered im mediately, agreed to, and ordered to be sent to the Senate for concurrence : Resolved b y the House of Representatives, the Senate concurring, That the Railroad Commissioners do forthwith inquire into the management of the Asheville and Spartanburg Railroad Company, and whether the corporation or individuals controlling the same operate said railroad in such manner as will secure the largest amount of business therefor and promote the interest of the towns, Counties and individuals who con tributed to the building of said railroad ; and if said Railroad Commis sioners do find that in the operation of said railroad the interests afore said are not properly regarded, they are hereby instructed to call upon the Attorney General to take such action in respect thereto as may be proper ; and if it should be found that any abuses complained of cannot be remedied under existing law, they shall report to the General Assem bly at the next session such suggestions of legislation as may be appro priate. And in case the Attorney General should be of opinion upon the facts eseertained that similar legislation is necessary upon the part of the State of North Carolina to remedy any evils found to exist, he is hereby instructed to communicate with the proper authorities of said State upon the subject. On m otion, the House recurred to the formula of Standing Commit tees. Mr. A NSEL, from the Committee on Railroads, made a favorable Report on A B ill (Senate) to confer certain rights upon the Port Royal and Western Carolina Railway Company, to wit, to mortgage its corporate property and franchises, to extend its railway and to lease connecting railways. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. F ICKEN, from the Committee on Ways and Means, made an unfavorable Report on Petitionf o Henry A. DeSaussure, with a draft of a Joint Resolution. The R eport was considered immediately, agreed to, and the Petition rejected. Also, m ade a Report and reported A B ill to amend Sections 253 and 254 of the General Statutes, relating to township and County Boards of Equalization. Which w as read the first time and made the Special Order of the Day for to-morrow after the reading of third reading Bills, and from day to day until disposed of. THURSDAY, D ECEMBER 16, 1886. 275 Mr. A NSEL, from the Committee on Railroads, made a Report, with amendments, on A B ill (Senate) to amend au Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Blackville and Allston Railroad Company,'' approved December 24, 1885. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow in connection with third reading of Bills. Mr. C AIN asked and obtained the unanimous consent of the House to introduce, without previous notice, A B ill to repeal an Act entitled 'An Act to prohibit the sale of in toxicating liquors within the corporate limits of the Town of Mayesviile, in the County of Sumter," approved December 21st, A. D. 1882; which was read the first time and referred to the Judiciary Committee. Mr. B RAWLEY moved that when this House adjourn, it be adjourned to meet to-morrow at 11 o'clock A. M. On m otion of Mr. RUTLAND, the House was adjourned at 11.20 P. M., to meet to-morrow at 11 A. M.

THURSDAY, D ECEMBER 16, 1886.

At t he hour to which the House was adjourned the SPEA.KER took the chair, and, a quorum being present, the Journal of yesterday's pro ceedings was read and confirmed. PAPERS F ROM THE SENATE. The S enate sent to this House A B ill to regulate liens and mortgages upon crop3 in this State. Which was read the fir^t time and referred to the Committee on Agri culture. Mr. A NSEL offered the following Concurrent Resolution : Resolved b y the Souse of Representatives, the Senate concurring, That two members of the House and Senate be appointed a Committee to examine the books and vouchers of the State Treasurer during the yeai' 1887. Which w as considered immediately, agreed to, and sent to the Senate for concurrence. 276 T HURSDAY, DECEMBER 16, 1886. The S PEAKER called, in alphabetical order of Counties, for Pe titions, Memorials, Presentments of Grand Juries, Returns of Commis sioners, and such like papers, and for Resolutions, Bills or motions. On m otion of Mr. ALDRICH, the call by Counties was dispensed with for this day. Mr. H ASKELL presented Memorial o f Omau Stewart Stone Co., relating to completion of State House. Which w as referred to the Committee on State House find Grounds. Mr. SEEGERS presented Petition ( with draft of Bill) of Tiieodor Weuzel to purchase certain lands in Pickens and Oconee Counties. VVhich w as referred to the Committee on Ways and Means. The S PEAKER laid before the House the Report of Comptroller General, additional list of persons who claim to be unable to earn a livelihood by reason of wounds or other disabilities incurred while in the service of the State during the late war between the States. Which w as referred to the Ways and Means Committee. The S PEAKER called for

REPORTSF O STANDING COMMITTEES.

Mr. P ARKER, from the Committee on the Judiciary, made a favor able Report, with amendment, on A B ill (Senate) to regulate practice in the Courts of General Sessions in this State. Also, m ade a favorable Report on A B ill to amend Chapter XCVIII of the General Statutes, relating to costs and fees of attorneys and other officers in the matter of attorneys', Coroners' and Trial Justices' fees. Also, m ade a favorable Report on A B ill to limit the costs in Courts of Trial Justices in certain actions. Also, made a favorable Report on A B ill (Senate) to regulate the number and pay of Trial Justices in criminal actions in Chesterfield County. Also, made a favorable Report on A B ill to cede and vest in Julins Mills all the right, title and interest of the State in the canal on Catawba River, lving in the Counties of Chester and Fairfield, except so much as has heretofore been ceded to and vested in Mrs. Susan A. Boyleston. Which w ere severally ordered for consideration to-morrow. THURSDAY, D ECEMBER 16, 1886. 277 ' Also, m ade an unfavorable Report on A B ill to regulate the compensation of the Register of Mesne Con veyance for Greenville County. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. Also, made an unfavorable Report on A B ill to amend Section 2349 of the General Statutes, relating to the lien of the owners of certain stock. Oa m otion, the Report was agreed to and the Bill rejected. Also, made fft unfavorable Report on A B ill (Senate) relating to the payment of witnesses in criminal cases in the County of Lancaster. Ou m otion, the Report was agreed to and the Bill rejected. Also, made an unfavorable Report on A B ill (Senate) to regulate the trial of causes and conduct of licenses in the Circuit Court of this State. On m otion, the Report was agreed to and the Bill rejected. Mr. F ICKEN, from the Committee on Ways and Means, made a favorable Report on A J oint Resolution (Senate) providing for the disposition of certain unclaimed drafts in the hands of the County Commissioners of Colleton County and the funds applicable thereto. Also, m ade a favorable Report on A J oint Resolution authorizing the County Treasurer to pay certain school claims against the County of Spartanburg. Which w ere severally ordered for consideration to-morrow. Also, made an unfavorable Report on A J oint Resolution (Senate) authorizing the Comptroller General to reduce assessment of the real estate of Mrs. Nancy Berry and to abate the taxes due by her. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. Also, m ade an unfavorable Report on A B ill to merge all departments of County funds into a common County fund, so far as relates to the duties of County Treasurers. On m otion, the Report was agreed to and the Bill rejected. Mr. N ORTON, from the Committee on Education, made a favorable Report on A B ill to authorize the levy of a special tax for School District No. 9 of Fairfield County. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. H UTSON, from same Committee, made an unfavorable Report, with minority Report, on A B ill (Senate) to repeal Section 1040, and to amend Section 1042, Chapter XX, of the General Statutes, entitled " Of the University of South Carolina," 278 T HURSDAY, DECEMBER 16, 1886. Also, m ade an unfavorable Report on A B ill (Senate) to amend Section 1028 of the General Statutes of this State, fixing the Trustees of the South Carolina University. Which w ere severally ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. K ING, from the Committee on Roads, Bridges and Ferries, made a favorable Report on A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to permit persons in the State liable to road duty to pay a commutation in lieu of working the road," by exempting the County of Oconee from the operation of the same. Mr.. B F. MILLER, from the same Committee, made a favorable Report on A B ill (Senate) to amend the law in relation to highways and bridges. Which w ere severally ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. G UESS, from the Committee on Claims, made a favorable Report on Claimf o Winthrop Williams. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. P ARKER, from the Committee on the Judiciary, asked to be discharged from the further consideration of Presentments o f Grand Juries of Chester, Chesterfield, Edgefield, Horry, Kershaw, Lancaster and Orangeburg Counties. On m otion of Mr. PARKER, the Committee was discharged and the Presentments laid on the table. Mr. C LEVELAND, from the Committee on Federal Relations, made a favorable Report on Memorial o f the City Council of Charleston as to jetties, recommend ing Concurrent Resolution. Which w as considered immediately, agreed to, and sent to the Senate. The S PEAKER called for REPORTSF O SPECIAL COMMITTEES. Mr. H UDGENS, from a Special Committee composed of the Ander son Delegation, made a favorable Report, with amendment, on A B ill (Senate) to provide a more efficient system of working the public roads in Anderson County. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. N ORTON, from a Special Committee composed of the Marion Delegation, made a favorable Report, with amendment, on A B ill (Senate) to exempt certain portions of Marion County from the operations of Chapter XXXVII of the General Statutes, relating to the General Stock Law and fencing stock. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. THURSDAY, D ECEMBER 16, 1886. 279 ' P APERS FROM THE SENATE. The S enate sent to this House the following Bills : A B ill to confer certain rights on the Pacific Guano Company in cer tain navigable streams running through lands of the said company. Which w as read the first lime and referred to the Committee on Mines and Mining. Also, A B ill to authorize and empower the County Commissioners of Laurens County to borrow money for certain purposes. Which w as read the first time aud referred to the Committee on Ways and Means. Also, A B ill for the relief of sureties upon official bonds of certain officers. Which was read the first time and referred to the Committee on Ways and Means. Also, A B ill to repeal an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Town of Fort Motte, in Orangeburg County," approved March 25, 1875. Which w as read the first time and ordered to be placed on the Calen dar without reference and without printing. Also, A J oint Resolution (Senate) to authorize the refunding of the taxes paid by farmers on cotton listed for taxation in 1886 from the crop of 1885. Which w as read the first time and ordered to be placed on the Calen dar without reference and without printing. LEAVEF O ABSENCE. .Mr. J P. THOMAS, of Union, asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague, Mr. Sarratt, from Friday until Monday, inclusive. Mr. C AIN asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague, Mr. Shaw, until Monday next. THIRD R EADING. The f ollowing Bills were respectively read the third time, passed, aiid ordered to be sent to the Senate : A B ill to incorporate the American Savings Bank. A B ill to ameud an Act entitled "An Act to prohibit the sale of spirituous liquors in the Town of Union, in this State," approved De cember 26, A. D. 188'4. A B ill to authorize the Town Council of Wininboro to issue addi tional bonds for the purpose of rebuilding, repairing and improving 280 T HURSDAY, DECEMBER 1G, 1886. Mount Z ion College of said town, to provide for the interest accruing thereon, and for the payment of said bonds. A B ill to amend Section 2518 of the General Statutes, in relation to trade in cotton seed. A B ill to limit the number of Trial Justices in certain Counties of this State, to provide for fixing their territorial jurisdiction, and for the maimer and amount of their compensation. A B ill (from the Senate) to incorporate the Ashley Phosphate Company was read the third time, passed, the title thereof changed to "Au Act," and ordered to be enrolled. A B ill (from the Senate) to ratify the amendment to Article II of the Constitution of South Carolina, by adding thereto a Section to be known as Section 4 thereof, in lieu of Sections 4 aud 5 of said Article as it now stands. Was r ead the third time. The q uestion being put : "Shall the Bill pass and be ordered to be enrolled?" it passed in the affirmative. Under t he provisions of the Constitution, the question was decided by a call of the yeas and nays. Yeas, 1 09 ; nays, none. Those v oting in the affirmative were : Hon. J ames Simons, Speaker, and Messrs. Abney, Aldrich, Ansel, Archer, Austell, Barkley, Barmore, Baxter, Beard, Bigham, Blackwell, Black, Boozer, Boyle, Brawley, Brice, Brown, Browning, Buck, Burke, Byrd, Cain, Cappelmann, Causey, Chalmers, Chandler, Cleveland, C ibb, Connors, Daniels, Dantzler, Davenport, Dean, Douglass, Drake, DuB >se, Dukes, Earle, Easley, Evans, Ficken, Fox, Graham, Guess, J. D. Ham ilton, S. P. Hamilton, Harper, Hill, Hough, Hudgens, Hutson, Hyde, Irby, Johnston, Jones, Jordan, Keitt, Kershaw, King, Lawton, League, Lee, Lesesne, Maher, Mars, Mason, Mears, MoDauiel, McHu^h, McKissick, B. F. Miller, Lovick P. Miller, Mims, Morrall, Moses, Nelson, Norton, A. F. O'Brien, L. B. 0'Bryan, Ott, Parker, Peurifoy, Plowden, Pope, Pringle, Rankin, Raysor, Ready, Robinson, Rue, Rutland, Sally, Sarratt, Seegers, Schaffcr, Simpson, Stanland, J. P. Thomas of Richland, J. P. Thomas of Union, Tindal, Toale, Turner, J. Frost Walker, W. B. Wilson, Jr., Wimberly, Wylie and Young. — 109. Those w ho voted in the negative were : None. Two-thirds o f the whole representation having voted therefor, the Bill passed and was ordered to be enrolled for ratification. A B ill from the Senate to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incor porate the Blackville and Alston Railroad Company," approved Decem ber 24, 1885, was passed and ordered to be returned to the Senate with amendments. THURSDAY, D ECEMBER 16, 1886. 281 SPECIAL O RDERS.

Immediately A fter the Third Reading of Bills.

The f ollowing Bill was read the second time and ordered for third reading to morrow : A B ill to make appropriations for the payment of the per diem, mile age and stationery certificates of the members of the General Assembly, the salaries of the subordinate officers and employees thereof, and for other purposes herein named. A B ill to make appropriations to meet the ordinary expenses of the State Government for the fiscal year commencing November 1, 1886, was taken up for a second reading. Mr.. W B. WILSON, Jr., moved to strike out subdivision 9 of Sec tion 2. After s ome time spent in the discussion thereof, Mr. PARKER called the previous question, which was sustained. Mr. DOUGLASS moved to lay the motion on the table. The question being put: "Will the House agree thereto ?" it was decided in the negative. Yeas, 55 ; nays, 56. Those w ho voted in the affirmative were : Hon. J ames Simons, Speaker, and Messrs. Abney, Aldrich, Barkley, Black, Brawley, Brice, Buck, Burke, Cain, Cappelmann, Causey, Cobb, Connors, Dantzler, Douglass, Ficken, Graham, Guess, S. P. Hamilton, Harper, Hickman, Hough, Hutson, Hyde, Kershaw, Lawton, Lee, Lesesne, Maher, Mears, McDaniels, McHugh, Lovick P. Miller, Morrall, Moses, Nelson, A. F. O'Brieu. Ott, Padgett, Parker, Plowden, Pringle, Raysor, Ready, Rutland, Seegers, Sohaffer, Johu P. Thomas of Richlaud, Tindal, Toale, J. Frost Walker, Washington, H. Frank Wilson and Wylie.— 55. Those w ho voted in the negative were : Messrs. A nsel, Archer, Barmore, Baxter, Beard, Bigham, Boozer, Boyle, Brooker, Brown, Browning, Byrd, Chalmers, Chandler, Cleveland, Daniels, Davenport, Dean, Drake, DuBose, Dukes, Earle, Easley, Evans, Fox, J. D Hamilton, Hill, Hudgens, Johnston, Jones, Jordan, Keitt, King, League, Mars, Mason, McClintock, McKissick, B. F. Miller, T. E. Miller, Minis, Norton, Peurifoy, Pope, Rankin, Rue, Sarratt, Simpson, Stanland, Stewart, J. P. Thomas of Union, Turner, W. M. Walker, W. , B. Wilson, Jr., Wimberly and Young. — 56. So t he House refused to agree to the motion. Mr. I RBY asked to be excused from voting, as he was paired with Mr. Blackwell. 282 T HURSDAY, DECEMBER 16, 1886. Mr. W HARTON asked to be excused from voting, as he was paired with Mr. L< B. O'Bryan. The q uestion being put: "Shall the subdivision 9 of Section 2 be stricken out?" it was decided in the affirmative. Those w ho voted in the affirmative were : Messrs. A nsel, Archer, Barmore, Baxter, Beard, Bigham, Boozer, Brooker, Brown, Browning, Byrd, Chalmers, Chandler, Cleveland, Dan iels, Davenport, Dean, Drake, DuBose, Dukes, Earle, Easley, Evans, Fox, John D. Hamilton, Hill, Hudgens, Irby, Johnston, Jones, Keitt, King, League, Mars, Mason, McClintock, McKissick, B. F. Miller, Thomas E. Miller, Mims, Norton, Peurifoy, Pope, Rankin, Rue, Sally, Sarratt, Simpson, Stanlaud, Stewart, Turner, W. M. "Walker, Wharton, W. B. Wilson, Jr., Wimberly and Young. — 56. Those w ho voted in the negative were : Hon. J ames Simons, Speaker, and Messrs. Abney, Aldrich, Barkley, Blackwell, Black, Boyle, Brawley, Brice, Buck, Burke, Cain, Cappel- mann, Causey, Cobb, Connors, Dantzler, Douglass, Ficken, Gary, Gra ham, Guess, S. P. Hamilton, Harper, Hickman, Hough, Hyde, Kershaw, Lesesne, Maher, Mears, McDaniel, McHugh, Lovick P. Miller, Morrall, Moses, Nelson, A. F. O'Brien, L. B. O'Bryan, Ott, Padgett, Parker, Plowden, Pringle, Raysor, Ready, Rutland, Seegers, Schaffer, John P. Thomas of Richland, Tindal, J. Frost Walker, Washington, H. Frank Wilson and Wylie. — 55. So t he motion was agreed to, and subdivision 9, Section 2, was ordered to be stricken out. Mr.. J P. THOMAS of Union asked to be excused from voting as he was paired with Mr. Lee. Mr. J ORDAN asked to be excused from voting as he was paired with Mr. Hutson. Pending t he debate, On m otion of Mr. ANSEL, the House receded from business at 2:50 o'clock P. M., to meet this evening at 7:30 o'clock P. M.

RECESS.

The S PEAKER resumed the Chair at 7:30 P. M. The House resumed the consideration of A B ill to make appropriations to meet the ordinary expenses of the State Government for the fiscal year commencing November 1, 1886. Mr. WHARTON moved to strike out paragraph 5, Section 6. Mr. HUDGENS moved to lay the motion on the table. THURSDAY, D ECEMBER 16, 1886. 283 The q uestion being put: " Will the House agree to the motion?" it was decided in the affirmative. Yeas, 83 ; nays, 27. Those w ho voted in the affirmative were. Hon. J ames Simons, Speaker, and Messrs. Abuey, Aldrich, Barkley, Barmore, Baxter, Beard, Blackwell, Black, Boozer, Boyle, Brawley, Brooker, Brown, Browning, Buck, Burke, Cain, Cappelmann, Causey, Chandler, Cobb, Connors, Daniels, Dean, Douglass, Drake, Earle, Easley, Evans, Ficken, Gary, Graham, Guess, S. P. Hamilton, Harper, Hill, Hough, Hudgens, Hutson, Hyde, Jones, Jordan, Kershaw, King, Lawton, League, Lesesne, Mars, Mears, McClintock, McHugh, McKissick, B. F. Miller, Lovick P. Miller, Thomas E. Miller, Morrall, Moses, Nelson, Norton, A. F. O'Brien, Pad gett, Parker, Peurifby, Plowden, Pringle, Rankin, Raysor, Ready, Rue, Sally, Seegers, Schaffer, Simpson, Stanland, John P. Thomas of Rich- laud, Tindall, Toale, Turner, J. Frost Walker, Washington, H. Frank Wilson, Wimberly and Wylie. — 83. Those w ho voted in the negative were : Messrs. A rcher, Austell, Bigham, Brice, Byrd, Chalmers, Cleveland, Dantzler, Davenport, DuBose, Dukes, Fox, Jno. D. Hamilton, Hick man, Irby, Johnston, Keitt, Mason, McDaniel, Mims, Pope, Rutland, Sarratt, Stewart, J. P. Thomas of Union, W. M. Walker, W. B. Wilson, Jr., and Young. — 27. So t he motion to lay on the table was agreed to. Mr. H UDGENS moved to amend the Bill by striking out the word " twenty," in the 2d line of paragraph, Section 2, manuscript Bill, and inserting in lieu thereof the word "seventeen." Mr. R AYSOR moved to lay the motion on the table. The q uestion being put: "Will the House agree thereto?" it was decided in the affirmative. Yeas,1 7 ; nays, 44. Those w ho voted in the affirmative were : Hon. J ames Simons, Speaker, and Messrs. Abney, Aldrich, Barkley, Baxter, Blackwell, Black, Boyle, Brawley, Browning, Buck, Burke, Cain, Cappelmann, Causey, Chandler, Cobb, Connors, Daniels, Dean , Douglass, Drake, Evans, Ficken, Guess, S. P. Hamilton, Harper, Hick man, Hill, Hough, Hutson, Hyde, Jones, Jordan, Kershaw, King, Law- ton, Lesesne, Maher, Mars, Mears, McHugh, B. F. Miller, Lovick P. Miller, T. E. Miller, Morrall, Moses, Nelson, A. F. O'Brien, Padgett, Parker, Plowden, Pringle, Rankin, Raysor, Ready, Rue, Sally, Sarratt, Seegers, Schaffer, Stanland, J. P. Thomas of Richland, Tiodal, Toale, Turner, J. Frost Walker, Washington, H. F. Wilson, Wimberly and Wylie.— 71. • 284 T HURSDAY, DECEMBER 16, 1886. Those w ho voted in the negative were : Messrs. A nsel, Archer, Austell, Barmore, Beard, Bigham, Boozer, Brice, Brooker, Brown, Byrd, Chalmers, Cleveland, Dantzler, Daven port, DuBose, Dukes, Earle, Easley, Fox, Gary, Graham, J. D. Hamil ton, Hudgens, Irby, Johnston, Keitt, League, Mason, McClintock, McDaniel, McKissiok, Miles, Mims, Norton, Peurifoy, Pope, Rutland. Simpson, Stewart, J. P. Thomas of Union, W. M. Walker, W. B. Wil son, Jr., and Young. — 44. So t he amendment was ordered to be laid on the table. • Mr. M ARS moved to reconsider the vote by which subdivision 9, Section 2, of the Bill was ordered to be stricken out. Mr.. W B. WILSON, Jr., moved to lay the motion on the table. The q uestion being put : " Will the House agree to the motion?" it was decided in the negative. Yeas,7 4 ; nays, 62. Those w ho voted in the affirmative were : Messrs. A nsel, Archer, Austell, Baxter, Beard, Bigham, Boozer, Brooker, Brown, Byrd, Chalmers, Chandler, Cleveland, C>bb, Daniels, Davenport, Dean, Drake, DuBose, Earle, Easley, Evans, Fox, John D. Hamilton, Hudgens, Irby, Johnston, Jordan, Keitt, King, McClintock, McKissick, B. F. Miller, Thomas E. Miller, Mims, Norton, Peurifoy, Pope, Sarratt, Simpson, Stewart, J. P. Thomas of Union, W. M. Walker, Wharton, W. B. Wilson, Jr., Wimberly aud Young. — 47. Those w ho voted in the negative were: Hon. J ames Simons, Speaker, and Messrs. Abney, Aldrich, Barkley, Blackwell, Black, Boyle, Brawley, Brice, Browning, Buck, Burke, Cain, Cappelmann, Causey, Connors, Dantzler, Douglass, Dukes, Ficken, Gary, Graham, Guess, S. P. Hamilton, Harper, Hickman, Hill, Hough, Hutson, Hyde, Jones, Kershaw, Lawton, Lesesne, Maher, Mars, Mears, McDaniel, McHugh, Lovick P. Miller, Morrall, Moses, Nelson, A.. F. O'Brien, Padgett, Parker, Plowden, Pringle, Rankin, Raysor, Ready, Rutland, Seegers, Schaffer, Stanland, John P. Thomas of Richland, Tin- dal,Toale, Turner, J. Frost Walker, H. Frank Wilson and Wylie.— 62. So t he House refused to lay the motion on the table. The q uestion being put: "Will the House reconsider the vote?" it passed in the affirmative. 1Yeas, 6 ; nays, 51 . Those w ho voted in the affirmative were : Hon. J ames Simons, Speaker, and Messrs. Abney, Aldrich, Baikley, Blackwell, Black, Boyle, Brawley, Brice, Browning, Buck, Burke, Cain, Cappelmann, Causey, Connors, Dantzler, Douglass, Dukes, Ficken, Gary, Graham, Guess, S. P. Hamilton, Harper, Hickman, Hough, Hutson, Hyde, Kershaw, Lawton, Lee, Lesesne, Maher, Mars, Mears, McDaniel, McHugh, THURSDAY, D ECEMBER 16, 1886. 285 .Lovick P Miller, Morrall, Moses, Nelson, A. F. O'Brien, Padgett, Parker, Plowden, Pringle, Rankin, Raysor, Ready, Rutland, Seegers, Schaffer, Stanland, Jolin P. Thomas of Richland, Tindal, Toale, J. Frost Walker, Washington, H. Frank Wilson and Wylie. — 61. Those who voted in the negative were : Messrs. A nsel, Archer, Austell, Baxter, Beard, Bigham, B>ozer, Brooker, Brown, Byrd, Chalmers, Chandler, Cleveland, Cobb, Daniels, Davenport, Dean, Drake, DuBose, Earle, Easley, Evans, Fox, John D. Hamilton, Hill, Hudgeus, Irby, Johnston, Jordan, Keitt, King, League, McClintock, McKissick, B. F. Miller, Thomas E. Miller, Minus, Norton, Peurit'oy, Pope. Rue, Sarratt, Simpson, Stewart, J. P. Thomas of Union, Turner, W. M. Walker, Wharton, W. B. Wilson, Jr., Wimberly and Young. — 51. So t he House reconsidered the vote. Mr.. W B. WILSON, Jr., moved to amend by striking out the word "fourteen " and insert in lieu thereof the word "seven." Mr. D OUGLASS moved to amend the amendment by striking out the word "seven " and insert the word " thirteen." The q uestion being put: " Will the House agree thereto ? " it was de cided in the affirmative. 8Yeas, 5 ; nays, 55. Those w ho voted- in the affirmative were : Hon. J ames Simons, Speaker, and Messrs. Abuey, Aldrich, Barkley, Blackwell, Black, Boyle, Brawley, Brice, Buck, Burke, Cain, Cappsl- mann, Causey, Connors, Dantzler, Douglass, Fieken, Gary, Guess, S. P. Hamilton, Harper, Hickman, Hough, Hutson, Hyde, Jones, Kershaw, Lawton, Lee, Lesesne, Maher, Mars, Mears, McDaniel, McHugh, Lovick P. Miller, Morrall, Moses, Nelson, A. F. O'Brien, Padgett, Parker, Plowden, Pringle, Rankin, Raysor, Ready, Rutland, Seegers, Schaffer, John P. Thomas of Richland, Tindal, Toale, J. Frost Walker, Wash ington, H. Frank Wilson and Wylie. — 58. Those w ho voted in the negative were: Messrs. A nsel, Archer, Austell, Baxter, Beard, Bigham, Boozer, Brooker, Brown, Browning, Byrd, Chalmers, Chandler, Cleveland, Cobb, Daniels, Davenport, Dean, Drake, DuBose, Dukes, Earle, Easley, Evans, Fox, Graham, Jno. D. Hamilton, Hill, Hudgens, Irby, John ston, Jordan, Keitt, King, League, McClintock, McKissick, B. F. Mil ler, Thomas E. Miller, Mims, Norton, Peurifoy, Pope, Rue, Sarrait, Simpson, Stanland, Stewart, J. P. Thomas of Union, Turner, W. M. Walker, Wharton, W. B Wilson, Jr., Wimberly and Young. — 55. So t he amendment to the amendment was agreed to. Mr. P OPE moved to amend the amendment as amended by striking out the word " thirteen " and insert in lieu thereof the word " eight." 286 T HURSDAY, DECEMBER 16, 1886. Mr. H YDE moved to lay the motion ou the table. The question being put: " Will the House agree thereto V it passed in the affirmative. Yeas, 58 ; nays, 53. Those w ho voted in the affirmative were : Hon. J ames Simons, Speaker, and Messrs. Abney, Aldrich, Barkley, Blackwell, Black, Boyle, Brawley, Brice, Buck, Burke, Cain, Cappel- maun, Causey, Connors, Dantzler, Douglass, Fieken, Guess, S. P. Hamil ton, Harper, Hickman, Hough, Hutson, Hyde, Jones, Kershaw, Lawton. Lee, Lesesne, Maher, Mars, Mears, McDaniel, McHugh, Lovick P. Miller, Morrall, Moses, Nelson, A. P. O'Brien, Padgett, Parker, Plowden, Prin- gle, Rankin, Raysor, Ready, Rutland, Seegers, S;:haffir, John P. Thomas of Richland, Tindal, Toale, J. Frost Walker, Washington, Wharton, H. Frank Wilson arid Wylie. — 58. Those w ho voted, in the negative were : Messrs. A nsel, Archer, Austell, Baxter, Beard, Bigham, Boozer, Brooker, Brown, Browning, Byrd, Chalmers, Chandler, Cleveland, Cobb, Daniels, Davenport, Dean, Drake, DuBose, Dukes, Earle, Easley, Evans, Fox, Graham, John D. Hamilton, Hill, Hudgens, Irby, Johnston, Jordan, Keitt, King, League, McClintock, McKissick, B. F. Miller, Mims, Morton, Peurifoy, Pope, Rue, Sarratt, Staulaud, Stewart, J. P, Thomas of Union, Turner, W. M. Walker, W. B. Wilson, Jr., Wimberly and Young. — 53. So t he motion to lay on the table was agreed to. The q uestion being put: "Shall the 9th subdivision, Section 2, be stricken out?"'it was decided in the negative by an acclamatory vote. The B ill having been read the second time, it was ordered to a third reading to-morrow. The C hairman of the Committee gave notice that he would offer amendments to the Bill on its third reading. Mr. F ICKEN, from the Committee on Ways and Means, reported A B ill to raise supplies and make appropriations for the fiscal year commencing November 1, 1886. Which w as read the first time and made the Special Order for to morrow immediately after the third reading of Bills, and from day to day until disposed of. PAPERS F ROM THE SENATE. The S enate sent to this House the following Message: In t he Senate, Columkia, S. C, December 16, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the Home of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it concurs in FRIDAY, D ECEMBER 17, 1886. 287 all t he amendments of the House of Representatives to Satiate Bill No. 18, to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Blackville and Allston Railroad Company," approved December 24th, 18S-3, and that the title thereof has been changed to that of an Act and ordered to be enrolled. Vcrv r espectfully, &c , W.. L MAULDIN, President o f the Senate. The S enate sent to this House the following Bill : A B ill to amend Section 2485 of the General Statutes of the State, in relation to burning or cutling untenanted houses. Which W iis read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. F ICKEN, from the Committee on Ways and Means, made a favorable Report on A B ill to regulate the time for collecting by execution or distress. Which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. F ICKEN, from same Committee, asked that the Committee be discharged from the further consideration of A B ill for the relief of sureties upon official bonds of certain officers and that the same be referred to the Committee on the Judiciary; which was so ordered. LEAVEF O ABSENCE. „ M r. RAYSOR asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague, Mr. Dukes, from Saturday J 2 o'clock M. to Monday 12 o'clock M. On m otion of Mr. JORDAN, the House was adjourned at 11 o'clock P. M., to meet to-morrow at 10 o'clock A. M.

FRIDAY, D ECEMBER 1.7, 1886.

At t he hour to which the House was adjourned the SPEAKER took the chair, and, a quorum being present, the Journal of yesterday's pro ceedings was read and confirmed. The S PEAKER called, in alphabetical order of Counties, for Peti tions, Memorials, Presentments of Grand Juries, Returns of Commis sioners, and such like papers, and for Resolutions, Bills or motions. Ou m otion of Mr. PRINGLE, the call by Counties was dispensed with for this day. 288 F RIDAY, DECEMBER 17, 1886. The S PEAKER called for REPORTS O F STANDING COMMITTEES.

Mr. F ICKEN, from the Committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred a Petition of the citizens of Greenville, asking the passage of a Bill to allow the property owners of said city to vote upon the question of the city issuing bonds to aid in building school houses for public schools in said city, with draft of Bill, made au unfavorable Re port, which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. P ARKER, from the Committee on the Judiciary, to whom was referred a Bill to require the Governor to appoint one and the same per son to the office of County Treasurer and County Auditor for Greenville County, and to provide salary for the same. Mr. D OUGLASS, from same Committee, to whom was referred a Joint Resolution (Senate) authorizing and directing the Commissioners of the Sinking Fund to return and deliver to James M. Lowry certain papers, made a Report without recommendation, which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. A NSEL, from same Committee, to whom was referred a Bill to lepeal an Act entitled "An Act to prohibit the sale of intoxicating liquors within the corporate limits of the Town of Mayesville, in the County of Sumter," approved December 21, 1882, made an unfavorable Report, which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. P ARKER, from the Committee on the Judiciary, made an un favorable Report on A B ill to change the name of Rosa Russell to that of Rosa Russell Rouse, and to enable her to inherit from James D. Rouse. Which w as considered immediately and the Bill was withdrawn from the files of the House by Mr. HUDGENS. .Mr. L P. MILLER, from the Committee on Engrossed Bills, reported the following Bill as properly engrossed : A B ill to regulate the traffic in seed cotton. Mr. D OUGLASS, from the Committee on Enrolled Acts, reported the following Acts as correctly enrolled and ready for ratification : An A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Or angeburg and Lewiedale Railroad Company," approved December 26, 1885. An A ct amending the charter of the Eutawville Railroad Company. An Act to amend Section 481 of General Statutes, relating to salary of Lieutenant Governor. FRIDAY, D ECEMBER 17, 1886. 289 LEAVEF O ABSENCE. Mr. B LACK asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague Mr. Guess, from Saturday, 10 A. M., until Monday. Mr. K EITT asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague, Mr. Chalmers, from Saturday at 12 M. until Monday next at 7:30 P. M. Mr.. A F. O'BRIEN asked and obtained leave of absence for his col league, Mr. J. S. Wimberly, from Friday, 3 P. M., until Monday next at 12 M. OXMr. F asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague, Mr. J. W. Hill, for Saturday and Monday next. Mr. C APPELMANN asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague, Mr. Barkley, for to-day. Mr. B RICE asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague, Mr. Rutland, from Saturday, 10 A. M., until 10 o'clock Tuesday.

THIRD R EADING. The f ollowing Bills were read the third time, passed, and ordered to be sent to the Senate : A B ill to make appropriations to meet the ordinary expenses of the State Government for the fiscal year commencing November 1, 1886. A B ill to make appropriations for the payment of the per diem, mile age and stationery certificates of the members of the General Assembly, the salaries of the subordinate officers and employees thereof, and for other purposes herein named. A B ill to regulate the traffic in seed cotton, and to be engrossed. SPECIAL O RDERS. Immediatkly After Third Reading op Bills. A B ill to amend Section 1042, Chapter XX, of the General Statutes, entitled " Of the University of South Carolina." The S pecial Order, on motion of Mr. ARCHER, was discharged, and the same was made the Special Order for Monday next immediately after the third reading of Bills and from day to day until disposed of. On m otion of Mr. ARCHER, and by unanimous consent of the House, a Bill from the Senate to repeal Section 1040, and to amend Sec- tiou 1042, Chapter XX, of the General Statutes, entitled, "Of the Uni versity of South Carolina," was taken up out of its order and made the Special Order for Monday next in connection with the House Bill on the same subject. J22 — H 290 F RIDAY, DECEMBER 17, 1886. SPECIAL O RDER. A B ill to establish the South Carolina Farm and Station was taken up for a second reading. Mr. L AWTON moved to amend Section 1 by striking out the words " an experimental farm and station " and insert in lieu thereof the words " two experimental farms and stations." .Mr. J FROST WALKER moved to lay the motion on the table. The q uestion being put: " Will the House agree thereto?" it was de cided in the negative. Yeas,3 4 ; nays, 62. Those w ho voted in the affirmative are : Messrs. A bney, Aldrich, Archer, Barmore, Beard, Bigham, Boozer, Brice, Burke, Cappelmann, Chalmers, Cobb, Connors, Daniels, Dautzler, Davenport, Douglass, Earle," Evans, Hough, Hudgens, Hyde, Irby, Johnston, Keitt, Mars, Mason, McClintock, Mims, Ott, Peurifoy, Pope, Ready, Robinson, Rutland, Stanland, Stewart, Tindal, J. Frost Walker, W. M. Walker, Wharton and W. B. Wilson, Jr.— 43. Those w ho voted in the negative are : Hon. J ames Simons, Speaker, and Messrs. Austell, Baxter, Black- well, Black, Boyle, Brawley, Brooker, Browning, Buck, Byrd, Cain, Causey, Chandler, Cleveland, Dean, Drake, DuBose, Dukes, Easley, Ficken, Fox, Graham, Guess, John D. Hamilton, Harper, Haskell, Hickman, Hutson, Jones, Jordan, Kershaw, King, Lawton, League, Lee, Lesesne, Maher, Mears, McDauiel, McHugh, McKissick, Lovick P. Miller, Moi rall, Moses, Nelson, Norton, Padgett, Plowden, Pringle, Ray- sor, Sally, Sarratl, Seegers, Schaffer, Simpson, John P. Thomas of Rich- laud, J. P. Thomas of Union, Toale, H. Frank Wilson, Wimberly and Wylie— 62. So t he House refused to agree to the motion. Mr. A NSEL asked to be excused from voting on the pending ques tion, as he was paired with Mr. Gary, but would have voted no. After some time spent in the discussion, .Mr. A F. O'BRIEN called the previous question on the pending question, which was sustained. The q uestion being put: " Will the House agree thereto?" it was de cided in the affirmative. Yeas,3 5 ; nays, 51. Those w ho voted in the affirmative are: Messrs. A bney, Aldrich, Austell, Baxter, Blackwell, Black, Boyle, Brooker, Cappelmann, Chandler, Cleveland, Cobb, Connors, Dean, Douglass, Easley, Fox, Graham, Guess, Harper, Haskell, Hickman, Hill, Hutson, Jordan, Kershaw, King, Lawton, League, Lee, Lesesne, Maher, FRIDAY, D ECEMBER 17, 1886. 291 Mears, M cHugh, Lovick P. Miller, Morrall, Moses, Padgett, Peurifoy, Plowden, Rankin, Robinson, Sally, Seegers, Sohaffur, Simpson, Johu P. Thomas of Richland, Toale, Turner, H. Frank Wilson, W. B. Wilson, Jr., Wimberly and Young. — 53. Those w ho voted in the negative are: Messrs. A rcher, Barmore, Beard, Bigham, Boozer, Brawley, Briee, Brown, Browning, Burke, Byrd, Cain, Chalmers, Daniels, Dantzler, Davenport, Drake, DuBose, Dukes, Earle, Evans, Ficken, Juo. D. Ham ilton, Hough, Hudgens, Hyde, Irby, Johnston, Jones, Keitt, Mars, Mason, McClintock, MeDaniel, McKissick, Mims. Norton, A. F. O'Brien, Ott, Pope, Raysor, Ready, Rutland, Sarratt, Stanland, Stewart, J. P. Thomas of Union, Tindal, J. Frost Walker, W. M. Walker and Wylie. — 51. So t he amendment was agreed to. Mr. A NSEL asked to be excused from voting as he was paired with Mr. Gary. Mr. W HARTON asked to be excused from voting, as he was paired with Mr. Causey. ' M r. GUESS moved to amend, by striking out " teu in the sixth Sec tion, and inserting in lieu thereof the word "fifteen." Mr. D ANTZLER moved to lay the motion on the table. The q uestion being put: " Will the House agree thereto?" it passed in the affirmative. Yeas,0 6 ; nays, 39. Those w ho voted in the affirmative are: Messrs. A ldrich, Ansel, Archer, Austell, Barmore, Beard, Bigham, Blackwell, Boozer, Brooker, Brown, Chandler, Cleveland, Daniels, Dantzler, Davenport, Dean, Drake, DuBose, Dukes, Easley, Evans, Fox, Graham, Harper, Hickman. Hill, Hough, Hudgens, Irby, Johnston, Jordan, Keitt, King, Lawton, League, Mars, Mason, McClintock, MeKis sick, B. F. Miller, Mims, Norton, Ott, Peurifoy, Pope, Rankin, Ready, Robinson, Simpson, Stewart, John P. Thomas of Richland, J. P. Thomas of Union, Turner, W. M. Walker, Wharton, W. B. Wilson, Jr., Wim berly, Wylie and Young. — 60. Those w ho voted in the negative are: Hon. J ames Simons, Speaker, and Messrs. Baxter, Boyle, Brawley, Brice, Browning, Burke, Byrd, Cain, Cappelmann, Causey, Cobb, Doug lass, Earle, Ficken, Gary, Guess, John D. Hamilton, Haskell, Hutson, Hyde, Kershaw, Lee, Lesesne, MeDaniel, L. P. Miller, Morrall, Moses, A. F. O'Biien, Plowden, Raysor, Rutland, Sally, Sarratt, Schaffer, Tin- dal, Toale, J. Frost Walker and H. Frank Wilson.— 39. So t he amendment was ordered to be laid on the table. 292 F RIDAY, DECEMBER 17, 1886. The B ill was read the second time and ordered to a third reading to morrow. SPECIAL O RDER. A J oint Resolution to provide for the calling of a Constitutional Con vention to revise, amend and change the Constitution of the State of South Carolina, as ratified by the people the 16th day of April, 1868, was taken up for consideration. Mr. D OUGLASS moved to strike out the resolving words of the Joint Resolution. The q uestion being put : " Will the House agree thereto ? " it was decided in the negative. Yeas, 43 ; nays, 64. Those w ho voted in the affirmative are : Hon. J ames Simons, Speaker, and Messrs. Ansel, Archer, Austell, Baxter, Bigham, Black, Brawley, Brown, Buck, Burke, Cain, Cappel- mann, Chandler, Cleveland, Cobb, Dantzler, Dean, Drake, Easley, Evans, Ficken, Graham, Hickman, Hyde, Jones, Jordan, Lee, Lesesue, Maher, Mears, McHugh, Lovick P. Miller, Mims, Moses, Norton, Padgett, Pope, Raysor, Sehaffer, Simpson, Tindal and Toale. — 43. Those w ho voted in the negative are : Messrs. A bney, Aldrich, Barmore, Beard, Blackwell, Boozer, Boyle, Brice, Brooker, Browning, Byrd, Causey, Chalmers, Connors, Daniels, Davenport, Douglass, DuBose, Dukes, Earle, Pox, Gary, John D. Hamilton, Harper, Haskell, Hill, Hough, Hudgens, Hutson, Irby, Johnston, Keitt, Kershaw, King, Lawton, League, Mars, Mason, McCiintock, McDaniel, McKissick, B. F. Miller, A. F. O'Brien, Ott, Peurifoy, Plowden, Rankin, Ready, Robinson, Sally, Sarratt, Stanland, Stewart, John P. Thomas of Richland, J. P. Thomas of Union, Turner, J. Frost Walker, W. M. Walker, Wharton, H. Frank Wilson, W. B. Wilson, Jr., Wimberly, Wylie and Young. — 64. So t he House refused to agree to the motion. The J oint Resolution was read the second time and ordered to a third reading to-morrow. On m otion of Mr. POPE, the House receded from business until 7:30 P. M. FRIDAY, D ECEMBER 17, 1886. 293 RECESS. The S PEAKER resumed the chair at 7:30 o'clock P. M. PAPERS F ROM THE SENATE. The S enate sent to this House the following Bills and Joint Resolu tion : A B ill in relation to the forfeited lands in this State. Which was read the first time and referred to the Committee on Ways and Means. A B ill to incorporate the Town of Pendleton and to provide for its government. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Incor porations. A B ill to provide for the formation of certain corporations under gen eral laws. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Also, sent to this House A J oint Resolution to extend the time for the payment of taxes for the fiscal year commencing November 1, 1885. Which w as read the first time and made the Special Order for to-mor row immediately after third reading of Bills. A B ill to provide for the disbursement of taxes levied and collected on certain railroad properties in certain Counties, townships, cities and towns in this State. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Ways and Means. A B ill to amend Section 927 of the General Statutes, in relation to exemption from examinations of certain applicants for license as apothe caries. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Medical Committee. Also, A B ill to renew and amend the charter of the Due West Female College. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Incor porations. Also, A B ill to provide for the payment by the State of the expenses of all prosecutions in criminal cases. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Judiciary Committee. 294 F RIDAY, DECEMBER 17, 1886. Also, A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate Huguenot Mills." Which w as read the first time and ordered to be placed upon the Calendar without reference and without printing. Also, A B ill to charter Walker, Evans & Cogsweli Company. Which was read the first time and ordered to be placed upon the Calendar without reference and without printing. Also, A B ill to authorize and require the School Commissioners of Colleton County to pay W. W. Toomer, L. B. Ackerman and A. J. Hutson cer tain sums herein named for services rendered as teachers in the public schools of said County. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Edu cation. Also, A B ill to ratify and confirm the Act of consolidation of " The Charleston, Cincinnati and Chicago .Railroad Company " to and with the Rutherford Railway Construction Company, and the Rutherl'ordton, Marion and Tennessee Railway Company, under the name of the Charleston, Cincinnati and Chicago Railroad Company. Which w as read the first time aud referred to the Committee on Rail roads. Also, A B ill relating to the collection of delinquent taxes. Which was read the first time and referred to the Committee on Ways and Means. Also, A B ill to limit the number of Trial Justices in Union County, fix their tribunal jurisdiction and provide for their compensation. Which w as read the first time and placed upon the Calendar without reference and without printing. Also, A B ill to authorize the County Board of Equalization of Berkeley County to amend the assessment of valuation made by said Board at its last annual session. Which w as read the first time and referred to'the Committee on Ways and Means. Also, A B ill to punish cock-fighting within three miles of any chartered institution of learning in this State. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Judiciary Com mittee. FRIDAY, D ECEMBER 17, 1886. 295 Also, A B ill to reduce the number of Trial Justices in Kershaw County and make the office a salaried one. Which w as read the first time and placed upon the Calendar without reference and without printing. Also, A B ill to incorporate the Bethel Camp Meeting of the Methodist Episcopal Church, South, in Greenville County. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on In corporations. Also, A B ill to charter the Anderson and Walhalla Western Extension Rai way Company. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Rail roads. A B ill to limit the time for funding into Consols the bonds and stocks of this State issued prior to 1873 and the interest due thereon, and for exchanging into Brown Consols the Green Consol bonds and stock of the State and for other purposes. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Ways and Means. A B ill to amend the General Statutes of this State by inserting a new Section, to be known as Section 2084a, relating to contracts. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. A B ill to amend Section 2482 of the General Statutes of South Caro lina, relating to housebreaking. Which was read the first time. The f ollowing Messages were received from the Senate: In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 17, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it has rejected House Bill No. 42 to change the name of Texia Kelly to that of Texia Stroud, and to enable her to inherit from Newton J. Stroud. Very resnectf'ully, &c, W.. L MAULDIN, President of the Senate. In t he Senate, . Columbia, S. C., December 11, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The Senate respectfully informs your honorable body that it has 296 F RIDAY, DECEMBER 17, 1886. rejected H ouse Bill to amend Sections 2234, 2235 and 2248 of the General Statutes of South Carolina, relating to the constitution, pay and duties of Jury Commissioners Very r espectfully, W.. L MAULDIN, President o f the Senate.

Also, s ent to this House : A B ill lo incorporate the Oconee Mutual Insurance Company. Which was read the first time and referred to the Judiciary Commit tee. Also, t he following Messages were received from the Senate :

In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 17, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it has rejected House Bill to provide for the more speedy and efficacious pay ment of the per diem and mileage of jurors and witnesses. AJso, House B ill to regulate and fix the salary and compensation of County School Commissioners. Very r espectfully, &c, W.. L MAULDIN, President of the Senate.

The S enate returned to this House, with amendments, A Bill to charter the News and Courier Job Printing Company. The amendments were agreed to, the title chauged to "An Act," and ordered to be enrolled. A M essage was ordered to be sent to the Senate accordingly. The Senate sent to this House the following Message:

In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 17, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it has re jected House Bill No. 107, to abolish the office of Master in Marion and Laurens Counties. Very r espectfully, &c, .W. L MAULDIN, Presideut of the Senate. FRIDAY, D ECEMBER 17, 1886. 297 Mr. P ARKER, from the Committee ou the Judiciary, made a favora ble Report on A B ill (Senate) to provide for the formation of certain corporations under general laws. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. A LDRICH, from the Committee ou Incorporations, asked that the Committee be discharged from further consideration of Petition of sundry persons (with draft of Bill) to incorporate the Edisto Construc tion Company, with draft of Bill, and that the same be referred to the Committee on Railroads ; which was so ordered. Also, m ade a favorable Report, with a substitute, on A B ill (Senate) to incorporate the Bank of Darlington. Which w as read the first time and ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. F ICKEN, from the Committee on Ways and Means, made a favorable Report on A B ill (Senate) to authorize and empower the County Commissioners of Laurens County to borrow money for certain purposes. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. M cKISSICK, from the Committee on State House and Grounds, made a favorable Report on A B ill to provide for the completion of the main building of the State House. Which w as read the first time and made the Special Order for to-mor- rv!W immediately after third reading of Bills. Mr. NORTON made an unfavorable Report on A Bill to regulate liens and mortgages upon crops in this State. On motion, the Report was agreed to and the Bill rejected. Mr. McHUGH made a favorable Report on A B ill (Senate) to provide for the repair of the Arsenal in Beaufort, S. C. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. K EITT, from the Committee on Agriculture, made an unfavor able Report and reported A B ill to regulate weighing of cotton. Which w as read the first time and ordered for consideration to-mor row. Mr. W HARTON, from the Committee on Agriculture, made a favorable Report on A B ill to authorize the refunding of the taxes paid by farmers on cotton listed for taxation in 1886 from the crop of 1885. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. On m otion of Mr. BRAWLEY, the vote by which a Bill (Senate) to regulate the trial of causes and conduct of business in the Circuit Courts .T23— H 298 F KIDAY, DECEMBER 17, 1886. of t his State was rejected was reconsidered, and the Bill was placed upon the Calendar and a Message was ordered to be sent to the Senate accordingly.

UNFINISHED B USINESS. Concurrent R esolution to adjourn sine die on Friday, the 24th. Which was agreed to and ordered to be sent to the Senate for concur rence. Mr. D OUGLASS moved to reconsider the vote by which a Joint Resolution to provide for the calling of a Constitutional Convention to revise, amend and change the Constitution of the State of South Carolina, as ratified by the people the 16th day of April, 1868. Mr. H ASKELL moved to lay the amendment on the table. The q uestion being put: "Will the House agree thereto?" it was de cided in the negative. Yeas,3 5 ; nays, 56. Those w ho voted in the affirmative are : Messrs. A buey, Aldrich, Barmore, Beard, Blackwell, Boyle, Brice, Brooker, Browning, Byrd, Causey, Chalmers, Clevelaud, Connors, Daniels, Davenport, DuBose, Dukes, Earle, Fox, Gary, Jno. D. Hamil ton, Haskell, Hough, Hudgens, Irby, Johnston, Keitt, Kershaw, King, League, Mars, Mason, McClintock, McDaniel, McKissick, B. F. Miller, Ott, Peurifoy, Rankin, Ready, Sally, Sarratt, Stanlaud, Stewart, J. P. Thomas of Union, Turner, J. Frost Walker, W. M. Walker, H. Frank Wilson, W. B. Wilson, Jr., Wylie and Young.— 53. Those w ho voted in the negative are: Hon. J ames Simons, Sppaker, and Messrs. Ansel, Archer, Austell, Baxter, Bigham, Black, Brawley, Brown, Burke, Cain, Cappelmaun, Chandler, Cobb, Dantzler, Dean, Douglass, Drake, Easley, Evans, Ficken, Graham, Guess, S. P. Hamilton, Harper, Hickman, Hill, Hyde, Jones, Lawton, Lee, Lesesne, Maher, Mears, McHugh, Thomas E. Miller Mims, Morrall, Nelson, Norton, A. F. O'Brien, Padgett, Parker, Plow- den, Pope, Pringle, Raysor. Rue, Rutland, Sehaffer, Simpsou, John P Thomas of Richland, Toale, Washington, Wharton and Wimherly. — 56. So t he House refused to agree to the motion. On m otion of Mr. DOUGLASS, the Joint Resolution was indefinitely postponed. SPECIAL O RDER. The House proceeded to the consideration of A B ill to raise supplies and make appropriations for the fiscal year commencing November 1, 1886. FRIDAY, D ECEMBER 17, 1886. 299 The B ill was read the second time and ordered for a third reading to morrow. The a cting Chairman gave notice that he would offer amendments to the Bill on the third reading. The H ouse proceeded to the consideration of •

GENERAL O RDERS.

The f ollowing Bills were severally read the second time and ordered to third readings : A B ill to empower and require the County Board of Examiners of Georgetown County to close the public schools of said County for the scholastic year 1886-87, and to authorize the appropriation of the school funds of that year to the expenses of the scholastic year 1887-88. A B ill to amend Section 356 of the Code of Procedure, in relation to appeals to the Supreme Court. A B ill to amend an Act prescribing the mode of divesting the right of dower of insane married women, approved December 23d, 1885. A B ill authorizing a Circuit Judge to direct refreshment to be fur nished to a jury. A B ill to authorize the State Board of Health to sell the present site of the quarantine station at Port Royal and to purchase another. The following were indefinitely postponed : A B ill to require the Governor to appoint one and the same person Supervisor of Registration and Jury Commissioner in each County, and to provide a i-alary for the same. Concurrent R esolution relating to the election of a Judge for the Third Circuit and a Superintendent of the Penitentiary. A B ill (Senate) relating to the compensation and duties of certain of the County officers in and for the County and City of Charleston. A B ill (Senate) to incorporate the Commercial Savings Bank. A B ill (Senate) amending the charter of the Eutawville Railroad Com pany. A B ill to amend Section 1 of an Act entitled "An Act to prohibit the sale of spirituous or intoxicating liquors within the corporate limits of the Town of Laucaster, in Lancaster County," approved February 9, 1882, was read the second time aud the enacting words ordered to be stricken out. On m otion of Mr. SALLY, the House was adjourned at 11 o'clock P. M.,to meet to-morrow at 10 o'clock A. M. 300 S ATURDAY, DECEMBER 18, 1886.

SATURDAY, D ECEMBER 18, 1886.

At t he hour to which the House was adjourned the SPEAKER took the chair, and, a quorum being present, the Journal of yesterday's pro ceedings was read and confirmed. The S PEAKER called, in alphabetical order of Counties, for Peti tions, Memorials, Presentments of Grand Juries, Returns of Commis sioners, and such like papers, and for Resolutions, Bills or motions. On m otion of Mr. PLOWDEN, the call by Counties was dispensed with for this day. Mr. C AUSEY moved to reconsider the vote of last night whereby the enacting words were stricken from a Bill entitled " A Bill to amend Section 1 of an Act entitled 'An Act to prohibit the sale of spirituous or intoxicating liquors within the corporate limits of the Town of Lancas ter, in Lancaster County,' " approved February 9th, 1882. Which w as agreed to. The B ill was read the second time and ordered for a third reading on Monday next. Mr. D OUGLASS, from the Committee on Enrolled Acts, reported the following Acts as properly enrolled and ready for ratification : An A ct to amend the charter of the Charleston Base Ball Club. An A ct to provide for the issue of a deficiency bond or stock to Octa- vins A. White, in satisfaction of the guaranty of the State on a certain bond of the Spartanburg and Union Railroad Company held by him. An A ct to amend the charter of the " Holy Communion Church In stitute of Charleston." An A ct to recharter Holley's Ferry across Big Saluda, in Edgefield County. An A ct to incorporate the Commercial Savings Bank. The SPEAKER called for FREPORTS O STANDING COMMITTEES. Mr. F ICKEN, from the Committee on Ways and Means, asked that the Committee be discharged from the further consideration of Petition ( with draft of Bill) of Asbury Coward for the relief of King's Mountain Military School, and that the Petition be referred to the Ju diciary Committee. Which w as so ordered. SATURDAY, D ECEMBEK 18, 1886. 301 Mr. P ARKER, from the Judiciary Committee, made a Report, with out recommendation, on A B ill to reduce the value of homestead exemption. Which was ordered for consideration on Monday next. Also, made a favorable Report on A B ill (Senate) to amend Section 2485 of the General Statutes of the State, in relation to burning or cutting of untenanted houses. Which was ordered for consideration on Monday next. Also, made a favorable Report on A B ill (Senate) for the relief of sureties upon official bonds of certain officers. Which w as ordered for consideration on Monday next. Mr. S ALLY, from the Committee on Roads, Bridges and Ferries, made a favorable Report on A B ill to amend Section 1090, Title X, Chapter XXII, of the General Statutes of South Carolina. Which w as ordered for consideration on Monday next. Mr. M AHER, from the Committee on Railroads, made a favorable Report on A B ill (Senate) to ratify and confirm the consolidation of the Charleston, Cincinnati and Chicago Railroad Company to and with the Rutherfordton Railway Construction Company and the Rutherfordton, • Marion and Tennessee Railway Company, under the name of the Charleston, Cincinnati and Chicago Railroad Company. Which w as ordered for consideration on Monday next. Also, m ade a favorable Report on A B ill (Senate) to charter the Anderson and Walhaila Western Ex tension Railway Company. Which w as ordered for consideration on Monday next. Mr. B LACKWELL, from the Committee on the Peniteutiary, made a favorable Report on A B ill (Senate) to enable the Superintendent and Directors of the South Carolina Penitentiary to take contracts for work in this State. Which w as ordered for consideration on Monday next. Mr. P ARKER, from the Committee on the Judiciary, made an un favorable Report on A B ill to authorize certain Counties of this State, after a vote of their respective peoples, to issue short bonds, the proceeds of which to be used to buy grain incase of dire distress or threatened famine, and to provide for the payment of the principal and interest of the same. Which w as considered immediately, the Report agreed to, and the Bill rejected. 302 S ATURDAY, DECEMBER 18, 1886. Mr. S IMPSON, from the Committee on the Judiciary, made an un favorable Report on A B ill to amend the criminal law, so as to give the Court of General Ssssions concurrent jurisdiction in cases of assault and assault battery. Which w as considered immediately, the Report agreed to, and the Bill rejected. Mr. H UTSON, from the Committee on Education, made a favorable Report on A J oint Resolution (Senate) to authorize and require the School Com missioners of Colleton County to pay W. W. Toomer, L. B. Ackerman and A. J. Hutson certain sums herein named for services rendered as teachers in the public schools of said County. Which w as ordered for consideration on Monday next. Mr. B LACK, from the Medical Committee, made a favorable Report on A B ill to amend Section 927 of the General Statutes, in relation to exemption from examinations of certain applicants for license as apothe caries. Which w as ordered for consideration on Monday next.

THIRD R EADING.

The f ollowing Bills were respectively read the third time, passed, and ordered to be sent to the Senate: A B ill to establish the South Carolina Agricultural Farms and Sta tions. A B ill to raise supplies and make appropriations for the fiscal year commencing November 1st, 1886. A B ill to empower and require the County Board of Examiners of Georgetown County to close the public schools of said County for the scholastic year 1886-87, and to authorize the appropriation of the school funds of that year to the expenses of the scholastic year 1887-88. A B ill to amend Section 356 of the Code of Procedure, in relatiou to appeals to the Supreme Court. A B ill to amend an Act prescribing the mode of divesting the right of dower of insane married women, approved December 23d, 1885. A B ill authorizing a Circuit Judge to direct refreshments to be fur nished to a jury. SPECIAL O RDER. A J oint Resolution (from the Senate) to extend the time for the pay ment of taxes for the fiscal year commencing November 1, 1886, was read the second time and ordered for a third reading on Monday next. SATURDAY, D ECEMBER 18, 188G. 303 SPECIAL O RDER. Immediately A fter Third Reading of Bills. A B ill to provide for the completion of the main building of the State House was read the second time and ordered for a third reading on Monday next. SPECIAL O RDER. A B ill to amend Sections 253 and 254 of the General Statutes, relating to Township and County Boards of Equalization, was read the second time. Mr. H YDE moved to amend by inserting after the last word in the Bill the following:

254a. T he members of the County Boards of Equalization shall each receive a compensation of three dollars per diem for each day actually employed in the discharge of the duties herein prescribed, and five cents per mile for each mile actually traveled: Provided, however. That they shall not be entitled to compensation for more than four days' service in any one year. 2546. T hat as a matter of convenience in keeping the records, it is hereby enacted that all persons whose duty it is to return real property shall annually list the same at the time of listing personal property : Provided, however, That after each general assessment the said real estat'e shall be returned at the valuation then fixed, and it shall be the duty of the Auditor to correct any return wherein the valuation is not so given. .Mr. W B. WILSON, Jr., moved to amend the amendment by adding the following : "Provided, further, That all property, both real and per sonal, shall be listed and assessed at the next regular assessment in 1887." Mr. P OPE moved to lay the amendment to the amendment on the table. The q uestion being put : " Will the House agree thereto ?" it passed in the affirmative. Yeas, 77 ; nays, 19. Those w ho voted in the affirmative are: Hon. J ames Simons, Speaker, aud Messrs. Aldrich, Ansel, Archer, Austell, Barmore, Baxter. Beard, Blackwell, Black, Boyle, Brawley, Browning, Buck, Burke, Cain, Cappelmann, Causey, Chandler, Cleveland, Cobb, Connors, Dantzler, Davenport, Dean, Dukes, Drake, Earle, Easley, Ficken, Fox, Graham, S. P. Hamilton, Harper, Hickman, Hough, Hudg. ens, Hyde, Jones, Keitt, Kershaw, Lawton, League, Lee, Lesesne, Maher, 304 S ATURDAY, DECEMBER 18, 1886. Mars, M ears, McClintock, McDaniel, B. F. Miller, Mims, Morrall, Nor ton, A. F. O'Brien, Ott, Padgett, Parker, Peurifoy, Plowden, Pope, Pringle, Rankin, Raysor, Ready, Robinson, Rue, Sally, Schaffer, Simp son, Stanland, John P. Thomas of Richland, Toale, Turner, Wharton, H. Frank Wilson and Wylie.— 77. Those who voted in the negative are: Messrs. B oozer, Brice, Brooker, Daniels, Douglass, DuBose, John D. Irby, Johnston, King, Mason, Lovick P. Miller, Sarratt, Stewart, J. P. Thomas of Union, J. Frost Walker, W. M. Walker, W. B. Wilson, Jr., and Young. — 19. So t he motion was agreed to and the amendment to the amendment ordered to be laid on the table. The B ill was read the second time and ordered to a third reading on Monday next and to be engrossed. The H ouse proceeded to the consideration of GENERAL O RDERS. The f ollowing Bills were read the second time and ordered to a third reading : A B ill (Senate) to amend an Act entitled " An Act to incorporate the Huguenot Mills." A B ill (Senate) to confer certain rights upon the Port Royal and Western Carolina Railway Company, to wit, to mortgage its corporate property and franchises, to extend its railway and to lease connecting railways. A B ill to change the name of Hume Leon Burdine and enable him to inherit from Martin H. Burdine in case of intestacy. A B ill to create a school district of that portion of Barnwell County lying within the corporate limits of the Town of Allendale. A B ill (Senate) to exempt certain portions of Chesterfield County from the operations of Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes, relating to the Stock Law. The f ollowing Bills were laid on the table : A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Hngue- not Mills." A B ill entitled "An Act to confer certain rights upon the Port Royal and Western Carolina Railway Company," to wit, to mortgage its corporate property and franchises, to extend its railway, and to lease connecting railways. A B ill to exempt certain portions of Chesterfield County from the operation of Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes, relating to the Stock Law. SATURDAY, D ECEMBER 18, 1886. 305 The f ollowing Bill was continued until next session : A B ill (Report favorable) to regulate the compensation of certain County officers in Pickens County. A B ill to restrict the duties of County Commissioners of Sumter County as to paupers was taken up for a second reading and debate adjourned until Monday next. A B ill (Senate) to provide for the formation of certain corporations under general laws was made the Special Order for Monday next imme diately after third reading of Bills. The f ollowing Bill was recommitted to the Judiciary Committee: A B ill (favorable) to amend Section 1776 of the General Statutes, re lating to the recording of deeds and instruments in writing. The f ollowing Bill was indefinitely postponed: A B ill (favorable) to amend Section 1687 of the General Statutes, re lating to the hunting of deer.

PAPERS F ROM THE SENATE. The S enate sent to this House the following Message : In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 18, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it grants the request of the House of Representatives to withdraw Message in forming the Senate that it had rejected a Bill from the Senate to regu late the trial of causes and conduct of business in the Circuit Courts of this State. Very r espectfully, &c, W.. L MAULDIN, President o f the Senate.

Also r eturned to this House, with amendment, A B ill to limit the number of Trial Justices in York County, fix their territorial jurisdiction , and to provide for two Trial Justices in the City of Spartanburg. The a mendments were agreed to, the title of the Bill changed to an Act, and ordered to be enrolled, and a Message was ordered to be sent to the Senate accordingly. Also, r eturned to this House A B ill to exempt certain portions of Georgetown County from the operations of Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes, relating to the General Stock Law and fencing stock. The a mendments were agreed to, the title changed to an Act and 24 — HJ 306 S ATURDAY, DECEMBER 18, 1886. ordered t o be enrolled, and a Message was ordered to be sent to the Senate accordingly. Also, ' A J oint Resolution to authorize and empower the County Commis sioners of Greenville and Colleton to borrow money for certain purposes. The H ouse refused to agree to certain amendments thereon, and a Mes sage was ordered to be sent to the Senate accordingly. Also, A B ill to prohibit the County Commissioners of Lancaster and York Counties from granting aid to outside poor except as herein provided. The H ouse refused to agree to certain amendments, and a Message was ordered to be sent to the Senate accordingly. The S enate sent to this House A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the South Carolina Land and Improvement Company." • Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on In corporations. A B ill to fix the per diem and mileage for County Board of Exam iners, other than County School Commissioners. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Education. A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Eastern South Carolina Railroad Company," approved December 26, 1885. Which w as read the first time and placed on the Calendar without printing and without reference. A B ill relating to persons entering or concealing themselves in any house with intent to steal or commit any other crime. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Judiciary Com mittee. A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to amend an Act to charter the Greenville and Port Royal Railroad Company," approved December 24, 1885, by adding an additional Section, to be known as Section 9. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Rail roads. A B ill to amend Sections 2350, 2351, 2354 and 2356, and to repeal Section 2353, of Chapter XXV, Part III, of General Statutes, relating to liens on buildings and lands. Which w as read the first time and ordered to be placed on the Calen dar without reference and without printing. A B ill to renew the charter of Wright's Ferry over Catawba River. Which w as read the first time and placed on the Calendar without reference and without printing. SATURDAY, D ECEMBER 18, 1886. 307 A B ill to amend the charter of the Scranton and Timmonsville Tram way Company. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Railroads. A B ill to amend Section 1443 of General Statutes, in relation to charges made by railroads for the transportation of property. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Railroads. A J oint Resolution to authorize the County Commissioners of Marl boro County to pay W. E. Thomas for extra recording and indexing in the office of Judge of Probate. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on County Offices and Officers. A B ill to extend and amend the charter of the Anderson Building and Loan Association. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on In corporations. A B ill to incorporate the Woman's Christian Temperance Union of South Carolina. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on In corporations. A Bill to reduce taxed costs in certain suits. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. A B ill to incorporate the Edisto Construction Company. Which was read the first time and referred to the Committee on In corporations. Mr. H YDE moved to adjourn; upon which the yeas and nays were demanded. Yeas,9 3 ; nays, 56. Those w ho voted in the affirmative are: Messrs. B armore, Blackwell, Black, Boozer, Brawley, Buck, Burke, Byrd, Cain, Daniels, Davenport, DuBose, Earle, Easley, Gary, Haskell, Hickman, Hough, Hyde, Irby, Johnston, Jones, Kershaw, King, League, McClintock, T. E. Miller, Minis, Morrall, Ott, Parker, Plowden, Rue, Sarratt, Schaffer, Stanland, Washington, Wharton and H. Frank Wil son. — 39. Those w ho voted in the negative are : Messrs. A ldrich, Ansel, Archer, Austell, Barkley, Baxter, Beard, Boyle, Brown, Browning, Cappelmann, Causey, Chandler, Cleveland, Cobb, Connors, Dean, Drake, Ficken, Fox, Graham, J. D. Hamilton, S. P. Hamilton, Harper, Hudgens, Hutson, Keitt, Lawton, Lee, Lesesne, Maher, Mars, Mason, Mears, McDaniel, McKissick, Miles, B. F. Miller, 308 S ATURDAY, DECEMBEK 18, 1886. Norton, O 'Brien, Padgett, Peurifoy, Pope, Pringle, Rankin, Raysor, Ready, Robinson, Simpson, Stewart, J. P. Thomas of Union, Toale, Tur ner, W. M. Walker, W. B. Wilson, Jr., Wylie and Young. — 56. So the House refused to adjourned. FLEAVE O ABSENCE. Mr. M AHER asked and obtained indefinite leave of absence for his colleague, .Mr. Maher, on account of sickness in his family. On m otion of Mr. BARKLEY, the House receded from business at 3 o'clock P. M. until 7:30 P. M.

RECESS.

The S PEAKER resumed the chair at 7:30 P. M. The H ouse proceeded to the consideration of the General Orders. The f ollowing Bill was laid on the table: A B ill to repeal an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Town of Rumphville, in the County of Colleton," approved December 26, A. D. 1885. The f ollowing Bill was read the second time and ordered to a third reading. (Ordered to be engrossed.) : A B ill to amend and renew the charter of the Town of Laurens. The f ollowing Bills were read the second time and ordered to a third reading : A B ill (Senate) to repeal an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Town of Rumphville, in the County of Colleton," approved December 26, A. D. 1885. A B ill to amend Section 68 of the General Statutes of South Carolina, relating to phosphate deposits. A B ill (substitute) to provide for the issuing of licenses to sell spiritu ous liquors, ale, malt and wine in Berkeley County. (Ordered to be engrossed.) A B ill (favorable, with amendment,) to amend an Act entitled "An Act to permit persons in the State liable to road duty to pay a commu tation in lieu of working the roads," so far as the same relates to Green ville and Pickens Counties. A B ill (Senate) to reduce the number of Trial Justices in Kershaw County and make the office a salaried one. A J oint Resolution to authorize the County Commissioners of Green ville County to apply the surplus of taxes raised to pay interest on SATURDAY, D ECEMBER 18, 1886. 309 bonds s ubscribed to the Greenville and Laurens Railroad Company to the past indebtedness of said County. A B ill to prescribe and fix the amount of the bond of the Judge of Probate of Williamsburg County. A J oint Resolution to provide for the payment of a certain claim of Joseph R. Lyles (County Treasurer) of Marlboro County. A B ill (Senate) to authorize the Bjard of County Commissioners of Greenville County to issue coupon bonds for the purpose of refunding the indebtedness of said County, falling due in July, 1887, upon bonds issued in aid of the Atlanta and Richmond Air Line Railroad Com pany, or to borrow money to pay off the same. A B ill (Seuate) to authorize the City Board of School Commissioners of the City of Charleston to use certain funds in aid of the repairs made necessary for the public school buildings by reason of the damage by earthquakes. A B ill (Senate) to amend an Act entitled "An Act to repeal an ordinance 'to prevent the erection of wooden buildings and to provide greater security against fires, and also certain portions of the Acts of the General Assembly referring to the erection of wooden buildings in the City of Charleston." A B ill to provide for the trial of criminal cases in the Supreme Court. A B ill to incorporate the Congaree Construction Company. A B ill to amend Section 6 of an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Town of Barnwell," approved March 1, 1878. A B ill to incorporate the Aiken Water Supply and Gas Company. A B ill (H. B.) to amend Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes, relating to the General Stock Law and fencing stock. A B ill to incorporate the Bank of Aiken, South Carolina. A B ill to create a new school district within the Township of Barn well, in Barnwell County, to be known as " The Barnwell Graded School District," and to authorize the levy and collection of a local tax therein. The f ollowing Bill was laid on the table : A B ill to provide for the issuing of liceuaed to sell spirituous liquors, ale, malt and wine in Berkeley County. A B ill to reduce the number of Trial Justices in Kershaw County and make the office a salaried one. A B ill to authorize the Board of County Commissioners of Green ville (Jouoty to issue coup.ui bonds for the purpose of refunding the indebtedness of said County, falling due in July, 1887, upon bonds issued in aid of the Atlanta and Richmond Air Line Railroad Com pany, or to borrow money to pay off same. A B ill to authorize the City Board of School Commissioners of the 310 S ATURDAY, DECEMBEK 18, 1886. Cityf o Charleston to use certain funds in aid of the repairing made necessary for the public school buildings by reason of the damage by earthquakes. oBill t repeal an Act entitled " An Act to in corporate the Town of Rumphville, in the County of Colleton," approved December, 26, A. D. 1885. The f ollowing Bills, to wit: A B ill to allow persons who shall have resided within this State for ten years since the close of the civil war, and who have lost their legs or arms, or have been permanently disabled in their legs or arms, during military service within the years 1861, 1862, 1863, 1864 and 1865, to obtain the benefits of an Act entitled "An Act to provide artificial limbs for all soldiers of the State who lost their legs or arms, or who have been permanently disabled in their legs or arms, during military service in the years 1861, 1862, 1863, 1864 and 1865, and who have not been supplied under the provisions of former Acts of the Geueral Assembly," ap proved December 17, A. D. 1881, and the Acts amendatory thereto. A B ill (Senate) to provide for the formation of certain corporations under geueral laws. Were m ade Special Orders for Monday next immediately after the third reading Bills. The f ollowing Bills were continued until next session : A Bill to amend Sections 1 and 2 of an Act entitled "An Act to charter the Town of Wellford, in the County of Spartanburg and State of South Carolina," approved February 9, 1882. A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to amend the militia laws of the State," approved December 24, 1883. The f ollowing Bill was indefinitely postponed : A Bill to amend Section 1731 of Chapter LV of the General Stat utes of South Carolina, relative to the sale of spirituous or intoxicating liquors in Beaufort County. Reportn o the following Claim was agreed to and ordered to be sent to the Senate for concurrence: fClaim o Columbia Gas Light Company. A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Actio exempt a certain section of Berkeley County from the operations of Chapter XXVII, Title X, of the General Statutes," relating to the Geueral Stock Law, was read the second time, the title changed so as to read : A Bill to exempt certain Counties herein named from the operations of Chapter XXVII, Title X, of the General Statutes, relating to the General Stock Law, and the same was ordered to be engrossed. On m otion of Mr. L. P. MILLER the vote by which the following MONDAY, D ECEMBER 20, 1886. 311 Bill w as indefinitely postponed was reconsidered and the same read the second time and ordered to a third reading. A B ill to amend Section 1687 of the General Statutes, relating to the hunting of deer. On m otion of Mr. BOOZER, a quorum not being present, the SPEAKER adjourned the House at 11 o'clock P. M., to meet Monday next at 10 A. M.

MONDAY, D ECEMBER 20, 1886.

At t he hour to which the House was adjourned the SPEAKER took Chair, and, a quorum being present, the Journal of Saturday's proceed ings was read and confirmed. The S PEAKER called, in alphabetical order of Counties, for Peti tions, Memorials, Presentments of Grand Juries, Returns of Commis sioners, and such like papers, and for Resolutions, Bills or motions. On m otion of Mr. HUTSON, the call by Counties was dispensed with for this day. Mr. H UTSON offered the following Concurrent Resolution : Resolved b y the House of Representatives, the Senate concurring, That immediately after the election of a Judge of the Eighth Circuit on Wed nesday, the 22d instant, the two Houses, in Joint Assembly, proceed to elect seven Trustees of the South Carolina University, as provided by law. Which w as considered immediately, agreed to, and ordered to be sent to the Senate for concurrence. The SPEAKER called for REPORTSF O STANDING COMMITTEES. Mr. A NSEL, from the Committee on Railroads, made a favorable Report on A B ill (Senate) to amend an Act entitled "An Act to amend an Act to charter the Greenville and Port Royal Railroad Company," approved December 24, A. D. 1885, by adding an additional Section, to be known as Section 9. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. Also, m ade a favorable Report on A B ill (Senate) to amend Section 1442 of the General Statutes, in re lation to charges made by railroads for the transportation of property. Which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. 312 M ONDAY, DECEMBER 20, 1886. Mr. W YLIE, from same Committee, made a favorable Report on A Bill (Senate) to amend the charter of the Scranton and Timmons- ville Railway Company. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. H UTSON, from the Committee on Education, made a favorable Report on A B ill (Senate) to fix the per diem pay of County Boards of Exam iners other than County School Commissioners. Which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. C APPELMANN, from the Committee on Incorporations, made a favorable Report on A B ill (Senate) to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the South Carolina Land and Improvement Company." Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. M cDANIEL, from same Committee, made a favorable Report on A Bill (Senate) to extend and amend the charter of the Anderson Building and Loan Association. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. ALDRICH made a favorable Report on A B ill (Senate) to incorporate the Town of Pendleton and to provide for its government. Which w as ordered for consideration to morrow. Also, made a favorable Report on A B ill (Senate)- to renew and amend the charter of the Due West Female College. Also, m ade a favorable Report on A B ill (Senate) to incorporate the Bethel Camp Meeting of the Methodist Episcopal Church, South, in Greenville County. Which w ere severally ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. C ONNORS, from same Committee, made a favorable Report on A B ill (Senate) to incorporate the Woman's Christian Temperance Uuion of South Carolina. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. R ANKIN, from the Committee on Incorporations, made a favor able Report on A B ill (Senate) to incorporate the Edisto Construction Company. Which w as ordered- for consideration to-morrow. .Mr. W B. WILSON, Jr., from the Committee on Mines and Mining, made an unfavorable Report on A B ill (Senate) to confer certain rights on the Pacific Guano Com pany in certain navigable streams running through lands of said Com pany. MONDAY, D ECEMBER 20, 1886. 313 Also, m ade au unfavorable Report on A P etition (with draft of Bill) of sundry persons for extension, amend ment and renewal of charter of Farmers' Phosphate Company. Which were severally ordered for consideration to-morrow.

LEAVEF O ABSENCE. Mr. S ARRATT asked and obtained leave of absence for Messrs. Chan dler, Graham and Harper from 1 P. M. on the 23d inst. to the close of the session. ) Mr. P EURIFOY asked and obtained leave of absence for his col league, Mr. Ready, for Tuesday and Wednesday next, to attend meeting of railroad Directors at Greenville. *

REPORTSF O STANDING COMMITTEES. Mr. W YLIE, from the Committee on Incorporations, made a favora ble Report on A B ill (Senate) to amend the charter of the Scrauton and Timmons- ville Railway Company. Which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. The f ollowing Bills were respectively read a third time, passed, and ordered to be sent to the Senate : A B ill to provide for the completion of the main building of the State House. • A B ill to change the name of Hume Leon Burdine and enable him to inherit from Martin H. Burdine in case of intestacy. A B ill to create a school district of that portion of Barnwell County lying within the corporate limits of the Town of Allendale. A B ill to authorize the State Board of Health to sell the present site of the quarantine station at Port Royal and to purchase another. A B ill to amend Section 1 of au Act entitled "An Act to prohibit the sale of spirituous or intoxicating liquors within the corporate limits of the Town of Lancaster, in Lancaster County," approved February 9, 1882. A B ill to amend Section 68 of the General Statutes of South Carolina, relating to phosphate deposits. A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to permit persons in the State liable to road duty to pay a commutation in lieu of working the roads," so far as the same relates to Greenville and Pickens Counties. A J oint Resolution to authorize the County Commissioners of Green ville County to apply the surplus of taxes raised to pay interest on bonds subscribed to the Greenville and Laurens Railroad Company to the past indebtedness of said County. 25— H J 314 M ONDAY, DECEMBER 20, 1886. A B ill to prescribe and fix the amount of the bond of the Judge of Probate of Williamsburg County. A J oint Resolution to provide for the payment of a certain claim of Joseph R. Lyles (County Treasurer) of Marlboro County. A B ill to amend Section 6 of an Act entitled "An Act to incorpo rate the Town of Barnwell," approved March 1, 1878. A B ill to incorporate the Aiken Water Supply and Gas Company. A B ill to amend Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes, relating to the General Stock Law and fencing stock. A B ill to incorporate the Bank of Aiken, South Carolina. A B ill to create a new school district within the Township of Barn well, in Barnwell County, to be known as " The Barnwell Graded School District," and to authorize the levy and collection of a local tax therein. A B ill to incorporate the Congaree Construction Company. A B ill to amend Section 1687 of the General Statutes, relating to the hunting of deer. The f ollowing Bills were respectively read a third time, passed, and the titles changed to Acts, and ordered to be enrolled for ratification : A B ill (Seuate) to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Huguenot Mills." A B ill (Senate) to confer certain rights upon the Port Royal and Western Carolina Railway Company, to wit, to mortgage its corporate property and franchises, to extend its railway and to lease connecting railways. * A B ill (Senate) to exempt certain portions of Chesterfield County from the operations of Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes, relating to the Stock Law. A B ill (Seuate) to repeal an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Town of Rumphville, in the County of Colleton," approved December 26, A. D. 1885. A B ill (vSenate) to authorize the Board of County Commissioners of Greenville County to issue coupon bonds for the purpose of refunding the indebtedness of said County, falling due in July, 1887, upon bonds issued in aid of the Atlanta and Richmond Air Line Railroad Com pany, or to borrow money to pay off the same. A B ill (Seuate) to authorize the City Board of School Commissioners of the City of Charleston to use certain funds in aid of the repairs made necessary for the public school buildings by reason of the damage by earthquakes. A B ill (Seuate) to reduce the number of Trial Justices in Kershaw County and make the office a salaried one. A B ill (Senate) to exempt certain portions of the County of Colleton from the operations of Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes, relating to the General Stock Law. MONDAY, D ECEMBEK 20, 1886. 315 A B ill (Senate) to amend and extend an Act entitled "An Act to incor porate the New Brighton Hotel Ferry and Telegraph Company," ap proved December 23d, 1884. A B ill (Senate) to fix the fee for dieting prisoners in County Jails. On m otion of Mr. LESESNE, the vote by which a Bill to provide for the trial of criminal cases in the Supreme Court was passed to a third reading, was reconsidered and the same was indefinitely postponed. PAPERS F ROM THE SENATE. The S enate returned to this House the following Bills, with amend ments : A B ill to authorize the County Commissioners of Clarendon County to borrow money for building and repairing bridges and support of the poor. The a mendments were agreed to, the title changed to an Act, and ordered to be enrolled for ratification, and a Message sent to the Senate accordingly. Also, A B ill to amend Sections 1339 and 1342 of the General Statutes, re lating to hawkers and peddlers. The a mendments were agreed to and the title changed to an Act and ordered to be enrolled for ratification, and a Message sent to the Senate accordingly. Also, A B ill to recharter the Town of Georgetown. The a mendment was agreed to and the title changed to an Act and or dered to be enrolled for ratification, and a Message sent to the Senate accordingly. A B ill to alter and amend the charter of the Young Men's Loan and Trust Company of Rock Hill, S. C, and to change the name thereof to " The Savings Bank of Rock Hill, S. C." The a mendments were agreed to and the title changed to an Act and ordered to he enrolled for ratification, and a Message sent to the Senate accordingly. Also, A B ill to define and prescribe the manner of appointing Commission ers and the issuing of the writ for the admeasurement of dower in the Circuit Courts. The a mendments were agreed to, and the title changed to an Act and ordered to be enrolled for ratification, and a Message sent to the Senate accordingly. Also, s ent to this House: A B ill to provide for the establishment of a new school district in 316 M ONDAY, DECEMBER 20, 1886. Mariou C ounty and to authorize the levy and collection of a local tax therein. The H ouse refused to agree to the amendments and a Message was sent to the Senate accordingly. Also, A B ill to fix the manner of publication of the annual statements of County officers. The H ouse refused to agree to the amendments and a Message was sent to the Seuate accordingly. Also, A B ill to amend an Act entitled "'An Act to charter the Chester and Camden Railroad Company," approved February 9, 1882. The H ouse agreed to the amendments, except one, and a Message was sent to the Senate accordingly. Also, t he following Message: In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 20, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it has ap pointed Messrs. Howell, Austin and Murray a Committee of Conference to confer with House Committee of Conference in .relation to a House Bill to authorize and empower the County Commissioners of Greenville, Anderson and Spartanburg to borrow money for certain purposes. Very respectfully, &c, .W. L MAULDIN, President of the Senate.

The S enate sent to this House the following Bills : A B ill (Senate) to regulate the salaries of County Auditor and Trea surer in Chesterfield County and Lancaster County. Which w as read the first time and ordered to be placed on the Calen dar without reference and without printing. The S enate returned to this House, with concurrence, fClaim o Columbia Gas Light Company for six hundred and thirty-one dollars. Also, s ent to this House A B ill to confer upon the holders and owners of past due unpaid claims against the County of Clarendon which have accrued since the 20th day of December in the year 1881 the right to have certificates of indebtedness issued for such claims. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Ways and Means Committee. MONDAY, D ECEMBER 20, 1886. 317 Also, A B ill to limit the number of Trial Justices in Sumter County, fix their territorial jurisdiction and provide for their compensation. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Judiciary Com mittee. Mr.. L P. MILLER, from the Committee on Engrossed Bills, reported the following Bills as correctly engrossed for third readings, to wit : A B ill to provide for the issuing of licenses to sell spirituous and in toxicating liquors, ale malt and wine in Berkeley and Beaufort Counties. A B ill to amend and renew the charter of the Town of Laurens. A B ill to amend Sections 253 and 254 of the General Statutes, relat ing to County and Township Boards of Equalization. A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to except certain Counties herein named from the operation of Chapter XXVII, Title X, of the General Statutes, relating to the General Stock Law. The B ills were severally read the third time, passed, and ordered to be sent to the Senate. The f ollowing Bills were read a third time and returned to the Senate with amendments : A J oint Resolution to extend the time for the payment of taxes for the fiscal year commencing November 15th, 1886. A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to repeal an ordinance to prevent the erection of wooden buiidings and to provide greater security against fires, and also certain portions of the Acts of the General Assem bly referring to the erection of wooden buildings in the City of Charles ton." The S enate returned to this House, with amendments, A J oint Resolution to authorize and empower the County Commis sioners of Anderson, Spartanburg, Greenville and Union Counties to borrow money for certain purposes. The H ouse insisted on refusing to agree to the amendment indicated, and consented to the appointment of a Committee of Conference to adjust the differences between the Houses. Whereupon t he SPEAKER appointed Messrs. Cleveland, Hudgens and A. F. O'Brien the Committee on the part of the House. A M essage was ordered to be sent to the Senate accordingly. The f ollowing Message was received from the Senate: In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 18, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it insists upon its amendments to House Bill to authorize and empower the 318 M ONDAY, DECEMBER 20, 1886. County C ommissioners of Greenville, Anderson and Spartanburg to borrow money for certain purposes, to wit, by striking out in Section 1, line 1, the words " Anderson and Colleton," also by adding Section 2 to the Bill, and request a Committee of Conference on the disagree ment of the two Houses. Very r espectfully, &c, W.. L MAULDIN, President of the Senate. Messrs. C leveland, Hudgens and A. F. O'Brien were appointed a Committee on the part of the House. Also, returned to this House, with amendments, A B ill to make appropriations for the payment of the per diem, mileage and stationery certificates of the members of the General Assembly, the salaries of the subordinate oifieers and employees thereof, and for other purposes herein named. The a mendments were agreed to, the title of the Bill changed to an Act, and ordered to be enrolled. A M essage was ordered to be sent to the Senate accordingly. The f ollowing Message was received from the Senate : In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 16, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it recedes from all amendments to House Bill " to prohibit the County Commis sioners of York and Lancaster Counties from granting aid to outside poor except as herein provided," except as to amendment concurred in by the House of Representatives as indicated in its Message in relation thereto. Very r espectfully, &c, W.. L MAULDIN, President of the Senate. Whereupon t he Bill was amended in conformity to the Message, the title changed to an Act, and ordered to be enrolled. SPECIAL O RDERS Immediately A fter Third Reading Bills. A B ill (Senate) to ratify the amendment of Section 14 of Article IX of the Constitution of South Carolina was read the second time and or dered for a third reading to-morrow. A B ill (H. B.) to amend Section 1042, Chapter XX, of the General MONDAY, D ECEMBER 20, 1886. 319 Statutes, e ntitled " Of the University of South Carolina," was laid on the table. A B ill (Senate) to repeal Section 1040, and to amend Section 1042, Chapter XX of the General Statutes, " Of the University of South Caro lina," was taken up for consideration. Pending t he debate, ' On m otion of Mr. HUTSON, the House receded from business until 7:30 P. M.

RECESS. The S PEAKER resumed the chair at 7:30 P. M. On motion of Mr. FICKEN, and by unanimous consent of the House, A Bill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to provide for the settle ment of the consolidated debt of the State in accordance with the deci sion of the Supreme Court of South Carolina was taken up out of its order. The B ill was read the second time, ordered to a third reading to morrow, and to be engrossed. The Senate sent to this House the following Messages : In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 20, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it invites the House of Representatives to be present in the Senate Chamber for the purpose of ratifying Acts at 2:30 P. M. to-morrow. Very r espectfully, &c, W.. L MAULDIN, President o f the Senate. In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 20, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it concurs in all amendments made by the House of Representatives to Senate Joint Resolution to extend the time for payment of taxes for the fiscal year commencing November 1st, 1885, and that is has been ordered to be enrolled for ratification. Also concurs in all amendments made by the House of Representatives to Senate Bill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to repeal an ordinance to prevent the erection of wooden buildings, and to provide greater security against fires, and also certain portions of the Acts of the General Assembly referring to the erection 320 M ONDAY, DECEMBER 20, 1886. of w ooden buildings in the City of Charleston," and that title thereof has been changed to that of an Act and ordered to be enrolled for rati fication. Very r espectfully, .W. L MAULDIN, President o f the Senate. M. H UTSON offered the following Concurrent Resolution : Resolved by the House of Representatives, the Senate concurring. That immediately after the election of a Judge of the Eighth Circuit, on Wednesday, 22d inst, the House in joint session proceed to elect seven Trustees of the University of South Carolina as provided by law. Which w as considered immediately and sent to the Senate for con currence. The H ouse resumed the consideration of A B ill (from the Senate) to repeal Section 1040 and to amend Section 1042, Chapter XX, of the General Statutes, entitled " Of the Univer sity of South Carolina." Mr. R AYSOR called the previous question on the pending question, to wit, to strike out the enacting words of the Bill, which was sus tained. The q uestion being put: "Will the House agree thereto?" it was decided in the negative. 8Yeas, 2 ; nays, 67. . Those who voted in the affirmative are: Hon. J ames Simons, Speaker, and Messrs. Abney, Barkley, Baxter, Blackwell, Brawley, Brooker, Burke, Capplemann, Causey, Earle, Ficken, Graham, S. P. Hamilton, Hutson, Lawton, Lesesne, Mears, Lovick P. Miller, Thomas E. Miller, Morrall, Padgett, Plowden, Ran kin, Rue, Simpson, John P. Thomas of Richland and Washington. — 28. Those w ho voted in the negative are : Messrs. A ldrich, Ancrum, Ansel, Archer, Austell, Barmore, Beard, Bigham, Black, Boozer, Boyle, Brice, Brown, Browning, Chalmers, Cleveland, Cobb, Connors, Daniels, Davenport, Dean, Drake, DuBose, Dukes, Easley, Evaus, Fox, Guess, Jno. D. Hamilton, Hickman, Hough, Hudgens, Hyde, Johnston, Jones, Jordan, Keitt, King, Mars, Mason, MeClintock, McDaniel, McKissick, Miles, B. F. Miller, Mims, Norton, Ott, Parker, Peurifoy, Pope, Riysor, Ready, Robinson-, Rutland, Sally, Sarratt, Shaw, Stanland, Stewart, J. P. Thomas of Union, Tindal, Toale, Turner, VV. M. Walker, Wylie and Young.— 67. So t he House refused to order the enacting words of the Bill to be stricken out. MONDAY, D ECEMBER 20, 1886. 321 The f ollowing gentlemen were excused from voting as they were paired : Mr. C ain, with Mr. H. Frank Wilson. Mr. Wharton, with Mr. Haskell. Mr. McHugh, with Mr. Douglass. Mr. A. F. O'Brien, with Mr. Dantzler. Mr. Kershaw, with Mr. Byrd. .Mr. W B. Wilson, Jr., did not vote under a misunderstanding, but would have voted no. Mr. B RA.WLEY moved to amend by striking out all from and in cluding (he words " Provided, further," on fourteenth line of Section 1, manuscript Bill, down to and including the last word of said Section, and to insert the following, to wit: " Provided, further, That the Faculty of said University may grant beneficiary scholarships without the pay ment of any fees to such competent and deserving youth of the State as may be unable to pay the same, and the Trustees of the said University shall prescribe such rules and regulations as may be proper to confine the enjoyment of this privilege to those whose necessities require." Mr. P OPE moved to lay the amendment on the table. The q uestion being put: "Will the House agree thereto?" it was de cided in the negative. 6Yeas, 4 ; nays, 51. Those w ho voted in the affirmative are : Messrs. A nsel, Archer, Austell, Barmore, Beard, Bigham, Black, Boozer, Brice, Brown, Chalmers, Connors, Daniels, Davenport, Dean, Drake, DuBose, Dukes, Evans, Fox, Guess, Hickman, Hudgens, John ston, Keitt, King, Mason, McClintock, McDaniel, Miles, B F. Miller, Mims, Norton, Peurifoy, Pope, Ready, Rutland, Sally. Sarratt, Stewart, J. P. Thomas of Union, Tindal, Turner, W. M. Walker, Wylie and Young. — 46. Those w ho voted in the negative are: Hon. J ames Simons, Speaker, and Messrs. Abney, Aldrich, Ancrum, Barkley, Baxter, Blackwell, Boyle, Brawley, Brooker, Browning, Burke, Cain, Cappelmann, Causey, Cleveland Cobb, Earle, Easley, Ficken, Jno. D. Hamilton, S. P. Hamilton, Hough, Hutson, Hyde, Jones, Jordan, Lawton, Lesesne, Mars, Mears, McKissick, Lovick P. Miller, Thomas E. Miller, Morrall, A. F. O'Brien, Ott, Padgett, Parker, Piowden, Rankin, Raysor, Robinson, Rue, Shaw, Simpson, Stanland, John P. Thomas, of Richlaud, Toale, Washington and W. B. Wilson, Jr. — -51. So t he House refused to lay the amendment on the table. The B iil was read the second time and ordered to a third reading to morrow. 26j — h 322 M ONDAY, DECEMBER 20, 1886. Mr. H UDGENS moved to adjourn ; upon which the yeas and nays were demanded, resulting as follows : Yeas, 10 ; nays, 75. Those w ho voted in the affirmative are : Messrs. B oozer, Davenport, Dukes, Johnston, King, Thomas E. Miller, Ott, Hue, Rutland and Toale. — 10. Those who voted in the negative are: Hon. J ames Simons, Speaker, aud Messrs. Abney, Aldrich, Ancrum, Ansel, Archer, Austell, Barmore, Baxter, Beard, Bigham, Black, Boyle, Brawley, Brice, Brooker, Browning, Burke, Cain, Cappelmann, Causey, Chalmers, Cobb, Connors, Daniels, Dean, Drake, DuBose, Earle, Easley, Evans, Ficken, Fox, Guess, Jno. D. Hamilton, S. P. Hamilton, Hick man, Hough, Hudgens, Hutson, Hyde, Keitt, Mason, Mearg, McClintock, McDaniel, McHugh, McKi ssick, 'Milts, B. F. Miller, Mims, Morrall, Norton, A. F. O'Brien, Padgett, Parker, Peurifoy, Plowden, Pope, Rankin, Raysor, Ready, Robinson, Sarratt, Shaw, Simpson, Stanland, Stewart, John P. Thomas of Richland, J. P. Thomas of Union, Tindal, Turner, VV. M. Walker, W. B. Wilson, Jr., and Young.— 75. So t he House refused to adjourn. The f ollowing Bill was read the second time and ordered to a third reading to-morrow : A B ill to allow persons who shall have resided within this State for ten years siice the close of the civil war, aud who have lost their legs or arms, or have been permanently disabled in their legs or arms, during military service within the years 1861, 1862, 1863, 1864 and 1865, to obtain the benefits of an Act entitled "An Act to provide artificial limbs for all soldiers of the State who lost their legs or arms, or who have been permanently disabled in their legs or arms, during military service in the years 1881, 1862, 1863, 1864 and 1865, aud who have not been supplied under the provisions of Cornier Acts of the General Assembly,' approved December 17, A. D. 1881, and the Acts amendatory thereto. A B ill (Senate) to provide for the formation of certain corporations under general laws was read a second time and ordered to a third read ing to-morrow. The f ollowing Bills were read the second time and ordered to a third reading to-morrow : A B ill (Senate) to repeal Section 1042, Chapter XX, of the General Statutes, entitled "Of the University of South Carolina." A B ill to fix the times and provide for the holding of the Circuit Courts of the Seventh Circuit. A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Glenn Springs Railroad Company." MONDAY, D ECEMBER 20, 1886. 323 A B ill to amend Section 1476 of the General Statutes, relating to ' running trains on Sunday. A B ill to repeal so much of an Act entitled "Au Act to provide sala ries for certain officers in Georgetown County, in lieu of all fees and costs," approved December 26, 1885, in so far as the same applies to the office of Coroner. ' A B ill to amend Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 aud 6 of an Act entitled "An Act to charter the People's Savings Bank of Newberry," approved De cember 22, J 885. The title was changed to an Act and amended by striking out 5. A B ill to define the term township as used in the Acts of the General Assembly for the purpose to make subscription to railroads. A B ill to exempt certain portions of Hampton County from the opera tion of Chapter XXVII of the Geueral Statutes, relating to the Stock Law. A J oint Resolution to provide for the payment of certain past due school claims in Aiken County. A B ill to amend an Act entitled 'An Act to amend an Act entitled 'An Act to incorporate the Town of Westminster, in the County of Oconee,' approved March 17, 1875," approved December 23, 1885. A B ill to exempt certain portions of Hampton County from the operation of Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes, relating to the Stock Law. A B ill to incorporate the Orangeburg Building and Loan Associa tion. A B ill to authorize and require the County Commissioners of Lan caster County to apply an unexpended balance in the hands of the Treasurer to the payment of ordinary County expenses. A B ill to allow warrants and other process issued by municipal authorities to be served outside of the corporate limits. A B ill to regulate the time for collecting taxes by execution or 'dis tress. A B ill to incorporate the Town of Fountain Inn, in Greenville County. A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to provide for the settle ment of the consolidated debt of the State," in accordance with the decision of the Supreme Court of South Carolina. A J oint Resolution authorizing the County Treasurer to pay certain school claims against the County of Spartanburg. On m otion of Mr. SARRATT, the House was adjourned at 11:45 P. M. to meet to-morrow at 10 A. M. 324 T UESDAY, DECEMBER 21, 1886.

TUESDAY, D ECEMBER 21, 1886.

At t he hour to which the House was adjourned the SPEAKER took the chair, and, a quorum being present, the Journal of yesterday's pro ceedings was read and confirmed. PAPERS F ROM THE SENATE. The S enate sent to this House the following Concurrent Resolution : Resolved b y the Senate, the Home oj Representatives concurring, That in consequence of the pressure of business before the General Assembly, that in the election of Judge and Trustees of the College no speeches be allowed, but simply the name of the candidate shall be announced. Also, t he following Concurrent Resolution : Resolvedy b the Senate, the House of Representatives concurring. That a Committee consisting of three members, one from the Senate and two from the House, be appointed to act in conjunction with the Board of Regents of the Lunatic Asylum, to report to the General Assembly at its next session the best policy for the future provision of the colored in sane, provided that such Committee shall only sit one time, and for a period of not more than two days. Which w ere severally considered immediately and agreed to, and returned to the Senate with concurrence. Also, the following Message: In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 20, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it has rejected a House Bill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Cheraw and Camden Short Line Railroad Company," approved December 24, 1885. Also, A B ill to change the name of Hume Leon Delehay to Hume Leon Burdine and enable him to inherit from Martin H. Burdine in case of intestacy. Very r espectfully, &c, W.. L MAULDIN, President of the Senate. TUESDAY, D ECEMBER 21, 1886. 325

Also, s ent to this House : A B ill to provide for the completion of the main building of the State House. Which w as read the first time and ordered for consideration to-mor row, without reference and without printing. The S enate returned to this House, with concurrence, the following Concurrent Resolution : Resolved b y the House of Representatives, the Senate concurring, That the General Assembly do adjourn sine die on Friday, 24th instant. Mr. D OUGLASS, from the Committee on Enrolled Acts, reported the following Acts as correctly enrolled : An A ct to punish the stealing of melons or fruits. An A ct to incorporate the American Savings Bank. An A ct to amend Section 2160 of General Statutes, relating to attor neys and solicitors. An A ct to regulate the issuing and service of warrants in criminal cases. An A ct to create a fund to be designated the Treasury Reserve Fund, &c An A ct to amend an Act relating to the establishment of a new school district in Darlington County, to be known as the School District of the Town of Timmonsville. An A ct to enlarge the boundaries of School District 17, Fairfield County. A J oint Resolution to authorize the Piedmont Manufacturing Com pany to subscribe to the capital stock of the Atlantic, Greenville and Western Railroad Company. An A ct to make appropriations for the payment of the per diem, mile age and stationery certificates of members of the General Assembly, salaries of the subordinate officers and employees thereof, and for other purposes herein named. An A ct relating to the compensation and duties of County officers for the County and City of Charleston. An A ct to amend Section 618 of the General Statutes, relating to the repairs of highways. An A ct to charter the Summerville and St. John's Railroad Company. An A ct to repeal an Act entitled "An Act to prohibit the sale of spirituous liquors in Barnwell County." An A ct to incorporate the Bamberg Banking Company. An A ct to charter the Palmetto Job Printing Company. An A ct to amend an Act relating to the incorporation of the Palmetto Railroad Company. 326 T UESDAY, DECEMBER 21, 1886. An A ct to exempt certain portions of Lexington County from the operations of the Stock Law. An A ct to incorporate the Atlantic Self-Endowment and Benevolent Association of America. An A ct to provide for the expenses of the Board of Visitors of the Citadel in repairs of the Citadel building. An A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the News and Courier Company." An A ct to amend Section 1476 of the General Statutes, as to running trains on Sunday. An A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act to amend Section 1830 of the General Statutes, in relation to partition." The S PEAKER called, in alphabetical order of Counties, for Pe titions, Memorials, Presentments of Grand Juries, Returns of Commis sioners, and such like papers, and for Resolutions, Bill or motions. On m otion of Mr. CAPPELM ANN, the call by Counties was dispensed with for this day. The S PEAKER called for REPORTSF O STANDING COMMITTEES. Mr. P OPE, from the Committee on Ways and Means, made an unfa vorable Report on A B ill (Senate) to authorize the County Board of Equalization of Berkeley County to amend the assessment of valuations made by said Board at its last session. Mr. M cKISSICK, from same Committee, made a favorable Report on A B ill (Senate) to provide for the disbursement of taxes levied and collected in certain Counties, townships, cities and towns in this State. Mr. F ICKEN, from same Committee, made a favorable Report on A B ill (Senate) to limit the time for funding into Consols the bonds and stocks of this State issued prior to 1873 and the interest due thereon, and for exchanging into Brown Consols the Green Cousol bonds and stock of the State, and for other purposes. Also, m ade a favorable Report on A B ill (Senate) relating to the collection of delinquent taxes. Also, m ade a favorable Report, with amendments, on A B ill (Senate) to confer upon the holders and owners of past due unpaid claims against the County of Clarendon which have accrued since the 20th day of December in the year 1881 the right to have certificates of indebtedness issued for such ciaims. Which w ere severally ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. H YDE, from same Committee, made a Report on A B ill (Senate) in relation to the forfeited lands in this State. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. TUESDAY, D ECBMBEB 21, 1886. 337 Mr. A LDRICH, from the Committee on Incorporations, made a favorable Report on A B ill (Senate) to incorporate the Oconee Mutual Insurance Com pany. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. F ICKEN, from the Committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred communication of the Comptroller General, and the appli cations of disabled soldiers for relief, asked that the Committee be dis charged from further consideration and the same be laid on the table which was so ordered. Mr. P ARKER, from the Committee on the Judiciary, made a favora ble Report on A B ill (Senate) to prevent cock fighting within three miles of any charitable institution of learning in this State. Also, made a favorable Report on A B ill (Senate) to amend Section 808 of the General Statutes, relat ing to Trial Justices in Berkeley County. Also, a favorable Report on A B ill (Senate) to amend Section 24-82 of the General Statutes of South Carolina, relating to housebreaking. Also, a favorable Report on A B ill relating to persons entering or concealing themselves in any house with intent to steal or commit any other crime. Also, made a favorable Report on A B ill (Seuate) to limit the number of Trial Justices in Sumter Canity, fix their territorial jurisdiction, and provide for their compen sation. Which w ere severally ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. W. B. WILSON, Jr., from same Committee, made a favorable Report on A B ill for the Relief of King's Mountain Military School. Which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. P ARKER, from same Committee, made an unfavorable Report on A B ill (Senate) to reduce taxed costs in certain suits. Which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. B RAWLEY, from same Committee, made an unfavorable Re port on A B ill (Senate) to amend the General Statutes of this State, by in serting a new Section to be known as Section 2084a, relating to con tracts. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. 328 T UESDAY, DECEMBER 21, 1886. Mr. A NSEL, from same Committee, made an unfavorable Report on A B ill (Senate) to provide for the payment by the State of the ex penses of all prosecutions in criminal cases. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow, without reference and without printing. Mr. P EURIFOY, from the Committee on County Offices and Offi cers, made a favorable Report on A J oint Resolution (Senate) to authorize the County Commissioners of Marlboro County to pay W. E. Thomas for extra recording and in dexing in the office of Judge of Probate. Which w as ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. A LDRICH presented Contingent a ccount of John D. Browne, Sergeant-at-Arms of the House of Representatives, for the sum of $256.52. Which w as referred to the Committee on Accounts. Mr. F ICKEN, from the Committee on Ways and Means, made au unfavorable Report on A B ill to vest certain lands of Oconee and Pickens Counties in Theodor Wenzel, which was agreed to, and introduced a Concurrent Resolu tion to authorize and direct the Attorney General of the State to investi gate the title of the State in certain lands in Pickens and Oconee Counties. Which w as considered immediately, agreed to, and ordered to be sent to the Senate for concurrence.' FLEAVE O ABSENCE.

Mr S IMPSON asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague Mr. Dean, from 10 o'clock Thursday until the close of the session. Mr. B LACK asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague, Mr. Morrall, from Thursday until the close of the session. Mr. H ICKMAN asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague, Mr. Buck, from 1 P. M. Thursday, December 23, until the close of the session. Mr. C AUSEY asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague, Mr. Hutson, from Thursday morning next. Mr. R ANKIN asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague, Mr. Turner, from Thursday, the 23d inst., at 9 o'clock P. M., until the close of the session. Mr. A LDRICH asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague, Mr. Cobb, on and after Thursday until the end of the session. TUESDAY, D ECEMBER 21, 1886. 329 THIRD R EADING BILLS. The f ollowing Bills were read the third time, passed, and ordered to be sent to the Senate : A B ill to fix the times and provide for the holding of the Circuit Courts of the Seventh Circuit. A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Glenn Springs Railroad Company." A B ill to amend Section 1476 of the General Statutes, relating to running trains on Sunday. A B ill to amend Sections 1, 2, 3, 4 and 6 of an Act entitled "An Act to charter the People's Savings Bank of Newberry, South Carolina," approved December 22, 1886. A B ill to repeal so much of an Act entitled "An Act to provide sala ries for certain officers in Georgetown County in lieu of all fees and costs," approved December 26, A. D. 1885, in so far as the same applies to the office of Coroner. A B ill to define the term township as used in the Acts of the General Assembly for the purpose to make subscription to railroads. A B ill to exempt certain portions of Hampton County from the operation of Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes, relating to the Stock Law. A J oint Resolution to provide for the payment of certain past due school claims in Aiken County. A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to amend an Act entitled 'An Act to incorporate the Town of Westminster, in the County of Oco nee,' approved March 17, 1875," approved December 23, 1885. A B ill to incorporate the Orangeburg Building and Loan Asso ciation. A B ill to authorize and require the County Commissioners of Lancas ter County to apply an unexpended balance in the hands of the Trea surer to the payment of ordinary County expenses. A B ill to allow warrants and other process issued by municipal author ities to be served outside of the corporate limits. A B ill to regulate the time for collecting taxes by execution or dis tress. A B ill to incorporate the Town of Fountain Inn in Greenville County. A J oint Resolution authorizing the County Treasurer to pay certain school claims against the County of Spartanburg. A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to provide for the settle ment of the consolidated debt of the State" in accordance with the decision of the Supreme Court of South Carolina. 27— HJ 330 T UESDAY, DECEMBER 21, 1886. A B ill to allow persons who shall have resided within this State for ten years since the close of the civil war, and who have lost their legs or arms, or have been permanently disabled in their legs or arms, dur ing military service within the years 1861, 1862, 1863, 1864 and 1865, to obtain the benefits of an Act entitled "An Act to provide artificial limbs for all soldiers of the State who lost their legs or arms, or who have been permanently disabled in their legs or arms, during military service in the years 1861, 1862, 1863, 1864 and 1865, and who have not been supplied under the provisions of former Acts of the General Assem bly," approved December 17, A. D. 1881, and the Acts amendatory thereto. The f ollowing Bills were read the third time, passed, and returned to the Senate with amendments : A B ill to repeal Section 1040, and to amend Section 1042, Chapter XX of the General Statutes, entitled " Of the University of South Carolina." A B ill to provide for the formation of certain corporations under general laws. PAPERS F ROM THE SENATE. The S enate returned to this House, with amendments, A B ill to make appropriations to meet the ordinary expenses of the State Government for the fiscal year commencing November 1, 1886. The S enate had amended the Bill by adding paragraph 18, to wit : To pay for repairs to the building of the Medical College of the State of South Carolina at Charleston, injured by the earthquake, $5,000, to be paid on the order of the Dean of the Faculty upon the warrant of the Comptroller General. The q uestion being put: "Will the House agree thereto?" it was decided in the affirmative. 3Yeas, 6 ; nays, 44. Those w ho voted in the affirmative are : Hon. J ames Simons, Speaker, and Messrs. Abney, Aldrich, Ancrum, Barkley, Baxter, Black, Boyle, Brawley, Brooker, Brown, Browning, Buck, Burke, Cain, Cappelmann, Causey, Chandler, Dean, Douglass, Easley, Ficken, Graham, Guess, S. P. Hamilton, Harper, Haskell, Hill, Hutson, Hyde, Lawton, Lee,Lesesne, Mars, Mcllugh, McKissick, Miles, Lovick P. Miller, Thomas E. Miller, Morrall, Nelson, A. F. O'Brien, Ott, Padgett, Parker, Plowden. Pringle, Rankin, Raysor, Rue, Rutland, Sally, Seegers, Schaffer, Shaw, Staulaud, Johu P. Thomas' of Richland, J. P. Thomas of Union, Tindal, Toale, Washington, H. Frank Wilson and Wimberly. — 63. I

TUESDAY, D ECEMBER 21, 1886. 331 Those w ho voted in the negative are: Messrs. A nsel, Archer, Austell, Barmore, Beard, Bigham, Boozer, Brice, Cleveland, Connors, Davenport, Drake, DuBose, Dukes, Earle, Evans, Fox, Gary, John D. Hamilton, Hickman, Hough, Hudgens, Irby, Johuston, Jordan, Keitt, King, League, Mason, McClintock, Mc- Daniel, B. F. Miller, Minis, Norton, Peurif'oy, Pope, Sarratt, Simpson, Stewart, W. M. Walker, Wharton, W. B. Wilson, Jr., Wylie and Young. — 44. So t he amendment was agreed to. The H ouse refused to agree to certain amendments and a Message was ordered to be sent to the Senate accordingly. The S enate sent to this House the following Messages : In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 21, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it has indefi nitely postponed House Bill to amend Section 2428 of Chapter XCVIII, Title VI, of the General Statutes, in relation to plaintiff's and defend ant's attorneys' costs in Equity causes. Verv r espectfully, &c, W.. L MAULDIN, President of the Senate. n. I the Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 21, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it has re jected House Bill to amend Section 2037 of the General Statutes, relating to the contracts of married women. Very r espectfully, &c, W.. L MAULDIN, President of the Senate. On m otion of Mr. ANSEL, and by unanimous consent, ordered that all House Bills be continued until the next session. Mr. P ARKER moved that all Bills and the Reports thereon con tinued until the next session be printed and laid on the desks of mem bers on the first day of the next session, and that a Calendar of such continued matter be made up; which was so ordered. Mr.. L P. MILLER, from the Committee on Engrossed Bills, re ported the following Act as properly engrossed : An A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act to provide for the settle- \ mentofthe consolidated debt of the State," in accordance with the de cision of the Supreme Court of South Carolina. 332 T UESDAY, DECEMBER 21, 1886. Mr. D OUGLASS, from the Committee on Enrolled Acts, reported the following Acts as correctly enrolled for ratification : - An Act to authorize the County Commissioners of Clarendon County to borrow money for building and repairing bridges, &c An A ct to alter and amend the charter of Young Men's Loan and Trust Company of Rock Hill, and to change its name. An A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act to regulate admission of foreign surety companies to do business in this State." An A ct to amend Section 2 of an Act to incorporate Wallingford Church and Academy of Charleston. An A ct to incorporate the Town of Harlin City, in Orangeburg County. An A ct to limit the number of Trial Justices in York County, fix their jurisdiction, and provide for their compensation. An A ct to exempt certain portions of Colleton from the operations of Stock Law. An A ct to fix fee for dieting prisoners in County Jails. An A ct to amend Sections 1339 aud 1342 of General Statutes relat ing to hawkers and peddlers. An A ct to incorporate the Fidelity Loan and Trust Company, of Spartanburg. The f ollowing Message was received from the Senate : In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, , 188 . Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it insists upon its amendments to a Bill to amend and extend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the New Brighton Hotel Ferry and Telegraph Com pany," approved December 23, 1884, and requests a Committee of Con ference, and that it has appointed on the part of the Senate Messrs. Buist, Kennedy and Youmans as members of such Committee. [Whereupon t he SPEAKER appointed Messrs. McHugh, Aldricu and Nelson on the part of the House, and a Message was ordered to be sent to the Senate accordingly.] Also, Insists u pon its amendments to a Bill to fix the manner of publication of the annual statements of County officers, and it requests a Committee ofConference, and that it has appointed on the part of the Senate as members of such Committee Messrs. Murray, Patterson and Munro. [Whereupon t he SPEAKER appointed Messrs. Pope, Hyde and An sel on the part of the House, and a Message was ordered to be sent to the Senate accordingly.] TUESDAY, D ECEMBER 21, 1886. 333 Also, It i nsists upon its amendments to a Bill to provide for the establish ment of a new school district in Marion County, and to authorize the levy and collection of a local tax therein, and requests a Committee of Conference, and that it has appointed on the part of the Senate as mem bers of such Committee Messrs. Moody, Alexander and McMaster. Verv respectfully, &c, W.. L MAULDIN, President o f the Senate. » Whereupon t he SPEAKER appointed Messrs. Norton, Brawley and W. B. Wilson, Jr., on the part of the House, and a Message was ordered to be sent to the Senate accordingly. RATIFICATION O F ACTS. The H ouse attended in the Senate Chamber, when the following Acts originating in the House of Representatives were ratified : An A ct to authorize the County Commissioners of Clarendon County to borrow money for building and repairing bridges, &c An A ct to alter and amend the charter of the Young Men's Loan and Trust Company of Rock Hill, and to change its name. An A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act to regulate admission of foreign surety companies to do business in this State." An A ct to amend Section 2 of an Act to incorporate Wallingford Church and Academy of Charleston. An A ct to incorporate the Town of Harlin City, in Orangeburg County. An A ct to limit the number of Trial Justices in York County, fix their jurisdiction, and provide for their compensation. An A ct to exempt eertain portions of Colleton from the operations of Stock Law. An A ct to fix fee for dieting prisoners in County Jails. An A ct to amend Sections 1339 and 1342 of General Statutes, relating to hawkers and peddlers. An A ct to incorporate the Fidelity Loan and Trust Company, of Spartanburg. And t he following originating in the Senate: An A ct to amend Section 2160 of the General Statutes, relating to attorneys, solicitors and counsellors.. An A ct to punish the stealing of melons and fruits. An A ct to enlarge the boundaries of School District No. 17, Fair field County, and make two school districts thereof. 334 T UESDAY, DECEMBER 21, 1886. An A ct to create a fund to be designated " The Treasury Reserve Fund,'' and to provide for the control of the same. An , Act to regulate the issuing and service of warrants in criminal cases. An A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act to provide for the estab lishment of a new school district in the County of Darlington, to be known as the School District of the Town of Timmonsville, and to authorize the levy and collection of a special school tax therein." An A ct to incorporate the Atlantic Self Endowment and Benevo lent Association of America. An A ct to charter the Summerville and St. John's Railroad Com pany. An A ct to amend Section 1476 of the General Statutes, as to the running trains on Sunday. An A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate The News and Courier Company," approved the 17th day of December, A. D. 1881. An A ct to exempt certain portions of Lexington County from the operation of Chapter XXXVII of the General Statutes of this State, relating to the Stock Law. An A ct to incorporate the Bamberg Banking Company of Bam berg, S. C. A J oint Resolution (H. J. R.) to authorize the Piedmont Manu facturing Company to subscribe to the capital stock of the Atlantic, Greenville and Western Railway Company. An A ct to incorporate the Commercial Savings Bank. An A ct relating to the compensation and duties of certain of the County officers in and for the County and City of Charleston. An A ct to make appropriations for the payment of the per diem and mileage and stationery certificates of the members of the General Assembly, the salaries of the subordinate officers and employees thereof, and for other purposes herein named. An A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act to amend an Act en titled 'An Act to incorporate the Palmetto Railroad Company,' ap proved December 21st, 1882," approved December 26, A. D. 1884. A J oint Resolution (H. J. R. ) to provide for the payment of the expenses incurred by the Board of Visitors of the South Carolina Military Academy in repairs of the Citadel Buildings. An A ct to amend Section 618 of the General Statutes of South Carolina, relating to the repairs of highways. An A ct to amend the charter of the Eutawville Railroad Company. An A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Or angeburg and Lowiedale Railroad Company," approved December 26th, 1885. TUESDAY, D ECEMBER 21, 1886. 335 An A ct to amend the charter of " The Holy Communion Church Institute" of Charleston. An A ct to repeal an Act entitled "An Act to prohibit the sale of spirituous or malt liquors within the County of Barnwell, approved December 21, 1883. An A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act to amend Section 1830 of the General Statutes, in relation to partition," approved December 26th, 1885. An A ct recharter Holley's Perry across Big Saluda River in Edge field County. An A ct to incorporate the American Savings Bank. An A ct to recharter the Palmetto Job Printing Company. An A ct to ratify the amendment to Article II of the Constitution of South Carolina by adding thereto a Section, to be known as Sec tion 4 thereof, in lieu of Sections i and 5 of said Article as it now stands. An A ct to confer certain rights upon the Port Royal and Western Carolina Railway Company, to wit, to mortgage its corporate prop erty and franchises, to extend its railway and to lease connecting railways. An A ct to reduce the number of Trial Justices in Kershaw County and make the office a salaried one. *An A ct to exempt certain jiortions of Chesterfield County from the operation of Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes, relating to the Stock Law. An A ct to authorize the City Board of School Commissioners of the City of Charleston to use certain funds in aid of the repairs made necessary for the public school buildings by reason of the dam age by earthquake. An A ct to incorporate the Ashley Phosphate Company. An A ct repeal an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Town of Rumphvillo, in the County of Colleton," approved December 26th, A. D. 1885. An A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate Hugue not Mills." An A ct to authorize the Board of County Commissioners of Green ville County to issue coupon bonds for the purpose of refunding the indebtedness of said County, falling due in July, 1887, upon bonds issued in aid of the Atlantic and Richmond Air Line Railway Com pany, or to borrow money to pay off the same. An A ct to provide for transporting persons convicted to the Penitentiary by the Penitentiary Guards. An A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the 336 T UESDAY, DECEMBER 21, 1886. Blackville a nd Alston Railroad Company," approved December 24, 1885. An A ct to amend Section 481 of the General Statutes of the State of South Carolina, in reference to the salary of the Lieutenaut Gov ernor. An A ct to vest in the City Council of Charleston the fee to a lot of land on the East side of King street, in the City of Charleston, for the purpose of erecting a police station house . An A ct to provide for the issue of a deficiency bond or stock to Octavius A. White, in satisfaction of the guarantee of the State on a certain bond of the Spartanburg and Union Railroad Company. An A ct to amend the charter of the Charleston Base Ball Club. An A ct to amend Section 1 of an Act entitled "An Act to fix the time for the holding of the Courts in the Seventh Circuit, so far as the same relates to the Counties of Newberry and Spartanburg. " An A ct to authorize the County Treasurer of Berkeley County to pay the County bonds becoming due and payable January, 1887. On m otion of Mr. ANSEL, the House receded from business at 3 o'clock until 7:30 P. M.

RECESS. The S PEAKER resumed the chair at 7:30 P. M. SPECIAL O RDER Immediately After Third Reading Bills. On motion of Mr. A. F. O'BRIEN, A B ill to increase the royalty on phosphate deposits in navigable streams and waters in this State, and provide for the collection of the same, was made the Special Order of the Day for Friday at 12 o'clock M. after the meeting of the next session. UNFINISHED B US [NESS. A B ill to restrict the duties of County Commissioners of Sumter County as to paupers was continued to the next session. Mr. J. P. THOMAS of Richland presented fAccount o John T. Sloan, Clerk of the House of Representatives, for manuscript Journal. Also, fAccount o R. L. Bryan & Co., for stationery, &c Which w ere severally referred to the Committee on Accounts. TUESDAY, D ECEMBER 21, 1886. 337 The H ouse proceeded to the consideration of GENERAL ORDERS. Reportf o the Committee on Claims on Claim of R. M. Stokes for ad vertising notices for State and Congressional elections for $18.00 was agreed to, and the same was withdrawn from the files of the House by Mr. McKISSICK. Reportn o Claim of Winthrop Williams for 830.00 for services as Clerk of the State Board of Equalization, was agreed to and sen* to the Senate for concurrence. A B ill (Senate) to submit the question of license for the sale of spi rituous, malt and intoxicating liquors in Anderson and Laurens Counties to the qualified electors thereof, aud providing penalties for the viola tion, evasion or attempted evasion of the Prohibition Law if a majority of said electors vote in favor thereof, was taken up for a second reading. Mr. B RAWLEY moved to continue the Bill to next session, and the question being put : " Will the House agree thereto ?" it was decided in the negative. The y eas and nays were requested and are as follows : Those who voted in the affirmative are : HoN. J ames Sihons, Speaker, and Messrs. Aldrich, Barkley, Braw- ley, Brice, Cappelmaun, Chandler, Dukes, Ficken, S. P. Hamilton, Lee, Mears, Moses, Pope, Toale and J. Frost Walker.— 16. Those w ho voted in the negative are : Messrs. A nsel, Archer, Austell, Barmore, Baxter, Board, Black, Boozer, Boyle, Brooker, Brown, Browning, Buck, Cain, Chalmers, Cleve land, Conuors, Daniels, Dantzler, Davenport, Douglass, Drake, DuBose, Earle, Easley, Evans, Fox, J no. D. Hamilton, Harper, Hickman, Hough, Hudgeus, Hutson, Irby, Johnston, Jordan, Keitt, Kershaw, King, Lawton, Mason, McDaniel, McKissick, Miles, Lovick P. Miller Mims, Mori-all, Norton, A. F. O'Brien, Ott, Parker, Peurifoy, Plowden, Rankin, Raysor, Robinson, Rue, Rutland, Sally, Sarratt, Shaffer, Shaw, Simpson, Stewart, John P. Thomas of Richland, J. P. Thomas of Union, Tlndal, .Turner, W. M. Walker, Washington, Wharton, H. Frank Wil son, W. B. Wilson, Jr., and Young. — 72. So t he House refused to agree to the motion to continue to the next session. Mr. C APPELMANN moved to strikeout the enacting words of the Bill. Mr. I RBY moved to lay the motion on the table; and the question being put: "Will the House agree thereto?" the yeas aud nays were requested, and are as follows. The q uestion was decided in the affirmative. 3Yeas, 6 ; nays, 38. 28— HJ 338 T UESDAY, DECEMBER 21, 1886. Those w ho voted in the affirmative are : Messrs. A nsel, Archer, Austell, Barmore, Baxter, Beard, Bigham, Black, Boozer, Boyle, Brice, Brooker, Brown, Browning, Causey, Chal mers, Connors, Daniels, Dantzler, Davenport, Douglass, Drake, DuBose, Earle, Evans, Gary, Harper, Hudgens, Hutson, Irby; Johnston, Jordan, Keitt, Lawton, Mason, McClintock, McDaniel, Miles, Loviek P. Miller, Morrall, Norton, Ott, Parker, Peurifoy, Plowden, Pringle, Rankin, Rob inson, Rutland, Sally, Sarratt, Schaffer, Simpson, Staulaud, Stewart, John P. Thomas of Richland, J. P. Thomas of Union, Tindal, Turner, Washington, Wharton, Wylie and Young. — 63. Those w ho voted in the negative are : Hon. J ames Simons, Speaker, and Messrs. Abney, Aldrich, Ancrum, Barkley, Brawley, Buck, Cain, Cappelrnann, Chandler, Cleveland, Dukes, Easley, Ficken, Pox, John D. Hamilton, S. P. Hamilton, Hough, Hyde, Kershaw, King, Lee, Lesesne, Mears, McHugh, McKis- sick, Mims, Moses, A. F. O'Brien, Padgett, Pope, Raysor, Shaw, Toale, J. Frost Walker, W. M. Walker, H. Frank Wilson and W. B. Wil son, Jr. — 38. So t he House agreed to the motion to lay on the table the motion to strike out the enacting words of the Bill. Mr. K EITT moved to amend Section 1 of the Bill by adding after the word " Oconee " the word " Newberry." Mr. P OPE moved to lay the amendment on the table ; and the ques tion being put : " Will the House agree thereto?" the yeas and nays were requested and are as follows : Yeas, 5 0; nays, 50. Those w ho voted in the affirmative are : Hon. J ames Simons, Speaker, and Messrs. Abney, Aldrich, Ancrum, Ansel, Baxter, Brawley, Brice, Buck, Cain, Cappelmann, Causey, Chan dler, Cleveland, Connors, Davenport, Douglass, Drake, Dukes, Easley, Evans, Ficken, Fox, Gary, S. P. Hamilton, Hickman, Hough, Hudgens, Hutson, Hyde, Kershaw, King, Lee, Lesesne, McDaniel, Lovick P. Miller, Mims, Moses, A. F. O'Brien, Plowden, Pope, Rankin, Raysor, Rue, Shaw, Tindal, J. Frost Walker, H. Frank Wilson, W. B. Wilson, Jr., and Wylie. — 50. Those w ho voted in the negative are : Messrs. A rcher, Barkley, Barmore, Beard, Bigham, Black, Boozer, Boyle, Brooker, Brown, Browning, Chalmers, Daniels, Dantzler, DuBose, Earle, Jno. D. Hamilton, Harper, Irby, Johnston, Jordan, Keitt, Law- ton, Mason, Mears, McHugh, McKissick, Miles, Thomas E. Miller, Morrall, Norton, Olt, Padgett, Parker, Peurifoy, Pringle, Robinson, Rutland, ^ally, Sarratt, Simpson, Stewart, John P.Thomas of Richland, TUESDAY.. D ECEMBER 21, 1886. 339 -J.. P Thomas of Union, Toale, Turner, W. M. Walter, Washington, Wharton and Young.— 50. So t he House refused to lay the motion on the table. And t he question being put: "Will the House agree to the amend ment?" the yeas and nays were requested, and are as follows. The q uestion was decided in the negative. Yeas,6 4 ; nays, 54. Those w ho voted in the affirmative are : Messrs. A rcher, Barmore, Baxter, Beard, Bigham, Black, Boozer, Boyle, Brooker, Brown, Browning, Chalmers, Daniels, Dautzler, DuBose, Earle, Harper, Irby, Johnston, Jordan, Keitt, Lawton, Mason, McKissiok, Miles, Thomas E. Miller, Morrall, Norton, Ott, Padgett, Parker, Peurifoy, Pringle, Robinson, Rutland, Sally, Sarratt, Schaffer, Simpson, Stewart, John P. Thomas of Richland, J. P. Thomas of Union, Turner, W. M. Walker, Wharton and Young. — 46. Those w ho voted in the negative are : Hon. J ames Simons, Speaker, and Messrs. Abney, Aldrich, Ancrum , Ansel, Barkley, Brawley, Brice, Buck, Cain, Cappelmann, Causey, ('hand ler, Cleveland, Connors, Davenport, Douglass, Drake, Dukes, Easley, Evans, Ficken, Fox, Gary, Jno. D. Hamilton, S. P. Hamilton, Hick man, Hough Hudgens, Hutson, Hyde, Kershaw, King, Lee, Lesesne, Mears, McDaniel, Lovick P. Miller, Minis, Moses, A. F. O'Brien, Plow- den, Pope, Rankin, Raysor, Rue, Shaw, Tindal, Toale, J. Frost Walker, Washington, H. Frank Wilson, W. B. Wilson, Jr., and Wylie.— 54. So t he House refused to agree to the amendment. Mr. H YDE moved to amend Section 1 of the Bill by adding after the word "Oconee" the word " Marion." And the question being put: " Will the House agree thereto ? " the question was decided in the nega tive. The y eas and nays were requested and are as follows : Yeas, 4 ; nays, 98. Those w ho voted in the affirmative are: Messrs. B arkley, Hyde, Kershaw and Padgett. — 4. Those w ho voted in the negative are : Hon. J ames Simons, Speaker, and Messrs. Abney, Aldrich, Ancrum, Ansel, Archer, Austell, Barmore, Baxter, Beard, Bigham, Black, Boozer, Boyle, Brawley, Brice, Brooker, Brown, Browning, Buck, Cain, Cappelmann, Causey, Chalmers, Chandler, Cleveland, Connors, Daniels, Dantzler, Davenport, Douglass, Drake, DuBose, Dukes, Earle, Easley, Evans, Ficken, Fox, Gary, Jno. D. Hamilton, S. P. Hamilton, Harper, Hickman, Hough, Hudgens, Hutson, Irby, Johnston, Jordan, Keitt, King. Lawton, Lee, Lesesne, Mason, Mears, McClintock, McDaniel, McKissiok, Miles, Lovick P. Miller, Thomas E. Miller, Minis, Morrall, 340 T UESDAY.. DECEMBEK 21, 1886. Moses, N orton, A. F. O'Brien, Ott, Parker, Peurifoy, Plowden, Pope, Pringle, Raysor, Robinson, Rue, Rutland, Sally, Sarratt, Sohaffer, Shaw, Simpson, Stauland, Stewart, John P. Thomas of Richland, J. P. Thomas of Union, Tindal, Toale, . Turner, J. Frost Walker, W. M. Walker, Washington. Wharton, H. Frank Wilson, W. B. Wilson, Jr., Wylie and Young. — 98. So t he House refused to agree to the amendment. .Mr. L P. MILLER called. the previous question on the whole matter, which was sustained and the main question ordered. Mr. S ARRATT moved to strike out Sections 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12 ; and the question being put : " Will the House agree thereto?" the ques tion was decided in the negative. The y eas and nays were requested and are as follows: 7Yeas, 3 ; nays, 52. Those w ho voted in the affirmative are : Hon. J ames Simons, Speaker, and Messrs. Abney, Aldrich, Barkley, Boyle, Brawley, Brice, Cain, Cappelmann, Chalmers, Chandler, Dukes, Easley, Ficken, Fox, S. P. Hamilton, Harper, Hickman, Hough, Hut- son, Hyde, Lee, Lesesne, Mears, McDaniel, McHugh, McKissick, Mims O'Brien, Padgett, Plowden, Pope, Rankin, Sarratt, W. M. Walker, H. Frank Wilson and W. B. Wilson, Jr.— 37. Those w ho voted in the negative are : Messrs. A nsel, Archer, Austell, Baxter, Beard, Bigham, Black, Boozer, Brooker, Brown, Browning, Causey, Cleveland, Connors, Daniels, Dantzler, Davenport, Drake, DuBose, Earle, Evans, Gary, Hudgens, Irby, Johnston, Jordan, Kfeitt, King, Lawton, Mason, McClintock, Miles, Lovick P. Miller, Morrall, Norton, Ott, Parker, Peurifoy, Raysor, Sally, Shaw, Simpson, Stauland, Stewart, J. P. Thomas of Richlaud, J. P. Thomas of Union, Tindall, Turner, Washington, Wharton, Wylie and Young. — 52. So t he House refused to agree to strike out Sections 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12. The B ill was read the second time, the title amended by inserting Oconee, and ordered to a third reading. Mr. D ANIELS moved to reconsider the vote whereby the Bill was ordered to a third reading, and to lay that motion on the table, which was agreed to. The f ollowing Bills were read the second time and ordered for a third reading to-morrow : A B ill (Senate) to amend Sections 2236 and 2237 of the General Statutes, relating to juries. A B ill (Senate) to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Newberry and Laurens Railroad Company," and to validate all acts and contracts done and made iu pursuance of the same. TUESDAY, D ECEMBER 21, 1886. 341 A B ill (Senate) to amend an Act entitled "An Act to provide funds for the building and completion of the Court House of Marlboro County," approved December 23, 1884. A J oint Resolution (Senate) authorizing and requiring the County School Commissioner of Williamsburg County to pay W. D. Knox his school claim. A B ill (Senate) to amend an Act entitled "An Act respecting Trial Justices in the Counties of Newberry, Edgefield, Anderson, Kershaw, Laurens, Charleston, Berkeley, Pickens and Spartanburg," approved December 26, 1884. A B ill (Senate) to provide for the establishment of a new school dis trict in Marlboro County, and to authorize the levy and collection of a local tax therein. A B ill (Senate) to establish two school districts in Chester County, and to authorize the levy and collection of a local tax therein. A B ill (Senate) to cancel the matriculation obligation of O, J. Bond, Jr., and Thos. P. Harrison to the Board of Visitors of the Military Academy. Title a mended by adding "and to define the manner in which the said Board may hereafter deal with like cases." A B ill (Senate) to authorize and require the County Commissioners of Horry County to establish and keep in repair a public highway in said County. A B ill (Senate) to confer certain powers upon the Town Council of Hodges, Abbeville County. A B ill (Senate) to authorize the City Council of the City of Greenville to issue coupon bonds for the purpose of refunding ten thousand dollars of the indebtedness of said city, falling due July, 1887, upon bonds issued in aid of the Atlanta and Richmond Air Line Railroad Company. A B ill (from the Senate) to regulate the public printing in this State. The f ollowing Bills were laid on the table : A B ill (Senate) to vest in the City Council of Charleston the fee to a lot of land on the East side of King street for the purpose of erecting a police station house. A B ill (Senate) to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the News and Courier Company," approved the 17th day of December, A. D. 1881. A B ill (Senate) to provide for the issue of deficiency bonds or stock to Octavins A. White in satisfaction of the guarantee of the State on a certain bond of the Spartanburg and Union Railroad Company held by him. A B ill (Senate) to amend the charter of the Holy Communion Church Institute of Charleston. 342 W EDNESDAY, DECEMBER 22, 1886. The f ollowing Bills were indefinitely postponed : A B ill (Senate) to incorporate the American Savings Bank. A B ill (Senate) to limit the number of Trial Justices in York County, fix their territorial jurisdiction and provide for their compensation. A B ill (Senate) to amend an Act entitled "An Act for the establish ment of a new school district in the County of Lexington, and to au thorize the levy and collection of a special school tax therein. On m otion of Mr. RAYSOR, the House was adjourned at 11:30 P. M., to meet to-morrow at 10 A. M.

WEDNESDAY, D ECEMBER 22, 1886.

At t he hour to which the House was adjourned the SPEAKER took the chair, and, a quorum being present, the deliberations of the day were opened with prayer to Almighty God by the Rev. Mr. Lindsay. The J ournal of yesterday's proceedings was read and confirmed. PAPERS F ROM THE SENATE. The Senate sent to the House the following Messages :

In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 21, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorab'e body that it refuses to agree to all House amendments to a Bill from the Senate to repeal Sec tion 1040 and to amend Section 1042, Chapter XX, of the General Statutes, entitled " Of the University of South Carolina," and requests a Committee of Conference, and that it appoints on the part of the Senate as members of such Committee Messrs. Edwards, Austin and Munro. Very respectfully, &c, .W. L MAULDIN, President of the Senate.

Whereupon t he SPEAKER appointed Messrs. Hutson, Brawley and Daniels on the part of the House, and a Message was sent to the Senate accordingly. WEDNESDAY, D EOEMBEK 22, 1886. 343 Also, In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 21, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it has con curred in all amendments to Senate Bill to provide for the formation of certain corporations under general laws, and the title has been changed to an Act, and ordered to be enrolled for ratification. Very r espectfully, &c, W.. L MAULDIN, President of the Senate. Also, In t he Senate, Columbia. S. C, December 21, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S enate respectfully requests your honorable body that leave be granted to the Senate to withdraw its Message informing the House of Representatives that it had indefinitely postponed House Bill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Cheraw and Camden Short Line Railroad Company," approved December 24, 1886. Very r espectfully, &c, W.. L MAULDIN, President of the Senate. Also, In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 21, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it has re jected House Bill authorizing a Circuit Judge to direct refreshments to be furnished to a jury. Very r espectfully, &c, W.. L MAULDIN, President of the Senate. * The S enate returned to this House, with amendments, A Bill to charter the Town of Yorkville. in the State of South Caro lina. The amendments were agreed to, the title changed to an Act, and ordered to be enrolled for ratification, and a Message ordered to be sent to the Senate accordingly. Also, A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to prohibit the sale of spirituous liquors in the Town of Union, in this State," approved De cember 26, A. D. 1884. The a mendments were agreed to, the title changed to an Act, and 344 W EDNESDAY. DECEMBER 22, 1886. ordered t o be enrolled for ratification, and a Message ordered to be sent to the Senate accordingly. Also, A B ill to exempt certain portions of Berkeley and Charleston Counties from the operation of Chapter XXVII, Title X, of the General Statutes, relating to the General Stock Law and fencing stock. Which w as read the first time and referred to the Committee on Ag riculture. . T he SPEAKER called, in alphabetical order of Counties, for Peti tions, Memorials, Presentments of Grand Juries, Returns of C immission- ers, and such like papers, and for Resolutions, Bills or motions. On m otion of Mr. L. B. O'BRIEN, the call by Counties was dis pensed with for this day. Mr. E ASLEY presented fPetition o sundry citizens of Dacusville Township, Pickens County, for passage of a Bill to stay sales of all lands, &c Which was referred to the Judiciary Committee. The SPEAKER called for

REPORTSF O STANDING COMMITTEES.

Mr. P ARKER, from the Judiciary Committee, asked to be discharged from further consideration of the Governor's Message and Memorial of Farmers' Convention ; which was so ordered. Mr. N ELSON submitted Report of the Special Joint Committee on accounts, &c, of State Treasurer, 1885-86. Which w as ordered to be spread upon the Journal and laid on the table :

F,EPORT O THE SPECIAL JOINT COMMITTEE ON EXAMINATION OF THE Books, A ccounts and Vouchers of the State Treasurer. The J oint Committee appointed under a Concurrent Resolution of the Senate and House of Representatives to examine the accounts of the State Treasurer, in accordance with the provisions of Sections 577, 578 and 579 and 580 of the General Statutes, beg leave respectfully to report that said Committee has made a thorough examination of the receipts and disbursements and all matters connected with said office for the fiscal year ending the 31st day of October, 1886, find no error in the books and accounts of said Treasurer, and that all payments made by him during the period aforesaid have been legally made and are duly and properly vouched for. The b ank books of said Treasurer show that the amount reported as WEDNESDAY, D ECEMBER 22, 1886. 345 ncash i the Treasury on the 31st day of October, 1885, to wit, $133,506.41, was at that date deposited in the following banks, viz.:

Central N ational Bauk, Columbia $33,413 88 Carolina N ational Bank, Columbia.. 35,499 07 People's N ational Bauk, Charleston 13,376 63 First N ational Bank, Charleston 9,507 86 Bankf o Charleston 9,833 32 South C arolina Loan and Trust Company, Charleston - 8,352 33 Carolina S avings Bauk, Charleston ,. 5,359 28 Hibernian S avings Institution, Charleston 2,274 25 National B auk, Sumter 6,960 59 National B auk, Spartanburg 8,929 20

nCash i Treasury October 31st, 1885 $133,506 41

And s aid bank books also show that the amount reported in cash jn the Treasury on the 31st day of October, 1886, are deposited in the fol lowing banks, viz.: Central N ational Bank, Columbia $33,667 28 Carolina N ational Bank, Columbia , 27,568 37 People's N ational Bank, Charleston.. 4,945 79 First N ational Bank, Charleston 6,740 87 Bankf o Charleston, Charleston 6,287 60 South C arolina Loan and Trust Company, Charleston 7,155 47 Carolina S avings Bank, Charleston 976 41 Hibernian S avings Institution 675 15 National B ank of Sumter 5,130 40 National B ank, Spartanburg 410 37 Commercial B ank, Columbia 3,250 99

nCash i Treasury, October 31st, 1886 $96,808 70 The a bove amounts were deposited in the above named banks by the State Treasurer, they being the banks designated by the Financial Board of the State. , The C ommittee found the books showing the transaction in reference to the bouds and stocks of the State accurately kept ; and the manner in which this duty has been discharged reflects great credit upon the State Treasurer and his clerks and assistants, said books showing the whole transactions in bouds and stocks plainly and particularly. On page 14 of the State Treasurer's Report will be found in a plain and concise form the various receipts for ilie fiscal year just closed. We 29— H J WEDNESDAY, D ECEMBER 22, 1886. have m ade a careful examination into each of the items, and find the same correct, and deem it unnecessary to reiterate here what is there 90 well and hriefly stated. The C ommittee beg leave further to report that their examination ex tended one month into the present fiscal year, viz., to the 1st day of December, 1886, and did this as they deemed it advisable to wind up the transactions of the outgoing Treasurer. They found for said month his receipts and disbursements properly vouched, and the balance of money, books, etc, pertaining to his office were properly receipted to him by the present incumbent, the Hon. I. S. Bamberg. The C ommittee take pleasure in calling attention to the excellent management and conduct of this important office, the affairs of which have been conducted in such a manner as to merit the approval of the public, and too much praise cannot be given to the ex-Treasurer and his clerks and assistants. Allf o which is respectfully submitted. , T. B. CREWS. On t he part of the Senate. O. L. SCHUMPERT, P. H. NELSON, On the part of the House.

Mr. C HANDLER made a favorable Report of Committee on Acounts on accounts of John D. Brown, Sergeant-at-Arms, which was considered immediately and agreed to. Mr. D OUGLASS, from the Committee on Enrolled Acts, reported the following Acts as properly engrossed for third reading : An A ct to incorporate the Supreme Council of the Sons of the Elect. An A ct to prohibit the County Commissioners of York County from granting aid to outside poor except as herein provided. An A ct to define and prescribe the manner of appointing Commis sioners and the issuing of the writ for the admeasurement of dower in the Circuit Court. An A ct to exempt certain portions of Georgetown County from the operatons of the General Stock Law. A B ill to ratify the amendment to Section 14 of Article IX of the Constitution of the State of South Carolina was read a third time, and the question being put : " Shall the Bill pass ?" the yeas and nays were ordered under the provisions of the Constitution and are as follows : Yeas, 1 08 ; nays, 4. Those w ho voted in the affirmative are : Hon. J ames Simons, Speaker, and Messrs. A.bney, Aldrich, Ancrum, Ansel, Archer, Austell, Barkley, Barmore, Baxter, Beard, Bigham, WEDNESDAY. D ECEMBER 32, 1886. 34? Blackwell, B lack, Boozer, Boyle, Brawley, Brice, Brooker, Brown, Browning, Buck, Burke, Byrd, Cain, Causey, Chalmers, Chandler, Cleve land, Daniels, Dantzler, Davenport, Douglass, Drake, DuBose, Dukes, Earle, Easley, Evans, Ficken, Fox, Gary, Graham, Guess, John D. Ham ilton, S. P. Hamilton, Harper, Hickman, Hill, Hough, Hudgens, Hut- son, Hyde, Irby, Johnston, Jordan, Keitt, Kershaw, King, Lawton, League, Lee, Lesesne, Mars, Mason, Mears, MeCiintock, McDaniel, McHugh, McKissick, Miles, B. F. Miller, Loviek P. Miller, Mims, Morrall, Moses, Nelson, Norton, A. F. O'Brien, Ott, Padgett, Parker, Peurifoy, Plowden, Pringle, Rankin, Raysor, Robinson, Rutland, Sally, Sarratt, Seegers, Schaffer, Shaw, Stanland, Stewart, John P. Thomas of Richland, J. P. Thomas of Union, Tindal, Toale, Turner, J. Frost Walker, Whar ton, H. Frank Wilson, W. B. Wilson, Jr., Wimberly, Wylie and Young.— 108. Those w ho voted in the negative are : Messrs. T homas E. Miller, Pope, Rue and Washington. — 4. So t he Bill passed, two-thirds of the whole representation voting therefor. The title was changed to an Act and ordered to be enrolled for ratification. Mr. P OPE, from the Joint Committee of Conference to whom was re ferred the differences between the Houses on "A Bill to fix the manner of publication of the annual statements of County officers," made a Report, which was agreed to, aud a Message was sent to the Senate accordingly. Mr. M OSES, from the Joint Committee of Conference to whom was referred the differences between the two Houses on "A Bill relating to the reassessment of real property aud collection of taxes in certain por tions of the Counties of Charleston, Berkeley and Colleton," made a Report, which was agreed to, and a Message was ordered to be sent to the Senate accordingly. SPECIAL O RDER. For 12 O'Clock M. Joint A ssembly for the purpose of electing a Judge for the Eighth Judicial Circuit. The S enate attended in the House at 12 o'clock meridian. The P RESIDENT of the Senate announced that the two Houses had met in Joint Assembly to elect a Judge for the Eighth Circuit, and that nominations were now in order. The C lerk of the Senate read the Concurrent Resolution relating thereto. The f ollowing nominations were made: W. H. Parker, Ellis G. Gray- don, T. Q. Donaldson, J. J. Norton, B. F. Whitner. 348 W EDNESDAY, DECEMBER 22, 1886. The P RESIDENT announced Senator Youmans as 'feller on the part of the Senate. The S PEAKER announced Messrs. Abney and Jordan as Tellers on the part of the House. The C lerk called the roll of the Senate, when the Senators voting de posited their ballots in the ballot box. The C lerk called the roll of the House, the members voting depositing their votes in the ballot box. The T ellers reported :

Total n umber of votes deposited 152 Necessary t o a choice 77 That M r. J. J. Norton had received 57 That M r. W. H. Parker had received 42 That M r. B. F. White had received 30 That M r. Ellis G. Graydon had received 14 That M r. T. Q. Donaldson had received 8 That M r. J. F. Izlar had received 1 The P RESIDENT announced that no one had received a majority of the votes deposited. The J oint Assembly then proceeded to a second ballot. The C lerk called the roll of the Senate, the Senators voting depositing their ballots in the ballot box. The C lerk called the roll of the House, the members voting depositing their ballots in the ballot box. The T ellers reported :

fNumber o votes deposited 151 Necessary t o a choice 76 That M r. W. H. Parker had received 41 That M r. J. J. Norton had received 59 That M r. B. F. Whitner had received 34 That M r. Ellis G. Graydon had received 10 That M r. T. Q. Donaldson had received 6 That M r. J. F. Izlar had received 1 The P RESIDENT announced that no one had received a majority of the votes deposited. The J oint Assembly then proceeded to a third ballot. The C lerk called the roll of the Senate, when the Senators voted, de positing their votes in the ballot box. The C lerk called the roll of the House, the members when voting de positing their votes in the ballot box. WEDNESDAY. D ECEMBER 22, 1886. 349 The T ellers reported : Whole n umber of votes deposited 152 Necessary t o a choice 77 That M r. J. J. Norton had received 66 That M r. W. H. Parker had received 44 That M r. B. F. Whitner had received 36 TJiat M r. T. Q. Donaldson had received 5 That M r. J. F. Izlar had received 1 The P RESIDENT announced that no one had received a majority of the votes deposited. The J oint Assembly proceeded to a fourth ballot. The C lerk of the Senate called the roll of the Senate, when the Sena tors voted, depositing their votes in the ballot box. The C lerk of the House called the roll of the House, when the mem bers voted, depositing their votes in the ballot box. The T ellers reported : Whole n umber of votes deposited 150 Necessary t o a choice 76 That M r. J. J. Norton had received 71 That M r. W H. Parker had received 47 That M r. B. F. Whitner had received 31 That M r. J. F. Izlar had received 1 The P RESIDENT announced that no one had received a majority of the votes deposited. The J oint Assembly proceeded to a fifth ballot. The C lerk of the Senate called the roll of the Senate, the Senators when voting depositing their votes in the ballot box. The C lerk of the House called the roll of the House, the members when voting depositing their votes in the ballot box. The T ellers reported : Whole n umber of votes deposited 151 Necessary t o a choice 76 .J.That J Norton had received 93 .That W H. Parker had received 56 That. J F. Izlar had received 1 .F.That B Whitner had received 1 Whereupon t he PRESIDENT announced that Mr. Joseph J. Norton, having received a majority of the ballots cast, is duly elected Judge of the Eighth Judicial Circuit. • 350 W EDNESDAY, DECEMBER 22, 1886. The P RESIDENT of the Senate stated that the election of seven Trustees of the South Carolina University was now in order. The C lerk of the Senate read the Concurrent Resolution in relation thereto. The P RESIDENT stated that nominations were in order. The following nominations were made : C.. H Situonton, J.. F Izlar, .B. W Edwards, John B ratton, Paul. F Hammond, J.. A Sligh, Robert H enry, W. G . Hinson, J.. D Blanding, J.. F J. Caldwell, R.. W Boyd, W.. C Coker, .F. W McMaster, .A. C Haskell. The P RESIDENT appointed Senator Rhame Teller on the part of the Senate. The S PEAKER appointed Messrs. League and Evans Tellers on the part of the House. The C lerk of the Senate called the roll of the Senate, when thirty-two Senators voted viva voce. The C lerk of the House of Representatives called the roll of the House, when one hundred aud seven members voted viva voce. The T ellers reported : Whole n umber of votes given 139 Necessary t o a choice 70 .That J F. Izlar received 124 That J ohn Bratton received .* 113 .That C H. Simonton received 109 .That A C. Haskell received 105 That P aul F. Hammond received 93 .That W C. Coker received 67 That. B W. Edwards received 67 That. J A. Sligh received 58 .That F W. McMaster received : 58 That R obert Henry received 48 That. W G. Hinson received 48 That. J F. J. Caldwell received. 33 That. R W. Boyd received 23 That. J E. Tindal received 2 That. T Q. Donaldson received 1 WEDNESDAY, D ECEMBER 22, 1886. Sol Whereupon t he PRESIDENT announced that Messrs. J. F. Izlar, John Bratton, C. H. Simonton, A. C. Haskell and Paul F. Hammond were duly elected Trustees of the South Carolina University, and that there was no election as to the other two vacancies. On m otion of Mr. BARKLEY, the Joint Assembly took a recess until 7 o'clock P. M. The S enate returned to their Chamber.

FLEAVE O ABSENCE. Mr. B UCK asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague, Mr. Hickman, from 1 o'clock P. M. Thursday to the close of the session. Mr. B OYLE asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague, Mr. STANLAND, for Thursday, 23d inst. Mr. A NSEL gave notice the he would on to-morrow introduce a Resolution that the fiftieth rule of the House be suspended for the rest of the session. On m otion of Mr. ANSEL, the House receded from business until 6 55P. M.

RECESS. The S PEAKER resumed the chair at 6:55 P. M. The Senate returned to this House, with concurrence, Report of the Committee on Claims on Petition of B. W. Edwards for abatement of taxes for $491. Also, on Claimf o B. F. Mauldin, executor of estate of J. P. Reed, for interest from January, 1877, to January, 1878, on certificate of stock. Also, on Claimsf o the State Board of Equalization. Also, on Petitionf o Wm. Russell to refund taxes. Also, on fClaim o Edward McCrady as a member of the State Board of Can vassers. Also, on fClaim o G. Duncan Bellinger, for services as Solicitor pro tempore. Also, sent to this House, Concurrent R esolution relating to Memorial submitted by Theodor Wenzel, which was agreed to, and returned to the Senate, with concur rence. 352 W EDNESDAY, DECEMBER 22, 1886. Mr. B LACKWELL, from the Joint Committee to investigate the phosphate interest of the State, made a Report, and reported a Concur rent Resolution, to wit: Resolved b y the House of Representatives, the Senate concurring, That the Joint Committee appointed to investigate the status of the phosphate interest of the State be, and they are hereby, authorized and directed to sit at such times and place as they may deem best, and conduct the exam ination directed in the Concurrent Resolutions under which the said Committee was appointed, after the adjournment of the General Assem bly, with the same compensation as members of the General Assembly receive: Provided, That said Committee shall not receive compensation for more than fifteen days, and such Committee shall have leave to report by Bill or otherwise. Which w as agreed to, and ordered to be sent to the Senate for concur rence. JOINT A SSEMBLY RECONVENED. The S enate attended in the House at 7 P. M. for the election of two Trustees of the South Carolina University. The C lerk of the Senate called the roll of the Senate, and 32 Senators voted viva voce. The C lerk of the House called the roll of the House, and 106 mem bers v oted viva voce. The Tellers reported : Whole n umber of votes cast 138 Necessary t o a choice 70 That M r. Robert Henry had received 90 That M r. W. C. Coker had received 85 That M r. B. W. Edwards had received 53 That M r. J. A. Sligh had received 45 The P RESIDENT announced that Messrs. Robert Henry and W. C. Coker, having received a majority of the votes given, were duly elected Trustees of the University of South Carolina. The P RESIDENT then announced that the Joint Assembly was dis solved, and the Senators retired to their Chamber. The S enate returned to this House, with amendments, A B ill to limit the number of Trial Justices in certain Counties of this State, to provide for fixing their territorial jurisdiction and for the manner and amount of their compensation. The H ouse refused to agree to certain amendments, and a Message was ordered to be sent to the Senate accordingly. WEDNESDAY, D ECEMBER 22, 1886. 353 Mr. H UTSON, from the Committee of Conference, made the follow ing Report, which was considered immediately, agreed to, and a Message was ordered to be sent to the Senate accordingly : Columbia, S . C, December 22, 1886. The C ommittee on Conference, to whom was referred a Senate Bill to repeal Section 1040 and to amend Section 1042, Chapter XX, of the General Statutes, entitled " Of the University of South Carolina," for the purpose of adjusting the diff rences between the two Houses, respectfully report that they have duly and carefully considered the same, and recommend that the Senate agree to the first House amend ment, which strikes out the words " not less than " and inserting in lieu thereof " be," so as to read, &c, &c And further, that the second House amendment be agreed to by the Senate, with the following words inserted after the word "pay:" "and whose parents or guardians are unable to pay," so as to read : " Provided, further, That the Faculty of the said University may grant beneficiary scholarships without the pay ment of any fees to such competent and deserving youths of the State as may be unable, and whose parents or guardians are unable to pay the same ; aud Trustees of said University shall prescribe such rules and regulations as may be proper to confine the enjoyment of the privilege to those whose whose necessities require it." And they further recom mend that the following words be retained, aud be made to form the concluding words of the Section, after the foregoing amendment, to wit : " This beneficiary provision may at any time be withdrawn from any student, in the discretion of the Faculty." Allf o which is respectfully submitted. .C. J C. HUTSON, WM. H. BRAWLEY, JOHN W. DANIELS, House C ommittee: B. W. EDWARDS, J. T. AUSTIN, WILLIAM MUNRO, Senate C ommittee. Mr. C LEVELAND, from the Committee on Conference, made the following Report, which was considered immediately, agreed to, aud a Message was ordered to be sent to the Senate accordingly : Columbia, S . C, December 22, 1886. The Committee on Conference, to whom was referred the differences between the two Houses on a Joint Resolution to authorize and empower the County Commissioners of Greenville to borrow money for certain 30— hj 354 W EDNESDAY, DECEMBER 22, 1886. purposes, r espectfully report that they have duly and carefully consid ered the same, aud recommend that the House agree to the Senate amendment to the title of the Joint Resolution, so that it shall read : "A Joint Resolution to authorize and empower the County Commissioners of Greenville, Anderson, Colleton, Spartanburg and Union, respectively, to borrow money for certain purposes ;" and, also, that the House concur in all of the Senate amendments to Section 1, except the inser tion of the word "Colleton ;" and that the following additional provision be inserted after the word " purpose " on line seven of the original Bill, to wit: "and the County Commissioners of Colleton are hereby author ized and empowered to borrow sufficient sums of money for the fiscal year beginning November 1st, 1886, to pay the jurors' tickets and Sheriff's claims in said County." That the House concur in the Senate amendments which add Sections 2 and 3 to the Bill. fAll o which is respectfully submitted. R. M AYES CLEVELAND, A. F. O'BRIEN, T. A. HUDGENS, Committee o n part of House. ' E. B. MURRAY, M. P. HOWELL, J. T. AUSTIN, Committee o n part of Senate. Mr. N ORTON, from the Committee on Conference, made the follow ing Report, which was considered immediately, agreed to, aud'a Mes sage was ordered to be sent to the Senate accordingly : The C ommittee of Conference to whom was referred the differences between the two Houses on a Bill to provide for the establishment of a new school district in Marion County, aad to authorize the levy and collection of a local tax therein, respectfully report that they have duly and carefully considered the same, and recommend that the House agree to the Senate amendments. Allf o which is respectfully submitted. JAMES N ORTON, WM.. H BRAWLEY, W. B LACKBURN WILSON, Jk. The S enate returned to this House, with amendments, A Bill to raise supplies and make appropriations for the fiscal year commencing November 1, 1886. The H ouse agreed to all of the Senate amendments, the title changed WEDNESDAY, D ECEMBER 22. 1886. 355 ton a Act, and ordered to be enrolled for ratification, and a Message sent to the Senate accordingly. The f ollowing Message was received from the Senate :

In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 22, 1886. Mr. Speaker and, Gentlemen of the Hous$ of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it agrees to the Report of the Committee of Conference to adjust the difference of the two Houses in relation to a Bill for the reassessment of property and the collection of taxes in certain portions of the Counties of Charleston, Berkeley and Colleton. Also, a grees to Report of the Committee of Conference in relation to a Bill to fix the mauner of publication of the annual statements of County officers. Also, a grees to the Report of the Committee of Conference on a Joint Resolution to authorize and empower the County Commissioners of Greenville to borrow money for certain purposes. Very r espectfully, &c, W.. L MAULDIN, President of the Senate. Whereupon a B ill to fix the manner of publication of the annual statements of County officers was amended in conformity with the Report of the Committee of Conference, the title changed to an Act, and ordered to be enrolled for ratification, and a Message was ordered to be sent to the Senate accordingly. The S enate returned to the House, with amendments, A Bill to provide for the issuing of license to sell spirituous and intox icating liquors, ale, malt and wine in Berkeley and Beaufort Counties. The H ouse agreed to all Senate amendments, the title of the Bill changed to an Act and ordered to be enrolled for ratification, and a Mes sage was ordered to be sent to the Senate accordingly. The Senate returned to this House, with amendments, A Bill to provide for the completion of the main building of the State House. The f ollowing Message was received from the Senate : In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 22, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it insists upon its amendments, as indicated in your Message, in relation to a Bill to make appropriations to meet the ordinary expenses of the State Gov 356 W EDNESDAY, DECEMBER 22, 1886. eminent f or the fiscal year commencing November 1st, 1886, and it re quests a Committee of Conference on the difference of the two Houses in relation thereto, and that it has appointed as such Committee on the part of the Senate Messrs. .Murray, Izlar and Sligh. [Whereupon t he SPEAKER appointed Messrs. Ficken, Pope and Dantzler on the part of the House.] Also, tThat i insists upon the amendments, as indicated in your Message, in relation to a Bill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to charter the Chester aud Camden Railroad Company," approved February 9, 1882, and that it requests a Committee of Conference in relation thereto, and that it has appointed on the part of the Senate, to constitute such Com mittee, Messrs. Patterson, Crews and Smith. [Whereupon t he SPEAKER appointed Messrs. S. P. Hamilton, An- crum and Rutland on the part of the House.] Also, tThat i has rejected a (House) Bill to amend Section 1 of an Act to prohibit the sale of spirituous or intoxicating liquors within the Town of Lancaster, in Lancaster County. Also, Thatt i has rejected a (House) Bill to amend Section 1687 of the Gen eral Statutes, relating to the hunting of deer. Verv r espectfully, &c, W.. L MAULDIN, President of the Senate. The H ouse agreed to all Senate amendments, the title changed to an Act and ordered to be enrolled for ratification, and a Message was ordered to be sent to the Senate accordingly. The S enate returned to this House, with amendments, A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to exempt certain Counties herein named from the operations of Chapter XXVII, Title X, of the General Statutes, relating to the General Stock Law. The H ouse agreed to all Senate amendments, the title changed to an Act and ordered to be enrolled for ratification, and a Message was ordered to be sent to the Senate accordingly. The S enate sent to this House A B ill (S. B.) relating to the Winthrop Training School for teachers. Which was read the first time and referred to the Committee on In corporations. WEDNESDAY, D ECEMBER 22, 1886. 357 MESSAGE F ROM THE GOVERNOR. Message N o. 3 from his Excellency the Governor was presented to the House by Mr. Louis P. Chazal, Private Secretary. The Message was read, as follows : Executive C hamber, Columbia, S. C, December 22, 1886. Gentlemen of the General Assembly : I h ave the honor to inform you that I have approved the following Acts : ' n(8.) A Act amending the charter of the Eutawville Railroad. n(9.) A Act to incorporate the Commercial Savings Bank. n(10.) A Act to provide for the issue of a deficiency bond or stock to Octavins A. White in satisfaction of the guarantee of the State' on a certain bond of the Spartanburg and Union Railroad Company held by him. (11.)n A Act to amend the charter of the Holy Communion Church Institute of Charleston. (12.)n A Act to amend the charter of the Charleston Base Ball Club. (13.)n A Act to recharter Holley's Ferry across Big Saluda River, in Edgefield County. (14.)n A Act to amend Section 618 of the General Statutes of South Carolina, relating to the repair of highways. (15.)n A Act to provide for transporting persons convicted to the Penitentiary by the Penitentiary guards. (16.)n A Act to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate Huguenot Mills." (17.)n A Act to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Blackville and Alston Railroad Company," approved December 24th, 1885. n(18.) A Act to incorporate the Ashley Phosphate Company. n(19.) A Act to reduce the number of Trial Justices in Kershaw County and make the office a salaried one. (20.)n A Act to make appropriations for the payment of the per diem, mileage and stationery certificates of the members of the General Assembly, the salaries of the subordinate officers and employees thereof, and for other purposes herein mentioned. J.. P RICHARDSON, Governor. A J oint Resolution to authorize and empower the County Commis sioners of Greenville to borrow money for certain purposes was amended in conformity with the Report of the Committee of Conference and ordered to be enrolled, and a Message was ordered to be sent to the Senate accordingly. 358 W EDNESDAY, DECEMBER 22, 1886. The f ollowing Message was received from the Senate: In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 22, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it concurs in all amendments of the House of Representatives relating to a Bill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Newberry and Laurens Railroad Company," aud to validate all acts and contracts done and made in pursuance of the same. It a lso concurs in all amendments of the House of Representatives to a Bill to amend Sections 2236 and 2237 of the General Statutes, in re lation to juries; and that the title of each Bill has been changed to an Act and ordered to be enrolled for ratification. Very r espectfully, &c, W.. L MAULDIN, President o f the Senate. The f ollowing Message was received from the Senate: In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C;, December 22, 1886. Mr.' Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it has re jected the following House Bills : A B ill to regulate the traffic in seed cotton. A B ill to amend Section 2518 of the General Statutes, in relation to trade in seed cotton. A B ill to amend Sections 253 and 254 of General Statutes, relating to Township aud County Boards of Equalization. Also, h as indefinitely postponed A B ill to amend Section 1467 of the General Statutes, relating te running trains on Sunday. Very r espectfully, &c, W.. L MAULDIN, President of the Senate. Mr. F ICKEN, from the Committee on Conference, made the follow ing Report, which was considered immediately, agreed to, and a Message was ordered to be sent to the Senate accordingly : The C ommittee of Conference to whom was referred the differences be tween the two Houses on "A Bill to make appropriations to meet the ordinary expenses of the State Government for the fiscal year commenc ing November 1st, 1886," respectfully report that they have met aud conferred, aud have agreed to the followiug suggestions : 1st. T hat the Senate recede from its proposed amendmeut to paragraph WEDNESDAY, D ECEMBER 22, 1886. 359 4 o f Section 6 of the Bill, being a provision relating to tuition fees in the South Carolina University. 2d. T hat the Senate recede from its pproosed amendment to paragraph 2 of Section 7 of the Bill, reducing the per diem of Directors of the Peni: tentiary to three dollars. 3d. T hat the Senate recede from its proposed amendment striking from paragraph 2 of Section 7 of the Bill the clause appropriating ten thousand dollars for the construction of the centre building of the Peni tentiary, and that said clause be restored t'> the Bill, and that the first word thereof " for" be stricken out and the word " toward " substituted in lieu thereof, and the word " ten " be stricken therefrom and the word " two " substituted in lieu thereof muking the appropriation " two " instead of " ten " thousand dollars. 4th. T hat the Senate recede from its proposed amendment to para graph 3 of Section 7 of the Bill, reducing the per diem of the Regents of the Lunatic Asylum to three dollars. 5th. T hat the House concur with the Senate in its proposed amend ment striking out from paragraph 9 of Section 8 of the Bill the word " twelve" and substituting in lieu thereof the word "fifteen." 6th. T hat the House concur with the Senate in its proposed amend ment striking out from .paragraph 12 of Section 8 of the Bill the word "eight " and substituting in lieu thereof the word " ten." 7th. T hat there be added to the Bill the following Section, to be known as Section 1 2 : " S ection 12. That the sum of twelve hundred dollars, if so much be necessary, be appropriated to pay the per diem, mileage and necessary expenses of the Committee to investigate the status of the phosphate interests of the State, to be paid upon the warrant of the Comptroller General, upon the filing with him of an itemized .statement of such per diem, mileage and necessary expenses." That t he numbers of Sections 12 and 13 of the Bill be changed, re spectively, to 13 and 14. 8th. T hat with respect to all other differences they have failed to agree. Respectfully s ubmitted. JOHN. F FICKEN, SAMPSON POPE, C. G. DANTZLER, On t he part of the House. E. B. MURRAY, JAMES F. IZLAR, J. A. SLIGH, On t he part of the Senate. 360 W EDNESDAY, DECEMBER 22, 1886. Mr. H YDE, from the Committee on Ways aud Means, made a favor able Report, with amendments, on A B ill (Senate) in relation to forfeited lauds in this State. Which was ordered for consideration to-morrow. The f ollowing Bills were read the second time and ordered to a third reading : A B ill (Senate) to ratify and confirm the Act of consolidation of the Charleston, Cincinnati and Chicago Railroad Company to and with the Rutherford Railway Construction Company aud the Rutherford ton, Marion and Tennessee Railway Company, under the name of the Charles ton, Cincinnati and Chicago Railroad Company. A B ill (Senate) to validate and confirm certain townships and town subscriptions to the corporation now named the Atlantic and North western Railroad Company. A B ill (Senate) to regulate the number aud pay of Trial Justices in criminal actions in Chesterfield County. A J oint Resolution (Senate) providing for the disposition of certain unclaimed drafts in the hands of the County Commissioners of Colleton County and the funds applicable thereto. A J oint Resolution (Senate) (unfavorable) authorizing the Comp troller General to reduce the assessment of the real estate of Mrs. Nancy Berry and to abate the taxes due by her. A B ill (Senate) (favorable) to provide a more efficient system of working the public roads in Anderson County. The f ollowing Bills were read a second time and ordered for a third reading to-morrow : A J oint Resolution (Senate) relating to the services of the Attor ney General in the Revenue Bond Scrip case. , A B ill (Senate) to charter the Yemassee and Walterboro Railroad Company. A B ill (Senate) to incorporate the Greenville, Polk and Rutherford Railroad Company. A B ill (Senate) to amend an Act entitled "An Act to charter the South Bound Railroad Company," approved February 9th, 1882. A B ill (Senate) to authorize and require the County Commissioners of York County to submit to the qualified voters of Broad River Town ship aud Bullock's Creek Township, York County, the question of trans ferring the subscription heretofore voted to the Georgetown and North Carolina Narrow Gauge Railroad Company to any other company after a limited period. A B ill (Senate) to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Town of Hampton Court House," approved December 23, 1879. A Bill (Senate) to authorize the Charleston Calcined Marl Company WEDNESDAY, D ECEMBER 22, 1886. 361 of C harleston County to reduce its capital stock to fourteen thousand dollars. A B ill (Senate) to incorporate the Edisto and Bunch's Ford Tram way Company. A B ill (Senate) to amend the charter of the Town of Chester, ratified and approved December 22d, 1885. A B ill (Senate) to charter "The Spartanburg Encampment Asso ciation." A B ill (Senate) to charter the Bank of Greenwood. A J oint Resolution (Senate) to authorize the Pelzer Manufacturing Company to subscribe to the capital stock of the Atlantic, Greenville and Western Railway Company. A B ill (Senate) to amend an Act entitled "An Act to recharter the Town of Kingstree." A B ill (Senate) to amend Section 2497 of the General Statutes of South Carolina, in relation to setting fire to grass. A B ill (Senate) to amend the law in relation to County Commission ers and County School Commissioners. A B ill (Senate) to strike out Sections 595 and 596 of the General Statutes, relating to the privilege tax on fertilizers, and substitute others in lieu thereof, was taken up for second reading. Mr. H ASKELL moved to strike out the enacting words of the Bill ; and the question being put: " Will the House agree thereto?" the question was decided in the affirmative. The y eas and nays were requested and areas follows: Yeas,5 3 ; nays, 29. Those w ho voted in the affirmative are : Messrs. A nsel, Baxter, Brawley, Brooker, Cain, Cappelmann, Dant- zler, Drake, Dukes, Earle, Easley, Evans, Jno. D. Hamilton, S. P. Hamilton, Haskell, Hudgens, Hutson, Hyde, Jordan, King, Law ton, League, McKissick, Miles, Moses, A. F. O'Brien, Padgett, Parker, Rob inson, Shaw, John P. Thomas of Richland, J. Frost Walker, W. M. Walker, H. Frank Wilson and Young.— 35. Those w ho voted in the negative are: Hon. J ames Simons, Speaker, and Messrs. Aldrich, Bigham, Black, Boozer, Buck, Byrd, Chalmers, Gary, Guess, Harper, Hickman, Irby, Keitt, Kershaw, Mason, Minis, Norton, Plowden, Pope, Ready, Sarratt, Simpson, Stewart, J. P. Thomas of Union, Tindal, Turner, Wharton aud W. B. Wilson, Jr.— 29. The H ouse agreed to the motion to strike out the enacting words of the Bill, and a Message was ordered to be sent to the Senate accordingly.

j31— n 362 T HURSDAY, DECEMBER 23, 1886. The f ollowing Bills were indefiuitely postponed: A B ill (Senate) to regulate the number and pay of Trial Justices and their Constables in Horry County. A B ill (Seuate)to charter the Town of Yorkville in the State of South Carolina. A B ill (Senate) to amend the law in relation to highways and bridges. Mr. E VANS moved that the House do now adjourn. The question being put: " Will the House agree thereto ?'' the yeas and nays were requested and are as follows : Yeas,1 2 ; nays, 41. Those w ho voted in the affirmative are: Messrs. B axter, Brawley, Byrd, Drake, Dukes, Evans, Hudgeus, Hut- son, Irby, Kershaw, King, Law ton, Mason, Moses, Parker, Pope, Tindal, Turner, W. F. Wilson, Wylie and Young. — 21. Those w ho voted in the negative are: Messrs. A ldrich, Ansel, Austell, Bigham, Black. Boyle, Brooker, Browning, Burke, Cain, Cappelmann, Cleveland, Dautzler, Easley, Ficken, Gary, J. D. Hamilton, S. P. Hamilton, Hickman, Hyde, Jordan, Lesesne, McClintock, Miles, Nelson, Norton, O'Brien, Padgett, Plowden, Pringle, Ready, Schaffer, Shaw, Simpson, Stewart, J. P. Thomas of Richland, J. P. Thomas of Union, J. F. Walker, W. M. Walker, Whar ton and W. B. Wilson, Jr.— 41. So t he House refused to agree. On m otion of Mr. IRBY, the House was adjourned at 12:25 A. M. to meet at 10 A. M.

THURSDAY, D ECEMBER 23, 1886.

At t he hour to which the House was adjourned the SPE AKER took the chair, and, a quorum being present, the deliberations of the day were opened with prayer to Almighty God by the Rev. Mr. Lindsay. The J ournal of yesterday's proceedings was read and confirmed. PAPERS F ROM THE SENATE. The Senate sent to this House the following Message: In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 22, 1886. Mr. Speaker aud Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it has recon- THURSDAY, D ECEMBER 23, 1886. 3G3 sidered i ts action whereby it rejected House Bill to amend Sections 253 and 254 of the Geueral Statutes, relating to Township and County Boards of Equalization, and begs leave to inform the House that it has continued the Bill on its Calendar to the next session of the General Assembly. Also, Thatt i has rejected House Bill to amend Section 68 of the General Statutes of South Carolina, relating to phosphate deposits. Also, rejected • A B ill to allow warrants and other process issued by municipal authorities to be executed or served outside of the corporate limits. Very respectfully, &c, .W. L MAULDIN, President of the Senate. Also, In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 22, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S enate respectfully begs leave of your honorable body to with draw its Message whereby the House was informed of the rejection by the Senate of House Bill to amend Section 1687 of the General Statutes, relating to the hunting of deer. Very r espectfully, &c. .W. L MAULDIN, President of the Senate. Leave w as granted. The S enate sent to the House the following Concurrent Resolution : Bet i resolved by the Ssnite, the House concurring, That the action of the Department of Agriculture in inaugurating with the United States Signal Service a system of State weather service is of great value and benefit to the agricultural interest of the State, and that our Senators and Representatives at the national capital are requested to facilitate and advance by such action as they may deem wise and proper the operations of the Signal Service, which is charged with this important duty. Which w as considered immediately and ordered to be returned to the Senate with concurrence. The S PEAKER called, in alphabetical order of Counties, for Peti tions, Memorials, Presentments of Grand Juries, Returns of Commis sioners, and such like papers, and for Resolutions, Bills or motions. On m otion of Mr. SHAW, the call by Counties was dispensed with for this day. 364 T HURSDAY, DECEMBER 23, 1886. Mr.. S P. HAMILTON offered the following Resolution, which was considered immediately and agreed to: The c ertificate for stationery issued to O. A. Wylie, member of this House from Chester, having been lost, it is resolved by this House that a duplicate certificate for five dollars be issued to him in lieu of all stationery. The S PEAKER called for FREPORTS Q STANDING COMMITTEES. Mr. F ICKEN, from the Committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred Petition of citizens of Greenville City, asking that no Bill to allow the property owners of said city to vote on election of issuing bonds be parsed, asked that the Committee be discharged from further consideration of the same, and recommended that it be laid on the table; which was so ordered. Mr. P ARKER, from the Judiciary Committee, asked to be dis charged from the further consideration of Petition of sundry citizens of Dacusville Township, in Pickens County, for the passage of a Bill to stay sale of all lands, &c, and that the same be laid on the table ; which was so ordered. Mr. C HANDLER, from the Committee on Accounts, made a favora ble Report on Account of John T. Sloan, Clerk of the House of Repre sentatives; which was considered immediately and agreed to. Mr. D OUGLASS, from the Committee on Enrolled Acts, reported the following Acts as correctly enrolled for ratification : An A ct to authorize the Town Council of Winnsboro to issue addi tional bonds for the purpose of rebuilding and repairing Mount Zion College of said town. An A ct to amend an Act prescribing the mode of divesting the right of dower of insane married women. An A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act for the establishment of a new school district in Lexington County." .Mr. S P. HAMILTON, from the Committee of Conference, to whom was referred the difference between the two Houses on a Bill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to charter the Chester and Camden Railroad Company," approved February 9th, 1882; which was considered imme diately and agreed to. Mr. M cHUGH, from the Committee of Conference, to whom was referred, the differences between the Houses on a Bill to amend and ex tend an Act to incorporate the New Brighton Hotel, Ferry and Tele graph Company, approved December 23d, 1884; which was considered immediately and agreed to. THURSDAY, D ECEMBER 23, 1886. 365 Mr.. J P. THOMAS presented The A ccount of R. L. Bryan for stationery. Which w as rtferred to the Committee on Accounts. Mr. D OUGLASS, from the Committee on Conference on the difference between the two Houses on a Bill to limit the number of Trial Justices in, certain Counties in this State, to provide for fixing their territorial jurisdiction and for the manner and amount of their compensation ; which was considered immediately and agreed to. The f ollowing Message was received from the Senate : In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 23, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it concurs in all House amendments severally specified in the following Bills, to wit : A B ill to cancel the matriculation obligation of O. J. Bond, Jr., and Thomas P. Harrison to the Board of Visitors of the Military Academy. A Bill to charter Bank of Greenwood. A B ill to ratify and confirm the act of consolidation of " The Charles ton, Cincinnati and Chicago Railroad Company" to and with the '•'Rutherford Railway Construction Company" and the " Rutherford ton, Marion and Teunessee Railway Company," under the name of the "Charleston, Cincinnati and Chicago Railroad Company." A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Town of Hampton Court House," approved December 23d, 1879, and that the titles of the same have been severally changed to Acts and ordered to be enrolled for ratification. Very r espectfully, &c , W.. L MAULDIN, President of the Senate. The f ollowing Message was received from his Excellency the Gov ernor : MESSAGE F ROM THE GOVERNOR, No. 4. Executive C hamber, Columbia, S. C, December 23, 1886. Gentlemen of the General Assembly: I h ave the honor to inform you that I have approved the following Acts and Joint Resolutions: An A ct to ratify the amendment to Article II of the Constitution of South Carolina, by adding thereto a Section to be known as Section 4 and 5 of said Article as it now stands. 366 T HURSDAY, DECEMBER 23, 1886. An A ct to exempt certain portions of Chesterfield County from the operation of Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes, relating to the Stock Law. An A ct to authorize the City Board of School Commissioners of the City of Charleston to use certain funds in aid of the repairs made neces sary for the public school buildings by reason of the damage by earth quakes. An A ct to authorize the Board of County Commissioners of Greenville County to issue coupon bonds for the purpose of refunding the indebted ness of said County, falling due in July, 1887, upon bonds issued in aid of the Atlanta and Richmond Air Line Railway Company, or to borrow, money to pay off the same. An A ct to repeal an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Town of Rumphville, in the County of Colleton," approved December 26, 1885. An A ct to confer certain rights upon the Port Royal and Western Railway Company, to wit, to mortgage its corporate property and fran chises, to extend its railway and to lease connecting railways. An A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act to amend Section 1830 of the General Statutes, in relation to partition," approved December 26j 1885. An A ct to repeal an Act entitled "An Act to prohibit the sale of spirituous and malt liquors within the County of Barnwell," approved December 21, 1883. An A ct to incorporate the American Savings Bank. An A ct to amend Section 481 of the General Statutes of the State of South Carolina, in reference to the salary of the Lieutenant Governor. An A ct to charter the Palmetto Job Printing Company. An A ct to vest in the City Council of Charleston the fee to a lot of land on the East side of King street, in the City of Charleston, for the purpose of erecting a police station house. An A ct to amend Section 1 of an Act entitled "An Act to fix the times for the holding of the Courts in the 7th Circuit, so far as the same relates to the Counties of Newberry aud Spartanburg." An A ct to authorize the County Treasurer of Berkeley County to pay the County bonds becoming due and payable January, 1887. An A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Orange burg and Lewiedale Railroad Company," approved December 26, 1885. An A ct to create a fund to be designated "The Treasury Reserve Fund " and to provide for the control of the same. An A ct to amend Section 2160 of the General Statutes, relating to attorneys, solicitors and counsellors. An A ct to punish the stealing of melons and fruits. THURSDAY, D ECEMBER 23, 1886. 3G7 An A ct to enlarge the boundaries of School District No. 17, Fairfield County, and make two school districts thereof. An A ct relating to the compensation and duties of certain of the County officers in and for the County and City of Charleston. An A ct to amend Section 1470 of the General Statutes, as to running trains on Sunday. An A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the News and Courier Company," approved the 17th day of December, 1881. An A ct to exempt certain portions of Lexington County from the operations of Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes of this St'te, relating to the Stock Law. An A ct to incorporate the Bamberg Banking Company of Bamberg, South Carolina. A J oint Resolution to authorize the Piedmont Manufacturing Com pany to subscribe to the capital stock of the Atlantic, Greenville and Western Railway Company. An A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act to amend an Act entitled | An Act to incorporate the Palmetto Railroad Company,' approved December 21, 1882," approved December 26, 1884. A J oint Resolution to provide for the payment of the expense in curred by the Board of Visitors of the South Carolina Military Academy in the repairs of the Citadel buildings. An A ct to regulate the issuing aud service of warrants in criminal cases. An A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act to provide for the estab lishment of a new school district in the County of Darlington, to be known as the School District of the Town of Timmonsville, and to authorize the levy and collection of a local school tax therein," approved December 24, 1883. An A ct to incorporate the Atlantic Self Endowment and Benevolent Association of America. An A ct to charter the Summerville aud St. John's Railroad Com pany. .J. P RICHARDSON, Governor. The f ollowing Message was received from the Senate : In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 22, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it has agreed to the Report of the Committee of Conference to adjust the differences of the two Houses on a Bill to make appropriations to meet the ordinary 3G8 T HURSDAY, DECEMBER 23, 1886. expenses o f the State Government for the fiscal year commencing Novem ber 1st, 1886, and, the Committee having failed to agree upon auy plan of settlement to the Senate amendment respecting the appropriation relating to the Columbia Canal, respectfully requests that a Committee of Free Conference be appointed to adjust such difference, and all other differences upon which the Committee have failed to agree, and that the Senate has appointed Messrs. McMaster, Patterson and Talbert as such Committee on the part of the Senate. Very r espectfully, &c, .W. L MAULDIN, President of the Senate. The H ouse consented to the appointment of a Committee of Free Conference. Whereupon t he SPEAKER appointed Messrs. Haskell, Ansel and Jordan of the Committee on the part of the House. A Message was sent to the Senate accordingly. In t he Senate, . Columbia, S. C, December 23, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives ; The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it has ap pointed Mr. B. W. Edwards a Committee on the part of the Senate to examine State Treasurer's books under Concurrent Resolution of the two Houses providing for the same Very r espectfully, &c, .W. L MAULDIN, President of the Senate. Whereupon t he SPEAKER appointed Messrs. Ansel and H. Frank Wilson on the part of the House. Also, In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 23, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the Home of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it refuses to concur in any of the amendments made by the House of Representa tives in respect to a B 11 to submit the question of license for the sale of spirituous, malt or intoxicating liquors in Anderson and Laurens Coun ties to the qualified electors thereof, and providing penalties for the vio lation, evasion or attempted evasion of the Prohibition Law if a majority of said electors vote in favor thereof. And t hat it concurs in House amendments to a Bill to authorize and require the County Commissioners of York County to submit to the THURSDAY, D ECEMBEK 23, 188G. 369 ♦ qualified v oters of Broad River Township and Bullock's Creek Town ship in York County the question of transferring the subscription here tofore voted to the Georgetown and North Carolina Narrow Gauge Rail road Company to any other company after a limited period. Also, That i t concurs to all House amendments to a Bill to charter the Yemassee and Walterboro Railroad Company. Also, That t he Senate insists upon its amendment to Joint Resolution for the payment of certain past due school claims in Aikeu County, and request a Committee of Conference to adjust the difference of the two Houses, and that it has appointed as such Committee on the part of the Senate Messrs. Wofford, Black and Sligh. Very r espectfully, &c, W.. L MA.ULDIN, President of the Senate. The House consented to the appointment of a Committee of Con ference. Whereupon t he SPEAKER announced Messrs. Aldrich, Archer and Cleveland as Committee on part of the House, aud a Message was ordered sent to the Senate accordingly. Also, In t he Senate, Columbia, S. &, December 23, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the Home of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it concurs in all House amendments to a Bill to incorporate the Greenville, Polk and Rutherford Railroad Company, and that the title has been changed to that of an Act aud ordered to be enrolled for ratification. Andt i concurs in all House amendments to a Bill to validate and confirm certain township and town subscriptions to the corporation now named "the Atlantic and Northwestern Railroad Company," except as to the following amendment, to wit: "Provided farther, That the funds realized from bonds issued in behalf of Gaffney City and Limestone Townships shall be expended exclusively in the construction and com- pleton of said road in Limestone Township, and on condition that said road run to or by Giff.iey City," in which it refuses to concur, and requests a Committee of Conference to adjust the difference between the two Houses, and that it has appointed as such Committee on the part of the Senate Messrs. Munro, Black and Wofford. Also, It r efuses to concur in any of the House amendments to a Bill to establish a school district in Chester County and to authorize the levy and collection of a local tax therein, and that the Senate requests a 370 T HURSDAY, DECEMBER 23, 1886. Committee o f Conference to adjust the difference of the two Houses, and that it has appointed Messrs. Patterson, Wingard and Field as such Committee on the part of the Senate. Also, tThat i concurs in all House amendments to a. Bill to amend an Act entitled "An Act respecting Trial Justices in the Counties of Newberry, Edgefield, Anderson, Kershaw, Laurens, Charleston, Berkeley, Pickens and Spartanburg," approved December 26th, 1884, and that the title thereof has been changed to an Act and ordered to be enrolled for ratification. And t hat it concurs in all House amendments to a Bill to provide a more efficient system of working the public roads in Anderson County, except in respect to an amendment to Section 4, in which the word "nine" was stricken out by the House and the word "eight" inserted in lieu thereof, and that it requests a Committee of Conference to adjust the differences of the two Houses, and that it has appointed as such Committee on part of the Senate Messrs. Murray, Smythe and Alexander. Very respectfully, &c, W.. L MAULDIN, President of the Senate. The S PEAKER announced Messrs. McKissick, Simpson and Sarratt as Committee on the first named Bill on the part of the House, and Messrs. S. P. Hamilton, Aldrich and Simpson on the second named Bill, and the House receded from its amendments to the third named Bill, and a Message sent to the Senate accordingly. A B ill (Senate) to authorize and require the County Commissioners of York County to submit to the qualified voters of Broad River Town ship and Bullock's Creek Township, York County, the question of trans ferring the subscription heretofore voted to the Georgetown and North Carolina Narrow Gauge Railroad Company to any other company after a limited period was read the third time, and the title amended by adding to the title the following : " And also to submit to the quali fied voters of York Township the question of changing the subscription of said township to the Charleston, Cincinnati and Chicago Railroad Company in certain particulars," passed, and ordered to be returned to the Senate with amendments. The S enate sent to this House the following Messages : In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 23, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it has agreed to Report of Committee of Conference on differences of two THURSDAY, D ECEMBER 23, 1886. 371 Housesn o a Bill to extend and amend "An Act to incorporate the New Brighton Hotel, Ferry and Telegraph Company," approved December 23, 1884. Also, Has a greed to Report of Committee of Conference to adjust the dif ferences of two Houses on a Bill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to charter the Chester and Camden Railroad Company," approved Feb ruary 9, 1882. Very r espectfully, &c, .W. L MAULDIN, President of the Senate. The B ills were amended in conformity to the Report, the titles chiinged to Acts, and ordered to be enrolled. Also, In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 23, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it has appointed Mr. Sligh as Committee on part of Senate under Concurrent Resolution providing for a Committee of three members, one from the Senate and two from the House, to actio conjunction with the Board of Regents of the Lunatic Asylum, to report to the General Assembly at its next session the best policy for the future provision of the colored insane. Very r espectfully, &c, W.. L MAULDIN, President of the Senate. Whereupon t he SPEAKER appointed Messrs. Dean and Fickeu the Committee on the part of the House, aud a Message was sent to the Senate accordingly. Also, In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 23, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it insists upon its amendments to a Bill to limit the number of Trial Justices in certain Counties of the State, to provide for fixing their territorial juris diction, and for the manner and amount of their compensation, aud respectfully requests a Committee of Conference to adjust the differences of the two Houses, and that it has appointed as such Committee on the part of Senate Messrs. Rhame, Izlar and Byrd. Very r espectfully, &c, .W. L MAULDIN, President of the Senate. 372 T HURSDAY, DECEMBER 23, 1886. The H ouse consented to the appointment of a Committee of Con ference. Whereupon t he SPEAKER appointed Messrs. Douglass, W. B. Wil son, Jr., and Plowden on part of the House. A Message was sent to the Senate accordingly. In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 23, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it recedes from its amendments to a Bill from the House to renew and amend the charter of the Town of Winusboro. Very r espectfully, &c, W.. L MAULDIN, President of the Senate. The B ill was amended in conformity to the Report and Message, the title changed to an Act, and ordered to be enrolled. Mr. D OUGLASS, from the Committee on Eurolled Acts, reported the following Acts as correctly eurolled: An A ct to amend an Act relating to the prohibition of the sale of liquor in the Town of Union. An A ct to incorporate the Congaree Construction Company. An A ct to incorporate Bank of Aiken. An A ct to amend Section 6 of an Act to incorporate Town of Barnwell. An A ct to create a new school district in Barnwell County. An A ct to create a new school district in Barnwell County, to be known as Barnwell Graded School. An A ct to incorporate the Aiken Water Supply and Gas Com pany. An A ct to charter the Town of Yorkville. An Act to provide for payment of claim of Joseph R. Lyles. An Act to amend Chapter 27 of the General Statutes, relating to Stock. Law. An A ct to charter the Town of Georgetown. The f ollowing Bills were read the third time, passed, and ordered to be returned to the Senate with amendments : A B ill (Senate) to charter the Bank of Greenwood. A B ill (Senate) to ratify and confirm the act of consolidation of the Charleston, Cincinnati and Chicago Railroad Company to and with the Rutherford Railway Construction Company and the Rutherfordton, Marion and Tennessee Railway Company. A B ill (Senate) to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Town of Hampton Court House," approved December 23, 1879. THURSDAY, D ECEMBER 23, 1886. 373 The f ollowing Bills were read the third time, passed, the titles changed to Acts, and ordered to be enrolled for ratification : A B ill (Senate) to authorize the City Council of the City of Green ville to issue coupon bonds for the purpose of refunding ten thousand dollars of the indebtedness of said city, falling due July, 1887, upon bonds issued in aid of the Atlanta and Richmond Air Line Railway Company. A B ill (Senate) to provide for the establishment of a new school dis trict in Marlboro County, and to authorize the levy and collection of a local tax therein. A B ill (Senate) to authorize and require the County Commissioners of Horry County to establish and keep in repair a public highway in said County. A B ill (Senate) to confer certain powers upon the Town Council of Hodge's, Abbeville County. A B ill (Senate) to regulate the public printing in this State. A B ill (Senate) to regulate the number and pay of Trial Justices in criminal actions in Chesterfield County. A B ill (Senate) to amend an Act entitled "An Act to charter the South Bound Railroad Company," approved February 9th, 1882. A B ill (Senate) to authorize the Charleston Calcined Marl Company of Charleston County to reduce its capital stock to fourteen thousand dollars. A B ill (Senate) to incorporate the Elisto ant! Bunch's Ford Tramway Company. A B ill (Senate) to amend the charter of the Town of Chester, ratified, and approved December 22d, 1885. A B ill (Senate) to charter " The Spartanburg Encampment Associa tion." A B ill (Senate) to amend an Act entitled "An Act to recharter the Town of Kingstree." A B ill (Seuate) to amend Section 2497 of the General Statutes of South Carolina, in relation to setting fire to grass. A B ill (Senate) to amend ths law in relation to County Commission ers and County School Commissioners. A B ill (Senate) to amend Section 200 of the Code of Civil Procedure, relating to arrest and bail. The f ollowing Joint Resolutions were read the third time, passed, and ordered to be enrolled: A J oint Resolution (Senate) providing for the disposition of certain unclaimed drafts in the hands of the County Commissioners of Colleton County and the funds applicable thereto. 374 T HURSDAY, DECEMBER 23, 1886. A J oint Resolution (Senate) authorizing the Comptroller General to reduce the assessment of the real estate of Mrs. Nancy Berry and to abate the taxes due by her. A J oint Resolution (Senate) relating to the services of the Attorney General in the Revenue Bond Scrip cases. A J oint Resolution (Senate) to authorize the Pelzer Manufacturing Company to subscribe to the capital stock of the Atlantic, Greenville and Western Railway Company. The S enate returned to this House, with amendments, A B ill to fix the times and provide for the holding of the Circuit Courts of the Seventh Circuit. The H ouse agreed to all the Senate amendments, the title was changed to an Act, and ordered to be enrolled for ratification, and a Message ordered to be sent to the Senate accordingly. Also, A B ill to amend Sections 1, 2, 3, 4 and 6 of an Act entitled "An Act to charter the People's Savings Bank, of Newberry, South Carolina," approved December 22, 1885. The H ouse agreed to all the Senate amendments, the title was changed to an Act, and ordered to be enrolled for ratification, and a Message ordered to be sent to the Senate accordingly. Also, A B ill to amend Section 1687 of the General Statutes, relating to the hunting of deer. The H ouse agreed to all the Senate amendments, the title was changed to an Act, and ordered to be enrolled for ratification, and a Message ordered to be S3nt to the Senate accordingly. Also, A B ill to incorporate the Town of Fountain Inn, Greenville County. The H ouse agreed to all the Senate amendments, the title was changed to "Au Act" and ordered to be eurolled for ratification, and a Message ordered to be sent to the Senate accordingly. Also, A B ill to establish the South Carolina Agricultural Farm and Sta tions. The H ouse refused to agree to certain amendments of the Senate, aud a Message was ordered to be sent to the Senate accordingly. Also, A B ill to provide for the payment of certain past due school claims in Aiken County. The H ouse refused to agree to the Senate amendment, and a Message was ordered to be sent to the Senate accordingly. THURSDAY, D ECEMBER 23, 1886. 375 Also, A B ill to renew and amend the charter of the Town of dewberry. Which w as amended in conformity to the Message of the Senate, receding from amendments ; that the Bill has been changed to an Act and ordered to be enrolled for ratification. Also, A B ill to amend and renew the charter of the Town of Laurens. The H ouse agreed to all the Senate amendments, the title was changed to "An Act" and ordered to be enrolled for ratification, and a Message was ordered to be sent to the Senate accordingly. Mr. S TEWART, from the Committee on Accounts, made a favorable Report on Account of R. L. Bryan & Co., which was considered imme diately ami agreed to.

FLEAVE O ABSENCE. Mr. G ARY asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague, Mr. Peurifoy, for the remainder of the session, ou account of sickness. Mr. P ARKER asked and obtained leave of absence for his colleague, Mr. Barmore, for the remainder of the session, ou account of sickness. On m otion of Mr. POPE, the House receded from business at 2:45 P. M. until 7 P. M.

RECESS. The S PEAKER resumed the chair at 7 P. M. Mr S IMPSON, from the Committee on Conference to adjust the dif ferences between the two Houses on a Bill to establish a school district in Chester County, etc, made a Report, which was agreed to, and a Message was sent to the Senate accordingly. Mr. P OPE introduced the following Resolution : Resolved, T hat the SPEAKER be authorized to issue a certificate for ten dollars to R. E. Mason, as bis certificate was issued for that amount less than it should have been. Which w as considered immediately and agreed to. Mr. HASKELL asked leave to withdraw from the files of the House certain coupons and Petition of D. P. Jacks; which was agreed to. Mr. BRAWLEY offered the following Resolution : Whereas t he subject of the establishment of an Agricultural College 370 T HURSDAY, DECEMBER 23, 1886. has e xcited great interest among the people of this Slate, and has been brought to the attention ot'the General Assembly by the Memorial of the Farmers' Convention ; and whereas opinion is divided as to the practica bility thereof, and further information is needed to arrive at a proper conclusion in respect thereto. Resolved b y the House of Representatives, the Senate concurring, That a Commission consisting of Messrs. W. D.Johnson, Johnson Hagood and B. R. Tillman be, and the same is hereby, constituted and appointed, and the gentlemen above named are respectfully requested to examine into said subject, and report to the General Assembly their conclusions in re gard thereto, having special reference to the cost of establishing and maintaining such College, and the practical results to be expected there from, and the special wants of the agricultural interests of this State. That for the purpose of obtaining information and observing the prac tical operation and results of similar institutions elsewhere, the said Com mission shall, if in their judgment it is necessary, visit such other States where similar institutions exist and ascertain and report the practical results. Resolved, f arther, That if any of the gentlemen above named are for any reason unable or unwilling to serve on said Commission, his Excel lency the Governor is respectfully requested to fill such vacancy or va cancies thereon. And f or the purpose of defraying the necessary expenses of such inves tigation, the Commissioners of Agriculture is requested and directed to pay or cause to be paid out of the fund in the Treasury to the ciedit of the Department of Agriculture all expenses incurred by the members thereof while absent from their homes in actual atten tion to the duties hereby devolved upon them, upon a statement certified by them that the same have been incurred.

The S enate sent to this House A C oncurrent Resolution to authorize the State Superintendent of Education to have printed five hundred extra copies of his Annual Re port for distribution. The H ouse refused to agree to the Concurrent Resolution, and a Mes sage ordered to be sent to the Senate accordingly. The S enate returned to this House,, with concurrence, Reportf o the Committee on Claims on Claim of Winthrop Williams. The S enate sent to this House A C oncurrent Resolution relating to the conveying of the Columbia Canal to the City of Columbia. The C oncurrent Resolution was indefinitely postponed, and a Message ordered to be sent to the Senate accordingly. THURSDAY, D ECEMBER 23, J 886. 377 The f ollowing Message was received from the Senate , HEIN T Sli.NATE, Columbia, 8 . C, December 23, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the Home of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it insists upon its amendments to "A Bill to establish the South Carolina Agri cultural Farms and Stations," and respectfully requests a Committee of Conference to adjust the difference of the two Houses, and that it has appointed as such Committee on the part of the Senate Messrs. You- ruans, Wofford and Sinkler. Also, . Thatt i agrees to the Report of the Conference Committee in reference to a Bill to limit the number of Trial Justices in certain Comities in this State, to provide for fixing their territorial jurisdiction and for the manner and amount of their compensation. Very respectfully, &c, W.. L MAULDIN, President of the Senate. Whereupon a B ill to limit the number of Trial Justices in certain Counties in this State, to provide for fixing their territorial jurisdiction and for the manner and amount of their compensation, was amended in conformity with the Report of the Committee of Conference, the title was changed to an Act and ordered to b,e enrolled, and a Message ordered to he sent to the Senate accordingly. And t hey consent to the appointment of a Committee of Conference on a , ill to establish the South Carolina Agricultural Farm and Station, and has appointed Messrs. Tindal, Aucrum and Dean as the Committee of Free Conference on the part of the House, and a Message ordered to be sent to the Senate accordingly. On m otion of Mr. POPE, all Bills on the Calendar were continued until next session. Mr. A LDRICH, from the Committee of Conference, made a Report on a Joint Resolution to provide for the payment of certain past due school claims in Aiken County. The R eport was agreed to, and a Message ordered to be sent to the Senate accordingly. The f ollowing Message was received from the Senate : In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 23, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the Home of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it invites 32— HJ 378 T HURSDAY, DECEMBER 23, 1886. the h onorable the Speaker and House of Representatives to be present in the Senate Chamber this evening at 8:15 P. M. for the purpose of ratifying Acts. Very r espectfully, &c, .W. L MAULDIN, President of the Senate. A M essage was sent to the Senate accepting the invitation. Also, In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 23, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it agrees to the Report of the Conference Committee to adjust the difereuce of the two Houses in reference to a Bill to validate and confirm certain township and town subscriptions to the corporation uow named "The Atlantic and Northwestern Railroad Company." Very r espectfully, &c, W.. L MAULDIN, President of the Senate. Mr. D OUGLASS, from the Committee on Enrolled Acts, reported the following Acts as properly enrolled : An A ct to authorize the County Commissioners of Greenville to ap ply surplus of taxes, &c, to past indebtedness of County. Au A ct to provide for issuing of licenses for sale of liquor in Berke ley and Beaufort Counties. Au A ct to provide for the completion of the main building of the State House. An A ct to fix the manner of publication of annffal statements of County officers. An A ct to amend Sectiou 1476 of the General Statutes, relating to the running of trains on Sunday. An A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Glenn Springs Railroad Company." An A ct to amend au Act to permit certain persons in this State liable to road duty to pay a commutation tax in lieu of working the roads, &c, as to Greenville County. An A ct to raise supplies and make appropriations for the fiscal year beginning November 1, 1886. An A ct Lo authorize and empower the County Commissioners of Green ville, Anderson, Spartanburg and Union Counties to borrow money for certain purposes. , THURSDAY, D ECEMBER 23, 1886. 379 Au A ct to authorize and require the County Commissioners of Lan caster County to apply unexpended balance in hands of Treasurer. An A ct to incorporate the Town of Fountain lun, in Greenville County. An A ct to regulate the time for collecting taxes by execution or dis tress. An A ct to empower and direct the County Board of Examiners of Georgetown County to close public schools of said County, &c An A ct to fix and provide for holding of Circuit Courts of this State. An A ct to amend an Act to incorporate the Town of Westminster, Oconee County. An A ct to authorize the State Board of Health to sell present quaran tine stations. RATIFICATION O F ACTS. a The H ouse attended in the Senate Chamber at 8:15 P. M. to ratify Acts. The f ollowing Acts originating in the House were ratified : An A ct to authorize the Town Council of Winusboro to issue addi tional bonds for the purpose of rebuilding and repairing Mount Zion College of said town. An A ct to amend an Act prescribing the mode of divesting the right of dower of insane married women. An A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act for the establishment of a new school district in Lexington County." An A ct to amend an Act relating to the prohibition of the sale of liquor in the Town of Union. An A ct to incorporate the Congaree Construction Company. An A ct to incorporate Bank of Aiken. An A ct to amend Section 6 of an Act to incorporate Town of Barnwell. An A ct to create a new school district in Barnwell County. An A ct to create a new school district in Barnwell County, to be known as Barnwell Graded School. An A ct to incorporate the Aiken Water Supply and Gas Com pany. An A ct to charter the Town of Yorkville. An Act to provide for payment of claim of Joseph R. Lyles. An Act to amend Chapter 27 of the General Statutes, relating to Stock Law. An A ct to charter the Town of Georgetown. An A ct to authorize the County Commissioners of Greenville to ap ply surplus of taxes, &c, to past indebtedness of County. 380 T HURSDAY. DECEMBER 23, 1886. An A ct to provide for issuing of licenses for sale of liquor in Berkeley and Beaufort Counties. An A ct to provide for the completion of the main building of the State House. An A ct to fix the manner of publication of annual statements of County officers. An A ct to amend Section 1476 of the General Statutes, relating to the running of trains ou Sunday. An A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Glenn Springs Railroad Company." An A ct to amend an Act to permit certain persons in this State liable to road duty to pay a commutation tax in lieu of working the roads, &c, as to Greenville County. An A ct to raise supplies and make appropriations for the fiscal year beginning November 1, 1886. An A ct to authorize and empower the County Commissioners of Green ville, Anderson, Spartanburg and Union Counties to borrow money for certain purposes. An A ct to authorize and require the Count}' Cnmmissioners of Lan caster County to apply unexpended balance in hands of Treasurer. An A ct to incorporate the Town of Fountain Inn, in Greenville County. An A ct to regulate the time for collecting taxes by execution or dis tress. An A ct to empower and direct the County Board of Examiners of Georgetown County to close public schools of said County, &c An A ct to provide tor holding of Circuit Courts of this State. An A ct to amend an Act to incorporate the Town of Westminster, Oconee County. An A ct to authorize the State Board of Health to sell present quaran tine stations. Me. A NSEL, from the Committee of Free Conference, made a Re port on a Bill to make appropriations to meet the ordinary expenses of the State Govei nment for the fiscal year commencing November 1st, 1886. The q uestion being put: " Will the House agree thereto?" the ques tion was decided in the affirmative. The y eas and nays were requested, and are as follows: Yeas, 57 ; nays, 15. Those w ho voted in the affirmative are : Hon. J ames Simons, Speaker, and Messrs. Aldrich, Ansel, Austell, Boozer, Bi awley, Bi ice, Brown, Browning, Cain, Cfcppelmann, Causey, Cleveland, Connors, Dantzler, Dean, Douglass, DuBose, Dukes, Easley, THURSDAY, D ECEMBER 23, 1886. 381 Ficken, H askell, Hudgens, Hyde, Jone=, Jordan, Keitt, Kershaw, King, Lee, Lesesne, McDaniel, McKissiek, B. F. Miller, Norton, A. F. O'Brien, Ott, Padgett, Parker, Plowden, Pope, Raysor, Ready, Robinson, Rut land, Sarratt, Shaw, Simpson, Stewart, J, P. Thomas of Union, Tindal, J.Frost Walker, W. M. Walker, H. Frank Wilson, W. B. Wilson, Jr., Wylie and Young. — 57. Those w ho voted in the negative are : Messrs. A ncrum, Archer, Beard, Bigham, Brooker, Davenport, Drake, Evans, John D. Hamilton, Hough, Irby, Johnston, Mars, Mason and John P. Thomas of Richland. — 15. So t he Report was agreed to, and a Message was ordered to be sent to the Senate. The M 'uority Report on the same subject was ordered to be laid on the table. .Mr. S P. HAMILTON stated had he been present he would have voted aye upon the adoption of the Majority Report. The f ollowing Message was received from the Senate : In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 23, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it refuses to concur in Concurrent Resolution relating to the appointment of a Com mission to inquire into the practicability of establishing an Agricultural College in this State. . Also, Agrees t o Report of Conference Committee in respect to difference between the two Houses on a Bill to establish the South Carolina Agri cultural Farm and Stations. Very r espectfully, &c, .W. L MAULDIN, President of the Senate. Also, In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 23, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S enate repectfully informs your honorable body that it has agreed to Report of Conference Committee to adjust the difference of the two Houses in respect to a Bill to provide for the establishment of a new school district in Marion County and to authorize the levy and collection of a local tax therein. Very r espectfully, &c, W.. L MAULDIN, President of the Senate. 382 T HURSDAY,, DECEMBER 23, 1886. Mr. T INDAL, from the Committee of Conference, made a Report ou A B ill to establish the South Carolina Agricultural Farm aud Sta tions. Which w as considered immediately and agreed to. The B ill was amended in conformity with the Report of the Com mittee of Conference, the title changed to an Act, aud ordered to be enrolled for ratification, and a Message was ordered to be sent to the Senate accordingly. .Mr. S P. HAMILTON, from the Committee of Conference, made a Report on A B ill to establish a school district in Chester County and authorize the levy aud collection of a tax therein. Which w as considered immediately, agreed to, aud a Message was ordered to be sent to the Senate accordingly. The f ollowing Message was received from the Senate : In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 23, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it has agreed to Report of Conference Committee to adjust the difference of the two Houses on a Joint Resolution to provide for the payment of certain past due school claims in Aiken County. Very r espectfully, &c, .W. L MAULDIN, > President of the Senate. Mr. A LDRICH, from the Committee on Conference, made the follow ing Report, which was considered immediately and agreed to:

The C ommittee of Conference to adjust the differences between the two Houses on a Joint Resolution to provide for the payment of certain past due school claims in Aiken County, respectfully report that they have duly and carefully cousidered the same, and recommend that there bo inserted between the word " paid " and " therefore," at the eud of the preamble, the following words : "And whereas W. A. Willis, Mattie Robinson, A. H. Floyd aud Charles Littlejohn hold school certificates, which were duly issued to them bv the Board of School Trustees of School THURSDAY, D ECEMBER 23, 1886. 383 Districts N os. 15, 26 and 9, in Spartanburg County, and have not been paid." sAnd a thus amended, that the House agree to the Senate amendment. On behalf of the House, JAMES A LDRICH, .E. L ARCHER, R. M AYS CLEVELAND. On b ehalf of the Senate, J.. A SLIGH, J.. W WOFFORD, .J. G BLACK. Whereupon t he Joint Resolution was amended in conformity with the Report of the Committee of Conference, and ordered to be enrolled for ratification, and a Message was ordered to be sent to the Senate for con currence. The f ollowing Message was received from the Senate: In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 23, 1886. Mr. /Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it has agreed to Report of Conference Committee to adjust the difference of the two Houses on a Bill to establish a school district in Chester Court House and authorize the levy and collection of a tax therein, and that the title thereof has been changed to an Act and ordered to be enrolled for rati fication. Very r espectfully, &c, W.. L MAULDIN, President of the Senate. Also, In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 23, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that the Senate recedes from its amendment to a Bill to make appropriations to meet the ordinary expenses of the State Government for the fiscal year commenc ing November 1st, 1886, whereby it proposed an appropriation of eight thousand dollars to be expended on work on Columbia Canal, the same being inserted as an amendment at the end of paragraph two of Section 7 of said Bill. Verv r espectfully, &c, W.. L MAULDIN, President of the Senate, 384 T HURSDAY, DECEMBER 23, 1886. On m otion of Mr. ALDRICH, a Message was ordered to be sent to the Senate asking leave to withdraw the Message informing that body that it had agreed to the Report of Free Conference on a Bill to make appro priations to meet ordinary expenses of the State Government for the fiscal year commencing November 1st, 1886. The f ollowing Message was received from the Senate : In t he Senate, ' Columbia, S. C, December 23, 1886. Mr. S peaker and Oentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it consents to the request of the House of Representatives to withdraw the Message sent by it to this body, informing the Senate that it had agreed to the Report of the Committee of Free Conference on a Bill to make appro priations to meet the ordinary expenses of the State Government com mencing November 1st, 1886. Verv r espectfully, &c, W.. L MAULDIN, President of the Senate. On m otion of Mr. ALDRICH, the House reconsidered the vote whereby the Report was agreed to. On m otion of Mr. ALDRICH, it was ordered that a Message be sent to the Senate, stating that this House received the Message from the Senate informing this House that the Senate had receded from its amendment to a Bill to make appropriations to meet the ordinary expenses of the State Government for the fiscal year commencing November 1st, 1886, whereby it proposed an appropriation of eight thousand dollars to be expended in the work on the Columbia Canal, the same being inserted as an amendment at the end of paragraph 2 of Section 7 of said Bill. After this the House had agreed to the Report of the Committee of Free Conference requested by the Senate, that, the Senate having receded from the amendment in relation to which the Free Conference had been requested by the Senate, that the House, having withdrawn its Message to the Senate notifying that body of its agreement to the Report of the Committee of Free Conference, has re considered the vote whereby it agreed to said Report, and has indefi nitely postponed the same. By o rder of the House, the Bill having been amended according to the Report of the Committee of Conference agreed to by both Houses, the title of the Bill has been changed to an Act and ordered to be enrolled, without said amendment proposed by the Senate. Ou m otion of Mr. ANSEL, the House was adjourned at 11:55 o'clock P. M., to meet to-morrow at 12:05 o'clock A. M. '

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FRIDAY, D ECEMBER 24, 1886.

At t he hour to which the House adjourned the SPEAKER took the chair. The c all of the roll and the reading of the Journals of the preceding day was dispensed with by the order of the House. On m otion of Mr. ALDRICH, the House receded from business until 1 o'clock A. M.

RECESS. The S PEAKER resumed the chair at 1 o'clock A. M. Mr. B RICE made a favorable Report on accounts of J. L. Mimnaugh & Co., $2.00; John Agnew, $2.00 ; J. C. Stanley & Bro., $5.45; Johu W. Williams, $2.00; R. L. Bryan & Co., $87.35. Which w as considered immediately and agreed to.

COMMITTEE O F THE WHOLE. The H ouse resolved itself into Committee of the Whole, Mr. PARKER in the chair. Mr. J OHN P. THOMAS of Richland introduced the following Resolution, which was unanimously adopted: Resolved, T hat the thanks of this House are due, and are hereby ten dered, to the Hon. James 'Simons, Speaker, for the impartial, able and, efficient manner in which he has discharged the duties of his high office as the presiding officer of this body. 2d. R esolved, That these Resolutions be spread upon the Journal.

The C ommittee of the Whole was dissolved and theSPEAKER resumed the chair. Mr. P ARKER reported the Resolutions which had been unanimously agreed to by the Committee of the Whole. The S PEAKER addressed the House as follows : Gentlemen o f the House of Representatives : The R esolutions which have just been reported call forth my sincere thanks. The only compensation annexed to this high and responsible office is the honor it confers. Be assured, however, that I could desire 33— hj 386 F RIDAY, DECEMBER 24, 1886. no g reater. Next to the approval of one's own conscience the highest reward that can be bestowed is the approbation of those to whom the obligation of an impartial discharge of duty is due. Feeling thus, your recognition of my efforts to fulfill the trusts of this office command my grateful appreciation. At t his session an unusually large amount of business has been pre sented for your consideration, and much has not been acted on for the want of time. There can be no greater evil than hasty legislation, and in my judgment it is of great consequence that measures should be thoroughly considered and discussed before being enacted into laws and placed upon the Statute book. A people is much less likely to suffer from too few than from too many laws. The object of the law of the land is to regulate the rights and duties of the people at large, and it should be subject to as few changes as possible, that it can be known and understood as well as may be. Its i to be regretted that the work in the closing days of our sessions should be so hurried. It is almost impossible for those charged with the clerical duties of the Legislature to keep up with it, and it is only wonderful that more mistakes do not occur. I m ust express to the members of the House my sincere thanks for their support in the laborious duties which I have been called on to perform. It has been a pleasure to preside over a body of gentlemen who amid all the sharp differences of opinion, which haye existed on many questions, have always been animated by that courtesy and decorum which have always characterized the House of Representatives of our State. It is gratify ing to think that when we part we must carry away the pleasantest recol lections of association together. sIt i due that I should express my satisfaction with the fidelity and alacrity with which the officers and employees of the House, from our veteran Clerk down to the youngest Page, have discharged their duties. You w ill permit me, in taking leave of you at the conclusion of the session, to wish for each one of you prosperity and happiness, and to express the hope that we may all be spared to renew our relations, which have been so pleasant and agreeable. The f ollowing Message was received from his Excellency the Gov ernor : MESSAGE F ROM THE GOVERNOR, No. 5. Executive C hamber, Columbia, S. C, December 24, 1886. Gentlemen of the General Assembly : I h ave the honor to inform you that I have approved the following Acts and Joint Resolutions : FRIDAY, D ECEMBER 24, 1886. 387 Au A ct relating to the re-assess men t of real property and the collec tion of taxes in certain portious of the Counties of Charleston, Berkeley and Colleton. A J oint Resolution to extend the time for the payment of taxes for the fiscal year commencing November 1st, 1885. An A ct to ratify the amendment to Section 14 of Article IX of the Constitution of the State of South Carolina. An A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act to repeal an ordinance to prevent the erection of wooden buildings, and to provide greater security against fires, and also certain portions of the Acts of the General Assem bly referring to the erection of wooden buildings in the City of Charles ton." An A ct to provide for the formation of certain corporations under general laws. A J oint Resolution to authorize the Pelzer Manufacturing Company to subscribe to the capital stock of the Atlautic, Greenville and West ern Railway Company. A J oint Resolution to provide for the payment of certain claim of Joseph R. Liles, County Treasurer of Marlboro County. An A ct to amend Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes, relating to the General Stock Law and fencing stock. An A ct to create a new school district within the Townshipof Barnwell, in Barnwell County, to be known as the Barnwell Graded School District, and to authorize the levy and collection of a local tax therein. An A ct to incorporate the Aiken Water Supply and Gas Company. Au A ct to amend Section 2 of an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Wallingford Church and Academy of Charleston," approved 15th of February, 1872, relating to the property and powers of said corpora tion. An A ct to incorporate the Bank of Aiken, of Aiken, S. C. Au A ct to incorporate the Congaree Construction Company. An A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act to prohibit the sale of spiritnous liquors in the Town of Union in this State," approved Decem ber 26, 1884. An. A ct to create a school district of that portion of Baruweli County lying within the corporate limits of the Town of Allendale. An A ct to incorporate the Town of Harlin City, in Orangeburg County. An A ct to fix the fee for dieting prisoners in County Jails. An A ct to exempt certain portions of Colleton County from the operation of Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes, relating to the Stock Law. An A ct to amend an Act entitled "Au Act to regulate the admission 388 F RIDAY, DECEMBER 24, 1886 . of f oreign surety companies to do business in this State," approved December 26, 1884. so far as same affects clerks and officers of banks and banking institutions and railway companies. An A ct to alter and amend the charter of the Young Men's Loan and Trust Company, of Rock Hill, S. C, and to change the name thereof to the Savings Bank of Rock Hill, S. C. An A ct to recharter the Town of Georgetown. An A ct to charter the Town of Yorkville, in the State of South Carolina. * An A ct to amend Sections 1339 and 1342 of the General Statutes, relating to hawkers and peddlers. An A ct to incorporate the Fidelity Loan and Trust Company, of Spartanburg. An A ct to amend Section 6 of an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Town of Barnwell," approved March 1, 1878. An A ct to limit the number of Trial Justices in York County, fix their territorial jurisdiction and provide for their compensation, and to provide for two Trial Justices in the City of Spartanburg. An A ct to exempt certain portions of Georgetown County from the operations of Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes, relating to the Geueral Stock Law and fencing stock. An A ct to incorporate the Supreme Council of the Sons of the Elect. Au A ct to amend an Act prescribing the mode of divesting the right of dower of insane married women, approved December 23, 1885. An A ct to authorize the Town Council of Winnsboro to issue addi tional bonds for the purpose of rebuilding, repairing and improving Mount Zion College of said town, to provide for the interest accruing thereon and for the payment of said bonds. Au A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act for the establishment of a new school district in the County of Lexington and to authorize the levy and collection of a special school tax therein. An A ct to prohibit the County Commissioners of York County from granting aid to the outside poor except as herein provided. An A ct to define and prescribe the manner of appointing commis sioners and the issuing of the writ for the admeasurement of dower in the Circuit Courts. An A ct to authorize the County Commissioners of Clarendon County to borrow money for building and repairing bridges and support of the poor. J.. P RICHARDSON, Governor. FRIDAY, D ECEMBEK 24, 1886. 389 Mr. D OUGLASS, from the Committee on Enrolled Acts, reported the following Acts as properly enrolled for ratification : An A ct to prescribe and fix the amount of bond of Probate Judge of Williamsburg County. An A ct to amend Section 1687 of the General Statutes, relating to hunting of deer. An A ct to amend an Act to charter the Chester and Camden Railroad Company. An A ct to change the name and to amend the charter of the Green wood and Abbeville Railroad Company. An A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act to exempt certain Counties from the operation of the Stock Law." An A ct to amend and extend an Act to incorporate the New Brighton Hotel Ferry and Telegraph Company. An A ct to provide for the payment of certain past due school claims in Aiken and Spartanburg Counties. An A ct to amend an Act for the settlement of the consolidated debt of the State. An A ct to allow persons who shall have resided in this State, &c, to obtain the benefit of an Act to provide artificial limbs for maimed soldiers. An A ct to establish the South Carolina Agricultural Farm and Station. An A ct to amend certain Sections of an Act to incorporate the Peo ple's Savings Bank of Newberry, S. C. The f ollowing Message was received from the Senate : In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 24, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives: The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it invites the honorable the Speaker and House of Representatives to attend in the Senate Chamber at 1:55 A. M. this day for the purpose of ratifying Acts. Very r espectfully, &c, .W. L MAULDIN, President of the Senate. RATIFICATION O F ACTS. The H ouse attended in the Senate at 1:55 A. M. for ratification of Acts. , . The f ollowing Acts originating in the House were ratified : An Act to prescribe aud fix the amount of bond of Probate Judge of Williamsburg County. 390 F RIDAY, DBCEMBEK 24, 1886. An A ct to amend Section 1687 of the General Statutes, relating to hunting of deer. An A ct to amend an Act to charter the Chester and Camden Railroad Company. An A ct to change the name and to amend the charter of the Green wood and Abbeville Railroad Company. Au A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act to exempt certain Counties from the operation of the Stock Law." An A ct to amend and extend an Act to incorporate the New Brighton Hotel Ferry and Telegraph Company. An A ct to provide for the payment of certain past due school claims in Aiken and Spartanburg Counties. An A ct to amend an Act for the settlement of the consolidated debt of the State. An A ct to allow persons who shall have resided in this State, &c, to obtain the benefit of an Act to provide artificial limbs for maimed soldiers. An A ct to establish the South Carolina Agricultural Farm and Station. An A ct to amend certain Sections of an Act to incorporate the People's Savings Bank of Newberry, S. C. Mr. P OPE introduced the following Concurrent Resolution, which was considered immediately and agreed to: Whereas t here is furniture belonging to the House of Representatives now in the State House which is exposed ; and whereas the furniture of the House of Representatives now in "Agricultural Hall" requires that care should be taken of the same; and whereas in the event that the State House shall be sufficiently completed by the next session of the General Assembly for occupancy by the same, Noive b it resolved by the House of Representatives, That the Sergeant- at-Arms of the House be required to remove all furniture belonging to the House of Representatives which is now in the State House to "Agricultural Hall," where the same shall be safely stored ; and that said Sergeant-at-Arms be required to use such means as shall be neces sary to protect the property of the House of Representatives now in said Hall; and should the hall of the House of Representatives in the State House building be ready for occupancy by the next session of the General Assembly, then, and in that case, that said Sergeant-at-Arms shall cause all of the furniture of the House of Representatives to be removed thereto before the meeting of the same. Resolved, f urther, That his Excellency the Governor be requested to issue his order upon the Superintendent of the Penitentiary for such FRIDAY, D ECEMBER 24, 1886. 391 convict l abor as may be necessary to carry out the provisions of the foregoing Resolution. Mr. D OUGLASS, from the Committee on Enrolled Acts, Reported the following Acts as duly enrolled, sealed and ready for ratification : An A ct to renew and amend the charter of the Town of Winusboro. An A ct to alter and amend the charter of the Town of Laurens. An A ct to make appropriations for the fiscal year beginning Novem ber 1st, 1886. An A ct to provide for the establishment of a new school district in Marion County. An A ct to limit the number of Trial Justices in certain Counties of this State, provide for their compensation, fix their territorial jurisdic tion, &c On m otion of Mr. ALDRICH, the following Committee was appointed to wait upon the Governor to inform him that the House was about to ascertain if he had any more communications to submit to the House. The f ollowing Message was received from the Senate : In t he Senate, Columbia, S. C, December 23, 1886. Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives : The S enate respectfully informs your honorable body that it invites the honorable the Speaker and members of the House of Representatives to be present ia the Senate Chamber at 4:15 A. M. this day for the purpose of ratifying Acts. Very r espectfully, &c, W.. L MAULDIN, President of the Senate. The i nvitation was accepted. RATIFICATION O F ACTS. The H ouse attended in the Senate Chamber, when the following Acts originating in the House were ratified : An A ct to renew and amend the charter of the Town of Winnsboro. An A ct to alter and amend the charter of the Town of Laurens. An A ct to make appropriations for the fiscal year beginning Novem ber 1st, 1886. An A ct to provide for the establishment of a new school district in Marion County. An A ct to limit the number of Trial Justices in certain Counties.of this State, provide for their compensation, fix their territorial jurisdic tion, &c The m embers returned to the House of Representatives. 392 F KIDAY, DECEMBER 24, 1886. The C ommittee who waited upon his Excellency the Governor re ported that his Excellency had no further communications for the House of Representatives. On m otion of Mr. ALDRJCH, the Clerk of the House delivered a Message orally to the Senate, informing that body that the House had discharged the business of the session and that it was ready to adjourn sine die. A M essage was received from the Senate, delivered orally by the Clerk, that the Senate had discharged the business of the session and was ready to adjourn sine die. On m otion of Mr. ANSEL, the House was adjourned sine die at 4:45 A. M. FGARY,C'rkAbbevilleH.,S.C. E..B,"C. Journa"C"erk..Charleston,S.C. N C.B. ORTHROP, Sergeant-JOHND.BROWNE,Williston,S.C. at-Arms,

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FOFFICERS O THE SENATE.

Hon.. W L. Mauldin, Lieutenant Governor and ex officio President of t he Senate, Greenville, S. C. Hon. James F. Izlar, President pro tern., Orangeburg, S. 0. H. A. Gaillakd, Clerk of the Senate, Winnsboro, S. C. A. L. Evans, Assistant Clerk, Marion, S. C. A. D. Goodwyn, Reading Clerk, Fort Motte, S. C. L. T. Levin, Journal and Index Clerk, Columbia, S. C. L. R. Marshall, Sergeant-at-Arms, Columbia, S. C. 8

MEMBERSF O THE SENATE. NAMES. P OSTOFFICES. Hon.. W L. Mauldin, President. . .Greenville, S. C. Austin, J . T Plain, Greenville Co., S. C. Alexander, G . G Camden, S. C. Bell, J ohn M Graniteville, S. C. Biemann, D W alhalla, S. C. Black,. J G Black's Station, S. C. Buist,. G L Charleston, S. C. Byrd,. S D. M Scranton, S. C. .Crews, T B Laurens, S. C. Edwards, B . W Darlington, S. 0. Erwin,. J B Lancaster, S. C. .Field, W T Maynard, S. C. .Howell, M P Walterboro, S. C. Hemphill, R . R Abbeville, S. C. Izlar,. J F Orangeburg, S. C. Kennedy, E . J Chesterfield C. H., S. C. Moody,. T C Marion, S. C. Murray,. E B Anderson, S. C. Moore,. J W Gillisonville, S. C. Munro, W iliiam Union, S. C. McCall, C . S Bennettsville, S. C. Moise, M arion. . . , Sumter, S. C. McMaster, F . W Columbia, S. C. Patterson, G . J Chester, S. C. Rhame, J ames F Manning, S. C. Reynolds, T homas Beauford, S. C. Sinkler, C . St. G Mount Pleasant, S. C. Sligh,. J A Prosperity, S. C. Smith, J eremiah Socastee, S. C. Smythe,. A T Charleston, S. C. Talbert,. W J Holmes, S. C. Wofford, J . W Fair View, Spartanburg Co., S. C. Williams, B . H Georgetown, S. C. Wingard,. S . P Lexington, S. C. Woodward, T . W Winnsboro, S. C. Youmans, L . W Campbellton, S. C. LIST OF

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REGULAR S ESSION OF 1886. LISTF O ACTS AND JOINT RESOLUTIONS.

Acts a nd Joint Resolutions Ratified Tuesday, December 21st, 1886, at 2:30 O'clock P. M.

An A ct to authorize County Commissioners of Orangeburg County to apply certain unexpended balances to general County purposes. An A ct to amend the charter of the Carolina Savings Bank of Charleston. A J oint Resolution to authorize the drawing of funds in the hands of the Treasurer of the County of Oconee. An A ct to amend Section eighteen of the Code of Procedure, relat ing to the time of holding the Circuit Courts in the First Circuit. An A ct to amend General Statutes, Title VIII of the public health, Chapter XVIII, Section 948, in relation to quarantine. An A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Mount Pleasant and Seaview Railway Company," approved Decem ber 24, 1885. An A ct to amend the charter of the Etiwan Phosphate Company. An Act amending the charter of the Eutawville Railroad Com pany. An A ct to incorporate the Commercial Savings Bank. An A ct to provide for the issue of a deficiency bond or stock to Octavins A. White in satisfaction of the guarantee of the State on a certain bond of the Spartanburg and Union Railroad Company held by him. An A ct to amend the charter of the Holy Communion Church Institute of Charleston. An A ct to amend the charter of the Charleston Base Ball Club. An A ct to recharter Holley's Ferry, across Big Saluda River, in Edgefield County. An A ct to amend Section 618 of the General Statutes of South Carolina, relating to the repair of highways. An A ct to provide for transporting persons convicted to the Peni tentiary by the Penitentiary Guard. 4 L IST OF ACTS AND JOINT KESOLUTIONS. An A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate Hugue not Mills." An A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Black- ville and Alston Kailroad Company," approved December 24th, 1885. An A ct to incorporate the Ashley Phosphate Company. An A ct to reduce the number of Trial Justices in Kershaw County and make the office a salaried one. An A ct to make appropriations for the payment of the per diem, mileage and stationery certificates of the members of the General Assembly, the salaries of the subordinate officers and employees thereof and for other purposes herein named. An A ct to ratify the amendment to Article II of the Constitution of South Carolina, by adding thereto a Section to be known as Section 4 thereof, in lieu of Sections 4 and 5 of said Article as it now stands. An A ct to exempt certain portions of Chesterfield County from the operation of Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes, relating to the Stock Law. An A ct to authorize the City Board of School Commissioners of the City of Charleston to use certain funds in aid of the repairs made necessary for the public school buildings by reason of the damage by earthquake. An A ct to repeal an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Town of Kumphville, in the County of Colleton," approved December 26, 1885. An A ct to confer certain rights upon the Port Royal and Western Carolina Railway Company, to wit, to mortgage its corporate prop erty and franchises, to extend its railway and to lease connecting railways. An A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act to amend Section 1830 of the General Statutes, in relation to partition," approved December 26th, 1885. An A ct to repeal an Act entitled "An Act to prohibit the sale of spirituous or malt liquors within the County of Barnwell," approved December 21, 1883. An A ct to incorporate the American Savings Bank. An A ct to amend Section 481 of the General Statutes of the State of South Carolina, in reference to the salary of the Lieutenant Gov ernor. An A ct to charter the Palmetto Job Printing Company. An A ct to vest in the City Council of Charleston the fee to a lot of land on the East side of King street, in the City of Charleston, for the purpose of erecting a police station house. LIST O P ACTS AND JOINT RESOLUTIONS. 5 An A ct to amend Section 1 of an Act entitled "An Act to fix the time for the holding of the Courts in the Seventh Circuit, so far as the same relates to the Counties of Newberry and Spartanburg." An A ct to authorize the County Treasurer of Berkeley County to pay the County bonds becoming due and payable January, 1887. An A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Orangeburg and Lewiedale Kailroad Company," approved December 26th, 1885. An A ct to create a fund to be designated "The Treasury Reserve Fund," and to provide for the control of the same. An A ct to amend Section 2160 of the General Statutes, relating to attorneys, solicitors and counsellors. An A ct to punish the stealing of melons and fruits. An A ct to enlarge the boundaries of School District No. 17, Pair- field County, and make two school districts thereof. An A ct relating to the compensation and duties of certain of the County officers in and for the County and City of Charleston. Air A ct to amend Section 1476 of the General Statutes, as to the running of trains on Sunday. An A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate The News and Courier Company," approved the 17th day of December, A. D. 1881. An A ct to exempt certain portions of Lexington County from the operation of Chapter XXXVII of the General Statutes of this State, relating to the Stock Law. An A ct to incorporate the Bamberg Banking Company of Bam berg, S. C. A J oint Resolution to authorize the Piedmont Manufacturing Com pany to subscribe to the capital stock of the Atlantic, Greenville and Western Railway Company. An A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act to amend an Act en titled 'An Act to incorporate the Palmetto Railroad Company,' ap proved December 21st, 1882,' " approved December 26, A. D. 1884. A J oint Resolution to provide for the payment of the expenses incurred by the Board of Visitors of the South Carolina Military Academy in repairs of the Citadel buildings. An A ct to regulate the issuing and service of warrants in criminal cases. An A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act to provide for the establishment of a new school district in the County of Darlington, to be known as the School District of the Town of Timmonsville, and to authorize the levy and collection of a special school tax therein," 6 L IST OF ACTS AND JOINT RESOLUTIONS. An A ct to incorporate the Atlantic Self Endowment and Benevo lent Association of America. An A ct to charter the Summerville and St. John's Railroad Com pany.

Acts a nd Joint Resolutions Ratified Thursday, December 23d, 1886, at 8:13 O'clock P. M.

An A ct relating to the reassessment of real property and collection of taxes in certain portions of the Counties of Charleston, Berkeley and Colleton. A J oint Resolution to extend the time for the payment of taxes for the fiscal year commencing November 1st, 1885. An A ct to ratify the amendment to Section 14 of Article IX of the Constitution of the State of South Carolina. An A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act to repeal an ordinance to prevent the erection of wooden buildings and to provide greater security against fires, and also certain portions of the Acts of the General Assembly referring to erection of wooden buildings in the City of Charleston." An A ct to provide lor the formation of certain corporations under general laws. Joint R esolution to authorize the Pelzer Manufacturing Company to subscribe to the capital stock of the Atlantic, Greenville and Western Railway Company. Joint R esolution to provide for the payment of a certain claim of Joseph K. Liles of Marlboro County. An A ct to amend Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes, relating to the General Stock Law and fencing stock. An A ct to create a new school district within the Township of Barnwell, in Barnwell County, to be known as the Barnwell Graded School District, and to authorize the levy and collection of a local tax therein. An A ct to incorporate the Aiken Water Supply and Gas Company. An A ct to amend Section 2 of an Act entitled "An Act to incorpo rate the Wallingford Church and Academy of Charleston," approved loth February, 1872, relating to the property and powers of said corporation. An A ct to incorporate the Bank of Aiken, of Aiken, South Caro lina. LISTF O ACTS AND JOINT RESOLUTIONS. 7 An A ct to incorporate the Congaree Construction Company. An A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act to prohibit the sale of spirituous liquors in the Town of Union, in this State," approved December 26, A. D. 1884. An A ct to create a school district of that portion of Barnwell County lying within the corporate limits of the Town of Allendale. An A ct to incorporate the Town of Harlin City, in Orangeburg County. An A ct to fix the fee for dieting prisoners in County Jails. An A ct to exempt certain portions of Colleton County from the operation of Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes, relating to the Stock Law. , * An A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act to regulate the admis sion of foreign surety companies to do business in this State," ap proved December 26, 1884, so far as same affects clerks and officers of banks and banking institutions and railway companies. An A ct to alter and amend the charter of the Young Men's Loan and Trust Company of Rock Hill, S. C, and to change the name thereof to " The Savings Bank of Rock Hill, S. C." An' A ct to recharter the Town of Georgetown. An A ct to charter the Town of Yorkville, in the State of South Carolina. , An A ct to amend Section 1339 and 1342 of the General Statutes, relating to hawkers and peddlers. An A ct to incorporate the Fidelity Loan and Trust Company of Spartanburg. An A ct to amend Section 6 of an Act entitled "An Act to incor porate the Town of Barnwell," approved March 1st, 1878. An A ct to limit the number of Trial Justices in York County, fix their territorial jurisdiction and provide for their compensation, and to provide for two Trial Justices in the City of Spartanburg. An A ct to exempt certain portions of Georgetown County from the operations of Chapter XXVII of the General Stock Law and fencing stock. An A ct to incorporate the Supreme Council of the Sons of the Elect. An A ct to amend an Act prescribing the mode of divesting the right of dower of insane married women, approved December 23, 1885. An A ct to authorize the Town Council of Winnsboro to issue ad ditional bonds for the purpose of relieving, repairing and improving Mt. Zion College of said town, to provide for the interest accruing thereon and for the payment of said bonds. 8 L IST OP ACTS AND JOINT KESOLUTIONS. An A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act for the establishment of a new school district in the County of Lexington and to authorize the levy and collection of a special school tax therein." An A ct to prohibit the County Commissioners of York County from granting aid to the outside poor, except as herein provided. An A ct to define and prescribe the manner of appointing Commis sioners and the issuing of the writ for the admeasurement of dower in the Circuit Courts. An A ct to authorize the County Commissioners of Clarendon to borrow money for building and repairing bridges and support of the poor.

Acts a nd Joint Resolutions Ratified Friday, December 24th, 1886, at 1:88 O'clock A. M.

An A ct to amend Section 2236 and 2237 of the General Statutes, in relation to juries. An A ct to incorporate the Orangeburg Building and Loan Associa tion. ' An A ct to regulate the number and pay of Trial Justices in Ches terfield County. An A ct to repeal Section 1040 and to amend Section 1042 of Chap ter XX of the General Statutes, entitled " Of the University of South Carolina." An A ct to authorize and empower the County Commissioners of Horry County to establish and keep in repair a public highway in said County. An A ct to confer certain powers upon the Town Council of Hodges, Abbeville County. An A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the New berry and Laurens Kailroad Company and to validate all acts and contracts done and made in pursuance of same." Joint R esolution authorizing the Comptroller General to reduce the assessment of the real estate of Mrs. Nancy Berry and to abate the taxes due by her. An A ct to authorize the Charleston Calcined Marl Company of Charleston County to reduce the capital stock to $14,000. An A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act to recharter the Town of Kingstree." An A ct to regulate the Public Printing in this State. LIST O P ACTS AND JOINT RESOLUTIONS. 0 An A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act to provide funds for the building and completion of the Court House of Marlboro County," approved December 23, 1884. Joint R esolution authorizing and requiring the County School Commissioners of Williamsburg County to pay W. D. Knox his school claim. Joint R esolution relating to the services of the Attorney General in the Revenue Bond Scrip cases. . An A ct to amend Section 200 of the Code of Civil Procedure, relat ing to arrest and bail. An A ct to provide for the establishment of a new school district in Marlboro County, and to authorize the levy and collection of a local tax therein. An A ct to submit the question of license for the sale of spirituous, malt or intoxicating liquors in Anderson and Laurens Counties to the qualified electors thereof, and to provide penalties for the evasion or attempted evasion of the Prohibition Law, if a majority of said electors vote in favor thereof." An A ct to amend Section 2497 of the General Statutes of South Carolina, in relation to setting fire to grass. An A ct to amend the charter of the Town of Chester, ratified and approved December 22, 1885. An A ct to amend the law in relation to County Commissioners and County School Commissioners. An A ct to exempt certain portions of Hampton County from the operations of Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes, relating to the Stock Law. An A ct to authorize the City Council of Greenville to issue coupon bonds for the purpose of refunding $10,000 of the indebtedness of said city falling due in July, 1887, upon bonds issued in aid of the Atlantic and Richmond Air Line Railroad Company. An A ct to incorporate the Edisto and Bunch's Pord Tramway Company. An A ct to charter the Bank of Greenwood. An A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act to charter the South Bound Railroad Company," approved Pebruary 9, 1882. An A ct to cancel the matriculation obligation of O. J. Bond, Jr.^ and Thos. P. Harrison to the Board of Visitors of the Military Academy, and to define the manner in which the said Board may hereafter deal with like cases. An A ct to validate and confirm certain township and town sub scriptions to the corporation now named " The Atlantic and North western Railway Company." 10 L IST OF ACTS AND JOINT KESOLUTIONS. An A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Town of Hampton Court House," approved December 23, 1879. An A ct to charter the Spartanburg Encampment Association. An A ct to raise supplies and make appropriations for the fiscal year commencing November 1, 1886. An A ct to regulate the time for collecting taxes by execution or distress. An A ct to incorporate the Town of Fountain Inn, Greenville County. An A ct to authorize and require the County Commissioners of Lancaster County to apply an unexpended balance in the hands of the Treasurer to the payment of ordinary County expenses. An A ct to empower and direct the County Board of Examiners of Georgetown County to close the public schools of said County during the fiscal year 1886-87, and to authorize the appropriation of the school funds of that year to the expenses of the scholastic year 1887-88. Joint R esolution to authorize and empower the County Commis sioners of Greenville, Anderson, Colleton, Spartanburg and Union, respectively, to borrow money for certain purposes. An A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act to amend an Act en titled 'An Act to incorporate the Town of Westminister, in the County of Oconee,'" ap'proved March 17, 1873, approved December 23, A. D. 1885. An A ct to fix the times and provide for the holding of the Circuit Courts of the Seventh Circuit. An A ct to authorize the State Board of Health to sell the present site, of the Quarantine Station at Port Boyal and to purchase another. Joint R esolution to authorize the County Commissioners of Green ville to apply the surplus of taxes raised to pay interest on bonds sub scribed to the Greenville and Laurens Railroad Company to the past indebtedness of said County. An A ct to fix the manner of publication of the annual statements of County officers. An A ct to provide for the issuing of license to sell spirituous and intoxicating liquors, ale, malt and wine in Berkeley and Beaufort Counties. An A ct to provide for the completion of the main building of the State House. An A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Glenn Springs Railroad Company." LISTF O ACTS AND JOINT RESOLUTIONS. 11 An A ct to amend Section 1476 of the General Statutes, relating to running trains on Sunday. An A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act to permit persons in the State liable to road duty to pay a commutation in lieu of work ing the road," so far as the same relates to Greenville and Pickens Counties. An A ct to make appropriations to meet the ordinary expenses of the State Government for the fiscal year commencing November 1st, 1886. An A ct to charter the Yemassee and Walterboro Railroad Com pany. An A ct to ratify and confirm the Act of consolidation of the Charleston, Cincinnati and Chicago Railroad Company, "a corpora tion organized under the laws of this State to and with the Ruther ford Railway Construction Company" and the Rutherford, Marion and Tennessee Railway Company, corporation organized under the laws of the State of North Carolina under the name of the Charles ton, Cincinnati and Chicago Railroad Company. Joint R esolution providing for the disposition of certain unclaimed drafts in the hands of the County Commissioners of Colleton County and the funds applicable thereto. ,

Acts a nd Joint Resolutions Ratified Friday, December 24th, 1886, at 4:15 O'clock A. M.

An A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act respecting Trial Justices in the Counties of Newberry, Edgefield, Anderson, Kershaw, Lau rens, Charleston, Berkeley, Pickens and Spartanburg," approved December 26, 1884. An A ct to establish two school districts in Chester County, and to authorize the levy and collection of a local tax therein. An A ct to incorporate the Greenville, Polk and Rutherford Rail road Company. An A ct to authorize and require the County Commissioners of York County to submit to the qualified voters of Broad River Town ship and Bullock's Creek Township in York County the question of transferring the subscription heretofore voted to the Georgetown and North Carolina Narrow Gauge Railroad Company to any other rail 12 L IST OF ACTS AND JOINT RESOLUTIONS. road c ompany, after a limited period ; and also to submit to the qualified voters of York Township the question of changing the sub scription of said township to the Charleston, Cincinnati and Chicago Railroad Company in certain particulars. An A ct to provide a more efficient system of working the public roads in Anderson County. An A ct to change the name and to amend the charter of the Chester, Greenwood and Abbeville Railroad Company by a substitute there for. An A ct to limit the number of Trial Justices in certain Counties of this State, to- provide for fixing their territorial jurisdiction and for the manner and amount of their compensation. An A ct to amend Sections 1, 2, 3, 4 and 6 of an Act entitled "An Act to charter the People's Savings Bank of Newberry, South Caro lina." An A ct to allow persons who shall have resided within this State for ten years since the close of the civil war and who have lost their legs or arms or have been permanently disabled in their legs or arms during military service in the years 1861, 1862, 1863, 1864 and 1865, to obtain the benefit of an Act entitled "An Act to provide artificial limbs for all soldiers of the State who lost their legs or arms or who have been permanently disabled in their legs and arms during mili tary service in the years 1861, 1862, 1863, 1864 and 1865, and who have not been supplied under the provisions of former Acts of the General Assembly," approved December 17th, 1881, and the Acts amendatory thereto. Joint R esolution to provide for the payment of certain past due school claims in Aiken and Spartanburg Counties. An A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act to provide for the set tlement of the consolidated debt of the State," in accordance with the decision of the Supreme of South Carolina. An A ct to prescribe and fix the amount of the bond of the Judge of Probate of Williamsburg County. An A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act to charter the Chester and Camden Railroad Company," approved February 9, 1882. An A ct to amend Section 1687 of the General Statutes, relating to the hunting of deer. An A ct to amend an Act entitled "An Act to exempt certain Counties herein named from the operation of Chapter XXVII, Title X, of the General Statutes, relating to the General Stock Law." An A ct to alter and amend the charter of the Town of Laurens. LIST O F ACTS AND JOINT RESOLUTIONS. 13 An A ct to amend and extend an Act entitled "An Act to incor porate the New Brighton Hotel Ferry and Telegraph Company/' approved December 23, 1884. An A ct to establish the South Carolina Agricultural Farm and Stations. An A ct to provide for the establishment of a new school district in Marion County, and to authorize the levy and collection of a local tax therein. An A ct to renew and amend the charter of the Town of Winns- boro. IlfcTIDIEX:.

PAGR Academy, M ilitary. (See Governor's Message.) 34 Agnew, J ohn, account of •• 385 Agricultural a nd Mechanical Society. (See Governor s Message.) 46 College. ( See Governor's Message.) 38 Agriculture. D epartment of. (See Governor's Message.) 39 Anderson, R . M., elected Reading Clerk 11 Ansel, M r., leave of absence granted to ' 178 Assessment o f property. (See Governor's Message ) 21 Association, S outh Carolina Bar, communication from 129 Asylum, L unatie. (See Governor's Message.) 43 B. Berkeley, M r., leave of absence granted to • 157, 289 Barmore, M r., leave of absence granted to 375 Bellinger, G .Duncan, claim of 140, 233, 351 Bills a cted upon in the House of Representatives. (See Tabular Index.) Black, M r., leave of absence granted to 157 Blackwell, M r., leave of absence granted to 219 Boozer, M r., leave of absence granted to 79 Boyle, M r., leave of absence granted to 136 Bratton. M r. John, elected Trustee of the South Carolina University 351 Brice, M r., leave of absence granted to 156, 240 Brooker, M r., leave of absence granted to 79, 89 Brooker. M r. N. W„ elected a Director of the Penitentiary 212 Brown, M r., leave of absence granted to 136 Browne, M r. John D., elected Sergeant at-Arms 11 Browne, M r. John D., Sergeant-at-Arms, account of 328, 346 Browning, M r., leave of absence granted to 136 .Bryan, R L., & Co,, account of 336, 365, 385 Buck, M r., leave of absence granted to 67, 328 C. Cain, M r., leave of absence granted to 136 Canal, C olumbia. (See Governor's Message.) . Cappelman, M r., leave of absence granted to 1 Census. ( See Governor's Message.) Chalmers, M r., leave of absence granted to Chandler, M r., leave of absence granted to Charleston, C ity of. (See Governor's Message.) Harbor C ommission Report 16 Clerk, A ssistant. Mr. B. Cleveland Sloan appointed 17 Bill, M r. F. B. Gary appointed 17 Journal, M r. C. B. Northrop appointed 17 of H ouse, Mr. John T. Sloan elected 10 obb, M r., leave of absence granted to 328 , M r. W. C, elected Trusteo of the South Carolina University 352 , A gricultural. (See Governor's Message.) Claflin. ( See Governor's Message.) South C arolina. (See Governor's Message.) Columbia D ivision Sons of Tompcrance, communication from 138 Gas L ight Company, claim of. 166, 210, 216 nmittee. F ree Conference 368 nmittees, S tanding, appointed 59 members a dded to..; : 127 Commission. R ailroad. (See Governor's Message.) Commutations a nd Pardons. (Sec Governor's Message.) Comptroller G eneral, Report of, as to wounded persons 78 (See G overnor s Message.) 19 Concurrent R esolutions. (Seo Tabular Index.) Constitution. ( Seo Governor's Message.) Courts, t he. (See Governor's Message.) D. Deaf, D umb and Blind, Institution for Education of. (See Governor's Message.) Dean, M r., leave of absence granted to 100, 328 Doorkeepers a ppointed ., 17 Douglass. M r., leave of absence granted to 79, 136, 231 Dukes, M r., leave of absence granted to 287 E. Evans, G eneral N. G. (See Governor's Message and Concurrent Resolution.) 48, 99 Evans, M r., leave of absence granted to 240 F. Fox, M r., leave of absence granted to 208 Fraser, H on. T. B„ elected Judge of Third Circuit 200 . I NDEX TO HOUSE JOURNAL. G. P AOB Graham, M r., leave of absence granted to 313 Grand J ury, presentment of, Abbeville County, as to publication of Reports of County Officers 1 8. 139 relating t o the buying of seed cotton 18 Charleston C ounty, as to County buildings 19 Chesterfield C ounty, as to Trial Justices and opening of Circuit C ourts 17, 278 Edgefield C ounty 179, 278 Edgefield C ounty, as to various subjects 18, 278 in r egard to printing of Treasurers' and other County officers' r eports : 68 in r elation to change in the criminal law in this State 68 in r egard to record of County Commissioners 68, 278 Kershaw C ounty, as to Trial Justices . 18, 278 Lancaster C ounty, relating to various subjects 9(1, 278 Orangeburg C ounty, as to licenses for buying seed cotton. 18, 278 oas t drawing of jurors 18, 278 Governor, I naugural of 11* .John P Richardson declared elected 74 Lieutenant, o ath administered to 120 W.. L Mauldin declared elected 74 Guess. M r., leave of absence granted to 289 Guignard, M r. J. G., elected a Director of the Penitentiary 212 H. Hammond, M r. Paul F„ elected Trustee of the South Carolina University 351 Harper, M r., leave of absence granted 100, 313 Haskell, M r. A. C, elected Trustee of the South Carolina University 351 Haskell, M r., leave of absence granted 219 Health, B oard of. State. (See Governor's Message.) 46 Henry. M r. Robert, elected Trustee of the South Carolina University 352 Hickman, M r., leave of absence granted 351 Hill, M r., leave of absence granted 1*5, 157, 289 Hough. M r., leave of absence granted 136 fHouse o Representatives organized 1 House, S tate. (See Governor's Message.) 46 Howe, D r. John De La, Report of Trustees of Estate of. 19 Hudgens. M r., leave of absence granted 232 Hutson. M r., leave of absence granted 328 Hyde, M r., leave of absence granted 136 I. Izlar, M r. J. F., elected Trustee of the South Carolina University 351 J. Joint A ssembly 73, 113, 200, 211, 347 Joint R esolutions. (See Tabular Index.) Joint R ule IX, report on 196 Jones,. A C, claim of '. 90. 233 Jones, M r., leave of absence granted 157 Judge f or Eighth Circuit elected 347 Judge f or Third Circuit elected 200 K. Keeperf o Speaker's Room and Porter to Clerk appointed 17 Keitt, M r., leave of absence granted 67, 231 King, M r., leave of absence granted 145 I. Laborers a ppointed 17 Leavef o absence granted 67, 79, 89, 100, 136. 145, 156, 178, 188, 208, 219, 231. 2 40. 253, 279, 287, 289, 313, 328, 351, 375 Lipscomb. M r. T. J., elected Superintendent of Penitentiary 212 Lunatic A sylum, Joint Committee to act in conjunction with Board of Regents of the 371 (See G overnor's Message.) 43 M. Mail C arrier appointed 17 Mauldin. B . F.. Executor of J. P. Reed, claim of 140, 233, 351 Mauldin, H on. William L., declared duly elected Lieutenant Governor 74 swornn i 120 Mears, M r., added to certain Committees 137 Members e lect appeared, produced their credentials, were sworn and took their seats 16, 67 Memorials. ( See Tabular Index.) Messages f rom the Governor 19, 108, 236, 267, 357. 365, 386 Senate. . ..12. 67. 88, 147, 188, 209 213, 217, 218, 235, 236, 241, 242, 251, 261, 286, 295, 296, 305, :)l6. 317, 318, 319, 324, 331, 332, 342. 343, 355, 358, 362, 365, 367, 368. 369. 370, 371. 372, 377. 378, 381, 382, 383, 384. 389. 391, 392 to t he Senate 12, 108, 121, 188, 189, 201, 202, 217, 218, 2.35, 242, 296, 305, 306, 315, 316. 3 17, 318. :«1, :m, 312, 343. 344. 347. 352. 353. 354, 355, 356, .358, 368. 369, 371, 372, 374, 375, 376, 377. 378, 381, 382. 383, 392 Miles,r M , leave of absence granted 67, 137, 253 Military A cademy. (See Governor's Message.) 34 Militia. ( See Governor's Message.) 45 Miller, M r. B. F., leave of absence granted 208 Mimnaugh, J . L., & Co., account of 385 | INDEXO T HOUSE JOURNAL. 3 PAGE rMorrall, M , leave of absence granted 145, 328 McClintock. M r., leave of absence granted .... 208 McCrady, E dward, claim of 18, 351 McDaniel, M r., leave of absence granted 231 McPadden, M r. C. W., elected a Director of the Penitentiary 212 McKissick,r M , leave of absence granted 157, 240 N. Norton, H on. J. J., eleoted Judge of Eighth Circuit 349 O. O'Brien, M r. A. F., leave of absence granted 100, 253 P. Pages a ppointed 17 Pardons a nd Commutations. (See Governor's Message.) 51 Penitentiary D irectors, election of 212 (See G overnor's Message.) 41 Superintendent, e lection of 212 Perry, E x-Governor, proceedings on death of 171 Petitions. ( See Tabular Index.) Peurifoy, M r., leave of absence granted 375 Pharmaceutical A ssociation of South Carolina, communication from , 88 Plowden. M r., leave of absence granted 89 Presentments o f Grand Juries. (See Grand Jury.) Pringle, M r., leave of absence granted It. 232 Railroad C ommission. (See Governor's Message ) 45 Raysor. M r., leave of absence granted 145 Reading C lerk, Mr. R. M. Anderson elected 11 Ready, M r., leave of absenoe granted 313 Report, H arbor Commissioners, of Charleston : 16 Resolutions. ( See Tabular Index.) Concurrent. ( See Tabular Index.) Joint. ( Sec Tabular Index.) Revenue B ond Scrip. (See Governor's Message.) 31 Richardson, H on. John P., declared duly elected Governor 74 Inauguration o f 114 X,Rule I Joint, Report on 196 Russell, W illiam, claim of 233 Rutland, M r., leave of absence granted 79. 157, 289 8. Sally, M r., leave of absence granted 100 Sarratt. M r., leave of absence granted 279 Schools. P ublie. (See Governor's Message.) 32 Scrip, R evenue Bond. (See Governor's Message.) 31 Seats, a llotment of. 12 Sergeant-at-Arms, M r. John D Browne elected 11 Shaffer, M r., leave of absence granted 136 Shaw, M r., lea ve of absence granted 100 Simons, M r. James, elected Speaker 9 faddress o 10, 385 Simonton, H on. C. H., elected Trustee of the South Carolina University 351 Sloan, M r. John T., elected Clerk of House 10 (Clerk,) a ccount of 336, 364 South C arolina College. (See Governor's Message.) 36 Speaker, e lection of 9 takes t he oath 16 Stanland, M r., leave of absence granted 157, 351 Stanley. J . C, & Bro., account of. 336, 364 State A gricultural and Mechanical Society. (See Governor's Message.) 46 Boardf o Health. (See Governor's Message.) 46 Equalization, c laim of 233, 351 House. ( See Governor's Message.) 46 Stewart, M r., leave of absence granted 253 Stokes,. R M , claim of 149, 1114, 337 .Stoney, W E., Comptroller General, communication from 78 Supreme C ourt Library, disbursements for 68 T. Taxes, c ollection of. (See Governor's Message.): Thompson, M r. W. C, selected Clerk of Judiciary Committee 96 Tillinghast, W . S., claim of 140, 234 Treasurer's, S tate, books, Report of Joint Committee to investigate 344 Turner, M r., leave of absence granted 328 University, S outh Carolina, election of Trustees of 350 W. Walker, M r. J. Frost, leave of absence granted 89 .White. J R-, claim of. 79 Williams, J ohn W„ claim of 385 Williams, W inthrop, claim of 140, 233, 278, 337 Wilson, M r., H. F-, leave of absence granted 253 Winiberly, M r., leave of absence granted 136, 289 Wylie, M r., leave of absence granted 136, 188 INDEXO T HOUSE JOURNAL. Bills A cted Upojt in the House of Representatives. Notk.— T he title to Bills marked with a * have been changed.

Other P ro Final Introduced b y TITLE. ceedings. A ction.

Mr. A ldrich.. A B ill to amend Section two thousand six hundred and twenty nine (2629) of General Statutes, relating to the drawing and term of service of| Grand Jurors 13 135 143 83. 2 42 Rejectedy b Senate. Mr. A ldrich.. A B ill to amend Section 89 of the General Statutes of South Carolina relating to the qualification of electors 2i it; Mr. A ldrich.. A B ill to amend Section 618 of the General Statutes of South Carolina, relating to the repairs of highways.. 134, 3 25, 357, 334 A pproved. Mr. B rawley.. A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to repeal an ordinance to pre vent the erection of wooden build ings and to provide greater security against fires, and also certain por tions of the Acts of the General Assembly referring to the erection of wooden buildings in the City of| Charleston." Mr. B rawley.. A B ill to incorpoiate the Ashley Phosphate Company 140, 2 72 Tabled. Mr. Brawley.. A B ill to amend the charter of the Holy Communion Church Institute of Charleston 83 99, 1 13, 300, 334, 3 57 Approved. Mr. B rawley.. A B ill to amend the General Statutes, Title VIII. "Of the Public Health," Chapter XVIII, Section 948, in re lation to quarantine w 58 134, 1 70 Tabled. Mr. B oyle.. A B ill to charter the Summerville and St. John's Railroad Company... Mr. Burke.. A B ill to incorporate the Commercial Savings Bank 58 Mr. Burke.. A B ill to amend the charter of the Carolina Savings Bank of Charleston Mr. Burke.. A B ill to amend an Act entitled '"An Act to incorporate the Berkeley County Railroad and Lumber Com pany." Mr. B urke.. A B ill to provide for the issue of a deficiency bond or stock to Octavius A. White in satisfaction of the guaranty of the State on a certain bond of the Spartanburg and Union Railroad Company held by him 57 176 131,300,336. 357 Approved. Mr.Cappelinann A B ill entitled "A Bill amending the charter of the Eutawville Railroad Company." Mr. D antzler A B ill to amend an Act incorporating the Orangeburg and Lewiedale Railroad Company Mr. H askell *A B ill to appropriate certain sums of money in the Treasury to a fund to be known as the reserve fund 801145 199 | 1 08, 145, 199, 2091325, 334 , 366 Approved. Mr. H yde A Bill to amend the charter of the . C harleston Base Ball Club Mr. H yde A Bill to amend Section 2037 of the General S tatutes of South Carolina, relating to certain rights and liabili ties of husband and wife 57 199 Mr. H yde.. | A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Mount Pleas ant and Seaview City Railway Com pany," approved December 24, 18S5. 15 INDEXO T HOUSE JOURNAL. 5 Bills A cted Upon in the House of Representatives. NAte.— T he title to Bills marked with a * have been changed. bc M B - Other P ro' Final Introduced b y TITLE. PS ceedings. A ction. c ts c © e .25 E EC Mr. H yde. A B ill to renew and extend the char- terof the Stono Phosphate Company Mr. Hyde. A B ill to provide for the formation of | certain corporations under the General Statutes 56 187 139, 1 87, 198, 202 Mr. H yde. A B ill to amend Section 7 of an Act entitled "An Act to require foreign co-operative assessment companies to comply with the insurance laws of the State, and to clearly define who shall be considered agents of insurance companies," approved December 24th, 1883 Ml 160 109, 2 51 Rejected b y Mr. H yde A B ill to change the law relating to Senate. Trial Justices 139 Mr. M cKissick. *A B ill to repeal the law allowing to Withdrawn. the Lieutenant Governor an annual salary of one thousand dollars ... 135 143 8 3, 288, 336. Mr. M cKissick. *A B ill to reduce the annual salary of Approved. the Chief Justice to three thousand five hundred dollars, and the annual salaries of the Associate Justices each and of the Circuit Judges each to three thousand dollars Mr. M cKissick. *A B ill to make seven per cent, per annum the legal rate of interest upon any contract arising in this State for the hiring, lending or use of money or other commodity Til 131, 2 34, 271 Indefi n i t e l y Mr.A.F.O'Brien A B ill to charter the Yemassee.and postponed. Walterboro Railroad Company... 263 M r. Raysor... A B ill to repeal an Act entitled "An Act to amend Section 2398 of the General Statutes, relative to the enforcement of agricultural liens," approved December 26, 1885 Mr. R aysor.. A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to amend Section eighteen of the Code of Procedure, in reference to the time for holding Circuit Courts in the First Circuit," ap proved December 23d, 1885 Ml Mr. B axter- *A B ill to amend certain Sections of 110, 1 12 Rejected. the Fish Laws of the State 112, 121, 176 Rejected. E nacting words Mr. Boozer.. *A B ill to amend Section 1731 of| stricken out. Chapter LV of the General Statutes of this State, of Licenses 5:; 160 109, 1 60, lfil, 162, 163 Mr. Boyle... *A B ill to empower the County Tabled. Treasurer of Berkeley County to pay the County bonds becoming due and payable January, 1887.... 72 !>

Bills A cted Upon in the House of Representatives. Notk.— T he title to Bills marked with a * have been changed.

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Mr. B rowning.. *A B ill to exempt a certain portion of Berkeley County from the pro visions of the General Stock Law.... 53 1 42 310 317 142,193, 3 10, 317, 356, 389. 390 Ratified. Mr. D antzlcr.... *A B ill to allow County Commission ers of Orangeburg County to use certain unexpended balances in the County Treasury 530 1 7 99 113 113,225, 2 36 Ratified. I A pproved. Mr. D ouglass... A B ill to renew the charter of the Townf o Winnsboro :. 531122 2 44 141, 3 91 'Ratified. Mr. Douglass... *A B ill to authorize the Town Council of the Town of Winnsboro to issue bonds for the purpose of improving the building of the Mount Zion College and procuring suitable fur niture therefor 139, 1 50,364,| 372, 3 79, Ratified. Mr. D ouglass.. *A B ill relating to the Trial Justice system 178, 2 23, 232, 241, 269, a52, 364,371,377. Ratified. 387, 391 A pproved. Mr. D ouglass.. A B ill to amend the law as to the assessment of property for taxation Mr. Hill *A B ill to exempt certain portions of Colleton County from the operation of the Genera I Stock Law contained in Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes 91 186 197 332, 3 33, 387 Ratified. A pproved. Mr. H yde *A B ill to authorize the foremen of Grand Juries to administer the oath to all witnesses to be examined by the Grand Jury I Tll 135,143 236 Mr. M aher.. A B ill to repeal an Act entitled "An Act to prohibit the sale of spirituous and malt liquors in the County of| Barnwell," approved December 21st, 1883 S2 143 159 96, 3 25, 335. 366 Approved. Mr. M cIIugh.... A B ill to extend and amend the charter or the New Brighton Ferry Company Mr. McKissick *A B ill to allow defendants in criminal cases to examine by commission their witnesses residing beyond the 241 limits of this State - 91 109, 1 45, 175, A B ill to provide for the establish Mr. M iles.. ment of a new school district in Marion county and to nuthorize the levy and collection of a local tax therein 139. 3 15, 332, 354, 381, 391 Ratified. .Mr.L. P Miller *A B ill exempting portions of George town county from the operations of| the Stock Law 109, 3 05,346. 38" Approved. Mr.L.. P Miller *A B ill amending the charter of the Town of Georgetown 132, 3 15, 372, Ratified. 379, 387 A pproved. Mr. N elson- A B ill to reduce the number of Trial Justices in Kershaw county, and make the office of Trial Justice in said county a salaried office 154 167, 3 09 Tabled. Mr. N elson.. *A B ill to provide for the payment of] jurors and witnesses in criminal cases at the close of each term of 112, 1 45. 170, the Court of Kershaw county , 197 187,296 INDEXO T HOUSE JOUKTSTAL. 7 Bills A cted Upon in the House of Kepresentatives. Note.— T he title to Bills marked with a * have been changed.

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A B ill to license the sale of seed cot ton in Kershaw county 55 A B ill to amend Section 310 of the Code of Procedure, as ratified December 24, 1885, relating to judg ments 152 Rejected. A B ill to amend the Homestead Law. *A B ill to amend Section 1776 of the General Statutes 164, 3 05 A B ill to amend Section 2037 of the General Statutes, relating to con tracts of married women 131 *A B ill to amend Section 1 of an Act entitled "An Act to fix the time for the holding of Courts in the Seventh Circuit, so far as the same relates to the counties of Newberry and Spar tanburg," approved December 26th, 1884 55 72 135 143 96, 2 67, 336. 366 Approved. *A B ill to regulate the suit and collec tion of bonds of defaulting officers, making it the duty of the Circuit Solicitors to bring and prosecute said suits, and fixing their re muneration therefor .31.", 287 *A B ill to amend Section 2428, Chap ter XCVIII, of the General Statutes, of costs and fees of attorneys and other officers 1S6 19i 109, 3 31 A B ill to amend the charter of the Palmetto Railroad Company... A B ill to amend the charter of the Cheraw and Camden Short Line Railroad Company A B ill to incorporate the Orangeburg Building and Loan Association A B ill to confer the rights of legiti macy upon Marie Smalls and Eliza beth Smalls and to change their names to Marie Butler and Eliza beth Butler 205 *A B ill to enlarge by amendment School District No. 17 in Fairfield county 111 159 109, 3 25, 333, 367 Approved. A B ill to form a new county out of, a portion of the counties of Chester; field, Darlington, Kershaw and Sumter A B ill to incorporate the Fidelity Loan and Trust Company of Spar tanburg county Mr.. W B. Wil A B ill to amend an Act ontitled "An son,r J Act to amend the Militia Laws of the State," approved December 24th, 1883 165, 3 10 Continued. Mr.V. V B. Wil *A B ill to regulate the buying of seed son, Jr cotton 272 2«9 151, 288, 358 Mr.. W B. Wil *A B ill to limit the number of Trial son, Jr Justices in York county, fix their territorial jurisdiction and provide for their compensation 113 159 84, 3 05, 332, Ratified. 333, 388 A pproved. Mr. W .B. Wil A B ill to amend Sections 1339 and 1342 son, Jr of the General Statutes, relating to hawkers and peddlers 244 259 135, 3 15, 332, Ratified. 333, 388 A pproved. INDEXO T HOUSE JOURNAL. Bills A cted Upon m the House of Kepresentasives. Note.— T he title to Bills marked with a* have been changed. M u •5 e p ee Other P ro Final Introduced b y TITLE. M ceedings. A ction. tie a c Kir 00 Sec o y. Mr. W .M.Wal A B ill to charter the Town of York ker ville, in the Stateof South Carolina 233 267 132, 2 60, 343, Ratified. 372, 370, 387 A pproved. , Mr. S eegers.. A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to provid* for the more speedy development of the Columbia Canal." 109, 1 99. 268 Tabled. Mr. M ason.... A B ill to authorize the drawing of funds in the hands of the Treasurer of the county of Oconee Mr. Aldrich.. A B ill .to amend Sections 2234, 2235 and 2248 of the General Statutes of South Carolina, relating to the con stitution, pay and duties of Jury Commissioners 82 145 175 110, 1 45, 175. Mr. A ncruin A B ill to prohibit the obstruction of navigation by bridges over and across rivers in this State 91 152 Continued. Mr. Ancrum A B ill to pension S. M. Boykin and Wm. Adams, veterans of the Mexi can and Confederate wars Mr. Ansel ... A B ill to confer certain rights on the Pacific Guano Company in certain navigable streams running through lands of the said company Mr. A nsel ... A B ill (with Petition) to amend the law in reference to the salary of the Trial Justice at Greer's, in the County of Greenville Mr. A nsel ... A B ill (with Petition) to incorporate the Atlantic Self-Endowment and Benevolent Association of America Mr. Ansel ... A B ill to change the name of Texie Kelly to Texie Stroud, and to allow her to inherit from Newton J. Stroud. (With Petition.) so Mr. B oozer... A B ill to recharter Holley's Ferry across Big Saluda River, in Edge field County 176 1S5 134, 3 00, 335, 357 Approved. Mr. B oyle .... *A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to amend the charter of the Town of Summerville." 90 109, 1 76 Enacting w ords stricken out. Mr. B rooker, *A B ill to prohibit the sale of spiritu ous liquors in the Town of Leesville, in the county of Lexington -| 125 125, 151, 209 Mr. Byrd A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to provide for the establishment of a new school district in the coun ty of Darlington, to be known as the School District of the Town of Tim- monsville, andto authorize thelevy and collection of a local school tax therein," approved December 24th, 1883 s2 11) 150 109, 3 25,334, 367 Approved. Mr.Cappelinann A B ill entitled "A Bill to amend Sections 2350 and 2351, Chapter XCV, General Statutes, relating to chattel mortgages and liens and liens on buildings a nd lands." 75 126 Substitute. Mr. D ukes.. *A B ill to amend Section 2437 of the General Statutes, relating to Sheriffs' fees for dieting prisoners... 246 250 150, 2 46, 247, Ratified. 332, 333, 387 A pproved. Mr. D antzler *A Bill to provide for the transporta- I t ion of convicts to the Penitentiary I 7611251 1 1125, 151, 244lTabled. INDEXO T HOUSE JOURNAL. 9 Bills A cted Upon in the House of Kepresentatives. Note. — T he title to Bills marked with a * have been chnnged. Bbi bic ~r •5 Vcz '5 Introduced b y TITLE. OS pd Other P ro Final -r ceedings. A ction. G a 'g O s- 00 E H Mr. G ary.. *A B ill to require the Clerk of the Supreme Court to forward to the Clerk of the Circuit Court in which it was tried a certified copy of the opinion of the Supreme Court in each case with the remittitur 92 130, 1 87 Enacting w ords stricken out. Mr. H amilton.. *A B ill entitled "A Bill to amend an Act entitled 'An Act to charter the Chester and Camden Railroad Com pany," approved February, 1882 79 Mr. H ough *A B ill to regulate the use of books in public schools 141,260 Mr. H udgens.. *A B ill to limit the rate of interest to seven per cent , 132, 1 70, 224, Continued t o 272 next Session. Mr. H udgens *A B ill to repeal the Lien Law 110, 1 40, 234 Continued. Mr. Hutson... *A B ill to amend Sections 2236 and 2237 of the General Statutes, in reference to thedrawing of jurors... 206 Mr. H yde.. A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to amend Section 1830 of the General Statutes, in relation to par tition, " approved December 26, 1885 104 144 160 130, 3 26. 366 Approved. Mr. K ershaw.. A B ill to charter the Florence and Hymansville Railroad Company Mr. O'Brien... A B ill to reduce the number of Trial Justices in Colleton county Mr. King A B ill to change the name of Beulah Jane Galloway to that of Beulah Jane Dowling and enable her to in herit from S. S. Dowling Mr. P ringle.. A B ill to amend Section 808 of the General Statutes of this State, relat ing to Trial Justices 92 134 Rejected. Mr. Raysor... A B ill to define and prescribe the manner of appointing Commission ers and of issuing the writ for the admeasurement of dower in the Circuit Courts 81 1 44 159 110, 3 15, 346, 388 A pproved. Mr, S haffer A B ill to amend Section 1476 of the General Statutes, as to running trains on Sunday 133, 1 94, 200, 201, 210, 326, 334, 358, 367. Ratified. Mr. J ohn P. *A B ill to reduce the salaries of State 378, 380 A pproved. Thomas, of officers. That is to say : salaries of Union the Secretary of State and his Clerk salaries of Comptroller General his Chief Clerk and Bookkeeper, salaries of State Treasurer, his Chief | Clerk and Bookkeepers; salaries of Attorney General and his Assist ant ; salaries of Circuit Solicitors; salaries of State Superintendent of | Education and his Clerk ; and sala ries of Adjutant and Inspector General and his Clerk 103 131, 1 78, 199 Enacting w ords stricken out. Mr. W ashington *A B ill to exempt certain portions of Beaufort county from the operation of the General Stock Law, contained in Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes 77 192 :.iuo 314 229,231,314, Ratified. 3 72, 379, 387 A pproved. Mr.W ashington *A B ill to exempt Beaufort county from the operation of the General Prohibition Law, contained in Indefinitely Chaptei LV, General Statutes 77 155ll83l. 183, 3 10 p ostponed 10 I NDEX TO HOUSE JOURNAL. Bills A cted Upon in the House of Representatives. Notk.—T he title to Bills marked with a * have been changed.

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Mr. W harton... A B ill to amend Section 2084 of the General Statutes, in regard to vio lation of contracts 151, 2 73 Continued t o n ext session. Mr. T indall... A B ill to reorganize the Department of Agriculture 133, 1 70, 241 Tabled. Mr. Ancrum.. *A B ill to create two new voting pre cincts in Kershaw county and change that of Boykin's Steam Mill to Stockton Place Precinct Mr. A nsel A B ill to allow the County Commis sioners of Greenville county to bor row money Mr. B oozer *A B ill to provide for the taxation of dogs in this State, and direct the application of said tax ;,i 91, 1 52, 194 Mr. C handler... *A B ill in relation to the bond of the Probate Judge of Williamsburg County ,",0!) 314 166, 3 89, 390 Ratified. Mr. D avenport. *A B ill to abolish the Lien Law 140, 110, 186 E nacting words stricken out. Mr. Davenport. A B ill to reduce salary of School Com missioners to one hundred dollars... Mr. Davenport. A B ill to abolish Auditor and require the Treasurer to perform the duties Mr. Davenport. *A B ill to repea I the office of Register of Mesne Conveyance for Green ville, and devolve the duties thereof on the Clerk 135 Rejected. Mr. D ean.. A B ill to grant to Mrs. Walker, widow of Mr. Walker, the founder of Cedar Springs Institute for the Deaf, Dumb and Blind, a home in said Institute during the remainder of I her natural life Mr. G ary *A B ill to make municipal corpora tions liable for torts 216 26,1 .Mr.S. P Hamil A B ill to change the name and amend ton , the charter of the Chester, Green wood and Abbeville Railroad Com pany Ml 244 389,390 Ratified. Mr. H arper *A B ill to regulate the costs of dieting prisoners in County Jails 2 73 Indefinitely p ostponed. Mr. H arper A B ill to regulate and fix the salaries and compensation of County School Commissioners 86 1111 1S6 19T 134,296 Mr. H ickman .. A B ill to reduce the number of Trial Justices in Horry county, fix their territorial jurisdiction and provide for theircompensation Mr. H udgens.... A B ill to prohibit the mortgaging of. crops in South Carolina 297 Rejected. M. L. P. Miller *A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to divide the State of South Carolina into seven Congressional Districts," approved July 5. 1882 125 257 Mr. M ims .. *A B ill for the appointment of a Trial Justice at Batesburg, in Lexington county, whose jurisdiction shall extend into Aiken and Edgefield counties lal 150, 2 73 Continued t o next session. Mr. M ims.. *A B ill to amend the Stook Law in so far as it refors to certain town ships of Lexington county 86 , 1 01 1 17) 175 326, 3 34, 367 Approved Mr. Moses,, A B ill to limit the number of Trial Justices in Sumter county, fix their territorial jurisdiction, and provide for their oomponsation INDEXO T HOUSE JOURNAL. 11 Bills A cted Upon in the House of Representatives. Notk. — T he title to Bills marked with a * have been changed.

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Mr. M oses A B ill to restrict the duties of County Commissioners of Sumter county, as to paupers 8G 102 152, 3 05, 336 (Continued. Mr. M oses A B ill abolishing the office of Super visor of Registration and devolving the d uties on County Auditors 86 102 131,206 Mr. M oses...., A B ill to amend Chapter XCVIII, Section 2437, of the General Statutes, 247 oas t fees of Sheriffs 86 12", 216 259 123, 1 50, 246, Mr. Peurifoy A B ill to nmend Section 152 of the General Statutes, in regaid to the rates of publishing election notices. 86 102 257 Mr. Rankin., *A B ill to amend Section 163 of the General Statutes, relating to pre cincts in Chesterfield County 87 92 ..... 257 ] Mr. Rankin. *A B ill to regulate the number and territorial jurisdiction of Trial Jus tices in Chesterfield county, and to provide salaries for the same ST 103 166 ] Mr. S arratt.., A B ill to have a reassessment of the realty of the State made ST Mr. Sarratt. A B ill to prohibit corporations from charging more for weighing cotton than is actually necessary to pay the weigher 87 141 141 Mr. S arratt.. *A B ill to allow all Confederate soldiers who have lost a limb or are otherwise unable to earn a living in consequence of wounds received in the service of their country, and who have resided within the State for ten years and have received no pay from any other State, to have and receive the same assistance as South Carolina soldiers are allowed 87 127 322 330 127,255,310, 3 89,390 Mr. S haw A B ill to regulate the trade in seed Ratified. cotton in Sumter County •ST 123 125, 2 09 Mr. S impson- A B ill to amend the charter of the Town of Woodruff, in Spartanburg county S7 193 229 Mr. Simpson- *A B ill to amend Section 1391 of the General Statutes, relating to the granting of certain charters 87 92 183 Mr. Simpson.. A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Glenn Springs Railroad Company." ST 121 322 329 124, 1 94, 378, 380 Mr. H .F.Wilson *A B ill to amend Section 2061 of the Ratified. General Statutes, relating to the custodians of minors 87 105 170 129, 1 76, 187, Mr. Ansel A B ill to authorize the Piedmont 220 Manufacturing Company to sub scribe to the capital stock of the Atlantic, Greenville and Western Railway Company 93 Mr. A rcher A B ill to regulate the sale of spiritu ous and intoxicating liquors by pre scription in cities, towns and vil lages where the local option lav exists 93 101 186 130 Mr. B igham *A B ill to require persons fishing with seins in the island creeks, rivers and other streams of this State to regis ister theii names in the Clerk's office and to give bond not to violate fish laws 93 126 126, 2 06 Mr. B igham *A B ill to amend Section 1015 of the General Statutes, relating to the portionment of the school fund.. 93 141 141. 1 65 12 I NDEX TO HOUSE JOURNAL. Bills A cted Upon* in the House of Representatives. Note.— T he title to Bills marked with a * have been changed. ding.lj bi csi j FirstReadi SecondRea (Third R eed Other P ro Final Introduced b y TITLE. ceedings. A ction. 6- o y. Mr. B ighom.. *A B ill to devolve the duties of Super visor of Registration upon the Jury Commissioner and to provide a salary for the same 9.3 l24 124, 2 99 Indefinitely p ostponed. Mr. B oyd A B ill to amend Section 13, Chapter 2, of the General Statutes, as to compensation of members 83 Mr. D aniels.. A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to prohibitthe payment of nulla bona costs in this State on judgments against defendants in criminal cases 171 | 1751130, 217, 218 Mr. H arper... A B ill to make slander a criminal offense and punishable as such 135 Rejected. Mr. Irby A B ill to change the name of Hume Leon Delehay to Hume Leon Bur- dine, and enable him to inherit from Martin H. Burdine in case of intestacy 304 313 143, 1 64, 324 Rejected. Mr. K eitt A B ill to charter the Chester and Newberry Railroad Company .>»:>, 263 Mr. K ershaw.. A B ill to amend Section 1732 of the General Statutes, relating to the license for the sale of intoxicating liquors 94 Mr. K ershaw.. *A B ill to form a new county of the Southwestern portion of Marion and Southern portion of Darlington counties, to be known as Florence county, with Florence as the county seat 94 126 126 Mr. L esesne.. A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to amend Section 1830 of the General Statutes, in relation to partition." approved December 26, A. D. 1885 94 104 in 160 325, 1 30, 335, 366 Approved. Mr. M cKissick. *A B ill to punish the stealing of | melons, fruits, potatoes or turnips, whether severed from the freehold or not 94 102 234 241 140,234.241, 325, 3 33, 366 Approved. Mr. L .P.Miller |A B ill to empower and require the County Board of Examiners of Georgetown county to close the public schools of said county for the scholastic year 1886 1887, and to authorize the appropriation of the ichool funds of that year to the ex ; penses of the scholastic year 1887-& 94 127 299 127. 1 52, 379, Mr. L- P. Miller A Bill to provide for the ascertain 380 R atified. ment of the valid past school in debtedness of the county of George town, and to authorize the levy and collection of a special tax to pay the same, and to provide for the defi ciency in the school funds of the . s cholastic year 1 885-1886 95 Mr.. T E. Miller A Bill to amend Sections 108, 110, 111, 1 115, 116, 117, of Chapter VIII of the General Statues ; the said Chapter VIII provides for the manner of| conducting elections and returning 95 142 142,206 .Mr.T. E Millerl*A Bill'to amend Seetions 100' 101 102, 103 and 104 of Chapter VII of the General Statutes ; the said Chapter VII provides for and regulates the mode of registration in South Caro lina 95|l03| 206l . INDEXO T HOUSE JOURNAL. 13 Bills A cted Upon in the House of Representatives. Note. — T he title to Bills marked with a * have been changed. be bt ain — 5 S T3 o - Introduced b y TITLE. e S PS Other P ro Final PS ts ceedings. A ction. o ca 0 o &3 QQ V H Mr. N orton A B ill to regulate the drawing and summoning Grand and Petit Jurors for the Courts ol General Sessions and Common Pleas for the several counties in this State 104 130, 1 70, 254 Mr. N orton A B ill to ascertain and fix the liubili ties of common carriers 1 12 142, 206 Mr. N orton A B ill to abolish the office of Master in Marion county 102 | 23 26u 141, 260, 296 Mr. P lowden.... *A B ill to reduce the salary of the Trial Justice at the Town of Wan ning, in Clarendon county 125 125 Mr. P ringle A B ill to provide for the issuing of licenses to sell spirituous liquors, ale, malt and wine in Berkeley county 1 03 1 67, 309 Tabled. Mr. R ankin *A B ill to amend Chapter XXVII pf| the General Statutes, relating to the General Stock Law, so far as it re fers to certain sections of Chester field County 156 165, 3 04 Mr. R aysor A B ill to limit the number of Trial Tabled. Justices in Orangeburg county, fix their territorial jurisdiction and provide for their compensatian Mr. R eady A B ill to limit the number of Trial Justices of Edgefield county, fix their territorial jurisdiction and provide for their compensation 195 Mr. R ue *A B ill to amend Section 637 of the General Statutes, in reference to the compensation of County Commis sioners 207 Mr. S tewart A B ill relating to and prescribing the manner of summoning jurors in this State 1 30, 170 Mr. S tewart *A B ill to prohibit the County Com,- miss loners of York county from granting aid to outside poor 171 175 135, 3 06, 318, 346, 38$ Approved. Mr. T indall .... 'A B ill to authorize the County Com missioners to borrow a limited sum of money, in advance of the tax levy, for support of the poor, and to build and repair the bridges of Clarendon county 2r. 2-ld 141, 3 15, 332, Ratified. 333, 388 A pproved. Mr. M cKissick. A B ill to amend Section (2058) two thousand and fifty-eight, relating to the salaries of Chief Justice and Associate Justices 130, 2 44 Enactingwords s tricken out. Mr, McKissiuk. A B ill to amend Section (2120) two thousand one hundred and twenty, relating to the salary of Circuit Judges 130, 2 44, 245. Continued. 246 R econsidered. Indefinitely postponed. Mr. A icher A B ill to regulate the numberand pay of Trial Justices in Spartanburg county 255 Mr. A rcher A B ill to esta blish the office of Regis ter of Mesne Conveyance for the county of Spartanburg 1 52, 272 Tabled. Mr. A rcher A B ill to amend Section 1758 of the General Statutes, in relation to licenses for circuses and traveling shows 151, 2 73 Indefinitely p ostponed. 14 I NDEX TO HOUSE JOURNAL.

Bills A cted Upon in the House of Representatives. Notk.— T he title to Bills marked with a * have been changed.

Other P ro Final Introduced b y TITLE. ceedings. A ction.

Mr. A rcher.. *A B ill to amend the Geneial Statutes relating to tuition fees in the Slate University •• 123 321 139, 1 78. 289, 319, 320 Mr. Barkley. A B ill to repeal an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Town of Rumphville, in the county of Col leton," approved December 26th, A. D. 188;') |105 121 124, 1 64,310 Tabled. Mr. C obb A B ill to provide for the pnyment of certain past due school claims in Aiken County |106 374 Mr. C onnors A B ill to enable Thomas Yancy Wil liams to apply for admission to the bar |106 127 127, 152 Rejected. Mr. Douglas *A B ill to amend an Actentitled "An Act to limit the number of Trial Justices in Fairfield County, to fix their territorial jurisdiction and to provide for their compensation."... | 106 156 239 Mr. D ean.... A B ill authorizing County Treasurers to pay teachers of free schools for time ovcrtaught this year, and de duct the same from school fund of such school district for next year... | 106 Mr. D ean — *A B ill to fix the time for holding the Courts of the Seventh Circuit 106 121) .">22 329 126, 2 05, 374, 379, 380 Ratified. Mr. E asley- *A B ill to reduce the salary of sundry officers of Pickens county 106I 143 143,152,305 C ontinued. Mr. Gary.. .. *A B ill authorizing D. R. Durisoe to reindex and assort the records of the office of Commissioner in Equity for Edgefield county 263 Mr. H arper. A B ill to regulate and prescribe the weighing of baled cotton 126, 2 97 Mr. Irby A B ill to amend and renew the char ter of the Town of Laurens 106 1 43 308 317 143, 1 64, 317, 375, 391 Ratified. Mr.. B F. Miller *A B ill to regulate the pay of the County Commissioners of Lancaster county, also to provide for clerk hire and counsel fees 215 255 Mr.B. F.Miller *A B ill to prohibit the sale of spiritu ous liquors by druggists, apothe caries, Ac, in the Town of Lancas ter 156 29'." 313 164,300, 3 56 Enactingwords s tricken out. Reconsidered. Mr.B. F .Miller A B ill to abolish the office of Super visor of Public Highways Mr. Moses A B ill to repeal Section 2 of an Act entitled "An Act to prescribe the priorities of certain statutory liens." 12:; 123, 1 52, 205 Rejected. Mr. N elson A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to amend Section 2398 in the General Statutes, relative to the en forccment of agricultural liens," approved December 26th, 18S5 112 Rejected. Mf. O 'Brien A B ill entitled "A Bill to exempt certain portions of Colleton county, St. George's Parish, from the opera tions of Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes, relating to the Stock Law." Mr. J ohnston . *A B ill to repeal so much of the law as relates to commutation road tax for Pickens county : 30S 313 1 26,167, 378, Ratified. INDEXO T HOUSE JOURNAL. . 15

Bills A cted Upon m the House of Representatives. Notk. — T he title to Bills marked with a * have been changed. abi pw Readi T3 Read.5 Other P ro Final Introduced b y TITLE. Oi ceedings. A ction. otiei econ hird • E Ba X H Mr. P adgett- A B ill to exempt certain portions of | Colleton County from the operations of Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes, relating to the Stock Law. 107 1S2 810 314 207, 2 30, 239, 387 Approved. Mr. Pringle .. A B ill to amend Section 2518 of the General Statutes, in relation to trade in seed cotton 125 272 280 125, 1 50. 358 Mr. Parker.... A B ill to repeal so much of Section 6 of Acts 1881-82 as requires the pub lication of the Annual Reports of | County Commissioners and County School Commissioners Mr. P ope *A B ill to ratify the amendment to Article II of the Constitution of the State of South Carolina relating to the Census 124, 150, 2 73 Tabled. Mr. S impson „ *A B ill to amend the charter of the Town of Wellford, in Spartanburg county 165, 310 C ontinued. Mr. Simpson- A B ill to incorporate the Congaree Construction Company. (With Peti tion.) .. 198 Mr. Turner A B ill to repeal nn Act entitled "An Act to amend Sections 997 and 1005 of the General Statutes, relating to the examination of teachers," ap proved December 15th, 1885 Committee o n A B ill to legitimate and make capa the Judiciary. ble of inheriting and transmitting estates Elgin Middleton, Amelia L. Barber, George P. Hogg and James J. Hogg, children of George M. Hogg and Sarah Hogg 112, 2 36 Committee o n A B ill to amend the charter of the Incorporations Charleston Base Ball Club 113, 300. 3 36, | 357 A pproved. Committee o n A B ill to amend the charter of " The Incorporations Carolina Savings Bank of Charles ton." 113 188, 2 25, 236 Ratified. A pproved. Committee o n A B ill to amend the charter of the Incorporations Etiwan Phosphate Company Tabled. Committee o n A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Incorporations Act to incorporate the Mount Pleas ant and Seaview Railway Com pany." approved December 24th, A. D. 1885 Tabled. Committee o n A B ill to incorporate the Commercial Incorporations Savings Bank 11'. 135 135, 3 00, 334, 357 Approved. Committee o n A B ill to grant to Anson M. Bangs Commerce and and others the privilege of using Manufactures. certain sites near Sullivan's Island for facilitating their operations in constructing the jetties in Charles ton harbor 110.. . 170, 2 65 Committee o n A B ill to incorporate the Supreme Incorporations Council of the Sons of the Elect 110 1441160 346, 388 Approved. Committee o n A B ill to incorporate the Atlantic Incorporations Self Endowment and Benevolent Association of America 326. 3 34, 367 Approved. Committee o n A B ill to charter the News and Incorporations Courier Job Printing Company 296 Committee o n|A Bill to incorporate the Town of | Ratified. Incorporations' Harlin City, in Orangeburg county.. 144I160 332, 3 33, 387 A pproved. 16 I NDEX TO HOUSE JOURNAL. Bills A cted Upon in the House of Representatives. Note.— T he title to Bills marked with a * have been changed. • a ti a ~ a Read 03 Introduced b y TITLE. 0) Other P ro Final V T 3 3j ceedings. A ction. O o n o 00 9) H Committee o n A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Railroads. Act to incorporate the Cheraw and Camden Short Line Railroad Com pany," approved December 24, 1885 210 3 24, 343, 389, Ratified. Committee o n A B ill to amend the charter of the Railroads...... Eutawville Railroad Company... l0n 8, 3 57, 334 A pproved. Committee o n A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Railroads.. Act to charter the Chester and Cam den Railroad Company," approved February 9th, 1882 HiO 316, 3 56, 364, 371 Committee o n A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Railroads. Act to incorporate the Blaekville and Allston Railroad Company,'' approved December 24, A. D. 1885.. 170, 2 32. Tabled. Committee o n A B ill to change the name of Texia the Judiciary Kelly to that of Texia Stroud and to enable her to inherit from New ton J. Stroud lit 160 295 Committee o n A B ill to change the name of Beulah the Judiciary Jane Galloway to that of Beulah Jane Dowling, and enable her to Committee o f | inherit from S. S. Dowling 144 160 213] Charles ton A B ill relating to the compensation Delegation and duties of certain of the county officers in and for the county and City of Charleston 96'143 1 59 325, 3 34, 367 Approved. Mr. D ouglass.... A B ill to limit the number of Trial Justices in the several counties of this State, to provide for fixing their territorial jurisdiction, and for the manner and amount of their com pensation 54 122 2 60 280,178,223,232, 2 41,260,352, 365, 371,377. 391 Ratified. Mr. A nsel., A B ill to amend Section 2160 of the General Statutes, relating to attor neys, solicitors and counsellors 12 1 ' 244 259 1 24,151,325. 333, 3 66 A pproved. Mr. B rawley . A B ill to authorize the City Board of| School Commissioners of the City of| Charleston to use certain funds in aid of the repairs made necessary for the public school buildings by ! reason of the damage by earth quakes 124' 1 1 24, 174, 310 Tabled. Mr. C leveland. A B ill to regulate the issuing and service of warrants in criminal cases 12S 125 2 44 259,125, 1 50, 325, 334, 367 A pproved. Mr. B rooker.. A B ill to authorize the State Board ofi Health to sell the present site ofi the quarantine station at Port Royal | and to purchase another 1127 i2'. H 313 127,352,379, 3 80 Ratified. Mr. C leveland. A B ill to provide for the manner of, filling vacancies in the Senate and House of Representatives of SouthI Carolina |128 142 142, 2 57 Mr. D antzler... A B ill giving practicing physicians a; lien for the collection of their claims 128 Mr. J ordan A B ill to regulate criminal practice in Courts of General Sessions of this State 128 166 Rejected. Mr. L esesne•»... A B ill to amend Section 68 of the General Stalutes, relating to phos phate deposits 128. 308 313 HI, 1 65. INDEXO T HOUSE JOURNAL. 17 Bills A cted Upon in the House of Representatives. Note.— T he titles to Bills marked with a * have been changed.

Other P ro Final Introduced b y TITLE. ceedings. A ction.

Mr. P lowden.. A B ill to amend Section 1687 of the General Statutes, relating to the "Hunting of Deer." 128 153 311 314 165, 3 05, 310, Indefinitely 356, 363, 374, p ostponed. 3S9, 300 Reconsidered. Ratified. Mr.J. P .Thomas A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An of Union. Act to prohibit the sale of spiritu ous liquors in the Town of Union in this State." 12s 142 272 140 142, 1 50. 342 Ratified. 372, 379, 3Si A pproved. Mr. P ringle.. A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to regulate the admission of foreign surety companies to do busi ness in this State." approved De cember 26th, 1884, so far as same affects clerks and officers of banks and banking institutions 128 142 241 259 142, 1 50, 2P6 332, 333, 387, Approved. Mr. S tanland A B ill to amend Section 1475, Chap ter XL, General Statutes, in rela tion to the running of freight trains on Sunday 128 172 194,200,201, 2 10, 326 Mr. S tanland A B ill to establish an additional vot ing precinct in the Parish of St. James Goose Creek, in the County of Berkeley 12s Mr. Stewart.. A B ill relating to the publication of the Annual Reports of the County Commissioners, County Treasurer and County School Commissioner in the several counties of this State 128 212 26: 234,267,316, 3 32, 347. 355, 378, 380 Ratified. Mr. A ldrich A B ill to amend Section 19 of the Code of Civil Procedure, and the amendment thereto, relating to the time of holding of Courts in the Second Circuit 254 Mr. A nsel *A B ill to exempt certain manufac tories from county and municipal taxes in Greenville county 2 29 Mr. A nsel *A B ill to authorize the County Com missioners of Greenville county to fund certain bonds issued in aid of| the Air Line Railroad falling due in 1887 154 167, 3 09 Tabled. Mr. B rawley A B ill to amend an Act prescribing the mode of divesting the rights of dower of insane married women 146I 1 54 29'J 302 164,364,370, Ratified. 388 A pproved. Mr. B rookcr A B ill to change the voting precincts in Lexington county 146 Rejected. Mr. C ausey A B ill to exempt certain portions of Hampton county from the opera tions of Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes, relating to the General Stock Law and fencing stock 32:; 329 220, 2 21 Mr. D avenport. A B ill to abolish attorneys' costs in cases of appeal from Trial Justice Court 195, 207 Mr. Gary A B ill to amend Section 1857 of the General Statutes, relating to the testing of wills, and to settle ques tions of title arising thereunder 166, Rejected. Mr. G raham. A B ill to amend Section 2156 of the General Statutes, relating to liens on b uildings and lands 2 19 S ubstitute. * 18 I NDEX TO HOUSE JOURNAL.

Bills A cted Upon in the House of Representatives. Note.— T he titles to Bills marked with a * have been changed.

= Bit a Reat -r V Other P ro Final Introduced b y TITLE. V P5 ceedings. A ction. z a T3 o Hla Mr. H utson ,*A Bill to amend Section 356 of the | C ode of Procedure 158 299 164 Mr. I rby A Bill to fbolish the office of Master in L aurens county Mr. J ordan *A Bill to incorporate the Water Sup ply C ompany of Aiken 171 :ii)9 314 872, 3 79, Ratified. 387 A pproved. Mr. K eitt.. A l iill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to amend Section one thou sand six hundred and ninety four (1694) of the General Statutes, re bitingo t game birds.". 169, 1 94 Mr. L eague A Bill to incorporate the Town of| Fountain I nn. in Greenville county 329 168, 183. 3 74, 379, 380 Ratified. Mr. M ims *A Bill to repeal so much of the law as r elates to commutation road tax for L exington county 147 1 68 i 168, 1 94 Mr. T indall *A Bill to authorize the Board of Ag riculture to establish an experi mental farm and station in South Carolina 215 2 92 :;u2 290. 2 91, 374, 377, 1 382,389, 390|Ratified. Mr. B eard- A B ill to exempt certain portions of | Oconee county from the operations of the Stock Law 147 Committee o n A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Incorporations Act to incorporate Huguenot Mills" 137, 3 04 Tabled. Mr. L. B. *A B ill to create a school district of I 0 ' Bryan. that portion of Barnwell county lying within the corporate limits of the Town of Allendale 165, 3 87 A pproved. Mr. G ary.. A B ill authorizing a Circuit Judge to direct refreshments to be furnished to a jury 164 , 343 Mr. Irby... A B ill to repeal Sections 781 and 782 of the General Statutes, so far as the same relates to the county of | Laurens, and provide for the dispo sitionofthe funds in the hands of | the Master Mr. G ary A B ill to further regulate the pay ment of phosphate royalty 165 Mr. C onnors.. *A B ill to amend the charter of the Town of Lancaster, su as to em power the Town Council to electa public cotton weigher and to pro vide for his com pensation 593 Mr. D avenpor A B ill to prohibit Trial Justices who receive salaries in criminal business to charge or receive any fee 1 68, 205 Mr. Dean A B ill to provide tor the disbursement of taxes laid and collected oncer- tain railroad properties in certain counties, townships, cities and towns in this State 1*2 194 Mr. D ean *A B ill to reduce the present fees of the Clerk of Court, Sheriff' and Re corder of Mesne Conveyance for Spartanburg county 227 Mr. E vans A B ill to charter Antioch Church, in Marlborough county Mr. G raham... A B ill to make certain breaches of, contract criminal and punishable as such 168 168, 1 84|Rejected. Mr. H askell... A B ill to provide for the payment of| certain State stocks INDEXO T HOUSE JOURNAL. 19 Bills A cted Upon in the House of Representatives. Note.— T he titles to Bills marked with a * have been changed.

Other P ro Final Introduced b y TITLE. ceedings. A ction.

Mr. H askell.. A B ill to ratify the amendment to Section 14. Article IX, of the Con I stitution o f South Carolina 157 309 3461169,193, 3 87 Approved. Mr. L eague.. A B ill to regulate the fees and costs of Trial Justices and Constables in Greenville c ounty. 158 Mr. L eague., A B ill to require nil convicts sen tenced to imprisonment for two years or less to be kept in counties where convicted nnd work on the I p ublic roads 158 205 Mr. L eague *A Bill to amend the law as to the | c ommutation tax for working the public r oads 158 169, 1 94 Rejected. Mr. L esesne A B ill to provide for the trial of| criminal cases in the Supreme Court 15S 169, 183, 315 Indefinitely Mr Malier.. A Bill to create a school district with p ostponed. in the township of Barnwell, in Barnwell County, to be known as "the Barnwell Graded School Dis trict" 1 r ,s 169 3 09 314 1 64, 169, 184, Ratified. Mr. M aher.. *A B ill to incorporate the Town of | 872, 3 79, 387 A pproved. Barnwell 158 169 | 309 31 4 i 169, 183,372, Ratified. 379, 388 Approved. Mr. P arker.. A B ill to amend Section 323 of the Codef o Procedure |158 173 208 Mr. Parker.. A B ill to regulate the sale of seed cotton in Abbeville county under license | 1 58 it:; 193 Mr. S tewart.. A B ill to authorize and empower the County Commissioners of York county to pay certain claims out of the common county fund, and to levy and collect from the several townships therein mentioned taxes sufficient to reimburse the county... 158 167, 1 95 Mr. S tewart.. A Bill to prohibit the sale of spiritu ous and malt liquors within the townf o Black's. ir.s 195 Committee o n A Bill to incorporate the Congaree Incorporations Construction Company 30

Other P ro Final Introduced b y TITLE. ceedings. A ction.

Mr. D ukes... A B ill to ehunge the voting precinct in Orangeburg county from Ayer's oShop t Snell's 177 Mr. H askell *A B ill with relation to the payment of past due interest on State bonds and s tocks. (Sinking Fund.) 177 IS! 207 Mr. H askell A B ill to amend Section relating to horses, G eneral Statutes Mr. League. A B ill authorizing the County Board of Examiners to issue certificates to teach to persons who shall present their diploma, from any chartered college in this State, together with evidence of good moral character.... 177 180 195 Rejected. Mr. P arker.. A B ill to submit the question of license or no license within ineor- purated towns and villages in said county to the qualified voters there of 17* 181 195 Mr. H askell A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to provide for the consolidated debt of the State in accordance with the decision of the Supreme Court. 329 2 05,319,331, 389, 3 90 Ratified. Mr. B uck.... A B ill to amend the criminal law 205 Mr. Norton. A B ill to devolve upon the Governor, Comptroller General, State Treas urer and Secretary of State the duties of the Board of Directors of the State Penitentiary and th Board of Regents of the Lunatic Asylum 1s2 2D7 Mr. D antzle A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to prescribe the priorities of| certain statutory liens," approved Decembers, 1885 182 Mr. S tanland., A B ill amending the charter of the Summerville Street Railway and Hotel Company is:; Mr. Pringle .... A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to declare a certain creek on Edisto Island, in Berkeley county, a private stream," approved Decem ber 26th, 1885 is.", 205 Committee o n A B ill making an appropriation for Ways and the repair of the buildings of the Means. Medical College of the State of South Carolina lsi Mr. A nsel A B ill to authorize and empower the City Council of the City of Green ville to issue coupon bonds to refund certain bonds falling due in July, 1887, issued in aid of the Atlanta and Richmond Air Line Railroad Com pany 258 Mr. A rcher. A B ill to amend Section 1750 of the General Statutes Mr. Cobb.... A B ill to amend Section 1694 of the General Statutes, relating to game birds, and Acts amendatory thereof. 192 Mr. D ean... A B ill to authorize the County Com missioners of Spartanburg county to borrow money for certain pur poses 192| 220 Mr. D ean... A B ill to regulate the pay of consta bles for mileage 192 2 20 Rejected. Mr. Irby 'A B ill to stay executions on real and personal property until the first day of November, 1887 204 254 22 I NDEX TO HOUSE JOURSTAL. Bills A cted Upon in the House of Representatives. Note.— T he titles to Bills marked with a * have been changed. I * Other P ro Final Introduced b y TITLE. ceedings. A ction.

Mr. M ason... A B ill to submit to the qualified vot ers of Oconee county tho question of license or no license for the sale of intoxicating liquors 18 230 Mr. Norton. A B ill to abolish the Board of Regents t",r Lunatic Asylum and Board of Directors of Penitentiary, and de volve the duties upon the Governor, Treasurer, Secretary of State and Comptroller General 185 Mr. K ershaw. A B ill to amend nn Act entitled "An ^ct to incorporate the Town of Florence." approved March 9, 1871, and an Act to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Town of Florence," and an Act amendatory thereto, up proved December 21, 1884 192 230 Mr. A nsel A B ill to amend Section 1443 of the General Statutes, in relation to charges made by railroads for the transportation of property 192 221 Mr. L .P.Miller A B ill to repeal so much of an Act entitled "An Act to provide for cer tain offices in Georgetown county in lieu of all fees and costs," approved December 26, 1885, in so far as the eame applies to the office of Coroner 193 329 219 Committee o n A B ill to require persons owning and Agriculture. keeping a dog or dogs to pay an annual license for same, and to direct the application of said fund arising from same 194 Mr. D ouglass.. A B ill to cede and vest in Julius Mills all the right, title and interest of the State in the canal on Catawba River, lying in the counties of Chester and Fairfield, except so much ns has heretofore been ceded to and vested in Mrs. Susan A Boylston 196 203 276 Mr. M ason A B ill to limit the right of dower to the land of which the husband died seized 196 Mr. M ason A B ill to provide for the payment of jurors and witnesses attending in quests 196 255 Rejected. Mr. W ashington A l iilt relative to the County Jail of Beaufort county 1 96 Mr. W .B. Wil A B ill to amend Section 1 of an Act son, Jr. entitled " An Act to provide for the taking of depositions dp. bene esse in civil actions depending in the Courts of Common Pleas in this State," approved December 2'2, 1883 24 1 251 Mr.A.F.O'Brien A B ill to incorporate certain lakes on Four Hole Swamp, in the counties of Colleton and Berkeley 204 . ... Mr. H askell *A B ill to charter the Home Insur ance Company of Columbia 204 22 Mr. M ason. *A B ill to amend the charter of the Town of Westminster, in Oconee county 2

Other P ro Final Introduced b y TITLE. ceedings.

.Mr. W B. Wil A B ill t,o amcnd Section 1 of an Act son. Jr. entitled "An Act to change the time of listing property for taxa tion," ap proved December 24, A. D. 1884 255 Mr. H yde.... A B ill to amend Section 2507 of the General Statutes, relating to entry on lands after notice, as amended by Act of December 22, 1883 266 Rejected. Mr. A ldrich A B ill to amend Section 2484 of the General Statutes, relating to the burning of ricks, ete.. 239 2 63 Mr. Mason.. A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to permit persons in this State liable to road duty to pay a commu tation in lieu of working the road," by exempting the county of Oconee from the operation of ihe same 278 Mr. D avenport. A B ill to reduce the value of home stead exemption 3 01 Mr. Davenport. A B ill to regulate the compensation of the Register of Mesne Convey ance for Greenville county 277 Mi. D avenport. A B ill to require the Governor to ap point one and the same person to the office of County Treasurer and County Auditor for Greenville county and provide a salary for the same 240 2 62 Mr. H askell A B ill to amend Section 2349 of the General Statutes, relating to the lien of the owners of certain stock... 21ii 277 Rejected. Mr. P arker.. A B ill to limit costs in courts of Trial Justices in certain actions 2 76 Mr. Daniels A B ill to regulate the time for col lecting taxes by execution or dis tress 253 325 329 287, 3 79, 380 Ratified. Mr. P ope A B ill to amend Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 of an Act entitled "An Act to charter the People's Savings Bank of Newberry, S. C," approved De cember 22, 1885 253 252 323 329 264, 3 74, 389, 390 Ratified. Mr. R utland.. A B ill to authorize the levy of a special tax for School District 9, Fairfield county 253 2 " .2 277 Mr. Gary A B ill to establish a College of Agri culture and the Mechanic Arts, and to devolve the duties of the Depart ment of Agriculture upon its Board of Trustees 253 Committee o n A B ill to repeal an Act entitled "An Incorporations Act to incorporate the Town of Fort Motte, in the county of Orange burg," approved March 25, 1875 Committee o n A B ill to incorporate the Bank of Incorpora tions Florence Committee o n A B ill to charter the Walker, Evans Incorporations & Cogswell Company Committee o n A B ill to jenew the charter of | Roads, Bridges Wright's Terry over Catawba and Ferries. River Committee o n A B ill to amend Section 163, Chapter Privileges and X, of the Genera1 Statutes, entitled Elections. "Location and Names of Voting Precincts," in so far as the same re lates to the counties of Chesterfield, Kershaw, Lancaster and Lexington, and to establish a new voting pre cinct in the Seventh Congressional District 257 26 I NDEX TO HOUSE JOURNAL. Bills A cted Upon- in the House of Kepresentasives. Notk.— T he titles to Bills marked with a * have been changed.

Other P ro Final Introduced b y TITLE. ceedings. A ction.

Committee o n I A B ill to amend Section. 152 of the Privileges and General Statutes, relating to elec Elections. tion expenses ' Special C om A B ill to incorporate the Town of mittee of the Holly Hill, in Berkeley county.... B e rkeley Delegation. Committee o n A B ill to make appropriations for the W ays and per diem and mileage and stationery Means. certificates of the members of the General Assembly, the salaries of the subordinate officers and em ployees thereof, and for other pur poses therein named 262 2S1 262, 3 18, 325, 334, 357 Approved. Committee o n; A Bill to make appropriations to Ways andI meet the ordinary expenses of the Means. | State Governmentfor thefiscal year commencing November 1st. 1886 262 2S'.) 262, 2 81, 282, 283, 284, 285, 330, 358, 359, 368, 380. 381, 383, 384, 391 Ratified. Committee o n A B ill to incorporate the Bank of | Incorporations Aiken, South Carolina 2641309 314 372, 3 79, 387 Ratified. A pproved. Special C om A B ill to fix the number of Trial Jus mittee of the tices for the City of Spartanburg Spartanb u r g Delegation. Mr. H udgens A B ill to change the name of Rosa Russell to that of Rosa Russell Rouse, and to enable her to inherit from James D. Rouse 288 Withdrawn. Mr. B rown- A B ill to amend Section 1090, Title X, Chapter XXII, of the General Statutes of the State 3 01 Committee o n A B ill to amend Sections 253 and 254 Ways and of the General Statutes, relating to Means. township and county Boards of I Equalization :i03 317 303, 3 17, 358, 363 Mr. C ain ]A Bill to repeal an Act entitled "An Acto t prohibit the sale of intoxi cating liquors within the corporate limits of the Town of Mayesville, in the county of Sumter," approved December 2 1st, A. D. 1882 275 Committee o n 'A B ill to raise supplies and make ap Ways and propriations for thefiscal year com mencing November 1, 1886 286|29! 3D2 299, 3 54, 355, Means. 356, 378, 380 Ratified. Committee o n|A Bill to regulate the weighing of Agriculture. | cotton 2 97 Committee o nIA Bill to provide for the completion State House] of the main building of the State and Grounds. ' House 297 INDEXO T HOUSE JOURNAL. 2? Senate B ills Acted Upon in the House of Representatives.

B ~ B [second '3R ei | ReadFirst ThirdRen( Other P ro Final TITLE. ceedings. A ction. ,

A B ill to amend Section 18 of the Code of Procedure, re lating to the time for holding the Circuit Courts in the First Circuit 111 Kia 225, 2 37 Ratified. A pproved. A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Mount Pleasant and Seaview Railway Company," approved December 24th, A. D. 1885 113 13,3 225,237 Ratified. A pproved. A B ill to amend the charter of the Eliwan Phosphatt Company 113 13.5 2 25. 237 Ratified. A pproved. A B ill to amend the General Statutes, Title VIII, "Of the Public Health," Chapter XVIII, Section 948, in relation to quarantine 121 171 225, 2 37 Ratified. A pproved. A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to repeal an ordinance to prevent the erection of wooden buildings and to provide greater security against fires, and also certain portions of Acts of the General Assembly re ferring to the erection of wooden buildings in the City of Charleston." 175, 319, 387 Approved. A B ill relating to the reassessment of real property and the collection of taxes in certain portions of the counties of Charleston, Berkeley and Colleton 235, 2 42, 355, 387 A pproved. A B ill relating to the compensation and duties of certain of the county officers in and for the county and City of| Charleston 1 A B ill amending the charter of the Eutawville Railroad Company A B ill to incorporate the Commercial Savings Bank A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Blackville and Alston Railroad Company," approved December 24. A. D. 1885 225, 275, 2 87, 336, 357 Approved. A B ill to confer certain powers upon the Town Council of| Hodges. Abbeville county 239 A B ill to prohibit the obstruction of navigation by bridges over and across rivers in this State 229 A B ill to regulate the public printing ia this State 2 59 A B ill to exempt a ceitain portion of Marion county from the operations of Chapter XXVII of the General Stat utes, relating to the General Stock Law and fencing stock 189 230, 2 78 A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Newberry and Laurens Railroad Company," and to validate all Acts and contracts done and made in pur suance of the same 340 206, 3 58 A B ill to authorize and require theCounty Commissioners of Horry county to establish and keep in repair a public highway in said county Ml 373 229 A B ill to amend an Act entitled ''An Act to provide funds 189 for the building and completion of the Court House of Marlborough county," approved December 23, 1884 341 206 A B ill to amend Sections 2236 and 22:;7 of the General Stat utes, in relation to juries 3 40 3 58 A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act respecting Trial Justices in the counties of Newberry, Edgefield, Ander son, Kershaw, Laurens, Charleston, Berkeley, Pickens and Spartanburg," approved December 26, 1884 341 22H, 3 70 A B ill to regulate the number and pay of Trial Justices and their Constables in Horry couuiy 220,362 I ndefinitely A B ill to establish a school district in Chester county and postponed. to authorize the levy and collection of a local tax therein 190 :;n 22a 369, 3 75. 382,383 A B ill to cancel the matriculation obligation of 0. J. Bond. Jr., and Thomas P. Harrison to the Board of Visitors of| the Military Academy 190 ' 341 220. 3 65 28 I NDEX TO HOUSE JOURNAL. Senate B ills Acted Upon in the House of Representatives.

att ei a T3 B — V Read TITLE. Vat Other P ro Final — ceedings. A ction. oa En X A B ill to provide lor the establishment of a new school district in Marlborough county, and to authorize the levy and collection of a local tax therein 191 3 41 373 220 A B ill to provide for the issue of deficiency bonds or stock to Octavius A. White in satisfaction of the guaranty of the State on a certain bund of the Spartanburg and Union Railroad Company held by him 341 Tabled. A B ill to amend the charter of the Holy Communion Ohnrcfa Institute of Charleston • ill A B ill to provide for transporting persons convicted to Tabled. the Penitentiary by the Penitentiary guards 191! 2 44 259 2 61. 335, 3 5' Approved. A B ill to incorporate the American Savings Bank 191 272 279 244, 325, 342 A pproved. A B ill to limit the number of Trial Justices in York county, fix their territorial jurisdiction and provide for their compensation 191 342 Indefinitely postponed. A B ill to incorporate the 'Ashley Phosphate Company.".. 191 2 72 2S0 3 35,357 A pproved. A B ill to authorize the City Board of School Commission ers of the City of Charleston to use certain funds in aid of the repairs made necessary f>r the public school build ings by reason of the damage by earthquakes 309 314 334,366 Approved. A B ill to vest in the City Council of Charleston the fee to a lot of land on the East side of King street, for the pur pose of erecting a police station house 3 11 T abled. A B ill to ratify the amendment to Article II of the Con stitution of South Carolina , by adding thereto a Section to be known as Section 4 thereof, in lieu of Sections 4 and 5 of said Article as it now stands 2S0 334, 3 65 Approved. A B ill to ratify the amendment to Section 14 of Article IX of the Constitution of the State of South Carolina A B ill to establish the South Carolina Agricultural Farm and Station A B ill to amend Section 200 of the Code of Civil Procedure 373 254 A B ill to submit the question of license for the sale of i spirituous, malt or intoxicating liquors in Anderson county to the qualified electors thereof, and providing penalties for the violation, evasion, or attempted evasion, of the Prohibition Law if a majority of said electors vote in favor thereof 2)2 Mill 37.6 337, 3 38, 340, 368 A B ill to repeal an Act entitled 'An Act to regulate the admission of foreign surety companies to do business in the State," approved December 26th, 1884 213 Rejected. A B ill to strike out Sections 595 and 596 of the General Statutes, relating to the privilege tax on fertilizers, and substitute others in lieu thereof 2 13 265, 3 61 Enacting w ords stricken out. A B ill to vest in the City Council of Charleston fee to a lot. of land on the East side of King street for the purpose of| erecting a police station house 213 341 Tabled. A B ill to provide for the repair of the arsenal in Beau fort, S. C 2 4". 2 97 A B ill to amend an Act entitled 'An Act to recharter the Town of Kingstree." 217 264 A B ill to repeal an Act to incorporate the Town of| Rumphville, in the county of Colleton, approved De cember 26, A. D. 1885 248 335, 3 66 Approved. A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Town of Hampton Court House," approved Decem ber 23, 1879 2JS 264,365 A B ill to amend the law in relation to County Commis sioners and County School Commissioners 2 4S 2 65 A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to charter the South Bound Railroad Company," approved February 9, 1882 2S I 263 A B ill to authorize the Charleston Calcined Marl Com pany, of Charleston county, to reduce the capital stock to fourteen thousand dollars 248 264 A B ill to exempt certain portions of Chesterfield county from the operations of Chapter XXVII of the General Statutes, relating to the Stock Law 218 335, 3 661 INDEXO T HOUSE JOURNAL. 29 Senate B ills Acted Upon in the House op Kepeesentatives.

M \ H S au (First ReadiB (second R ea |Third Read Other P ro Final TITLE. ceedings. A ction.

A B ill to amend Section 2407 of the General Statutes of| South Carolina, in relation to setting fire to grass 361 373 265 A B ill to enable the Superintendent and Directors of the South Carolina Penitentiary to take contracts for work in this State A B ill to charter "The Spartanburg Encampment Associa tion." 361 ."'73 264 A B ill to amend the law in relation highways and bridges 2 78, 362 Indefinitely p ostponed. A B ill to authorize the City Council of the City of Green ville to issue coupon bonds for the purpose of refunding ten thousand dollars, the indebtedness of said city, fall ing due in July, 1887, upon bonds issued in aid of the Atlanta and Richmond Air Line Railroad Company | 249 373 A B ill to regulate the trial of causes and conduct of busi-| ness in the Circuit Courts of this State I249 277, 2 97, 305 Rejected. R econsidered. A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act for the establish ment of a new school district in the county of Lexington, and to authorize the levy and collection of a special tax therein." 342 Indefinitely p ostponed. A B ill to provide a more efficient system of working the public roads in Anderson county 278, 3 70 A B ill to incorporate the Greenville, Polk and Rutherford Railroad Company 263, 3 69 A B ill to incorporate the Bank of Darlington 297 A B ill to charter the Bank of Greenwood 264, 3 65 A B ill to incorporate the Edisto and Bunch's Ford Tram way Company 261 A B ill to amend the charter of the Town of Chester, rati fied and approved December 22d, 1885. 2 64 A B ill to authorize the Board of County Commissioners of Greenville county to issue coupon bonds for the purpose of refunding the indebtedness of said county, fulling due in July. 1S87, upon bonds issued in aid of the Atlanta and Richmond Air Line Railroad Company, or to bor row money to pay off same 250 30

60 — a BM B | SReiecond First R ead Third R em Other P ro Final TITLE. ceedings. A ction.

A B ill to confer certain rights upon the Port Royal and Western Carolina Railway Company, to wit, to mortgage its corporate property and franchises, to extend its rail way and to lease connecting; railways , 304 3 14 274, 366, 335 Approved. A B ill to charter the Town of Yorkville, in the State of | South Carolina ' Indefinitely p ostponed. A B ill to regulate the number and pay of Trial Justices in criminal cases in Chesterfield county .., 360 3 73 276 A B ill to regulate liens and mortgages upon crops in this State A B ill to confer certain rights on the Pacific Guano Com pany in certain navigable streams running through lands of the said company 3lj2 A B ill to authorize and empower the County Commission ers of Laurens county to burrow money for certain pur poses A B ill for the relief of sureties upon official bonds of cer tain office s 3 01 A B ill to repeal an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Town of Fort Motte, in Orangeburg county," ap proved March 25, 1875 A B ill to amend Section 2485 of the General Statutes of the State, in relation to burning or cutting untenanted houses 301 A B ill in relation to the forfeited lands in this State 3 26, 360 A B ill to incorporate the Town of Pendleton and to pro vide for its government 312 A B ill to provide for the formation of certain corporations under general laws ..'.22 :uo 297, 305. 3 10, 343, 3 87 Approved. A B ill to provide for the disbursement of taxes levied and collected on certain railroad properties in certain counties, townships, cities and towns in this State... 293 . ... 326 A B ill to renew and amend the charter of the Due West Female College 293 .... 3 12 A B ill to amend Section 927 of the General Statutes, in re lation to exemption from examinations of certain appli cants for license as apothecaries 293.. . 302 A B ill to provide for the payment by the State of the ex penses of all prosecutions in criminal cases.. 3 28 A B ill to charter Walker, Evans A Cogswell Company 294 . A B ill relating to the collection of delinquent taxes 2 94 '326 A B ill to limit the number of Trial Justices in Union county, fix their tribunal jurisdiction and provide for their compensation 294 . A B ill to punish cock-fighting within three miles of any ' c hartered institution of learning in this State 2 94'. 327 A B ill to ratify and confirm the act of consolidation of "The Charleston, Cincinnati and Chicago Railroad Com pany" to and with the Rutherford Railway Construction Company, and the Rutherfardton, Marion and Tennessee Railway Company, under the name of the Charleston, Cincinnati and Chicago Railroad Company 301, 3 65 A B ill to authorize the County Board of Equalization of 294 3 60i«72 Berkeley county to amend the assessment of valuation made by said Board at its last annual sens' on 294 . 326 A B ill to authorize and require the School Commissioners of Colleton county to pay W. W. Loomer. L. B. Acker- man and A. J. Hutson certain sums herein named for services rendered as teachers in the public schools of said county 294. A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate • Huguenot Mills." 294 3 04 335. 3 57 Approved. A B ill to reduce the number of Trial Justices in Kershaw county and make the office a salaried one 295 3 08 334, 357 A pproved. A B ill to incorporate the Bethel Camp Meeting of the Methodist Episcopal Church, South, in Greenville county 295 312 A B ill to charter the Anderson and Walhalla Western Extension Railway Company 295 m INDEXO T HOUSE JOURNAL. 31 Senate B ills Acted Upon in the House of Repbesentatives.

Other P ro title. ceedings.

A B ill to limit the time for funding into Consols the bonds and stocks of this State issued prior to 1873 and the in terest due thereon, and for exchanging into Brown Con sols the Green Consol bonds and stock of the State and for other purposes 326 A B ill to amend Section 2382 of the General Statutes of South Carolina, relating to housebreaking 3 27 A B ill to amend the Goneral Statutes of this State by in serting a new Section, to be known as Section 2084«, ro lating to contracts 327 A B ill to incorporate the Oconee Mutual Insurance Com pany.. 3 27 A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the South Carolina Land and Improvement Company." 312 A Bill to fix the per diem and mileage for County Boards of Examiners, other than County School Commissioners 312 A Bill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incorporate the Eastern South Carolina Railroad Company," ap proved D ecember 26th, 1885 A B ill relating to persons entering or concealing them selves in any house with intent to steal or commit any other c rime 327 A B ill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to amend an Act to charter the Greenville and Port Royal Railroad Com pany," approved December 24, 1885, by adding an addi tional S ection to be known as Section 9 311 A B ill to amend Sections 2350, 2351. 2354 and 2356, and to repeal Section 2353 of Chapter XXV, Part III, of Gen eral Statutes, relating to liens on buildings and lands.... A Bill to renew the charter of Wright's Ferry over Ca- ivcr'-,. . .•..»••» - - A B ill to amend the charter of the Scranton and Timmons ville T ramway Company 312, 3 131 A B ill to amend Section 1443 of General Statutes, in re lation to charges made by railroads for the transporta tion of property • 311 A B ill to extend and amend the charter of the Anderson Building a nd Loan Association 312 A B ill to incorporate the Woman's Christian Temperance Unionf o South Carolina... 312 A B ill to reduce taxed costs in certain suits 3 27 A B ill to incorporate the Edisto Construction Company 312 A B ill to regulate the salaries of County Auditor and Treasurer i n Chesterfield couniy and Lancaster county .u0 A Bill to confer upon the holders and owners of past due unpaid claims against the County of Clarendon which have accrued since the 20th day of December, in the year 1881, the right to have certificates of indebtedness issued f or such claims 326 A B ill to limit the number of Trial Justices in Sumter county, fix their territorial jurisdiction and provide for their c ompensation 327 A B ill to provide for the completion of the main building rm, 3 55, 378, of the State House 380 A B ill relating to the Winthrop Training School for A teachers B ill to exempt certain portions of Charleston and Borke-|.. '356 ley counties from the operation of Chapter XXVII of] the General Statutes, relating to the General Stock and!n Fencing Law 3,*4 .32 I NDEX TO HOUSE JOURNAL. Joint R esolutions Acted Upon in the House of Representatives. Note.— T itles to Joint Resolutions marked with a * have been changed. abe a ~? Other P ro Final Introduced b y TITLE. ceedings. A ction. 6a a No "So See o

Mr. H askell... AiJoint R esolution providing for the calling of a Constitutional Conven tion 292 110, 1 45, 292, Indefinitely p ostponed. Mr. Brawley .. A J oint Resolution to provide for the payment of the expenses incurred by the Board of Visitors in repairs of the buildings of the Citadel Academy 53 H4 1(S9 108, 3 26, 334. 367 Approved. Mr. M cHugh.. A J oint Resolution appropriating the sum of eighty dollars to the re demption of certain bills of the Bank of the State in the hands of I the Sisters of Our Lady of Mercy of South Carolina. M. M iller.. A J oint Resolution to authorize and require the State Treasurer to issue to Mary E. Fleming a bond of the State and certificate of State stock in lieu of others lost or destroyed... Mr. J ordan *A J oint Resolution amending the Constitution of this State in relation to the office of School Commissioner 11! 197 130, 1 98 Mr. C leveland.. *A J oint Resolution authorizing the County Commissioners of Green ville county to borrow money in a sufficient sum to pay off the jurors and witnesses as soon as they receive their tickets 85 l01 176 1S5 135.166,167 3 06,353,316. 317, 355, 357, 378, 380 Mr. H utson. A J oint Resolution proposing an, amendment, to Sections 2 and 13 of| Article IV'of the Constitution ofI the State of South Carolina, ratified on the 16th day of April, A. D 1868. 94 104 129, 1 45, 187 Continued t o next session. Mr. M ason... A J oint Resolution to authorize the drawing of funds in the hands of the Treasurer of Oconee County 113 83, 2 25, 236 Ratified. A pproved. Mr. A ncrum A J oint Resolution to grant a pension to William Adams Mr. Ancrum A.Joint R esolution to grant a pension to Stephen M. Boykin Mr. Cobb.... A J oint Resolution to provide for the payment of certain past due school claims in Aiken county 125 3 23 32'. I 196, 3 69, 377, 382, 389 Committee o n A J oint Resolution to authorize the Railroads. Piedmont Manufacturing Company to subscribe to the capital stock of | the Atlantie. Greenville and West ern Railway Company.•» 133 171 l75 325, 3 34, 36' Approved. Mr. A nsel.. A J oint Resolution authorizing County Commissioners of Green ville county to use surplus taxes for payment of past indebtedness 146 154 313 378, 3 79 Senate.. A J oint Resolution proposing an amendment to Article IV of the Constitution of the State of South Carolina, ratified on the 16th day of April. 1868, so as to strike out Sec tion 1*.) thereof. 213 239 Mr. G ary.. A J oint Resolution authorizing and requiring the School Commissioner of Edgefield county to pay Chloc Nicholson her school claim 218I 2 27 INDEXO T HOUSE JOURNAL. 33 Joint R esolution's Acted Upon in the House of Representatives. Note.— T itles to Joint Resolutions marked with a * have been changed -

Other P ro Final Introduced b y TITLE. ceedings. A ction.

A J oint Resolution authorizing the County Treasurer to pay certain school claims against the county of| Spartanburg 22K ;;23 329 277 A J oint Resolution referring to the services of the Attorney General in relation to the Revgnue Bond Script cases .2\:\ 360 374 263 A J oint Resolution to authorize the Pelzer Manufacturing Company to subscribe to the capital stock of the Atlantic, Greenville and Western Railway Company 248 361 874 264 A J oint Resolution authorizing Comp troller General to reduce assessment of Mrs. Nancy Berry and abate taxes 248 371 277 A J oint Resolution providing for the disposition of certain unclaimed drafts in the hands of the County Commissioners of Colleton county and the funds applicable thereto..... 360 3 73 277 A J oint Resolution authorizing the refunding of taxes paid by farmers on cotton listed for taxation in 1886 from the crop of 1885 279 A J oint Resolution authorizing and requiring the County School Com missioners of Williamsburg county to pay W. D. Knox his school claim 190 206 A J oint Resolution authorizing and directing the Commissioners of the Sinking Fund to return and deliver to James M. Lowry certain papers.. 250 288 A J oint Resolution to extend the time for the payment of taxes for the fiscal year commencing Novem ber 1, 1885 293 302 317 319. 3 87 A J oint Resolution authorizing the County Commissioners of Marlboro county to pay W. E. Thomas for extra recording and indexing in the office of Judge of Probate 307 328, A J oint Resolution to provide for the payment of a certain claim of Joseph R. Lyles, County Treasurer of Marl boro County 160 1 3 09 1 314 I372, 379, 387 34 I NDEX TO HOUSE JOURNAL. Memorials A cted Upon in the House of Representatives.

NATURE O F. Action o n.

Of C ity of Charleston as to wooden buildings Of F aculty of the Medical College of South Carolina, asking aid of| the State Of C ity of Charleston as to jetties Of C ity of Charleston as to King street lot Of F armers' Association of South Carolina, relating to various sub jects Of t he Women's Christian Temperance Union of South Carolina Of t he Abbeville Society, relating to liens for professional services- Of P harmaceutical Association of South Carolina to amend charter of sold association Of O man & Stewart Stone Co., relating to completion of State House INDEXO T HOUSE JOURNAL. 35 Petitions A cted Upon in the House of Representatives,

Presented b y NATURE O F. Action o n.

Mr. B rawley Of P orter Academy as to amending charter 17,3 8 Mr. M aher Of G eorge M. Hogg and Sarah Hogg, of Barnwell County, praying legitimation of their children 18,2 8 Mr. B urke Of c ertain stockholders to amend an Act entitled "An Act to incor porate the Berkeley County Railway and Lumber Company."... 58, 8 4, 221 Mr. B urke Of t he Carolina Savings Bank of Charleston, asking for amendment of charter 58,83 Mr. B urke Of s undry persons for a charter of " Commercial Savings Bank.".... 5 8, 83 Mr. H yde Of M ount Pleasant and Seaview City Railway Company for amend ment of charter 58,3 8 Mr. H yde Of C harles F. Hard, William Fatman, W. K. Steadman, Lawrence N. Chisolm and Henry Schachte for amendment of charter of\ Charleston Base Ball Club.. 58,82 Mr. C appelinann Of E utawville Railroad Company for amendment of charter... 5 8 Mr. B rawley Of t he Etiwan Phosphate Company for amendment of charter 58,3 8 Mr. B rawley For i ncorporation of the Ashley Phosphate Company 59, 84, 132, 195 Mr. H yde Of S tono Phosphate Company, praying for extension of charter.. 459, 8 Mr. C ausey Of Coosawhatehie Township, Hampton County, praying for relief| from S tock Law Mr. B rawley To i ncorporate the News and Courier Job Printing Company .Mr. L P. Miller.. Authorizing S tate Treasurer to issue to Mary E. Fleming a bond of, the S tate 69 Mr. B oyle.. To c harterthe Summerville and St. John's Railroad Company 69, 1 33 Mr. Cappelinann To c harter' American Savings Bank „ 69 Mr. Simpson ... To c harter Fidelity Loan and Trust Company, of Spartanburg... ) 69, 1 40 Mr. L. B. To a mend charter of Blackville and Alston Railroad Company,,..,... 69 O'Bryan. M r. S. P. Hamil To c harter the Chester and Camden Railroad 79 ton. .Mr. W B. Wil Of Y oung Men's Loan and Trust Company, of Rock Hill, S. C. 79, 1 33 son, Jr. Mr. C ain Relating t o Trial Justices 79 Mr. B urke Of A nson M. Bangs, Sullivan's Island jetties m Mr. A nsel Of P acific Guano Company, in relation to rights'in certain naviga ble streams 80,166 Mr. A nsel Of N ewton J. Stroud to change name of Texia Kelly, &c 8 0 Mr. L esesne .Of H 0. Cooper to incorporate Supreme Council of the Sons of the Elect 80 Mr. K ing To c hange the name of Beulah Jane Galloway to that of Beulah Jane Dowling Mr. R ankin To a mend charter of Palmetto Railroad Company 89, 1 33 Mr. R ankin To a mend charter of Cheraw and Camden Short Line Railroad Company— Mr. H ickman Relating t o Trial Justices in Horry County Mr. B arkley To r epeal charter of the Town of Rumphville Mr. D antzler To i ncorpornte the Town of Harliri City, in Orangeburg County Mr.S.. P Hamil Of C hester, Greenwood and Abbeville Railroad, praying for amend ton. ment of charter — 90 Mr. B lack Relating t o charter of Bamberg Banking Company 9 0,140 Mr. A nsel For i ncorporation of Atlantic Self Endowment and Benevolent Association 90 Mr. D antzler .... To a mend charter of Orangeburg and Lewiedale Railroad 100,133 Mr. B urke Of W allingford Church Academy to amend charter l OO, 132 Mr. A nsel Of P iedmont Manufacturing Company to subscribe to certain rail road stock 100, 1 33 Mr. M cHugh To a mend Act to incorporate the New Brighton Hotel and Ferry Company 101, 1 32 Mr. A nsel Of c ertain citizens of Greenville County in reference to exemption of certain manufacturing companies for county taxes 122. Mr. B oozer Of M eriweather Township for establishing an Agricultural College and calling a Constitutional Convention 122 Mr. B rooker oAs t sale of liquor in Leesville, Lexington County 1 22 Mr. B rawley To a mend charter of News and Courier Company lis] Mr. P arker Of P ort Royal and Western Carolina Railway Company to have certain rights conferred on them 122, 1 51 Mr. M ims oPraying n further legislation as to liquor in Leesville, Lexington county 137 Mr. A nsel To a mend charter of Huguenot mills. , 1 37 Mr.J. P .Thomas From U nion in relation to prohibition 138 of Union. 36 * I NDEX TO HOUSE JOURNAL. Petitions A cted Upon in the House of Representatives.

Presented b y NATURE O F. Action o n.

Mr. I rby Countyf o Laurens to submit question of license or no license I 138 Of W illiam Russell to refund tuxes, *5.47 ;140, 2 33, 351 .B. W Edwards for abatement of taxes for S49 ;140, 233, 351 Mr. B rawley For c harter of Ashley Phosphate Railroad 149 Mr. S impson To a mend charter of Glenn Springs Railroad Company 1 49, 194 Mr. S impson To i ncorporate the Congaree Construction Company 149 Mr. N orton To a mend charter of Eastern South Carolina Railroad Company. 1 49, 221 Mr. A nsel For p rohibition election. Greenville county |163 184, 209 Mr. C appelmann To e xtend, amend, renew charter of Farmers' Phosphate Company 163, 213 Mr. P arker To s ubmit license or no to Abbeville county 164 Mr. K ershaw To f orm new county from parts of Marion and Darlington.... 1 79, 221 Mr. C appelmann To e xempt portions of Charleston county from operation of Chap ter XXVII-Stock Law 179 Mr. C appelmann To e xempt portions of Berkeley county from operation of Chapter XXVII of Stock Law 179 Mr. C appelmann .Of J G. Pipkin. W. Henderson and others to exempt portions of! Berkeley county from operation of Chapter XXVII of Stock Law 179 Mr. A nsel Of G reenville county as to Trial Justices at Greer's 1 80 Mr.. J F. Wal To c hange the name of Rolla D. Frazee to Phineas F. Frazee, &c. 180, 229 ker Mr. A rcher Of s undry citizens of the Town of Wellford, county of Spartanburg 191,U 2 Mr. B rawley Of Henry A. DeSaussure to retain compensation for recovering taxes f or the State and county of Charleston 191, 2 74 Mr. K eitt Of c itizens of Newberry county as to probibition in said county.. 2U2 Mr. W ashington. Of B eaufort county as to Stock Law 203 Mr. K eitt oAs t incorporation of Chester and Newberry Railroad Company 203 Mr.L.. P Miller. Of Georgetown county as to exemption from taxes from loss of crops 203, 2 56 Mr. R aysor Of G eo. W. Brunson, Orangekurg Building and Loan Association... 203,229 Mr. P ope Of N ewberry against disturbing Local Option Law 214 Mr.. W B. Wil For r elief of King's Mountain Military School 214,300 son, Jr. Mr. B urke To a mend Section 927. General Statutes 214 Mr.. W B. Wil To r enew oharter of Wright's Ferry 2 14 son, Jr. Mr. A nsel Of C ity Council of Greenville against submitting question of license oro n to whole county 214, 2 58 Mr. A nsel.. Of t axpayers of City of Greenville against submitting question of1 salef o liquor in City of Greenville to whole county 214, 2 58 Mr. L esesne.. To c harter Walker, Evans & Cogswell Company 214 Mr. Ott :. To r epeal an Act to incorporate the Town of Fort Motte, in the countyf o Orangeburg 226 Mr. K ershaw.. To i ncorporate the Bank of Florence 2 26 Mr. Ansel Of c itizens of Greenville asking passage of a Bill to allow property ownerso t issue bonds for building school houses 251, 2 88 Mr. A ldrich Of. D S. Henderson to charter Bank of Aiken 251 Mr. C leveland- Of c itizens of Greenville asking that no Bill to allow citizens to issue b onds be allowed to pass.- 273,364 Mr. Seegers Of T heodor Wenzel to purchase certain lands in Pickens and Oconee c ounties 276 To i ncorporate the Edisto Construction Company 2 97 Mr. E asley.. Of c itizens of Dacusville Township, Pickens county, for passage of a B ill to stay sales of lands, &c 344, 3 64 INDEXO T HOUSE JOURNAL. 37 Resolutions A cted Upon in the House of Representatives.

Introduced b y NATURE O F. Action o n.

Mr. A ldrich.. Referring t he Governor's Message to various Committees Mr. Parker... Thato n Bill be introduced after the 15th of December, 1886 Mr. Dean...... Committee, r epairs to Governor's Mansion Mr, B rawl ey Hon. J os. B. Camming invited to a seat on floor of House Mr. Ready... That a fter the 11th inst. no member be allowed to speak longer than ten minutes Mr. A ldrich.. That t he Message of his Excellency the Governor be made the Special Order for Friday next at 12:45 P. M Mr. B rawley That a M essage be sent to the Senate, inviting that body to be pres ent in this House on Friday, the 26th instant, atl o'clock P. M., at which hour the Speaker of the House will open and publish the votes for Governor and Lieutenant-Governor in the presence of both Houses Mr. J ohn P. That a C ommittee of three be appointed to arrange for opening the Thomas. deliberations of this body with prayer to Almighty God M r. Raysor That t he Speaker be authorized to appoint a Mail Carrier for the House, and also a Keeper of the Speaker's Room, who shall also act as Porter to the Speaker and Clerk ; and that said ap pointees be each paid out of the contingent fund of the House; three dollars per diem during their attendance in the service of i the House Mr. R aysor That t he House adopt the Rules of the Iast House of Representa tives Mr. A nsel,. That a C ommittee of three be appointed to wait upon the Governor and inform him that the House of Representatives is now organized and ready to receive any dommunication he may desire to make Mr. A nsel That a C ommittee of three be appointed to wait on the Speaker elect, notify him of his election and conduct him to the chair... Mr. P ope The S peaker be authorized to issue certificate for $10 to R. E. Mason Mr. J ohn P. That t he thanks of this House are due, and are hereby tendered, to Thomas. the Hon. James Simons, Speaker, for the impartial, able and efficient manner in which he has discharged the duties of his high office as the presiding officer of this body. That these Resolutions be spread upon the Journal Mr. P ope Directing t he Sergeant-at-Arms to remove the furniture to Agricul tural Hall, &c Mr. B rawley . That a m essage be sent to the Senate notifying that body of the organization of the House and its readiness to proceed to busi ness .Mr. S P. Hamil- That a d uplicate certificate for $5 be issued to 0. A. Wylie • ton. 38 I NDEX TO HOUSE JOURNAL. Resolutions ( Concurrent) Acted Upon in the House of kepresen t ati ves.

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Senate.. Adopting J oint Rules for the two Houses 16 S enate.. Relating t o printing of extra copies of the Journals and Calendars of b uth Houses 17 Senate Relating t o the introduction of measures in the General Assembly- 1 7 Mr. A nsel- Providing for the inauguration of the Governor and Lieutenant Governor e lect 174, 1 88 Senate.. Providing t or the inauguration of the Governor and Lieutenant Governor e lect 79, 8 8, 89 Senate.. In r elation to medal for Brigadier General Evans 99 S enate- Instructing t he Committee on Printing of the two Houses to inquire into s undry matters connected with the public printing Senate.. Authorizing S tate Printer to print extra copies of Report of Super intendent o f Deaf, Dumb and Blind Asylum — Senate.. Appointing C ommittee to report upon factory sites owned by State and a ll other questions connected with the State's interest in said C olumbia Canal , 121, 1 47, 208 Senate.. Relating t o the Columbia Canal, authorizing the Joint Committee to i nquire whether it be practicable to transfer the interest of] the S tate to the City of Columbia 136, 2 08 Mr. L .P.Miller. To i mprove the navigation of Broad, Saluda and Congaree Rivers 142. 234. 270. 271 Senate.. Relating t o furnishing copies of Acts to the United States Court 148 S enate.. Relating t o the repeal of the ten per cent, tax on circulation of State b anks.... 148 Mr. D ouglas.. In r elation to passage by Congress of Bill relating to establishing Agricultural Stations, &o 155 Mr. P ope.. In r elation to curtailing the expense of printing certain reports.. 173, 1 89, 258 Senate Proposing a n ew Joint Rule , 179 Senate To a uthorize and require the Attorney General to take steps to recover t he amount due to the State by Corbin & Stone 179 Senate. In r elation to election of Judge of Third Circuit 188, 1 89. 200. 299 Mr, M cHugh Referring to the muster rolls of soldiers of Revolution of 1776 2 01, 226 Senate R elating to reports of Joint Committee on Canal 208 Senate R elating to the phosphate investigation 226 Mr. G ary As to the right of certain companies to mine and dig phosphate erock, & 237. 2 51 Mr. B rooker That the General Assembly adjourn tine die on Friday, 24th inst., at 9 o 'clock A. M 261, 2 98, 325 Mr. M oses As to the right of certain companies to dig for phosphate rock in the n avigable streams of the State, Jcc 262 ' Mr. H utson To m eet in Joint Assembly to elect Judge of the Eighth Circuit 2 68, 347 Mr. Dean... As to the keeping of the Governor's Mansion. &c 273 Mr. Dean.... Directing t he Railroad Commissioners to inquire into the manage ment of the Asheville and Spartanburg Railroad Company, &e. 274 Mr. A nsel... That two members of the House and Senate be appointed a Com in it tee to examine the books and vouchers of the State Trea surer during the year 1887 275. 3 44, 368 Senate- In r elation to Agricultural Encampment of the States of South Carolina, North Carolina, Alabama, Georgia and Tennessee at Spartanburg 148, 2 08, 222. 232 Senate To a uthorize and require the Attorney General to take steps to re cover the amount due the State by Corbin & Stone 148 Senate Upon t he memorial of the City Council of Charleston, relating to the jetties in Charleston harbor 148 Mr, B lackwell. .. Providing f or a Joint Committee to investigate the status of the phosphate interest of the State, &c 137, 1 88, 202, 218, 267 Senate... To e lect Superintendent and three Directors of the Penitentiary on Thursday next at 1 o'clock 200. 2 09, 211. 299 Mr. E asley 'providing for extension of time for payment of taxes 251 Mr. H utson ; Providing for the election of seven Trustees of the South Carolina University 311, 3 20 Senate A s to nominations of candidates for Judges and Trustees of the I C ollege , 324 INDEXO T HOUSE JOURNAL. 39 Resolutions ( Concurrent) Acted Upon in the House of Representatives.

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Senate Providing f or a Joint Committee in relation to the Lunatic Asylum Committee o n To a uthorize and direct the Attorney General of the State to inves Ways and tigate the title of the State in certain lands in Pickens and Means. Oeonee Counties Senate Relating t o memorial submitted by Thoodor Wenzel Joint C ommittee Aso t the times and place of the sitting of Joint Committees on to Investigate phosphate interests of the State Phosphate In terest in this State. Senate oAs t the inaugurating Signal Service, a system of State Weather Service, &c... Senate Authorizing S tate Superintendent of Education to have printed five hundred copies of his Annual Report for distribution Senate Relating t o the conveying of the Columbia Canal to the City of | Columbia Mr. B rawley Relating t o the appointment of a Commission to inquire into the practicability of establishing an Agricultural College in this State