and Ferguson's corps, the American cavalry, with the militia attached to them, were surprised in the night of the 14th of April, at Biggin's Bridge, near Monk's Corner, 32 miles from Charleston, and completely routed and dispersed. The British now extended themselves to the eastward of Cooper River, and about this time Sir Henry Clinton received a reinforcement of 3,000 men from New York. The garrison having no reasonable hope of effecting a retreat, by advice of a council of war, called on the 21st of April, an offer was made for surrendering the town on certain conditions, but those conditions were instantly rejected by the British commanders. The besiegers in the meantime were daily advancing their works, and their third parallel was completed on the 6th of May. On the same day the garrison of Fort Moultrie surrendered to Captain Hudson, of the royal navy, Colonel Pinckney with 150 of the men under his command having been withdrawn from that post to Charleston. On the same day, also, the broken remains of the American cavalry under Colonel White were again surprised by LieutenantColonel Tarleton on the banks of the Santee, and the whole either killed, taken or dispersed.

Sir Henry Clinton, while thus successful in every operation, began a correspondence with General Lincoln, and renewed his former offers to the garrison, in case of their surrender; but the terms, so far as they respected the citizens, being not satisfactory, the garrison recommenced hostilities. The British batteries of the third parallel now opened on the town, and did great execution. Shells and carcases were thrown into almost all parts of the town, and several houses were burned. The Hessian yagers, posted advantageously, fired their rifles with such effect that numbers of the besieged were killed at their guns, and scarcely any escaped who showed themselves over the lines. During this fire, which continued two days without intermission, the besiegers gained the counterscarp of the work that flanked the canal, passed the canal itself, and advancing within twenty-five yards of the American works, prepared to make a general assault by land and water. The siege having been protracted until the 11th, a great number of citizens of Charleston on that day addressed General Lincoln in a petition, requesting his acceptance of the terms which had been offered. The general wrote to Sir Henry Clinton, offering to accept those terms, and received a favorable answer. Α capitulation was signed on the 12th of May, and the next day Major-General Leslie took possession of the town. The loss of the king's troops during the siege was 76 killed and 140 wounded. The loss of the Americans was 89 killed and 140 wounded. Upward of 400 pieces of artillery were surrendered.

The different churches in Charleston have each a graveyard attached to their premises. The following inscriptions are copied from monuments in the various yards. The annexed are from St. Philip's graveyard, back from the circular Presbyterian Church. The gate of this yard is upward of one hundred years old. These words are affixed to it: HODIE MIHI ERAS TIBE-It opens to me to-day, for you to-morrow:

To the memory of Nicholas John Wightman, who was killed by a foot-pad on the night of the 12th of March, 1788, aged 25 years, peaceably returning home to his brother's house, where he resided. The villain met and made an attack to rob him, which he resisted, and was shot dead on the spot. His brother, with a small assistance, the same night secured the murderer and six accomplices, being the whole of a gang that then very much infested the peace of the city, and by their frequent robberies and attempts to set fire to houses kept the inhabitants in continual alarm, who were shortly after tried and, on the fullest conviction, condemned and executed. DIVINE PROVIDENCE ordered it so that a single button belonging to the coat of the murderer, found the next day, on the spot where the murder was committed, by a child, the son of Mr. Edgar Wells, merchant, served with other proof to discover and convict him. This marble is erected by an affectionate brother and sister in memory of the virtues of their dear brother, who was beloved by all who knew him. He was mild and affable in his manners. Just, generous and humane, he loved with the sincerest affection. His soul rests at the mercy seat of his Creator.

Ye that peruse his name who living shined,
Oh! bear the merits of the dead in mind;
How skilled he was in each engaging art,
The mildest manners, with a generous heart-

He was-but Heav'n how soon ordain'd his end

In death a hero as in life a friend.

Sacred to the memory of Maj. BENJAMIN HUGER, who fell before the lines at Charleston, on the 11th day of May, 1779, in the 32d year of his age. This memorial of her affection was caused to be erected by his widow.

To the memory of ROBERT J. TURNBULL, the intrepid and successful asserter of the rights of states, author of the Crisis, under the name of Brutus, the Address of

the Convention to the people of South Carolina, and other able productions in support of constitutional liberty. Born 14th January, 1774, died 15th June, 1833. In testimony of their gratitude for the wise, persevering and beneficial exertion of great talents in the service of his country, this monument of public respect has been erected by the friends of state rights and free trade in South Carolina.

On the south side-In the midst of his usefulness, and in the hight of his fame, it pleased the Almighty to call him from the concerns of time to receive the reward of his virtues in the enjoyment, we trust, of that blessed immortality, the hope of which he cherished through life, and in the faith of which he died.

North side-In his character was exhibited a combination of all those moral and intellectual endowments which constitute the most enduring titles to distinction and esteem-a capacious, vigorous and cultivated understanding; a heart deeply imbued with the spirit of liberty; a fortitude equal to exigencies of any crisis. He was beloved by the community among whom he lived, endeared to his friends and enshrined in the hearts of his family.

West side-The only record he asked of his country was that in the hour of trial his might be "the post of difficulty and danger." "Do your duty to your country and leave the consequences to God," "If liberty is lost, all is lost," "If liberty is saved, all is saved.' These were the golden rules of his life.

John C. Calhoun, who for so long a period filled a prominent place in the councils of the nation, died at Washington on Sunday, March 31, 1850, in the 69th year of his age.

At the time of his death he was a senator from South Carolina. His remains were deposited in the congressional vault previous to their removal to Charleston. His grave is in the center of the graveyard of St. Philip's; opposite the church, a simple brick structure is built over

his remains, having only the name (in raised letters) CALHOUN on the

marble cap-stone. This memorial was designed only as temporary, it being the ultimate intention to erect a public monument becoming the reputation of this distinguished statesman. There are a few evergreens about the tomb, and a walk of shells. The brick is the hard red southern brick, and is cemented until the whole mass is solid as granite. Looking down upon the graveyard from the spire of St. Philip's and you see a few live oak trees, and the usual variety of gravestones-those of the last century slate and those of this century marble. And those raised letters on the plain marble over Calhoun are singularly distinct. Gazing from the lofty spire upon the city, you see one name, and that is in the graveyard below-CALHOUN. A beautiful statue of Calhoun, of the finest Carrara marble, stands in the court-room. The marble figure is leaning against the stump of a palmetto; one hand holds aloft a scroll, while the other is pointing to the inscription upon it: "Truth, Justice and the Constitution."

The following inscriptions are in and by St. Philip's Church:

Near this place lyes the body of his Excellency, ROBERT JOHNSON, Esq., his Majesty's first captain, general, governor, commander-in-chief and vice-admiral of this province after the purchase thereof from the lords proprietors, who dyed the 3d day of May, Anno que Domini, 1735, aged 58 years, to whose memory the general assembly gave this marble, to be erected as a mark of peculiar esteem and gratitude for his mild, just and generous administration.

In the Vestibule.-Sacred to the memory of Major-General MoULTRIE, who by his intrepidity and good conduct on the 28th of June, 1776, gained with his regiment the first complete victory achieved by America over the forces of Britain, preserving Charleston from capture, giving codfidence to the Union, and showing that the boasted navy of England was no longer invincible; who in 1778 saved Beaufort from captivity by gallantly displaying his faithful band of militia in the open field, discomfiting an equal number of British regulars, and proving the superiority of patriotic valor well directed over the sheltered discipline of despots; who in 1779, by his activity and firmness, again rescued his native city, assailed by a formidable British army-thus thrice meriting the mural crown; and who, though captured and distressed, rejected with disdain the splendid bribe of rank and emolument in the enemy's army, demonstrated that a reverse of fortune could only add fresh lustre to his laurels. Though daring in action and inflexible in patriotic principles, he was in society mild, benevolent and unassuming. No domestic character was more beloved, no friend more cherished. The CINCINNATI of South Carolina have dedicated this second monument of their affection and gratitude to their beloved first president. He died 27th Sept., 1805, in the 76th year of his age-the first being destroyed in the conflagration of St. Philip's Church, in 1835.

Beneath this stone are deposited the remains of his Excellency EDWARD RUTLEDGE, Esq., late governor of this state, whom it pleased the Almighty to take from this life Jan. 23, 1800, at the age of fifty years and two months. The virtues of this eminent citizen require not the aid of inscription here to recall them to our recollection; it is believed they are engraven on the hearts, and will long live in the remembrance of his countrymen.

The Rev. Mr. JOHN LAMBERT, late master, preceptor and teacher of grammar, and other arts and sciences taught in the free school, Charleston, for ye province of South Carolina, and afternoon LECTURER of this parish of St. Philip's, Charleston. Departed this life (suddenly) on ye 14th of August, A. D., 1729. Blessed is that servant whom his Lord, when he cometh, shall find so doing. Therefore be ye also ready-Matt., ch. 24.

"Lo he bringeth them to their desired haven."

EDWARD R. SHUBRICK, captain in the U. S. Navy; died at sea 12th March 1844, aged 51 years. Erected by the officers, seamen and marines of the U. S. frigate Columbia, in memory of their late beloved commander, A. D. 1846.

In memory of Col. THO. SHUBRICK, a distinguished patriot soldier-a gentleman eminent for his virtues as a husband, a father and friend. He was born in Charleston, S. C., Dec. 27, 1755, and died March 4, 1810.

The following inscription to the memory of Bishop Dehon is within the walls of St. Michael's; the others are found in the yard attached to the church:

Sacred to the memory of the Right Rev. THEODORE DEHON, D. D., late rector of the church and bishop of the diocese, who ceased to be mortal on the 6th day of August, 1817, in the 41st year of his life and 20th of his ministry. Genius, learning and eloquence, added to a character formed by Christian principles and a constant study of the Christian's model; meek, he was swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath; humble, he esteemed others better than himself; merciful, he sought out the poor and afflicted; devoted to God, he counted not his life dear unto himself, so that he might finish his course with joy, and the ministry which he received of the Lord Jesus to testify the gospel of the grace of God; and fortified by discretion, and firmness by moderation... united with urbanity and goodness, with cheerfulness, rendered him the delight of his friends, the admiration of his country, the glory and hope of the church; his death was considered a public calamity. The pious lamented him as a primitive bishop, the clergy as a father, and youth lingered at his grave. He was buried under the church, by the directions of the vestry, and who also caused this monument to be erected in testimony of their affection and his merit. Quis derideno sit pudor, aut modus tam chari capitis !

This stone is erected by the vestry of St. Michael's Church, in memory of the Rev. FREDERICK DALCHO, D. D., who having served this church as an assistant minister for 17 years, died on the 24th of November, A. D. 1835, in the 67th year of his age, and was buried near this place. Fidelity, industry and prudence were the characteristics of his ministry. He loved the church, delighted to the last in its service, and found in death the solace and support of the faith which, with an exemplary constancy, he had preached. Steadfast and uniform in his own peculiar convictions and action as a member and minister of the P. E. Church, he lived and died "in perfect charity with all men."

Col. LEWIS MORRIS. He served in the war of '76, the time that tried men's souls. He was aid to Gen. Greene, and was at the battles of Eutaw and Guilford. His good name is the best inheritance left to his family. He died at Morrisiana, N. Y., 22d Nov., 1824. His wife Ann was a communicant of this church; her slaves and the poor can tell they have lost their best friend. She died at Morrisiana, N. Y., April 29th, 1848, aged 86. Capt. W. Morris, aid to Gen. F. Pinckney, died at Sullivan's Island, S. C., Sept. 7, 1828, aged 40

years.

Go my friend with thy hundred virtues to the home of thy fathers; go with thy noble soul to the bosom of thy God. Brave and generous spirit, fare thee well! A. H. Erected by the daughters of Col. Morris.

Sacred to the memory of the Rev. PHILANDER CHASE, Jr., who departed this life in the city of Charleston, S. C., on the first day of March, A. D. 1824, Æ. 24. The sermon preached at his funeral by his friend, the Rev. Edward Rutledge, was reprinted in England, and instrumental in turning many to righteousness. "Some glorify God by their lives, he by his death." His father, once of Ohio, now the Bishop of Illinois, visiting this city in Feb., 1840, caused this stone to be erected in testimony of his never-dying love to his deceased son, and of his gratitude to all who by their Christian hospitality and kindness alleviated his sufferings, and by their sympathy and prayers smoothed his dying pillow.

Beneath this marble, the too-perishable monument of a widow's love, are deposited the bones and ashes of ROBERT Y. HAYNE. No sculptured stone is needed to perpetuate the memory of this illustrious name. The archives of this country are ennobled by his honors, and his public services are stamped for immortality upon the face of his native state, and upon the institutions of the Union. It is the smitten heart that would relieve its anguish by this record of his rare virtues, his real nobleness, his incomparable excellence. That heart alone can know how far the wisdom of the statesman, the eloquence of the senator, and the courage of the hero, were transcended by those sublime qualities which made him the idol of his wife, the pattern of his children, the guide of his friends the honest and incorruptible patriot. The wisdom that counseled nations ruled his house; the tongue which swayed the people charmed his fireside; the heart which nerved a state allured his household. His widow and children could find no consolation in his loss save in the humble hope that they have given him up to that God who is the fatherless. Born in St. Paul's parish, S. Carolina, Nov. 10, 1791; died at Ashville, N. Carolina, Sept. 24, 1839, Etat 47 years 10 months.

The following inscriptions are all on one monument in the Bethel Methodist Episcopal churchyard:

Erected by the members of the Methodist Episcopal Church in Charleston, S. C., as a token of the affectionate remembrance of the preachers who having labored diligently in the vineyard of the Lord, and been instrumental in bringing many from darkness to light, and from the power of Satan unto God, at length, in sure and certain hope of a glorious immortality, "their bodies with their charge lay down, and cease at once to work and live."

The righteous shall be had in everlasting remembrance.

WILLIAM WATERS, a native of Maryland, and one of the first Methodists in America. He joined the church in 1771, entered upon the work of the ministry in 1772, and died in the full triumphs of faith August 10, 1804, aged 65.

Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord.

JAMES KING, a native of Virginia, who gave his life, his labors and his fortune to the Church of Christ, and died in peace September 18, 1797, aged 25.

AMOS PILSBURY, a native of Massachusetts; he served the church as a local preacher during the last two years of his life with much acceptability, and died in full assurance of a blessed immortality Oct. 20, 1812, aged 40.

The best of all, God is with us.

JOHN N. JONES, born in Virginia; entered the traveling connexion in 1790, and departed this life July 16, 1798. Full of Faith and the Holy Ghost.

They rest from their labors, and their works do follow them.

HENRY T. FITZGERALD, born in North Carolina; dedicated himself to the service of the church in the morning of life, and left the world rejoicing in the hope of the glory of God Sept. 19, 1810, aged 22.

The two following inscriptions are within the Congregational or Independent Church:

To the grateful memory of Mr. ROBERT TRADD (son of Mr. Richard and Elizabeth Tradd), the first male child born in this town. He was agreeable in person, of a noble mind, just in his dealings, sincere in friendship, devout in public and constant in the private duties of religion and catholic in his charity; who discharged several public trusts with honor, and died the 30th day of March, 1731, in the 52d year of his age, and is interred in the body of this church; to support the ministry thereof he bequeathed ye annual profits of one thousand pounds forever, besides a considerable legacy to the poor of the province. Exemplum Christ i ne Pigeatq. sequi.

By this church this monument is consecrated to the memory of JOSEPH SMITH, Esq., her eldest deacon and her treasurer, who with fidelity, munificence and exemplary piety having executed these offices for half a century, peacefully fell asleep in Jesus on the 12th of February, 1826, in his 95th year. In the life of this patriarch shone with steady light whatever exemplifies and adorns the Christian character. His principles of religion were fixed and steady, but unostentatious, tempered with liberality. He was meek in conduct, conciliating in manners, industrious in business, conscientious in his dealings, charitable to the poor, and in what concerned his country firm and patriotic. Of this church he was a zealous and beneficent patron, dedicating through a long life his counsels, his labors and bright example to its spiritual growth and secular prosperity. To the cause of American independence he early devoted himself and all that was dear to him, and though severely tried by captivity, imprisonment and persecuting exile at St. Augustine, his confidence in his God and invincible constancy to his country triumphed over them all. For instruction and example to posterity, and to honor the memory of a man so worthy, this monument is dedicated.

The two following inscriptions are from monuments in the graveyard attached to the Huguenot or French Protestant Church; the last is from that of the Catholic Church:

Here rest the remains of JONAH HORRY, who departed this life on the 11th of August, 1812, in the 66th year of his age. "The memory of the just is blessed." Near this spot was interred the body of ELIAS HORRY, grandfather of Jonah Horry. He was one of the French Protestants who came to South Carolina about the year 1690, and settled in Charleston in Sept., 1736, aged about 72 years.