Private advices from Charleston, to-day, show that the secessionists preparations for war are much more extensive than is generally supposed, involving expenditures enough to nearly beggar the State. The plan…

J. N. Merriman, Collector of the port of Georgetown, S. C., was, on Monday last arrested by the people of Georgetown, on a charge of treason against the State. A…

January 14.—It is believed by many here that Major Anderson shot two mutineers at Fort Sumter last week, and rumors are current that several others are in irons. It is further stated that one escaped to Charleston, and was returned by the authorities to Major Anderson. On inquiry it is ascertained that all these rumors are false.

A resolution has been unanimously passed by the Legislature, declaring that any attempt by the Federal Government to reinforce Fort Sumter will be considered an act of open hostility, and as a declaration of war. Also approving the act and promptness of the military in firing on the Star of the West, and promising support to the Governor in necessary measures of defence.

The 21st Regiment of S. C. Militia was called out at this place on yesterday for the purpose of raising a Company of Volunteers from each Battalion, under the late…