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m Wednesday, June 9. LOCAL AND PERSONAL, Tbe automobile numbers moan higher and higher. Mr. J. H. P. Roper was among the visitors in Edgefield Friday. Mr. J. Maner Lawton of Sa van sah spent several days here last week. Mr. and Mrs. James D. Mathis came op in their oar from Trenton Saturday. Edgefield has some young orators who are destined to make their mark sn the world. Mr. I. D. Thomas of Augusta spent the week-end here as the guest of Mr. J. R. Cantelou. Prof. T. J. Lyon has gone to Ab beville to visit his mother who has &eea quite indisposed for some time. Miss MamieDunovant is at home for the summe**. She has been teach ing in the Darlington high school. Misses Lula and Kassie Quarles of Red Hill were guests of Mrs. W. L. Holstein during commence ment. How many peas have you sown? Make an early start and sow as late as yon have the land and peas -even in July. As soon as the grain has been re. moved from the field start the plows to planting peas-either in rows or broadcast. In this issue will be found a state, ment of the receipts and disburse ments of the town of Edgefield for the past year. Mr. and Mrs. J. Holland went over to Augusta last Wednesday to see the game of ball between Char leston and Augusta. The Columbia district confer ence of woman's mission societies will hold their meeting in the Metho dist church here in July. Mrs. J. D. Holstein, Mrs. M. A. Taylor, Miss Lena Holstein and Dr. W. B. Penn were among the visit ors in Augusta Monday. Mrs. P. P. Burns arrived Friday to spend some time here with her pa rents, Mr. and Mrs. Orlando Shep pard. Prof. Burns will come later. Dr. E. Pendleton Jones announc ed Sunday that he will preach a se ries of four sermons on the Prodit gal Son, beginning Sunday night next. The friends of Mips Madge Tur ner have extended her a very cor dial greeting. This is the first visit she has paid Edgefield in some months. Mrs. J. C. Hughes and the chil dren have gone to Dudley, N. C. The boys will remain for the summer, Mrs. Hughes returning in a short time. Mr. R. H. Parks, the faithful marshal of our town, has an eagle eye that can detect at ouce whether or not your automobile is exceeding the speed limit. There is no doubt about the fact that some of the Edgefield mer chants are having Red Letter sales, .onie of the letters being almost as big as a barn door. Mr. Allen T. Samuel spent Sun day here with Mrs. Samuel and Allen, Jr., returning to his duties Monday morning. His friends r? gretted that his visit was so short. Yon can now get a meal at the Greek restaurant at almost any hour you. call. Uuder the new manage ment it will be kept open during summer as well as in fall and win Mrs. W. H. Turner and the chil dren are spending this week in Edgefield. As the school bas closed in Green wood, they will probably spend much of the summer in Edge field. There will be an all-day meeting at Rehoboth next Sunday and din ner will be served at the church. Children's day exercises will con same the forenoon and there will be a special program for the after noon. Mr. Eustace Prescott who is at tending lectures at the Medical col le ire in Charleston is at home for tbe summer. He likes Charleston and the more he delves into the pro fession he has chosen the more he likes iL Mr. James L. Gilchrist who con ducta a large dairy very successful ly near Augusta came over on busi ness this morning. Miss Maggie Winn was among the visitors in Edgefield Friday. She is enjoying her vacation, having taught the Sullivan school near her home. The pastor of the Presbyterian chnrch at Johnston will preach at 11:15 o'clock on the sweet and the bitter of life. One servioe only for this Sunday. "The danger of falling from grace" is subject at Edgefield Methodist church next Sunday morning at the ll o'clock service. "A great and romantic life" at night. Among the names of the sixteen who contributed the Bible to the Baptist church, one name, that of Miss Ida Folk who is a member of lb at class, was left out through some inadvertance in this office. The many friends of Mr. R. A. Cochran deeply regret that he has only slightly recovered from the stroke of paralysis which he suffer ed recently. They hope for steady improvement in his condition. Mr. Charles R. Dobson has com pleted his season un the road and will have a rest period of several months. Within a short time he will take his sisters and some friends to the mountains in his oar to spend a month. The annual W. C. T. XI. picnic will take place at the County Home Saturday of this week, all of the county unions taking part. It is hoped that every white ribboner who can possibly do so will attend Saturday the 12th. Dr. E. Pendleton Jones went to Allendale to deliver an address be fore the High School at that place Monday night. On his return he stopped over in Augusta to visit his mother, who is with her son, Dr. Ashbey Jones. Prof. C. C. Ross will leave to morrow for his home in Tennessee. The best wishes of the Edgefield people go with him, all regretting that he will not return next fall. Prof. Ross will enter the University of Tennessee next tall for a special course. Miss Hortensia Woodson is in the junior class at the Tubman High School, and read the "Class Prophecy." The Augusta Chronicle said, "This was one of the cleverest numbers on the program. IL was in tensely*witty and kept the audience in a gale of laughter." Having sold their restaurant and fruit business to James Velix, to morrow John Scaveus and Pete Garaialon will leave to engage in business elsewhere. Tney have made many warm friends since they came to Edgefield three years ago. These friends wish them well wherever they go. They made Edgefield good citizens. Mr. Benjamin Greneker has ar rived to spend the summer with his mother, Mrs. H. N. Greneker, at "Cedar Grove." After graduating from Wofford last summer, in which Mr. Greneker made a splendid rec ord, he accepted a position as teach er in the Greenwood High School, where he has established himself firmly in the esteem and confidence of the people. "The Saving of Daddy." There will be a song service at the Baptist church on Sunday after noon at 5:30 under the auspices of the W. C. T. IL This service con sists of the reading of a story en titled "The Saving of Daddy" by Mrs. M. P. Wells, interspersed at frequent intervals by music, solos and chorusses given by Ed ge fie Id's very best vocal talent. Everybody is invited to come and enjoy the oc casion. Reception for Teachers and Students. The following invitation is being sent out: "Tho Baptist Mission Society and Y. W. A's. invite you io a reception at the home of Mrs. B. B. Jones, Tuesday evening at 8:30 in honor of the Baraca class and the returned teachers and students." All the members cf the mission ary society and their husbands and the Youug Woman's Auxiliary are the hosts and hostesses at this re ception and will not receive invita tions, but will be expected to be present to do the honors of the oc casion. I" OR SALE: Your orders solic ited for peach crates. C. B. Boat right, Ridge Spring, & C. 6-2-4U JOHNSTON LETTER. (Continued from First Page.f Hohamp of Barnwell, and Mr. J. C. Cooper, of Columbia, la the first game not a jump was made, Capt. Fishbourn blocking the board. In the evening Capt. Fichbonrne, blindfolded, played six boards at one time, and won over each one. At any time during the game he would be able to call out the posi tion of every check on each board. The Mary Ann Buie chapter held the last meeting for the summer on Friday afternoon in the home of Mrs. James White, and after the reports of the officers an i chairman of committtees bad been given, the record showed that gt>od work was being done. Four members have not missed a meeting daring the year, Mesdames James White, J. P. Bean, O. D. Black and Miss Zena Payne. One of the oldest members, Mrs. Harriet Kenny, having missed only one meeting. Along historical lines, the chapter is gratified with, {he work of the year and the histo rian Mrs. Black was given a rising vote of thanks for ber earnestness in the cause. Especial mention Was made of the number of original pa pers sent in and a poem by Mrs. F, M. Boyd. In the book entitled "The surgeons of the Con federacy," the record of six veterans had bien se cured. Plans were made by the chap ter for the annual picnic given for the veterans and their wives and a cordial invitation from Mrs. Martha Edwards to have the' picnic at her home was accepted, June 22, being selected. Officers for the coming year were elected the following be ing the result: President, Mrs. James White; vice-president, Mrs. M. T. Turner: recording secretary, Miss Zena Payne; corresponding secretary, Mrs. F. M. Boyd; treas urer, Mrs. J. P. Bean; historian, Mrs. O. D. Black; registrai; Mrs. John Wright; gleaner, Mrs. M, W. Crouch; auditor, Mrs. W. L. Cole man; leader of auxiliary chapter, Mrs. P. B. Waters, Jr. A most delightful affair was that of Saturday morning when Mrs. James Cullum entertained with a luncheon in compliment to her friend, Miss Elise Crouch. Thirty six friends were invited and the en tire occasion was characterized with much pleasure. The interior of the home was beautiful with nasturtiums and sweet peas and many cupids and hearts gave a sentimental air. Pro gressive rook was played, the score cards being of cupids and Miss Marion Mobley received the prizp, asileer thimble. The hostess pre sented Miss Crouch wiih a dainty erabroideiy apron and to Miss Pau line Lewis she gave a crepe de chine handkerchief. Latera hot lunch wa? served by Misses Annie Holmes, Kizzie Eppes, Mary Waters. Loise Hoyt and Marie Lewis. This was very much enjoyed. r. Miss Pauline Lewis is being the recipient of many social attentions by loving friends and on Friday af ternoon Miss Elberta Bland com plimented her with a miscellaneous shower, the occasion being held in the home of her aunt, Mrs. Hattie Parrish. The rooms were thrown together and decorated in blooming pla??s. As the guests arrived punch was nerved by Misses Bessie Ford Turner and Marie Lewis and awhile was spent enjoying delightful mu sic. Suddenly little Grace Turner ran carrying a well-filled and mys terious suit case, saying it had just been left there for "Aunt Pauline." It was opened and found to contain gifts from each friend present. The hostess' gift was a set of em broidered lingerie and Miss Elise Crouoh was presented with au ex quisite piece of embroidered linge rie. After the gifts had been admir ed the hostess, assisted by Misses Bettie Waters and Frances Turner served frozen cream and pound cake. Mr. Staunton Lott has been elect ed junior editor of the South Caro lina University Journal," and Mr. John Fleming Marsh of the Citadel has been placed upon the editorial staff of The Journal. The friends of these two young gentlemen learn with pride of this honor conferred upot. them. The home of Mr. P. C. Stevens was the scene of a happy family re union one dav last week. Relatives of both were present and the day was spent delightfully and the cor dial hospitality of this home was well sustained. Miss Virginia Harrison who is stenographer for a firth at Halls ville is enjoying ? vacation at her home here. Misses ??liet "and Cony a Hardy have joined a party {of friends and have gone to California to enjoy the exposition. Miss Marie Cullen of Springfield is spending awhile in the home of her grand-father, Capt. P. B. Wa ters. Death of Mrs. Albert R. Nich olson. Early Thursday morning, June 3, Mrs. Nicholson, the beloved wife of Mi*. Albert R. Nicholson, departed this life at her home in Edgefield. For some months Mrs. Nicholson had been d eclining physically but not until within the past few weeks was she forced to take her bed. Mrs. Nicholson was in her 65th year and prior to succumbing to the illness that resulted in ber death she was remarkably active. This good wo man was devoted to her home life and to the members of the family cirole, always finding joy in con tributing to the happiness of loved ones. Before her marriage she was Miss Sallie Hughes and was reared at "Cedar Grove." After their mar riage Mr. and Mrs. Nicholson lo cated on their plantation only a few miles distant from her chilhood home. There they resided for many years and reared a large family of children who are an honor to them. Not until within the past few yeats did they sell their farm and' move to Edgefield to pass their remaining years in quietude. Before Mrs. Nich olson's strength began to fail under the weight of years she was the leading factor in the social and re ligious life of her community. From early girlhood she has been an ac tive member of the Methodist church. The funeral was conducted Friday morning at the home by Rev. J. R. Walker, the pastor of the Methodist church. The interment took place in the Blocker cemetery near where she was reared. ? Mrs. Nicholson leaves her hus band, five daughters, Mrs. R. L. Dunovaut, Mrs. Wavue Darlington, Mrs. Frank Johnstone, Mrs. Mc Grath and Miss Sophie Nicholson, and three sons, S. B., aud J. ti. Nicholson and Dr. A. R. Nichol son. FOR COTTON WEIGHER. I hereby announce that I am a can didate for the position of public cotton weigher for the town of iUdgefiela, and respectfully solicit the support of those who market cotton at Edgefield. W. D. ALLEN. I hereby announce that I am a can didate lor the position of public cotton weigher for the town of tiugetield, and respectfully solicit the voces Of the people who market cotton at Edge nel?. C. H. B. WILLIAMS. I respectfully announce my candidacy for the positionjof public cotton weigher, for the town of Eagefield and if elected will do my utmost to give entire satis faction. M. H. Deal. This Is Top Dres If you have fertilized lacking in potash, it : Side dress with a fert necessary elements ol Do not make the m (Ammonia) only, sud as well as stalk and f not only provide amn acid and POTASH. I TO Will stimulate the g unfavorable seasonal blight and shed. PRESTO TOP I ROYSTER'S SP1 MAGIC TOP DI Royster top dressers, compounded on scier proper time and in Look for the trade-m: Send postal for t F. S. R( Norfolk, Va. Spartanburg, S. C. At College Girls and Boys. The return of the the college boys and girls for the summer has caused the old town to take on new life socially. Among those who have returned are Miss June Rainsford, a full graduate from the College for Women, Miss Helen Tillman from Hollins college, Miss Katherine Miras from Winthrop, Miss Gladys Padgett from the Greenville Wo man's college, John Mi ms, Gill Du no vant, James Hart and Gus Tompkins from Wofford, Egbert Rainsford Oanlelou and Morgan from the Bailey Mili tary Institute and Miss Mary Jones from Coker college. Miss Florence Peak graduated from Co ker college last week and has been attending a house party in Marion. MisS Nellie Jones went from the' Converse commencement last week to attend a house party at the home of a college friend in Georgetown. Misses Quartes of Cold Spring Entertain. A very pleasant event of last Sat urday evening at Cold Spring was a sociable given by Misses Annie and Maggie Quarles in honor of their cousins, the Misses Adams ot Parksville and a few friends. After some good piano music rendered by several of the young ladies and jolly games were played, the guests were invited to the dining roora by Mr. ! and Mrs. Quarles where delightful refreshments were served. All seem ed to enjoy their few hours together very much and some wished they could have been longer. Those being present were Misses Leora Walke-, Addie Mae and Blondelle Adams, Annie Bell Smith, Lydia and Mamie Holmes, Lila De Laughter and sister, Lune and Jes sie Johnson, Bessie Burling ton, Ju lia Eubanks, Ada, Alma and Pearl Wood and Miss Wates, Messrs. Tom Walker, Grady Pettigrew, Tom Burnette, G.eo. DeLaugbter, Cary and Yates Quarles. Frank and John Lee Smith, Arthur McDaniel, Joe McClendon, Willie Spivey, Willie Adams, Dave W ates and brother. A Guest. Notice. The Annual Meeting of the Share holders of The Edgefield Building & Loan Association will be held in its office at h J Bank of Edgetield Wednesday, June 16, 1915, a 5 o'clock p. m. B. E. NICHOLSON, President. ?ser Year your crops lightly at planting is not too late to remedy this, ilizer containing sufficient prc f plant food-Phosphoric Acid,. istake of using a materiai th; i as Nitrate of Soda. To get th oliage, use ROYSTER'S TO F ionia in quickly available form tOYSTER': P-DRESSE TRAD E MARK REGISTERED. rowth of your crop, increase conditions, and check the t BRANDS Available ?RESSER, ... 4. ECIAL TOP DRESSER, 4. RESSER - - - - like all Royster Fertilizers, are itific principles: plant-food for right proportions: mechanic; ark on every bag? look on Top Dressing and name of neares DYSTER GUANO COU Charlotte, N. C. Tarboro, N. lan ta, Ga. Macon, Ga. Montgomery, Ala Baltimore, Md An Easy, Pleasant Laxative. One or two Dr. King's- New Life Pills with a tumbler of water at night. No bad, nanseating taste;, no belching gas. 60 right to bed. Wake up in the morning, enjoy a? free, easy bowel movement,, and feel fine all day. Dr. King's New Life Pills are sold by all Druggists, 36> in an original package, for 25c. tiet a bottle to-day-enjoy this easy, pleasant laxative.-2: \ GEO. F. MIMS OPTOMETRIST Eyes examined and. glasses fitted only when necessary. Optical work of all kinds. EDGEFIELD, S. G. Statement of Finance? -OP ?THE Town of Sedgefield, S. C., for the . Year Ending May 31st,. ! 1915. RECEIPTS : Received from old Council_$ 317.97 Received from Treasurer for. Taxes collected.5,741.59 Received from Licenses_ 1,796.00 Received from Fines._ 513.00 Received from Southern R. R. Revenue on Spur Track_ 51.69 Received from sale of Terra Gotta. 2.25 Received from Compound_ 354.00 Received from Water Rent--- 12.00 "$8,788.50 DISBURSEMENTS: Street Lights.$1,280.00 Police Account. 1,672.80 Roads andjBridges._. 1,362.19 Mules' b'eed and Storage Room 398.50 County Auditor and Treasurer 100.00 Interest and Discount. 103.88 Kent of Council Room. 33.00 Advertising and Printing_ 56.30 County Jail._._. 29.80 Gasoline Account_. 73.60 Bond.;. 5.00 Stenographer. 8.00 Managers of Election. 3.00 School Bond Coupons.". 1,127.25 R. R. Bond Coupons. 400.00 Electric Bono Coupons. 1,000.95 JNote of old Council. 500.00 Mayor's Salary. 183.26 Attorney's Salary_. 91.63 Old Council's Attorney's Bal ance on Salary._ 10.00 Clerk's Salary... 110.00 Health Inspector.___. 27.00 oasii in Bank_. 214.34 $8,788:50--^ R. C. PADGETT, Clerk and Treas. time, or used fertilizer provided you Top or ?portions of all three Ammonia and Potash, it contains Nitrogen Le increase in fruitage, > DRESSERS, which i, but also phosphoric S RS the yielct overcome endency ia cotton to i Ammonia Potash 10. 4. 7.50 2.50 9, 3. backed by experience: the plant at just the al condition perfect. t Royster Dealer. IPANY, C. Columbia, S. OL Columbus, Ga. fl