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3plF^ r- . V ' v i THE LEXINGTON DISPATCH. WmJ? * * ??&. ? - : ?-?? \ ?? ' ' ?? ?? ?? ? ? Xaprasantatiua Baurspapar* 5xxuBrs &axin#tan and tha Exxrdars of tha Surrnundinp Sauntias Lika a Blanket, ? - ? VOL. XXXVI. LEXINGTON, S. C., WEDNESDAY, APRIL 25, 1906. 25 G % . I I llljlll Ml ! ! II HIIIIB III III HII llllll in?mil l_1 |_ ^ GLOBE BET GOOBS COMPANY, . |: If *w. K- ^o^rcuzToasr, tie., g-eik, T&Wieao MA1X STREET, COLUMBIA, ?. C, Solicits a Share of Your Valued Patronage. Polite and Prompt Attention. October :3tf v' WORK OF RELIEF PROGRESSES RAPIDLY / , THOUSANDS HOMELESS. * ' Food and Sanitation First Considered ?Huddled Together in the Parks, Men and Women of All Classes Make Best of the Situation. San Francisco, April 21.?Order and system are gradually being wrought out of the indescribable confusion which has prevailed in this city for the last three days. The hungry thoosand9 are being plentifully fed, wherever they are camped, and the fortunate householders- who were not driven from their homes are procuring food at the various relief stations established throughout the unburned district. Water in sufficient quantities to meet all immediate and pressing needs of the people can be had. Sanitary measures are pushed with vigor everywhere. Sewers are being repaired hnd the thousands of people camped on open spaces and in the parks are being organized into model camps by the military authorities. Temporary buildings were erected in the parks to shelter women and children, and all the churches, educational institutions, vacant houses t kr?n/v kAnoAn ?*iki/ik k atta UIU iuusu uuuouo nuiuu iia?D uccu deserted by tbeir occupants tonight hold thousands of the homeless. ^ Food is being brought in plentiful SQpply and distributed in an orderly and systematic manner. All those who desire to leave the city are being provided with transportation to any point in California free of charge. No one is allowed to enter the city who cannot show satisfactory excuse for Koin hofo The sick and injured are being cared for at the general hospital in the Presido and at various other hospitals, as well as emergency hospitals, established by the Eed Cross society at several widely separated points. AUTHORITIES COOPERATE Gen. Funston, Mayor Schmitz and Gov. Pardee met in conference at Gen. Fanston's headquarters at Fort Mason today, and had a thorough understanding as to the relief measures, and the policing cf the city. It was decided to divide the city into three districts, one under the federal troops, one under the State troops and the other under the police. There will be no relaxation of rigid police measures, and the entire city was patrolled tonight in a thorough and systematic manner: There has been no disorder reported. The board of health held a meeting 4 /N/vlr ?v\ AAnnvAfl Q n ino. vjubj auu iuu& uicasuica iui au humedi&te and thorough inspection of the entire city by physicians. Among the homeless hundreds now being sheltered at Jefferson square conditions are as admirable &3 they could be under the awful circum"vr-ttT ME AT TApr'S." WONDER RIBBON SALE. Big lot of Fancy Ribbons of all the spring novelties in floral designs, stripes and Persian effects, rose designs and rosebud patterns, helitrope shades, pinks, greens and all the combinations in keeping with the season's latest fads are offered in this immense collection of lovely ribbons. Special prices 10c., 25c., 30c. and 89c. SILKS If It's Silks, and It's Stylish, TAPP has It. We are si towing a full line of Louisine Silk in Queen's Greys. Pui? Silk Crepe de Chine in white, cream, black and a good run of colors. Fancy Taffetas and Louisine Silks, all colors. Pure Silk Peau de Cygnes in white, black and all colors. Chiffon Taffetas in white and colors. Black Silks, all prices. \ stances. The relief committee has supplied every sufferer with food, blankets have been supplied aud many tents are in place. An effort has been made by the military and civil authorities to secure some kind of an accurate list of the dead in the neighborhood. So far they have been greatly handicapped through their inability to get reliable people to engage in the work. Among the homeless in the square li aits uuaujr utue uuoo. jusou uigui there was a shortage in the milk supply, but this condition was relieved at an early hour this morning by the arrival of many cans of the precious fluid. Early this morning there was great excitement among the refugees over the reported shooting of a looter in the Eqaare. Certainly a shot was flred, but by whom or at what point neither military or civil authorities doing police duty in the neighborhood have been able to ascertain. It is known, however, that no one was Bhot by either soldiers or police at Jefferson square during the night. There was some relief of th6 crowded condition of the camp in the square before noon today when a little army of refugees, carrying all they had in the world upon their backs, made their way through debris and wrekage to the Ferry building. Here those who were out of funds were given transportation across the bay. At Golden Gate park, where there are camned nrobablv the great A. A. W est number of refugees, conditions today were improved. The food situation is not serious. There was plenty of food of the simplest Bort, of course, provided for every one in the bread line. As yet there has been little sickness aside from nervous shocks and physical exhaustion end from these most of the people have recovered. Under Sentence of Death. There are three white men and one negro under sentence of death in this State with the day of execution near at hand. Epps Snowden, a negro, is to be hanged in Kingstree next week unless respite or commutation can be secured. Bob . Smalls, a white man from North Carolina, is under sentence of death in Darlington county. This man is confined in the penitentiary for safe keeping. Commander Johnson is another white man under sentence of death. R. A. Adams of Colleton is in the | penitentiary awaiting the final cNsj disposition of his case. Mr. .Tnhn T. "Rrittnn. an nf.fnrnov came here Saturday from North Carolina to see Gov. Heyward with reference to the case of Bob Smalls. This white man was convicted of having killed a negro in Darlington county. 'Gov. Heyward stated to Mr. Britton that any official appeal for Smalls should go through the regular channels and be directed to the State board of pardons.?The State, April 23. WASH GOODS. Fancy Lawns, all colors and designs, fast colors. Big line of fine Lawn and Batiste, fast colors, nice, new designs. CURTAIN SWISS. We have a large steek i* all designs, white with colored strioe, white with white dots, stripes, etc. WHITE LAWN. White Victoria Lawn, wears and washes better than any other. Cotton Mercerised Yoile in all colors, wears well and is good style, Beautiful Wliite Nainsook, plain with Embrodered clover leaf, others witk dainty stripe with dots. Mercerized White Maduas in all designs, a very handsome fabric for Suits and Waists. Smith Branch Items. To the Editor of the Dispatch. Corn has all about beeD planted, while cotton will soon be. The small grain in this part of the county is looking very well. Mr. Chas. A. Shumpert, of the South Carolina college, spent Easter with his parents. Another term of school at Smith Branch is numbered with the past. On the last night we had a glorious entertainment at this place. It consisted of dialogues, speeches, drills and songs. The pupils recited in a most delightful way that woo praise for them. Hon. W. H. Sharpe was with us and delivered a very good speech. This is Miss Sue H. Corley's fifth term at this place. She is liked by both parents and pupils. No one can hardly tell what praiee she deserves. Miss Linnie Clark ha9 entered the school at Lexington. There will be plenty of fruit in this section. Well, Mr. Editor, it is about time you were trying those monster fish as the dog wood is in full bloom and the Edisto is waiting for you. Mr. S. R. Smith's family has moved to Wagener to spend the summer, but will return next winter. Much success to you and your stafil Student. democratic urao meetings. Hollow Creek, No. 2. The Democratic voters of Hollow Creek Club No 2, will meet at the school house, Sc. Paul's church, on Saturday 5th May, at 4 o'clock p. m. for reorganization, electing delegates to county convention, and other business before the club. D. F. Price, Secretary. JBatesburg Club The Batesburg Democratic club will meet in the Citizens Bank Saturday at 3 o'clock, April 28th, for the purpose of reorgamzing.and electing an executive committee and delegates to attend the convention to be held at Lexington court house, May 6th. W. B. Hite, Chairman. St Matthew Club St. Matthew Democratic club is called to meet at St. Matthew school bouse on Saturday, April 2btb, at 4 p. m., to reorganize and to elect delegates to the county convention. A full attendance is requested. J. D. McOanna, Secretary. Boiling Springs Club. Boiling Springs Democratic club No. 1 will meet at Sbumpert Saturday, April 28th, at 4 o'clock p. m., for reorganization. Jno. A. Shealy, President. J. S. Miller, Jr., Secretary. Steadmax Club. Steadman Democratic club is hereby called to meet at Steadman on Saturday, April 28, 1906, at 3:30 o'clock p. m., for the purpose of organizing for the ensuing two years and to elect delegates to the county convention which convenes at Lexington 0 H. on Monday, May 7th. A full attendance is earnesely requested. H J. Burgess, Vice President. Folk School House Club. I TL. Tl ?lU 111 L i xLie jL/euiuurauu ciuu win rntti mi TAPP'S GREATER 1 J We offer the greatest collection of Spi j ever seen hereabouts. The grandest lot < i Wash Goods and other Dress materials a ! Ribbons and Embroideries and the little and shirtwaists. And Millinery of the with new goods. ~~YOUR sum No matter what the style, what the st j becomes yon. With the immense variet ' quaint shapes, you have to be very carefi you wish. We are shewing some of the wonderfully neat creations of spring's lai the fancier Dress Hats are charming. Si blues, cactus and the Bordeaux shades, t< tions. Ostrich plumes, ribbons and flow under the quaint shapes. Prices most m The JAMES ! COLUMBIA, S. C., 1642, 164 Folk pcbool house the 28:h its"., at 4 o'clock p. m., to reorganize and elect delegates to county convention. A full attendance is desired. N. W. Derrick, President. J. D. Derrick, Secretary. Oak Grove Club. Oak Grove Democratic club is hereby called to meet at Oak Grove church on Saturday, the 28',h inst, at 4 o'clock p. m , to reorganize and elect delegates to the county convention and all other business that comes before the club. J. K Day, President. Spring Hill Club Soring Hill Democratic Club will meet at Spring Hill April 28th, at 3 o'clock, for the purpose of reorganizing, electing delegates to the county convention and such other business as may be brought before it. All members are urged to attend. J. W. Eargle, President. S. W. Amick, Secretary. Platt Springs Clue. The PJatt Springs Democratic Club will meet at Gaston school house on April 28th at 3 o'clock p. m , for the purpose of reorganizing, electing a member of the county executive committee, electing delegates to the county convention and any other business that comes before the club. Geo. W. Pound, President. Peak Club Peak Democratic club will meet on Saturday, April 28ch, at 4 o'clock p. m., for reorganization and to elect delegates to the county convention. O. L. Mayer, President. Obituary. Malvina Wingard, daughter of Elisha and Adelaide Calk, was born July 15, 1882, and departed this mortal life April 19, 190G, making her ehort stay on earth 23 yearB, 9 months, 4 days. She leaves to mourn her departure a father and mother, one sister and two brothere. One brother preceded her to the spirit land about three months ago. We trust our loss is her eternal gain. The funeral services were conducted by ltevs. W. D. Quick and J. G. Graichen at the home. The sermon was based on Col. 3rd chapter, 1st and 2id verses. Deep sadness prevaded the large congregation who were present to pay their last tribute of respect and love. The interment took place in the family cemetery near the home. "She is not dead, the child of your affection. But gone unto that school Where she no longer needs our protection, For Christ himself doth rule." "Now a fair maiden in her Father's mansion, I liorl tt-ifli /-'Alocfin.! trrnru* And beautiful with all the soul's ex pansion, Shall we behold her face." J. G. G. Bankrupt Sale. Tbe entire stock of general merchandise of Dr. L. E M. Smoak under bankrupt sale was sold yesterday by the trustee, M. L. Little, and was purchased by H. M. "Wingard for , $3,610. DEPARTMENT STORE. ing and wearables and stylish materials of Silks ever shipped South. And pretty re here in variety and at prices unmatched, dress helps. Tailored Suits, special Skirts higher order. Every department is tilled iMER HAT\ >asou, you only want the Hat that be?t y afforded this season in many colors, and ril or you won't get quiet the pleasingeft'ect handsomest Hafrs ever seen here. Simply test style demands. S?meof the effects in cic^i lovely color combinations in the *ew o sujc not hi Hi; of black and white oombina ers unmentionable. Roses that just fit in oderate. L. TAPP CO., A and 1646 MAIN STREET. GOOD CLOTHES BML We guarantee any ' ^ garment containing our label to hold its shape indefinitely. M;Wwma8l Thev are perfect in fit. ? correct in style and right in price. A good fit is more desirable than a low price, but c Vi o rl d c Qnrl cVlctrtoc f Wl also staple grades at A^V^l!?3^ prices lower than Sm^SSR elsewhere. FURNISHINGS. SHIRTS, HOSIERY, UNDERWEAR, NECKWEAR, SUS PENDERS, BELTS, MEN'S JEWELRY and HANDKERCHIEFS. We make a speciality of these lines and it will pay you to come direct to us.. L 0. DREHER & COMPANY, CLOTHIERS-FURNISHERS-HATTERS, Lexington, ----- - S. C. iTYlTir?"FT i"T I- 1111 III IIH l| il HI 11 Iftifl TflfiTTin llillill' lyilWWBMilMi TKlfpLEASURE " is ours when you come in and look at our splendid assortk n, ment of clothes. The pleasure will be yours if you buy and i wear one of our suits. We have Clothing which is tr built upon correct lines to meet *he requirements of the ' ^ man w^? desires stylish, well made garments and who stud I ? i - *es economy *n ^s exPen^* / Ask to see the $7.50, $10.00 E VI llr li$i ml% I $12.50 lines of III ||j||4 SUITS. i Ml f y M. L. KINARD, 'jSmftjs ~QCQ) - ><-%j THE CLOTHIER, 1523 MAIN ST., COLUMBIA, S. C. "MEET ME AT TAPP'S." NOTIONS. . LADIES' FURNISHINGS. Elegant showing of best quulitv of | New and attractive Neckwear. Fancy Corners Splendid assortment of * tin# Lace and Embrodery trimmed Chimeplain Line Handkercliiefs. Fine Pearl s fftes, with and without cuffs. Ladies" Buttons, suitable for dresses, waists and pretty Lace and Embroidery Turnover shirts. Fancy colored novelty buttons , dollars. Pink and blue Silk Nock Scarfs, for trimming purposes. Nice quality ! Fine assortment of Rushing for neck Side and Back Cwmlis in shell and amber. ' and sleeves, white, pink, blue, red and Heavy fine quality. Prices. 25c. and 50c. j black. Ladies" medium weight Lisle CPUTlffP CTTTT?'FTXT' A TQTQ ' thread Hose, spliced heel and soles. xvilM vj cxiiX 1 W xilo I o. i Xioe assortment of fine Lace and DropSpeoial lor of Si'lk Wash Shirtwaists, j stitok Hose. Children's fine Ribbed Black Taffeta Shirtwaist Suits, we offer Black Hose. Best quality Lisle Thread I a special number, some very rich black Gloves, Hack and white, nice pearl clasp, j Taffeta Shirtwaist Suits. Silk Pettiooiits. j Ladies' fine Lisle Swiss ribbed Vests. i New Spring Silk Skirts. Jjuaies' .jersey ncroep u-auze vescs. MEWS FURNISHINGS. | S iTZ I Men's brown bolbriggan Underskirts ; Val., Hound-Thread and Torchon Laces ! and Drawers in all sizes, short sleeves. ( and Insertion. We have never had such ; W?ur and wash better than aM others. ; a wonderful collection of Laces before. | Men's full-size regular made seamless J Ladies' fine Gauze Lisle Hose, very light j Half Hose, in black and tun, aft sizes, j and pretty.