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The Lexington Dispatch. Wednesday, December 23,1908. . i Cotton Market. ^ Lexington 8>?C: Married. Mr. C. M. Johnson and Miss Bertie Spigner, of New Brookland, were married by Rev. A. T. Stoudemire, on December 15, 1908. ? I Look! Look! Shoes! Shoes! Have just received another shipment of ladies and gents shoes, direct from the factory; no old stock; all new, which I am determined to sell below competition. So come and inspect my stock before buying else' where and I will please you in style *and in price. H. Steel. * Hasdnios. There will be a special meeting of Lexington Lodge A. F. M. on Saturday, Dec. 26th, at high noon, at which time installation of officers will take place. Immediately after the ceremonies an oyster stew will be served - on the lower floor of the Masonic - building. > i f The New Minister at Swansea. j Rev. J. C. Davis, a beloved divine ' - rtf An Mot.hrrfiat nhnrch. has been / assigned to Swansea, and he and his family are now there pleasantly located. The people will be "pleased with his work, as he is a clever man, a good preacher and an earnest worker in the religions cause. i *' A [Personal Appeal. If we could talk to you personally about the great merit of Foley's Honey and Tar, for coughs, colds and lung ^ trouble, you never could be induced to experiment with unknown preparations that may contain some harmful drugs. Foley's Honey and Tar costs you no | - more and has a record of forty years of i cures. For sale atr Derrick's Drug Store. ? I ? The Lyric. While enjoying the pleasures which this happy season always brings forth, remember that there is no better place to ha've a few houre of fun than at The Lyric theatre in Columbia. All new attractions and loads of fun in store for you at this popular little show house. This Is An Easy Test. Sprinkle Allen's Foot-Ease in one shDe and not in the other, and notice the difference. Just the thing to use when rubbers or overshoes become ne cessiry, and your shoes seem to pinch. Sold everywhere, 2oc. Don't accept any substitute. ' The Little Grand. "The Little Grand" theatre in Columbia has a new program for Christ. s mas week. This is> decidedly one of ' the best theatres in the city and the programs are always entertaining. y The best singing, the best dancing, tbe best of everything at the "Little Grand," all for the small price of ten cents. Pflfl.lr Masons* Election, appointment, and install# ation of officers of Pomaria Lodge, ^ No. 151, A. F. M., to serve for the next ensuing Masonic year, as follows: John C. Swygert, W. M.; George W. Eargle, S. w.; McD. Bushardt, J. W.; D. I. Shealy, Treasurer; A. E Eargle, Secretary; John Green Hiller, S. D.; H. B. Llndler, J. D.; Jos. H. Eargle, J. Evans Eargle, Stewards; Capt. J. F. Mahaffie, Tiler. An Extra Communication Of Boylston Lodge, 323, A. F. M., will * be held on Saturaay, Dec. 26, at 10:30 o'clock, a. m., the day preceding St, John's, for the purpose of installing officers, which makes it necessary for every member to be present. Refreshments will be served, and visitSg brethren in good standing cord J ly invited. Brethren elect, come up, I be installed and join us in enjoying the annual banquet prepared for the occasion. Your fraternally, P. I. RAWL, W. M. Sewiag Machines. The New Acme and Davis Unique improved drop head machines; nicely * finished in oak; easy running and perfect sewing; fully guaranteed; for sale at factory prices for cash, or on ^ easy payments, at The Bazaar. tf Rice B. Harman. Land For Sale. I offer for sale my place containing 194 acres, plenty pine, oak wood and lightwood, about 15 acres open; good for corn, cotton, peas, etc; well wa* tered; Red Bank creek runs through A the edge of the land. About 5 miles south of Lexington and known as the John Wilson place. Apply to G. B. WILSON, Lexington, Route 1. ? ? v Proud of Their Dentist. The people of Euclair, Columbia, are proud of their dentist who is patronized by Lexington people every day. Dr. G. R. Harding is a fine old gentleman and his services give entire satisfaction. Call on the doctor when in Columbia. Administrator's Sale. On the first Monday in January next, j?tiio ncnai v?/vnra of sAlfi. before I UIU1U5 Uliv UOVUM AAV W v. _ the court house door at Lexington, S. C.y we, the undersigned, will sell at public auction, for cash, all of the personal property of J. W. Long, deceased, not already sold, consisting of a large number of open accounts, several notes, several thousand shares of mining stock, ^ etc. ... F. C. Corley, w ! R. L. Connelly, "T J- D. Swygert; Administrators of,' Estate of J. W. L?ong, deceased. Ifec. 18, 1908. 2w9 u next year. Mr. George is a fine business man. He is -acquainted with nearly every man in the county which better qualifies him for the duties of bank presidents Mr. George was reared in Lexington and froA early youth has been recognized as one of the leaders in political, business and church affairs. That he will make a fine officer, goes without saying. Alfred J. Fox, to whose efforts the organization of the Home National is largely due, will continue to hold the position of cashier which position he has held with The Home Bank since its establishment. Mr. Fox is recognized as one of the leading financiers in the State. He is a young man less than 35 years of age and has had 12 years experience in the banking business. He is largely engaged in the insurance and real e;state business and has never let an opportunity pass to work for the upbuilding of his home town and the institutions in which he is interested. It is indeed gratifying to his friends that he has been successful in his last undertakiug. Karl F. Oswald, who has been the very efficient and popular assistant cashier of the Home Bank for the past few years, will continue in the same capacity W'th The Home National. He is a young Aian of fine business ability and knows every phase of the banking business. He is a son of the late F. W. Oswald and is deservedly popular. Dr. J. E. Kaufmann, who has been president of the Home Bank since the death of Mr. F. W. Oswald, about a year ago, become vice-president of The Home National. Dr. Kaufmann is president of the Kaufmann Drng [ Co., of tl is town, one of the largest drng stores in this section of the State, and is a successful business man. The Home National -will have a strong board of directors, the following gentlemen having been named by the stockholders: Samuel B. George, Julian E. Kaufmann, Alfred J.- Fox, Karl F. Oswald, Dr. J. J. W:ngard, Dr. Jas P. Drafts, The Hon. Simon P. Wingard, The Hon. W. H. Sharpe, and Col. G. T. Graham. The new bank cannot but prosper under the supervision of the above named gentlemen. 1- . 9 One Cord Wood Worth $10.00 or More in Columbia. When the workmanship and finish has been pnt on it as it has been done on that $35.00 Suit of Furniture that is being offered for $19.98 by THE LION FURNITURE CO., Columbia, S. C. Mr. Roof Saa Resigned. Mr. Carl A. Roof, who has been the very efficient and popular assistant postmaster at this place for the past year, has resigned to accept a clerkship in the Columbia postoffice. Mr. Roof is the eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. E. B. Roof, a graduate of the Citadel Academy and is one of the brightest and most popular young men ever reared in Lexington. He left for his new home Sunday morning. Mr. Tom Wingard will succeed Mr. Roof in the office here. J. W. Green of Rutherford county, N. C., has a necklace give to his wife as a bridal present 54 years'5ago, which is very valuable. It is more than three feet long and made entirely of Bechtler gDld dollars, of which 84 were used in making the necklace. It has about 300 links. Honesty I in Jewelry I ?? I "If it came from Sentz.'s, yon know it's all right," is what one of onr customers remarked to another the other day. When you bay Jewelry, you generally have to take the "Jeweler's word for it" whether it is good or not. That's just where our reputation for honesty and fair dealing counts. And furthermore, we will [always give you your money back B and ask no qnestions any time I you are dissatisfied with a pur- B chase. B C! v\r> /m /i 1 J S opcuiax ttitcui/iuii IAJ iiiaii uiucis, CHARLES P. SENTZ, JEWELER, 1439 Main, Columbia, S. C ? The Home National Sank. The Home National Bank, of this town has just received its charter from the government, as will be seen byreference to the notice published in another column. The Home National succeeds The Home Bank, which was oaganized in 1903. The new bank will have as its president Samuel B. George, whose term ariii o-enirA ah dark of the court early *"** r Thi9 should be a warning to others j who have not paid. Land For Salo. I will sell privately on good terms, my farm of one hundred acres, in Hollow Creek township, open land and buildings thereon, at a bargain. If not sold prior thereto, I will offer to highest bidder on the first Monday in January next, before the court house door. REV. W. E. BARRE, Laurens, S. C. or SAMUEL B. GEORGE, 2w9 Lexington, S. C. No. 9296. TREASURY DEPARTMENT Office of Comptroller of tbe Currency. Washington, I). C., Dec. 19, 1908. WHEREAS, by satisfactory evidence presented to the undersigned, it has been made to appear that "THE HOME NATIONAL BANK OF LEXINGTON," in the town of Lexington, in the County of Lexington, and the State of South Carolina, has complied with all the provisions of the Statutes of the United States, required to be complied with before an association shall be authorized to commence the business of Banking; NOW THEREFORE I, Lawrence O. Murrav, Comptroller of the Currency, do hereby certify that '-THE HOME NATIONAL BANK OF LEXINGTON," in the town of Lexington, in the County of Lexington, and the State of South Carolina, is authorized to commence' the business of Banking as provided in section Fifty-one Hundred and Sixtynine of the Revised Statutes of the United States. Conversion of The Home Bank of Lexington. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF witness my Hand and Seal of office this, Nineteenth day oF December, 1908. LAWRENCE O. MURRAY, Comptroller of the Currency. (SEAL) f If liiu nr~? IWI^I / ni ; SOLVED i df A dainty bottle of perfume, wf like a beautiful bunch of flow- rv ers, can never go amiss?noth- V^A ing is more generally acceptable, nothing could be in better //>y form nor more complimentary VM to the recipient. > -fife Our Xmas line of perfumes .ffr is splendidly complete, con- *5. sisting of all the latest odors of TV | the very best makers in holi- jfclj day packages from 25c up. (f?i Rieger w &/>e California Perfumer ?/\ has just sent us his line, which 1M with our other specialties, W makes us justly proud of the vs Holiday array which we invite you to inspect. Ky Y KAUFMANN DRUG CO. fl? Lexington, S. C. fK Good morning! Won't you come in and see our new style Low Shoes for Ladies? The kind we sell at $2.00 you will find nicer, finer and better made than the kind you have been getting. Tan Kid, Tan Calf and Black TT 1 1 1 A 1 jcliq are xne most popular uiis season. EHRLICH'S, 1643 Main St., I aai ||||DI A C P 1627 Mam St., ( l#ULUI!IDIA| d> Ui Kennedy's Laxative Cough Syrup stops the cough by allaying inflammation of the throat and lungs, and it drives the cold from the system by gently moving the bowels. Children like it for it tastes nearly as good as maple sugar. Sold by Kaufmann Drug, Co. Land For Sale. Ten acres splendid farming land, suitable for good truck or one-horse farm, with four-room dwelling, loAof 1 T ftVl'r>rftAM f AT* on! A of 1 A TTT \J CL tcu ill JUCAUi^lViij 1U1 ocug au 1WVY figures. Apply at this office. TRESPASS NOTICE. This is to notify all persons not to hunt, fish, make roads or paths through my lands, or trespass in any manner whatsoever, as the law will be enforced against all trespassers. 4w9p W. W. Fulmer. * ? A MAN'S I I % ' Toilet Sets, Collar and Cuff | swellest line of Clothing to be i Come and look it all over. ! 1523 Main St. MEET ME i i THE JEWELRY offers startling prices in Solid Gold and days. Solid Gold Stick Pihs with beautiful settings A ?1.03 ^ 1 - J /~1 J T) .i 4- tv Dma XT OUilU VIU1U jjcauu,/ x ilia, pcimj styles, the pair 48c. Solid Gold Cuff Buttons, for the $6.00 kind $3.98 Solid Gold Children's Signet Rings, each 29c. Sterling Silver Hat Pins in many new patterns 25c. UMBRELLAS FC Just a few of the many good things to select your Christmas presents from all at special prices. Umbrellas, 24 and 26-inch, plain, substantial Umbrellas. Made for service, special 50c. f6-iach plain and fancy handle, steel rod, paragon frame and tape bound, guarantee ! rain proof. A regular $1.50 value, special $1.00 The largest and handsomest assortment of rolled gold and sterling silver mounts in the Carolinas to select from, all at special prices with a lovely case and our absolute guarantee on each as to quality and wear. Prices range from, each $3.95 to $15.00 SANTA CLAU All kinds of beautiful b and China. L< ORDER All mail orders entrusted to us by a special shopping lady in the sto guarantee satisfaction or your moneyb customers cheerfully and promptly an a special feature with this store and \ $5 00 when cash accompanies order. THE JAMES L DEPARTME 1638 to 1646 Main Street, Hoarse coughs and stuffy colds that may develop into pneumonia over night are quickly cured by Foley's Honey and Tar, as it soothes inflamed membranes, heals the lungs, and expels the cold from the system. For sale at Derrick's Drug Store. Real Estate and Personal Property for Sale. I offer at private sale 125 acres of land, 3 miles south of Barr, one-horse farm open; young orchard of couple hundred fruit trees; fairly good land; small dwelling, stables and barn; coup1a f-.hnnsn.nd tnrnent.ine boxes: nlentv Wouldn't Pay Poll Tas. j Charlie F. Robertson, a young white man of the Edmund section, was arrested by Deputy Sheriff Miller on Monday and lodged in jail for refusal to pay poll tax. Robertson appeared before Magistrate Derrick and was released after paying his tax and a fine of $7.00 and all costs. He is about 28 years old and claims that he had never naifl a r?r?ll oak wood and lightwood. Also, one merchants oil tank, 60 gals. One set double buggy liarness. One open face buggy. One horse or mule. This property must be sold quick for cash. It will pay to call on or address, J. FRYE, 2w9 Gilbert, S. C., Route 1. iHRISTMAS PRESENTS will very naturally be gotten from a place like ours. Hell appreciate them. For a man will have a tie more than he wants. The swellest and handsomest Neckwear you'll find here, 25c, 50c, 75c and $1.00. Shirts, Coliars, Cuffs, Mocha and Kid Gloves $1.00, $1.50 and $2.00. \ Smoking Jackets. Fancy Suspenders and SupPorters, sets in boxes, 75c and $1.00. Boxes, Card Cases, etc., and the seen. | on the Isyj OLOTHEER' Columbia, S. C. dteaHM* teBaBaaw?l AT TAPP'S OR CHRISTMAS Sterling Silver Novelties for the holiGold Filled Cuff Pins, the pair. .26c. Children's Gold Filled Bracelets 63c. Misses Gold Filled Bracelets.. ?1.97 Gold Filled Cuff Buttons, pair . .50c. Sterling Silver Cuff Buttons, the pair 35c. Thousands of lovely presents, both in solid gold, gold filled and Sterling Silver, at prices never before heard of in all of Dixie lancf. We have the gifts you want. Buy now. IR CHRISTMAS The Best Suits and Coats in America at $25 S AT TAPP'S ! iric-a-brac, toys, dolls, Dwest prices. nir ir a tt D1 J1AIL are carefully and promptly executed re, who is very painstaking, and we ack. All inquiries from out-of-town iswered. The mail order business is ve pay express on all purchases over fAPP COMPANY NT STORE, ? Columbia, S. C. W. S. STEWART J t ?SftLLS? HEATING STOVES for OIL, WOOD and COAL, BANGES and COOK STOVES, MANTLES, GBATES and TILE,and BUILDEBS HABDWABE a specialty. Quality and Price." "Reliable." 1526 Main St. Phone 1294 COLUMBIA, S. C. THE JEWELER 1637 Main St, Columbia, S. C. * Unsurpassed opportunity is given here to find attractive articles for gift purposes, and Dispatch readers are rx-ir-z-lial lv int-od fr> dr\ tlioir cV(Ork V/VX uxuiAj ixi y ivv>u. vv vxv vnvix ^.nv ping at Avery's. A Store Full of good things awaits inspection and attractive prices prevail, so none may go away dissatisfied. Can mention but few things in this place. For fuller details visit Avery's. Watches of all styles, sizes and prices.. We prefer to sell the finest, but whether its ?100.00 or $1.00 you wish to spend you get good value anytime. ; Umbrellas make useful gifts for women and men. Finely mounted in gold and silver from ?3.50 to ?25.00. Fans are essentially feminine. Dainty white and black designs, and hand painted effects. Prices very reasonable. Silverware from leading factories, and this stock comprises goods in sterling silver from Tea Sets to Tea Balls with all the spoons, forks and knife family. The-silver plated goods for common every day use is likewise complete. Jewelry in all forms comprise a carefully selected stock and whether its 25 cents or 25 dollars you have to spend you can find it at Avery's. Eyes that need glasses geWinost scrupulous attention by a graduate optician. Cuaa T n vv-k oi ttJm tr /-. . I 1 WW. JL CLlll iX Y> CXJ *1 1C? pi-v;tures?a reproduction of a ?12.500 painting. To get it you must register your name at this store before Dec. *25tk. It's free?there is no chance, 110 drawing for it. Ask anyone in the store about it. /-.VERY, The Jeweler 1 637 Main St., Columbia, S. C. | Alfred J. Fox, i i Real Estate and Insurance, ; ! LEXINGTON, - S. C. j i - i ! WANTED | ! c:..^ 1AA > < rivc i w dure retrains. I FOR SALE. j | 1G5 acres one mile from Lexing- > { ton depot; 75 acres cleared; young > ( orchard; creek runs through > j place; fruit never fails. > { 20 acres near Lexington. | ( , 6J> acres 4 miles from Steedman > j .|-18 acres cleared. > , One lot in town of Lexington. j i 60 acres within one mile of ( | Arthur, 2 acres open land. Plenty > < of water on the place. | < One lot on Main street of Lex- > J ington; good building. > < One lot on Main street of Lex- [ ( ington; store building and ware- > ] house. > ( 80acres 2 mites from Lexington, [ < Plenty water. Fruit never fails. , 1 85 acres near Lexington. Good { for truck. Fruit never fails. [ { 250 acres miles from South- > J ern railway. 60 acres open land. > ] Fruit never fails. Good orchard [ < on the place. Two buildings. > { 25 resident lots in towu of Lex- > < ington. [ < Lot in Lexington with 3-room > J dwelling. _ ( 45 acres, miles trom Lexington, J { 9 acres open land. Plenty water. > ( 158 acres 2\ miles from South- > < ern railway, 50 acres open land. | < Two story dwelling painted and > ' has 8 rooms. Store house and i ) good barn and stables. Fruit [ < never fails. > ' 95 acres, 25 acres open land, > J 35 acres round timber, 35 acres [ < boxed timber, 2 4-room houses, > ], barn and stables. Church and > J" school house within 2 miles of | { place. ) | 4 one-half acre lots on Depot > j Street. [ < 4 one-half acre lots on new > J street to be called Fort Street. > j One large lot, G-room dwelling [ < and barn on Mam street, Lex- > | ington. > ] 100 acres, 30 acres open land, [ < dwelling and barn, church and > < school within one mile, 5 miles > | from Gaston, 6 miles from Swan- | c sea. i ( 1 acre, 5-room dwelling just ? J outside the incorporate limits of [ ^ Lexington. , ( 3 acres, good dwelling near > j Lexington. [ ( 6 lots on East Church Street, > __ > I Write or call to see me ! ! AT ! : THE HOME BANK, i ; Lexington, S. C. >