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???' N iHambcrg ifrralh Thursday, February 8, 1917. SHORT LOCALS. V Brief Items of Interest Throughout the Town and County. The water tanks of the Southern and the Seaboard railroads at Denmark burst as a result of the cold weather this week. The Woman's Missionary society, of the Baptist church, will meet Wednesday afternoon, February 14th, -3:30 o'clock. A fuM attendance is requested. H. M. Graham. Esq., has formed a f r\T t Vl ex TT!*ar>tif??> <~>f 1 AW yai lUCiJUIj; AVI bUO ^rtuvvivv v. with W. W. Barr, Esq., of Kingstree, who is a graduate of the University of South Carolina. Chief of Police E. C. Bruce entered upon his duties last Thursday. Mr. O. A. Simmons has accepted a position with Mr. G. 0. Simmons, succeeding Mr. Bruce. Mrs. George F. Hair and Mrs. John Cooner will be hostesses to the regular monthly meeting of the U. D. C. / chapter at the residence of Mrs. Hair on Tuesday, February 13th, at 4 o'clock, p. m. Tuesday morning the residence of j Mr. Clyde Bolen, on Carlisle street, was completely destroyed by fire. It i is stated that considerable of the furniture was saved. The origin of) the fir& is not known. The cold weather killed practically everything in the gardens. Nearly I everybody also lost their flowers; j even where fires were kept burning all night, the plants were found to be frozen the next morning. Monday was "First Monday," and the usual crowd was in the city notwithstanding the fact that it was one of the coldest days of the winter. No public sales were made, however. { The county commissioners held their usual monthly meeting. Dr. and Mrs. R. C. Kirkland and baby went down to Olar Saturday to attend the eighty-third birthday celebration of the former's father, Dr. N. F. Kirkland, Sr. All of the children were present with the exception of one son.?Barnwell People. ExGovernor Glenn, of North-^rolina, will deliver an address at the court house in Bamberg on a question of national interest February * 20th, at 7:30 p. m. 1 Let every com munity m me county u? ?eu i^icsented by both men and women. Coldest in Nineteen Years. The cold snap of the past few days was the coldest this section has experienced in nineteen years?since 1899, when the thermometer dropped to zero in some parts of the State. The cold wave arrived last Friday night, when the mercury took a sudden tumble, registering as low as eight degrees, some reported. Tho weather had moderated a little by Sunday morning, but the thermometer again registered 14 degrees. Sunday was considerably warmer, and it was thought the blizzard had about worn itself out. Sunday night, the wind began to rise, and by ten o'clock was blowing a gale. A little rain fell, followed soon after by a blowing snow, and another tumble in temperature. Monday morning the thermometer registered 10, and did not get much warmer during the day, but by Tuesday the cold wave had spent its fury, and the weather became moderate again. As a result of the exceedingly cold weather, many water pipes burst throughout the city, and the plumbers are now working over time trying to thines into rnnniri2r con dition again. Several hot water tanks in homes burst from the freezing water. New Advertisements. Peoples Bank?Five Cents. Mrs. S. H. Counts?For Rent. ; Standard Oil Co.?Rayo Lamps. Enterprise Bank?Draw a Check. Mutual Garage?The Point of Attack. Reily-Taylor Co.?"It Shorelv is Good." W. P. Herndon?Columbia Pure Coffee. Bamberg Banking Co.?National Thrift. H. G. Hastings Co.?Half Your Living. Planters Fertilizer Co.?15-Cent Cotton. W. D. & V. F. Bryant?Yes, This is the Car. Thielen Theatre ? "Neptune's Daughter." Farmers & .Merchants Bank?The Careful Man. Bamberg Banking Co.?An Individual Executor. The Bamberg Herald?All Winter Reading Club, $2.50. Peoples Bank?If You Want Money Next Christmas. Read the Herald, $1.50 per year. SKCON1) AN XIVERSAKY. Business Men's Bible Class Celebrate Birthday. The Business Men's Bible class, of Trinity Methodist church, celebrated its second anniversary last Sunday and Monday. The various services connected with the anniversary were largely attended, and much interest was taken by not only the members but the congregation of the church and the people of the city generally. Sunday morning the class convened in weekly class exercises at the church, holding the business meeting at ten o'clock. At ,10:45 the class and visiting men assembled in the class room, and in a body went into the church to hear a most interesting and instructive sermon by Rev. W. C. Owen, Sunday-school field secretary. At 3:30 in the afternoon a very successful Sunday-school rally was held at the church, and at 7:30 Rev. Mr. Owen delivered an address to young men and women. At the Sunday morning service, Prof. J. C. Guilds, teacher of the Bible class, read the following interesting sketch of the work of the class during the past year. History of Year's Work. "Today we celebrate the second anniversary of the organization of the Business Men's Bible Class. We are glad to say in the very beginning that since our establishment the class has been ever-green, i ne uue has ebbed very low at times, but thert have always been the 'faithful few' and the class has managed to hold together until, in some way, new life and interest were infused. At the present time it is very probable that the class is in better condition, from every standpoint, than ever before. Our men are becoming more and more convinced that the work of the class is worth while. As this realization grows the class will grow in power and usefulness. "In our Bible study we have followed the course of the international committee, embracing for the most part the life and character of St. Paul. As we have studied the life of this great man, the great apostle, many practical and inspiring truths have entered, we trust, into our own lives and characters. Our studies at present are in the wonderful Gospel according to St. John. Man has no mathematics by which he can estimate the results of such work as this ?they are known only to Him 'to whom the secrets of men's hearts are open.' That is one of the joys and inspirations of the work. It is our duty to faithfully sow the seed, the harvest does not belong to us. "In the department of charity the class has never turned a deaf ear to any worthy cause or person. During the year several appeals came to the class, and in at least four cases material assistance was' rendered. Our department for this work is now better organized and doubtless even larger things will be done during the coming year. "The social features have deepened and sweeter ed the fellowship of our men. All in all we have had a good year, and as we celebrate the the second anniversary we have gratitude for the past and hope for the future." Class Banquet. The banquet of the Business Men's Bible class, held Monday evening at Guilds hall, was a decided success. Amid beautiful surroundings and in an atmospnere or lnienecruauiy auu wit the business men of Bamberg were indeed in a position to be envied. Brilliant repartee was constantly engaged in by the speakers to the thorough enjoyment of all present. The quick minds of Dr. E. O. Watson, Dr. H. N. Snyder, and Rev. W. C. Owen were fully appreciated. Too much praise cannot be given to the ladies of the church. They toiled faithfully to make the banquet a success and their efforts are by no means unappreciated. In fact the possibility of the banquet was brought about by their efforts. 4 The supper was served by the ladies of the younger set. They were daintily attired in white and added a youthful freshness to the occasion that cannot be overlooked. The supper was served in three courses. The first was a meat course, consisting of turkey, ham and coffee. The second was a salad course. The third course consisted of ices. At the conclusion of the last course, Dr. E. O. Watson, pastor of Trinity church, rose to perform the duties of toastmaster. Dr. Watson makes, indeed, a graceful toastmaster. After a brief and humorous introduction, in which he impressed his audience with his hope that this ! banquet (or Dr. Snyder) would not J ? send him to Baltimore as the last did, and in which he tried in vain to persuade his hearers that the proverbial dog was not "his'n," he presented to the assembly Rev. W. C. Owen. "This is the best Bible class in South Carolina," said Rev. Owen in his toast, "The Class and the Sunday Cope levelling Burned. Cope, Feb. 5.?On Friday afternoon about three o'clock, .Mrs. E. R. Cleckley, of near Cope, lost her dwelling by fire. The wind was very high and as it was one of the coldest days we've had in many years, almost everybody was indoors trying to keep warm. On this occasion the familywere sitting around the fire and the first knowledge they had of the house being on fire was when some hands of a neighbor, who were hauling logs, rode up on their mules and gave the alarm. Mr. James Cleckley, who was in the house at the time, saw at a glance that it woifld be futile to try to save the building after the fire had such headway, and the wind was so high, so they exerted themselves to s?ve all that they could, and by on/1 V>OT?r1 UTirt COVOH tVlP I4Uivr\ anu. aaiu ?? v* ww w* v*?v greater part of the household effects. It is understood that there was some insurance, but nothing to compare with the value of the house. school." Mr. Owen briefly but effectively outlined the importance of the Bible class work. His address was brimming over with humor and euthusiasm. Rev. A. J. Cauthen was to have been the next speaker. and was to have responded to the toast "The Class and the Church," but to the genuine regret of every one, Mr. Cauthen was suffering from a sore throat and could not speak. He did ft fs\txt Kic onnropio_ CAJJ1CSS 111 a lew wuiuo uig uiffibwu tion of the class's work and extended his best wishes to all its efforts. "The Class and the Churches" was the next toast. Rev. Jonas Barclay, pastor of the Presbyterian church, in a broad-minded way pointed out that, though we have different denominations of churches, we are all brothers in Christ and are all striving toward one end, our only difference laying in the methods. Mr. A. B. Utsey demonstrated his genuine worth and displayed his true enthusiasm in the work in his toast, "The Class for Bafliberg." Rev. F. H. Shuler, conference commissioner of education, was present and responded to,the toast "The Class and Our Educational Institutions." Briefly he told of the efforts of South Carolina Methodism to raise $300,000 for the cause of Christian education. He demonstrated the fact that the State of South Carolina spent two dollars for every one that the church spent and accomplished the same result?that the church college 1 - - j *- v.,,!* +Vi? coma euuca.ce a uiau iui uau uuc amount required by the7 State. Mr. Shuler is carrying on a great work and bids fair to accomplish what many have failed in trying. The last speaker of the evening was Dr. H. N. Snyder, president of Wofford college. His subject, "Th6 Class as the Organized Good Samaritan," was, needless to say, skilfully handled. In his usiual charming way, Dr. Snyder delivered his address, pointing out the work of the organized Bible class. Dr. Snyder was at his best and his address was appreciated to the utmost. At the conclusion of his talk, Dr. Snyder presented Dr. Watson with a gift from the members of the class. The gift was a beautiful watch chain. Dr. Watson expressed his deep appreciation to the class in a few well chosen words. 'As an impromptu speaker, Mr. A. M. Brabham was next introduced. Mr. Brabham expressed his Surprise at being called upon, but showed that he was equal to any emergency. He thanked the class for the honor it had given him in electing him presi dent and promised, that with the cooperation of the members, he intended giving the best that was in him to the work. The meeting was then declared adjourned by the toastmaster. The Business Men's Bible class was organized two years ago and has been doing unspeakable good in Bamberg since its organization. The banquet Monday night was the celebration of its second anniversary. The future looms up before it bigger and brighter than ever before and with Mr. A. M. Brabham as president and Prof. J. C. Guilds as teacher, it has the promise of a most successful third year. Officers and Committees. The following officers and committees will have charge of the work of the class during the coming year: President, A. M. Brabham; vice president, D. J. Delk; teacher, J. C. A . _ ~ ?1 17* T5 A 1 UU11US; d,SSlS Ld.Il t LtJO-UlICl , Jii. XT. rxilen; secretary, Paul Whitaker; assistant secretary, F. K. Graham; treasurer, G. 0. Simmons. Membership and attendance committee?C. R. Brabham, Jr., chairman; A. B. Utsey, W. C. Duncan, F. C. Ayer, J. W. Stokes. Social and welcome committee? Wfc?D. Rhoad, chairman; M. E. Ayer, L. B. Fowler, M. \V. Lever, W. A. Dickinson. Devotional committee?D. J. Delk, chairman; A. Kirsch, R. S. Simmons, H. L. Kearse, S. A. Merchant. Charity committee?J. H. Cope, chairman; S. G. Ray, D. W. Phillips, N. P. Smoak, R. T. Fairey. J MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL. Improvements Planned for City's Fire Department. An interesting meeting of the Bamberg city council was held Tuesday night, at which plans were launched for improvements to the city fire department. It was decided to purchase 500 feet of fire hose, to be added to the present equipment. Mr. W. D. Rhoad, chief of the fire department, asked for this amount of new hose, which now gives a sufficient amount to meet the needs of the city. Plans were discussed, looking to the purchasing of a Ford truck for fire hose. While no definite action was taken alone this line, the matter is now being investigated, and it is probable that the truck may be purchased, instead of two hand reels, the cost being approximately the same for one truck as for two reels*. A site is being sought for locating a hose house somewhere in the lower section of the city, so as to render effectual fire protection to that section of town. The matter of providing a fire alarm was also discussed, and is now being investigated. It is generally conceded that the present plan of discharging pistols and shot guns is practically no alarm at all, and the time seems to have arrived when the city demands something that resembles an alarm. It is probable that a siren whistle may be placed at the power house, to be sounded when there is a fire. Mr. Bart Jordan was elected night policeman, succeeding Mr. Dave Kinard, resigned. Conference at Denmark. The regular farmers' conference at Voorhees Industrial school, Denmark, that usually lasts one day, has extended the time to two days. Rev. Richard Carroll and Martin A. Menafee have arranged a meeting for February 15th for both races beginning at 11 o'clock. On account of the migration of the negro from the South to the North it is very important that the preachers and the leading men of both races attend the meeting. W. T. Andrews, of Sumter, will speak on the " Migration of the Negro North." Dr. C. C. Brown (white) will deliver his great speech on the "Need of Good Leadership." Other prominent white and colored men will be asked to say something at the conference. Rev. Carroll is very anxious that the white and colored preachers of all denominations of ? * * 11 A 4 Bamoerg ana carnwen uuuiiues attend the conference; he will be one of the speakers. Persons who come on the train, notify Martin A. Menafee, and they will be furnished vehicles. White people who are readers of The Herald are asked to notify others who are not of this important meeting at Voorhees Industrial school. Baptist Church Services. Prayer meeting Thursday evening at 7:30; Scripture: Matthew 14:2224. Preaching Sunday morning, 11 o'clock; subject: "Great Days, or High Points in History and Biography." Sunday evening services at 7:30; subject: "A Woman's Warning." Paraphernalia Removed. ./ The Herald is asked to give space to the following:^ "Savoml mnntbs aen. believine that a playground was needed in Bamberg, the Civic league undertook to furnish the vacant lot in the rear of the court house for this purpose, after having secured the consent of the authorities to do so. "Recently the paraphernalia has been removed, and the ladies of the league would be glad to be informed where the devices erected on the lot now are. The league has never been instructed by anyone to remove the devices. "What was done by the league was done for the benefit of the town, in an endeavor to provide something which the town did not have and which it needed; and it would seem that the league should have been notified if the devices were to be torn away. Considerable money was spent for this purpose by the Civic league, and it is to be regretted that this expenditure should amount to nothing." Commencement Speakers Announced. Headmaster J. C. Guilds has announced the speakers for commencement at Carlisle. Bishop Collins Demny, of Richmond, Va., will deliver the annual sermon on the last Sunday in May. On Monday evening those in attendance will hear the commencement address, which will be delivered by Dr. H. N. Snyder, president of the Wofford system. Prof. Guilds is to be congratulated on getting two men of such renown for one commencement. This year's senior class is unusually large and commencement promises to be an event of widespread and more than usual interest. ( Second District Doctors. "N Y * Barnwell, Jan. 31.?The fourteenth semi-annual meeting of the Second District .Medical association, was held in Barnwell yesterday. The different communities of the district were well represented by the Vowing doctors: R. A. Gyles, Blackville; A. B. Patterson, Barnwell; J. S. Mas: thews, Denmark; C. B. Ray, Olar; C." G. Blackburn, Cordova; R. B. Kirkland, fearnwell; Hugh T'fson, Allendale; J. C. McCormick, Olar; Robt. F. Black, Bamberg; T. M. Stuckey, Cope; L. A: Hartzog, Olar; M. H. Wyman, Columbia; Edward Kirkland, Olar; J. J. Clecklev, Bamberg; H. J. Stuckey, Bamberg; G. W. I. Loadholt, Fairfax; J. H. Roberts, Ehrhardt; J. S. Palmer, Allendale; W. R. Lowman, Orangeburg; A. S. Weekly, Bamberg; Frank Kirkland, Allendale; W. R. Tuten, Fairfax; \I. B. Munson, Estill; J. P. Johnson, Fairfax; E. L. Patterson, Barnwell; F. H. Boyd, Allendale; H, G. Googe, Fairfax; J. G. Wooley, Barnwell; C. F. Bryans, Augusta, and Vance W. Brabham, Orangeburg. The officers of the association are: Dr. J. L. Copeland, Ehrhardt, president; Dr. W. R. Lowman, Orangeburg, vice president, and Dr. Vance W. Brabham, Orangeburg, secretary and treasurer. In the absence of the president, Dr. Lowman called the meeting to order and~presided at the session. Prayer was offered by the Rev. A. E. Evison. Dr. R. A. Giles, of Blackville, president of the Barnwell County association, made an eloquent address of welcome which was fittingly responded to by Dr. G. H. > H. Walter, Jot Orangeburg. Papers were read and discussed as follows: "Auto-intoxication," Dr. J. S. Palmer, Allendale; "Carcinoma of the Colon," Dr. Charlie Crane, Augusta, Ga.; "Blood Transfusion,Dr. C. I. Bryans, Augusta, Ga. Dr. Bryan's lecture on the subject of bloody transfusion created profound interest from the fact that it was an able discussion of a comparatively untried procedure, transfusion was attempted several centuries ago, but not until recently has it been done skilfully enough to insure success. The following resolution was adopted almost unanimously by the association: "Resolved: That the j Second District Medical association j endorses a State-wide law for the enforcement of prohibition." After adjournment, the members were entertaine/d at dinner by the Bamberg County Medical association.] Meeting of Literary Society. The Calhoun Literary society, of Oak Grove school, recently had a verv interesting: meeting. The chief thing on the programme was a debate, "Resolved, that woman should not have the ballot." Those on the affirmative side were: Thelma Rentz, Carolyn Rentz. Those on the negative side were: Lewis Copeland, M.| H. Smith. The judges decided in favor of the negative. The honor roll for this month is as follows: Fifth grade, Eddra Fender, Williams Carter, Lillie Gibson, Sallie George; sixth grade, Carolyn Rentz, Alva Hoffman, Lewis Copeland; seventh grade, Thelma Rentz; eighth grade, Polly Carter, Essie Carter. Thelma Rentz, of the seventh grade, made the highest average, her aver-J age being 98. Baptist Church Revival. Rev. W. H. Wharton, of Baltimore, will begin a series of revival meet ings at the Baptist church on February 12th. Two services will be conducted daily, at 10 a. m. and 7:30 p. m. Rev. Mr. Wharton is a preacher of note, and is considered one of i the strongest evangelists in the country. He is now conducting a very successful revival in Orangeburg. Dr. Steedly Opens Hospital. The Steedly hospital opened in Spartanburg this week is one of thej most modern private institutions of its character in the South, and is an addition to this city that will establish its prestige in that line. Dr. Steedly and his associates are to be congratulated upon their institution and Spartanburg as a city should be appreciative of their contribution to the community's equipment in this particular. There is not in the South a more thoroughly equipped plant of its character.?Spartanburg Herald. Dr. Steedly is a former Bamberg county citizen, and his many friends j here will be glad to know of his suc! cess in the "City of Success." Conductor Smith Out. The friends of Conductor J. M. Smith will be pleased to learn that he has so far recovered from his recent illness that he was able to be out on the streets of Bamberg Saturday for the first time. Mr. and Mrs. Smith expect to move to Ehrhardt in the near future.?Walterboro Press and Standard. TO HAVE TRADE BODY. Plans Formulated Thursday Night for Organization. Last Thursday night a meeting of a number of the citizens of the city was held for the purpose of for- 4 muiating ,pians for ^e organization of a c^ariiber of commerce for Bam^he meeting was held in the oMfcs of the Bamberg Banking company/aEd much interest was shown by those present. Another meeting and smoker will be held at the town hall tonight (Thursday) for the purpose of perfecting the organization. Mr. John H. Cope called the meeting to order, and Prof. J. C. Guilds stated in a forceful way the object of the meeting. Several of the main issues were discussed and various .? .? : * *?n>/M.n nnnnintoH go fftl. UUUIIIllILCC5 v> a^/^/viUbvU) uv &w lows: On constitution and by-laws?Dr. E. 0. Watson, Paul Whitaker, H. N. Folk. * v On membership?A. M. Brabham, x LaVerne Thomas, J. J. Heard, E. A. Hooton. On finance?Dr. G. F. Hair, Prof. J. C. Guilds, C. W. Rentz, Sr., John H. Cope. ^ ! Every citizen of Bamberg is urged to attend the meeting to be held tonight at the town hall. That the city is going to have a chamber of commerce there is no doubt. The needs of such an organization are very apparent, and the town is to be congratulated upon the efforts already njade in this direction. Boiler Bursts at cope. / Cope, Feb. 5.?Saturday morning just as Mrs. J. I. Vallentine left the kitchen to spread the table for breakfast, a loud explosion occurred in the kitchen, caused by the bursting of the hot water section or pipes. The pipe between the range and the hot water tank, being frozen, cut off the water supply, and hence the above result. The range was badly damaged or almost completely destroyed. Took Course at Winthrop. / Mrs. B. W. Faust, county home demonstration agent, has resumed i her work in the county, after a month's course at Winthrop college. Forty-one county agents and assist-, ant agents were in attendance, and the instructors were from several universities and the department of agriculture at Washington. Mrs. Calvin, of the bureau of education, well known to the readers of the Ladies' Home Journal, gave the course in dietetics, including bread making and the^planning of meals. Miss Powell, of Washington, specialist on canning and preserving, and Dr. Dearing, specialist on iruit culture and grape juice, were there a week. Prof. Newman and Prof. Harp, of Clemson, gave lectures on gardening and poultry keeping respectively, while the Winthrop professors of agriculture[.and chemistry gave two periods daily to those important subjects. The last two days the agents were given written ex ami- j nations on the different subjects taught. The physical director allowed the use of the splendidly equipped gymnasium and swimming pool which were much enjoyed. Mrs. Faust will begin at once the reorganization of canning clubs, and <" will add poultry raising and a prac- * tical course in sewing to the work of the clubs. The women's clubs and bread clubs will also be continued throughout the year. A Busy Three-horse Power Motor. ^ Demonstrating almost the extreme in efficiency for farm power motors, a letter concerning the duties of tnree-norse power electric motor in Arkansas Valley, Cal., states that this particular small power unit is accomplishing the following: "Pumps water for 3,500 head of sheep, twenty-seven head of cows, fifty head of hogs. "Drives a milking machine which ? milks twenty head of cows twice each day. "Drives a cream separator which handles the entire output of milk. "Drives a corn grinder whictj is V used twice daily." ? And the owners are making ar- ^ rangements to connect the motor to a cucumber seed cleaning machine.? 4 * Electrical Review. The tips of a new German aeroplane propeller trend forward when stationary, but are straightened by centrirugai rorce wnen revolving, which the inventor asserts lessens the danger of their being broken by the strain. SPECIAL NOTICES. Advertisements Under This Head 25c. , / For 25 Words or Less. Why Let Yonr storage batteries run down? We have installed up-to. . . . _ 11 c . date macninery ana guarantee au* work. Electric troubles a specialty. MUTUAL GARAGE, Denmark, S. C. For Rent?Desirable store on Main street, now occupied by Price & Johnson. Possession given March let. Apply to MRS. S. H. COUNTS, Bamberg, S. C. tf. " /" J >s