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Wt)t pamberg ^eralb Thursday, November 7,1918 SHORT LOCALS. Brief Items of Interest Throughout the Town and County. Sheriff Ray requests The Herald to state that if the influenza situation continues to improve, the quarantine will be off next Sunday. The present indications point that it will be safe next Sunday to hold public gatherings as usual. Friday night a real cold snap arrived. The thermometer fell rapidly during the night, and a light frost was on the ground Saturday morning. Sunday morning there was plenty of frost in evidence, but it was not heavy enough to kill vegetation. Fearing a new outbreak of the Spanish influenza, the local board of health decided on Saturday to continue the quarantine against holding public meetings, and for this reason no church services were held ( on Sunday. While the epidemic is under control, it was thought best not to take any unnecessary chances on a new outbreak. The general election was held in this county on Tuesday. As usual in general elections, there was very little interest, the primaries being the same as elections here. The electors voted for Democratic State and county officers, and for U. S. senators and congressmen. There were also a long list of constitutional * * amendments, none of which applied to Bamberg county, and very few votes were cast one way or the other on these questions, all of which were of more or less local nature in other counties. The commissioners of elec v tion will meet tms wees to taouiaie the result. Friday night a large automobile driven by negroes ran through the yard fence of Mr. V. J. Hartzog, smashed out a section, and then went on into the front yard. Mr. Hartzog \ . hearing the commotion went out to investigate. The negro was frantif . cally trying to get his car started, and after some effort succeeded in doing so and left without giving Mr. Hartzog much satisfaction. He gave his name as Minnigan and said he! hailed from near Allendale. Mr. Hartzog forgot to get his car number, however, and has not heard of the - negro since. The negro said his wife | .was trying to run the car and let it get out of control. . I m *m* m' Conditions Nearly Normal. .... 'v*.\' > ~ The influenza epidemic in the city has subsided, and almost normal conditions now prevail. Very few new cases .have been reported within the past week, and no deaths have - occurred recently. All of those who have been seriously ill are recovering, and unless conditions change it is. not expected that there will be further serious consequences from : this malady., , Dr. J. R. Smith, who was sent here by the United States public health service, was recalled the latter part of last week, going from here Columbia. Dr. Smith rendered variable assistance while in the city, and ' worked hard for the stamping out of the disease. Dr. Robert Black has recovered and is able to resume his practice again after several weeks illness with the influenza. Dr. H. J. Stuckey, who was the only resident physician not sick with the disease during ? the worst part of the epidemic, worked untiringly day and night, and the thanks of the city and community -.are due him. It is understood that several persons are seriously ill with the influenza in Denmark, and that there are a good many cases of the disease there. - -ra> am f Master s Sales Monday. . Monday being salesday, the mas ter made tfte following sales at tile i court house: Mayfield vs. Curry; one-half interest in lot in city of Bamberg; bought by W. E. Free, attorney, for $100. Beasley versus Rentz, et al.; 108 acres of land; bought by J. F. Carter for $3,500. Utsey, et al., versus Sandifer, et al.; 250 acres of land; bought by H. f C. Folk for heirs for $7,560. The master of Orangeburg county made the following sale at the court house Monday: Middleton, et al., versus Middleton; 24-acre tract bought by John F. Folk for $550; 35-acre tract bought by John F. Folk for $950; lot in town of Midway bought by M. J. Frederick, attorney, for $200. Remember our "Everready" battery service when your flash light needs a new bulb or battery. Faulkner-Electric Service Co.?adv. Do your ironing at home with a Universal Electric Iron. Best service ?cost reasonable. Faulkner-Electric Service Co.?adr. -i% ;;.v--V - . MR. W. A. B. NEWSOM. rroininent Williston Citizen IHed Here Friday Night. Mr. William Ansel Bugg Newsom, a prominent citizen of Williston, S. C., died in this .city Friday night, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Robert Black. Mr. Newsom's death was the result of heart failure, with which he had been afflicted for about twenty years. He had been visiting in this city for several weeks. His condition had been very serious for some time, and his death was not unexpected. He died at 11:30 o'clock. ' His remains were carried to Williston] his home, Saturday, and interment occurred Sunday morning at 11 o'clock at the Williston cemetery in the presence of a large congregation of friends and relatives. Many ' * " * i . - 1 X 1^1 J I oeautiiui norai tnoutes w?re iaiu upon the grave. Mr. Newsom was born near Modoc, in Edgefield county, 78 years ago. When the war between the States broke out, ^lr. Newsom enlisted in in the cause of the Confederacy, and served in Company I, seventh regiment, Longstreet's corps. At the battle of Chicamauga he received a severe wound. Being no longer fit for service in the field, he returned home and was attached to the recruiting station at Edgefield. Soon after the war ended, Mr. Newsom moved to Williston and became one of the pioneer citizens of that little city. He engaged in extensive farming up until a few years ago, when he retired from active business on account of his health. In 1867 he was married to Miss Mary Elizabeth Matthews, also of Edgefield county, who survives him. Last year Mr. and Mrs. Newsom celebrated their fiftieth wedding anniversary. Mr. Newsom was a man of strong character, and he had led an earnest Christian life. At an early age he became a. member of the Baptist church, and throughout his long life Lie u<iu uwu atuvc iu an tuuiw uiaiters. He was the senior deacon at the time of his death of the Williston Baptist church. He was a staunch believer in Christian education, and had been influentially connected with religious activities in his town and community for many years. He was also largely interested in the schools of his section and worked for their betterment. The deceased was a most estimable citizen, and in his death his home town has lost a good man. During his visits to Bamberg he had made numerous friends, to whom the news of his death was a source of genuine sorrow. He is survived by his wife and four children: Mr. J. Ek Newsom, of Williston, formerly cashier, of the Enterprise Bank in this city; Mr. John A. Newsom, a prominent bank er or Jacksonville, na.; miss name Newsom, a valued member of the faculty of the Bamberg graded school, and Mrs. Robert Black, of this city. , ? Death of Calvin Bessinger. Mr. Calvin Bessinger, one of the oldest citizens of the county, died at his home near Olar Monday night. He had been a sufferer from cancer for several years, and his death was not unexpected. The remains were interred Tuesday at the Starr burial ground, near Olar. Mr. Bessinger was about 80 years of age. He was a brave soldier of the Confederacy, and had always led a quiet and useful life in his community. He is survived by two daughters, Mrs. E. T. Morris and Mrs. James Wilson. Orphanage Work Day. Next Saturday is orphanage work day for Trinity church and Sundayschool. The envelopes are being distributed and an effort is made to place one in the home of every member. Please let everybody, old and young, bear this important need in mind and do all we can to relieve the situation at our orphanage, caused by the war conditions, which are seriously affecting the care and comfort of these dependent children. Bring your offering to church or Sunday-school next Sunday. If we are not permitted to hold services next Sunday, tnose distnouung tne enve-j lopes will call for them next week. R. H. JONES, A. B. UTSEY. ^ ? Red Cross Notes. t The boxes in which to ship Xmas goodies to our boys "over there" have arrived, and may be obtained by calling at the Red Cross room and presenting the permit card. Each auxiliary is asked to send for as many boxes as they tl$ink they will need to supply their community. If each branch will distribute boxes to those nearest it will be easier and less con rusion ior an uuuuciucu. Any persons who have finished property bags on hand will please hand them in at once. < >- . . DEATH OF MR. J. D. PLATTS. I*rominent Citizen, of Olar Killed by Falling Tree. Mr. J. D. Platts, a well known and highly respected citizen of Olar, met death in a most tragic manner on Tuesday of last week near Olar, when he was caught beneath a falling tree and killed. Md. Platts was employed at a skidder operated by Mr. Hugh Kearse. About nine o'clock Tuesday morning he went down into the swamp where some hands were cutting logs to carry them some water. When he approached one of the trees where some hands were at work, not being noticed by them, the tree fell upon him. His body was not found until the tree had been trimmed by the hands, when it was fnund thai he was lvinsr beneath the tree top, one of the limbs having struck the deceased on the head, causing death probably instantly. The remains were interred at St. John's Baptist church, the services being conducted by the Hev. D. H. Owings, pastor of the deceased, in the presence of a large congregation of friends and relatives. Many beautiful flowers were placed upon his grave. Mr. Platts was born near Jenny's, in Barnwell county, 66 years ago, son of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Platts. His early life was spent in Barnwell. Many years ago he moved to this county, where he engaged in farming nnrl othpr hnsinpss entprnrisps He was married nearly 44 years ago to Miss Susan Ellen Ayer, of this county, who survives him. Mr. Platts was a member of the St. John's church and was quite active in church and community affairs. Pie will be greatly missed in his community. He had numerous friends all over the cotmty to whom the news of his death will be quite a shock. The sympathy of the county is extended to the bereaved family. - Besides his wife, Mr. Platts is sur-. vived by five sons and three daughters; two sisters, Mrs. Mary Mills and Mrs. Laura Brant*; 29 grandchildren and one great grandchild. ^ i?i ? We carry fuses for automobile lighting systems; also "Spot Lights" and other accessories. FaulknerElectric Service Co.?adv. One of the things that helped to mop up that ex-Hindenburg line was the steady purchase of W. S. S. Did you help? SPECIAL NOTICE" For Sale?Seed wheat; both the bearded and the beardless variety. H. C. FOLK CO., Bamberg, S. C. tfn For Sale.?One good dairy cow and heifer calf four months old. Goes for the best offer. E. C. BRUCE, Bamberg, S. C. . l;:p r ? Wanted?To sell a lot in the town -of Midway known as the Simpson lot. Apply to BRANTLEY & ZEIGLER, Attorneys, Orangeburg, S. C. 12-5n. For Sale?1,000 bushels best quality cleaned bright improved Fulghum seed oats, $1.50 in new 5-bu. sacks, f. o. b. Norway or Cope. H. B. FULMER, Norway, S. C. ll-7n For Sale or Trade?New pianos, organs and sewing machines for old ones, or will sell at rock bottom prices and on easy terms. See me at once. F. K. GRAHAM, Ehrhardt, S. C. For Sale?Seed wheat; both the bearded and the beardless variety. H. C. FOLK CO., Bamberg, S. C. tfn Special Sale?Good two-story dwelling with 1 1-2 acres of land for $2,500. Terms can be made agreeable to a reasonable purchaser. See me at once. H. M. GRAHAM, Bamberg, S. C. tf Athens Hide_,Company, of Athens, Ga.;, are the largest buyers of express shipped green cow hides in South. Reason is, "They weigh the weight." Mule and horse hides $3.50 each. H. EUGENE FANT, Mgr. 12-17p For Sale?Good farm, 465 acres; good dwelling, and out buildings; 7-horse farm open; well timbered; will sell for $10,000.00. Easy terms or will sell in smaller tracts. See me quick. H. M. GRAHAM. tf For Sale?Nice home for sale near Ehrhardt in the St. John's community, containing 100 acres. Ten-room dwelling nicely painted, and all necessary buildings. A bargain for any one desiring a nice home. Anply to G. J. HERNDON, Ehrhardt, S. C. tfu Agents Wanted?In every township in Bamberg county to sell new invention. Big -money to hustlers. Man or woman; no experience needed. Article sells itself like hot cakes. Write today for full information and territory. F. K. GRAHAM, Ehrhardt, S. C. WANTED?Improved and unimproved farm lands and farms at reasonable prices. If interested write me at once stating prices and acreage of farm. Address L. S. BIGHAM, Box 487, Florence, S. C. ll-14n Fifty Elcar Automobiles and the j Bamberg territory to the dealer who j realizes the situation and can finance automobiles. Specifications?Forty Horse Power Red Seal Continental Motor, Borg & Beck Clutch, Stromberg carburetor, Hotchkiss Drive, Timken Bearings, Stewart Vacuum. Wheelbase 116 in., price $1,375 F. O. B. factory. ELCAR MOTOR SALES COMPANY, Southern District Office, 1502 Candler Building, Atlanta, Oa. 12-5n / * % -if'Vy: a4A A^A A. ^k. A^k. Al .A..A^ A^ YT XX | State & I Book D< Yt XT TT XT *H We wish to ai II are now handlii ft school books, tl ?* ? 7 VV 1\aam l^o T* o ui aiioi v/i A vi ft Folk Company || Book Store, an find nearly evei if book here. 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