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A. SGHROCK, Publisher. CHRISTMAS OAMBLING. V. The above caption furnishes a fair subject for either discussion, or prompt settlement. The oretically, gambling in any form >* is a violation of the moral law, but, taken practically, we cannot Aee the harm that is done during? the Christ mas holidays by the ' moderate indulgence in the mild form of gambling that is indulg ed in by the generation of recent adults, and those of a proceed ing generation. Amusement of any character during these per iods, it indulged in in modera tion, injures no one, tends to ex hilerato the spirit of youth ard middle age, without any of the harmful! effects that a game of poker or set-back would produce. Speaking editorially, we want to say, that if the ruffling for Turkeys, fancy articles of any kind, or any other kind of what we consider innocent gambling is tabooed t?y our city council, or through any other agency dur ing the Christmas now approach- 1 ing, these people will stand in their own light. If it isn't a throw of the dice for a turkey, it will be a draw of the cards for the money. The latter, all will agree is demoralizing, the form er, merely an incident of a twelve-month. We have no pat lance with the mistaken morality of anyone who because he has not given the subject proper thought, condemn* absolutely the custom of Christmas gam bling for objects of more or less value. We have been there, and know whereof \* e speak. If the City authorities do not see. unseeing that this form of amusement is allowed to be conducted, our youth and many of those of mid dle age will find a more pernici ous manner in which to spend the money saved for Christmas festivities. We-will see what we shall see. GIVING. Our editorial on "Thanksgiv ing Day" in our issue of the 24th ult., we" are glad to say met with unqualified approval in every quarter. On the re-reading of it we had the inspiration that briugs forth this editorial under the abovo caption. GIVING. "Who of our readers but has ex perienced the warmth of heart that is created by the delivery , of a cheerfull gift towards a worthy object? Who of us but have unwilliugly contributed to wards objects that our judge ment taught us were unworthy, simply because to refuse might subject us to unjust criticism? We venture the assertion that all of thosj* whose eyes rest up on these pages have undergone both experiences. However that may be, we want to call the attention of our readers to the fact that Christmas is rapidly approaching. All are not as fortunate as the many in having the means to enjoy as it should be enjoyed, the festivities that always accompany the comment monition of the birth ofourSav i >n. It is fitting then that those, whom the Faiher has better en dowed with this world's goods should during the holi days ex tend to those of their Jess for tunate brethren and sisters the wherewithal! to properly cele brate the natal day that marked ? the rescue of all human kind fnyn everlasting damnation, giving all the hope according to the prjmise from a Divine Fath er of everlasting joy and i-eace. OUIt WASHINGTON LETTER. Pension Commissioner Ware, who has just resigned, has been * the subject of mucii criticism. It is only fair to state that he is the beat Commissioner who evor lived in Topeka, Kansas, and wrote poetry as a sido linj. Washington has one advantage over most of the larger cities of the country. It has no munici pal electiou scheduled for the spring. "Do married men object to wo men's clubs?" asks Kate Thyson Marr. We don't know; but mar ried women certainly object to men's clubs. "The Winning of the West" having run through a second ed boats on the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal to tie apfor the night aa aeon aa it tegins to get dark. That's a wise precaution, as there is no telling where the Bai-_ t>e fleet will show up next ? < It is not flattering to a lot of these two-by-four governors to have it generally admitted that they were pulled through by the President's popularity. Governor-elect Higgios, of New York, is suffering from kid- 1 ney trouble. He probably pre fers it, however, to the heart affection of his late opponent. General Corbin is cabling the list of his guests in Manila. The society reporter follows the flag. Now comes a physician with the assertion that pumpkin pies are filled with microbes. Well, it shows that the microbes have good taste. Italy proposes to decorate J. Pierpont Morgan because of his return of that stolen cope. This country might be willing to give some of those Napoleons of fi nance decorations if they would return the stolen property now in their possession.' Mr. Bryan refuses to claim that he could have done better, although he doubtless has a sneaking suspicion that he could not have done worse. Manchuria and Maryland are the only doubtful and divided btates left. Mr. Hay has been signed for another season as Secretary of State, leaving Mr. Choate the option of remaining in the out field or returning to New York. One of the Department chiefs complains about the rapid disap pearance of his stationery. He should make a requisition for stationary stationery. Another claim has been made that Adam and Eve were black persons. As soon as a proper number of persons can be induc ed to believe it, the author of the story will begin advertising his famous bleaching process. Dying seems to be General Kuroki's daily recreation. Something we Don't Like. Letter From u Advertiser Lately. Editor, The People: I regret , to have to inform you that, next | season, I will not advertise any thing for sale in your paper. Owing to the one I ran with you , lately, I have sold down, even to| the seed. This, 1 didn't care to dov so please count me out in the future. R. S. B. Sad, sad, but 'twas ever thus. Reunion at Uetliune. The reunion of the members of Confederate Camp, Angus McLaurin was the best that lias yet been held by that splendid camp. We noted the fact that the at tendance was much larger than on former occasions. One of the pleasures of this event was the presence of Captain Lucas, the commander of one of the most distinguished companies of the 7th South Carolina Battal ion. The exercises of the day were held in front of the Be th une gradea school, the piazza being used as a rostrum. They were interspersed by patriotic songs rendered by the scholars, led. by Prof. Setzler, the princi pal of the school. After the rendition of several of these songs and a splendidly deliver ed recitation by Miss (honest ly we failed to catch the name of the young lady) the Presbyter ian minister was called on and for a short time held the atten tion of the audience, and made one of the cleverest short talks to which we ever listened. He was tol lowed by the substitute for Hon. M. L. Smith, who de livered a brief address in which the following subjects were dis cussed in a rather original way; The causes that led up to war, its results, words of admonition to sons of veterans, and conclud ing with what were intended to be burning words of exhortution to the old veterans to keep ever alive within their breasts the fires of patriotism, and to cor tinue the holding of these reun ions as long as even two remain ed on this side of the river. I We want to say that the day | marks a red letter in our exist ence, and that on the next oc casion of like character, we will again be with them to partake of and enjoy the unbounded hos pitality of its people. ? Danger of ? C*MRh. rneumonla, crlpp, ool<1, bronahltla and nearly "very other dtnxtroui alckneea of thla kind la uaually the (Irvilopmfiil of a *111(111 (tough. Too ninny people are uaually laid ip end too many die fn?m dlaeaaea where they could ao enallv knock that flrft cough In the head. Murray'a horehound Mullein and Tar curea cold*. II Juat dropa the bottom out of couch. Krery drugftlat haa It for Mr. ? bottle. Remember "Murray V and take no other. Regalar ftOo. alae. ?eat Tafceere KpH *a4 maeae fear ua Away. Te quit tobaeeo aaeily a ad forever, be nil aetlo. Kit of life, narva and vigor, lake No- To Baa. the wonder wot ker. thai aiakee weak an 1 ?treat. All era? tale. ?a eel. Caref?era> MA Booklet aad aaeapte free. Addreee 1 ?karllaa RiaMy Oa , CHImh m Haw Yerk Pfobate j udga'tt Sale. SUft of Sonth Cu-gflaa, ) lath* C""^ ?* fcnhw. . { Probate Court. "jaWU^.S of ff? Jf'S1* Jql1" *??. ??? Kel lle O. Man and Mary K. Mm, ^?-ow trloes of the K<tato of Kliaa J. Mu. Plaintiffs, ?niml Mary M, Man. Lillian A. Man, Lau ?*nw R. Maw, O. O. Man, C. C. Vaujrhan, E. F. A. Writer*. Ex?ou t?r of the Swtato of John <). Writer*, The Bank of Caniden, and all other Creditors of the E?trte of John O. Man, Defendants. Under and by virtue of a decretal order granted in the above entitled Rroceedings in the Probate Court for [ersliaw County, dated March 7, 1904, I will sell to the lugliest bidder at puh lio outer j, before the Court House door In Camden, >8, C., within the legal hours of sale, on the first Monday in December 1004, the following described Real Estate: All that tract of land In Kershaw County, 8. <3., containing: fifty-one (51) acres, more or less, about twelve miles North of Camden, bounded North by lands of Robert Smyri, East by lands of A, C. McDowall, South by lands for merly of E*tate of George Stratford, West by lands of A. W. Watts, the same conveyeo ty J. C. Man by deed or L. A, Wittowisky, Master, dated March 18th, 1008. All that tract of land, situated In Kershaw County, S. C. about twelve miles North of Camden, containing one hundred (100) acres, more or less, as shown bv plat of C.C. llaile. Survey or, bounded North by lands of A. J. McDowall, Eest and South by lands formerly of S. J. Barnes, now of L*?vi Kirkland and J. S. Tram ham. West by lands formerly of 8. J. Barnes, now of Sugar Dinkuis. All that traot of land in Kershaw County, S O., about miles North of Camden, containing one bun* dred and fifty (ISO) acres, more or lets', bounded North by lands of estate of J. K. Kirkland, East by lands of Moore, South by lands of Fannie McDowell, West by lands of Martha J. Rush, con veyed to J. C. Man by Martha J. Rush by deed recorded in Clerk's office Ker shaw County, Book "BR,** page 520. All that tract of land, situated in Kershaw County, S. C.. about thirteen miles North of Camden, containing ninety. nine and and one-half (09),) acres, more or less, bounded North by lands of the estate of Win. Salmond, East by lands of the eft a tea of John O Shaylor, South by lands of Charles Samuels, West by lands formerly of Ciples, lots 20 of Cinles traot, contain ing 46 acres and adjacent lot oontain fngM % acres, conveyed by W. C. Brown to Jtio. C. Man by deed record ed iu Clerk's office. Book 4*RR." Page 48. All that parcel of land, at Liberty Ilill, Kershaw County, S. C.. contain ing nine and three-quarters (9 \ ) acres, more or less, with buildings thereon, bounded North, East and West by lands now or formerly of A. P. Brown, South by lauds of J. G. Richards, the same conveyed by Adam Hancock to J. C. Man by deed recorded iu Clerks office. Book "OO" Page 88* Traot of one hundred and seven and one half (107 H) lores more or less, in West Wateree, Kershaw County, bounded North by lands of Samuel Gibson, East by lands formerly of V. 8. Jordan, South and West by lands of Howen, the same conveyed by Krank Brown to J, C. Man, by deed recorded iu Clerk's office. Book "NN," Page 662. Two acres in West Wateree, Kershaw County, S. C. bounded North and East by lands formerly of McRae, South by State rsad, West by Gillis Ditch, on which formerly the Distillery of Lang and Man was located, and conveyed to J. C. Man by Tlios. J. Kirkland, Specinl Master, under order of Court, by deed dated Aug. 8rd, 1807. Terms of sale : one half cash balance in one year, secured by bond of pur chaser and mortage of premises, with privilege to purchaser to pay a greater portion in cash. Resale in case of non compliance with bid at risk of bidder. J. B. PIIEMM. Probate Judge K. C. Money To Loan* On improved farm lands in Kershaw Cnunty. On loans lip to $1,000, 8 per cent. On sums over that Amount 7 per cent. No commissions charged. L. A. Wittkowsky, Camden, 8. C. or C. Is. Winkler, 45 Broadway. New York. Notice To Contractors* South Carolina, Kershaw County. Notice is hereby given that the coun ty Commissioners of Kershaw County will let to the I ?west responsible binder a contract for the construction of a Court House for said County, at Cain den. rt. C. Bids will be received to Deo. 17, mot. at IS o'clock. All bids will be received and the right is reserved to reject any and all bids. J. M. Howell, County Supervisor Camden, 8. C. Just a word to Farmers The Union Warehouse Co. of Columbia, S. C. is prepared to STORE COTTON IN Standard warehouses and to arrange Proper Cash Advances if you desire to hold your cotton. Details will be gladly sup plied if you address The Union Warehouse Co. Columbia, S. C. On** ?cttt ?? . .w. . ^ >re tf? Fall Trimmings. Our stock ra-tpmplete. Jets, Spangles, Silk Applique* in*White and beautiful Persian effects. Bilk and Mohair braids. b Dress Making Department. v Miss B. Ro*en has charge of our?Dress Making Depart ment. {Those desiring new Fall costumes should not delay placing orders and engaging time. It is hardly necessary to comment on the ability of our Modiste in charge. I Fall Millinery. Preparations are being made for our Grand Opening, notice of wbich will appear later. New ideas will be shown in this department as soon as shown in New York. It will be correct both in fashions and in prioes. Exclusive Agent We havo a full stock of tbe Famous Gentemerl Gloves in' all shades and sizes. Guaranteed to give satis faction. Try a pair and be convinced. SHOES. SHOES. We are sole agents for H. C. GOODMAN & CO*S. Fa mous Brand Shoe. Every pair guaranteed. Also agents for SALZ ROYAL BLUE Shoes, which brand onrries the same guarautee. In the VAL DUTTENHORFER Shoe, we curry a full line and complete stock and are again sole agents for this city and county. ( Come around and ask as to ?how you one of those High Art Suits Of Strous3 & Bros. and give us a chance to prove our good taste in selecting this famous make of ready made garments. We believe in them ourselves, and after you wear them, you grow as enthusiastic about them as we are. Wa give you an Iron Clad Insurance Poli cy with every suit. INSURED * CLOTTfiNO; House Furnishing Goods. Our stock is the most complete ever shown in this mar See us before purchasing anything in Art Squares, fs, Carpets or Matting. ?ur nsw ^all ^ir^e oj ^lelson fjjate. you see .Ihem you will buy them. HIRSGb PRO?. ? GO. DRY GOODS VALUES We Are Selling Now. 42 inch Brocadines, all colors worth 40c. The yard - * 25c Double width Figured Worsted, lllue, Purple, Brown, Red Black Etc, a splendid value at lOc Trecot Flannel for waists all the leading colors, The yard 25c 44 inch all wool Cheviots in all Shades good value 75c The yard ? 50c 54 inch Repelants worth 75c reduced The yard 50c 44 inch Whip Cords in all leading shados The yard 50c 46 inch Black Taffeta Silk, guaranteed. The yard SI. 45 Ladies $1.00 Kid Gloves in all colors Per pair 75c Study These Prices. j Mens Good $8.00 Suit* $0, fiO Mens Good $10.00 Suits {ft 7. HfZ John B. Stotsons $5.00 Hats $3. M Mens White Oxford Shirts worth 85c, Now fiOc. Overcoats for Men and Boys Lowest Prices ? Our Low Priced Clothing is so full of Goodness that we are proud to have you tell your friends you honyht them at Thv Hub. The reason why you see the Majority of economical buyers in The Hub is because it is the Cheapest Store . T H E H U B M. BARUCH, MANAGER. j BRAND NEW STOCK OF FALL and WINTER GOODS. I take pleasure in calling j'our special attention to some of my great bargains in Men's Suits. My Great Specialty being: an 88.OO Suit. Also, I have a large lino of Youths and Boy's Suits at prices as low as the lowest. ? Quality equal to the best. Everything in this line guaranteed. SPECIAL BARQA1NS IN WINTER CLOTHINQ until January 1st. In addition 1 have the largest and most complete stock of dry goods of all de scriptions, clothing, hats, gents and ladies furnish ings, and everything that goes to make up a com plete stock in my various lines. When yon are in need of * '? ** Anything 111 the lines mentioned call on D.WOLFE. Special Bargain Sale, of Baby Go-Carts and Baby Carriages. The Famous "Whitney Make." I hereby announce that for the remainder of this week, I am offering special bargains in Baby Go-Carts and Baby Carriages. Those are all Hub ber-Tirod and, Durability Guaranteed. Call Quick and secure a Rare Bargain. W. GEISENHEIMER.