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?T"*eTfcomas-tollard Affair. ^ " ??p from tfi?i in tiie aatl Coarier of Oct. 1st : f^r. Thomas accase?l Ex. County Gaillard of intentional, ! frainF in eoncealing u letter trow the Irby, commit ,x?ntling the operado?r%f cer danses -of the new constitution lifted by the Tilhnanites in the State Convention, and charg ier. Gaillard with saying he had u seen the circular when he""ha?Ti ?iLn ^ ^THOMAS* IM. [COLUMBIA, & C;i "Ock 1st, I8$0. : | Gapi. P. P. (pliant: My Dear Sir : in the News and Courier a .. of my remarks last ^iglii be* i rthe State ?xecot?ver Committee which i accused yon of perpetra Erand on the people of Sumter _ in relation to the Irby circa * ?e?er. The report is not true. I it is true that yon the Chair of the whole Democracy con jealed the letter from one Action of j t Democracy to benefit the other it was a fraud of which the should usotpve you the bene X am dear sir. Yours;very trolt, : -?%ned."j : ' H. R. Thomas. C-CO?NTY CHAIRJf ax gaillard, of StfMTER, EXPLAINS .WHEN axd H^W HB RECEIVED. XT. ' -Tte tte Editor of the News and In your issue oi this date 1 that Mr. H. R. Thomas said be tbe executive committee which in Columbia at 8 o'clock P. on the 39th; nit that I had reeeiv [ a notice of J. L. M. Irby and to the committee here that I |fca4 not received itZ Now, so far as County is concerned, I care little what MtreTlioaias says, for people here who know Ware not to I>e*ieve that I woul^do such but as it has been published ps* The News awlCourier, please give [?ne space'to ex^ati^th?s matter. On the 20th jSay of August^ 1890. county executive. committee met and I wai^ke??by' ^one of the members, Mr. 1^ Tturok, if I had ! ^?ce?ved any nottcejironi Mr. J-L. M. ' ifby, to which I repUedJhat 1 had ^received ik>communication whatever, i?4 I also stated the fact several to many.otbers ttiat I had not received any^mmunicatioD from the new State chairman or his secretary, and believe J 2went on to say that I ?td not recognne^Miy Irby as chair man and here?tet me say that even if I had received it my reply would have fceen the same. On the 28th day of August, ?890, an adjourned meeting was held by the same executive com mittee, and while I do not remember |; sayi?g anything about it at this meeting, st?H if I had been asked ! then I would have replied that I had ' no communication from Mr. Irby or bissecreta'-y. On the day following I think, I foond a idt of circulars on my desk, pet there by my clerk, Mr. Moran, and among them was the cir . cular printed and signed by order :\ John L. M. Irby,-Bellinger, sec retary. Th? post mark on the ad dressed side was Barnwell August 23, and on th?. other side 'Received Semter, ? C, Augost 25,' and that was the first time I ever saw it and threw it back on my desk, where it remained until the 9th day oi Septem ber, when Mr. L?e. in conversation, said he would ! i ke to see one of those eireuiars. i then told him just what I hare written above, and said I do not even think lean lind it, but after a careful search did find it and gave it to him, remarking : 'But we can't take any advantage of this as it has never been before the committee.' Mr. Thomas bad along talk with me on Monday, September 22, ttk? if he had asked me then about this matter 1 would have explained it to him. Dr. Hngteon, at Columbia, before the committee on credentials of the last State Convention, offered to explain this matter, but it was not asked for, 80 he tells me, and it does seem to me that Mr. Thomas could easily have gotten this before, but he did not want it, and I do not believe that even he thought I had suppressed iL \ Respeefully, v- P. P. Gaillard, Ex. Chairman Dem.* Ex. Com. Sum ter Co. Sumter, October I. ????^? A Dangerous Newcomer. A physician informed an Augusta Cbroniele reporter that w ithin the last few days two eases of peculiar poison ing had come under his observation. Is both eases the sufferers were ladiee and they were prostrated by the bite of a small insect about the size of a cricket. The physicians were rather puzzled at the appearance of the aggressive insect. When viewed through a micro scope it resembled a buffalo, being heavy, and in contour having m?eb the appear ance of that animal. It is known as a buflklo worm or bug. Its bite is in flicted by a pair of muscular incisors, and the poison injected is of extreme virulence. In both eases spoken of the ladies bitten were thrown into con vulsions from the excruciating pains thai were felt simultaneously with the bite. Toe bog or worms in both cases were encountered under shrubbery, from which they were supposed to have fallen. - - A call.was issued for the meeting of a convention of negroes in Colombia c ibe 15th instant. The object of tue gathering is outlined in the following pargraph in the call ; "The uncertain condition of political affairs in this State seems to mak<: this an opportunenime to meet and discuss oar rights, grievances, needs and ap prehensions, to direct onr thoughts and energies to an improvement of our eon dition, to awaken a race pride and stimajate a needed public opinion wfcieb will protect us from evils and dangora We are oonvioeed such an assemblage of moral, intelligent and disinterested oegroes will not only bare a good effect, but accomplish much in promoting the interest of our people, and may even lead to some organized movement of far-reaching consequences. If the American manufacturer can a plow and ship it to South America/and sell if for nine dollars, why sfcewJd he charge the American /armer eighteen dollars for that same f*ow? ; 1.. '1 ~*m>~+ t 1 ii If/?a are suffering with weak or inflamed eyes, ocgranulated eyelids, job can be cared by ssiog Dr. J. H. McLean's Streogtbeoiog Ryefafve, Tloct Killing of Capt. P. Sk\ Wan namaker. ;- ? -Orangkb?bg. OcV ?--Capt, F. M. Wannamaker died at his home aC St. Matthews at 3.30 o'clock this morning from the result of the *ound inflicted ^yesterday afternoon, ?ai?ros' quietly in Jail i ted by a few friends, borne the reputation of He is foreman of the grand jury of the county for the present year. Capt. Wannamaker leaves a widow and several children to mourn his untimely fall. The office of Lath rop & Wannamaker in this city, was closed to-day, with badges of crape upon, the door. He was a law-partner of Abial Lathrop, district attorney There were three eye witnesses to the tragic occurrence, and their testimony in substance is : Thai yesterday after noon Capt. Wannamaker, who bad been sitting and Teading a paper in East's store, got, up walked oat on the street, when in a few. minutes, he met Her long, : who ; was coming across the s tree; from Aotley's store. Capt Wannamaker said to Herlong that he (Herlong) had circulated a false report concerning the Talbert meeting throughout the county, and that he had tied. - Herlong replied that anybody that said he had told a lie, had lied. Capt. Wannamaker said that he thought it his doty to tell him what sort of a fellow he was, and having done so he was now done with it. The testimony plater on was that Capt Wannamaker had cursed Herlong; called him a liar, a half negro and a low, degraded wretch. Herloog made no further reply and some one said : 'Lets all go aod get a drink," and Capt. Wannamaker, Mr. Winges, Mr. Tresevant and others walked off. Her long followed. Capt. Wannamaker went about 20 yards before he noticed Herlong follow ing. He then turned, and said : "You are following me np to out me," then Herlong rushed toward Capt. Wanna maker and cut him, Capt. Wannamaker striking at Herlong at the same time with his fist ; the blow and tbe cut being about simultaneous. At this moment a pistol was handed Capt. Wannamaker by a friend, but he said : "No ; I am not cut badly, and I do not wish to shoot him," and thereupon turning off started to fall, but was caught by several of those present, and carried to Weatherhorn's store. In the mean time, several men were holding Herloog, having pulled him off as soon as he made the cut. In reply to a question by one of the 'jurors, one of the witnesses said that when Capt. Wannamaker asked Her long if be was following him up to out him. Herlong replied. "Yes.". One of the witnesses said that just before he was cut Wannamaker took out of his pocket a medium sise pocket knife, but afterward closed it, but the witness was not certain whether he returned it to his pocket or not. This was at tbe time that some one proposed to go and take a drink. The prisoner, Mr. M L. Herlong is calm, though evidently distressed. He said in reply to a question that he had acted in self defence, and declined to make any further statement whatever He is a man of medium good looks aod size, weighing about 165 pounds and is about 40 years old. He lives about six miles from St Matthews in the Fall Bran et section. He farms He has a wife and sis children* Capt. Wannamaker was in his fifty sixth year, and weighed about 145 pounds. Captain Wannamaker it is said oar ried ?10.000 insurance on his life. He was a member of the Knights of Honor. ? YOUNG LIFE SP ABED. Wbitfield Morrell who was convicted of '.he murder of Preston Yonce at tbe last Novem ber term of court in Edgefiaid Count y was to have been |returned to Edgefield cn last Thursday, for execution on the following cay. Tbe Governor commuted tbe sentence on Saturday last, to life imprisonment in the Penitentiary. His action in tbe matter was based upon the petition of ten of the jurors (.who tried tbe case?one of them being dead aod tbe other inaccessible, but their re commendation to mercy at the time of their verdict was o nan i mous. There were letters written recommending commutation by Judge Norton aBd 'Solicitor Nelson and petitions signed-by -2,100 people. A petition witb 900 signatures including that of Capt. B. R. Till man was also filed opposing it. The Oo ver nor acted principally upon the recommendation of the jury to mercy. Tbe law is that while such recommendations bave no legal effect tbe prisoner on trial ought not to be deprived of tbe benefit it might have witb tbe executive. Sheriff Rowan of Ricbland, too, has spoke a highly of the young man's patience and forti tude during his confinement in the Columbia jail. ^ Ellery M. Brayton has sent to tbe National Bepublican Executive Com mittee a statement embodying his claims to the regular nomination for Congress from the Seventh District. In it he denounces some of the delegates to tbe nominating convention as renegades and corrupt traitors, and states that he bad a clear majority of tbe delegates and that his opponent, Thomas Miller, j was declared nominated before a perms I nent organization was effected. The Democrats can look oo this family fight with a good deal of satisfaction. The Darlington Manufacturing Co., have filled tbe order which they re ceived from Shanghai, China, for six car-loads of their1 shirtings, and have since obtained a second order from tbe same place for about five hundred bales. ?Darlington News. On Wine. Dry wine is the only healthful wine from the fact of its containing no sugar and little alchol. * Claret should be drank at a temperature of from 65 to 75 degrees. The decrease of drunkenness in California is due to the use of wine. Physicians in this city are recommending A. P. Levy's claret. Cheap wine with French labels is no wine at all, simply coloring matter, acids, tannin and water. Drink borne production which is pure, at A. P. Levy's. Always drink claret witb meat. OUR VERY BEST PEOPLE. Confirm our statement when we any that Acker's English Remedy is in every way superior to any and al' other preparations for the Throat and Lung--. In Woooping Cough and Croup it is ma^ic and relieves at once. We offer you a sample bottle free. Remember, tbis Remedy is sold on a positive guarantee by J. F. W. DeLorme. 3 - ? I I ? Bueklen's Arnica Salve. The Best Salve in tbe world for Cuts, Braises Sores. Ulcers, Rait Rheum, Fever Sores, Tetter, Chapped Hands Chilblains, Corn* and all Skin Eruptions, and positively cures Piles, or no pay required. It is guaranteed to give per fect satisfaction, or money refunded. Price 25 cents per box. For aale by J. F. W. De Lorme. _ _ o "h goes right to tbe spot," said an old man, who was robbing io Dr. J. H. McLean's Volcanic Oil Liniment to relieve rheumatism. vloct Desires, through the medium of the Press, to extend their thanks to a gener ous public for their liberal patronage for the past 8 years. It has ever been their purpose and desire to serve their friends and patrons with the best goods for a small percentage* and again they come before them with greater inducements than heretofore. Just here we would express our gratitude especially to the farming com munity, ? large number of whom have given us their trade for two or more seasons, and we assure them that their confidence and patronage is appreciated, and will instill a greater desire on our part to guard their interest. Our Mr. Neill O'Donnell spent a very profitable month in the Metropolis of America, selecting such a stock as his well known taste dictated for our market, and has placed before his customers an elaborate display of Dress Goods of every fabric, ranging in price from 10c. to $1.50 per yard. Of course you will have to see-'these goods to appreciate them. Especial attention is directed to our stock of BLACK DRESS GOODS, consisting in part of Black Gros Grain Silk, Silk and Wool Hen riettas, and all-Wool Henriettas with a rich satin finish, and a large assortment of Cashmeres and Armures. For house wear, we are displaying a larger line of Ging hams this season than usual. The real value of this class of goods is being realized, being but a trifle in excess of an ordinary print "To the violet thou com pares t Pbillis, in thy Gingham Dress" Another new design this season is the Japanese Serge for house dresses. Also Ottoman Plaids and Stripes. Cloaks, Newmarkets, Wraps and Plush and all-wool Jackets. - , Complying with the season, this department offers some special items in "top garments" of fall weights, bearing every merit of fashion and the indispensable virtue of price. While it may be too early to interest you in "weighty wraps" they are on exhibition, and an early examination may benefit your later judgment ; A large assortment of Misses' Cloaks from 4 to 17 years, at unheard of figures. Carpets, Rugs, Druggets and Mattings. We ask the especial attention of the ladies to this depart ment We have a nice line of Brussels, three-ply, ingrain and lower grades. We are offering Rugs from 80 cents to $10.00 each. A choice selection of Fancy Seamless Matting. Our Shoe Stock this season is immense, and having placed our orders early in the summer, we have the advantage, of at least 20 per cent of those who bought later. Our stock was bought from Substan tial and practical manufacturer, and we will not be undersold. An invoice -of 400 pairs of E. P. Reed & Co's celebrated kid button boots for Ladies' and Misses' wear, just received, and every pair guaranteed. Also E. P. Reed & Co's "Waukenphast" kid button boots for Ladies, low walking heels, and a conform ing shank, which fits the foot closely, but easily, We are also offering an unusually large stock of Gents' French Calf Congress and Lace Shoes, handmade, and machine sewed. The school season is again -upon us and we offer to the trade bargains in Misses' and Children's Spring-heel Goat Shoes for school purposes. And last, but not least, the dandiest little shoe for the Baby you ever saw. Our Clothing and Gents' Furnishing Goods department is simply complete. 200 Dozen Hats for Men Youths and Boys at half their value to select from. Groceries. Our spacious Ware-rooms are just crowded with goods of every description and the shelves are groaning with luxuries of every kind. Plantation Supplies a Specialty. We will handle again the approaching season a few brands of high grade Fertilizers (such as are known to be so) and desire our friends to see us before placing their orders. ODONNELL & GO. Main Street, one dcor North of Court House. Out 1. & CHANDLER, CLOTHIERS, HATTERS Ai FURNISHERS. Fall of 1890. We desire to call the attention of all Parents to the fact that we will, within the next ten days, hare oyer 500 Boys and Children's Suits which we bought at a sacrifice, and they will be sold at prices impossible to duplicate anywhere else in the State. Bear in mind this lot of Clothing is composed of Choice Styles. No shoddy goods or old stock in the lot. They range in price from $2.00 to $10.00 per Suit. We also hare a large lot of 23c. to $2.00 each. Respectfully, iple Hats from BROWN & CHANDLER. Sept. 3, 1890 YOUR DOLLAR WHERE IT WILL D FOR YOU. You shall I will give you the full limit in Quantity, Quality and Value for It. have Style, Variety and Merit to choose from. The usual stock of the season. Guaranteed reasonable. Come right in and you will find MEN'S, YOUTH'S, BOYS AND CHILDREN'S U?i?forella? Goods, &e. At very Low Prices. Job Lots of Coats and Vests. Big line of Extra Pants, very cheap. Special Bargains in Underwear and Children's Clothing. Don't Forget the Place. MAIN STREET, SUMTER, S. C. 9 September 17?L