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I PERSONALS | MIsb Betty Brown will go to Union next Thursday for a visit to her friend, Miss Frances Nicholson. * * * Miss Pauline Jones Marlon returned Monday from Itock Hill, where she visited Miss Caroline Heath during the oratorical and athletic contests. * * * Mr. B. B. Horton spout Friday in ! York vile and ltock Hill. * # * # Mr. J. Harry Foster of Rock Hill ( was hero on business today. * * * Mr. and Mrs. R. E. Wylie are in Yorkville, wiiere they will be the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas F. McDow during the sessions of Bethel Presbytery. * * * Miss Eva Hough returned yesterday from Hock Hill, where she spent the week-end with her sister, Mrs. E. E. Cloud. # * * Col. Leroy Springs left Sunday night for Memphis to attend the nineteenth annual meeting of the American Cotton Manufacturers' Association, which convened in that city yesterday. He was accompanied by Mrs. Springs. * Dr. L. D. Ingram, Thomas Beaty and Dr. A. A. McManus of McBee were in town Monday. * * * Hon. J. Copeland Massey of Kershaw was a visitor here "Monday. ir it IT Mrs. Martha Mackey of Heatli Spring Is visiting her son, Mr. H. It. Mackey, who is recuperating from his recent illness. * * * Mrs. J. H. \V. Stevens is the guest of her son, Mr. Walter M. Stevens. * * * Mr. Don Mahaffey of Great Falls visited his mother, Mrs. Maggie Mahaffey, who returned with him to his home this week. * * * Judge Ernest Moore left Sunday for Greenwood, where he is holding court this week. * - * * Messrs. Don Pettus and D. S. Wilson of the Belair section were in town Monday. * * ,* Messrs. J. A. Hyatt of W. N. Ashe of Van Wyck were here on business Monday. * * # lion. W.vl>. Clyburn of Hail Gold 11 Mine was in town Monday. CHILDItKN'S DAY KXKHC ISFS. I'rcshj tor'an Sunday School Holds Mission Knlly. A congregation which filled the auditorium of the Presbyterian church Sunday afternoon enjoyed thoroughly the Home Mission program carried out by the children of the Sundny school. The church was darkened and a single light gleaming from a tall lighthouse cleverly designed by Mr. John H. Poag, the popular and efficient superintendent, shone on the faces of the children and also carried out the idea of the "Light of the World," which was the keynote of the program. A cho'i of ten voices, accompanied by Mr. Thomas Heaty on the organ and Miss Mildred Green and Mr. R. M. McDermid on the violin, made sweet music. Then there were recitations and responsive readings, as well as other attractive numbers. Spring ) flowers were used In abundance and added a pleasing decorative touch, so appropriate to tho season and to the occasion. The ouperlutendent, ^ Mr. Poag, and his competent teachers, are to be congratulated upon the success of the service. "CINDERELLA" AT THE STAR. Gave Pleasure to Old Folks as Well m Children. Among a number of good pictures shown recently at the Star Theatre, "Cenderella," the fanciful fairy story, which Is such a favorite with children, has been perhaps the most pleasing. This was presented yesterday with Mary Pickford In the title role and her husband, Owen Moore, as "Prince Charming." Both of these movie idols are quite popular with old and young and the set, ting for tho play was charming. Manager Parr is to be congratulated upon tho presentation of this excel*' lent picture. ^ Tho many friends of Dr. R. I,. Frank Kee are anxious because of his serious illness with pneumonia. If is parents and his uncle, I)r. T. J. ' Strait, have been summonded to his bodsUle. Swat tho First Fly. Swat the first fly, and there will tn? Inn* th*t much less swatting to - do later on.?Anderson Mall. Social News In honor of Misses Elizabeth Finley of Yorkville and Araininta Holconibe of Danville, Va., the guests of the Misses Wylie, Mrs. Leroy Springs entertained at a delightful informal party of two tables Thursday afternoon. The table prizes, bridge scorus were won by Misses Nannie Hill Moore and Elizabeth Finley, and to each of the guests of honor Mrs. ; Springs gave two decks of cards, i After the rames refreshments in two dainty courses -were served. * * * Miss Hetty Brown was hostess of the Girls' Auction Bridge Club Friday morning and the members of this club, as well as a few other guests, enjoyed a pleasant morning. After a series of exciting games, Miss Nannie Hill Moore was declar- ; ed the winner of the club prize, a : deck of cards, and Miss Araminta Holcombe of Danville, Va., the guest prize, a bridge set. During the j morning hours the hostess served an elaborate salad course with tea. * # * Another very enjoyable affair of the past week was Mrs. Hazel Witherspoon's meeting of the Friday Af- I ternoon Book Club. In the living rbom of Mrs. Wltherspoon's home, in which the club assembled, an interesting discussion of current events and a critical study of "The Tempest' took place. When the literary discussions were over, a helf hour In lighter vein was enjoyed during which delicious refreshments in two courses were served. Master James Witherspoon assisted in this pleasant duty. * * * Mrs. L. C. Payseur's reception Saturday afternoon in honor of Mrs. Leroy Springs was the largest affair of the spring season, and most enjoyable. Mrs. T. M. Hughes greeted the callers at the door and her atetractiva young daughter and namesake. little Miss Eugenia Hughes, received the cards. The hostess, wearing a handsome gown of black lace over white, and the guest of honor, lovely in an imported white lace gown with touches of pink, received with the following: Mrs. Ernest Moore, Mrs. Ira 11. Jones, Mrs. T. Y. Williams, Mrs. Hugh R. Murchison and Mrs. James H. Thayer, each gowned in becoming dresses of various pastel shades. In the dining room Miss Annie Gregorv and Mrs. Walter M. Stevens fecelvi ed and here pink and white ice cream ' cr.ke and mints were served. Misses Lucia Murchison and Laura Gilbert | Williams pinned dragon flies of every hue on the guests as they left the dining room. In the hall Misses jjslargaret and Nannie Hill Moore served punch. Mrs. Ola 1'. Gutling at the piano, accompanied by Mr. R. M. McDermid on the violin furnished music which added greatly to the i pleasure of the guests. About fifty women called during tlio afternoon and enjoyed this charming affair given by Mrs. Payseur, who is always such a successful hostess. THE TRADE BOOSTER. Work Begun !ji:tc Friday Al'ier:icoii. Fair weatliei is predicted and all is in readiness l^r Merchants Trade Week. The prospects for a successful undertaking are good and mil' js all signs fail many people will visit the county seat this week. We regret that Governor Manilla*, ?%h'i had been invited to cpexit here Jaturdaj, finds It impossible to leave Columbia and has had to postpone his visit to us. He has promised M come to Lancaster at a later date. Although the governor cannot be present other attractions will bo of interest to the visitors, Frlnay nod Saturday will be the two big days and tiic horse show, the aeroplane flights, |>an concerts are only a few of the inducements Lancaster has to offer. Read tnis "Booster Special" and you will .And out that other good things are in store for you here. This special edition is the work of only a few days, having been started only last Friday afternoon. We wish to acknowledge here the help of Secretary Ellison, whose co-operation with us mad j this edition possible upon such short notice. A Correction. In the big advertisement that is carried for Robinson-Cloud Company in this issuo there is a big mistake in the price of one of their specials for Dollar Days. The item referred to is "Embroidery Flouncing, 20 Inches wide, worth 25c yard; Dollar Days, 20 yards for $1.00." This should havo been ten (10) yards for a dollar. C'Hrd of Thank*. Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Ellis wish to express their heartfelt thanks to1 their friends of the Mill Village for j their kindness and attention Riven j them during the severe Illness and I subsequent death of their little bo;-. | TilK LANC ASTKR NEWS. :t | !: LOGALDOTS I t < v < ! ?Friends of Mrs. Daisy Hasseltlne will regret to learn that she still remains critically ill at the Fennell Infirmary. She was stricken with Brlght's disease and little hope is' entertained for her recovery.?Rock Hill Record. i | * * * I ?The many friends of Mayor J. j M. Hood will regret to learn that he | Is confined at home with grippe. -ft- * * ?Mr. Quay llood has sufficiently j recovered from his recent attack i pneumonia to be out again. * * * ?Mr. R. J. Lowery of Kershaw county, who lias been visiting tii? j ^ daughter, Mrs. Wylic Wright, at Heath Springs, was in town today. In renewing liis subscription to The News ,he said, of the several papers I he takes, "The News is the best." " * * * ?Cotton planting on the red lands of Lancaster county is now in progress. Much work has been done I on the farms this week. * * * ?On the invitation of the organist of the First Haptist church, Mrs. ? Ola P. Catling delighted the congregation with a short organ recital Sunday night. * * * ?Rev. H. R. Murchison and Mr. 1? i.- Wviio v? -- ... .... iii lurKvme repre-i senting the Lancaster Presbyterian church at the spring meeting of j i Bethel Presbytery. * * * ?Mr. George \\*. Williams has been con lined at home for the past several days on account of sickness. * * * ?Mr. W. It. Elliott, of Winnsboro, district Held agent of the I'nlted States department of agriciil- ( tare, is in Lancaster county this week. ' * * * John MeCollough, a well known " negro who worked for many years! in the employ of the Crawford j Brothers drug store at this place, died yesterday from the effects of pneumonia. Jim was a quiet, reliable negro who was well liked by both white and black "LANCASTER LEADS." 0 Our Entrants Bring Home Many Trophies From Catawba Meet. The five Lancaster contestants wjio entered the Catawba Interscholastic Oratorical and Athletic Contests, held at Rock Hill Friday night and Saturday, brought home a silver trophy cup, four medal? and two third prizes. This is a rec- , ord of which all of us should bo i proud. First of Jill in the oratorical contest, Miss Mary Locke Barron, j grand-daughter of Sheriff John P. Hunter, not only won a handsome Cold' me fin 1 for linr brought home also a handsome loving cup, which, it won two other times in succession by the Lancaster school, will become the property of [ the school. All who heard young I Miss Hnrron recite are enthusiastic j in praise of her delivery of the prizeNvinning selection, the bear story by James Whitcomb Iiiley. She spoke onsiiy and with clear enunciation i and was most graceful. Special mention should also b<? | made of the declamation, "Southward, Ho!" by Malcolm Williamson, another contestant from the Lancas- | ter high school. Although he was not awarded a prize, his delivery won for him many compliments and tremendous applause. Those who have heard Mr. Williamson speak ' can appreciate the fact that he was well received. Another easy victor in the con Aests was Mr. Eugene Hough whose ,. athletic prowess la quite remarkable "Gene" won the bronze medal .given as first prize, for the 100-yard dash, as well as the flrst prize bronze i medal for the 220-yard dash. These I rwere the only events "Gene" entered and the other schools have rea-' ^ son to be glad that he only entered the two. 1 J. W. Craig, another splendid athlete, won first place In the run- . nlng high Jump, a coveted distlnc-, J tion, as well as third place In the half-mile race. Mr. Craig's jump- 1 Ing has won the admiration of all who have seen him compete and his records aro wonderful. i Deserving of special mnetion nl ;o Is Walter Evans, who when slightly In the lend In the 120-yord low hurdle race, and but Ave yards from the goal, tripped and foil, only to rise at once and tie for third place. Ho ^ ran over and won tnird place in leas time than the winner of the first . place. Mr. Evans has pluck, perseverance an 1 swiftness and is to be 1 congratulated upon his achieve- J ment. APRIL 13, 1915 MERCHANTS7! And Snrin Bell's Lot, Opposite L. caster, ? ENTIRE COMMEN Monday, A\ All Attractions I Greater Shee: FEATURE EXTRAQRD an parts ui uic worm, zaj c TANGO GIRLS?Miniature Music Funny Comedians. Neat, Clear TOCRACY-Up-to-Datt: Minstrel ! srs. Something New and diff FIRE W0R1Q DOLLETA, Smallest Hui Sheesley s World's Tourec -v * v 4 "",r ';v 5>* Y | ^ / . r I FREE SPECIAL EXTI Aeroplam WEDNESDAY AND F THE MOTORDROME?Motorcycl by death-defying Riders. 20 IN -11 at. - 1J OA C RADE WEEll g Fiesta B jp_ n r* J. i ? UC V. JL/CJJUl, Ldn-? week! OVG ==ss=== 1 on/ 12th. 1 "urnished by ^ INARY SUPREME I i Wild Animal Show i i J\ ' l^lf# w* \$ y * / niiimi ?WI>iiljBitiii \ FREE IA SPECIAL > Flights DinAV AX Mnnw iviiyn. i ni nv/v^ii le races on a saucer track 1?Living Curiosities from >hows for One Admission, al Comedies, Pretty Girls, i, Refined. 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