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.f I \ The Press and Banner. ABBEVILLE, S.C. Wednesday, June 12, 1889. The lSirri and a Newspaper. A few weeks ngo the Press and Manner made mention of the fact through the care and skill of Engineer SyiUn lie had been enabled to run the passenger, roach, "Lucia." ot the cannon ball train lor more than thirty years, without its ever being oil the track, and now appreciating the fatherly care of .Mr. syfi.n and fearing no ill. a little wren lias built her nest on the baggage car of the cannon ball. We learn that she built, the nest while the car was in motion. "Yea, the sparrow hath found an house, and the swallow n nest for .' herself, where she may lay her young, even thine altars, O Lord of hosts, my King, and my God." "And there shall tie a tabernacle for a shadow in the day-tune from the heat, and for a place of refuge, and for a covert from the storm and the rain." In remembrance and in gratitude for the fact that the ravens of old brought Elijah bread and meat in the morning and in the evening, so may 1 lie worthy patriarch of the cannon ball protect the confiding wren from all harm, and let no evil come near to it by day or by night. Finders oi? Money anil Gold Watches. What is the use of going oir to hunt a for tune? Last Monday week Mr. A. J. Penney, watchman at the depot, picked up on our streets a roll of greenbacks containiug S^iO, On Tuesday Hill Williams, a colored man, picked up a gold watch on a street in another part of the town. The money was left with Dr. W. T. Penney, to llnd an owner. It was ascertained afterward that it belonged to J)r. J. T. Baskin, of Monterey. The colored man made no effort to tind an owner for the gold watch which he found, but it was learned that he had found a gold watch. Mr. Riley, town marshal, went to him, and asked him if he had found a watch. He answered In the a (Urinative, and on demand, drew it out of his pocket, where he had it safely wrapped up in a rag. The watch was Miss Norwood's, and was promtly returned to the owner. Court. Although Abbeville county presented at this session of the Court the largest docket that we have ever had, yet all the criminal business of the work was finished by Friday morning, when the prisoners were sentenced, and the Sessions Court adjourned. The remainder ol t he day and Saturday until twelve o'clock, was taken up in hearing orders, and in doing such other work as the Court could do in the absence of a jury. The sentences of the Court were merciful and just. It seems to us that some of the sentences which have been, in times past, imposed upon convicts were a greateroliences than the crimes for which the convicts suffered. The Klg: .Mortgage. The Mortgage of the G., C. & X. Railroad, includes the main line, side tracks, switches, engines, cars, Vhops, &c? between Monroe and Atlanta. The Cumberland Gap road was, we believe, mortgaged several years ago, for several millions. ?? The County Commissioners having had neat boxes put in 'he Auditor's office, for holding papers and in the Clerk's oflice needed shelves for books have been put up. The Court room and the jury rooms have also been thoroughly cleaned. All of which work was needed. Some of the young men in town own o bateau on Long Cane Creek ai>otit four miles from thevilh'^e. It is quite a nice drive ami then a sail on the water Is a pleasant way to spend the afternoons. A party went out a few afternoons since and enjoyed it very much. A bundle of papers, stating accounts of Dad Herridon, Pat Young. W.K.Cunningham Fletch llodgas, Dave Magill and J. A. Arnold, with J. A. Hogen, was picked up last Sunday near the house of John H. Walker. If wanted, call at this office for them. Hon". W. H. Paiikkk, town farmer from Farmersville, sold over one hundred bushels of seed corn this Spring to country farmers. Mr. Parker has poor laud, but rich crops, that viplf! .'i h.anfl?nmp nrnflf rm thn mat nl production. The Farmers Alliance met at Abbeville last Saturday, We are sorry that no notes or minutes of their meeting are furnished, which we would gladly publish in the Press and lianncr. Mb. Thomas Harrison, who has been attending the John Hopkins University for the past winter, was on a visit last week to his brother. Dr. F. K. Harrison. Due West Commencement will take place week after next. The Semi-Centennial celebration is on Wednesday, the 20th. A larger crowd than ever is expected. McCokmick has one of the largest Temperance societies in the State. It Is well organized and has done a greatdeal of good for that portion of the county. Seining parties are becoming quite frequent with our young men. A largo party went toTrimbleShoals a lew night* since and were quite successful. Rev. Mr. Knox preached a very impressive sermon in the Court House last Sunday. He leaves for Statcsville, >!. C.. where he will preach this summer. Col. J. L. Our came to Abbeville last Thursday to hike pnrt in the Lyon-Mabry ease. As it was postponed he returned on the afternoon train. Relief has been sent to the Johstown sufferers from almost every city and town in Staff*. Contributions from Charleston alone filled six cars. Mr. William McMtktry returned home yesterday altera visit of a week in our town. He has postponed his visit to Ireland until next summer. Dr. Millek. of Due West, was In town on .Monday. He sacms to have entirely recovered from his recent illness, and Is once more himself. The Gordon will case has been decided, but we cannot this week give the particulars. Next week,'we hope to publish the decree in full. Mr. It. s. srarkman and Mr. D. A. F. Jorday, two of Greenwood's handsome young men paid Abbeville a visit Monday. Miss Elizabeth Moore of Mountain View, died last Sunday, of dropsy. Funeral Monday at Hell's church by Mr. Rerry. Mr. Avery Patton, of Greenville, spent several days in town last week. He is one of ?ireenville's prominent merchants. Mrs.Minnie Wilson*, and her children, left for Atlanta yesterday, where she expects to make her home in the future. jut. f*KAi/s nana some piano lias arrived. He intends fixing up a music room which will be a great addition to our town. Miss Maky Wiiitk, Miss Jennie White and Mr. Lambert White have gone to Newberry to spend some time. Mrs. Grovkr Ci.kvkF.ANI> Is taking lessons on the violin, and is now proficient with the "fiddle and the bow." Clerk T. L. Moore authorizes ur to say that he has received the pension warrants, aud is ready to deliver them. Mr. Si?arkman, and Mr. I). A. P. Jordan, of Greenwood, were honored visitors to AbIteville last Monday. Sowk of the farmers around town arc still replanting cotton. An experiment we hope to t?to turn out welt. Wk are sorry that wo are unable to get "K. S. G's" communication in this issue. It will appear next week. Maj. Kknkst Gary is visiting hts mother. The Major is always faithiu 1 and attentive to liis mother. Pkfsidknt Jkkfkiisox Davis, of the Conlederate Suites, celebrated hisSlst birthday on Juno 2nd. Miss Krancks Cat.houn passed through town on her way to Greenwood commencement. Tim mortgag? of the Georgia, Carolina and 2Cort hern road, has been recorded at Abbeville. Tick Old-field plum crop is very large this year. \Ve have seen only a few ripe peaches. Tin-: contract has been given tor the machinery for the oil and cotton seed factories. Arbkvim.k is now certain of a railroad. Work will begin about the middle ot July. Mns. I.i//.ik 1!Arrikox, of Midway, was the guest of Mrs. George White last week. Jcdgk I.yov and s. c. Cason, Ksq., are attending the Woflbrd Commencement. Dr. J.O. l.tnn?.ay will preachinthe Baptist church at Due West this evening. Mb. and Mrs. McIntosii, of Bordeaux, were visiting in town this week. Mr. W. X. Grayoon is spending this week with his mother in Greenwood. Miss Lkit.a Cowan of Due West spent Saturday shopping at our stores. Mr. Gkor'ji: Gamhrki.i. is attending Coiumencemelitat Spartanburg. Mr. Livscomr, from Columbia, came up for the convicts Monday. oi? last Thursday. Mr. 1). N. Garrison, of Due West, spent) /Sunday In 10v.11. Greenwood's commencement comes oil' J this week. Mr. A. YV. Smith lias the finest crop in the county. Mr. Mart Coleman visited our town last week. Mr. W. S. Corn rax is convalescent. Judge Corn ran* will make a silo. Mr. II. B. Livingsson is at home. Mr. McD. Cater lias been sick. A big stock of Mason's Class Fruit Jars. Just open. .Smith <? Son. ... ^ kk. * I THE CITY OF GREENWOOD. Her NplendM Female College?An Honor to Abbeville County. anil n Credit to the State?.ifany I.ocnh. (jRKKNW'oon, S. C., June 10,188.9. A splendid rain foil hereon Sunday Inst. Farmers are more hopeful now since the refreshing and life giving seasons have smiled on the parched crops. Miss Hattie Kwyirert after an extended visit with friends and relatives in Columbia and Charleston returned Saturday last. | visitors are com!njr in to attend the commencement of the Female College at this place. Our genial friend Mr. Louis Moore walked down town this morning with an air unusual of Importance and pride. He wore a sratfle on his face as broad as the top side of a circus tent and seemed in a mood that bespoke unusual hilarity and mirth. In fact our friend Mr. Moore could not contain himself. He wanted to lick the town?said he could throw down, out run. out knock, or out kick anything that would present its carcuss in front of him. Well to make a long tale short?it is a boy. _ ...... r -MISS IJCSSie Jllll 18 VlSIUUg IIICUUD ?s.ctlves in Greenville. Quite a number of our people attended the closiug exercises of the Ninety-Six High School last week. Capt. J. T. Parks went to Columbia Friday. Mr. James Nix, of Greenville, is visiting friends in the place. Owing to the scarscity of news, and thinking the valuable space of the Press and Banner would be filled with court matter we failed to send any communication last week, we hereby tender our apologies for our dereliction. Mr. Frank B. Cobb left yesterday to attend the commencement exercises of Woflbrd College. We learn since referring to the railroad schedule that Greenville is In easy connection with Spartanburg. "Ah there!" Mr. A. J. Sproles after a pleasant visit with his brother Mr. J. W. Sproles in this city left lor ills home in Newberry, Friday last. Hon. J. N. King, of Ninety-Six, was in the city Wednesday last. Mr. J. L. Andrews, of the interprlsing firm of Durst & Andrews, of Kirksey, was in the city one day last week. Mr. P. R. Jordan, of Augusta, is visiting relatives in this city. Capt. John Clarke, of Augusta, was In the city last week. Dr. W. B. Mlllwee went to Laurens last week. Mr. J. R. Wells informs us that his machinery for making brick is on the road and he with bis partner Mr. W. H. Mays expect to be moulding brick for the factory soon. They have taken the contract to build the factory at S8.50 per thousand. Miss Hattie McKellar is visiting friends in Augusta, Ga. Mr. R. A. Dyson, of Dysons, S. C., was in the city one day "as^ week prospecting for a suitable lot lo build. Mr. D. A. P. Jordan is again in the city. Mr. Tlios. H. Walker Is ott" for a trip to Philadelphia. Mr. W. E. Barmore, of Donalds, was in the city last week on a visit to his son-in-law Mr. Mayes. J. U Daley,of the South Atlantic, spent several days in our city last week, Capt. J. T. Youngblood returned Teusday last irom a visit to Wllliston, S. C. Mrs. Beauford Fant after spending several days with frleuds and relatives In mis place returned to his borne last Thursday. Mrs. \V. E. Beard and her sister Miss Annie Williams left last week for Kernersville, N. C.t where they go to spend the summer. The ladles of the Baptist church gave a rnuslcaie at the residence of Mr. J. K. Durst i.iet u'n.inoiiiiav nit?lit. Theatfair was cotten up in ii very short time. The concert was a success in every sense of the word, and was highly entertaining to the large audience. Mr. T. F. lilley our popular hotel proprietor informs us that he has received numerous communications from parties living off in some of ou{-largest southern cities in regard to obtaining board for the summer months. Greenwood is the place to spend tho summer months. It oilers all the attractions that could be needed by summer resorters. It is contiguous to one or two mineral springs and the locality of the town is healthfully situated. Greenwood oilers ether inducements besides that of a health resort. Her business outlook is unexcelled by any town in the State. In the last issue of the Times the matter of a military company is suggested. We repeat 'why not." Greenwood has the material force for a first class rifle company and there is nothing that would advertise the place more in Its way than a first class military company. A military company would embody a source of pleasure and enjoyment to the company and a dlstlngusbed degree of pride to our town. There is nothing that a towu or country places more stress or admiration on than a nicely equipped and well drilled company. Greenwood would be represented in all ihe parades and competitive drills iu this State and the town would be brought before the public in other ways besides that of a mercantile and manufacturing sense. Let the chivalry of Greenwood bedeck itself in the material, cloth and the flag of the brave, unfurled, to the admlringgazeof our State, and her prowess be herald abroad. Since the refreshing seasons we hope to hear better reports of the cotton crop. Mr. J. C. NlcKles took a trip "off" last week. What's up "Nick." Hon. C. A. C. Waller and Mr. J. W. Sproles attended Court on Thursday last. Martin Griffin was apprehended and tried before the town council on Saturday last for retailing whiskey. Mr. Griffin now trots to the tune of a 825 tine or 30 days imprisonment. Our town council is too vigilant to allow such law breakers to go unpunished. The matcn game ox uaxx ueiwceu iimoy Six and Greenwood had rather an unfortunate termination on Friday last at NinetySix. Ninety-Six had secured a battery from Columbia, and first baseman from Laurens. U]> to the 5th inning the game stood 5 to 0, favor of Greenwood. Iu the 0th innine 3rd basemad Greene threw a wild ball to" first base and a general confusion ensued with the Greenwood club. At the Tth Inning the game stood 5 to 9 lavor Ninety-Six. The commencement 6ermon of the Female [College was preached iu the Presbyterian i church on Sunday last by the Rev. W. T. Hundley, the Baptist minister of Johnston, S. C. The crowd began gathering at an early hour, and soon the church was filled to over Mowing. Seats in the center section of the pews was reserved for the college. At five minutes to eleven o'clock the young ladies tiled in preceeded by the teachers of the college and was ushered to the pews assigned to them. When the classes were seated and the voluntary "consider the llllies" was rendered by the choir. Rev. W. T. Matthews and In a few appropriate remarks introduced the Rev. W. T. Hundley. Mr. Hundley arose, and after reading passages from Bible and singing, selected his text from the 11 chapter of John 28 and 29 verses. Mr. Hundley selected as his theme "Women's Position Socially and Otherwise in the World." He very graphically delineated the condition of women, and reviewed the history of women from the time of mother Eye on down to the present age, showing the fact that the uplifting of woman has been promoted by the onward and sure growth ofchrlstalnity and that civilization Is not the antecedent ol civilization. Mr. Hundley then showed "the call of woman from servitude to service." He portrayed the fallen aud degraded condition of women with the heathens and barbarous nations of the earth and that the onward growth of religion has called woman from her degraded bondage and thralldom to a position of social rank and christian privileges equal lo that of man, He closed his sermon by the application of Woman's Duty to Woman. He selected as the grand work of this idea the words of Martha to Mary upon the arrival of the master In the town of Bethany. "The master is come and calleth for thee." it would be impossible for us to reproduce the words of this beautiful and eloquent Speaker in his closing words to the youug ladles. They were simply grand. Words fraught with wisdom and kindly warning ana uavice. worus iuui cuuuiu ue treasured ub priceless pearls. Words which should recur to the memory with the rising of the sun and dwell iu their beauty and significance till the going down thereof. Mr. Hundley's sermon was one that embodies the grace and eloquence of a man of deep t hought and learning. His style is graceful and easy, and fluent and ready speaker, and upon the whole he made a complete capture of his audience. Wanted?A first class all round tailor of good habits, one who can cut and make and do all the work counected In the business. Any one answering to the above can find a first class location In this city. Greenwood turned out in large numbers at the festivities and ball game at Ninety-Six on Friday last. Mr. w. It. Bullock, Deputy Clerk of Court, was in the city Saturday. Laurens and Greenwood will cross bats Wednesday at this place. PE.MBKOKK, C'c<lur Wood. Mr. J. F. C. DuPre, Abbeville, S. C:: Dkak Sik?I have a contract with a forelgu merchant lor Cedar, red ced:ir, of the following sizes: 8x8 inches, 15 feet and upwards long. 9 x 'J inches, 12 feet and up.vards long. 10 x 10 inches, 10 feet and t pwards long. llxll Inches, !J feet and upwards long. 12 x 12 inches, 8 feet and u| wards long. And so on, the larger th? I etter, but nothing smaller than 8 x 8 inchi square will do. Must be when the sap is hi .vea off, clear of knots or nearly so. I have heard that good cedar grows in the swamps ind hammocks of creeks in your county and L ave been referred to you for Information in rc ;ard to it. I hear It. grows on Turkey, Bern er and Stephens Creeks, and also on Savann: b III ver. Please be kind enymrh to let me k . ow. Cedar growing on hillsides and uplanc. is generally too scrubby and full of limbs, bat when we And it on Creeks and Elvers it hat-, good bodies. Is there any waluut 10 inches in diameter at small end in Abbeville cousty ? ? Ladles Jersles, Fans, Parasols, Laccs, Einbroidenes, Braids, very cheap at Smith & Son's. Send your orders to M. O. McCracken for Badger's old corn whiskey. 81.75 per gallon. M. o. McCracken. with Butler's Alhambra Saloon, Anderson, 8. C. . A. * . Pleasant Reading: About Y.nwnilesville. IiOWNUESVII.I.E, S. c. .Tunc 10, 1SS9. Monday quite uneventful day. Tuesday a nice little rain. On Monday quite a number of our people were called to Abbeville, either as Jurors or as witnesses in court. It Is a great pity that there could not be less law business, or that it could be attended to in a more leisure season. Rev. W. S. Martin and his two little boys Marvin and Claude left here on last Wednesday for Spartanburg to attend commencement. Miss Eliza McGhee, ol Bel ton, spent several days last week with Miss Fannie Horton. Dr. B. A. Henry and Miss Lucia Moseley, went to Abbeville last Friday. A large crowd of the citizens of Anderson, came down on an excursion last Friday, and ptcniced at Mrs. Hutchison's a mile or two below here. Miss Alice Humphries, or Anderson, is now visiting her friena Miss Willie LeRoy. Mrs. Joseph Simpson and Miss Mattle Carlile, of Anderson, are visiting Mrs. Kennedy, and other relatives. Yf-o W ri ? i r Wfnton Tlx nn.1 \ffc t\*m\ mtt of Anderson, paid a visit to Mr. B. Berry Allen's family last Friday. Rev. J. S. Murray, pastor, occupied the pulpit in the Baptist church on yesterday. Rev. C. V. Barnes, in the absence of the pastor. Mr. W. S. Martin u.tSpartanburg, filled the pulpit in the Methodist church yesterday. The most of our people are now getting a supply or cherries, either by having raised them or by buying. They are selling at one dollar per bushel. Mr. Hugh Armstrong Is now beautifying his places by giving to it the necessary coats or paint. Mrs. E. Swearlngen and her son a short time back were badly scared, but fortunately not much hurt. While coming from Abbeville, on account of the holding back straps breaking, which the horse did not like, and in kicking hurt himself badly, theoccupants nf the buggy having Jumped out, were not hurt. Some of the weatherwise have been predicting a very dry year, but wo are glaa to know, that so far, it is proven that they knew nothing about it. Yesterday evening we bad, a heavy rain, and at this writing, the ground is thoroughly wet. Harvest, which cannot be postponed, is upon our planters, and we do not suppose that this very important and busy season ever found them better prepared and ready for it than now. Gen. Green, has been very slow in advancing, and unless wonderfully reinforced, much less trouble, from that source than usual, may be expected from this source. Last Wednesday night Mr. Ed. Speed, colored, and- Miss EttajMcGowan, a little more colored, were happily married by the Rev. Reid. Miss Lizzie Moore died yesterday 10 o'clock A. M. of dropsy, and her remains will be buried to-day In the Bell's Chapel cemetery. Mr. and Mrs. P. B. Allen, of Starr, came down yesterday, on a visit to Mrs. M. R. Allen the mother of the former who is now sick. We had quite an Interesting time here last Thursday and Thursday night?tho medical meeting in this place. There was not a full attendance. The day was spent In discussing questions pertaining to the materia medica. At night nearly all of our towns people, and some from the |country, met and took part in furnishing a supper and was a supper, such a one, as our ladies know so well how to prepare. After supper Mr. J. B. Franks In a few appropriate remarks, welcomed the medical fraternity, declared that ourjlatchstrlugsiever hnno on ilia nntsltip of our doors, and the hospitalities of our town were ever extended to all vlsitore. Dr. Youngblood, of Troy, "the Vice-President of the association being called for, thauked us through Mr. Franks for the courterles extended and promised to soon return. Dr. Jno. A. Robertson, of Due West, then was called up, and In a neat and telling little speech thanked us for our kindness, was glad of the opportunity of coming Into our midst, and would come again. Dr. B. A. Henry in response to call, expressed great gratitude for the warm welcome given him several years ngo when lie came among us a stranger Irom his Georgia home, and for the uniform kindness which he had received from us. Whilst still holding and cherishing the fondest feelings for his mother State. Yet this his adopted State would ever have a wnrm place in his heart, because ol that encouragement and good will given him by all of our people. Dr. Anderson, of Antrevlllo, being called for responded by saying that he could not speak, could only talk to one at a time. Mr. I. H. McCalla, obeying a call, said he was too full to speak?was glad of being present, had mucb'enjoyed the occasion, and that this town could furnish more to eat and less to drink than any town he ever saw. At a late hour, the crowd, a large one, all ol whom seemed to have passed the time very pleasantly, retired to their several homen. TROUPE. THE VALLEY TOWN. All Sorts of News Item* Contributed by an Ever Watcbftil scribe. Mount Caksiel, May 10th, 1880. The weather Is floe and our farmers are tak mg advantage of it. J. H. Watson is making a large crop of fln? oats. His wheat, like that or others, is light. J. jj- Latimer, another one of our best far mors, has 30 acres ot beautiful cotton, al! worked out and in fine condition. Corn crops in this section up to this time are very promising. It is said that 60 years ago this summer the Savannah ran dry and a portion of its bed near Augusta was sowed in turnips. W< hope this will not be the case this year. Mrs. Keese, after a pleasant visit to Ander son, has returned home again. Miss Clara Covin, one of our most talented young ladies, has closed her school and is now adding her charms to Mt. Carmel society. W. L. Riley Is off this morning with a splen^ did turnout, and will Join the ''Feather Keno vators" in Georgia. We regret his departure and wish for him abundant success. Our town Is literally filled with beautiful and charming young ladles while young men are very scarce, nearly all havlDg gone abroad seeking business. Some fine singing last Friday evening at the Baptist parsonage. No school this week, Prof. Ferguson being quite sick. The children are sorry theii teacher is sick, but enjoy the holiday all the same. We trust be will soon be well again. The prayer meeting every Wednesday night in the M. E. Church is well attended by the young people, while many other mem. bers and officers of the church remain at borne. Is this not a reflection on their spiritual condition ? Should they not rather set an example for the young people. Some of our young men demonstrative in their spirltuul expressions, call aloud "Amen" at the close of the beuediction. No gentleman should chew tobacco while In church, and if he does he should swallow the ambler rather than show disrespect to God's house by Bqulrting it all over the floor. Besides, it shows little regard for the respect oi the ladies who dislike to wade about and troll their dresses in tobacco Juloe. We trust this gentle reminder and criticism will be sufficient for ull wise and prudeut thinking persons. Our citizens have returned from Court and have settled down to quiet life from the "great excitement" as It was called by somte of our "friends in Abbeville." It was time for our people to be excited when a public "out law" was at large, well armed, and threatening the lives of our citizens, and murders being committed right in our midst. However Mt. Carmelites will stand solidly together, and are always able to take care ol themselves in any emergency, and will do so regardless of "ridicule." A Hplendid rain last Sabbath afternoon, weather tine and warm, crops are growing off nicely, am! cotton coming up rapidly. A Baptist Union maeting will be held at this place In the Preseyterlan church commencing Saturday morning before, and embracing the 5th Kabbath In this month. Rev. W. A. Gaines preached In the A. K. P. church last Sabbath morning. After the sermon the "Sacrament of the Lord's Supoer" was administered. He also tilled the pulpit of the Presbyterian church in the evening. M. ".UnkiiiK l'|>." Was It all a mistake? Ah, fold your arms close, And press my head nearer your breast. For my brain has grown weary with thinking and weeping. And my sad heart is longing for rest. Was it all a mistake when within your dear hand You clasped mine with quickening breath, And vowed before God that, forsaking all others. You would love me and keep mc till death ? Was it all a mistake? Is there anyone dearer. For whom your man's heart cried aloud? Is there any sweet hope lying dead in your bosom, That your marriage vow hides like a shroud ? Was It all a mistake when I thought I could cheer you, And brighten your pathway through life? Do you dream of a face that is fairer than my face ? Of a name that Is dearer than wife ? Was it all a mistake? Are you longing for freedom ? Ah, I pray that release may be near, That Death's arms may take rne and hear me to heaven, To wait?What was that? Not a tear! Ah, my own, you are weeping! You're sorry you said it; 'Twas anger that made those words fall. Then take me yourself dear, and don't let death have ine, For I don't want to die after all. I will pay express charges on all jugs, demijohns, kegs, <Jsc.. shipped to me to uc tilled with Badger's old corn whiskey, price 81.75 per gallon. M. O. McCraekeu, with Butler's Alhambra Saloon, Anderson, S. C. / ) * "EABT END S" CONTRIBUTION. The Fine School nt Ninety-Six?I>e ' lightftil Exercise*Bane Ball? ( Tlio Fair Association?Personal*. Ninkty-Six, 8. C., Juno 11, 1889. < The Commencement Is over and our gala week has passed. As far as I am able to learn i everyone enjoyed themselves. Ourpeopleare happy and proud of Ninety-Six Academy. No Jars or dissensions are countenanced Inside of ' our educational ring. Success Is the watchword and failure has no votaries. We have a j nice, comfortable school building, most excel- ] lent teachers and the patrons are thoroughly j enthused on the question of education. The Incorporate limits of the town form a separate i "school district," and recently we have voted an additional 2 mill tax for its malntalnance. The cerernonlcR were opened with prayer by < Rev. A. J. C'authen.on last Wednesday night. 1 The large and commodious hall In second sto- < ry of the Academy building was filled. The ushers were gentle and polite and furnished i each visitor with a neatly printed programme J at the door. Everything was conducted properly and in good order. The decorations were . tastefully arranged. Prof. J. C. Cork and his , able and accomplished assistant. Miss Bessie Cauthen, seemed happy over the first night's entertainment. Ice-cream and other refreshments were served in one of the lower rooms i of the building and the results, which were $, for school purposes, were quite satisfactory. The recitations, orations, essays and call** thenlcs were all well rendered, and lr we un- < dertook personal mention, we would not ; know whore to begin, yet we feel that a report would be incomplete if we failed to notice the Earts taken by the little girls, Misses Sarab J Ipscomb, Emma Stuart, Ruby Anderson, El- J eanor and Norma Moore, and the little boys, Masters Willie Blake, Allen Watson, Fred ( Beacham, Rogers McCaslan, DeWltt Lipscomb, Johnnie Phillips and Grlftin Marbut. ? fPU" HtiAn/in/Iinno /lAnulotn/l nf JLIJC DCUUUU lllgut O piuuwvuiugo vv?ioiuw- w. ^ essays, recitations, original speechQp and debate. All did well, especially the young ladies. j The debate, "Should South Carolina have ? an Agricultural College?" Affirmative, Thomas C. Anderson. Negative, H. J. Cau- s then. These young men were well posted, and handled their respective sides with skill. , The "8&.000 two horse farm" in Columbia re- | ceived due attention. The crowning effort of the evening however was an original speech by Mr. Samuel Ross, f He insists that all the sciences shall be repre- < sented by separate Colleges, that baseball Is being neglected and he therefore demands | that the next Legislature establish a separate j Baseball College. At ten o'clock on Friday a large crowd of . people assembled In the hall of the Academy ) to hear Prof. Woodrow, of the State College. We don't think we ever heard a finer address, 1 "The work lor girls to do." After the speaking was over the people ad- 1 Joumed to the grove, where a bountiful picnic dinner was spread. After dinner the Greenwood nine being on hand, the largo crowd assembled on the Academy grounds to witness < the contest. All went well until the 7th in- ! nIng, when suddenly the game was brought to a close by the cry of "tight, fight," from the right Held near the first base. It was somebody's fault and somebody was in the : wrong, all regretted it. We have no apologies to make and demand none, but will treat it as one of those indiscretions of youth that will occur. I would state however, that the game i stood 9 to 5 in favor of the Ninety-Six nine. MIbs Emma Sanders has gone on a short visit to friends in Sumter. Mr. Samuel Sherrard haa returned from a business trip to Louisiana and Arkansas. The ice-cream stands at the Commencement | were a success, Mrs. K. F. McCaslan and Mrs. O. M. Anderson, assisted by several gentlemen, deserve all of the honor. The net result was about $50, to be devoted to the purchase of desks for the Academy. The Incorporators of the Ninety-Six Fair Association are James Rogers, Jr., W. H. Frazler, II. M. Julian, J. T. Bozernan, W. B. Ut- | sey, J. C. Foster, G. M. Anderson, J. H. Rice, Jr.. and W. Y. Sherrard. The fair will beheld 14th, 15th and Kith of August An extended catalogue will soon be ready for distribution. Mrs. Ella Sanders, of Greenville, Is visiting her sister, Mrs. W. A. Sanders, at Illverlands. 1 Mr. J. A. Barksdale, and wife, of Greenwood, were In town last Friday. Mrs. Walter Barr, of Greenville, who lias been visiting her sister, Mrs. J. L. Shumate, has returned to her home. Some of our citizens attended church at . Greenwood last Sunday. They were well pleased with Dr. Hunley's sermon. EAST END. "WHOM GOD HATH JOINED TOGETHER." i Another Brilliant Wedding: for Abbeville. MIsb Cecelia Chalmers and Mr. Thomas A. r White were marrlod In the Methodist church last Wednesday night by the Rev. Leroy F. Beaty. Never before had the beautiful church looked more picturesque with its chandeliers shedding forth their beams of light upon such a happy occasion. A beautiful arch of evergreens and purest white flowers with a marriage bell made of snow balls was placed before the altar by the many friends of the I bride. Mendelsson's famous Wedding March whs well executed by MIbs Kate Marshall on the organ and Mr. MagiII on the cornet. Never bad the noten of a wedding march sounded more thrilling than when the flrst notes were touchcd and the bridal party entered. First, the handsome and courteous ushers, ' Messrs. J. A. Allen and A. M. DuPre. "Never did gallant knights perform their duty bet tcr, 1 Miss Jennie Delph and Miss Mamie Hill. Mr. W. D. Wilson and Mr. Robert Mabry. Miss Edna Tusten und Miss Leila Quarles. Mr. JameB Chalmers and Mr. S. J. Link. ; Miss Orine Hughes and Miss Leavell. Mr. McD. Cater and Mr. J. H. McDill. ' Miss Lula White and Miss Aylette Chalmers. The bridesmaids were gracefully attired In , white gowns, each carrying a bouquet ol | choicest flowers. Then entered the queenly bri de, a stylish brunette arrayed in white silk entralne, cov' ered with tulle, veil and orange blossoms. ' She wore an exquisite diamond pin presented ' by the groom. The groom, son of Mr. J. L. White, of Brad1 ley. a most excellent young man, has been employed by Mr. W. Joel Smith for several 1 years. Mr. While's many friends congratulate him on securing so sweet a prize. A re ception was given at the home of the bride, where many elegant and costly presents were , displayed, which proves the popularity of the happy couple. Mr. and Mrs. White Intend 1 making Abbeville their home, where fortune and happlness;may ever attend them. Among the visitors who attended the wedding were: Mr. and Mrs. J. L. White, from Bradley; Miss Lula White, of Greenville; Mr. and Miss Leavell, of Newberry; Mrs. Pickens, of Decatur; Mr. Richard Coller, of Mt. Carmel. Knocking Instrumental Muulc In Pi. "I heard a voice of hapers harping with heir harps." (Rev. xlv: 2.) xniB passage npDearea in mis ween s j-re.is , and Bannci- in an article signed "J. 0. L.," aB an argument for Instrumental music lu churches. Whether musical instruments should be used in churches is one thing. Whether this Is a valid argument for It is another. The argument from the music iu heaven as an argument for the music in churches on earth, is not valid, for it proves too much. If because, ' God has associated the heavenly dispensation with choirs of instrument*" we are Justl| tied in using ninslcal instruments in churchi es, then It follows, we are Justified in introducing other things lu churches, the riding upon "white horses" In churches, and the use of "altars" and Incense, in worship. (Rev. viii: 2, xix: 2.) These, of course, are symbol* ' lc, and so also are the "harps." I am not either defending or assailing instrumental music In churches, but simply considering a pussa^e of Scripture that has been used In defending it. B. W. WHILDEN. I Hillside,S. C., June 8, 1889. We have a full line of gents sleeve buttons, scarf pins, collar buttons, silk handkerchiefs, also cravats, shirts, undervests. drawers, &c.. Hint we have on our marked-way-down-cash list. Call and see them for yourself. Smith & Son. Order your whiskey from a man that you know and can trust. If you want something pure and unadulterated, order from M. O. McCracken, with Butler's Alhambra Saloon, Anderson, 8. (3. Nainsooks, mull muslins, dotted 'swlss. plgnic, embroidered white dresses, at exceedingly low prices Smith 4 Son. We can't give you an Idea of our elegant line of Spring and Sumtuer clothing unless you come and see for yourselves. All are cordially invited. P. Rosenberg & Co. If you want a nice summer silk or black silk Dress, It will he to your Interest to call on It. M. il addon & Co. Wm. K. Bell has Just received a new. Importation of Dress (Joods and Trimmings A new lot of Hats and flowers Just rccoived at Haddon s. We have recently received a shipment of Embroidered Flouncing, which were purchased at 25 per c*nt. below the merket prices. They will be sold In the same way. it. M. Haddon & Co. <luentlon. Where can I get the Gage Tool Company'H Self Setting Plane. I hear bo much about? G. H. It is made at Vineland?N. J. Any dealer will get it for you.?Ed. m i Woodworkers!!! You want good tools, ask your dealer for Gag'es Self-Setting Plane, or scud to the company at Vlnelnnd. N. J., for circulars. A two cent stamp will bring circu- ; lar and a carpenter's 'end pencil worth Gets i if this paper is mentioned. Boys, you must tell you r parents to buy 1 your straw hats from us. We have the latest 1 tyles. P. Rosenberg <fe (Jo. We have reduoed the prices on all lines of 1 Satines. Call and secure a pattern before tbey all go, It. M. Haddou & Co. A still further reduction In price on sum mer worsted's has been made by K. M. Hadton & Co. J ' ' .. . . \J;; Emerson's low quartered Shoes from 83. to K.50. All styles. The best shoe on the. market, P. Rosenberg & Co. Try Emerson's shoes and you will use no atlier. P. Rosenberg & Co. A large line of Buggy Unbrella's Just revived by P. Rosenberg & Co. A splendid line of whlto vests Just received P. Rosenberg & Co. Keep cool! Buy your Alpaca and Seersucker coats from P. Rosenberg & Co. White Brothers are now occupying their new bnlldlng,and their Immense-storeroom < s filled with all kinds of Fine, Fancy and < family Groceries. Laces, Trltnmlnfje, Embroideries Ruchlngs, J Etlqbons &c. Very cheap at Smith & Son'B. We have several pieces of carpet left, any ( >neof which we will give you at a very low Igure. Now Is the time to buy a good carpet >r a small outlay. W. Joel Smith & Sou. < WhiteVestsare very stylish this season. . kVe will be glad to supply you with them. P. Rosenberg & Co. Two beautiful laddies saddles just received ( ind will be sold very cheap. P. Rosenberg & I White Brothers. A great Bargain In offered In a wellbnown >rand of Bleached Goods. Price by the piece I 11-2 tents. Former price 10 cents. The line of Casslmers which White Broth- i ;rs offer at CO cent* a yard la very attraotlve. L'bese goods are of exceptionally good value. The patterns are as good as are usually found ( n Casslmers at 76 cents and one dollar a yard. Vo better goods for Men and Boys can be had. , \sk for them, they are worth looking at. < White Brothers as usual have an enormous itock of White Trimmings and Laces. Also. Flounclngs for Dresses in great variety. The Goods are very desirable and very iheap. If yon want plain White Lawns, or striped md Plaids Lawns, the place to get them is at :he store of White Brothers. A good line of mattings can be Been at the itore of White Brothers. Any one In need of a trunk or a valise . ivouId do well f) call on White Brothers and ? 36 upplled. Decerated chamber sets and fancy china and jlass-ware are always kept by White Brotbsrs. Their aim will bo to keep always on hand a jood stock of Plantation and Family supplies. Their stock of Hardware has also been ?reatly enlarged, and many articles will now be found which they have not kept heretofore. A good assortment of Blacksmiths, Carpenters and Shoe-makers tools. A cordial Invitation is extended to every one to Inspect our stock. We will always try to make It to your Interest to buy from us. P. Rosenberg & Co. 3 pieces of 36 Inch Serge Dress Goodu at 16 --S cents former price 25 cents. These goods are In Tan and Grey. W. E. Bell. 4 Peaces of nun's veiling at 13 1-2 cents for' mer price 20 cents. These goods are in good summer shades. W. E. Bell. Great reduction in goods at W. E. Bell's. New millinery Just received at W. E. Bell's. Clement and Ball shoes at W. E; Bell's. French and American sateens in several Bhades reduced at W. E. Bell's. 820. suits for Sit.?Great bargains In all loth lng. P. Rosen berg & Co. Another Immense line of sultsjust received fully worth 820. Our price 815. P. Rosenberg & Co. P. Rosenberg & Co have Just succeeded In getting an immense line of suits at from &! to 85. less than their value and will sell them accordingly. For perfect fit and comfort get the Clement & Ball shoe at Wm. E. Bell's. Every pair guaranteed. Presentment of the Grand Jnry Abbeville, 8. C., June 5,1889. To Ilia Honor J. II. Hudson, Prcsiding Judge, June Term, 1889 : We the Grand Jury, desire to make the following presentment, to wit: At the last tei m of the Court, a com mittee of three of our body, was ap* pointed to examine the hooka of the officers in the Court House. This committee report that they made careful examinations, and as far as they are able to judge, the books of all thp officers were properly and neatly kept. They recommend that a larger safe should be placed in the office of Probate and in the office of Auditor, so that books of importaut record may be better protected from destruction. The committee appointed to examine into the condition of the Poor House and the paupers, report that the old church, now used as a house for the poor should be repaired inside and thereby made more comfortable. The inmates are well cared for in every respecti The jail committee report the jail building in first-class condition, but trap-doors should be put under tne doors on the lower floor a3 they are in upper stairs. The outbuildings are in good condition, except that the shelter over the well should be re-covered at once. The prisoners are well cared for. The committee to examine the Court House report the building in good condition generally. Stoves should be placed in the Probate office, and in the ofllce of the Auditor. The entire body say that stoves should be put in the Petit Jury rooms. Our body, in concentrating at Court, travel over all the roads and bridges, and they report the same in better condition than they have been for many years. We have examined the transcripts of the Trial Justices and find them correct. Our body desire to thank the presiding Judge for his very able 'charge to the Grand Jury, wherein ourdut.v was so plainly set forlh, that we could not err, if we regarded its admonitions. We desire to express ourselves as agreeing with his honor, in his suggestions and powerful argument, in favor of a change in our defective jury system. It is our opinion that a majority, say of two thirds, should rule in the finding of our petit juries. We are thankful also for courtesies of the Judge and Solicitor. J. FLETCH HODGES, Foreman. IN QUESTS. Official Notice to Trial JnsticesOffice Coroner Abbeville Co., i Abbeville, S. C., June 10, 1889. WHEN tlie Coroner is within fifteen miles of the place where it is desired to hold i an Inquest over n. dead body, no Trial Justice has the legal right, to hold the Inquest, and if such Inquest is held by any Trial Juftice, the , County Commissioners have no authority to pay for the same, unless authorized to do so by the Coroner. The undersigned having been duly elected and oommissioned Coroner of Abbeville County, is prepared to perform tbe duties imposed upon tbatofiicer. In every part of the County, and all Trial Justices who may hereafter attempt to exercise the duties of ray ofDee, will do so without pay, hs I am entitled to the fees of Coroner. M. H. WILSON, Coroner A. C. Sane 12, 1889. lm ' -v ' * ' *;. ' "<;???<;' mm ci WE are still offeriii] able goods at greatly re at much less than theii order to close out our are sacrificing our larg< Notions, Boots and S Saddlery and Harness, ware, &c. We can, an edly to the interest of call on us when in nee of the above lines. A fi of Staple and Fancy band. Do yourself goo< W. JOEL S June 12, 1889. Recent additions have been made to oar line of llste thread and silk gloves. R. M. Haddon <& Co. You c&nt fall to be pleased with our elegant i llneof straw hats. Our low prices will astonish you. P. Rosenberg & Co. An elegrnt line of Gents underwear, Shirts Collars, and Cuffs at P. Rosenberg Co. 20 pairs Lace Curtains at New York cost. P. Rosenberg & Co. A large line of summer Coats at low prices j P. Rosenberg & Co. j Only a few pairs of all wool l\i White Blan- | kets, left on the counter. Cull and get a firs, class wool blanket at the price of an inferior one, while you may. Smith & Son. Our splendid stock of Gents Casslmeres and heavy 'pants goods, are growing beautifully less on account of being so cheap; still we have a goodly lot to select from. Come along and dnnt bold back until you are too late Smith <& Son. Nothing is so useful In a poultry yard as Imperial ?gg Food. It keeps the chicks bright, healthy and cheerful, besides making them wonderful egg producers. For sale only at Speed's Drug Store. Clothlr.sl Clothing!! Clothing!!! Cheap! Cheaper!! Cheapest!!! W. Joel Smith <&Son'B Is the place to buy a good suit of clothes or an overcoat while they are offering them so low. Lost a brass key. The finder will please return to the Press and Banner office. New Millinery, Laces, Flowers and Rib- | bons Just received at R. M. HADDON dt Co. i Silk Gloves in all shades Just received at R, I M. HADDON & Co. White Satin Fans, Colored Satin Fans to arlve at R. M. HADDON & Co. $20. suite for 815. 314.50 suits for 511. Great bargains. P. Rosenberg & Co. 100 pairs extra pants In all sizes at great Bargains. P. Rosenberg & Co. White Brothers have Just received another car-load of Flour. Call on them and get some very low prices. *"* j Registration. TOWN ELECTION. Notice to the Voters of the l Town of Abbeville. PURSURANT to the Act of the General Assembly, approved December 28, 1882. Registration of all voters who have not registered in the town of Abbeville of the age of twenty-one years on or before the second MONDAY in SEPTEMBER next will be made at the Town Council Office on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 27th, 28th and 29th days of JUNE. All voters who fail to register at the time aforesaid will be deprived of the privilege 01 voting ttt ?uy fo^uiai ui special municipal election that may be held in the town of Abbeville before the annual registration. The Registration Books will be opened at the office of the Town Clerk and Treasurer. R. W. CANNON, Jntendant. Jones. F. Miller, Registrar. Juno 12, 1889. i. I. ILL'S GREAT 30 DAYS SALE, i i I I I ( Every day a Bargain day. 1 i HaVINU liRd a tremendous ruu on dress goods, and encouraged thereby, I duplicated ( my orders several times. Now feuilng that ( I nm overstocked, I have decided to mark , down everything in tine and medium priced DRESS GOODS, Twenty per cent. PARISOLS, reduced In nri?o 'Jti nur nfinf. SHORL reduced In price ?ACES."'EMBROIDERY,"WHITE" GOODS reduced In price. PLAID HOMESPUX, BROWN HOMESPUS. SHEETINGS, and BEI) TICKINGS, redueoed In price. I offer r GENUINE BARGAINS 1 t for the month of < JUKTB j and I mean everything I say In this advertise- , ineut. If you doubt it, CALL AND SEE FOR , YOURSELF, and you will be surprised t at the low prices lam giving. 8 I have several bargains not mentioned in c this advertisement. t Wm. E. Bell,5 June 5th, 1889. Will Meet on Sale Days. 1 UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE, the Board o ' County Commissioners will meet on ' dale Days. J. W. LITE8, April 10,1889. Chairman. ) I- . L .... . ; ????? g many lines of desirsduced prices, in feet, ' value for CASH. In present business, we 3 stock of Dry Goods, hoes, Clothing, Hats, Crockery, and Glass d will, make it decidthose having cash, to id of anything in any all and complete stock ; Groceries always on 1 by calling on us. MITH & SON. 1 H===== Bridge to Let. | I WILL BE AT THE PETTIGREW Bridge on Little River on Tharaday the 20th Inst., for the purpose of letting the contract to build a bridge at that place. Specification made known on that day. J. F. C. DuPBE. Co.. Co. Abbeville C. H,. June 4th, 1889. 2t v Mi IwiLL BE AT MARTIN'S MILLS AT 11 A. M., on Monday the 24th ioau, for the purpose of letting tbe contract to build a bridge across Llddlea creek, and to do what U necessary to protect tbe public road at the big v ; jully beyond tbe mill. J. F. C. DuPRE. Co., Co. June 21, 1889. 2t : ; M Wanted. A FEW SHARES OP STOCK OF THE Abbeville National Bank. Address stat Ing price, Henry L. Evans, 129 "F" atreet, N W7, Washington, D. C. . ' Lumber For Sale. -V: 11HE UNDERSIGNED HAS A FINE LOT ' ! . of lumber of all kinds for sale. Will deliver it at Abbeville, S. C., if desired. S.Q. THOMSON. Wfej May 29, 1889 ' BEEF ACCOUNTS. A LL PERSON8 INDEBTED to the firm A of RUSSELL & BURNS for beef in 1886 and 1887, MUST settle the same with tbe anlerslgned, ' L. H. Russell. 8 May 29,1889,8t. i'l tradeJ?HBBH ; 0>d0.TEA| The Choicest Tea Ever Offend. PERFECTLY PURE. A MOST OEUCIOUB BEVERAGE. ^ TBY IT. Tea ttIII^itw ui uj ethir: ftulit; amr nrt*. ^ It is the Hiohmt Gbadk Lur, picked from *v .' the l>est plantations and guaranteed abeoTntfiy pore and free from all adulteration* orcoloring matter. The package* are hermetically sealed and warranted! fall weight It la mot* economical in use than the lower grades. Oriental & Occidental Tea Co., Lt'dt Head Office, 35 Burling Slip, KmTmrtk For sale by the beet Grocers. E. M. LIPSCOMB, Ninety-Six, a C Deo* 12,1888,12m WHITE BROTHERS Having made a success heretofore of the trade In Fine Ready-Made cloth* ng, beg leave to announce their that stock of Spring and Summer Clothing is larger and more attractive than ever betore. Special attention Is called to their ex* arifllufl oBanrfmonf nf TTntil Th? VftlifllT In :helr line of STRAW HATS is wonderful, ind some of the styles are entirely different Irom those seen heretofore. In the department of Gentlemen'! Neck ear they exblblta greater variety than they lave ever offered before. In addition to tho above, all kinds of Gentlemen's Furnishing Goods ?an be found. Summer Under-wear. Shirts dollars, Cuffs, Hosiery, Handkerchief!, <*e. kc., Call at once aud be suited before tbe stock s broken. WHITE BR0THEB8. LAND FOE SALE. rHE OLD LOGAN PLANTATION IN Hmllhvllle township, six miles Weal of Greenwood, and lying on waters of Carl Tail sreek and tbe Watt branch, is offered for sale >n reasonable terms. The land la well adapt-. ;d to the cultivation of Cotton, Corn, Grnn, He. The plantation contains a large amount )f bottom land, has a good pasture, making t suitable for those who wish to rajae a*ock. The place Is well supplied with good vater. : will sell the whole plantation, consisting of Three Hundred and Fifty-flve Acres, nore or less, to one purchaser, or, If desired, vlll divide the place into two traeu-one of wo hundred acres, and one of one handrail ind fltty-five acres, respectively, to ault the onvenlenceof purchasers. The land will be sold between this date and be 1st ol November, 1889. Those wishing Information will pieaae iddress MRS. ELIZABETH LOGAN, Greenwood S. C. May 22, 1889. Lumber! Lumber!! I AM PREPARED TO FURN18H ANY 1 amount and kind of Lumbar, at tM mill -wo miles from VERDERY and elgbt mlie* South of Abbeville C. H., on abort notice. Will deliver lumber on board the one at Verdery. Orders solicited. Addreas R. H. DEVLIN, Verdery, 8. C.