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Tie Press and Banner, ABBEVILLE, S.C. Wednesday, August 7, 1889. Enough. It does seem that the end of the controver. lty about the trial of Dr. McDow is not soon to come. Wo have had lino upon line and preceptjup on precept, hero a little and there a little, until the readers of theJVcws and Courier &te really tired of the discussion. We have hndjlo wade through columns of copied editor, ials read extendod extracts of sermons deliver ed from the Charleston pulpit; felt humiliated that the Presiding Judge should have allow ? ed himself to have been drawn into a contro erslty In regard to his views of the verdict; and lastly been treated to au article from ''Clvis," which it is our purpose now specially to notice. The pleco is written for the purpose of suggesting some changes in the present mode of trial by Jury solely as he says because of "the outcome of nrocent criminal trial In Charleston." Like many others who have discussed the subject, he is led into the mistake, andhis position is therefore, necessarily weakened, of thinking that the Courts, with all of their component parts, are established for the sole purpose of convioting the accused. Wb&t we desire to notice particularly In the article referred to is. the stricture on that part of the constitution which prohibit the Judge, in his charge to thojurs* from expressing his opinion upon the facts of the case. Without knowing whether "Clvls" Is an old man or a young man, we would con" elude that he is the former. It is hard for old age to believe that a new order ol things Is ever preferable to the old. It seems that "before the war,"?every thing good acoordlng to many occurred then,?a Judge had the right to express his opinion upon the facts of a case to the jury, as well as the power of stating the law for their guidance. We think the law as now contained in onr constitution is far better. Almost every one who has experience in the trial of causes la oar Courts, knows that the opinion of a Judge, because of his power, has great and oftentimes undue weight with a Jury. If during a trial the Judge were allowed to state bis views upon the focts, as well as propound the law, It would be in the bounds of reason to ay that the verdict, in a large majority of c&ms, would be the Judge's and not the Jury's If this Is true, the Jury would be a useless and expensive part of the Court and should be done away with. But Is prepoterous to conclude that a Judge, however learned, Is more capable of coming toaoorrect conclusion upon the facts of a case than a jury of ordinary lnteUegence. Judges have tbelr prejudices as wen as oiner men, and display them Just as often, when opportunity Is afforded. They conceive tne Idea that one side Is In the right and unconsciously espuose that cause. They can* not do otherwise?they are human. We sup' pose It would oocur about as often that the J ndge wouid be as favorable to the accused as to the State. But this would be against the view of "Clvis," for if the opinion of many la oorrect, the Judge IntheMcDow ease was favorable In his rulings to tbe iprisoner, oonsquently the verdict would not have been different, If the Judge had expressed his opinion upon the facts. "Clvls," however, it seems deelred a conviction, yet if his views should prevail Justice would still miscarry. All of this fault-finding is essentially wrong We have laws as good and as perfect in the main as any people, and all that is necessary for us to do is to obey and respect them when written in the books and also when pronounced by the courts. To continually change the law Is to create distrust of the law, which is the bane of society. * HOT SHOT FROM THE OLD FORT. The Stock Fair?Base Ball?Railroad Meeting?Judges Selected?Public Weigher. ? Ninety-Six, S. C., August 6,1889. Dr. Will Warnock, of Greenwood, has been visiting oar town for several days. The Doctor Is a nice young man and we predict success for him. We thank the correspondents of tbe Press and Banner for favorable mention of our Fair il ?HIIBWWIi There has been a great deal of rain ana our planters are fearful that it will injure the crops. Our people are taking out life policies every day with Mr. J. C. Miller, the agent from AbbOTlllBi We hear that Mr. William Miller and wife who went to California last spring are likely to return to South Carolina. Mr. John C. Foster has been elected Treasurer of the Ninety-Six Fair Association, vice W. L. Anderson, Jr., resigned. We thank the editor of the Greenwood Times for good words in behalf of our fair In last issue. We will do our utmost to merit his good opinion. Capt. J. T. Parks has been selected as Judge of poultry. Judges of stock will be chosen In time. There will be two games of base ball played at our fair Thursday and Friday, between the Maxwells of Greenwood and tbe Laurens team. It will be worth witnessing, both nines are fine players. Mrs. George Bell and her Bon William from Burke couJty, Go., have been visiting Mr. and Mrs. W. B. Merriwether. At a meeting of the stockholders of the C. K. & W. Railway Co., at this place on the 2nd Inst.. Mr. J. P. Phillips, Dr. H. M. Julian and W. H. Frailer were elected delegates to a meeting to be held at Knoxville on tbe 13th Instant. Our hotels and private boarding houses are making arrangments to accommodate visitors to the lair. Mr. J. E. Buchannan, of Greenwood townsblp has engaged to clerk with Mr. ^Shumate for the next year. Mrs. Hammond, of Abbeville, has been vis lllDg ner ?inter itim. 1, a. Dntuuuiu. Persons who exhibit live stock at our fair will be permitted to remove tbe stock on the evening of tbe second day If tbey desire it. Mr. wm, H. McFall, of Newberry, is visiting bis oousln Mr. Frank Tompkins. Mr. W. A. Hunter, of Bradley, was in town last Saturday, entering stock for tbe fair. PeraonB exhibiting stock will enquire for S. H. Sher&rd and J. T. Bozeman for stalls when they come to tbe fair. Tbe merchants and farmers have elected Mr. E. Y. Sheppard public weigher of cotton for the next year. Twelve days rain and no prospect of clear Col. Utsey was unexpectedly called to St. Georges to see his father who Is quite ill. Mr. E. N. Devore has returned from a visit to GalThey city. We do not know his business, but presume it is of a private nature. 8ome of our friends refuse to attend the fair bat will readily sell provisions to tbe hotel keepers and aid and abet in other ways. Tbls Is what we call whipping thedevll around the stump. Tbe games of base ball will bo played at 3:30 p. m., on tbe 15tb and 16th of August. The Rev. Mr. Whilden, of Abbeville, preached at the Baptist church on last Sunday mom- j lng and evening. MaJ. J. A. Stuart and wife, and J. L. Shumate left Sunday morning for the mountains. EAST END. VABLATIONS FROM VERDREY. X. T. Z'? Short and Spicy Dots From Tbls Growing Town. Vkrdeky, S. C., August 7,1889. W? do not aanire to reach the aDex of lit era tore at a single round. We are only mortals at last, therefore wish to err with our sex. Rain In abundance for several days. Mr. Geo. Lomax died at bis home here * last Sabbath night, after a short and painful Illness. The whole community extend their heart-felt sympathies to the bereaved family. Death has a majesty of its own. Mrs. Agnew and son have returned to their home in Due Went after a pleasant trip to Verdery. 'Mrs. Everett and Mrs. Parker, of Augusta, are visiting the family of Mr. Wm. E. Henderson. Mr. and Mrs. Walker, of Charlotte, were called to the bed side of their brother Mr. Geo. Lomax last week. Crops in this community are looking unusually fine. Mrs. M^J. J. L. White has been confined to her bed for several weeks with a broken leg. We hear that she is convalescent. Miss Minnie Morrow, one of our lovllest young ladies, is visiting friends and relatives at Hodges and Coronaca Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Lyon paid our town a flyin; visit one day l?ist week. Moflatt Drennan has purchased a new road cart. He says, "that he expects to take no one but his best girl to ride." Mrs. R. E. White has been quite sick. J. L. Watson, of Bradley, has special at traction In our town. Mrs. Lipscomb has returned from an extended visit to relatives at Greenville, X. Y. Z. "TOM'S" TIMELY TREATISE. McC'oriuick on n Lively BoomStraw Rides?'Tlie Rose Party? Hunting n Cool Place?Want of Itain Supplied---XccmIh a Rorouieter. jVIoCormick, July 22, 1SS9. Dear reader, McCormick has been lively today. All the country uncles, aunts and cousins (col.) came Into town carljithis morning, expecting to meet their relation from Augusta, but they didn't conic. People, generally, como in town, with more <jr less to sell, such as watermelons, poaches, chickens, <Vc., and so on: and caused the markot to bo flooded and low prices ranged throughout the day; the citizens of McCormick getting the boneilt of the same. During the day a nice little party came In from the country, on a straw-ride, they wore j driving four-ln-hand, and the vehicle was of the very latest in style; they drove through town several times, and around and about town. 1 must say, I, lor one, could not make out what was going to take place, and as I never ask any questions, I come to the conclusion, that as there was to be a rose party at night, the rose had opened before night: but not the care, they, late in the evening, moved ofT in the direction of Mr. D. J. Wardiaw's, where they had a nice, and would I say a select little sociable that night. Tuesday, 23,18S0. Dear Editor, what would I have given for you to have been down with us last night. Weare having a heap of fun. Every body turned out last night to the rose party, or it seemed so to me, given for the rvf tho Pontkf rihnrnh Tho murrind people, the old batchelors, the old maids, or as they say we girls, the young ladles, the young men and the children were all out to enjoy the evening. Misses Maynard bad charge of the Ice crer.m stand. Miss Ora Kendrlck and Miss Mamie Maynard had charge of the ballot box. Mr. E. A. Smith had charge of the lemonade stand. Every body seemed to take a part in the little amusements, such as steal partner, snap in and out. One young man had made up his mind that he was the most popular young man on the grounds, about a dozen young ladios, misses and we girls had collected around him in such a way, that he could not well make his escape, at the same time each one, as he thought smiling upon him; about thiB time the lemonade was presented to the young man, that he could not refuse the young ladles, we girls and misses a sparkling glass of cold lemonade, before he had time to draw a long breath, as you know a fellow would do, the managers of the icecream presented the same smiling party; wished to know who would have ice cream, none refused, and they all smiled upon the popular young man again, and when he got through paying, he saw where the smile came in and where the charge went out. Dr. 0. A. T. was passing around with his long linen duster on, when a young lady with a smile asked him to be her partner, the Doctor he smiled, and seemed to tbink how could I refuse such honors. The Doctor joined in the play not knowing how it was conducted. Now, in the first place, we will draw a pen picture of the 'Doctor, he is about 5 feet 8 or 9 inches in low heel shoes, weighs about 210 or 215, and like the most of large fat men, doesn't take any more exercise than it takes to eat his meals, dress and undress. Now the Doctor was pretty soon arm and arm with this young smiling partner, in what is known In military tactics us double quick; the Doctor made all kind of excuses, but for no good. The game or play seemed to be funny to all but the Doctor, it was death to him. The Doctor anticipates going out the next time in bis dog cartand pony. A handsome amount of change was taken in during the evening, as it was mostly confined to the town. The most of the amusements introduced were new?every one had to pay to be wise. i wo^noahnvoi tipsr t cpa hv your paper that you have gone off. I suppose bunting a cool place for the summer: it Is mighty hot here, and if you should And a cool place please write me immediately. I know my bank account is too short to ever get there, but It would do me some good to know there was Buch a place, and that I had one friend enjoying l? We want rain, and we want it right now Rachel. We understand that Smyley Harmon intends laying by next week. That is whats the trouble now, Smyley, you have been laying by too much all summer. We do not mean that Smyley is afraid of work, not a bit of it, he can lay down and go to sleep by it Now Smyley we do not Intend all this for you, we know you can spot some 'of your neighbors, thats what we are driving at, bui we know they would get mad if we called their names. Thursday 25, 1839. This has been a day almost blank in McCormick, outside the usual comers and goers, some stay a day, some two or three days, and now and then you find a family stopping over for the summer monthB. Friday 26,18S9. We have some signs ol rain to-day, much better sign than W. 0. Sturkey had last week, when it didn t rain, for we saw the old Indian sign, "the blubbers rising In the yard." Saturday 27,1889. Fine rain to-day, a season that will make the old corn sure if it is away from the rivers and creeks. Sunday '28,1888. Preaching in the Methodist Church to-day by the Rev. Mr. Patterson. The Bible Society had their annual meeting in tho Baptist Church tbi6 evening. We have had quite a number of visitors in McCormick to-day from Augusta, Ga.. and other towns along the line of road. I met whole families at tho Smith House from Augusta, Ga., and a great many in pairs from other points, and when we get that Telephone from Augusta to McCormick we expect many more will come here for the summer, and then old Abbeville VlUUgtt Will tVUUb LUiJiLLU UU ? WH O Ul 1MJ, Ul move the town to McCormlck. Who wants to live In the back woods all their life! Mr. Editor, I have my article on farming ready, but I thought I would hold it back until next week, to be sure that every one was done laying by. You know I have said that I didn't want a situation on the farm; I am only doing this to please my mother-in-law, and tbls article will cause me to refuse offers on the farm. The old lady always gets my wife to read the paper to her, and I will have it understood with my wife to skip all this when she reads to her. Mr. Editor, I have been thinking about getting me a Barometer, and I would like for some reader or the Press and Banner to tell me how it works, how can I tell when a big rain is coming, and how long does It tell before the rain comes, does the mercury fall or rise, and would a man have time to take up a days pulling of fodder before the storm gets there? The mercury in a Barometer would be to me like the old lady mixing Indigo to dye with, to test it you must drop a fresh hen's egg in it, and the egg would either sink or swim, and she had forgotten which. Monday 29,1889. Looks very much like rain this morning. A big rush in town, seems to be something going on at both ends of the town and a general mixing up in the centre. We hear this morning that our old friend, George Patterson, died last uight. He has been lingering a long time. TOM. The Teachers' Association. In arranging the programme for the Teachers' Association, which meets on the 21st at Due West, the committee Bought to select those subjects for discussion which would be interesting and at the Bametimeof practical value to our teachers. The following is a list of the subjects and the names of those who have been appointed to read papers upon them : How English Grammar should be taught? Prof. J. I. McCain, Due West. The Blackboard and its uses?Prof. J. W. Thomson, Abbeville. School Government?Prof. J. C. Cork, Ninety-Six. Graded Schools?Prof. J. S. Perrin, Hazelhurst, Miss. How Geography ahonld be taught?Prol. J. B. Watkins. Honea Path. The Importance of reading school journals and books on Education?W. C. Bell, Antreville. Moral Training in Schools?Rev. A. L. Patterson, Mt. Carmel. How to Interest the Children?Miss Leona Blake, Greenwood. The Primary Grades?Miss L. C. Thurston, Charleston. On the night of the21st Dr. W. M. Grier will deliver an address, and on the night of the 22nd, Prof. Hood will deliver one on History. I have not given tho exact order of the programme as that has not yet been arranged. A general discussion will follow the reading of each paper. The proprietress of the Due We6t hotel informs me that she can accommodate twentylive or thirty teachers, and prefers a large number to a small one. She has consented to entertain at very reduced rates and thus further tho success ot the Association. If she can secure ten boarders, she will charge only 80 cents a day, if twenty, or more, only 75 cts. Private houses will accommodate boarders at about the same rates. Surely every teacher in the county is willing to undergo such a slight expense for the pleasure and instruction that are provided by the programme. All the necessary arrangements for tbe meeting of the Association has been made and it now only remains lor our teachers to make it a success by their presence and participation in the exercises. R. G. McLEES. Chairman Ex. Com. | ?. ? "Cue of tbe Ilest Papers in the Country." Florence Times. Mr. Hugh Wilson, editor of the Abbeville Press and Banna-, tbe largest and most prosperous weekly newspaper in South Carolina outside of Columbia aud Charleston, and one of the best papers iu the country, spent last Friday here as the guest of the Times, where he will ever find a cordial welcome. Mr. Wilson was amazed at the 6ize of Florence and its indications of prosperity, and was much gratified to know such a healthy sign of progress was beine manifested by at least one town within the borders of old Carolina. He had read in the Florence Times of the thirtyfour trains arriving aud departing hero dally, and from the trains moving und whistles blowing and bells ringing lieswid all of these trains must have passed before breakfast. Mr. Wilson was on his way to New York for rest aud recreation, and we hope lie will meet with every pleasure on his trip. It does Florence good t<> have such visitors, and Florence is honored at Mr. Wilson having been hero. REV. JAMS BOYCE D. B? j DEPARTS THIS LIFE AFTER EIGHTY-ONE YEARS OF USEFULNESS. ? "Kiiob ye not that a Prince and n Mighty Mnii 1ms Fallen this Day?" ?Appropriate Fnneral Services in tlic Associate Reformed PrcsbyU1rian Church Conducted by th<5 ltrv. Wm. I'rcsslj in Coniiiieinora| tion of If Jin?Speeches by Revs. Vonn^, l.Rthnn. Sloan and CDrier. Dr. Boyce Is dead. The noble spirit "has passed over the River." One of the largest attended funerals that we have had In years was this one, The remains arrived on the do fn train last Wednesday morning the 31st from Charlotte. Dr. Boyce had been quite unwell for months. Ho was able to attend only the meetings of the different Boards during commencement. Ho weut to Mecklenburg county, N. C., a few weeks ago in hope that the change would brace np Mb system. He spent several weeks here with bis daughters. But life's work was done. The summons friend "come up higher" came to him last Monday evening about 10 o'clock at the house of his son-in-law, Dr. Hunter. Dr. Boyce was in many respects a remarkable man. He was nearly 82 years old. He did not use spectacles. He was a man of Arm convictions and a leader in the Associate Reformed cburch and occupied at his death tbe high position of President of the Seminary. On its arrival In Doe West the bier was placed In the church in charge of a committee of young men to remain there until 4:20 o'clock when It was interred. After burial, the audience re-assembled in the church and Dr. W. L. Pressly, conducted the funeral exercises. He first led in a most leellng prayer. He read three portions of scripture. The 90th Psalm entire, a part of the 25 chapter of Genesis and a part of the 19 chapter of Genesis He then briefly said: When David waB following the bier of Abner, ho said. Know ye not that a prince and a mighty man has fallen this day in Israel ? Now in all candor I think we can adopt this feeling to-day. Tho brother, the father, may I not say, whether he be great with men was doubtless great with God. No roan can be truly great without being good. The highest patent of nobility recognized in the Kingdom of Heaven is humility. The disciples asked Jesus, Who is greatest in the Kingdom of Heaven? He took a little child and set him in the midst of them and said he thathumbleth himself as this little chtld is greatest in tbe Kingdom of God. I repeat it, humility is the pattern of nobility with God. Learning is proverbially modest. A tiro often vaunts himself on his learning. But as he begins to climb the hill of knowledge he discovers how little ne knows. It has been said of the great and gifted Newton, after a life of great research. "I have only been gathering pebbles on llfes shore, the great ocean lies beyond." Precisely so humilitysuch humility as here displayed is an evidence of greatness. Especially does this apply iu the Kingdom of Heaven. This is eminently true of the Christian. Judged oy this standard, he whom we today follow to the grave was surely do mean man. However, this may be whatever difference of opinion there may be about bis talents as attainments?all will agree that both were alike consecrated to the service of the Master ?all was devoted to the advancement of his cause. More than this need not be said?more than this cannot be said. The highest enlogium ever pronounced on one of our race, was by the Master himself and was in these words: "She hath done what she could." The cbnrch was quiclc to detect t hese?this willingness and readiness to serve, and laid them under contribution. I For many years he was stated clerk of Synod. For thirty years he was chairman of the Faculty of her Theological Seminary. For a longer period he was chairman of the Board of Trustees of her literary institutions. From tho very beginning he was chairman of the Board of Foreign Mission. He was "In labor more abundant." But it was of him as a member of this congregation that we desira to speak more especially. For while he was a minister, he was a member as well?a member of this congregatl?n. I need not tell you how punctual ne was at all of our meetings. You will recall particularly his kindly sympathy with the suffering. Few men were more punctual in calling on the sick. Many of the living can testify to this fact. How many prayers by this godly man ascended up from the sick couch ? Wearing the appearance of austerity, he had as tender heart as a woman. The last funeral that took place here was that of a woman. This man of God lamented that he ? "?" /? AAA V* AW <n V*AT? laot oirtlrnoDu A a wao uuauiq DCC UOl 111 uoi JtHbOivnuvao. he spoke of It tears tilled his eyes and utterance was choked. Finally we say he was talthful unto deathdied in the harness?he came to his end as a grain of corn fully ripe unto the harvest. SPEECH OK l'UOF. ,T. N. YOUNG. At the conclusion of Pressly's intensely Interesting eulogy Rev. J. N. Young arose und said that it might, be as well for me to say nothing after what had just been so well i?id : But that I may not appear indifferent to the occasion I will add a word. The deceased brother was one with whom I have been long associated. It is a rare thing for one to he so long spared for usefulness as our friend was. For more than a half century he has been a standard bearer. In all our church meetings a familiar face was that of the venerable Dr. Boyce. In process of time he was called to the high position of instructor, faithfully aischarging all its duties. It is hard to realize that this face shall no more be seen, or that his Influence shall no more be felt. It is a great privilege to be a member of the church. It is a greater privilege to be a standard bearer in the church. It presents greater privileges and higher Influence. We add then as has been already said: A prince and a mighty man has this day fallen. Jt Is something to occupy thlB position so long. What was the manner in which David served God? It was establishing and giving peace to God's people. It was a remarkable testimony that having maintained a good profession be "fell on sleep." Wo mow Horivo o lncann nf nnonnrflcromonf from the example of those who have walked in faith and uprightness. We are often prone to think that death to the old is natural, but there is only a step between us all and death. We should ever be ready tor the command: "Enter thou into the joy of thy Lord." Let us all watch so we may be able to say at last: "May I die the death of the righteous and may my last end be like his." This is worthy the highest effort of the highest and brightest mind. Prof. Young now sat down. It was an interesting sight to seo an aged father thus speak of the labors of an aged and deceased brother. SPEECH OK ROBT. LATKAN, D. D. Dr. Lathan a co-professor of the Seminary now arose to pay a tribute to the memory of his life long friend. The speaker said this was a particularly sad occasion to him. He had been associated with Dr. Boyce a long time. Until I was fifteen years old I never heard any minister preach but him and Father Flennakin. He and the latter were class-mates. When I entered the ministry Dr. Boyce was clerk of Synod and continued in this position for many years. Many a night have we lain and talked together the wnole night. I feel sad?very sad! I have known Dr. Boyce as a Presbyterian pastor, and Theological Professor. I have known him under many circumstances. I have never known him but to be on the side of right. Self was lost. He labored to build up the Kingdom of God. I never heard him say anything laudatory of himself. He was Intensely humble. Once be had large powers that was universally recognized by the church. The Associate Reformed church has lost a good friend and the Church militant may say "another saint has gone to glory." Dr. Lathun spoke with much feeling. His remarks were brief, but to the point. SPEECH OF KEV. H. T. SLOAN, D. D. Dr. Sloan arose and delivered a touching and pathetic eulogy on Dr. Boyce. The Doctor said: Perhaps I deed to apologize for being here. I heard last week from a gentleman of Sardis, N. C., that Dr. Boyce was very low. To-day on the streets of Abbeville I heard that he was dead. I bad hoped to see bis fa^e again and to hear from his Hps words of soberness and truth. I decided tbat I would be one of the mourners here on this occasion and express my feelings of sadness and sorrow. "Thy friend and thy lather's friend forsake thou not." My father's house was his stopping place often when in Newberry county. Along with father Galloway have they spent many pleasant hours there in Christian converse. T)r Rnvfln lrvrnrl tn tAlk to children .ind tlicv were fond of bim. Ho bad a tender heart. Yes, he was my father's friend and their love was like the love of Jonathan and David. They loved to talk together about tbe interest of the Kingdom. Oh what a feast I have enjoyed listening at them in the days that are gone. Dr. Ralstou, of precious memory, was often a participant in those scenes. If we believe in heavenly recognition, there was a happy reunion when he and my father met the other night, and then there was an aged elder in Cannon creeli?what a meeting when they meet?with tears all washed away. The life of Dr. Boyce has been one of almost i perfect proportion. I remember once In Synod when Dr. Boyce and the old men were almost solidly opposed by the younc men, an elder came to me and said "I never think It safe to vote against the old men." He delighted In the old paths. It was a feast to listen to him after he had ; returned from a trip abroad. How charming his conversation. r Let us follow him as he followed Christ. .< "Him that oyer coineth will I giant," etc.) w . _ . - How happy these ranso.uec: spirits to walk the golden streets with those who have gone | before. Dr. Sloan was much affected during the delivery of the foregoing eloquent passages. SPEECn OF REV. W5T. ORIER, I). D. Tiie last who tenderly laid a flower upon the bier was Dr. Grier. The speaker said that the personal relation existing between us might suggest that I say nothing. I desire to add ray Inmble trllmto to what has been said. I regard it a privilege to do so. "I would not wish to outlive my usefulness." Many men have so wished. It was Dr. Hoyco's settled purpose "to die in the harness," If God so willed. If I was called upon to name the prominent characteristic of his life, it would be this, "ho was a strong man." The more we see of other assemblies and their work the more we admire such characters. He had convictions and held to them. His convictions often cost him much because they seperated dim from friends. He held these views with a broad catholicity. His is not the only case. I do not remember to have ever heard him say one word in detriment to other denominations. When I heard of Dr. Boyce's death I could not help thinking of the remark of ono of the sneakers at the contennlal, who after mentioning the fourteen founders of Ersklne College said: "These all save one have long since gone on to their reward. One, the venerable President ol the Seminary, is iitill left among us. "Like a rose in the wilderness left on its stalk To tell where a garden had been." Still wearing fresh and green his well earn" ed honors and patiently waiting the Invlta; tlon: "Friend come up higher," and may all we who havo sat at his feet, or approached with him the margin of the river, be ready to watch his triumphant flight, catch his falllug mantle and cry after him: "My father, my father, the chariots of Isreal and the horseman thereof." His work, will survive him and sing with the rivulet: "Men may come and men may go. But I go on forever." Now the last link that bound the church to that time and that generation has been broken. The good old elders and mothers of the church will feel that a friend is gone and that many of their fears may be realized. He has left us many lessons. May we profit by these. The deceased was marked Individuality. I was told (hat when in London as he walked the Btreets the people would stop in their rush of business and gaze at him as he passed along. So marked was bis personal individuality. He was the same way as to mind. He never made a speech in Synod without this marked individuality displaying itself. Now he leaves us this lesson tonold firmly to our own views, yet In charity. This lesson also comes to uh to-day. Certainly some of us may soon follow him. May each one of us be counted a member of that company "of happy people whose God is the Lord." Dr. Grler then pronounced the benediction and the large audlnance dispersed. The above account of the speeches was written down by us just as they were delivered and of coarse is not verbatim, but a fall synopsis of each speech. We thought it would be interesting to many readers of the Preat and Banner. In concluding this we will give a few of the leading Jacts in Dr. Boyce's life, and we desire here to say that of all the fathers of the church there were none whom my father more revered or had more Implicit confidence in than Dr. James Royce. Their sympathies ran very nearly along the same channel. Dr. Boyce was born July 8, 1808, and died July 29, 1889. He was consequently 81 years and not quite a month old. His primary education was acquired at jiUOUCiOl atounuijr, iur& uuuuijf, o. v>? uuuot Rev. E. Harris. He graduated at Jefferson College, PenrL, lri the Fall of 1829. He studied Theology under Dr. Isaac Grier. He was licensed to preached the Gospel in, 1831, and was ordained and Installed over New Hope congregation, Fairfield county, 1832. He was pastor of this people until 18o9, and in that year was elected President of the Theological Seminary in Due West, wnlch position he filled at his death. He was baptized and Joined tbe church in a few hundred yards of where he died: viz, at Sardiscburcb, North Carolina. Rev. R. G. Miller present pastor. Dr. Boyce was first married to a Miss Bell. After her death he married Mrs. Witberspoon the sister of Dr. Robt. C. Grier. He has two surviving children?Mrs. Maggie Elliott and Mrs. Dr. Hunter. A great and good man lias gone to his rest. R. 8. G. GREENWOOD'S EXPERIMENT STATIONS. "Pembroke" Visith the Poultry Vard nnd the Vineyards and Orchards and Gives njdescription of EachNothing: Succeeds Like Success. Greenwood, July 20,1889. .Your correspondent visited Dr. Millwee, Mr. J. R Leavell, Capt. Parks and others last week to see some of the flno chickens they are raising. The Mount Carmel correspondent finds it to be a disease, a fever that is contagious auu uauie iu ou ui a nonuua uaiuic if Jet run too long. Probably the worthy correspondent has not seen the fruits of careful attention, or as he would put it a malignant case of it, but brother come over here and see some of Dr. Millwee's White firahmas, or Capt. Parks' Leghorns and Plymouth Bocks, or Mr. W. C. Ktrawhorn's Javas and numer* ous other fanciers who have fine poultry, and wo will guarantee that you will pronounce it a success and not a fever. Dr. Mlllwee has we think undoubtedly the finest trio of white Brahraas that we have ever seen, and he has a perfect flood of young chickens. Among other varieties the Doctor has the White ana Black Wyandott3s and most particularly Brahmas of which he makes a specialty. HIb Brahmas are all Felch strain and are exceedingly fine birds. The Doctor says that the Brahmas undoubtedly take the precedence over all of the other chickens as being more thrifty and more Industrious and better in every respect. Dr. Mlllwee has :iis back yard cut off in five compartments ot lots by wire or net w Ire fencing. The different breeds are kept in their separate lots and not allowed to go with other chickens. Dr. Mlllwee will have a poultry exhibit at the "86" fair. Your correspondent next visited Mr. J. R. Leavell, who has just started at poultry raising. He has a number of fine fowls of which are the Brahmas, three-fourths breed, Plymouth Rocks and Wyandottes. Mr. Leavell has hlB poultry yard nicely arranged and his fowl house is a novelty of its kind. Mr. Leavell has some nice fowls and will soon rank with our best fanciers. Next we visited Capt. J. T. Parks, who is one of the best and most successful fanciers in the place. We found the Captain surrounded by an almost innumerable multitude ot chlcknns, crowing and chirping chickens. There were old chickens, young chickens, big chickens, medium size chickens, small chickens and all sizes from a monster Plvmouth Rock cock to an egg. Captain showed us a pen of Plymouth Rooks that was the finest we have ever seen of that variety. They were fine, large, healthy looking and showed the unmistakable features ol thoroughbred. Next Captain took us to see his Leghorn trio which In beauty surpassed any Leghorns that we ever saw. They were fine. Captain Parks is one of the most systematic of our fanciers, and gives a large amount of bis time and attention to them. Captain Parks will also have an exhibit at the "96" fair. He and Dr. Mlllwee have sold and shipped quantities of eggs and chickens for breeding all over the State. Dr. Mlllwee told us tbat he Had realized this year more than 880.00 clear profits on his Doultry, and he has only a limited number. We do not see why a regular poultry farm would not pay here. Greenwood will cross bats with Laurens at the Ninety-Six Fair. A very enthusiastic meeting of the "Bone and Sinew" of our country and says that Important measures were discussed and acted upon. Among them as the most important was the adoption of the State Agency and the ratifying of the consolidation of the National Alliance and Wheel. The Farmers Alliance movement is assuming a shape which portends to power. Your correspondent was taken by Mr. Jas, Davis through his orchard and vineyard only a few days since, and Ave do not think we can say too much in praise of the luscious fruit which grew in abundance. In the first place Mr. Davis is one who is thoroughly familiar 1 Vt/iwtlnnlf nva o?H vlti. UDQ UCqUillUbCU ITJIU UU1UVUIU1UV U...V. .... culture, which is proven beyond a doubt by the attention he gives Ills trees and the careful training of his grape-vines. We do not remember havine ever seen trees aJid vines that were kept la better order than those of Mr. Davis, and is no doubt the source of his success. The consequences are that he has fully matured fruit in abundance. Sir. Davis took us to the different trees laden with its sweet and tempting fruit, and pointed out to us its oualities and its particular characteristics. We admit that it was interesting. He then took us to his vineyard, and wo cannot recall a lovelier sight. Mr. Davis grows quite a number of varieties, some of which are of a recent propagation. Among them we might mention the Concord and Ives seedling, as no vineyard is a vineyard without them, Herbemont, Delaware, Moore's early, Ueethe or RudgersNo. 2, Maxatonl, Massasvlt, Brighton, Niagara, and a number of others that we cannot recall theuamesof. All of the above named grapes are a success, and when seen by your correspondent was ladan with the precious stuff. Mr. Davis by his close attention to his vines and trees, and careful pruning has demonstrated the fact that any body can raise fruit if they will but tako the trouble to care for and attend to them. We might mention other fruit that Mr. Davis showed us, umong them some special varieties of peaches but time forbids, and we will close with our thanks to Mr. Davis for his delltrbtful treat. PEMBROKE. Another largo Jot of flour just received and it will puy you to price our Xlour before buying. P. Rosenberg & Co. When in need of flour call on P. Rosenberg fc Co., uun get their prides?you will save money. > . . I ' :r' Vr - k V. fa.*' . *? i?B?I??Mi??i? ??MB? DOWN THE SAVANNAH. THE GRADY EXPEDITION A COMPLETE SUCCESS. "J. M. It." filye.s our Readers a (Jrnphic Description or the Progress of the Trip ?Good Dinnrra - Lnrso Crowd* and Plenty of Waiter Greeted the Explore at Every Tarn? Savannah's MaKiiificiont Waterpower. LOWSDESVILLE, S. C., .Tuly27. 1889. Editor Prrss and Banner: ^ ^ f in ivnjjuunu w an in viiuuun lw uiio u? the "Grady Expedition Party," we left bore 1 on tbe morning of the 23rd at early dawn, In I company with Dr. B. A. Henry, for Elberton, 1 Ga., where the Hon. Henry W. Grady waa to make an address beforo starting on his expedition down the Savannah River. A pleasant drive of three hours through the country of hills and valleys, brought us to the thriving village of Elberton, and we were takon In charge by our kinsman Col. T. W. Swift, whose hospitable homo Is known far and wide. Here we rested for an hour or more, and refreshed the Inner man while waiting for the arrival of the special that was to bring the Hon. H. W. Grady, and his friends whom he had Invited to Join him on his river expedition. At ten o'clock the special arrived bringing the Hon. H. W. Grady, H. W. Grady. Jr., Mayor Glenn, President Oglesby, of the Chamber of Commerce, Hon. W. A. Hemphill, Hon. Thos. F. Corrlgan, Messrs. Edward White, Chas. Johnson, and J. C. Kimball, Jr., of Atlanta, Ga., Prof. H. C. Whlteof the State University, Hon. H. H.Charlton, of Athens, Ga.. Hon. w. H. Fleming, and Hon. J. Rice Smith, of Augusta; T. L. Gant,of theSannerWcUchman, E. W. Barrett, of the Constitution, and about twenty members of the Georgia Legislature. The party were met by the reception committee, of which Mr. L. H. O. Martin was Chairman, and driven to the hotel, wber? Mr. Grady and his friends held an informal reception for half an hour. During this time the reception committee assigned their guests to the hospitable homes of their town where they were royally entertained. At eleven o'clock a long line of carriages landed tbe party at tbe stand, a half mile out of town, and Mayor P. W. Hawes, of Elberton, delivered an address of welcome to the visitors. The Hon. W. H. Mattox, Chairman of the invitation committee, then introduced the Hon. Henry W. Grady, as Georgia's most distinguished son. Mr. Grady was greeted with wild enthusiasm, and cheer after cheer was ?glven before he could speak to be heard even on the stand. He spoke for an hour and a half, using as his subject, "Some of tbeProblems thatConQront Us." U Is speech was a marvel of eloquence, and the thousands who heard him are enthusiastic in their praises. After the speech, which was greeted many times by storms of applause, Mr. Grady held a reception upon the platform, and he was overwhelmed with congratulations. A plcnlo dinner was then spread, and the beautiful oak grove of about ten acres, was literally covered with good eatables. A more sumptuous spread has never been made In the State of Georgia in honor of any man, than was given by Mr. Grady and his friends on this occasion. After dinner theassemblage was entertained by short speeches from Congressman H. H. Charlton, Prof. H. C. White, Mayor Glenn, Hon. T. F. Corrigan, Hon. W. A. Hemphill, Hon. W. H. Flemmlng, and President Oglesby. Each was introduced in a happy manner by Mr. J. P. Shannon, and all the speeches were well received. The crowd was variously estimated from four to six thousand people, and we had a prominent citizen to tell us, "I have heard Tooms, Hill and Stevens in their best days, but never saw them greeted, by so large a crowd as the crowd that greeted Mr. Grady here to-day." In the evening a game of baseball was played between Elberton and Washington (Ga.) team, which resulted in favor of Elberton, The game was Interesting, and was witnessed by several thousand people. Thatnigbt a band was parading the streets and serenading the guests of the town until a late hour. At four o'clock the members of the Legislature returned to Atlanta, and also Mayor Glenn, whose business prevented him from extending his trip. At six o'clock the next morning the party numbering fifty boarded the train for Bartwell. The run was made in two hours, and atKoystona committee from Hartwell met the party, and upon our arrival we were escorted by the committee to the hotel where breakfast was prepared in abundance. It was particularly enjoyed by each member of the party, and as Mr. J. Rice Smith, of Augusta, expressed it, "that when a man breathed the air of this section for a few days, he then wanted to eat the earth." After breakfast each member of the party was shown the seat assigned them iu the carriages provided to convey them to Andersonville, a distance of ten miles. The party reached the river at eleven o'clock, and were met by Messrs. Earl and Humphreys. F<Jr a distance of half a mile the road was lined on both sides with people and buggies aud rendered it Impossible to do otherwise than leave the vehicles in the road. The carriage containing Mr. Grady was driven in the- flat, and with the members of his party he was taken to the Carolina side. A throng of people were there to greet him, and three cheers were given with such a will that they made the hill-tops resound. The party were conducted to the home of the Earls on the summit, where they were met with an old Carolina 'reception. Judge Cothran, Gen. Humphreys, Major B. V. Whitner, Col. Sloan, and others, were here introduced to the party, and a few moments were here spent at an elegant luncheon, which was very much enjoyed by the entire party. The party were then driven to the stand which was situated at the bottom of the hill, thus causing the seats to be in amphitheatre style. The high hill was well snaaea ana hiopiug uuwu a uiduuiwo u> vnc hundred yards, It offered seats for many , thousands to see and hear. The stand was prettily decorated with flowers and flags. The united States flag floated over the center of the stand; on the right the flag of the Palmetto Rifles, and on the left the Patrick Military Institute flag. On one end of the stand was the motto of Georgia, on the other the motto of South Carolina. Between these two mottos was extended a blue ribbon, representing the Savannah River, and beneath it was the following: "Nomore twain, but one people." On each side of the stand was a stand the bands of Hartwell and Anderson, and each played alternately. At t%velve o'clock, Mr. Grady leaning on the arm of Judge Cothran, ascended the stand amid a tumult of applause. Major B. F. Whltner called the audience to order, and Rev. J. Walter Dixon invoked a blessing on , the meeting. Mayor J. h. Tribble, of Anderson, welcomed Mr. Grady in a short, but happy manner. His remarks were well chosen and were received with applause. Mr. A. G. McCurry, of Hartwell, responds in behalf of Georgia, and his remarks were well received. Mojor li. F. Whltner then Introduced Mr. Grady. He was received with great enthusiasm, and spoke for an hour and a half. He discussed three movements as shown by statistics I 1st Of the diminution of the village and country population, and of the corresponding growth'of cities. 2nd. The tremendous movement of mortgaging the farm lands of the country. 3rd. The fact that while the cities of Georgia, since 1860, have grown sixty million doltora nphflr the country Is fifty million dol lars poorer. We have nover seen a speaker listened to more attentively, nor heard a speech that so completely captivated an audience. It can never be forgotten by those who heard it. Judge Cothran wt.s the next speaker introduced and he was in good trim. He paid a beautiful tribute to Mr. Grady's effort, and said that the audience were well repaid for their trouble in getting there. He closed with reference to the ties that blud Qeorgla and South Carolina together. Congressman H. H. Charlton was next introduced, and bis remarks were full of wit and humor, and were received with the greatest applause. A speolal dinner was then in readiness for the party, and after enjoying the same the party went on board the boats. The crowd was the largest we have eyer seen assembled in the country, and It was estimated at from six to ten thousand. The boat containing Mr. Grady, and known as the "Reba," was under the management, of Col. W. H. Mattox, with Geo. Bowman, colored, as pilot. With twenty-tour passengers and the crew the Reba started on her voyage promptly at lour o'clock. As she floated gently on the smooth waters of the Savannah, the river banks were thronged with people who were there to wish the party bon voyage. The following is a list of the Reba's passengers: Messrs. H. VV. Grady, H. W. Grady, Jr., J. C. Kimball. Jr., J. R. Holllday, Thomas F. Corrigan, Edward White, Charlie Johnson, oir Atlanta, E. W. Jiarrett, 01 tne Oonstiiution, CoJ. W. H. Mattox, Col. T. M. Swift, J. C. Shannon, J. C. Swearingen, L. M. Heard, R. W. Heard, L. H. 0. Martin, Thomas Hester, P. W. Davis, of Elborton, Prof. H. C. White, of the University of Georgia, Larry Gaut, of the Athens Banner- U'a/c/iinan, Congressman Charlton, and J. M. Baker, of Lowndesville, S. C. A more jolly party could not havo been found in either Georgia or Carolina. The Reba was accomdanied by two other boats, one of which was under tbe management of Captain I. II. McCalln, of Lowndesville, S. C., with thirty passengers; the other was the commissary boat which was literally loaded down with good things, and with Messrs. Shannon, Harper, Tate and Swearingen as Commissaries, the welfare of the party could not have been more carefully looked after. The boats used are commonly known as cotton boats, having been used for the transportation of cotton from Andersonville to Augusta, before the completion of the Savannah Valley Railroad. They were nicely fixed up for the occasion with comfortable seats anil canopy tops. The Reba is the property of Col. W. II. Mattox, and has carried many a ; bale of the Ueecy product to the Lowell of i the South. She seemed to be In special trim for the voyage, and as she floated so carefully | on the waters of McDaniel's shoals, she 1 seemed to realize that her mission was to ?? s j ~ >ear Georgia's most distinguished son over be waters of the Savunnhh, whose water >ower to-day is unknown to the world. The vuter powerof the Savannah River will no onger be known alone on ltn borders, for In . he near future It will receive the attention of 1 Jeorgia's gifted Journalist, and the columns >( the (JonntitutUm will ring with the nrwgnifl*ont water power of the Savannah River. The voyage from Andontonvllle to Park's ferry, a distance of fifteen mile*, was made ust as theday was drawing to a close, hut ivnH Interspersed with racing, swimming, coniests between tho boat* and passengers. It ivas a sight well worth seeing when the Reba jot stuck on n rock, and Messrs. Grady and jnnt. Prof. White and Congressman Barnes ed the passengers III 'knee-breeches" cosLume into a shoving scheme, when tho Reba moved on, leaving some of her distinguished passengers on the rock in the river. KeachingJ'ark's Ferry, the party registered at "Evsrgreen Hotel," and in a few minutes each passenger was assigned a beautiful water oak its a canopy under which to rest. Thirty minutes were given for swimming, then supper was announced, when all the party reported ready for business. Afler enjoying a square meal the concert began, and continued until the dawn of the morning star. It was a Jolly party, ana not mucn sleeping who luuuigcu At four o'clock next morning we continued our Journey down the river, reaching Moseley's Ferry, the home of Col. W. H. Mattox, at twelve o'clock. Here the party were met by a large number of Carolinians and Georgians who had prepared a barbecue dinner for the party. The crowd was anxious to bear Mr. Grady, and he made a short speech. The party were ready for the dinner, and when commenced It was dispensed with like "Dr. Charlton's batter-cakes." Tbe party left here for the foot of Trotter Shoals at three o'clock. This was the most interesting part of the trip, and it was made all the more interesting by one of tbe hardest rains we have ever seen fall during the last mile of the trip. The ride through tbe shoals was exciting and interesting, and It was the subject of much speculation. At the end of the shoals we found ourselves landed at Tate's Mill to spend tbe night The party was somewhat tamer than the night, before and considerably wetter. With plenty to eat and a huge pile of fodder on which to sleep, the party retired early, and we bad no concert there save that of the katydids, and their music was soon lost sight of by the snoring of Larry Gant. Early in the morning Messrs. Shannon. Martin and Swearlngen began to stir and with tbe kind assistance of Messrs. W. E' Tate and Z. A. Tate, they prepared us a break faat that was net only complimented by tue party, but actual enjoyment was evidenced by ttao quantity of fresh flsh consumed. After a meeting of the Invited guests, Mr. Grady made a few remarks. In which he said he hoped be would have the pleasure of making the same trip some future day, and expressed himself as delighted with his ride down the river. Carriages were at the mill to convey the party to Elberton, where Mr. Grady and party left for Atlanta at 3.80 that evening. J. M. B. THE GRADY EXPEDITION. Resolutions* of Thanlcs Adopted by the Member* at the Conclusion of the Trip. Tate's Mill, Elbert Co., Ga.. July 26,1889. The'invited guests of the "Grady Expedition Party" assembled in Tate's Mill this morning after breakfast, and on motion of Hon. Henry W. Grady, Mr. T. L. Gant was made Chairman, and Mr. J.M. Baker Secretary of the meeting. On motion of Hon. H. H. Charlton the following committee wus appointed by the Chairman to draft suitable resolutions expressive of their appreciation of the many kindnesses and generous hospitality extended to the party by the people of South Carolina, andElbert and Hart counties, Georgia: Hon. H. EL Ctiarlten, Prof. H. C. White, Hon. H. W. Grady, Hon. Tbos. F. Corrlgan and J. M. Baker, were appointed a committee to draft the resolutions. The committee submitted the following reDort. which was "adopted by a unanimous vote. and amid great applause Resolved, That our warmest thanks are due and are hereby tendered to the good people of South Carolina, and Elbert and Hart counties, Georgia, who have so generously lavished their hospitality and unstinted kindness upon our party during our trip through their respective sections. Resolved, That we as their guests have been the objects of their constant attention, and have received at their hands such generous courtesies as have endeared them individually and collectively to us. We are in a special manner indebted to Col. W. H. Mattox, Col. T. M. Swift, Messrs. J. P. Shannon, L. H. O. Martin, I. H. McCalla, Dr. N. G. Long, W. E. Tate, Z. 1. Tate, J. C. Swearengen, W. H. Heard, Jas. Mcintosh, E. B. Benson, the honorable Mayors of Anderson and Elberton, as well as the other local authorities of these towns, and the Richmond <k Danville Kali-; road for personal favors bestowed with princely prodigality: and our genial hosts, the Earls, and others of Anderson ville, who will ever.'have a warm spot id our hearts whilei the memory of these pleasures remain! and to the ladies, whose tender hands and sweet smiles added so much to our entertainment our gratitude cannot be expressed. Resolved. That the natural advantages of this section of the Valley of the Savannah, as well as the sturdy worth of ite people, have charmed us beyond expression, and we predict for it and Its people the early dawn of a matchless prosperity. Resolved, That the resolutions be published in the Atlanta Constitution, Banner-Watchman, News and Courier, the Elberton, Hartwell, Anderson and Abbeville papers. T. L. GANT, J. M. Bakek, Chairman. Secretary. SAYINGS AND D0ING8 ON TEE SAVANNAH SIDE. The Beven-Hill-CUy Stirred on Edncation?Improvemen tn?VIM tor*? The Rains and the Crops. Lowndesville, Augt. 5,1889. Mrs. G. W. Speer, of Monterey, was in our town on Monday. Prof, J. F. Harper and wife returned to town last Monday from their Elbert visit Mr. R. A. McConnel paid bis parents In Anderson a visit last Sonday and Monday. Mr. W. H. Martin, of Spartanburg came in last Monday on a visit to the family of his son, Rev. W. S. Martin. Our town was filled with country people the first of last week. Miss Carrie Mathews who has been visiting in our town, and has made so many friends here returned to her home in Atlanta last Monday. Mr. J. M. Baker went to Augusta Thursday and returned on Friday. Dr. J. D. Moseley and Mr. H. A. Tennant went to Abbeville last Thursday. The meeting in tbe Baptist church closed last Wednesday, witn me u o ciock mirviue. County Commissioner J. E. Brownlee was In town last Friday. Mr. H. A.Tennant was called to Elberton on business on Friday last. Hon .J. Belton Watson, of Anderson, visited his brother-it?-law's family, Mr. B. B. Allen the latter part of last week. With forty odd bands our council done some needed work on our streets last Friday. Mr.S. G. Baker, of Anderson, spent last week at his father's Mr. 8. S. Baker. Miss Fannie Henry, of Elberton, is visiting Miss Minnie Lee Harper. They attended services in the Methodist church here yesterday. There was a large, enthusiastic meeting at Barnes station j^sterday. Hon. J. Belton Watson, Col. W. E, Walters and Dr. A. Speer entertained the crowd, in appropriate and convincing speeches, urgiug the planters, all to unite in this great planters movement. The good ladies of that section, with well Ailed basket fed the hungry crowd. There was quite a large and representative citizens meeting in town yesterday evening in the interests of education. After a iree expression of opinion it was decided to establish a high school in this place provided the necessary arrangement can bo made, aud there is no doubt about that, if the people will take hold as they ought, as this Is a move in tho right direction. iV more extended account of this meeting will be given the readors of the country papers, by Mr. E. R. Horton, the secretary. Tho coloredfpeople are now building quite a commodious church near the depot, will soon have It ready for occupancy. Thero was preaching in tho Methodist and Presbyterian churches yesterday, by the re spective pastors, and sunuuy scauoi iu ?n of our churches. Messrs. Baker, Chambers and Mathews, by having a large raised lloor over the rear end of their store, will add much to the convenience and capacity of it as it also gives them the benellt of a largo cellar. Last Friday night in some parts ol our township there was the rain ol the season, a regular waterspout, which seriously damages the com ul the smaller streams, some of them being hljrherthen ever before known. The Cotton Seed Oil Company, of Augusta, Ga., has built a large house near the depot, ill which to store cot tun seed this fail. We are in receipt ol a very neat uud creditable catalogue gotten up bv the Ninety-Six Fair Association. Ths secretary will please accept thanks. Judge J. B. liclvoy and family left last Tuesday by private conveyance, for the mountains, where they will sj>cnd the summer. Mr. J. 11. Baskin accompanied them. Mr. Herbert Barnes, of Anderson, for a day or two past, has been visiting his brother Mr. D. L. Barnes. Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Franks left by railroad last Thursday, for Morgan ton, N. C., to visit Mrs,.John l'erklns, the sister of the lormcr. Mr. J. .T. Moseley and little Roscoe, left yesterday for Greenville, where they will spend several days. J ust crowds upon crowds of colored people have been iu attendance upon their Iiis-1 irlct Conference held here, for the last few Jajs. TUO U BE. j - ~~ ' "jM ' '' - ft.V?> ;. ' ABBEVILLE BIBLE SOCIM. MEETING OF THE AUXILIARY SOCIETY OF ABBEVILLE COUHTY. . j Fall Text of the Proceeding:*, with Report* of Branch SoeioUe*?Re?o? lutlons ol" Kospcrt for Oca. P. H. It rrulley,?Election or Officer* for the Ensulus Year. Tlic Sixty-Sixth Annaal Meeting of the Ab? bcvlllc District Bible Society convened In the ! Presbyterian chnrohat a, M.,on Wednes- > day, tno.'ilst July. IHSfl. Vice President 8amuel McGowan In the Chair. Meeting opened with prayer hy Bev. R. P. v Bradley, the roll of members wa? called, rain- ' utfs of the last meeting read and approved. Rev. Robert Lathan, I). D.f delivered the annual sermon frorn the text: "The- law of the Lord Is perfect, converting the boqI." A hat collection was taken up, amounting to 87.90. The address waa omitted, the principal and > alternate having rendered an exanseror nondell very of It. Thlrty-foar old members and two new : mem born of the District Auxiliary Society : paid their annual dues of $1.00 and were enrolled. The following Branch Societies reported: Due West? Delegates, JR. S.GalJoway and R. W. Jiaddon, uoniriouuon HJ.uu. The Dae West Bible Society held its annual meeting Saturday, June 8, 1880. After the ; usual devotional exercises, Mr. W. L, Miller, of Abbeville, S. 0., waa introduced and de- v llvered an interesting and appropriate address on "The Bible: and Why we Should . Prize It." . y.M Mr. R. S. Galloway, Librarian and Treaeur- ' er, then made bis report, showing the num- ; ber andprlcesof all books sold and distributed during the year, also a full report as Treasurer. The annual dues and oontriba- saltans were then collected amounting in all to ; 821.50. Rev. W. L. Pressly, D. D? was requwted to present the claims of this society to hli congregation and ask their assistance in the work. The Treasurer was instructed to for- > ward all funds on hand to the Abbeville Society. The following persons we appointed to; * represent this Society at your annual meeting in July: Rev. J. N. Young, Prof. J. P. Lee, ; Dr.J.L. Miller, Prof. H. E. Bonner, W. P.. Kennedy, R, W. Haddon and R. 8. Galloway. Greenville Church?A. Stevenson, J. L. Mc- ' Cord, L. B. , W. P. Stone and R. P. Brownlee. Contribution S10.2S, Lebanon?Delegate, Charles Evans. Contrl- ; button $4.80. Cedar Springs and Long Oane?D. W. Jay; J. L. Pressly. W. W. Purdy, J. H. Chiles and ' Daniel Atkins. , Troy?Delegates, J. D. Neel and J. L. White. , Contribution 124.00. , <;/$ McCormiekr-Delegates, S. D. Irvln, James Cothran, Jr. Contribution 120X10.' The Mccormick Branch Bible Societylo^ cated at MoCormick, in the township of Bordeaux, held its annual meeting at MeOor* mick on the 28th of Joly, 1888.' The reports of . the Treasurer, Depository and Board of Managers were read, and a sermon delivered bjr . the Rev. A. L. Patterson. The following persons were chosen officers of the Society for the ensuing year, to wit: 8. * D. Irvln,President: O. H. Henderson, VicePrMlrlent .T S Mel Ann flwnttra inil TMU. ' urer. Jas. Cothran, Jr., bepoeltary. The Board of Managers consists of O. W. v Andrews, J. A. Crelgtaton and J. L, Harris. ?. ?> .4 *ftun/?Delegate, F. L. Morrow. Contrfbu- . tloD, 85.50. DonaldsviUe?No delegates. Contribution, 87.70. " >; Greenwood?Delegates, J. T. Park* and OL A. C.Waller. Contribution820.00. tfWZofr?Delegates, 8. B. Knox, L. P. Hark' ness. Contribution 814.50. Kockg River ? Delegates, E. Calhoun, J. CI eckley, and J. A. Hawthorn. Contribution 89.15. The Rocky River Branch Society sends this ., annual report to the Auxiliary Society to meet at Abbeville on the 81st of July, 1889: . We have forty-nine members on oar roll, and . all of these manifest a commendable Interest , in the welfare of the Society. We held our first annual meeting sn the 17th of July; and were privileged to bear an excellent sermon by Rev. L. F. Beaty, on the 130th verse of the 119th Pfealm .-."The entrant*;^ of thy word giveth light." Alter whloh tbp 1 Society heard an appropriate address by Mr. ' L. C. Haskell, on "The Mighty Influence of < the Bible in Modern Times.17 ' V: The business meeting waa then called toor> der by the President Edwin Calhoun, and encouraging reports were made by the officer*. Tbe Treasurer's report shows that all the old , members have paid their, annual dues; that j be has purchased and has on band In the depository ten dollars worthof books, has made but few sales, and has on band 88J5, which we send by the delegates to the Treasurer of the Auxiliary Society. The same officers were re-elected for the coming year and Edwin Calhoun, Johnston Cleckly and J as. A. Hawthorne were elected ' rlolcmitM tn attend thnnnnnn.1 mwUnrirf th? ' Auxiliary Society at Abbeville. Ninety-Six, Coronaca and Lowndeavl lie, recently organized, failed to Bend In any report or contribution. Prol. Wm. Hood, of the committee to prepare a minute commemorative of Gen. P. H. . Bradley, deceased, made bis report and the following resolutions were adopted: Resolved 1. That while we deeply lament the death of this worthy and efficient member of our 8oclety, we nevertheless humbly recognize the right of Him. In whom we all ' live, to give life, und take It away again, according to the time and way determined by His own novereign wllL ' Resolved 2. That we will not only cherish . ' the memory of our deceased friend and colaborer, but endeavor to follow the example bis noble life so beaatlfully sets before no. Resolved 3. Tnat a blank page of our minute book be Inscribed to his memory. Mr. J. F. C. DuPre, Librarian and Treasurer, made a full report, which was referred to an auditing coramitteo consisting of C. A. C. Waller, R.S. Galloway and D. w. Jay. The committee reported the reports properly vouched and correct. Adopted. Jtev. W. F. Pearson moved that the Corresponding Secretary be requested to prepar* a suitable form to embrace all the Information which the Branch Societies should convey to the District Auxiliary Society in their />. annual reports. Adopted. The Acting President reported the death of Vice President A. B. Waralaw since oar last annual meeting, and on motion of Mr. Parker a committee consisting of W. BL Parker, S,. Dr. J. L. Pressly and Prof Wm." Hood, was appointed to prepare and submit a suitable minute to his memory to the next, annual meeting of this Society. The President also reported the recent death* Tamao Davtaa T\ n n /kvoata* a/ ?k(a Ul ivcv, jauico iA7/a/h a uimvuvk wt ?uto Society, and on motion of Rev. W. F. Pearson a committee consisting of Dr. Robert La than. Rev. W. F. Pearson and R. 8. Galloway vai appointed to prepare a suitable minute to bU memory to report to the next meeting of tbla Society. On motion It was resolved that the rule allowing "Colored Sunday Schools to* receive two dollars worth of Bible* and Testaments for every onedollappald Into the treasury of this Society be extended to all Sunday Schools, when they are unable to pay full price. On motien of J. W. Perrln the thanks of this Society were extended to Rey. Robert Lathan for his able Bermon delivered before It to-day. The Treasurer reported 1229.39 on hand, besides reports of several Branch Societies not turned over. The Society ordered tbat SiO be appropriated to making Mrs. Lucy White a life member of the American Bible Society, and tbat the balance after the payment of the expense account, be remitted to the American Bible Society to be Invested In Bibles and Testaments, to be distributed 'to the Branch Societies by the District Librarian, us their necessities may require. Rev. L. F. Beaty was elected principal preacher for the ne:ct annual meeting with Rev. W. H. Hanckel as alternate. Prof. J. L McCain was elected principal orator with Prof. J. W. Thomson alternate. J. B. Franks having been absent from two annual meetings of this Society wltnont ex 1 1 / cuse, was uruppcvi iium iud uu?u vi uucv tors. Rev. J. L. Wilson gave excuse for tarillness which was sustained. J. S. Cothran, J. W. tircen and W. T. Matthews rendered excuses to the Board of Directors for absence. A J. D. Ni-t-i and J. T. Parks were absent from A meotloc of Board, were present at the meetof the Society. The following officers wore elected to serve^H for the ensuing twelve months. Rev. W. M. Grier, D. D., President \ J.S. Cothran, S. McGowan, H. T. Sloan, Joe Ij. Pressly, and C. A. C. Waller, vice A. B. Ward law, deceased, Vice Presidents. Rov. W. F. Pearson. J. T. Parks, J. P. Kennedy, J. D. Nee), Rev. R. F. Bradley, Charles I Evans, W. H. Parkei, Wm. Hood, J. L. Wll!son, D. D., Rev. W. 1. Mathews, S. D. Irvln and J. W. Huokabee, vice J. B. Franks, dropped, Directors. j. F. C. DuPre, Librarian and Treasurer. L. W. White, Corresponding Secretary. * L. W. Perriu, Recording Secretary. Parker Paragraphs. Pahkkr, S. C.. August 2, 1889, The refreshing rains gladdened the hearts of the farmers in and near the Flat woods. The mall to Parker comes twice daily, three times a week, quite a convenience. Mr. aud Mre. V. R. Thornton, of Atlanta, Ua.. after spending iwo weercs wnn ineir sister Mrs. J. H. Latimer, returned heme on last Friday. Mr. J. II. Latimer arrived Saturday noon froiu atrip to District Conference held at Newberry. Twooi Augusta's most accomplished young ' ladies, Misses Sallleand Minnie Richards are visiting Miss Maggie Latimer. Master George Parker, of Augusta, Is visiting Master Willie I>atiiner. Fruit and Melons are in abundance. HOMO. All who appreciate good flour ehould buy from 1*. Rosenberg & Co. P. Rosenberg & Co., are offering ail grades of flour at very low prices. The finest flour 011 the market is for sale by 1*. Rosen berg ?fc Co. TYyone barrel and you will use no other. Preparatory to taking stock we Lava greatly reduced our price# in every department. P. Rosenberg <? Co.