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e Press and Banner. BY HUGH WILSON. o ri Pn^rns. ABBEVILLE, S. C. fcaTPublished every Wednesday at a year in advance. Wednesday, Aug. 11,1897. T. Lor ton KobiiiNon <fc Company. By reference to notice elsewhere it will be seen that Messrs. T. Lortoti Uobertson and F. V,ofnrmod u tfvmnrt IlPTxlliO I. tvuuci imru in * v ivnuvu ? 1 and engaged in the grocery and confectionery business, at the stHiid forraely occupied by J. C. Corley, who nas reiired from business. These young men are worthy and deserve the generous support of the tradiug public. Mr. T. Lorton Robertson will always be found in the store, polite and anxious to wait on customers. Give him a call and buy a good bill of goods to give his business a booming start in the commercial world. DiNliugiiiMheti llncHt. Congressman Latimer was in town lasi Friday, giving 1 be orators of the day an opportunity to store his mind with valivable informations on the tarltr question. Congressman Latimer is a faithful Representative at Washington, and has ever been watchful of tne oesi interests 01 iue peu[>?. nc m ing up squarely for the dispensary, and will champion the cause of States Rights when it comes to governing the liquor traffic. Lost. Two checks on the Bank of Charleston, S. C., drawn by A. T. Porter In favor R. M. I'errin. One for One Hundred Dollars, dated 1st August, 1897. The other for Sixty-One 8100 Dollars, dated 1st September, 1897. A suitable reward will be paid for their return to the undersigned. All persons are warned not to trade for them as payment as been stopped. July 28, 1897, L. W. l'eriin. ^ I Survivor# Association. The annual meeting of the Abbeville County Survivors Association has been postponed by the Board of Honor to the 19th of August. Then we will expect to have "all present or accounted for." J. Fuller Lyon, July 27, 1897. Adjutant. Now at Houen Path. Mr. Frank P. Robertson is now employed in the store of Mil ford A Co., at Honea Path. He is a member of the firm of T. Lortou Robertson & Co., of Abbeville, and N well known to our people. Success to him is his new borne. Teacher Wanted. Wanted?A Male Principal for the Sharon school. Good position to the right man. Apply to J. T. Cheatham. Xew Telephone!*. Subscribes to the telephone system will please odd the following name their cards: John A. Harris, residence, 98. Dr. L. T. Hill, office, itt. Miss Lee Sciiroeder returned home lust Thursday, after a pleasant visit lu Townville She was accompanied by her sister, Mrs. Johnson. Miss Min*nik Gibson, of l'endleton, is on a visit to her brother, Mr. J. C. Cox. Go to Uruce's for chickens, hens, fries and broils, priccs to salt the times. INTERESTING MEETING. ? Rev. ItlcKlnnou itnil Dr. WIInoii Klxllrn f/k? Cul .i> 4 l<v.. af Wan An AcconipllNlied Younjr Lndy Furnishes the Music. An interesting meeting is in progress this week at Upper Long CaDe church conducted L by the pastor. Rev. J. F. McKlnnon, and the | Rev. Dr. J. Lowrie Wilson. Two services are I held each day, with an intermission of an hour. Miss Eva Kirby, of Abbeville, preHEBflp sides efficiently at the ortcan, and the large choir, wit>h the congregation, furnishes good music. I.ochIn- Amos B. Morse. Big lot bagging and ties beiog tauled in this week. Ice cream churns at cost, to close out, Cash. 5 hammocks to close at cost. Cash. 1 fly fan at cost. Cash. Gents' straw hats from 50c. to SI .25, all go at 50c. Cash. A esse each, fresh oatmeal, shrimp and ol tves, just Id. 1 case salted tea flakes to arrive this week. We still have good assortment turnip seed. Plenty of large palm fans. One box choice fresh lemons. W. D. RarkNtlale A Co. Lociil*. Lots of tinware at low prices. Tin sets, assorted colors, nice goods, ?l set. Five gallon pump oil can $1. Galvanized pans, tubs, etc. Granite pans, dipper*, coffee pots, sauce pans, copper bottom coffee pots. Something new. New lot Harris suspenders. The very best sold from 10c pair up. The best ham sold Is Morrison's. Come and see them. All sizes. Morrison's B. bacon only 10c pound. Athens home ground mea!?the finest. Coffees, a good rlo, 9 pounds for 81. Rice, grits, salt, sugar, meat. Our'-Valley Patent" Is hard to touch for a hall patent flour. Get a barrel and be convinced. A fresh lot ' Grandeur" just In. Nothing better sold. Some new styles In calicoes. Ratlines and dress goods. All calicoes at 5c, including a nice assortment of Simpson's block and gray prints. 45-inch all wool sereeonly T>0c. 41 inch all wool heurletta only SOc. 30 lucli Sea Island, I nice and smooth,5c yard. ) Tickings, outings, bleacblngs, etc. I Crockery, glassware. I A big line of lamps. All Kinds, sizes, styles r aud prices. Chimneys, etc. Come and see lust what we have In all Hues. Yours to s^rve, W. L). Harksdale & Co. A. !M. Hill >i Sons I,ornl<i. If you want a wagon remember we are county agents for the sale of the celebrated Mllburn and Studebaker wagons, and have now a splendid stock ou hand. Is your old wagon worn out ? If so, call and get a new one. Our line of carriages, phaetons, buggies and csrts was never more complete, nor offered at prices half so low. See our prices and you will be sure to buy. Harness, part* of harness, whips, lap robes, buggy umbrellas and everything in this line can de iouqu ai lowest figures at our repository. Remember we are "headquarters" for the best wagons made, at prices to suit the times. Try those fine silver back mackerel Just received and lor sale at retail. Finest blend of imported teas to be found any where for 50 cents per pouud. "Kennedy's"celebrated tea cakes, fresh and nice, just received. Another lot of "BlankoV and "Lowney's" fine French candles to arrive this week. Try our blend of "Java and Mocha" cofl'ees and you will be pleased. Found only at A. M. Hill & Sons. A Handsome S. A. I.. Souvenir. The .Seaboard Air Line and Merchants' and Miners'Transportation Company iu arranging for further details of the Personally C'on4 ducted Tour to Providence, It. I., and the ti'>asi, august jmi. nave ibkupci a nanusome souvenir badge and button. The badge repreKentK one of the latest souvenir designs, and In made of blue ribbon and while celluloid medallion, with metal rim. On I lie medallion appears the S. A. L. Pullman Vestibule Limited Train running at full speed, and Is named "The Cyclone." On the button ap-j pears the M. & M. T. Co. and 8. A. L. flag i trade-marks In blue and red, with the words I "Are you going on the Providence Kxcursion, | August llth ?" The badges will only be given to the pur-l chasers of excursion tickets for this occasion, I but the buttons can be secured by addressing j T. J. Anderson, General Passenger Agent, Portsmouth, Va. WEST END, Happening* and Incident* of a Week Around tlie Cily. The Abbeville Cotton Mill made its first uhtnmant i?f /tlnlh SnflirdfllV Thifi Vi 11 i I> ment was tea large bales of goods, and went to Kansas City. Mo., via the S. A. L. In the 10 hales were 17.804 yards of cloth. It won't he long before the Abbeville Cotton Mill's products will be found for sale all over "I'ncle Nam's" domain. t>ur city Is fully awakened and the cotton mill is only the forerunner of other enterprises that will bring capital and citi/.?ns in our midst. We have the best. cMy in the state. The most delightful and healthy climate. The most hospitable and kind hearted people, and a country second to none in South Carolina, for farming, all around us. Of course Abbeville is growing, and will continue to grow, with these advantages to hold out to the home seeker and investors. We say to you who are looking for a home, come to Abheville and you will have found the right place. The Graded School Library slowly but surely grows. Quite recently about 80 new books were bought and have been added to thcllbrary. This institution should have the encouragement and help of every one in Abbeville. Xo money could be better invested, than that given to help the library. Whether you have Ihe time or Inclination for reading, join the Library Association, the dollar spent in that, way will do good not only now but will for years and years to come pay big t_. 1?^ ,Hqi TIIO unrroi. i en; uiui|iuuiiuru ....... . ..? young ladles who have worked so faithfully and well for the success of thisspecial feature of our Graded School, deserve the thanks of everyone, but. more especially of those parents who have children going to school, tor to them thi< small but choice lot of books Is an unbounded source of pleasure and profit. Let us help the school library in every way possible. Mr. S. II. Myers after spending several weeks in the city, the guest of Mr. A.Cohen, left for Augusta last Friday. Miss Florence Templeton is visiting her friend, Mrs. Haws, at Bordeaux. Miss Livingstone, of Seneca City, S. C., and Miss Lee. of Greenwood, are the charming guests of Miss Saidee Lee. Mrs. Charles Stern, of Athens, Ga., came over Monday afternoon for a few days* slay wilh her daughter Mrs. A. Cohen. Mrs. J. K. C. I)u Pre, after several weeks stay with her sons, left for home last Saturday. The many friends of Miss Ellen Garabrell are delighted to welcome Iter home after an absence of two months visiting relatives In Mississippi. Miss i>elle Haddcn, Miss Lily Templeton and Miss Mary Robertson, are in Lowndesville, the guests of Iriends. They went up to that place iHSt Friday. Kev. J. M. Lawsou preached at Sharon last Sunday. -Miss < aro Miller, a charming young lady of Anderson City, ts the guest of tier cousin. MlssCorrle McClung. Miss Miller Ib gifted with a wonderfully sweet and expressive voice, and her singing added much to the f leasure of t hose who attended the Teachers' UKiitute Thursday and Friday evenings. This market has been recently well supplied with watermelons, cantelopes, and all kiuds of fruits. 1'rices on these eatables have in consequence come down considerably, and are now reasonable. Mr. W. H. Long who has the contract to build the Fire Department Headquarters, has been waitiug on some of the building materi al. He expected to begin work yesterday.; In any event ii will only be a few days before the fire boys will have a home for themselves and their apparatus. It was an unlucky train that left Atlanta last Friday night. On the run from that place to Monroe, M. C., at Mlddleton, lia., one ... .u? i 1,,..) ,>ln Iraln and killed. Ii is supposed he was struck by lite pipe at Mlddleton lank. After changing crews and engines here, the next mishap came at Greenwood when the flagman ol the local freight, south-bound, wus struck while asleep on the track, aud killed. Onward this unlucky train went from there only to fly the track near Chester, and thereby delaying the passengar train due here at 11 a. in., until 10 p.m. After leaving this division, it Is to be hoped that the luck changed. Mr, J. A. Devlin will build an addition to the stores occupied by P. B. Speed, and the one to be occupied by the Cohen Dry Goods Co. To the lormer 15 feet, to the latter 30 feet The work is now In progress excavating for the foundations, and brick laying will begin before the end of this week. Mrs. R. .M. Haddon has returned irom Little Mountain. Mr. lladdon Is still there svith Capt. W. T. Branch drinking the health giving water. Dr. Lewis Russell came up from Greenwood Satur.day and 6pent Sunday with the homefolks. There arc many, many things we have to .be thankful for. One ol them is that the senatorial candidates have said their little says and made their many claims to the support of their fellow-citizens, and have gone to furnish entertainment for the -'dear people" elsewhere. Mr. W. H. l'arker, jr., of Charleston, Is visiting his parents. Judge and Mr. J. S. Cothrnn and Miss II. C. Perriu, came down lrom Greenville Saturday. Mr ulirt Mrs .11! CnMirnn are the EUestK Of Mr. \V. S. Cothran. Mr. F. J. Myers, of Augusta, Ga., Is here for a few days. SEW FIRM?Sl'LENIHD STOCK OK (JOODS. Subscription books of tbe Cohen Dry Goods Company were opened last Thursday, the 5th Inst., at 10 o'clock at the store of A.Cohen. The total stock, ?10,000, was subscribed at once and has beeu paid In. At a meeting of tbe stockholders tbe following officers of the comP?ny were elected: President, Cbas. Stern; Vice-President. J. ij. McMillan,Secretary and Treasurer, A. Cobeu. These gentlemen were also elected directors. Next week Mr. Cohen goes lo New York to purchase the stock for Cohen's Dry Goods Company and the Cohen's Clothing Store. The new dry goods firm will do busluess in the store next door to Speed's drug store. New fixtures of all kinds will be put in, and the store room thoroughly remodeled and put In flrstclass shape to receive the euormous stock of fine goods, notions, shoes, millinery, and in fact everything kept In an up-to-date city dry goods establishment. The new firm propose to run their business on the same principle that "Cohen's Clothing Store" Is conducted, 1. e., flrstclass goods, prices as low as the lowest, polite and carelul attention lo customers, and goods guaranteed as represented or money refunded. Their stock of goods will be stylish and flrstclass in every respect, and the Cohen's Dry Goods Co., will conduct a business Abbeville will be proud of. Tbe Cotton Mill made a second shipment Mouuay 10 wooosockci, r. i. yHrus. LaM Friday evening Miss Bessie Murray entertained a number of her friends in a most delightful manner. During the evening delicious ices were served. This social function was in honor of Miss Murray's guest, Miss Minnie Patterson,of Mt. Carmel. Mrs. (J. W. Lomax is rapidly improving. W. II. D. Agnew,of Due West, has secured a position with the Cohen's Dry Goods Co., and will come to Abbeville just as soon as that firm begins business, which will bo about September 1st. RESOLUTIONS OF THANKS, Tlic TCHOlier*' Institute <;ratcf?iil Tor the Attention Shown Them. Whereas, it is fit and proper that we, as body, give suitable expression of our appreciation of the many acts of kindness shown us during the session of the Teachers' Institute and Association, now drawing to a close. Therefore be it Itesoived, That we hereby express to the County Board of Education of Abbeville County the gratitude we teel for their untiring efforts In our behalf. Second. That we desire to express to the people of Abbeville our sincere thanks for the hospitality shown us while In their midst. Third. That we hereby express our hearty thanks to the Young Men's Business League of Abbeville for the Interest t.iken in the welfare and comfort of the various members of Fourth. That we wish to assure the young ladies and gentlemen of Abbeville that we heartily appreciate the delightful musical selections which added so much to our pleasure and entertainment during every session of our Institute. Filth. That we desire to thank the trustees and superintendent of the Abbeville Graded School for the use of the school building, and the many favors shown us. Sixth. That we feel that we have been very much benefitted by the interesting and Instructive talks given by the leaders of the Institute. Seventh. That we desire to thank most heartily the educators who have come from distant homes to favor us with edllying addresses on appropriate subjects. He it also Resolved further. That a copy of these resolutions be sent to the county papers for publication, and to the lecturers who have kindly aided in the success of this Institute. Committee?It. 11. Cheatham, Chairman; J. M. Cllddv. .MISS '/.a la ltrnflr \tluu Cowau, Mists L.ucy Gibert. SIMONTON'S OPINION. Au Original l'lickiisc 1h nil Original I'nckitue iu (lie True SeiiNe. Charlerton. 8. C.. Aue. 7 - Judge Slmonton. of the United States circuit court today fl!e<i his decision defining "original package" and settling ttie disputed featureof the dispensaiy law. The rourt holds that au "original package" is the form in which liquor is delivered to the initial carrier at the point of punishment. Ifboxed liquor is imported then the whole box must be sold and not a single bottle from the box. The decision will require all dealers to Import liquor In single packages. CONTRIBUTED LOCALS, What "JI" Soos aiul Hoars on UN Hounds About the City. Abbeville. S. C.. Aug. 11.189T. VISITORS COMING AND fiOINr,. Mrs. Albert Boozer and daughter, Miss Nettle, of Columbia, are In the fcity visiting rela< tives, Mrs. I.. H. Russell and family. Mrs. Sue E. I)lxon, of Anderson, Is visiting her friend. Mrs. J. C. Ellis. Master Frank and Tom Eason, two handsome lads from Charleston are in the city to spend tho summer with relatives, Judge and Hon. F. B. Gary. Miss Emma Cllnkscales, a pretty yonng lady of Lowndesville, is visiting her friend Miss Mamie Cox. Miss Wilkerson, of Greenwood, is in the city the guest of Airs. Chapman. l)r. KIce, I'resiaeni 01 uoiuraoia remaie College was In the city last Friday. Judge Hollingsworth, of Dae West, was In the city last Friday taking in the speeches. Congressman Latimer was In the city a day or so last week visiting relatives and taking in the political situation "down South." Mrs. Carlisle and children, of Spartanburg, arrived in the clly last Saturday and will spend a whlie with her mother and sisters. Mr. \V. A. Hoyle, travelling and soliciting agent for the South Carolina railroad, Is in the city the gust of his friend Dr. J. L. Ancrn tu. Mr. S. H. Payslnger, of Newberry, has located In our city as general broker and commission merchant representing the best houses in his line. HOME FOLKS AHUOAD AND HOME AGAIN. Mr. and Mrs. L. A. Hoyd, after a delightful trip to New York are home again. Mrs. Glean, with her sister, Mrs. Long, and children, returned home last Saturday after making a pleasant visit to friends and rela lives ai oparianourg as wen km aueiiguuui tripamoung the mountains of North Carolina. I)r. S. F. Killlngsworth, after a splendid trip to Old Point Comfort, is home again ready lor business. Mr. C. P. Hammond is now ruminatine in the great city of New York city, sight seeing. Miss Mary Douglass Is home from Philadelphia on a visit. Mr. Gaines Hammond Is now spending several weeks with relatives in Columbia. Miss Fiorlde Ueese returned home last Saturday after having a pleasant visit to relatives in Williamston and Seneca. Miss Belle Haddon. Miss Mav Robertson and Miss Lily Templeion are visiting relatives and friends in Lowndesvliie. Mr. and Mrs. B. S. Barnwell, with Mrs. Agues Robertson left a few days ago for an extended trip to Saratoga. N. Y., and will also visit a number of the lakes and Canada. Mr. Barnwell is the cashier of the National Bank and having been closely confined will no doubt enjoy the needed recreation. Mr. George Gambrell is spending a while with relatives at Bambery, S. C. Miss Lennie and Lessie Fisher are visiting friends In the Sharon neighborhood. Mr. Will McKinzle and family. Mr. George Douglass lelt a few days ago for his post of duty at West Point, N. Y. Mr. Wjatt Aiken, after attending Greenville Court is home again looking after his insurance. Miss Maggie Waring, after a pleasant stay with Dr. Ancrum and family returned last Saturday to her home in Charleston. SAD ACCIDENT. On last Saturday morning about 4 o'clock, Mr. Huff, who was a flagman on the Seaboard Air Line was struck by the northbound through freight train, No. 22, and instantly killed. Mr. Hufl knowing his train was several hours late, walked out a short distance this side of Greenwood, and having been on double duty was worn out, and sat down on the track, and as such persons generally do, fell asleep, when suddenly this train from the opposite direction rushed down upon him, before he could recover himself. The deceased lived at, or near, Social Circle, Ga., and was a young man of good moral cbarncler and excellent business qualifications and during his short slay in our city has made a number of friends. RELIGIOUS SERVICES. Regular services will be held in the Presbyterian, Methodist, A. R. P. and Baptist churches next Sabbath. Rev. Aiken Kelly will begin a protracted meeting in the Mothedlst church at Sharon next Sunday night. Rev. J. M. Lawson preached at Sharon- last Sunday morning. REST F0K OUK I'ASTORS. As many of our business men are new enjoying a respite from their labors, we think it not amis to suggest that the several congregations ot Abbeville should show their appreciation of the faithful work of their pastors, by not only grantiog them leave of absence, but starting them off with a well filled purse. What say you? Don't you think your pastor needs rest? If so, then let his comfort be your greatest pleasure. ABBEVILLE'S MERCHANTS. The merchants of Abbeville are In fine trim and good spirits with bright prospects ahead for a tremendous fall business. Crops are fine. Farmers generally up with their obll ?141IUUB ttuu ail ucpouuo juou ?J\/TT vv. v**v> i??v. ruins lor the harvesting of an abundant crop. Many of our merchants will soon be oil to northern markets where they will lay In an unusually large stock. While cotton Is low, goods were never cheaper, so that all evens up in the end. Several new Arms will open with the fall business showing that Abbeville is alive and still ou the heights of prosperity. Nothing so certainly marks the thrift and progress ol a city as the influx of new firms and business men. This has been a "gala season lor our city, owing to the large number of visitors all the summer besides amusements ;innumerable, and so varied as to afford pleasure and recreation to our citizens and visiting friends. HAKUECUE. The barbecue furnished by Mr. J. L. Perrln last Friday was a success. The meats were highly seasoned and elegantly cookcd. RESOLUTIONS ADOPTED By the Sliiloli Bible Society in Memory of Mm. M. J. HarkueNS. Whereas, it has pleased Almighty God tc take from us our beloved sister, to which dispensation of this providence we would humb ly bow. Be It Kesolved, first Tha$ we shall always cherish the many noble qualities of our beloved sister, realizing as we do the strong and abld> ing Impress of her character upon us. Second. That In her death not only have we sustained a loss which we feel cannot be repaired, but that such loss reaches out to oui whole community. Third. That the church, of which she was s member, has lost one of its moBt ardent and generous members, and that this society hat been deprived of one of Its pioneers and strongest promoters. Fourth. That In the example of the de ceased we have a pattern to rollow as a tru? woman, a Christian, a teacber, and a living example of what woman can accomplish without departing from her God-given sphere The earnest, humble, prayerful Christian whose influence for good cannot be estimated and whose work cannot be measured bj years. Fifth. That we extend to her relatives oui deepest sympathies, and also to all those wbc love and honor the memory of the deceased Sixth. That a copy of these resolutions b? sent to the Abbeville papers for publication and the same be spreaU upon the minutes o this society. J. Y. Jones to the Frout. T V Innou hoo Kaon onnnnn oo/l Kw life many friends as a candidate Tor the Leglsla ture. He was a slraon pure economist ant Reformer for many years before the receni Tillman movement. He served three ses sions as Journal Clerk In the Senate of thli State and became perfectly familiar with oui public men. He was In Washington cltj for four years as Assistant Sergeaut at Arm! ot the United States Senate. He has beer Chairman of the County Campaign Commit tee aud member of the State Democratic Executive Committee since 1S90. For yeari he has been an Alllanceman and there is nc man living, who is better posted as to the manipulations of politicians, both State and National. He has been a sentinel on tlx watch-tower of popular rights and knows tht devious ways of certain men who are now posing before the public as loyal and true t( the Reform Movement aud to the Democracy Aud more than this he means to tell it al aud be Is not afralu lo do so. Wlntlirop Colli'te ScliolnnlilpN and Ku t runcc K.va in i nut ions. The examinations for the award of vacan scholarships in Wlnthrop College and for th( admission of new students will be held at tht county Court House on Aug. I3th at 9 a. m. Applicants must Dot be less than fiiteer years of age. When scholarships are vacatec alter August Kith, they will be awarded U those making the highest average at this ex amlnatton. The cost of attendance including board furnished room, heat, light, and washing li ouiy s?.;>u per rnonm. For further information and a catalogue ad dress President 1). B. Johnson, Rock H ill, S.C UuildiiiK Lot WHnletl, You cau diRpose of one-quarter, one-thin or one-half acre lot, not too far from thi square, or would buy house and lot. If suit able, and price is reasonable. State price an< location, Address "('ash," care Press an< Banner. / % -( ANNOUNCEMENTS. We are authorized to announce WM. N. (JRAYDON as a candidate for the Legislature, to All out the unexpired term of the Hon. T. A. Graham, subject to the Bctlon of the Democratic primary election. We are authorized to announce J. Y.JONES a candidate for Representative, subject to the Democratic primaries. ?i a.i i TAirv iir vy y nrt' hu .uun/.ou iu uuuuuuuu ovyxj.ii rr . BULLOCK ns a candidate for the House of Representatives to fill out tbe unexpired term of T. A. Graham, subject to the action of ' the Democratic primary. We are authorized to announce M. P. DeBRUH L as a can dldate for the House of Representatives, to ?.11 the unexpired term of T. A. Graham, subject to the Democratic primary. ROAD DESTROYERS. Some of the Forces Which Operate to Impair Highways. A roadbed may suffer aisrupnon Dy shrinkage of the subgrade. It has been determined experimentally that clay shrinks one-fifth of its bulk in excessively dry weather and increases to a corresponding degree when wet, and that tilicious sands and gravels undergo no hange in volume. From this it follows that when a way passes over a clay bed, which may beoome desiccated, injurious results are likely to follow, particularly at a poirit where the clay abuts a sand substratum which is unaffected by weather changes. The gradual destruction of a roadbed by the ordinary processes of friction and impact is always to bo expccted, AFTEH A HEAVY RAIN. [From L. A. W. Bulletin.] and the rate of wear would seem to depend directly upon the hardness of the road stone used in its construction, and yet so many factors have to be taken into consideration in cnoosing a roaa metal that it is found that the question of hardness, important as it may be when combined with other qualities, singly is not oif greatest consequence. Quartz, the hardest of onr common minerals, used alone does not make a desirable road stone, as its dust is lacking in cementing power, it has a low Bpecrfic ( gravity, and is very brittle, qualities we should seek to avoid in selecting a rotid material. On the ot.ber hand, rocks as soft as limeetones and Elates are quickly ground to powder and tire rapidly carried away by water and wind action. HardnesB is of importance in tending to resist the abrasive effect of wheels and the feet of animals, but bri ttleness promotes crumbling under the impact of blows thereby delivered. When the way passes through woods or when large trees occur along the roadside, the integrity of the founda inn mnxr ho Hiiitnrhp.fi hv tllft force of growing roots. In this connection it will be well for those having charge of beautifying our thoroughfares to plant trees the roots of which lead downward rather tbau horizontally. STATE AID FOR ROADS. The Expenae of Highway Improvement Should lie Borne by All. Roads are used' for pleasure as well as for traffic. This use of good roads by town people is greater than the same use by farmers, :for the farm population has less of leisure. This is especially true of the wom'2n and children. In the country they are busily employed, while | the women and children of the town have the leisure for driving and riding. On account of their use of good roads for pleasure town people should help to i pay for them. Thousands of people now use bicycles. Ninety per cent of these wheelmen nr? f/iwn nennle. Thev would crofit bv good roads. Ti is is so plain that they are the foremost advocates of good roads. Profiting by good roads, they should bear a part of their cost. This they can do only through state aid. | Good roads, removing the isolation and dreariness Ol!' farm life, would operate powerfully to lessen the movement I of farm population to the city?a move' ment that has been excessive until pop, ulation is congested in the cities. This > would reduce the overcrowding of city industries, leading to steadier employi ment and better wages, and as a large | percentage of population would be enI gaged in agricultural pursuits, while a lessened percentage would be engaged j in other pursuits, there would be a > greater comparative production of food . products, wool and cotton. The result 1 would be lower ] 'rices, and the income ? ^ ? ?*>A?Annn/1 Kir afoQ/1 ior ' UJL IUWU ^JCUpiDj iii^IGHQUU UJ D V\J MU4VA employment and higher wages, would > purchase more food and clothing. Sure ly for this double benefit town people , might well pay something. r While there are gome just objections to state and cour ty aid in roadbuilding there is no othiir way in which town people can contribute to the cost of good roads so equitably and efficiently and with so little injustice to themselves and others, and come method of application, beneficial and just to all, ciin Burely be devised?John M. Stahl. Bad Bo id* to Blame. The Leavenworth Times, in an ecli j torial on the good roads movement, ? says, after speaking of the importance j of .good roads to the farmer and rurals ist: "In the citie.3 would not the people ' be healthier, happier, more hopeful, ? would not life be sweeter and more rej fined, if there was a more frequent habit of seeking the fields and woods and country villages? Nothing has weaned peoplo Irom their love of the 1 country ho much as bad roads?deep i mire during and after rain, thick dust j 3 the rest of the time." 3 , kohu in oten. I In the whole territory of Alaska there . are only 16 miles of roads, according to A recently published statement, s Good roads are comparatively cheaper to maintain and to use than poor ones, . and the sooner this idea is comprehended on all siden tho better It will be. P. V. Collins, a prime mover for II good highways in Minnesota, figures ? j out that the avernge cost of hauling on 1 the average road in America is $1 per ^ton for four miles, while in Europe it is 16 cents for the flame load the same distance. II UOLLil Due West, S. C. OPENS LAST WEDNESDAY IN 8EPTEM" ber. Largest attendance laat year In Its entire history. Two courseR leading to the de grees or A. u. ana a. s. Total expenses ior tbe nine months In the "Home" $115. In private families? $135. Spacious and comfortable "Home," complete and equipped with modern conveniences of bath rooms, dtc. Entire building heated by hot water system. 4?-Write for Catalogue to W. M. GRIER, President. Estate of Mrs. S.E. Jotai, M. Notice of Settlement and Appliplication for Final Discharge, TAKE NOTICE that on the 19th day of August, 1897, I will render a final account of my actings find doings as Administrator of the Estate of Mrs. S. E. Johnson, deceased, in the office of Judge of Probate for Abbeville County at 10 o'clock a. m.. and on th^ same day will apply for a final discharge from my trust as such. All persoDs having demands against said estate will present them for payment on or before that day, proven and authenticated or be forever barred. J. J. JOHNSON, July 19,1S97. Administrator. wBSbb^5.*' i sEB?*?? BP I il'fi M ij"'|' 'V; 851 ;^ti|j> ml Jji WE DON'1 our prices will a astonishment, b ripple of interef THE PROOF IS EAS1 It will cost you J.D. V NOTICE. PuiiSUANT TO A COMMISSION ISSUED by Hon. D. II. TumpklDO, Secretary of State oi tue Aiaie or aouiu uaronna, on me 24th Day of July, 1897, constituting the undersigned a Board of Corporators, and authorizing and empowering them to open Books of Subscription to the Capital Stock of the COHEN DRY GOODS COMPANY, purposed to be organized, as set forth In the declaration of the undersigned, Hied with the said Secretary of State on the twenty-fourth day of July, 1897. Notice is Hereby Given, That the Books of Subscription to the Capital Stock of The Cohen Dry Goods Company will be opened at the office of the undersigned, Aaron Cohen, at bis store on Main Street, Abbeville, South Carolina, on Thursday; the twenty-ninth (29th) day of July, 1897, at ten o'clock a. m. AaKON COHEN, JAMES L. MCMILLAN, E. A. PENDLETON, Board of Corporators. Abbeville, S. C., July 27th, 1897. For Rent. Store, Dwelling and Farm for Rent at Jones, S. G. TI/E HAVE A DAILY MAIL, FLOUKishlng High School, Good Sunday School, preaching twice a month, healthy locality, fertile lands, and prosperous community. We extend a cordial Invitation to good people to cast their lot with us. W. T. JONES. ' July?, 1S97. 3mo. Notice to Debtors and Creditors. The State of South Carolina?County of Abbeville?Probate Court. In the matter of the Estate of G. W. Collins, t lo/maaori all pebsons indebted to said Estate must settle without delay, and tbese bolillng claims against tbe estate must present them properly attested to R. R. TOLBERT, Jr., Administrator. Jane 20,1897. For Sale or Rent. THE ABBEVILLE INN 19 FOR HALE or rent. Terras easy. Apply to MRS. M. M. MILLER, at tbe Inn. Bruce's resturant Is up to date with something good to eat. Bruce's Ice Cream Business commences to ^ day Grand Sum: CASH SAL BEGINS T( HADD Prices Cut on aVariet Just Now in 30 Inch Printed Organdies, 6 l-4c,l f 31 Inch Tinted Organdies, 10c, form A big drive In Printed Muslins,3 1 77 inch White French Organdies ar FOR LADIES 50 inch Bleach Sicilian Cloth, 39 an French Challies, 25c, former price, Another case of that 11-5 White Q,i New line 26 Inch Silk Parasol, mat MILBIN HunaDie lor toe season, c Ladles' Linen Collasrs and Cuffs. White Goods. Embroideries, Laces Great Bargains In sllPpers, to cloai Very respe iR. M. SHAI [ EXPECT Luse a man to throw his hands 2 ut we feel they will produce in St. nothing. You will be pleased. Yours for Furniture, :frr ^ ABBEVILLE, S. C. WE HAVE JtJST RECEITE A LARGE QUANTITY OF HIGH GRADE SECOND PATENT FLOUR AND PROPOSE TO SELL IT AT $1.50 PER BAR REL. GIVE US A CALL WHEN IN NEED OF FLOUR. WE SELL ARBUCKLE'S ROAST COFFEE AT 7 POUNDS TO THE DOLLAR. THE GREEN RIO COFFEEWE SELL AT NINE POUNDS TO THE DOLLAR GIVES GENERAL SATISFACTION. r.\TAlir Ti/wr \\r a CS HI TX?/"1 Dnnrni7 D at PTU1? OiHU VY CV X ?* Aguill u 1 V II UUU (ki A-A T u . CENTS A BOX IS SOMETHING NEW AND IT IS GROWING DAILY IN POPULARITY. TRY A BOX. CALL ON US AND GET A SUPPLY OF FRUIT JARS. DON'T FORGfCT US WHEN IN NEED OF FLOUR AS WE WILL SAVE YOU MONEY AND PLEASE YOU IN GOODS BOYS' JEANS AND LINEN BULL DOG PANTS ARE THE BEST. STRAW HATS, COLORED SHIRTS, UM BRELLAS, AND AN ELEGANT LINE SUSPENDERS AT LOWEST POSSIBLE PRICES. W.J0EL SMITH & SON. Notice. rpHE County Board of Education has emX ployed Prof. P. L. Grier, of Due West, to - le-uiou JCl/ rv.uuo Y i i.o v;uuu ij , iui mo of making smaller and more convenient T School Districts. This work will be commenced on Monday, the 5th of July next, beglnnlug near Lowndesvllle. Any assistance that may be given to Prof. Grler by the different Boards of District r Trustees will be appreciated. W. T. MILFORD, June 28th, 1897. tf Cbm. Co. Board. 1 The State of South Carolina. m COUNTY OF ABBEVILLE. of Hi IN COMMON PLEAS. Win. H. Parker and others, Creditors, <Sc., Plaintiffs, against Carolina Savings Bank and other Stockholders, Defendants. IN OBEDIENCE TO ORDER OF COURT, C< all creditors of the late Bank of Lowndes- sc ville are hereby notified to present and prove St their claims before me, within thirty days Hi from date or be barred. tb WALTER L. MILLER, Master. 01 Abbeville, S. C., June 30,1897. -It. a? Put your fruit up with the American preserving powder and liquid and It will be good ? when yor need it at Speed's. KlI-a-Bux, does up beg bugs, at Speed's. Call and s.-e one fall line of buggy harness. I Wearemak ng and selling them cheap. C. fr P. Hammowi & Co. ner "I ,E _ _ 1 JUAY. I ION'S | y of Goods that are Demand. ormer price 10c. er price, 12 l-2c. e still tbe rage. Trimmings to suit. . i9 SKIRTS, M a ou cents, lormer price, ou sua < *;. 50c. ailt the greatest value of the Season,-<1. chless In price and quality, 99c. IERY onstantly on hand. Ac. iout broken lots. ctfnlly, )D0N Co. 1 5?.^frwy-1?-r-? **' '? ' 1? * ^jg? 'IB ibove his- head in speechless him more than an ^ordinary "GET OUR PRICES. i | lLOCK BOX N0. 24<r^_ :J?j 'PHONE NO. ~ " .;iy . -I m I 5 3 I w i ?o 3 ?C^K?o M ? M H N ^ C p I 8? - 2 ? *d o o *: p \At ^ .- ogwBer % A o a 3 a < < W _e ? he*. IsS?l?lJ .. ? . B i 5 B ; 8 3 = M 5? -s - I* s. k* yn ? ? ^3. - ? ? O m0- E^3 ( i?? s=ft?? a I N g. 2 | S g S < NJ ?25~S03 = ?P " O Q 5 5 - <5 >. Lu J* J ? gj ? f | ^ ?2 ^ B |- a r I o M B s s-*, Hi W^P Aft ? I H 0, =3 & B O : >- 25 s3s=.-**S? . t-< CL " ? ogoPSE .^i |s?;-slS| S ? U e* S; ? g, *> 2 I 5 a p " * s e g. CSS JV 3's&F?2&f 2 & g P S i 5 ^ S" I ? % o i w w 'he State of South Carolina, COUNTY OF ABBEVILLE. probate court. i the matter of the estate of Wells Gary deceased. Petition for Settlement and Discharge. "X7" A. LOMAX, JR.. as Administrator for ' ? said Estate having applied for settleen t and discharge. It is Ordered, That Tuesday, the 17th day ' August next, be fixed for granting the re;f prayed for. R. E. HILL, July 10,1897. Judge Probate Court. Sauday Excursion Rates, Via Charleston & Western Carolina Railway >. Tickets are sold for all passenger trains heduled to pass stations after 12.00 noon on iturdaysand until 6.00 p. m. on Sundays, lilted lor return passage until 12.00 noon on e Mondav following date of sale. For rates rany other further information call on any ;ent of the Company, or Wm. J. Craig, General Passenger Agent. Augugta, Ua. Now , we have had a good rain. It's time to link about sowing Turnips and RutaBagas. have just opened a big variety of fresh seed otu Wood & Hons?very cheap by the pound. Amos B. Morse, S r