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The Press and Banner. BY HUGH WILSON, ABBEVILLE, S. O. 4ttf-Publlulled every Wednesday at 52 a year In advance. WpHnpsdav. Ar>ril 18, 1900. Mill or Farm. This editor having at various times In his life proved his inability to run a farm successfully has uo advice to give on the subject of farming but we presume it would not be amiss to submit some figures or to offer some suggestions as to whether it is better to farm or to work In a cotton mill. Take the case, for instance, of a man with half dozen children. If he farms, and has not tbe ready cash, he mu6t buy a mule and his year's supply on a credit, giving big prices. The account will stand about this way: Two bales cotton, rent $ SO 00 Guano 125 00 Plow Irons, trace chains, plow lines, horse shoes, etc. 10 00 Feed for mule ."JO 00 Expense of family at lien prices 75 00 8320 00 He will make, say eight bales of cotton, for which he will receive not over $40 a bale, or $820. Farmers who know the facts by sad experience may be able to correct these estimates, and place on paper the actual figures. " fh? name man, with >V eil, 11UW, DUffuv ball dozen children, goes to a cotton mlll.l He can soon learn to make, say from 50 cents to a Si a day. Tbree ont ol six of bis children can make, each from SO cents to 81 a day. Hut suppose that the four averaged only 50 cents a day?that would be in the aggregate, 82 a day, or 8624 a year. The rent, instead of being two bales or one-fourth of the year's work, would be, for tbree good rooms 5225 a month, or 827 a year. The aocount would stand about this way, assuming that more could be bought for cash than on a lien. Gross Income 8624 00 OutlayHouse rent S 27 00 Expense of family 75 00 Estimated loss of time 56 00?8152 00 8472 00 Allowing one month for lost time, It will be seen that a man with a small family can lay by a good sum of money every year at a cot ton mill?if lie is disposed to save bis money. Thousands or experiment uavu that a white family cannot pay two bales for rent of land and then make a comfortable living raising cotton at 5, 6, 1, or 8 cents a pound. Those white men who are ftruggling against fate may well consider the matter of which we herein speak. While we shall not, and do not give advise to any body, those of our fellow-citlzens who are renting land, and seeing a hard time, may think of these things. We would suggest, if any citizen of this county should conclude toqult renting land to taSe a place in any cottoa mill in this State, that the matter of joining Textile Unions with any Idea of taking charge of any cotton mill be well considered. As far as our Information goes it is perfectly certain that it Is the present Intention of the owners of the cotton mills hereabout to run their mills in their own way. It might, therefore.be well to wait until you are elected, or asked, to take charge of tbese institutions. Some very good people have recently suffered very grievously from yielding to the importunities of Idle creatures who cuuio muuu6 ?? -? duced them to believe that the owners of the mills were incompetent and would allow them to dictate the policy and the business methods of the Institution. The mill owners are trying to run their mills,and tbey may boa little self-conceited in their assumption of ability to run the mills which they have built, but you Just let < the Idiots alone, an long as you get your salary. You know tlmt the Iiible says, there i* more hope of a fool tliuu ol it muti who is wise in his own conceit, but it is possible that the fools who own tbe mills may some duy find out that they cannot run them. The main thing then lor you to do is to perfect yourself in the mill business so that the Jackassable owners of the mill, when looking for some one to run their machinery, may pick you out to take the job of bossing the concern. Tbe master mechanic tbe superintendent, tbe bosses, and others holding respons. le places Id the mills, goi tneir piuces laruugu "\.-k merit and have worked themselves up to tbeir present high places by efficiency and fidelity. Good places demand the best of skill. If Northern mill men send their agents to Augusta, and if Augusta mill men seek to A "Interfere with Carolina mill operatives, we would say, my son, if sinners entice tbeet consent thou not. V' >i Received HIm Money. Mr. T. P. Queries, who made such good estimates on the New Orleans cotton crop, has received his money?81,200. Everybody seems to be glad of his good fortune, and it would not be easy to convey a correot idea of his own gladness. He takeB a serious or religious view of tbe matter, and renders thanks to the higher power. He believes that his good fortune comes from the divine hand, and in answer to prayer. Until we get further information on the subject we shall attribute his good lnntc to his unceaslnK vlellanoe in keeping an eye on the cotton statements as they appeared in the dally newspapers. Mr. Qnarles Is no doubt Indebted to Providence for the Intelligence and the persistence which was necessary to win, bat we have no idea that Provldenoe gave the Inspiration which indicated the right figures. If he had not made arrangements to get the figures by telegraph, and If he bad not gone to Atlanta to receive them, and to place his estimate at the last hour, be might not have secured the prize. While our caution, as well as our religious scruples, might restrain ub from games of chance, yet if we felt perfectly certain as to the lucky numbers we might venture, or be induced to win something on one of the many ways which are open to loss or gain. The Strike . The strikers at the cotton mill in Greenwood have been thrown on their own resources, the Augusta Textile Union having refused to give further aid. The backbone of the strike at Abbeville has been broken. Some of the operatives have sought new homes. Others are still in hope that something may turn up, but aj ->?inriiw r>f thpm have made terms with the m 111 and gone back to work. The Southern Hallway Telegraphers are out ou a strike. The trains are still railing, however. A mule because of lack of telegraphic luformation as to the schedule of a road lu Tennessee, was run over and killed Sunday. The engine was hurt. In tlie Interest of HIn Mill. Mr. Aug. W. Smith left yesterday for New York and Boston In the Interest of his cotton mill at Woodruff, lie Is making fine progress with the enterprise, and It is now omy a question of a little time belore active operations on the work of erecting the building will begin. Mr. J. L. McMillan of thiH city will make bid for the.contract for the brick. Bicycles repairer promptly at C. 1*. Hammond's. I * ' . . v ... * Faster Sunday. The Episcopal cburch and the Methodist) church at this place were beautifully decorated la.st Sunday, and religious exercises suitable for the occasion were held In each. Full congregations of worshlppeis as-einbkd mornjug and evening. The new or^'aii at the Methodist church in the skillful hands ol their accomplished or !?. \? i?D i.'irl.f mill ttip Ktinnrh slnirimr I nr. I1....VI ? - r^- ?rled by Mr. W. II. Jones and Mrs. J. L. McMillan, made a most attractive feature of the service. Flowers and music, songs of praise and heartfelt gratitude to the (Jlver of good sifts, all contributed to the becoming worship of our Saviour. These anniversaries give occasion to meditate on the great event which the day commemorates, and the human heart is at no time drawn so near to our Saviour as on Easier. Even the callous-hearted in witnessing the zeal and devotion of devout Christians, cannot help from being impressed. The Telegrapher's Strike. Telegraphers in the employ of the South ern Railway have been on a strike for several days. President Powell of the strikers and the authorities of the Railway, each give most encouraging reports of the strike up to this time. The strikers are just running the business of the road, but the stupid officers haven't found it out. The real truth is, wo presume, that both strikers and the Railway have beeu hurt. And somebody will still be further hurt. The road will likely tight It out to the bitter end, when the strikers will be seeking new jobs. As a rule, the better class of mechanics, operators, or other employees suffer by a strike. Question**. Why do our ministers "read the Word of God?" Wouldn't it sound Just as well,and be more reverent, if they "read the Holy Scriptures ?" Why Is the Lord's prayer tabbooed In our churches? Is there divine authority for excluding it from the public service? The reading of the Scriptures and the singlng are attractive features of public worship. No part of the service could possibly be more Interesting, or more instructive than the reading of the Scriptures. EASTER AT GLEN-ETHEL. Mr. Paylor, tbe New Proprietor, ! Giving Great Satisfaction. Tbe Glen-Elbel InD continues to make progressive strides, as is evidenced by the bandsome Easter dinner which was set before tbe hotel's guest by mine host Paylor. Mr. Paylor has opened a new era in hoteldom In our city, and Is ever ready to grasp any new leatures In his line, ana gives bis customers ibe benefit of bis originality. Qn this occasion tbe guests of tbe Glen-Etbel Ion were offered tbe privilege of Inviting their friends to dine with them. The following was the bill of fare: EASTER MENU. Consomme Printaniere a la Royal. 1 Filet Lake Macanaw Trout. Potatoe Julienne. O. \V. Thomas Golden Ham. IVUUUU Ui DCCI luuiaiuoauboi Sirloin Kansas City Beef aa Jus. Small Ribs of Kentucky Beef. Young Turkey Chestnut Dressing Currant Jelly. Tenderlion of Veal Fine Herb Sauce. Spanish Puff Fritters Cream Sauce. Lettuce Salad. Sweet Pickles. Tomato Capsup. Worcestershire Sauce. Great Horseradish. Creamed Mashed Potatoes. Candled Yams. Steamed Rice. Stewed Tomatoes. French Peas. Lemon Pie a la Merrlugue. English Plum Pudding Cognac Sauce. Assorted and Fancy Crackers. Lemon Ice Cream. Tea Flake Crackers. Cafe Noir. Edam Cheese. BASEBALL, Erwklne and Clemson Will Play the Game of the Season on the Even* In It of the Oratorical Contest, Greenwood, 8. C., April 20tb. Clerason baa won every game inac sue um? played this season?Cornell, Ersklne and Furman, and ban therefore great hopes /or winning against Ersklne next Friday. Ersklne's team Is composed of an aggregation of last ball players from all over the country. It will certainly be the most Interi-KUug game of tbe wbole season among tbe colleges, as so much bangs upon It. The Clemson line-up will be as follows: McMakln, p.; Shaw, c.; Grey, 1st b.; Hunter, 2d b.; Hughey, 8d b.; Mauldln, 89.; Cole, If.: Bamberg, of.; Oalnes, rf. While tbe Ersklne team will be: Van Pelt, Ragan, Collins, Trlbble, Mangura, Caldwell, Caldwell. Tbe second baseman bas not yet been secured. Tbe admission will be: Gentlemen 25 cents, ladles 15 cents, grand stand 15 cents. Go out and see your friends every one will be there for the Oratorical Contest. ' T. HAPPY HESTER. ? Beautiful Belle*? Hantlnome Beaux? Personals of All Sort*. Heater, S. C., April 7,1900. The weather Is quite favorable for the farmers. aDd they seem to be progressing well with their work. There la a good prospect for a grain crop this year. Misses Kittle Grant and Eliza Ammon and Jenner Boyd apent last night with their friend Mios Mattle Cofer Martin. . Mrs. J. H. Hester Is well again, to the delight of her many liitndB. Mr. Walton Boyd ixpeots to erect him a new dwelling house In the near future. Miss Lizzie Grant will close her school with a picnic on Savanneh river soon. Messrs. Sloan and Blllle Brough are living at Monterey now. Mr. Bob Thornton has splendid luck fishing and bunting. Miss Mattle Cofer Martin visited the Misses Grants last week. Miss Maud Hester and Mr. Llewelon Hester will visit at Mr. P. C. Martin's this week. tiesier can oohsi oi uuviuk an usuj pmuvj girls and good looking boys as aay plaoe we b ave seen. For fear of tbe waste basket we shall not say any more this time. RIGID INSPECTION. C'lenn Your LoU at Once and Save Tronble. There will be u rigid Inspection of the premises in the city within tbe next ten days. Take warning in t ime and have your place ready for inspection. By Order of tbe City Council. From .Mill to Fnrm. Abbeville Cotton Mill. As I am golug to leave the cotton mill and go to tbe country for a while, I would like to say a few words about the mill and tbe officials. I have been here over !! years, and have been working in the mill ever since it started up, and have never had any trouble about my wages since 1 have been here as I learned up, anil the longer I worked, my wages were raised according to my work, and when that "Labor Union" came about I did not see any cause for me to join, as I HMn't unnmvtt nf It. We have as good overseers as you cnu find in aDy mill in the South, I know, nml as Tor the President und Superlnieudent aud Treasurer, there cauuot be any belter in my estimations. A pood many of the operatives that, joined the "Uuiou'' seem to discover their mistake and have withdrawn from it and will go back to work. 1 will go on to say that I appreciate the kindness of each and every one of the overseers shown to me siuce I have been here, and to the Superintendent, President, and Mr. Harris also. Mr. Henderson has been reelected policeman for the Factory Hill, lie is "the right man in the right place." "An Operative." Buy your Millinery at Smith's you will be pleased, for you not only get the right prices, but you get all the new things. * C WHITE ] fAU f TTTQ "hOTTO W VV U UUi v w $250 i . At $2.( f Smitl P. S.~Renleml)er 1 i .Master's Sale. The State of South Carolina, COUNTY OF ABBEVILLE. COOBT OF COMMON PLEAS. i Trustees of the Estate of Dr. John DeLa Howe, Plaintiff, aRalnst C. F. Mills, Defendant. , By virtue of an order of 'sale made in the above stated case, I will offer for sale at public outcry at Abbeville C. H? S. C., tk? ??r.lK rlarr nt MAV 1800 IUO ? ...... within the legal hours of sale, the following described property, to-wlt: All that tract 01 land situate, lying and being In the Count; and State aforesaid, containing One Hundred and Twenty-Sevei: [127] Acres. more or less, bounded by lands of W. P.Wlde< man, S. W. Addison, George Hanvey and Joseph McCombs. TERMS OF SALE?One-half caiih, balanc? on a credit of twelve months, with interest from day of sale until paid, secured by bond of purchaser and a mortgage of the premises, with leave to the purchaser to pay all Cash, Purchaser to pay for papers. L. W. PERKIN, April. 14,1900. Master. When you want India Linens, Persian Lawns, Batiste, Linen Lawns, Organdies in White and Colors, Smith's Dry Goods and Millinery will make it to your interest to see what they have. The State of South Carolina, ABBEVILLE COUNTY. Probate Court.?Citation for Letters of Administration. By R. E. Hill, Esq., Judge of Probate. "IT7HEREAS, Burt Ellis has made suit ** to me, to grant him Letters of Administration of the Estate and effects of Giles Ellis, late of Abbeville County, deceased. These are therefore, to cite and admonish all and singular the kindred and creditors of the said Giles Ellis, deceased, that they be and appear before me, in the Court of Probate, to be held at AbbevilleC. H., on Saturday, the 5th day of May, 1900, after publication hereof, at 11 o'clock In the forenoon, to show cause If any they have, why the said Administration should not be granted. Given under my hand and seal of the Court. this 18th day of April, In the year (L. S.) of our Lord one thousand nine hundred, and in the 124th year of American Independence. Published on the lxih day of April, l!)00, in the Press und Banner and on the Court House door for the time required by law. R. E. HILL, April 18,1!K)0. Judge o( Probate. Ii. T., A T. M. Sillier'* Local*. Our line of staple an d fancy groceries Is always complete. Call aud be convinced. Hitters jams, any fruit you want at 10c. a can. We are still headquarters for gasolene and kerosene oil. We are ollerlng some special bargains this week lu tobacco. Call aud see us before buying. IS lbs. light brown sugar for one dollar, 10 lbs. evaporated apples for one dollar. 1(J lbs. granulated sugar for one (J ">llar. Don't forget when you want pickle to call on us. wc handle them both in bottles and In the bulk. * If you want a pretty room, paper \lt with Peats Wall Paper .New samptMjkt Penney'a Drugstore. W^O. Bfbore, Agt. The very latest drinks or'the qeason can now be found at Miltord's Dm* itore?his fountain is running oil full scheAnle tlmfr. l'hone 107, # FRONT.| | On th oes id Oxfoi few Fresh Goods, Solid Lei v None "Shoddy." v) - .; , ' ; V "t ' -i' ; withstanding the fact that Shoes have ? m decided to sell our regular priced. * M . 1 a^e none better than thes ;. we?want your Shoe busi d if these two lines of Sh on't justify us in asking f< it at these Prices, Then we don't know Shoes from a 4 by 4. i s Dry Goods aid Mill the Shirt* Waists we are offering at Special EVERYBODY WANT SOMETHING NEW AT THIS SEASON OF THE YEAH A NEW HAT, A NEW SUIT, A NEW PAIR OF SHOES, A NEW DRESS, NEW PANTS, And while you are contemplating over these things, it would be to you interest to bear "in mind that CE T TilT/'c! Vnilmir MI JL- AAA* waaw ? Is the representative store of Abbeville County, and we extend to you a broa I invitation to come and see our Goods before you go elsewhere, and if you ai a judge you will reap some of the "Plums" we have in store for you. We did not buy our stock a year ago. We buy our goods in season, then by getting the latest ideas. We never talk high price goods, but Low Stuff a [ the time. Hence our store is the place. We have only j New Up=to=Date Goods,?ea. |j| And at prices that will "Tell the Tale." Watch this space, neg wpek, and we will name some prices that will put you to thirikltif We will save you 30c. on every dollar you spend with us. 'ttfaraSs See our Embroideries this week, both Hamberg anflBpgS edgings and insertions from 3o to 19c. We carry everything in the Dry Goods line. Yours for business, ?. I. TIL* TIIE YELLOW FRONl^^^#f Another lot of 5c. Novels. f We got our line of Sample Hats which f we are selling at the wholesale price. , " "r f Come and Sec Them. * f Some Special Prices on ' ;V I Bran and Meal, etc. Splendid line ) CANNED GOODS, GROCE- ) t RIES, CHEESE, ETC. f i Fine line of French Candy. // ; "J a Come and see the Straw Hats. ;t J -f Very respectfully { W. p. Harksdal^ J;0? ??^YOU WILL. FIND AW ASSORTMENT OF...... Stylish New Spring Shoes, Men's and Boy&! Hats at Cobb & McDavid's. 0 Jas. A. Banister's $5 Shoes in kid, patent leather and tans. / ' Heisers' $3 and $3.50 Shoes in kid, patent leather and tans. Low Quarters?all shape toes. All of above goods are fully guaranteed. . We carry the very best Men's Shoes sold at $2 and $1.50. Also any kind of Brogan or work shoe. In I QrllPQ' ^hnPQ We have Drew Selby's Oxfords at$3.25, $3, $2.50, III l_aUlt/o Ol IUCO 32.25, $2. Try a pair of Drew Selby's, and if you are not pleased, we will refund your money. Our $1.50, Ladies' Oxfords cannot be equaled. Four Styles of Oxfords to go at 98 cts, Sold everywhere at $1.25. Children's Oxfords in 'Tans, Blacks, Sandals, Oxfords, Southern Ties. Besure to see our Hats before buying. Can show you a line of Straw and Felts, all new, nobby and cheap. Any ladies wearing a No. 2, 2?, 3, 3J, 4, 4J 6r 5 Shoe or Oxfords will find a big bargain on our Bargain Counter. - '-** ,.1: COBB lfj|DAVr]). V.-- - i<p\ I > 'i* - ? S. Le Corner. _ ,1 ather, Jp advanced x'lpjMw <t f 50 ^ I win's ll\li)ii it $1.25 i B^VIH inerj 1 wttoo^mt'wp^ireB lmt TF YOU TO3ED<Dfe?TAL WORK and have '.. -I not tbe mqnoy. I will do the work and ..take lumber anirsrood for pay. Come and aee meat-bneeif'yoo-trlBta to save your cash. Mi- offlce will-b? over, tbe store occupied by Mra. T*OTart. All Work guaranteed. Will be at wOrfcregalftrl^ after January l?t, 190U. - ' fP- WILSON, Dentist. FOR SALE. Ill OFFER FOR BALE FIFTY ACRES OF latxt wltliin'tbe Incorporate limits of the town of Abbeville. Can be divided Into two tracts oftwenty-nve acres eacb. Title* perfect. Terms easy., Price low. Apply to J. W. W. MARSHALL. Nov. 1st, '99. i Those of our friends who owe the old tlrms of Harrison & Qame and P. B. Speed, can ob lain a receipt for the same at the Speed Drug Co. Call early aud avoid the rush. My fountain Is new and up to date, my syrups aire the finest that Money Can buy. Men of experience to look alter it. and why not get the very best when up-to-date drinks are within yonr reach. All I ford's Soda fountain. Phone'07. A car load of lee just received by .(. L. l'errln. J. L. Perrln is now prepared to furnish Ice to the public. For a strictly hfeli grade shoe, one that will always lock nice and hold its shape, liny James A. Hatilslrr's slum from Cobb A McDavid. gat m . Abbeville P CHATTANOOGA, L SYRACUSE, O AVERY, W WATT, HAMES, COLLARS, TRACES, BRIDLES, HACK BANDS, PLOW POINTS, PLOW STEELS. Hardware BLACKSMITHS' TOOLS, BELLOWS, ANVILS, HAMMERS, TONUS. OSBORNE DISC HARROWS, AVERY'S GARDEN PLOWS. COMMON SENSE PECTOOTH HARROWS. /-* company. "Reliable Farm Implements." RAFTS IX THE STREAMS. The Law Requires That They Should Be Removed. All land owners in abbeville County are notified to remove from the Running Streams of Water upon ttielr Land dur lQgtbemoDtborMAY.au ' * Si#' ^"V Trash, Trees, Rafts' and lumber . that may be found In tbe channel.of the Streams. Persons refusing or neglecting to comply with the requirements of the law on this anbJect are liable to the penalties therein prescribed. Tbe County Commissioners are authorh& and required by Jaw to elean out tbe strehms where tbe owners refuse to do so, and jPfarge thepnmetothe land. th<t, ,cost of.which Is a prior Hen on tbe property; JOHN LYON, County Supervisor. AprlNth, 1900, l? __ 'jf . f tor the ladles ran always be found at our establishment. We have Jt All Litest Fall Style3. J We have tratherpd them from the centers of asbtou, aud they forui a GLORIOUS GALAXY of good things. Ladles, you can save money, patience, tlme: hy buying your Millinery of us. For your own satisfaction, pay us a visit. Mrs. Mary Taggart. The State of South Carolina, COUNTY OF ABBEVILLE. Probate Court.?Citation for Letters of Ad Esq., Judge of- Prorate. lil/lbAS, W. R. Bullock, C. C. C. P., lias ?? nfiwe suit to me, to ^rant him Letters or the Estate and ejects of T^esewvSSrefQre, to cite and admonish allaod^^rtjWthe kindredand credltors^of why tSi^ not be 8IGiveu tindcr iny h.ind and seal of tbe Court, ' :' this 10th'day of March, In tbe year of {L, S."| our Lord one thousand sine hundred , and of American Inr Published onDthe 14tb day of March, 1900, In the-Presa and,Banner and on the Court .House aoor for tbci time required by law. E, E. HILL, March 18,1900, tr * Jodgo of Probate. .. o The State of South Carolina, COUNTY Of?^BEVII&B. PROBATE COURT. In tbe Matter of the Satate of Dr. J. T. Baa- j?.' kin, Deceased. A LL persons Indebted to aatd estate mo t*-, settle without delay, and those botdtni olalmn against the eatate must present them properly attested to. A. G. BASKIN, March 21,1900. AgL tor Legatees. "PAT CLAYBURM." J. S. Stark's Stables. Price, $15 a Season. March 21,11)00. tf. Real Estate Business. rpHF. undersigned will lu the future devote A his entire time to the real estate business, and tenders to the citizens of Abbeville hl? services. All persons either wishing to buy or sell real estate will find It to their Interest to cull on me. March 5, IS**', tf. J. T. PARKS. Cobb A McPavid wants your shoe and hat business. Will give yon the best values. ' -i - '