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Office No. 61. Residence, No. 17. WEDNESDAY, MAY 8, 1912 I LOCALS PERSONAL E! Si_ _ ut Handsome spring skirts. Smith Marsh Co.. Mr. A. S. Tompkins spent several days in Greenwood last week. Mrs. Charles A. Griffin and Miss Ruth Tompkins are visiting friends in Macon, Ga. Roasted coffees in bulk from 25 cents up. B. Timmons. Devote your time and energy at present to The Advertiser's corn contest, and let the political con test come later. For Sale, or exchange 50 bushels long staple seed. R. G. Shannonhouse. Have your windows and doors fitted with wire screens and doors for the summer. We have all sizes. Stewart & Kernaghan. There will bv an all day layman's meeting at Rehoboth next Sunday, and dinner will be served on the grounds. Everybody invited. Come to us for paiuts of all kinds for both inside and outside work. B. Timmons. The program of the Interdenomi national Sunday school convention which will be held at Harmony church May 23rd, appears elsewhere in this issue. Come to us for onion sets, and Land r th's celebrated garden seeds of all kinds. They never fail to give satisfaction. B. Timmons. Rev. R. G. Shannonhouse is in Beaufort attending the Diocesan convention. Mr. P. B. Day accom panied him to represent the Episco pal church at Trenton. Mr. P. M. Feltham is in Edge field spending several days with Mrs. Feltham and their little song. Ile always receives a warm welcome from his Edgefield friends. Keep out the disease-spreading mosquitoes and flies by getting your windows and doors with wire screens. It will not cost you much. Get our prices. Stewart & Kernaghan. Do not deoide to leave off your prize ?ore of corn because conditions have been somewhat unfavorable up to this time. Several farmers have enrolled their names who will not plant their acre until wheat or oats ?re harvested from the land. Mrs. W. H. Turner and Miss Madge Turner recently presented the Edgefield camp Woodmen of the World with a beautiful white satin banner. This very thought ful act on the part of these ladies was highly appreciated by the mem bers of the camp. We serve a full dinner for 35 cents. The People's Cafe. Dr. M. D. Jeffries will conduci. the service at the Baptist church Sunday morning at 11:30 o'clock. The subject of the sermon will be "God's contract with man." There will be no night service, as Dr. Jeffries leaves on the late train for Oklahoma city, where he will at tend tne meeting of the Southern Baptist convention and will meet the board of trustees of the Louis yille Theological Seminary.of which board he is secretary. Beautiful gingham dresses for the little girls. Smith'Marsh Co. The new candidates that have an nounced this week are W. W. Ful ler, for county superintendent (fi education, B. E. Nicholsor. for state senate, W. G. Ouzts for sheriff, Je rome H. Courtney, House of Rep resentatives, Mr. J. T. Mims for treasurer and Mr. J. F. Pardue, magistrate of the fourth judicial district. We will be unable to give special mention of all these in this issue, but due attention will be giv en in subsequent issues. I will stand my pedigreed jack at my home for the spring season. Weight l,H5 pounds. Julian R. Strother. FOR SALE-I will have a larg? shipment of potato plants to arrive the last of the week. R. G. Shan nonhouse. Special prices for men's and boys suits this week. Give us a trial. Rubenstein. Mrs. Jim Jay accompanied by her little girl, of Johnston, is visit ing her sister Mrs. ?Warren Paul, this week. The first to announce himself a candidate for the office of magis trate is Mr. J. F. Pardue, a success ful farmor and sterling citizen of the Collier section. If elected he will serve his people well. Don't fail to look over our mil linery department before you buy your hat as we have a complete line of ready trimmed hats and shapes and flowers, and our milliner can trim your hat while ydu wait. Rubenstein. Mr. John Cooper of the Men- j wether section is being urged by bis friends to become a candidate for county commissioner. Mr. Cooper has many friends over the county who would give him loyal Put down the old carpet again. Finish your floor with Campbell's Va! nish Stain and you will have a cleaner and more sanitary floor and will be delighted with the effect and the durability of it. Easily ap plied. Dries hard. Ask W E Lynch & Co. about it. A large shipment of new shapes and flowers just arrived. Rubenstein County Democratic Convention. The county Democratic conven tion which was held Monday was largely attended, all of the clubs except Plum Branch and South Hibler being represented. The con vention was organized by the elec tion of Hon. B. E. Nicholson, presi dent; Capt. E. H. Folk, vice-presi dent; S. J. Watson and J. L. Mims. secretaries. Immediately after the enrollment of delegates from the local clubs, came the election o? six delegates to the state convention. Upon motion of Hon. J. Wm. Thurmond the rules were suspended and Senator B. R. Tillman was elected a delegate by acclamation. Judge J. R. Black well made a motion that Col. W. J. Talbert be likewise chosen as a del egate to the state convention, but this motion failed. Seven names were next placed in nomination. The following five by Mr. A. E. Padgett: A. M. Clark, J. P. De Laughter, J. Wm. Thurmond, J. R. Blocker and J. T. Littlejohn, and two, Col. W. J. Talbert and Mr. S. McG. Simkins were nominated by Mr. S. M. Smith. The vote was taken by ballot with the result that the five persons nomi nated by Mr. Padgett were chosen by a decided margin. In placing these names in nomination Mr. Padget stated that all of them were supporters of Judge Ira B. Jones for governor,' and they represented every section of the county, only one being chosen from the town of Edgefield. Resolutions were adopted practi" cally unanimously endorsing B. R. Tillman for the United States sen ate, Ira B. Jones for governor, and S. T. Carter for state treasurer. The vote that reflected the relative strength of Mr. B lease and Judge Jones in the convention more than any other was that upon the adop tion of the resolutions endorsing Judge Jones, the result being 68 in favor of the resolutions and 4 against. Hon. M. P. Wells introduced a resolution recommending that all magistrates be suggested or nomi nated in the primary instead of be ing recommended to the governor for appointment by the members of th( delegation to the general as sembly as has been the custom for the past two years. The resolution was adopted without opposition. Mr. A. E. Padgett was chosen as Edgefield's representative on the state executive committee, and Hon. B. E. Nicholson was unanimously elected chairman of the county ex ecutive committee. Probably not since the early nine ties has a county convention been held in which the lines between op posing forces have been more deci dedly drawn than was the case in Monday's convention. The major ity supporting Senator Tillman and Judge Jones was so large that the convention was easily carried in their favor. While interest ran high from the opening till the close of the convention, it is very grati fying that but little feeling was manifested. The following resolution was in troduced by Mr. W. E. LsGrone of Johnston endorsing Senator Till man: Whereas, Senator B. R. Tillman by his force, abilitj and statesman ship has represented Sou'.h Carolina ia th? United Sutes b?nate . so as to win the esteem of not only his constituents of his own state, but so as to com mand the admiration and commen dation of the people of every part of our union; and Whereas, By his services South Carolinians have been benefitted in so many ways, as in getting- our full share of appropriations for our Seaport improvements, settlement of the claims between South Caro lina and the Federal Government, obtaining reimbursement for dam age to property in our state by Federal Troops, discussing race and social questions at the South be fore the people of the north and west in such bold and able manner as to clear up misconceived preju dices against the management of the ballot at the South, and put be yond probability the effort to impose upon our section such legislation as the Force Bill to interfere with our Federal Elections; and Whereas, He has shown himself to be the peer of any Senator not only in the legislative halls of Con gress, but has shown his ability to understand and handle matters in every department of our govern ment, giving his constituents ser vices which can be had from only a few men after long service, and which we could not expect from a new representative for many years; Now, Therefore, be it Resolved, That we the represent atives of the Democratic Voters of Edgefield County, the county of his birth and his home, in convention assembled, express our appreciation for his long and able services to our country, and endorse him for re-election as United States Senator in the coming- Primary. Immediately after the adjourn ment of the convention the county executive committee held a short business session, electing Mr. A. E. Padgett secretary and W. W. Adams, treasurer. The next meet ing of the committee will ?be the first Monday in July. NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS. The undersigned will receive bids for tho erection of a steel bridge over Stevens Creek, at Shaw and McKie's mill, in Edgefield county, S. C., on Tuesday, May 28, 1912, at their office at Edgefield, S. C. Said bridge is to consist of a steel span 125 feet long, with approaches and abutments and with a total length of about 450 feet The bid der is to furnish all labor and ma terial and to furnish a certified check or cash for $500 to secure compliances with bid, and success ful bidder to furnish bond for com pliance with contract. Work to be d one in accordance with plans and specifications to be filed with the Clerk of Court at Edgefield, S. C. The right to reject any and all bids is reserved W. G. Wells, K.L. Broadwater, J. O. Herin, Co. Bd. Com. E. C., S.C. May 7, 1912 ATTENTION STOCK KAISERS 1 My handsome Combination Stall ion "Dandy Denmark.'* and also my fine Kentucky Jack "Hamburg Jr" will make balance of spring sea son at my farm near Clark's Hill. All possible care used with mares sent, but not responsible for acci dent. Terms $15.00 to insure. Jas. H. Garrett April 30, 1912. SPECIAL NOTICE. The Business College now being conducted at Augusta, Ga., under the Draughon name is not author ised by Draughon'8 Practical Busi ness College Co. For catalog of Draughon's Big Chain of Colleges, address Jno. F. Draughon, presi dent, Nashville, or Knoxville, Tenn. O O I-i 13 S O ID .A. Www OUR CHOCOLATE.SODA IS MADE WBL1^?s??&-CHOCOLAT? Tbs SSJM is issd it tts fountains of thslr Fitly Retail Stares and kiowa tho world ovsrforits deUoleiMsst of flavor " Hujier " quality fills every glass of soda dut sports from oar f ou n tain. The flavor voa like best is here all the old favorites and a host of aew cr es. Erena OsJstiesef Rare Exoslleaes. W. E. LYNCH & CO. Sergeant-Why do yon think thia dog was stolen from a lady? Policeman-Because, as I walked I down the street with it, it stopped I in front of all the department store windows. An Open Letter to Non-Church Goers. I find in good old South Caroli na, as elsewhere, a certain number of good, clever, sensible people who do not attend church. Some of them are nominal members of some church and some are not. On look ing into ihe matter, we find various reasons for this non'church-attend ance. Of course this is a free coun try and people will do as they please in this matter; the fact is we would not have it otherwise, but it does seem strange that a man will vol untarily go in, and remain in an organization like this, that involves matters of so serious moment, as those represented by the church, and then fail to lend to it the sup port that attendance on its services would mean. Leaving out of consideration the hindrances of ill health and the like, lets look into the reasons that deter you non-church-goers. Some are very busy, all the week and Sun day too; the life is absorbed with everj day affairs. Yet some people as busy are regular church attend ants; is not the cause worth the sac rifice and effort that busy people would have to make in attendance? With some it is just the habit of not going; some have made a rec ord: "haven't been to church for 20 years." They would not break that record for a twenty dollar bill; it is the only record they have made that is worth mentioning! Some think they can live just as well out of the church; some find so mauy unworthy people in the ohurch, though we never heard of that keeping any one out who real ly wants to come and that kind of hindrance does not keep men out of law, medicine or merchandise. To some the church appears cold, ex clusive and selfish; for some the services are tame and uninteresting. They have allowed themselves to live on excitement and intoxication of one kind or another, until the quiet, reverential services of the house of God does not satisfy. For the man who steeps himself in sin and avarice the church offers no at traction; it is not the thing his ap petite craves. Friends, lets see* what the church, the town, city or little country church stands for and wheOr it is worthy to command your attention and support, by regular attendance on its services. God established it and committed to it and its mem bers the most important affairs of this life. Like everything which human beings have to do, it is im perfect. Almost all of the letters to the churches, which make up so much of the New Testament, were written by the apostles to correct faults in those churches; yet God committed to the churches the all important things of his kingdom. The churches stand as the basis for the preaching of the way of salva tion, as laid down by the Lord; for the spread of t^e gospel, at home and abroad. They are the strongest moral force in the land; how would you like to live in a land where there are no churches? The civiliza tion of every land is shaped by the religion of that land; the civiliza tion of Japan and China is chang ing because their religion is chang ing. Our churches are the embodi ment and expression of the religion and morality of cur land. You and I believe that it would be for the good of all if the life of every citi zen of this land was controlled by the religion of Jesus Christ. If no body attended the churches, how much force would religion have? Dear friends, maybe you haven't realized it, but by your non-attend ance, you are throwing your influ ence against all that the churches stand for: "What you do speaks so loud that we can't hear what you say." Are you not a stumbling block to your own children and those of your neighbors? Why not give the silent encouragement of your pres ence to the things that make for the best welfare of yourself and the world in which you live? Does not God who made you, and preserves and saves you, and the world that gives you living room and shelters you demand this much at your hands? Don't fail to find your place 'among the people who attend church; that church which is ac knowledged to stand for the safest and best things for ourselves and our children, both for time and eternity. I respectfully suggest that you get on the right side, put the past and all hindrances behind you and do your duty. Yours cordially, M. D. Jeffries. Notice:-Summer clothing-Blue Serge $12.60. Mohair $ IS. 50 np. Wash suits $4.00. Linen dusters $1.S6 np. All kind of summer wash pants $1.00 np. F. G. Martins th? Clothier, Augusta, Ga Used and praise competent and try cooks the The only Baking from Royal Gr Tartar-made Special Notiees Misse9 middy blouses. Smith Marsh Co. Quick luuches served at The People's Cafe. Choicest cotton fabrics, silks and cottons, lovely linens. Smith-Marsh Co. FOR SALE-400 or 500 bushels of ear corn at $1.10 per bushel. J. C. Long, Trenton, S. C. When in town get your dinner at The People's Cafe. Colored muslins, borders, solid, and figured. Smith-March Co. When ladies are in Edgefield shopping they are invited to take their dinner at The People's Cafe. Ladies silk hose white, black and lam Smith-Marsh Co. Brighten the interior of your home by using Alabastine on your walls. B. Ti m m oes, First-class meals served at all hours, first door to the rear of the Bank of Edgefield. The People's Caf?. A large shipment of dynamite just received. Stewart & Kernaghan. We always carry a full supply of Glenn Springs and Harris Lithia water. Penn & Holstein. Fall supply of baseball goods at B. Timmons. Children's silk BOX, a beautiful assortment of silk and lisle. Smith March Co. Arrange to get your meals by the month at The People's Cafe. FOR SALE-One combination saddle and driving horse. A three year old and a four year old mare. J. M. Mays, Edgefield, S. C. Fresh shipment of Harris Lithia Water and Ginger Ale, at B. Timmons. Attention of South This is the year for you I the Old Reliable "Star Bran Co's Manipulated Guano, a elusively. It has given sati over 45 years, and is acknc it to be the best all-round C the world. It gives you th Money. It is Cheap in pri made of the Bett Materials, which proves its Superior For Economy and Best Res you to use. Ask your Mer? ingit We sell all other gr Merchant does not handle c The Macmur? Saet?esete lo TU WU Charles* FOR SALE: I have a few more bushels of long staple cotton seed left at 80 cents per bushel. . R. G. Shannonhouse. Just arrived cotton corduroy sev eral different patterns. Smith-Marsh Co. Fresh shipment of Ferry's garden seed just received at B. Timmons. Let us supply you with seed Irish potatoes. We have them direct from the eastern seed farm, in all the popular varieties, such as Early Rose, Bliss, Irish Cobbler etc. B. Timmons. Our prices on wire screen doorl and windows is very reasonable. See us before buying. Stewart & Kernaghan. For Sale: Columbian long sta ple cotton seed, grown away from other cotton. Absolutely pure and' carefully ginned on private gin. E. J. Mims. Fresh shipment of Russell's can dies by express. B. Timmons. Our shoes are matchless. Call and see for yourself. Smith-Marsh Co. Georgia Cane Syrup, fresh from the South Georgia farms, at B. Timmons. Hats and Caps the largest selec tion in Augusta. Straw hats $1.00 up. $8.00 Panama's at $4.75. Stet son and other fine makes $2.25 up. Caps a full line 22c up. W. G. Mertins Augusta, Ga. WANTED: Ten or fifteen goats ordinary breed. W. E. Prescott Modoc, S. C. R. F. D. $1.25 linen sheeting for 89c Smith-Marsh Ob. Boys Suits and pants, also Chil drens wash suits a full line prices low: F. G. Mertins, Augusta, Ga. Suits from $10.00 up, all wool Pants $2.00 up. Rubber coats for rain or dust $5.00 and up. Write F. G. Mertins, the Tailor and Clothier, Augusta, Ga. Large stock of wire screen doora and windows just received. Stewart & Kernaghan. : Farmers Carolina to return?to your "first love," d" Wilcox & Gibbs Guano nd use it on your crops ex sfaction wherever used for >wledged by those who use otton and Corn Fertilizer in e Bett Results for the Least ce, High Grade in Analysis, and has a record of 45 years Value as a Crop Producer, ults this is The Fertilizer for :hant for it and jurist on hav ades of Fertilizers. If your mr goods, write os direct phy Company ess 4k Gibbs Cesse Ct. bon, Se C. .