Historical Newspapers of South Carolina

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$?gefld? %kt?m. /. L. MIMS._.Editor Published every Wednesday in The Advertiser Building at $1.50 per year fa) advance. Entered as second class matter at the postoffice at Edgefield, S. C. No communications will be published unless accompanied by the writer's uame. Cards of Thanks, Obituaries, Resolu tions and Political Notices published at advertising ratos. LARGEST CIRCULATION IN EDGEFIELD COUNTY. Wednesday, January 7th. ! -O A noble heart, like the sun, showeth its greatest countenance in its lowest estate.-SIDNEY. Back to "hard tack" again. Think of it, one week has already gone! The annual calendar "shower" has about subsided. Although this is an even-number ed year, it is not leap-year. Rumblings of a trolley from tha northwest is good news for the new year. Better to have made New Year resolutions and broken them than not to have made them at all. Greece is endeavoring to nego tiate a fifty-year lean. There are some individuals, as well as na tions, who would like to arrange for a 1 oan on such easy terms. The Advertiser nil. triT ? Tnary each week of the doings of the legislature. There are matters of great importance to be disposed of. The body will convene next Tuesday at noon. We have not looked into the chrouonologj', but weare convinced that it was at this season, early in the new year, when Shakespeare was inspired to say: "Who steals my parse steals trash; 't is some thing, nothing." Man of Great Heart. The Advertiser will repeat what it has said before: this or any other nation is extremely fortunate in having such a man as William Jen nings Bryan occupy a place in the official family second only to the President himself. A remark which Mr. Bryan made in a public ad dress at Lincoln, Nebraska, a few days aero reflects what manner of man he is. Mr. Bryan, in discuss ing a semi-religious subject, said: The peace movement-God speed in its passage around the world. I pray God may help me to make it unnecessary that this government -eball go to war with Mexico. I do not want men to die before guns for their country; I want them to live for their country." Safe-Guard the Primary. The General Assembly of South Carolina will convene in annual cession nert Tuesday at noon, and during the ensuing month or six ?weeks many matters of importance will receive the thoughtful atten tion of the lawmakers. Of all of these matters that concern the well being of our people not one is- of greater importance at this juncture than that of safe-guarding the Dem ocratic primary election. Every thing else should be subordinated, be made ' to occupy second place, nntil some satisfactory means is pro Tided for 1 )lding honest elections in South Carolina, precluding the ' possibility of designing demagogue^ 1 prostituting the primary system to j the furtherance of base and selfish ' ands. i t The Trusts Routed. It ha* beea proven over and over again that the strong arm of the National government is tr resist ible and can cope with any situa ci?n. The way in which the great trusts have been bumbled and rout ed, yielding to both direct and in direct legislation, shows that Na tional legislation is well nigh om nipotent, at least as much ao as any means the finite mind can de vise. Scores and scores of great trusts held the people captive for years and for a time even the gov ern ment officials themselves were made to do their bidding. As a result of National legisla tion, the Beetles have shifted and now we find many of these great corporations in a state of disintegra tion. A striking example of the effects of indirect legislation upon the trusts is found in the effect that the parcel post law has had upon the express companies, they them selves having formed a colossal and conspicuously arrogont trust. As a result of making special provision for the transmission o? packages through the mails, the express com panies have reduced their rates to less than half. The rate now upon a fi ve-pound package by express from Columbia to New York is 33 cents, whereas the former rate waa 70 cents. The rate now to Chicago is 34 cents, while it was 75 cents. It can be safely assumed that the expre88 company is not now accom modating the public by transport ing packages at cost, so the enor mous difference in the old rate and new rate went into the pockets of the stockholders. Our prediction is that the government1 has only made a beginning in the matter of correcting by legislation the tyrrany of the great moneyed interests. It may be remarked, incidentally, that the new tariff legislation was a long stride in that direction. Away From Congested Centres. It is frequently the case that a specialist is never at ease cr quite himself except when discussing mat ters pertaining to his specialty and ?u?? mo V|;IIJIUM uu omer matrera is of little value. Such ?snot the cace with the great chemist, Dr. Ha.-vey W. Wiley, who first came into na tional prominence through his riyid interpretation and enforcement of the pure food law. Dr. Wiley ap pears frequently upon the lecture platform and has proven his versa tility by discussing many subjects with marked intelligence, notwith standing the fact that the major portion of his years ha* been devo ted to laboratory work. In an address before the Young Men's Christian association in New York Sunday, Dr. Wiley stated that the establishment of large factories in rural communities and in small towns would help to solve the prob lem of urban congestion as well a* greatly aid in reducing the cost of living by facilitating the distribu tion of the country's food supply. This is a su?gestion that is well worth considering. If many of th? teeming hundreds of manufacturing plants that are located in New York city were located in the ?mall to wir in the state of New York, or bette still, if they were brought to th- | southern states where the climate i more favorable conditions sur rounding the thousanda of opera tivea would be immeasurably im proved. The same would apply t. Chicago, St. Louis, New Orleans and other large cities. Even in a city the size of Atlant;, the cost of living could be great 1 reduced by the removal of score of manu facta ri ne plants out to th. small towns where food and fuel foi the operatives could be more cheap ly purchased than in the ruy whee the demand frequently ixceedsthe -upply. Furthermore, as Dr. Wi 'ey saya in refeiing to the dixtrihu tton of tbe country's food supply, it would afford a ready and profita ble market for much country pro luce that is now practically wasted iround small tow ns through lack ol i profitable m;rket. In connection with Dr. Wiley's auggesti.m it is lardly necessary to pres.-ut or dwjll ?pon the improvement of nonie if.* and social conditions by mov ie away from the congested cities. Ph ese are too eyideut to need men ion in g. What Others Say Resolved to Succeed. If a man gets it into his mind that he is doomed to fail, he will fail. Bu the man who believes he will succeer will be most likely to do BO. Resolv* that you are going to Bucceed.-Or angeburg Times and Democrat. Abolish All Punishment. The advocates of abolishing capital punishment have nothing at all in the line of progressiveness on South Caro lina. In this State there is a move ment for the abolition of all kinds ol punishment. -Greenville News. Repented in Haste. A Jeffersonville, Ind., bride wooed and wed by a stranger in twenty min utes, has wired home "Cursed, beaten, abused. Send $15 at once fora carfare home. " What else could she expect? Columbia Record. Be Grateful Every Day. Thank God every morning when you get up that you have something to do that day, which must be done whether you like it or not. Being forced to work, and forced to do your best, will breed in you a hundred Virtues which the idle never know.-Spartanburg Journal. Talk Yourself Well. Quit talking about aches, pains, pel lagra and the hundred diseases sug gested to your mind. Talk about health, happiness, strength of body and mind. You can talk and think yourself into disease or good health. Take your choice.-Spartanburg Jour nal. Auto Accidents Increase. Kore statistics. During 1913 the records sho* that 302 persons were killed by automobiles m New York City. This was an increase of 81 over 1912, when 221 were killed by Automo biles. In 1911 only 142 met death in this way. In 1910 but 112. Every year the slaughter increases. The wonder is that under all the conditions it is no worse. -News and Courier. Smile Provokers Mrs. Clarke came running hur riedly into ber husband's office one morning. "Oh, Dick, she cried, as BOO gasp ed for breath. I dropped my dia mond ring off my finger and I can't find it anywhere."-New York Times. iLffie'H brother-Do you love my sister, Effie? Effie's steady company-Why, Willie, that's a queer question. Why do you want to know. Effie's brother-She said last night she'd give a dol'ar to know, and I'd like to scoop it in.-PucL Mr. Barnes entered his garage one morning and found his chauffeur taking hw eaao in?tead of doing *ome w'>?"k he bad been asked to do. ,4.I<>e. how is it,asked Mr. Barnes 4pverelv, that I never find you at work when I come out here?" "Well, K"ri replied Joe seriously, I guess it's on account of those rub ier heels you're wearing now." New York Times. Tt. was during the rush hours and the car was ?lowded to its full ca pacity and then sotne. A rather aaudily dressed young man was standing next to a Ger in ?n, each holding on to the over hanging ?trap. The car gave a sud den lurch, which resulted in the vonng man's stepping on the Ger man's toes This irritated the Ger man, who addressed the other an grily : "Mine friend', he said, I know mine feet vas meant to be valked . , but dot brivilege belongs to me." -Lippi noon's. A stern old preacher had issned tonis people a command against 'ancing. believing it to be a device if the devil. A few of the young people dis obeyed and attended a danoo given at a neighboring town Finally it reached the pars of the preacher, and meeline ono of tho culprits on >he street one morning he said in i stern Voice. "Good morning, child of the [the devil!" '"Good morning, father, smilingly answered thc pretty miss. C ?amberlain's Cough Remedy. This remedy has no superior for coughs and colds. It is pleasant to .ake. It contains no opium or other narcotic. It always cures. For sale b all dl'aie, A. Chronic Constipation Cured. "Five years ago I had the worst case of chronic constipation I ever knew of, and Chamberlain's tablet! cured me," writes S F Fiih, Brook lyu, Mioh. For sale by ?ll dealers. Card of Thanks. I wish to extend sincere thanks io ray friend* who assisted rae a? a -on testa ut in The Advertiser's con es?! I am profoundly grateful for he kindness and courtesies shown me by my friend? in mt own com iiuutty and in other parts of the ceunty. Maggie Winn. Plum Branch, S. C. NOTICE. I have bought the Johnson Brick ?Varehonse near old depot site and hare another house near in oHrge a ul will handle Hulls and Meal, Line and Cement, Coal and Brick, <kc, buy Cotton Seed and Cotton. I will appreciate any and all bu siness in ray line ind will guarantee satisfaction. AU business given prompt and personal attention. M. A. Taylor. Jan. 5, 9014. Notice. I have decided to move my place of business after first January, and auk all persons indebted to Adams Warehouse Co. to come and settle up on or before January first, that I may be able lo balance up books and turn over to the Company. Will state to my customers and friends I will continue in same line of business as heretofore. M. A. Taylor. Edgefield, S. C, Dec. 22, 1913. An Ideal Woman's Laxative. Who wanta to take salts or castor oil, when there is nothing better than Dr. King's Kew Life Pills for all bowel troubles. They act gently and naturally on the stomach and liver, stimulate and regulate your bowels and tono up the entire sys tem. Price 25c. At all druggists, ll E Buoklen & Co. Philadelphia or St. Louis. For Frost Bites and Chapped Skin. For frost bitten ears, fingers and toes, chapped hands and lips, chil blains, cold sores, red and rough skins, there is nothing to equal Bucklen's Arnica Sal re. Stops the pain at once and heals quickly. In every borne there should be a box handy all the time. Best remedy for all skin diseases, itching eczema, tetter, piles, etc. 25c. All druggist? V- ur. r?-i_j- jL ft... Philadelphia or St. Louis. Citation. The State of South Carolina, County of ridgefield. By W. T. Kinnaird, Probate Judg , Whereas, Mary Key has made suit to me, to grant her Letters of Administration of the Estate of Isaiah Key. These Are Therefore to cite and admonish all and singular the kin dred and creditors of the said Isaiah Key deceased, that they be and ap pear before me in the Court of Pro bate, to be held at Edgeiield C. H., S. C., in my office on 24th day of January next, after publication thereof, at il o'clock in the fore noon, to show cause, if any they have, why the said Administration should be gran tc?!. Given under my Hand, this 3rd day of January A. D., 14. Published on the 7ih, 14th ard 31st davs of January, 1914. W. T. Kinnaird, P. J. E. C. Master's Sale. State of South Carolina-County of Edgefield-Court of Common Pleas. Mrs. Mary K Barr, et al, Plain tiffs against Jessie R ishton, et al. Pursuant to the decree in this cauBe, I will sell at public outcry io the highest bidder before the court house, town of Edgefield and state oi South Carolina, on eales dav in February 1914, the same being ? he 2nd day of said month the follow ing described realty to wit: 'Two tracts of land as follows: One tract containing two hundred ani ninety acres more or le.^s, sit uate and being in Edgefield and Saluda counties in the slate of South Carolina and known as the Elsmore and Bush laud, and bounded by lauds of James Satcher, A M Mitch ell and Burrell Nicholson; and the other tract of land contains one hundred and fifty-one acres more or less, situate in Edgefield county, state of South Carolina, and known as the Snipes land, and bounded by lands of E L Yonce, Wm. Hare, James Temple and others." Terras of sale cash. Purchaser to pay for papers. If purchaser does not comply with the terms of sale within one hour after sale, I will resell same at former purchaser's risk, un ess satinf tetory arrange ments can be made with plaintiff's attorney and the Master. S. M. Smith, Master E. C. S. C. I . Thank Friends I take this means of thanking the people for their very general patronage for the year -913. We have had a good business and are grateful for it. I expect to add to my stock for 1914 and make it bigger and better than ever. I solicit and hope to meet a continuance of your patronage for 1914. Mukashy Bargain House Israel Mukashy, Proprietor. Fruit Store and Restaurant We carry a full assortment of fresh fruit at all times and solicit your orders. We carry a full stock of fresh candy ar reasonable pnces. Come to our restaurant for first-class meals. Fresh Oysters served all styles. Edgefield Fruit Company. Extend Thanks We wish to thank our friends and the pubbc gener ! \ ally for the liberal patronage of the past year, and solicit a continuance for 1914. We will always have a splendid stock of Clothing, Shoes, Hats and Furnishings tor Men and Boys, Dorn & Mims .-riv 3X? 3R5] Leading Jewelry Store When in Augusta come in and inspect otir 1 irge stock of Cut Glass, China, Sil verware, Jewelry, Watches, Diamonds, Etc.J We bny from the leading manufacturers and importers. Your repair work solicited. A. J. Renkl, 706 Broad Street, Augusta, Georgia. limit? mw ff ff Notice of Final Dis charge. To All Whom These Presents Maj Concern. Whereas, J. F. Cars veil baa made ai plication unto this Court for Final Discharge as Kxfcutor in re the Estate of Mrs. Adoline Wise of above County and State deceas ed on ibis the 3rd day of Jan uary 1914. These Are Therefore, to cite any and all kindred, creditors, or par lies interested, to show cause be fore mo at my office at Kdgefield Court House, Sotuh Carolina, on ihe 6th day of February 19H at ll o'dock a. m., why said order of Discharge should not be granted. W. T. Kinnaird, J. P. E. C. Jan. 3, 1914-51. Lion Brand Shins, $1.50 and 82.UU patterns, ai $1 00. Smith-Marah Co. Men's and ladies' Underwear. Smith-Marsh Co. Notice. Notice is hereby given that on Saturday the 7tn dav of February prox, I will make a final settlem?'i t before the Probate Judge of E lire field County, at his office at Edge field C. H., S. C., at eleven o'clock in the morning of said day, aa Guardian of Joseph H. tioukniuht; and will at the same time and place apply to the Probate Judge for a final discharge from the office and d?tes of Guardian of tho said Joseph H. Bouknight. G. M. Smith, Jan. 6, 1914. Guardian. Trespass Notice. All persons are hereby forbidden from hunting, fishing or trespaas ing in any manner whatever upon the lands of the undersigned in White Town and Parksville school district?. The law % ill be enforced against all trespassers. W. J. Talbert. Parkaville, S. C.