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Office No. 61. Residence, No. 17. Wednesday, June 30. LOCAL AND PERSONAL, Preaching in Methodist church next Sunday morning and night. Miss Kate Mims is visiting her aunt, Mrs. Edgar Ready near John ston. Miss Hortensia Woodson is visit ing in the home of Mrs. J.,L. Mims. Preaching at Trenton Methodist church Sunday afternoon at o'clock. Mrs. Kail and little Mildred have gone to Sylvania, Ga., for a stay of several weeks. Mrs. Annie Easterling of Aiken is the guest of Miss Mary Evans for a few days this week. A number of communications of interest have been crowded out, but will appear next week. Preaching at Trenton at 8:30. Preaching in Edgefield at 11:15 Sunday, Presbyterian cl *a,ach. Misses Edwardina and Marion Blalock are visiting friends on Edisto Island and in Charleston. Mr. Frank Cain a very handsome young man from Sumter, is the guest of his sister, Mrs. E. S. Rives. Mrs.J.M. Mixson of Union.andMiss Daisy Watson of Ridge Spring, are guests of their cousin, Mrs. J. P. Ouzts. Miss Virginia Johnson will leave for a visit to the mountains of North Carolina on Friday of this week. . Misses Natalie and Gladys Pad gett will entertain the Dixie chap ter, Thursday morning, July 1, at ll o'clock. M'sa Gladys Padgett has been enjoying a house party on Paris mountain with her friend, Miss Re becca Furman. Mrs. E. C. Brown has returned to her-home in Greenville, taking) with her for a visit her nephew little j Benjamin Cogburn. Miss Ruth Etheredge, one of the most charming young ladies of the Pleasant Lane section, was a visitor in Edgefield Thursday. Mrs. Cannon of Conyers, Ga., and her daughter, Mrs. Belle John son, of Atlanta, and son, Hudson, are the guests of Dr. and Mrs. Cor ley. Mr. and Mrs. James II. Tomp kins entertained Mr. and Mrs. W D. Allen and all the bridal party at an elaborate tea on Tuesday even ing. Mrs. S. J. Matthews of Augusta J and little daughter, AnniesDorothy j is visiting her sister, Miss Pearl Padgett and brother, Mr. E. E. Padgett. The Womans Missionary Confer ence of Columbia District will meet with the^Methodist church at Edge field July 10 and ll, Saturday and Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. C. M. Mellichampj and Mrs. Mellichamp came down from Cleora in their new car and worshipped in the Baptist church Sunday morning. Mr. Charles R. Dobson, Misses Dobson, Mr. and Mrs. Feltham will leave on Friday for an automobile trip throughout the mountains of North Carolina. The Moving pictures will give a benefit to the Civic League on Monday evening, when a per cent, of their receipts will go to this worthy enterprise. The Baptist Mission Circle of North Edgefield will meet Friday afternoon with Mrs. W. S. Cog bnrn. The East Circle will meet with Mrs. N. M. Jones. . Mrs. Mamie Tillman attended a meeting of the executive committee of the Woman's Missionary Union of the Ridge association which was held at Ward last Saturday. Mi*, and Mrs. Frank Warren, Jr., and Mr. John Warren, who have been residing neir^ Chicago, are spending some time with their par ents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Warren, Sr. Mrs. W. A. Byrd spent last week at the bedside of her mother, Mrs. C. C. Fuller, who is seriously ill at her home at Longmires. Mr. Byrd went up for Mrs. Byrd and the children Sunday. > Mrs. Carrie Tompkins of Colum- I bia who came over to attend the funeral of Mrs. Sam Tompkins on Saturday, and remained over several ? days with Mrs. Maggie Hill, return ing to her home in Columbia on , Monday. Miss Mary Talbert entertained a few friends on Saturday evening at a very delightful tea. About eight guests wer? seated, and so pleasant was the occasion, that the wee, small hours almost caught them on their journey home. Saturday will b'e Civic League Day at Penn & Holstein's, when, through their generosity, 25 per cent, of all their receipts from ice cream and cold drinks will go to the Civic League. Don't forget to patronize at this splendid time of opportunity to help them and the Civic League. Mr. Allen T. Samuel is in New York enjoying the trip of ten days which he won as the prize offered by the American Tobacco Compa ny for the salesman sending the largest volume of business for the past year. Mr. Samuel has been steadily promoted since he entered the employment of this large cor poration, v Prof. W. F. Scott spent Tues day in Edgefield in the interests of Anderson college, taking part of his summer vacation for that pur pose. He makes a splendid appeal for the cc liege and many students will doubtless be directed for the coming session in the direction of Anderson by his magnetic influence, as well as the great inducement the college offers. Rubenstein's Remodelling Sale. Mr. J. Rubenstein is advertising a great remodelling sale in this week's issue of The Advertiser. This sale begins on April 2, Friday of this week. Read this page and take advantage of the many bar gains suggested therein. Everything in the way of clothing and house* hold necessities will be supplied at the lowest cost. D. A. R. Meeting. The Old 96 District chapter, D.A. R will bold the last meeting of the summer at Mrs. Susan Hill's resi dence, Mrs. Wallace Tompkins be ing hostess on this occasion. In celebration of Independence day the meeting will be held on Saturday, July 3, at 5 o'clock. Order of historical program. Song, America, by chapter. Recitation, "Hail Columbia," Miss Florence Peak. Why we celebrate Independence day, Mrs. B. E. Nicholson. Song, Mrs. Sbannonhouse. Articlp, "How Robert Fulton helped in celebrating the 4th of July in 1778." "Heroes of 96," Miss Woodson. "The American flag," Mrs. J. H. Cantelou. Flag salute by chapter. Mrs. N. G. Evans, Regent. Mrs. J. W. Peak, Sec. Shower in Honor of the Bride. Mrs. Allen has be^n the recipient of many social attentions, and on Monday* afternoon at 5 o'clock a large number of invited guests gathered at the home of Mrs. J. P. Ouzts for a dining room and kitchen shower. At the door, each guest was i cordially greeted and received by the gracious hostess and receiving line composed of Mrs. Abner . Broadwater, Mrs. Fannie Tomp- | kins, Mrs. Mixson, Mrs. W. E. Lott < and Miss Daisy Watson and de- ? ligbtful fruit nectar was dispensed < by Misses Ida Folk and Emmie ] Broad water. From this place of enjoyment, every one repaired to the parlor , where pleasant half-hour was spent , in social chat. \ A contest of unusual interest was , the cake contest, the answers giving y the various names of these tempt- > ing eatables. A delightful salad course was served with iced tea, and music fol lowed with vocal selections by Mrs. Sbannonhouse accompanied on the J piano by her little daughter, Nor ma, and Miss Miriam Norris, with i accompaniment by Miss Emily | Tompkins. Miss Madge Turner fur- I nished beautiful instrumental selec- ? tions. The gifts were many and appro- j priate, and both useful and orna- < mental. The bride was the center of ] attraction, and many good wishes 1 went with her as the guests depart- ( id at the setting of the sun. ] The Southeastern is the oldest : sid line legal reserve insurance com- ( pany in South Carolina. s C. M. Mellichamp, i Specis.l Agent. Heniz's Dill Pickles, 15c can. L. T. May. Great Praise for Edgefield's High School. The following letter from Hon. J. E. Swearingen has been received by the trustees of the Edgefield High School, and the letter is most encouraging to those who have been faithfully engaged in this work, and all the patrons of the Edgefield High School: Mr. T. J. Lyon, Edgefield, S. C. Dear Sir: Thanks for your report of the Edgefield High School. It is the best showing yet made to this office for any year of school work in any district. The distribution of pupils throughout the grades was uniform. This is a gratifying evidence of the organization of the school, the interest of the pupils, and the careful oversight of the super intendent. The average attendance was a frac tion above 80 per cent. Since attend ance is one of the real tests of a school, I congratulate you most heartily upon this feature of the report. The patrons of the school should never be satisfied with lese than a nine months term. Thejresults you have ac complished during 1914-15 prove beyond question that the school ought to run 36 weeks. Other county seats and neighboring towns would not be satis fied with anything below a nine months term. Your standard in this respect is not only right but absolutely neces sary. The high school attendance exceeded my expectations. The report points to a larger enrollment m. the high school grades next year. Above all, I am gratified at the fi nancial showing made by the trustees. Notwithstanding all the advantages en joyed during the year, the school clos ed the term free of debts. As long as this policy of progressive organization and economic administration continues, the growth and efficiency of the school will oe assured. I congratulate you most heartily upon the success and accomplishments of the year, and wish you, your teach ers, and pupils even better things du ring 1915-16. Yours respectfully, J. E. SWEARINGEN, State Supt. of Education. Concerning Medal Contests. It is evident from the letters we are receiving from those interested in "The Peace Contests," that the communication in the Union Sig nal of April 22, on this special work was not carefully read. We gave quite minute instructions regaiding these contests-the new book of recitations-the medal designed by the national superintendent, Mrs. Bailey, the music, souvenirs, etc., also an outlined program. Look up this issue and write me if you need further information. The date of these contests was to have been May 18, Peace Day, but as the time was limited owing to the book of recita tions not being ready as soon as expected, we hope that these con tests will be continued until peace is proclaimed. Now is the oppor tune time for the work. .Prohibition contests are being actively pushed in nearly all the states, especially in those that are working for state-wide prohibition. We hope that an effort will be made to hold high grade contests during the Hummer, and early fall months. Nearly every mail brings a letter from aspiring contestants ask ing if we cannot place them in a diamond medal contest, (rive these young people an opportunity to win the diamond medals. Half-rates in the Columbia college of expression of Chicago is a great incentive for advancement. Are you working for the special medals offered by the different na tional superintendents, viz: Sunday schools, humane education, anti narcotics, franchise, peace and ar bitration, red letter days and at in stitutes. Report these different de part me rt contests to the state con test superintendent. Every state apd territory has a superintendent of medal contests. Send to them or four national superintendent for mpplies. As souvenirs for matron's contests and the new members, we lave the Scotch bow pin. (See cata log). We hope you will co-operate ear nestly with your state superintend ant in pushing this department, ;hus enabling us to make the best report ever given at a national con fution. Citation. The State of South Carolina,, County of Edgefield. 3y W. T. Kinnaird, Probate Judge. Whereas, John H. Stone has made suit to rae, to grant him Let ters of Administration of the Es tate of and effects of Mrs. Lela L. Stone, deceased. These Are Therefore to cite and idmonish all and singular the kin ked and Creditors of the said Mrs. Lela L. Stone, deceased, that they je and appear before me, in the Dourt of Probate, to be held at Edgefield, S. C., on July 15, 1915 lext, after publication thereof, at ll o'clock in tho forenoon, to show !au8e, if any they have, why the laid Administration should not be .ranted. Given under my Hand, this 29th lay of June A. D., 1915. W. T. Kinnaird, June 30, 1915. J. P. E. C. JOHNSTON LETTER. (Continued from First Page.) historian, Mrs. O. D. Black, who also presided. Song, "We are old time Confederates," Prayer, Rev. M. L. Rester; song, "My old Ken tucky home," children of the Con federacy; original paper, "Material resources of the ante-bellum south," Mrs. F. M. Boyd; address, Dr. A. T. King. Mrs. Boyd's .paper was an excellent one, aud the address by Dr. King, was greatly enjoyed and I appreciated, especially by the veter ans. "God be with j ou 'til we meet] again," closed this pleasant day. The revival services being held in the school auditorium are largely attended and on Sunday the build-1 ing was tilled to its capacity. Rev. Mr. -Holcomb is an earnest speaker and the Christian people of the town are assisting him in bringing about a ?revival. Prayer meetings are being held by the ladies at the different homes and the men are also holding prayer meetings in their offices. Rev. Olothworthy bas charge of the music which is sweet and in spiring. The services will continue through Sunday. Mrs. Annie P. Lewis and Miss Marie Lewis are visiting the for mer's sister, Mrs. W. S. Mobley, at Thompson, Ga. Mr, and Mrs. Jack A. Lott and Master Marion spent the week-end at Colliers, in the home of Mr. Miller. Mrs. Lyn L. Allen and little Mar jorie returned on Sunday to Atlan ta after a six ?week's visit to the home of her father, Capt. P. B. Waters, Sr., and other relatives. Miss Bettie Waters accompanied her for a visit. Mr. James Watkins died at his home near Dom's on last Wednes day the cause of his death being a general break down. The news of his death was received here with sadness for he was a genial, whole souled man, and liked by all who knew him for his many noble quali fications. He was a member of the Baptist church, a kind father and husband. Besides his widow he leaves a daughter, Mrs. Emma Gaul phin^ of Ninety Six and a son Mr. Claud Watkins of Columbia. He leaves a sister, Mrs. Albert Lott. Mr. and Mrs. Watkins resided here for several years, living at the Lott homestead until about a year ago, when they moved to their farm at Dom's. Mrs. F. A. Tompkins and Mrs. Fannie Jefferson are spending this week at Meeting Street with Mr. and Mrs. J. K. Allen. For the last few Sundays at the Baptist church the congregation has enjoyed hearing two of the town's musical young women plaj for the service'. These two are Misses Mary Lucia Mobley and Hallie White, who during the past term at Coker college, have been studying organ. I have pop corn and early amber cane seed that shuuld be sown with peas. L. T. May. An Easy, Pleasant Laxative. One or two Dr. King's New Life Pills with a tumbler of water at night. No bad, nauseating taste; no belching gas. Go right to bed. Wake up in the morning, enjoy a free, easy bowel movement, and feel fine all day. Dr. King's New Life| Pills are sold by all Druggists, 36 in an original package, for 25c. Get a bottle to-day-enjoy this easy, pleasant laxative.-2 Heinz's baked beans, Spaghetti, Peanut Butter, Olives, Olive Oil. L. T. May. NOTICE Write me and I will explain how I was cured in four days of a severe case of Pile of 40 years' standing without nain, knife or detention from busi ness. No one need suffer from this diseaae when this humane cure can be had right here in South Carolina. R. M. JOSE, Route 4. Lamar, S. C. FOR COTTON WEIGHER. I hereby announce that I am a can didate for the position of public cotton weigher for the town of Edgefield, and respectfully solicit the support of those who market cotton at Edgefield. W. D. ALLEN. I hereby announce that I am a can didate for the position of public cotton weigher for the town of Edgefield, and respectfully solicit the votes of the people who market cotton at Edge field. C. H. B. WILLIAMS. I respectfully announce my candidacy for the positionjof public cotton weigher for the town of Edgefield and if elected ?viii do my utmost to give entire satis faction. . _ ? \ M. H. Deal. \ Text of Act Providing for Elec tion on State-WideJProhibi tion. An Act to Submit to the Qualified Electors of the State of South Carolina the Question of the Prohibition of the Manufacture and Sale of Alcoholic Liquors and Beverages in the State and to Provide for the Carrying of these Provisions into Effect. Be it enacted by the State of South Carolina: Section 1. That on Tuesday, the 14th day of September, 1915, an election shall be held pursuant to law submitting to the qualified elec-l tors of the State of South Carolina the question as to whether the manu facture and sale of alcoholic liquors and beverages shall be prohibited or continued in this state as now provided by law, and such elec tion shall bo held and conducted under the laws and in the manner | prescribed for regular elections. Sec. 2. Each person favorii g the manufacture and sale of alcoholic liquors and beverages in South Carolina, and voting on this ques tion, shall cast his ballot "For Man ufacture and Sale of Alcoholic Liquors and Beverages in South Carolina," and each person oppos ing the sale and manufacture of al coholic liquors and beverages in South Carolina, and voting on this question, shall cast his ballot Against the Manufacture and Sale of Alcoholic Liquors and Beverages in South Carolina." One ballot box al each precinct shall be provided, and all the provisions of law in force iu regard to general and special elections shall be applicable and to cover the manner of conducting this election and ascertaining the result thereof: Provided, That the super visors of registration of the respec tive counties of this state shall open the books of registration in each couuiy up to thirty da\.s of the date herein provided, and shall in all counties comply with the provi sions of Section 205, Code oi Laws of South Carolina 9112, volume 1, prior to said election. The supervi sors of registration shall be entitled to receive in consideration for the extra services herein required the same compensation for the year 1915 that the law provides for a gen eral election year. Sec. 3, If the majority of the ballots cast be, "For the Manufac ture and Sale of Alcoholic Liquors and Beverages in South Carolina," any laws existing and of force at the time ot' such election shall he and remain in full force and ef fect. Sec. 4. Should the majority of the ballots so cast be "Against thc Manufacture and Sale of Alcoholic Liquors and Beverages in South Carolina," then the manufacture and sale of alcoholic liquors and beverages in this state shall be un lawful, except as hereinafter provi ded, and. the authorities in every county in this state, now or hereaf ter vested with the control of dis pensaries, where dispensaries for the sale of alcoholic liquors are now, operating under existing laws, shall proceed to wind up the affairs of such dispensaries and close the same on or before the 31st day of Decem ber, 1915, and no liquor shall be bought or contracted for or receiv ed by any county dispensary board South Ra Premier Carri* JULY Excui Tickets on sale Jul good returning m ?gjJ Spend your Holiday. ? K^j Resorts. Jgjj For information as to $8 ply to- , , J. A Edgefield, S. C. after the result of said election is - declared by the state board of can vassers. Sec. 5. The manufacture and sale of alcohol shall be allowed and permitted as now provided by law. Sec. 6. The words "alcoholic liquors and beverages" as used here in shall be considered any liquor beer, beverage or compound, wheth er distilled, fermented or otherwise, by whatsoever name known or call- 1 ed, which will produce intoxication, or which contains in excess of one percentum of alcohol and is used as a beverage. Sec. 7. All acts or parts of acts inconsistent with the provisions of this act be. and the same are here by, repealed: Provided ^.nothing in this act contained shall be con strued to repeal any lal? defining the offense and any penalty, fine or provision for the enforcement of law not inconsistent herewith; but such provisions, penalties and fines shall remain in full force and ef fect. Try phone 38 for anything you want to eat. L. T. May. -^---SSSSSS^T Trustees, Notice. I wish to urge upon my trustees the importance of early employment of teachers. Teachers who are ia demand do not find it necessary to wait on indifferent trustees. When you have employed your teacher, please notify me, giving name and salary. W. W. Fuller, Co. Supt. Education. June 23-2t. imc^ The Military College of South Carolina Announced as "Distinguished Military College" by U. S. War Department. Full courses in Civil Engineering, Science, English and Modern Languages. Confers B. S. and C. E. degrees. AH expenses pay cadets from South Carolina, $282.00 a year. A scholarship worte $300.00 a year is vacant from Edgefield county, and will be filled by competitive examination at the countv seat on the 13th day of Au gust, 1915. For necessary information and blanks apply to COL. O. J. BOND, The Citadel. Charleston; S. C. CITY Pressing Club I have opened an up-to-date press ing club in the front room over the store of Dunovant & Co., and are prepared to do cleaning and pressing m the most approved manner. In addition to cleaning and press ing men's suits, we give special at tention to ladies' garments. Give us a trial. Satisfaction guaranteed. We make a Specialty of : Palm Beach Suits H. T. HAMILTON Proprietor sra ilway 3r of the South 4TH sions y 3rd, 4th and 5th, itil July 8th, 1915 it Mountain or Seashore U fares, schedules. et?., ap L. TOWNSEND, Ticket Agent. mm