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VOL. 81 EDGEFIELD, S. C., WEDNESDAY, JUNE 28,1916 NO. 21 JOHNSTON LETTER. Death of Mrs. H. W. Jackson. Mrs. Boyd Entertained. Clubs Active. Misses Mobley Entertain. Mrs. Henry Jackson, who had been a sufferer for some time, died on last Wednesday nijrht in the Uni versity Hospital, Augusta, and the bodj* was brought to her home on Thursday, the interment being at Philippi church. Mrs. Jackson was a noble Christian woman, and will be greatly missed in the community in which she lived. In every en N deavor that pertained to good she was always identified, being a great worker in the W. C. T. U., and was president of the Missionary so ciety of Philippi church. Her beautiful deeds will live after her, and many will rise up to call her blessed. Besides the devoted hus band she leaves seven children: Mesdames Jesse Derrick and Joe Clark and Mrs. Thomas Franklin, and Misses Elethia, Olive and Anna belle Jackson, and Mr. John Jack son. The last mentioned reached here only a short while before his mother died, having been at the Louisville Seminary, where he is fitting himself as a foreign mission ary. Mrs. James Whit? and Miss Hal lie White have gone to the moun tains of North Carolina for a stay. Miss Helen Lewis has accepted a position as teacher in the Timmous ville high school. The superintendent is Prof. Holmes H. Scott, a brother of Prof. W. F. Scott of this place. Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Lott and Misses Elizabeth and Effie Allen Lott spent the week-end here in the homes of Mr- Albert Lott and Mr. O. D. Black. Miss Lois Collins is at home from a two weeks' visit to relatives near Edgefield. Mi. Eustice Prescott is spending awhile with his sister, Mrs. F. L. Parker. - '~Mm?A? Satcberrhas gone to Rock Hill to attend the summer school. Miss Eula Satcher has returned from Columbia, and will spend the 6urainer months at her heme here. Mr. Willie Pierce Stevens left last week for Columbia, having ac cepted a position with the Southern, the run being from Columbia to Charleston. Dr. Ellie Johnson has returned to Missouri, after a visit to Mrs. Joe Wright. Mr. Stansell, of Echo, has been visiting his son, Mr. Leon Stansell. Mrs. E. A. Childress has returned to Greer after a visit to her sister, Mrs. J. W. Mobley. Miss Thelma Milford is the guest of ber grand parents, Mr. and Mrs. T. P. Milford, in Columbia. Miss Clara Sawyer spent a few days of the past week in Columbia with her sifter, Mrs. Horace Wright, who is in the city hospital recuper ating from an operation for appen dicitis. Miss Dora DeLoach, of Saluda, bas been the guest of Mrs. Y. E. Edwards. Mr. J. VV. Hardy is at home after a two weeks1 visit to his brother in Texas. On Sunday morning a collection was taken during the service ai the Baptist church to relieve the debt of the Foreign Mission Board, and this amounted to 8101.50. Miss Carrie Dorn was compli mented with a most pleasant rook party by her sister, Mrs. J. A. Dobey, on last Thursday evening. There were sixteen couples present, and the time passed most happily. Music and conversation occupied awhile, and later several games of rook were had, which was an enjoy able diversion. Delicious cream and cake were served. Mr. and Mrs. F. M. Boyd enter tained on Friday evening in honor of their cousin, Miss Bobo, of Spar tanburg, and their attractive home was a scene of much beauty and pleasure. A.8 the guests arrived the punch bowl made an attractive corper, and after all had gathered bright music was enjoyed. Tables were arranged for progressive rook, and partners were gotteu by pretty score cards. The game was an en joyable one, as testified by much merriment. Tutti fruitti cream and pound cake was served by Misses (Continued on Eighth Paye.) REMINISCENT VEIN. Summary of Address Delivered by Rev. R. G. Shannon _ house at Monthly Union Service June 18. Ten years atro, in the month of December, we arrived in Edgefield to become the rector of the Episco pal church. It was a cold, rainy, dark night. We took a hack to ride to our temporary home on the outskirts of the village. That ride always will be assjciated in mem ory with a certain odor. Odors are very strong agents for recalling memories; and the odor that niirht was very strong. It was the smell of whiskey on the breath of our driver. As there were no street lights then, and the streets were deep with winter mud and holes, our first im pressions of Edgefield were rather disheartening. When I came down town next morning it seemed that the whiskey influence was even worse than we feared, for it was Saturday, and there was a great crowd of country people in town, and it seemed that every other man was drinking, and a majority of them were loaded down with bot tles and jugs of the stuff. There was also a great deal of rough talk and swearing and a number of tisrhts during that day, and on uutil after Christmas. But there were redeeming fea tures. After meeting the men of the county and town I learned that the conditions were abnormal tem poiarily. Whiskey was very much in evidence for the time being sim ply because the good people of Edgefield had just voted out the dispensary. It would in a few days be closed up forever. Those who patronized it, particularly the ne groes were simply laying in a sup- j ply for a dry lime. In a short; time conditions would be greatly improved. $?~-?->w?8- tdd. And so I have iiv?d to see the fmpToved conditions. Likewise I found immediately that Edgefield people as a class were the warmest hearted, most cordially re sponsive and most hospitable peo ple in the world. She had and has yet many fine men, and finer wo men. During these ten years I have ob served many changes for good. As a citizen of Ed<refield and as a minister I can speak of such things very plainly and without an.\ per sonal thought whatever. In thc line of improvement, therefore, the most marked improvement has been exhibited in the matter of temper ance. We never see any more the agonizing pictures of drunkenness on the streets. The disorder of profane language, fighting, even bloodshed that used to be manifested are things of the past. In place of it we have a most wholesome public sentiment for order, for temperance, for education, for civic improve ment as well as for religion. And when I observe these things I feel like taking off my hat to the noble women of the W. C. T. U. of Edgefield for having done more than any other human agency for bringing things to pass. With in finite patience, hope and love rather than the usual methods of worldly force they have done their work as the church does hers, as Christ did His, by persuasion, by instruction, by example ind by prayer. Ten years ago they had seven or eight brave and public spirited members. To-day I understand that they have over eighty. How much they have had to do with engendering a pub lic spirit for righteousness with all tiiat it involves in community life no one can estimate. In education it has been mani fested in more and better school buildings, and' more teachers and better teachers and methods. In civic improvement it shows in better and cleaner streets, in having the town well lighted by an up-to date electric system, in a well kept and beautiful cemetery, in a public library, in a great spirit of co-opera tion in all public endeavors, such as the celebrations of religious gather ings, the Confederate veterans, the chautauquas and public charities of all kinds. And it is shown chiefly by our having regularly, once a month, a union service of all the religious (Continued on Fourth Page.) ? to leorgani efie. i To THE PEOPLE OF EDGEFIELD COUNTY: A crisis confronts the American people. The soil of our country has-been invaded, and the blood of our citizens has been sfed by Mexican soldiers. Our President has responded to the demands of patri otism up to the full measure of Jhe best traditions of our republic. ' The Governor of our State 'has issued his "CALL FOR SERVICE," and the people of Edgefield will re spond up to the full measure of the glorious example of our fathers. We are reminded of the Alamo and the heroic death of Edgefield's sons-Bonham, Bouie, Crockett and Travis. We recall the fame of the Palmetto Regiment at Cherubusco, and rejoice in the memory that the flag of the Palmetto Regiment was "FIRST OF ALL" seen to be lifted above the wall of the Capital City of Mexico. We recall the heroic days from 1865 to 1861, when the sons of Edgefield "poured out their blood like water'' for Southern Independence; and we are proud of the memory of the services and sacrifices of .our fathers and brothers in those days that tried men's son?|||; "We are reminded that .w|???^he President issued his call to rescue the oppressed Ci?baS frcm- Spanisn tyrannjv the sons of Edgefield were among the first to offer their services. The Edgefield Rifles, among the oldest and most dis tinguished commands of South Carolina, should be reorgan ized at once, and tender their services to the Governor. The memories of the achievements of the Edgefield Rifles must be preserved and transmitted by their sons. Therefore, we call upon thc sons of Edgefield county to assemble in our Court House on next Saturday after noon, the 1st day of July, at 5:00 P. M., to reorganize the Edsefield Rifles. Lovely Occasion. Mrs. B. E. Nicholson and Mrs. Lovick Minis were hostesses on Wednesday afternoon from five to seven o'clock at a reception. This occasion was somewhat tinged with a pleasant mystery, and Dickens says that to surround any subject with an atmosphere of mystery is to give it wonderful attraction lo hu man kind. The beautiful veranda was filled with lovely girls and guests coming and going, and on one side fruit punch from a handsome hand painted punch bowl was dispensed by Misses Natalie Padgett and May Tompkins Winthrop Scholarship. Edisto District, South Carolina Division U". D. C., offers a scholar ship at Winthrop College worth $100.00, and free tuition to a young lady of Confederate descent in the counties of Aiken, Bamberg, Char leston, Edgefield, Hampton, Orange burg, Saluda, Colleton, Berkeley, Calhoun, Dorchester. The scholarship will be awarded by means of the competitive and entrance examination held at all court houses, 9:00 A. M.. July 7, 1916. There are no application blanks to be used. Those who wish to At the entrance was Miss Vir-! rakc lhe examination must write be ginia Addison, Mrs. J. D. Holstein, Mrs. Charles Griffin, Mrs. R. A. Marsh, who greeted the guests and ushered them into the parlor where the receiving line stood. Miss Lura Mims was the guest of honor, and a line of beautiful girls stood with her, and Mrs. Nicholson and Mrs. Minis on each side as the guests entered. Refreshments of ice cream and cake were served in the diuing room and mints, the color scheme being pink and white. As the guests returned from the place of refreshment, they were greeted by Misses Rose Hill and Sallie Dunovant, who presented each one with a souvenir, which solved the mystery which every one was trying to explore. This was the announcement of the marriage of Miss Lura Minis to Mr. P. B. Day on the 2d of August. The idea was beautifully unfolded and the afternoon was happily spent. Cures Old So.ei ? tvtn s?ies Won't Cure Thc worst cases, no mn Uer ol how lon? standing are cured ny the wonderful, old reliable Dr. Toner's Antiseptic Healing Oil. It relieve! .'aiu and Heals at the s.~.ni?* tiisc. 2Zc, 50c. Si.*1 fore it to the South Carolina Chair man of Education U. D. C., Miss Armida Moses, Sumter, giving the following information: Exact age must be sixteen years or over, name and command of Confederate ances tor, and showing proof that they are unable to pay for course and sending in a letter of endorsement from a president of a chapter of U. D. C. Another Wet Argument Punc tured. Federal officers who have been quietly investigating in West Vir ginia say that there is in that state a marked reduction in the use of habit forming drugs-cocaine, opium, heroin and the like. They declare that West Virginia-a pro hibition state-is living up to the anti-drug law more rigidly than any other state in the union. How is that for a reply to the contention of the wets that state-wide prohibition of the beverage liquor traffic inva riably increases the use of habit forming drugs?-Palmetto White Ribbon. MOUNTAIN CREEK. Two Services. Children's Exer cises in the Forenoon. Large Attendance. Bountiful Dinner Served. While the old mother county, Edgefield, has been cut to the bone on three sides, supply in jr territory for other counties, yet these lines are largely imaginary and do not af ter all separate our people. When there is a gathering along the border in either of the counties all of the peo ple come together as one people, there being no Greenwood people, no Edgefield people, no Saluda peo pie. A striking instance of this continued oneness of our people was found in the large congregation that gathered at Mountain Creek Creek church Sunday, the occasion being the observance of chil dren's day. While Mountain Creek is located in Greenwood county, yet the people of Edgefield have a deep and abiding interest in the church and community, and likewise many who reside in Saluda county are ac tively identified with the church. The advent of the automobile makes easily possible the mint ling together of people from widely sep arated communities. There were probably thirty or forty cars upon the churchyard Sunday, some hav ing come from Greenwood, Ninety Six. Saluda, and other places equal ly as remote. When properly used, automobiles can be made to serve a high and holy parp?se on the Sab bath but when mode a vehicle for strenuous desecration they become to that extent, a curse to their owners. The forenoon was devoted to ex ercises by the children, handsome James Faulkner, a son of Mr. and Mrs. Y. M. Faulkner, acting as mas ter of ceremonies. The programme w'as miscellaneous in character, be ing composed of recitations, drills, dialogues, songs and choruses. Not many churches, owing to sparsely settled rural communities, have such i-a wealtli-of-bright boys and-girls-wbo* are willing to take part in public exercises. In this particular Moun tain Creek is especially fortunate. And the church is blessed also in having capable and consecrated leaders. Mrs. Y. M. Faulkner has for a number of years been the zeal ous leader of the missionary work among the women and it was due to her efforts, more than any other individual member, that such an ex cellent programme was presented Sunday. A day thus spent is al ways wholesome and helpful to all who attend. In addition to dis seminating information and arous ing interest and enthusiasm through the appropriate recitations, it is a means of developing the boys and young people for future service in larger fields. The children and young people were well supported Sunday morning by the splendid singing of the church choir and these dozen or more singers were accompanied by the organ and vio lin. For good singing, as well as decided talent along other lines, Mountain Creek church is especially blessed. A collection was taken, just be fore adjourning for dinner, for the benefit of a resident of the commu nity who owing to continued illness has been largely dependent during the past year upon the generous people of the community for the actual necessities of life. More than *2U was contributed for this very worthy purpose. After an adjournment of two hours, which time was spent in par taking of the bountiful dinner and in social intercourse, the people re assembled iu the church for the af ternoon service which was presided over by Kev. Gr. S. Wells, who bas been serving the church as pastor since April and who is rapidly es tablishing himself in the affections of his Mock. Mrs. Mamie N. Till man, the leader ot the Sunbeam work in the Edgefield association, was present by invitation and was the first to speak in the afternoon. Her remarks were- addressed chiefly to the children and young people of tim congregation, the interest be ing intensified by the use of illus trated charts upon which tho eyes of the children were constantly fix ed. Mrs. Tillman was followed by Mrs. J. L. Minis who spoke of the early founding of the woman's mis sionary work at Mountain Creek, giving a brief history of the organi zation. She also urged the ladies HORN'S CREEK. General Green Surrendering. Missionary Society Meets Monthly. Mr. Roper Cel. ebrated 77th Birthday. Editor Edenfield Advertiser: As I have been so fortunate that my past letters have not reached the waste basket, I will continue to write. We farmers are still having war with "General Green," but he is very rapidly surrendering to us. We only wish we could say that much about the Mexicans, so our good boys would not be called off. We wish to correct a missprint in our last piece about our mission ary meeting. We don't want oar efood friends to think that we only meet annually, we meet once a month at the home of Mrs. S. B. M ays. The family and relatives of Mr. Sam Roper, gave him quite a pleas ant surprise last Wednesday by cel ebrating his 77th birthday, each one that came bringing a well-rilled bas ket. Mr. Roper says he ate until his capacity was exhausted. Miss Gladys Lyon has returned" home after quite an extended visit to Miss Elizabeth Wells. Miss Madge Mays is at home to the delight of her many friends. Mrs. Jessie Grafton and daughter spent Sunday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. S. L. Roper. Mrs. Carrie Mays is spending a while with Mr. and Airs. S. B. Mays. Miss Mattie Lanham and brother, spjnt Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. A. A. Wells. Mr. C. A. Wells went to Edge field Sunday in his new car and brought Mr. and Mrs. M. P. Wells and children down to spend the day with him. We were so glad to see such a good congregation out at Horn's Creek yesterday, but sorry it was so our pastor could not be with us. Hope it was not sickness that kept TirmawayT Miss Sarah Lyon of your town is visiting her neice, Miss Elizabeth Wells. Mr. Fred Mays went down Sat urday night to Mr. C. A. Well's to play rook with a crowd of girls. Look out Fred this is leap year. You will be caught in a trap. We hope to be with our Red Hill friends on the fourth, and help them devour of that well-filled table. We hope to meet you there also, Mr. M i ms. With all good wishes to our girls that are going to indulge in matri mony this week, I remain i Horn's Creek. Mrs. Cogburn to Entertain Emily Geiger and Old Ninety-Six District D. A. R. Tuesday, July 4, a patriotic D. A. R. meeting will be held, with Mrs. W. B. Cogburn as hostess for the Emily Geiger and Old Ninety-Six District chapters at her home, be ginning at 4:30 o'clock. The John ston chapter will be in charge of the programme. Mrs. Cogburn very cordially ex tends an invitation to all the mem bers of the chapter in Edgetield to attend this meeting and enjoy the occasion with the ladies of John ston. A similar united gathering of this kind was enjoyed at Mrs. Cog burn's borne last summer, and all who attended last time will not need a second invitation to be present. Mrs. Mamie N. Tillman, Historian. Young George sat on the top rail of a fence kicking his heels against a lower rail. Along came young Henry. "Let's go down to the creek and have a swim," suggested Henry. "Can't said George. I've been put out here to mind aunt Sallie's and aunt Hattie's children." Henry looked around wonderingly There tvere no children in sight. "Where are they'f" he asked. "Blamed if I know," said George, -Louisville Courier-Journal. to attend the meeting which is to be held at Gilgal Angus: 2'J and 30.