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SOME CIVIL WAR FACTS. Editor Edgefield Advertiser: I was asked, on the last Memo rial Day at Edgefield, to give as near as I could, the number killed in the army of northern Virginia during the four years struggle. So I will give ?orne historic facts about this wing of the army. At the battle of Chicamauga, Gen. Polk commanded an army corps and he was on the right wing. Gen. Long street commanded the center. About the time we were ready to plunge in to the dance with death, Gen. Polk and Gen. Longstreet came riding by. Gen. Polk waved his hat over his head and said: "Aim low, boys. Kill the bodies, and God have mercy on their souls." He was an Episcopal bishop. It was on the 19th and 20th of September,* 1863 when this battle was fought, and when nature spread her sable robe over the bloody plain 2,380 Confederates lay dead on the field. ? ! At Gettysburg in the three days' ! battle, 3,530 men were slain; the1 Seven Days' Battle in the forest of j Richmond, 3,286 were dead on the ' field; Second Manassas, 1,553 were j slain; Sharpsburg, Maryland, 1,512 were killed; at the Wilderness, Vir-1 ginia, 1,630 killed; Cold Harbor, 900; I Winchester, 285; Cedar Creek, 339;' Bentonville, 289; Seven Pines, 980' killed. , I All these were killed outright and 1 the list does not include those who 1 died from wounds. .They would run I up into the thousands. There were many other battles, I some of greater magnitude than the ' above, which I cannot now .give for j want of facts. All these killed that I ' have given were from the army of northern Virginia. All the Confeder ates killed in the battles named were killed in the open. No trenches, no dynamite no poison gas, no galling tuns, ho air or under-water fighting. Now, Mr. Editor, before closing this article, let me, in behalf of those old veterans, thank the Daughters of the Confederacy for their extreme kindness shown them on Memorial Day. Each one will carry home sweet inemories of their kind hospitality. And let me say that Mr. Lee's ad dress was a masterpiece, and was much enjoyed by every one. It was very historic, and he made it so plain. Bis address was edifying to the heart and soul. But he did not say anything about Gen. Longstreet. He stood next to Gen. Lee in rank and was called Lee's war -horse. And when it came to.hard down fightnig, there, was not a general in the army who could hold a bull-dog-grip as he could. I believe that Gen. Jackson eould maneuver an army faster than Longstreet, but put him in the heat of battle and he would stay there as long as Jackson, Stewart or any other general. . But I shall defend Gen. Longstreet through The Advertiser with your permission. The other fellows shall not have all the "roses." Yes, I shall tell about two of old Edgefield's sons who were Gen. Longstreet and Col. Elbert Bland, two of the best when it comes'to pluck. While at Edgefield I met Wad Al len, a son of Washington Daniel Hol land Allen. He carries in his face the impress of his father. Wash Allen was my bos^m friend through life. Our friendship was akin to that of Jonathan and David. I am glad that Wash Allen's son went "over the top" in France and has again landed uo on his native heath. God bless you, Wad. may you now enjoy the bright sunshine of peace and contentment. Scott and Wash Allen were my chums from barefoot boys. We grew up to young manhood together, volunteer ed at the first sound of the bugle in the "60's," fought together, bled to gether, killed together at the Wilder ness on the 6th of May, 1864. Scott was shot through the head and I 'hrough the body; both left on the field for dead, but somehow we came to life and got well. But both have crossed over, and for me the shadowy ships are spreading their sable sails. When I think of this great fact, that the sons of the men who follow ed Lee and Grant in the "sixties" are marching shoulder to shou'der with equal courage and equal glory to a National Victory, it makes every beat of my heart and every throb of my pulse to feel tinctured afresh wich pa triotism and courage. My next will be Longstreet at Chickamauga. . J. RUSSELL WRIGHT. Missionary Meeting at Berea. It has been decided to hold the spring meeting of the First Division W. M. U. at Berea church, Saturday, May 31, for an all day meeting in the interests of the Woman's Mission so cieties of the churches in Mic- First Division, Berea, Edgefield, Gilgal, Stevens Creek, Mountain Creek, Bold Spring, Bethany and Cleora Sun beams. Let every society be planning to send many representatives. Mrs. W. B. COGBURN, Division President. . DANIELS EXPECTS AEROPLANES WILL ENCIRCLE GLOBE. Washington, May 18.-"Encircling the globe by aeroplane" is the next epoch-making fleet of aviation accord ing to views expressed to-day by Sec retary of the Navy Daniels in discuss ing the wonderful feat of the navy jin the successful flight of its aircraft from Newfoundland to the Azores. Secretary Daniels is full of enthu siasm for the future of the navy and j expressed himself as proud of the performances of the officers and men engaged in the transatlantic flight. He regards the things accomplished already as far from anything merely spectacular, and looks to them as full of substance for the future commerce of the world and the linking together of all its lands as could be done in no other way than by the aeroplane. "This is true," said Mr. Daniels. 'Aviation is bound to play a very large part in the future of the world both in peace and war. I told the last congress I thought the main thing the navy ought to do for the next year was to study and experiment with a viation, and not to proceed at once ?with the building of a great number of power machines. My idea was that we should investigate and produce new things and keep in touch with the thought and progress of the world before taking up the problems of great construction programs for air craft. I also felt that by experimenta tions we should solve the problem of making flying the safest and best as an art. "During the year, therefore, we flew in the Caribbean from Hampton Roads to New York and up and down the coast for speed and safety results. European nations had been flying from London to Paris and even long er distances working out the prob lems we had to solve. When I was in Roma I saw an aero plane flying over the city and carry ing 25 to 30 persons. I have always realized that each nation's duty was to make its contribution to the devel opment of art and science, and we therefore, resolve that our contribu tion would be with our best machines, to demonstrate that the ocean could be crossed by our seaoplanes." "THE LUST OF THE AGES." Through the efforts of Manager J. H. Miller, of the Edgefield Theatre, "THE LUST OF THE AGES," the first extraordinary and spectacular photo drama, in which Miss Lillian Walker appears, has been secured for ene night, Friday of next week, May 30th. "THE LUST OF THE AGES" is a spectacular attraction, embracing a wholesome discourse on the evils of money grabbing; on the dramatic or picture side, it is a story and contains a true portrayal of persons of wealth and social position. Miss Walker has never been allot ted a more delightful character to portray than that of Lois Craig in "THE LUST OF THE AGES." The production is an unusual off ering due to the exceptional handling of an altogether engrossing story, and bits of artistry are contained in the production that tend to mark it as indeed an exceptional one. Wonder ful light effects, new and untried seen ic locations, tremendous sets and scenes employing thousands of extras, make "THE LUST OF THE AGES" one worthy to see. The production is from the studios of the Ogden Pictures Corporation, a concern that has already committed itself to the releasing of special pro ductions. Let all Edgefield see this great pic ture May 30th. MORE "FLUE" COMING. Leading Physicians say we are to have a repetition of "Flue conditions this Fall and Winter. You can wait till you are sick to call a doctor or get a square in the cemetery, but the only time to get Life Insurance is to do so before you are sick or dead. I have the Best Policy at LOWER rates. Will take Liberty Bonds and War Savings Stamps in payment. The PRUDENTIAL has the strength of GIBRAL TAR over 1-2 Billion Dol lars Assets. It is the Com pany that can stand the great drain by "flue" losses." Amount of policy is doubled if death by acci dent. Also splendid extra Benefits if Disabled by Ac cident or Disease. Write for cost at your age. E. J. NORRIS. For a Weak Stomach. As a general rule all you need to do is to adopt a diet suited to your age and occupation and to keep your bowels regular. When you feel that you have eaten too much and when constipated, take one of Chamber lain's Tablets. OVER THE PHONE By EDNA MOREY. (Copyright, 191?, by the McClure Newspa per Syndicate.) Tlie tingle of the telephone broke the stillness of the June day. Again and again it rang violently and might have continued indefinitely had not Rover roused his mistress from her comfortable nap in the hammock. He strenuously insisted by alternately barkhg and then lapping lier cheek that she hoed that insistent bell. "Hello, Bab where in the world have you been? I've been standing on one foot, then the other, and was just about to try my head when you chirped 'hello' In a most peculiar way. No, no; stop begging my pardon. I've not tinte to listen to excuses now. Meet me at the Country club nt five o'clock, and woe be unto one fair damsel if she keep me waiting again. Good-by." The receiver went up with a click. "Well, this rs Interesting, to say the least." mused Peg. "Someone's rather smart, ordering me around. He has a nice voice, buMie didn't even give me time to tell him I wasn't Bah. I won der who she is! His lady fair, I pre sume. I'd like to get even with him for interrupting my nap." She settled herself once more com fortably in the hammock, but this time was unable to indulge In anything but day dreams. Life was terribly stupid here at Aunt Eliza's. Why not, for a little excitement, take a stroll to the. Country club at five and perchance Just get a glimpse of the owner of that voice. To be sure, lt was merely an attempt to satisfy idle curiosity, but lt was better than simply lolling around the rest of the afternoon. Promptly at five o'clock she leisurely nmde her way along the spacious ve randa of the clubhouse endeavoring by cnsual glances to locate the one of whom she was In search. There were groups scattered here and there in threes and fours, and merry "good bys" rang through the air as many were leaving. Not a sign of her preyl At last she spied a disconsolate figure pacing furiously back and forth near the entrance. He fingered his watch nervously and scowled from time to time. "Hello, old chap, what's up? You look as if you'd not only eaten tacks but swallowed the box as well. Allow me to introduce my friend, Miss Mere dith. Madge, this is Ted Burton. Ho and Tom Wood are building some of the nicest houses." Burton acknowledged the Introduc tion and then said: "I phoned my sis ter to meet me here at five. She helps on the interior decorating and we have a rush order on one of the houses. She's usually prompt-a pretty good business woman." Peggy strolled by just in time to hear this explanation, also to be grabbed unceremoniously hy her old friend Madge, who pounced upon her, devoured her with quest.^ns. and then introduced her to her fiance, Bob Ken nedy, and to his friend, Ted Burton. After a few commonplace remarks, Peggy's eyes twinkled merrily. "Are you quite sure, Mr. Burton, that you got your sister by phone? By the way, ls her name Bah?" "Why, yes! Are you a mind reader?" "Not exactly Someone was unkind ^ enough to rouse me from a most de licious nap-order me here at five ' sharp, and, just through sheer femi- 1 nine curiosity. I came." 1 All joined in the laughter and Ted ? forgave the telephone operator for the giving of the wrong exchange. "Well." he said, "since there are no hopes of my sister putting in an ap- ! pearance, why not all -of us take a run out to the cottage? You say you and Miss Meredith are Interested. Bob. i I might as well do a little advertising, i you know." , They were all enthusiastic and eager j to go. and their enthusiasm knew no hounds when they beheld the tiny homes, just the most comfortable ? places Imaginable for young folks. Six months later Ted's advertising 1 had worked so well that Madge and ' Boh were now happy as could be In one of the wee houses. Right next door, if you watch at per- . haps not five o'clock sharp, hut a few inimit?s later, you will see in the door- 1 way a smiling face with roguish, brown eyes, and perchance you may hear: "Good evening, Mr. Architect. No, you needn't beg my pardon this time. This is not the wrong number. , Come right in." The Baby's Curls. The young mother was proudly 1 wheeling her baby about In the nark ' the other day and a friend came abms ? with a yoi.ng man. The young, man , was attracted to the baby, the little ? one smiling up at him: "What pretty curls!" he said, and proceeded to turn one of the golden locks about his finger. Imagine his surprise when lt 1 came off in his hand. "Oh, I say," he cried, "did I pull It out?" "No,f you pulled it ofT," said the mother, complacently. "They are only sewed In the cap." This, It seems, ls one of the latest fads In regard to the baby and lite < loving mothers who admire curly hair In a baby. -1 In the "GcAd Old Days." In the olden times the Welsh collier worked 12 hours a day for the prince ly sum of 75 cents a week, so a lectur er tr M Ourdiff Naturalist th? other night. This wage would not keep . j miner In tobacco today. NEW ARRIVALS We have received this week two large shipments of Silk Waists, and we are making some special offerings for this and next week. Ten dozen of silk waists in black and fancy colors guaranteed to rf? O IA stand washing, $3.50 values at WM? 1 O Five dozen Georgette waists Mt in nil shades, $5.00 values, at y?A9uO $7.50 Georgette waists Special at. $4.50 100 pair of ladies* shoes in dark brown or patent, high or low heel, made r*A by W. L. Douglas, 7.50 value <pD?Uv A new shipment of dresses just arrived in Georgette and Messaline. We have about 300 dresses in stock to select from in all the leading shades. We have reduced the prices of every one of these dresses. CLOTHING! A large shipment of young men's English suits ar rived to-day. This is undoubtedly the snappiest line of young men's suits ever shown around here before. We have them in six different patterns, prices ranging from $25.00 up to $39.00, but we have reduced the prices of each one of these suits for this and next week. MILLINERY! We have received by to-day's express a large ship ment of shapes.and trimmings. NEW GOODS ARRIVING DAILY RUBENSTEIN COLLIER SADDENED BY DEATH OF SON OF MR. AND MRS. J. M. MILLER. Thursday afternoon about four o' lock the death angel snatched from Lhe arms of the fond and loving pa ents, their sweet little babe, Joe, age about 21 months. But this blessed lit tle sunbeam could be spared only a short time from the portals of heav en and the angel band came to bear the precious jewel home, for he was too pure and bright to dwell in this ?in-cursed world. The funeral services were held at Republican church Friday, May 16, conducted by Rev. P. B. Lanham. Many relatives and friends assembled .0 pay the last tribute to our beloved erne. His body was laid to rest in the ;hurch yard beside that of his sister, where it awaits the resurrection, morn. The floral ti-ibutes were numerous and very beautiful. Oh, how hard it is to realize that he has passed into the spirit land. Teach us, Heavenly Father to say, 'Thy will be done," -for we know that nto each life some rain must fall. May God bless and comfort those who mourn his death. A NEIGHBOR. Suggestion for a Camping Trip. Buy a bottle of Chamberlain's Col ic and Diarrhoea Remedy before leav ing-home. As a rule it cannot be ob tained when on a hunting, fishing or prospecting trip. Neither can it be ob tained while on board the cars or steamships and at such times and places it is most likely to be needed. The safe way is to have it with you. The son of the family was home on bis first vacation since he had attain d to the dignity of college prefect, ?e and his father were discussing he affairs of the day, and finally the oy remarked. "Yes, gov, I hope when I am as old s you are I'll know more than you lo." "I'll go you one better, my boy," :he father replied. "I hope that when ^ou are that old you will know as nuch as you think you do now." <?_ BUSINESS IS BOOMING and FORDS are rolling. Get your order in quick.-Adv. Crouch's Market We now'have in our new refrigerator and keep fresh meats of all kinds every day in the week. All steak for 30c. a pound All roast for 25c. a pound We have also added a line of FANCY GROCERIES. We make specialty of White House Tea and Coffee and Swift's Premium Hams and Bacon. Phone us your orders. G. V. CROUCH Lyon Brothers' Garage We take this means of letting people know that we have opened a garage op posite the stable of Mr. Bettis Cantelou and are prepared to do all kinds of re pairs on automobiles, trucks, gasoline engines and other machinery. We give personal attentional to all work entrust ed to us, and can therefore guarantee every job that leaves our garage. Call us up on phone 63 when you need our services. Prompt attention given to all work given us. A trial is all we ask. Lyon Brothers' Garage