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VOL. 84 EDGEFIELD, S. C., WEDNESDAY, JUNE ll. 1919 NO. 14 JOHNSTON LETTER. Memorial to Sunbeams. Meet ing For Public Library. Gar lington-Smith Marriage. D. of C. Officers. At the last meeting of the Sun beam Band at the Baptist church, the leader, Mrs. W. J. Hatcher stated to the members that a memorial gift had come to the Band from Mrs. W. L. Coleman. This gift, a $10 gold piece, was given by Mrs. Coleman in memory of her dear little grand daughter, Mary Elizabeth, to go to the memorial fund for the "Lucile Chapman Bed" at the Baptist Hos pital, Columbia, S. C. This piece of money was the last gift to Mrs. Coleman from her hus band before whose sad death re moved him to his heavenly home. The gift was made on May 30th, the anniversary of the death of little Mary, and is all th> more valued and appreciated because of its associa tion. The Sunday School convention of the Ridge Associstion will be held here with the Baptist church on Wed nesday and Thursday, June 25 and j 26. Some of the speakers will be Rev. \ Murray, and Rev. T. J. Watts, State .Superintendent of Sunday School Work, and on Wednesday evening, Dr. E. Pendleton Jones, of Batesburg i will speak on the great $75,000,000 program of Southern Baptists. On Sunday morning, Rev. Brooke ' announced this, at an early date, that ' the members might have this in mii.d j of the feast of good things that would .'be afforded my hearing these noted men speak on subjects relative to matters of vital importance. Miss Hortense Padgett has arrived from Edgefield to spend the summer here with relatives. I On Friday evening at 9 o'clock, I there will be a public meeting in the J school auditorium In interest of a 1 public library. Dr. R. G. Lee of Edge- j field will make a:i address on the great value of such to the town, and Miss June' Rainsford will also speak on the subject. If the library plans can be estab lished and the movement well under way, it is expected that the Carnegie Fund can be secured that will be a great aid. It is hoped that every one will attend. On Wednesday evening at the Bap tist church at the Prayer Meeting hour, Hon. Joseph Jacobs who has been acting as vice-consul from America to China, will make an ad dress on his four years' sojourn in China. This will prove most interest- j ing- I On last Tuesday evening the home of Dr. and Mrs. J. A. Dobey was the scene of a happy event, this Ibeing the marriage of Miss Catherine Car lington to Mr. Earl Smith. Much cordial interest centered in this because of the love and esteem in which these two are held. The home was tranferred into a bower of loveliness -with quantities .of flowers and ferns and in th.e parlor a canopy was arranged for the bridal couple to stand a.:der. Just previous to tie entry of the bridal party, a musical program was had, Miss Ella Jacobs presiding at the piano and during the singing of "I Love You Truly," by Miss Sallie Hey- j ward, the Rev. David Kellar entered, I and immediately followed the happy pair, behind them being little Sara I Caroline, who carried the ring in a calla lily, the ring ceremony being used. The bride never appeared more beautiful than in her bridal attire of -white georgette, heavily beaded, and the veil was arranged with clusters of orange blossoms. She carried a shower bouquet of brides' roses and' valley lillies. | Scarcely before the guests could I give the hearty congartulations and! good wishes, the bridal pair eluded ' them and were soon on their way for a honeymoon, at northern points. The bride was attired in a modish coat suit with all accessories match ing, for travelling. After the ceremony music was a gain had by several of the talented young ladies, and while enjoying this, block cream and bride's cake were served. There were many beautiful gifts! to these two popular young people, which were displayed. The bride has been identified with the town for the past two years, hav ing been musical instructor in the High School, coming here from New berry. It is a source of pleasure that her marriage does not remove her from the town. Mr. Smith is one of the town's most honored young men, being cash ier of the Johnston Bank.- In every way is he deserving of his fair young bride. Mr. and Mrs. I. T. Welling and lit tle son have returned to Darlington, after a visit in the home of Mr. ?nd Mrs. F. S. Bland. On last Wednesday afternoon at Bates Lurg, Mr. E. C. Ballentine, of this place and Miss Rutland were married, the happy event taking place in the home of the bride, the affair being a quiet one. Mr. Walker Mobley accompanied Mr. Ballentine on his happy mission. Upon their return, Mr. and Mrs. Ballentine will be domiciled in the home cf Mr. F. S. Bland. Mr. Ballentine is cashier in the Bank of Western Carolina. Mrs. Mamie Huiet has returned from Trilby, Fla., where she visited the family of her son, Mr. James Huiet. Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Marsh, Mrs. Chas. Pedrick and Miss Theora Flem ing will motor to Spartanburg on Friday for a visit to relatives. Major Arthur Collett and Miss Sarah Collett of Edgefield spent Fri day here with relatives. Major Collett is just from overseas, and his unexr pected visit was a source of much pleasure to all. Mr. Will Wright returned last ^Thursday from Hot STW?"- * ' where he has been for th. His rheumatic trouble .... disappeared. I Misses Eva and Jessie R: welcomed home from Hr?'.ie. 3. where they have been the High School, the fe ?principal. Mrs. Huiet Waters and mue son i will leave this week for a visit to Mrs. Waters' sister in Charleston. With the meeting of the Mary Ann Buie chapter D. of C., held with Mrs. 'Joe Cox last Thursday, the activities 'of the chapter ceased for the sum mer months. At roll call the members j responded with items concerning |Jefferson Davis, as this meeting was in celebration of his birthday, j The members were very glad to ha-^e with them their president, Mrs. j M. T. Turner, whose sickness had kept her at home for some time. The chapter was greatly interested in the nice sum turned into the treasury, which was $38. The enter tainment committee-Mesdames 0. D. Black, Joe Cox and P. B. Waters hading secured this. The manager of the picture show offering one-half of Monday even ing's door receipts to the D. of C. for jthe organization. $102 was token in, j expense, $14; balance $88, which .gave $44 to the U. D. C., and the Or ganization gave $6 of this to the little Daughters to help complete their French orphan fund. The annual picnic for the veterans was planned for. This will be had on July 3rd at the home of Mrs. Martha j Edwards, and invitations will be ex pended to the veterans, their wives, jand the widows of veterans, the chap iter, as a body being expected to be present. There ts a state plan afoot just now put on by Mrs. R. D. Wright, State chairman of War Relief, of Newberry, and Miss Alice Earle of Columbia, whereby the chapters of the State will assist in the evenings of pleasure for the convalescing and other soldiers of Camp Jackson. Mrs. O. D. Black is agitating the matter with chapters of Edisto District, and presented the matter to the chapters. Every Thursday evening at the Camp a reception will be given and at least three chapters are expected to supply cake or biscuits, jelly, butter etc. This chapter voted to send its con tribution when called for. A historical program on Jefferson Davis, arranged by the historian, Miss Payne, wa3 carried out. Officers for the coming" year were elected, those serving being no long (Continued on page Five) MEETING AT TRENTON. Women of Second Division; Held Missionary Meeting at Trenton Friday. Large Attendance. t Saturday the 2nd division of th?. Woman's Mission societies held their meeting at Trenton, Mrs. Henry T. Medlock presiding. Mrs. Medlock said that she had thought that God must be against our having a meeting like this Trenton, as Ave had been so hindered^1 on our first attsmpt last fall by orderj of the State Board of Health when] the women had already left their j homes and -were on the way to the I meeting, and again this time when the weather seemed to be so unpropi tious. After all, however, as the day wore on, all the churches in the division. 2xcept Antioch and Rehoboth were, represented, and reports were heard from these, as Mrs. Medlock had been on the alert to get messages from *ach of the societies. Mrs. A. B. Young conducted the morning devotions and reports were heard from representatives from Red Hill, Republican, Hardy's and Tren ton. The Standard of Excellence "was explained by Mrs. J. L. Mims. Mrs. D. B. Hollingsworth gave an account of some of the stirring scenes which she had enjoyed at the Southern Bap tist Convention. Just before the recess, Dr. R. G. Lee, who had been previously invit ed, addressed the meeting. Many of them said they had derived new inspi ration and tv??* -;..>??: ...... never knew where to stop. After the recess, the session was in charge of Miss Emmie Lanham who called the roll of Young Women's and Girls' Auxiliaries, some respond ing, Republican making a specially encouraging report. Miss Lanham spoke for those who were not present. Miss Ellen Prescott who has been a student at the Scranton High School sang "A Perfect Day," Mrs. Tillman accompanying, and Miss Florence Mims gave a reading "The Tree of My Life." The Sunbeam session was presided over by Mrs. Tillman who called the roll of Sunbeams. Trenton respond ing through Miss Ruth Salter, their leader, and Leonard Swearingen gave a selection from memory. A dear, tiny, little girl from Har dy's whose name we did not get, but whose fame will not be forgotten, made the report from her Sunbeam band, in a clear, distinct voice and with a smiling face. A report was read from Mrs. Wells of the Republican Sunbeam society which Mrs. Tillman said was one of the best in the association. Miss Florence Mims told a story to | the little boys and girls present j v/hich was followed by a round table' engaged in by Rev. Mr. Kneeland, pastor of the church, Dr. Lee, Mrs. W. 0. Whatley, Mrs. J. L. Mims and I others. . j It was a great pleasure to have the two pastors present with us and receive encouragement. Horn's Creek invited the next di vision meeting which will take place /ery soon after the annual meeting at Steven's Creek. Mr. Wisler Cured of Indigestion. "Sometime in 1909 when I had an attack of indigestion and everything looked gloomy to me, I received a free sample of Chamberlain's Tablets by mail. I gave them a trial and they were such a help to me that I bought i package, and I can truthfully say ;hat I have not had a similar attack since," writes vTm. B. Misler, Doug assville, Pa. We will allow par value for War Savings Stamps and Liberty Bonds m all accounts paid between now and luly 1. This is an opportunity to save money. YONCE MOTOR COMPANY. CHILDREN'S DAY. jj --1 Rehoboth Sunday School Cele brated Children's Day. In teresting Program, Large .Attendance, Great Feast. The editor of The Advertiser en joyed the rare privilege of spending )ast Sunday with the good people of Rehoboth. Children's Day exercises were held and the attendance was Wry large, a considerable number of persons being unable to secure seats "rn the church. The congregation was composed of people from two coun ties and the same old-time, good fel lowship prevailed. Turkey Creek is the dividing line between McCormick )and Edgefield counties^ and, as it is ??ot wide, does not separate the peo ple of the two counties very far a part. , Mr. John Hughey, one of the cor ner-stones of the church and super intendent of the Sunday School, act ed as master of ceremonies. John Hughey steadily grows in the Christ ian graces and as he develops he be comes a greater power in the church und community life. Although a tem perate man, John Hughey is like wine-he improves with age. The su perintendent, however, had splendid assistance and co-operation in plan ning and arranging for the exercises Sunday in the persons of Miss Mag gie Winn, Miss Lucile Culbreath and others. The programme which wa? as fol lows, though somewhat lengthy, held the interest of the people till the last word was said, because it was beau tifully -. * _.tuUwu-mary x-?<^ Dialogue-Ready to Leave-Bennie Moultrie-and George Southern Song-In. the Secret of His Presence. Recitation-Ellen Culbreath. ! Recitation-Annie Reynolds. Dialogue-Little Seed Sowers, Carl Winn, Hugh Seigler, John Moultrie, Edward Strom, Robert Winn, Henry Reynolds , Robert Gilchrist, Floyd Coleman, Herman Coleman. Song-The Fight is On. Recitation-I'll Take What Father Takes-Mary Julia Winn. Recitation-Katharine Reynolds. Dialogue-A Wreath of Roses Gladys Wash, Alma Moultrie, Allene Wash, Carrie Lou Strom, Sara Gil christ, Grace Gilchrist, Mary Luda Hughey. Recitation-My Baby Brother Carrie Lou Strom. Song-We Shall See the King Some Day. Dialogue-Night and Day-Will iam Talbert, Lena Louise Gilchrist, Joseph Seigler. Recitation-Lorene Moultrie. Recitation-Bessie Bartley. Pantomine-Ellen Culbreath. Dialogue-Bible -Verses, Dora ?Moultrie, Paris Winn, Virginia Strom ?and Helen Gilchrist. Recitation-Virginia Gilchrist. Song-Loyalty to Christ Recitation-Margaret Bartley. The Lambs of His Flock-Hugh Gilchrist, Ansel Seigler, Thomas Wash, Ernest Gilchrist, J. D. Hughey, Wilton Coleman, James Talbert. Recitation-Gertrude Culbreath. Song-Ansel Seigler. Recitation-Bring Your Silver Of fering-Robert Winn. ? Recitation-A Child's Gift-Mar ina Culbreath, Collection, Recitation-Lucile Culbreath. Closing Address-George Southern At the conclusion of the program a collection amounting to $12.68 was taken. This concluded the morning exercises. A bountiful feast such as has been the custom of the good people of Re hoboth to serve for many generations was spread upon the long table out under the oaks and everybody was bidden to partake. Notwithstanding the very large crowd, after every ap petite had been satisfied, many bas kets full remained untouched. No where do people dispense hospitality more lavishly and more beautifully than the people of Rehoboth commu nity. The Advertiser man is greatly indebted to Mr. and Mrs. Hughey for their thoughtfulness and kindness at the dinner hour. The afternoon exercises consisted of appropriate musical selections and addresses by Rev. R. L. Rountree, pastor of the Methodist churches at Plum Branch and Modoc, and Mr. J. L. Mims. Notwithstanding the threatening clouds that gathered at the hour of adjournment, the people seemed re luctant to say good-bye and leave for their homes. Children's Day at Re hoboth will be a source of pleasant memories for many years to come to many people. W. C. T. U. at County House. Johnston and Edgefield W. C. T. U. met at the County Home on Mon day to hold their annual picnic as a celebration of Jennie Cassedy, the founder of the Flower Mission of the W. C. T. U. Formerly, all the unions in the county came together on this occa sion, but the Trenton and Harmony unions have decided to hold a separ ate picnic that they may bring good cheer on still another occasion. These j comrades were greatly missed, as were also those from Philippi, but we were willing to make the sacrifice I i that thse at the County Home might I have still another happy day. The dinner was very abundant, and iced tea and lemonade were served, j Twelve boxes were filled with cake, pies, chicken, ham, pickle, sal-1 ?ad, bread and all sorts of good things j land there was still an abundance fon 'those who had come.' I 1 ?~?n after the dinner, an outdoor . 1J Mrs. J. L. .'rr- yiici'.i , :?. rom KCJ. .... ling little fellow, aim .. . 'complimented on his manner of giv ing his selection, "A Little Temper ance Boy." Dawson was followed by his sister, 1 Helen, who gave a selection, "Sing a Song of Liquor." This was done ex Next came little Louise Rhoden ;ceedingly well. who gave "Tommie Small," a good selection well presented. Jennie Thrailkill came next in ?"The Drinking House over the Way," I and as she gave it th? writer remem .bered another occasion a long time 'ago when a pretty little girl in Edge j field won a medal on that same selec tion. The last speaker was Vernon Saw yer who gave "Quick as a Tele phone," and did it well. Mr. A. S. Tompkins was invited to present the silver medal, which he did and was called upon to follow with a talk. The medal was won by Jennie Thrailkill. Mr. Tompkins' remarks were great ly enjoyed for their wisdom and hu mor. Rev. W. S. Brooke was called upon and was at his best, although, both he and Mr. Tompkins said ir, was an unpropitious time of after noon to talk, so soon after a sump tuous repast. The climax to this occasion was a reading by Miss Ella Belle Scurry in dialect Miss Scurry is the eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Scurry and is gifted and beautiful. Someone re marked that all- the Scurry children .were gifted. Hammie and Lucy also gave a duet which was loudly cheer ed. After singing the "Sweet Bye and Bye" and prayer by Mr. Brooke, the meeting adjourned. We were all greatly indebted to Mrs. James H. White for training the children for the contest and the Loyal Temperance Legion slogan which the children gave, and for their sweet presence and the lovely flow ers they brought to all the inmates of the home. The greatest tribute to Mr. and Mrs. Scurry is the devotion of the unfortunate people whose affection i they have won. FOR SALE: Two milch cows, fresh to the pail. E. B. DASHER, Johnston, S. C. 6-11-lt. i BIG GUN TESTS. Interesting Letter Written From Indian Head, Mary land, by Stanmore B. Townes. "] Dear Advertiser: I In the pine and oak woods of Mary land, thirty miles below the city of Washington, on the quiet banks of hte Potomac, ls the little village of Indian Head. She boasts a population of some twenty-five hundred souls and supports a bank, four stores, a post-office and a movie. Her denizens are male for the most part and the major portion of this part is single males. But the U. S. Government employs about twenty five or thirty girls, who, when they walk the streets, look not to their right nor their left, neither to the front and certainly not to their rear, but forever with their eyes on the ground in front of them. For always some eyes are focused on them from all angles like search lights on an air plane in the deep of night. A blonde of nineteen (publicly speaking) has the title of "Belle of Indian Head." She hails from Mary land and Ophelia Quinn, she's known by. If as many as four girls are seen walking along together an investi gation is held to ferret this phenom enon. Though all this has nothing to do with the Naval Proving Grounds, it tells nothing of Naval Rifles-yet I have been under a barrage fire from the mouths of the fair sex and bar rage fire from the mouths of the Ger man artillery and of the two, the former is more terrible. Steel Company of i'C:.'i. -is ?C?oU . . ??HO '? and behind tnesc mounds of sand. Some two hundred 'feet in front of the armor plates the big fourteen and sixteen-inch rifles placed in fixed positions for firing. They are first tested with small charges before the regulation shot is 'fired. The regulation shell for a six teen-inch gun weighs from fifteen hundred to two thousand pounds and a charge of 254 pounds of nitro cellulose is placed in the chamber be hind the shell to send it on its errand. !The gun is fired by a percussion cap. Now, when the lever strikes the cap |it had been easier on the ears did you 'make acquaintance with a little re 'moter ground. For the concussion is felt for a half mile. ' "* i Look on the armor plate. A neat 'round hole of sixteen inches in width .has been made through this steel 'plate of sixteen inches. The shell ?drives on deep into the sand mound behind. Rifles ranging in diameter from three inches all the way up to sixteen are tested here. And the diameter of a shell is the diameter of the steel' plate the shell will pierce through. j$ut there are exceptions. Some of the eight-inch rifles will pierce a twelve inch armor of solid steel. "S^ A fourteen-inch rifle is about fifty feet in length and is supposed to be rebored after every fifty shots. Besides the penetrating tests, the; rifles are given a long range test. The shells scream over the hills and burst in or on the banks of the river fifteen or twenty miles down the Po tomac. .?. - . . - *\ After a few test shots here the rifles are shipped away-let us hope for no future use. S. B. TOWNES. Box 100, Indian Head, Maryland. f I Booze is not a Good Cure. (From, the Ames Iowa Intelligencer) When a man comes to you all doubled up with pain and declares he will die in your presence unless you procure him a drink of whiskey, send him to a doctor or else give him a dose of Chamberlain's Colic and Diar rhoea Remedy. There is a mistaken notion among a whole lot of people that booze is a remedy for colic and stomach ache.