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Establish^ lf?35. J. L. MIMS..Editor. Published every Wednesday in The Advertiser Building at $2.00 per year in advance. Entered as second class matter at the postoffice at Edgefield, S. C. No communications will be pub lished unless accompanied by the writer's name. Cards of Thanks, Obituaries, Res olutions and Political Notices pub ished at advertising rates. Wednesday, April 14. Delegation Selects Highway Commission. With the view of carrying out the provisions of the act recently passed providing fur the creation of a Highway Commission for Edge field county, looking to the holding of an election upon the question cf issuing bonds for the improvement of the public roads of the county, a meeting of the delegation was held in the office of Governor Sheppard Monday morning and the following twelve men, one from each town ship in the county, were chosen and recommended to Governor Cooper for appointment by him ad provided in the act: Blocker-F. L. Timraerman. Collier-H. W. McKie. Collins-H. W. Quarles. Elmwood-J. F. Payne. Johnston-W. Sawyer. Meriwether-H. F. Cooper. Moss-L. K. Brunson, Sr. Picken s-W. P. Yon ce. Shaw-Waker W. Wise. Talbert-J. D. Hughey. Ward-George W. Scott. Wise-George T. Swearingen. The delegation endeavored to se lect men who are broad-minded, pub lic-spirited, fully capable to dis charge the duties of the commission and who hold the con?dence of the people, not only of the people of their own immediate communities, but the people of the county at large. In our opinion, it would be difficult to find twelve better menin Edgefield county, or the State for that matter. None of them are politicians and have no "axe to grind," but will discharge their du ties with an eye single to the com mon good of the people of Edge field county. An examina'ion of the list will show that as nearly as possible every section of the county is rep resented, guaranteeing to every sec tion just and fair consideration in improving the public roads of the county. ^Not one of these men, either di rectly or ?ndirectlv, ?ought a place on the oomrnission, having been se lected altogether without their knowledge. Governor Sheppard at once sent the names to Governor Cooper in order that he may duly appqint them withont delay. Our Schools. In a recent conference of County Superintendents of Education, the outlook for the next school year were very generally discussed. The pre- . ? opinion among us is that the expense ; of maintaining our schools will be materially increased just as it has ; been in every other business, and, to meet the issue, school folk should be- , gin to give the matter thoughtful ( consideration, and take steps that will prevent our work being retard- 1 ed. Competent teachers will demand ? higher salaries ,and the ..schools of,< Edgefield county need just as good j i teachers as those of any other coun-1 i ty. Our last legislature made into ; law an act intended especially for the '. improvement of rural schools, and I i wish to bring this before our people. '. This act provides that where any district votes a special tax of not less than eight mills for current expens . es, the State guarantees a seven .months school term with sufficient funds to pay a really competent teacher. I realize that our taxes are . constantly increasing, but can we af ford to retrench at the expense of .car boys and girls, the future citi zens, and upon whom the welfare of community and State must depend? If any district wishes to take advan tage of the above mentioned act, a petition must be circulated, and an election held before July 1. W. W. FULLER. Co. Supt. Ed. I am selling Cement, Brick, Lime, Plaster, Plaster Paris, Shingles, Coal, Hulls ana Meal at close prices. S?e me before buying. I arn still bin ing cotton seed. M. A. TAYLOR. Jn Memoriam Mrs. Sallie Usher Bunch. In the twilight of April 4th, 1920.) God called from us a dearly beloved friend. She was our friend in hours of great sorrow and in pleasure, there fore we lo ed her, but the Saviour loved her more. The angels calied her to that bright and happy shore. She was a woman whose force of character, integrity and womanly vir tues have left the deepest impress upon the lives of her many friends, and cur memory of her and her in fluence will be a guiding force to us. Never was there a more beautiful character or nobler-hearted one tak en than she. She was loaned to us the community, and the church, by God fer mere than three score and twenty years, and all who came in touch with her life were made better! for the loan. < Of the fascinating personality and sympathetic nature that was genuine ly tender and always modest and helpful, her friends were bound to her with bands of iron. Her lovely chai*acter was full of love and consecration to the better ment of mankind, always ready to do what she could. Many times she so willingly rendered her services at funerals, weddings and other places by her sweet music and tender gentle voice. Let us think of her as not dead, but living with God, and waiting there to welcome us when we may be found worthy to be called to join her. "Each day the Master calleth Someone's endless rest! And our hearts, filled with sadness, Can but say 'He knoweth best.' " A FRIEND. Mrs. A. A. Woodson Entertains for. Mrs. Elizabeth Adams. Mrs. Elizabeth Adams was the be loved honoree at an informal after noon tea given by her niece, Mrs. A. A. Woodson, on Monday afternoon, April 12, at her hospitable, "Lone Pine" bungalow. The pretty living room and dining room of the attractive bungalow were en suite and fragrant with vio lets and lilacs. The time passed all too soon for this gathering of life long friends on whose useful lives the western sun rays now fall. Happy memories of former days were discussed. Mrs. George Waring sang many beautiful old Irish and Scotch ballads, favor ites of that past being so tenderly re called. Mrs. Milton Parker played instru mental selections with the brilliant touch which has always given her audiences pleasure. Mrs. Waring and Mrs. Percy M. Feltham assisted the hostess in serv ing dainty refreshments. Surely "auld acquaintance" was not forgotten and the afternoon will be an added link in the golden chain of these beautiful friendships, which have brightened the long life of the loved guest of honor. MRS. P. M. FELTHAM. Death of Mr. Williams. Tuesday night of last week Mr. John Williams died of pneumonia in F-c'^efieH. after an illness of about ten dayi,. ?di. Williams was born and reared in the Philippi section of the county but went to Augusta several years ago to engage employment as a carpenter. Recently he came to Edgefield to assist Mr. T. R. Skinner and was taken ill with pneumonia. He received the closest medical attention and a trained nurse also ministered to him but he was unable to resist double pneumonia. His body was taken to the home of his brother near Philippi Wednesday and the funeral was held at Philippi church, Rev. A. C. Baker, the pastor, conducting the funeral. Mr. Williams is survived by his mother, Mrs. So phie Williams, four brothers, Burton, Robert, Gibson and Mark Williams, and two sisters, Mrs. Lucy Lee and Mrs. Lillian Powell. Mr. George E. Dorn Has Passed Away. Mr. George E. Dorn, a prominent < citizen ?? the county, died at hie home in the Callison section thiel morning at iO o'clock after an ill ness of several months. The funer-1 al will be conducted at Bethel church Tuesday afternoon at four o'clock and interment will be made in the church yard. The Masonic | order, of which he had long been a member, will be in charge of the exercises. Mr. Dorn was 78 years of age, and was a highly esteemed citizen. He served throughout the civil war and made a gallant soldier. To mourn his loss he leaves three sons and five daughters, a? follows: T. E. Dorn, superintendent o? edu cation of Greenwood county; H. Y. Dorn of Edgefield, and Byrd Dorn of CallisoD, Mrs. J. P. Sullivan, April Meeting of <#vic League. Mrs. J. G. Edwards, president, call ed the meeting; to order in the Li brary Monday afternoon, April the twelfth, the members rising to repeat the Lord's prayer in unison. The secretary, Mrs. B. L. Minis, read the minutes of the March meet ing which stood approved. The Treasurer, Miss Ethel De Loach, made her monthly report. Mrs. W. L. Dunovant gave the fi nal report on the Lyceum course just finished, which was most gratifying to the league. The primary object of bringing uplifting entertainments to our town was realized, and financially, the amount of $59.00 above all expenses, was added to the league's funds. Mrs. P. M. Feltham read a most in teresting letter from Miss Elizabeth Woodson, who is in training in Rich mond, Virginia. Miss Woodson is, preparing herself for the splendid county nurse work, than which there is no morb useful profession. That part of the letter bearing upon the directing of children, youths and gown ups in healthful sports was par ticularly interesting to the League members who have been formulating plans for a modern play ground for Edgefield. Misses Tune Rainsford and Kather ine Mints were appointed delegates to the convention which meets at Rock Hill this month. Miss Ethel DeLoach made a report on the cemetery, which is now in a creditable condition. She asked those who desired any work done on their squares to arange with her for the services of the workmen, as this privilege is cordially extended every one interested. Five dollars was voted to the Long fellow Memorial Fund, which is to preserve the home in>Maine of this beloved poet. At the conclusion of all business, Mr. J. 0. Sheppard addressed the league. His subject was along the lines of co-operation of the women's oganizations and the American Le gion Post, with the view of obtain ing a Community Centre Building for our town. Surely there can be no worthier object for these organizations to work for. Edgefield feels the need of such a building with her expanding ideas, and will feel this need more and more in her future development. The meeting adjourned to meet next in the library the second Tues day in May. MRS. P. M. FELTHAM. Report of Lyceum Committee. The Lyceum committee submits the following report: The attractions chosen were The Knowlton Glee Club, The Sprng Holmes Company, The Car?-bridge Players, Poluhni Company and Booth Lowrey, under the direction of the Piedmont Bureau, located in Ashe ville ,N. C. The total cost was $500. The opera house, costing 810 for each attraction, was secured for these attractions. In the early fall Dr. Parry spent a part of a week in Edgefield and as sisted in the sale of season tickets, per agreement with the company. They contracting to sell $250 worth of these tickets. All the attractions were enjoyed except the first one, which unfor tunately, did not come up to the standard. We submit the following report of 3ur treasurer: Receipt_.-$612.00 Disbursements Lyceum Bureau_$500.00 Opera House __ ..- 50.00 incidentals_ 3.00 Balance_$ 59.00 We extend thanks to Dr. Mitchell ind his accomodating assistants for meir help in the sale of tickets. To Mr. Wilbur Harling for his kind and dependable interest and assistance. To Mr. W. W. Adams fo rthe loan of Iiis automobile. To each one of the gentlemen who have assisted as door-keepers and ashers. To John Wells for the use of lis services in the ticket sale. To Amos Moore for distributing :he flyers. To the editors-of our pa pers for their kindness, interest and courtesy, and to our patrons for meir appreciation and loyal support. Respectfully submitted, MRS. W. L. DUNOVANT, Chairman. MRS. J. G. EDWARDS, MRS. P. M. FELTHAM, MRS J. S. BYRD, MISS ETHEL DELOACH Dresses A large assortment of dresses in /oiles, messalines, georgettes always an hand. RUBENSTEIN. Mrs. T. B. Bell, Mrs. J. A. Calli aon, Mrs. S. C. Deal and Mrs. J. C. Jordan, all of Callison.-Greenwood Index. sm This is Not a Grab Bag In that you have to take what you can grab with your eyes covered. All goods will be placed out for your inspection and selection. You can choose what you want. We are placing on sale Saturday and Monday April 17th and 19th, 864 yards of dark and light figured Calicos worth up to 35 cents per yard, entire lot placed going at 20c. per yard SALE PRICE CASH ONLY (?? See our splendid line of Middy Suits,- Organdies Voiles, Cotton Crepes, Georgette Crepe and Crepe-de-Chine Let us serve you. It is a pleasure for us to do it. The Corner Store Remember that we close at Six P. M.-Saturday's excepted Clothing I We are showing one of the largest assortments of men's and boys' suits than ever before. Prices much cheap er than elsewhere. HUBENSTEIN. Farmers, Attention! Write or see me for delivered prices on rat, fire and lightning proof metal corn cribs. Can fur nish them in any capacity. Shape either round, oblong, or square. Can furnish partitions for large cribs. Absolutely rat and tire proof. A permanent farm improvement, first cost cheaper than wooden con struction. Write me ai Bamberg, S. C. W. E. STOKES, Agent for Edgefield Co. ICE NOTICE I am still in the Ice business with the best quality of Ice and will compete in price with any one. The prices now are: 300 pound quantities, 40c. per hundred 40 pound to 100 pound quantities, 50c. per hundred 25 pounds . . . 15c. 10 pounds . . . 10c. 7 pounds . . . 05c. Will handle ice up town and at ray warehouse. Will deliver on short notice. Phone 97. These prices are liable to be reduced as directed by compa" nies I represent. Will appreciate the usual patrouageof Edge held towu aud country people. M. A. TAYLOR EDGEFIELD, S. C. Spring Head and Foot Wear y We have just received a large shipment of SPRING HATS direct from the celebrated Stetson factory. The name of Stetson stands for 100 per cent excellence in the hat world. Come in and let us fit you in a nobby spring hat. A large shipment of the celebrated CR0SSKTT OXFORDS just received. All of the latest leathern and lasts. Come in and let us show you. DORN & MIMS