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Wednesday, June 23. LOCAL AND PERSON^! Dr. W. D. Ouzts of Johnston was a visitor in Edgefield yesterday. Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Reel spent the week-end here with Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Reel. Mr. William Ouzts of Little Rock, Arkansas, is here visiting his mother, Mrs. Eva W. Ouzts. Mrs. A. E. Padgett has returned from a visit to her daughter, Mrs. Norwood Cleveland. Mr. Edgar Hart is spending some time in Edgefield under the parental roof. Mrs. Fannie Ouzts^and Miss Flora Ouzts of Elmwood are spending this week in the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Harling. Mrs. C. H. Porter and little daugh ter, Louise, of Batesburg are guests in the home of Judge W. T. Kin niard this week. Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Dorn of Celes tia, Saluda County, have been spend ing several days in Edgefield visiting their son, Mr. W. H. Dorn. Major R. S. Anderson is -greatly enjoying his stay at home and his friends are delighted that he will not have to return to Washington until the first of December. Ex-Governor J. C. Sheppard, has accepted ;an invitation to deliver an address in\'C?mden tonight in the in terest of the South Carolina Devel opment Board. ( Mr. E. C. Asbell and Mr. W. W. Fuller will soon move into their new bungalows on Church street. There t is but one vacant lot left on this street which has proven to be a very popular residence street. ~ Mr. A. E. Padgett, accompanied ny Mr. Edgar Padgett, motored to Greenville yesterday to attend the convention of the South Carolina Bankers' Association. Mr. Padgett is president of the association. Sow peas and plant corn after grain. All kinds of feed will probably be higher next spring than it has ever been and now is the time to begin laying plans for being independent of the western corn and grain grow ers. The State campaign meeting will be held here in the Court House Fri day of this week, June 25. As the governor and . several other candi dates for re-election have no oppo sition there seems to be but little in terest taken in the meeting. Wednesday .evening last Mr. and Mrs. O. i, Holmes entertained a num ber of young friends at their home near Red Hill in honor of their neph ew, Mr.TJeWitt Boyd of Statesboro, Ga., and his bride. The occasion was a vey pleasant one. A handsome new player piano added much to the oc casion. Soon after graduating from the Citadel Mr. Carroll Rainsford ac ?cepteda position with the Highway Commission in Columbia. After spending some time in the office he will go out on surveying expiditions where the services of a civil engi neer are needed. Mrs. R. G. Lee was called to Green ville yesterday by telegram to be at the bedside of her mother, Mrs. Gen try, who is very ill. Mrs. Gentry has made a number of friends here while visiting Mrs. Lee in the past and they sincerely hope she will improve and be restored to her accustomed health. When you are approached upon the subject, become a member of thev South Carolina Development Board. This organization will accomplish wonderful results for South Caro lina if a sufficient number of peeple get behind the movement to carry to a successful conclusion the work that bas been planned. Dr. Levi Holmes, Mr. Cornelius Holmes and Mr. Rice of Plum Branch have purchased a drug business in Ninety Six and Dr. Levi Holmes will manage the business. It was rumored -that Mr. Cornelius Holmes would also move to Ninety Six and be actively connected with the drug store but we are pleased to announce that the rumor is not true. The Bank of Western Carolina of Johnston announces in its advertise ment in this issue that' commencing July 1 it will pay 5 per cent, interest on savings deposits. The Bank of Western Carolina has eleven branch es and I a working capital of $700, 000.00 and total resources of $4, 000,000.00. Saturday night Mr. Clyde Jack son and Mr. William Byrd, better known among his Edgefield friends as Billy .Byrd, had a head-on auto collision near the trestle. The cars were considerably damaged but the occupants of the cars were not in ? jured. Their friends rejoice that only the cars and not the drivers were put out of commission. Three young men have returned to Edgefield from the Citadel after a successful session, Mr. J. Carroll Rainsford, Mr. Hob Byrd and Mr. El wyn Moore: The latter two have just completed their first year and have made a highly creditable record, and Mr. Rainsford comes home with a diploma in his possession, - having completed in a most satisfactory manner the full course of four years. He likewise made a splendid record in th? military department, gradu?t ing as a cadet captain. He followed the splendid example set by his la mented brother, Thomas H. Rains ford, Jr., who graduated from the Citadel as captain of Company A. Mee .lay of Highway Commis sion. The members of the Highway Commission are called to meet in the Court House at Edgefield, Tuesday, June 29, at ll a. m. All members are urged to be present and be on I time. Walter W. Wise, George T. Swearingen, W. P. Yonce, Special Committee. Mr. Duncan County Chairman. Mr. L. W. Depuy came over from Columbia Thursday and held a con ference with some of the leading business men with reference to the campaign for members of the South Carolina Development Board. Mr Willis Duncan has accepted the chair manship and he should receive the co-operation of citizens in all parts of the county. This is the greatest forward move that has ever been un dertaken for South Carolina's materi al advancement. Help Edgefield county to have a part in this im portant work Marriage Announcement. Mr. and Mrs: S. E. Morgan an nounce the marriage of their daugh ter, CoraNLillie to Mr. James Thayer Johnson, which took place at the Baptist parsonage in Aiken, Sunday June 20. Mr.rJohnson is a prominent farmer of Aiken County. The Advertiser extends sincere congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. John son. Mrs. Johnson, as Miss Lillie Morgan, has been teaching for sev eral terms near Aiken, making a splendid record. Tank and Tower Being Erect ed. The Chicago contractors who were awarded the contract for the erection of the steel tower and tank near the home of Governor Sheppard for the town's water system have a force of men at work. The capacity of the tank will be 100,000 gallons of water and its weight, together with that of the supporting tower, will be 45 tons. The tank will be of such height to give sufficient pres sure to throw a steam of water 100 feet high on the public square. "The Birth of a Race." There is no doubt gladness in the hearts of many because in two days that great picture which begings at the beginning "And it came to pass" and in scenes of enthralling interest sweeps r.he onlooker on to present days, will be presented at the John ston Theatre on Thursday night, the 24 of June, and at the Edgefield Theatre on Friday night, 25th June. It is requested that patrons come early, as owing to the length of the picture, it will begin promptly and punctually at 8:30 p. m., and it is re quested that all who can, be seated then in order not to detract from the enjoyment of anybody else. This is a picture which has been en dorsed by the prominent among our people, those who have the educa tion of their cheilden in mind, those to whom the Old Story is beloved by doctors, statesmen, lawyers, business men and all of the thinking public. The price is Adults 75c and Child ren 45c, War tax paid. CHILDREN'S DAY. (Continued from page one.) liaGrone, Alma Mayson, Lucile Har .ison, Fannie Lee LaGrone and Lu dia Lewis. "Then and Now" by Carrie Mor jan. "June Tims" by eight boys, Cal loun Jordan, Howard Jordan Eugene Lewis, Alvin Reames, Clarence La jrone and J. B. Mayson. "Floral Tribute" by five girls Rubie Mayson, Carrie Mayson, An relie Reames, Murtis Jordan and Thelma Reames. "A Pantomine" by three girls, Lu :ile Sullivan, Evelyn Sullivan and Deline Sullivan. "Flower Exercise" by six girls Evelyn Sullivan, Deline Sullivan, Ef ie May LaGrone, Olive Mayson, Lu ?lla Lewis and Lucile Sullivan. "A Pantomine" by Miss Elizabeth Sullivan. "Power of Love" by Olive Mayson At the conclusion of the program i collection was taken for the Sun iay school which amounted to $19 For County Commissioner. In our candidates' column this iveek will be found another announce ment for the office of county com missioner. Mr. J. W. DeVore has en tered the race. Mr. DeVore served jne term as county commissioner several years ago and this experience will be of benefit to him in discharg ing his duties should the people elect lim again. Mr. DeVore manages his awn affairs successfully and will jive the same careful attention to the people's business if elected. Students' Entertainment. Plans are underway for the stu dents' entertainment which will take place in the Edgefield Opera House ?arly in July. On Friday evening at 3:45 Mrs. Tillman will entertain all the students in our county at her home. Each student who sees this anywhere in our county is urged to be present and the evening will be de lightfully spent in getting in the spirit of the entertainment. A tentative programme is publish ed in this issue. For Magistrate. Mr. P. W. Cheatham announces his candidacy this week for the office of magistrate of the 7th magisterial iistrict of Edgefield county. He serv id for 10 years, five consecutive terms, in this capacity and the val lable experience gained then will be >f great benefit in discharging his iuties should he be chosen by the vo ters of Moss and Talbert townships tor this office. Mr. Cheatham will render a full measure of impartial ;ervice if elected to this place. Little Bessie Dozier Rainsford Hostess. A number of little guests gathered m the lawn of Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Smith'on Thursday of last week to ?elp celebrate the second birthday of bessie Dozier Rainsford. A tea table was arranged under he trees, where late in the afternoon lelicious cream and cake was served. Pretty pink favors, filled with bon ?ons were given each child as a sou venir. Quite a number of gifts were giv :n the dear little honoree whose sec >nd birthday afforded such joy to 1er friends. Notice to Colored Teachers of Edgefield County. The Summer School will open at iettis Academy, July 5th, 1920. All eachers are requested to attend by he State Superintendent and the bounty 'Superintendent. The State Juperintendent of Education has ap lointed the following instuctors: Prof. H. P. Butler, formerly of Jtate College. Prof. Johnson, Principal of Book r Washington School, Columbia. Miss La Perle Howard, formerly .f Hampton Institute, now at Bettis Academy. Mrs. W. D. Hood, Saluda, S. C. Prof. W. D. Drake, Graniteville, 5. C. Board will be funished for $8.00 or the four weeks. Teachers must ?ring their own sheets, pillows and owels. For further information ad Iress Prof. A. W. Nicholson, Bettis Academy, Trenton, S. C. M. H. HOLMES, ?lerk Col. Teachers As. Edgefield Co. FOR RENT: Five or six rooms in ny residence on Jeter street. See me or particulars. _ EVA W. OUZTS. JUGKLEN'S ^ GENUINE sic cs ?^f! mm?m The Great Accounted First, the initial cost is the purchase, but putting cannot own a high priced c to the minimum by Ford c< reach of the average citize renewing worn and broken only can genuine Ford par! stock, making it possible tc from the factory or some d These and other reasoi cars, and the same reasons If you have not placed have to wait so long for yo YONCE H. G y R. F. Erwin Regarding His Troubles "A year ago last winter I had an attack of indigestion followed by bil iousness and constipation. Seeing Chamberlain's Tablets so highly rec omemended for stomach troubles I bought a bottle of them and they helped me right away" writes R. F. Erwin, Peru, Ind. If you have any trouble with your digestion give these tablets a trial. They will do you good. mm? OLDEST 1 Bank of ANNOUNCE 5?\o Inter $7( The Strange We solicit your bs offer you SAFETY and JOHN: G. H. Eallentine, Mgr. HEA SB .Jil? m THE UNIVERSAL CAR Popularity of Fe for in More Ways ' small, requiring: not only a compai them within reach of scores and :ar. Then, the upkeep, gasoline a: irs. The operating expense of a n. And last, but by no mean? leai parts, is not the heavy burden tha s be had more cheaply, but Ford c ? repair your car without a long wa istributing point. is account for the great and inert apply to Ford trucks also. your order, better get on our list ur turn in the delivery of the car. & MOONEY, Edgefieh . EIDSON, Johnson, ? FORD DEALERS INSIST OH GENUINE FORD PARTS I CANDIDATES should advertise in the Aiken Journal and Review to reach the people of Western Caro lina. Display rate 25c. Send one dol lar bill and receive paper until Dec. 1st. Largest circulation in Aiken County. Address Journal and Review, Aiken, S. C. WANTED: Man with team or auto I who can give bond to sell 137 Wat kins home and farm products. Big STRONGEST THE Western ( ?S THAT BEGINNING JUI JT WILL PAY est on Savings 30 YEARS' EXPERIENCE 10 OFFICES 11,000 CUSTOMERS )0,000.U0 WORKING CAPITA $4,000,000.00 RESOURCES MAKE IT st Bank in Sou inking business with the as: SERVICE unexcelled in the 1 5TON BR/ W. W. Rhoden, Asst. Mgr. < ,D OFFICE, AIKEN, S. ? Ita >rd Cars is rhan One ?atively small amount for hundreds of people who ad tire bills are kept down Ford car is easily^within it, the question of repairs, Lt it is for other cars. Not lealers carry every part in it for the parts to arrive casing popularity of Ford : at once, so you will not 1, S. C. 5. C. ?rest concern of kind in world. $15.00 tb $5000 yearly income. Teritory in. this county open. Wirte today. J. R. WATKINS CO., Dept. 112, Winona, Minn We have a snappy line of voiles and organdies all colors and de signs. I. MUKASH7. Come in and inspect our beautiful line of men's Arrow brand shirts. I. MUKASHY. 'arolina _Y 1, 192? Deposits th Carolina surance that we can banking world. \.NCH 1 W. Mobley, Asst. Mgr. wm