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The Lexington Dispatch LEXINGTON. S. C-. SUBSCRIPTION RATES: One Year $1.00 Six Months 50 Three Months 25 ADVERTISING RATES. Regular Advertising, first insertion, 75 cents per inch; each insertion thereafter, 50 cents per inch. Local notices, 5 cents per line each insertion; no local accepted for less than 25 cents for first insertion. rkL;' ; fr\ > of. thft TftfA rtf VUltUttllOs) ivi ?? ? cent a word for every word over 100 words. Marriage notices inserted free and are so lie ted. Bates for contract advertising will be cheerfully furnished on application Anonymous communications will receive no attention Bejected manuscript will not be returned unless accompanied by stamps for toe purpose. For any further information call on or address. G. M. HABMAN, Editor and Publisher. Wednesday, October 8,1902. I ? Tbe editor is absent from town, and "S C. B." will, probably receive attention on his retqrn. ' ? Capt. John S. Wilson, Probate Judge of Chester, died last Friday in the 84th year of his age. Large orders for coal have been placed in Eogland and Canada for shipment to the United States. Governor Stone, of Pennsylvania, has ordered cnt all the militia of the State to preserve peace in the coal it district. E0K?Sr''! The Bepublican Convention of the Fonrth District, met in Spartanburg Saturday and nominated Leumas W. C. Blalock, of Goldville, for Congress. TIiam it on nnnrnfifflhiA nnnfliefc J UV&V IB VU WW between capital and labor in almost every section of the country, and io K tbe meantime the ooontry at large is suffering as a consequence. ; ^ ^ The United States troops operating against the hostile Moros in the Philippine islands have bad wonderful success in their movements, tbe loss of life among our troops being small. * We learn that Mr. Holmes, the well known drummer of the printing and stationery establishment of Valker, Evans & Cogswell, of Charleston, dropped dead on the streets of that city yesterday morning. President Roosevelt's conference with tbe coal operators and miners ? ^ ??? .1 uunll. nvnmn. W88 mrrou ux jcbuii>d puu vuc u|/v sifeion to call an extra session of Congress to deal with the situation is being seriously considered. The Columbia afternoon Record says: The Lexington Dispatch as is , natural opposes the secession of this i Fork section from that county. The 1 Carolina News says that in the meantime the annexation movement is going right along. It is apparent that our afterncx n eon temporary has yet to learn that Charlie Bailey's mouth is?not a prayer book, if it does open and shut. The essence of Republicanism is a strong centralized government. The essence of Democracy is a Rational government with limited powers bat enlarged State powers, yet cowa-dar* we find people and newsps ? ~ ? * _ pm claiming to be orthodox Demoezats advocating government ownership of railroads, control of coal fields and other industrial interests, the tendency of which is to form e?en a stronger centralized government than Hamilton and bis compeers anticipated or intended. |&5 (i y In a day lees than two weeks the County Fair will be opened under the most favorable auspices. The exhibits promise to be more numerPons than heretofore and of a superior quality. All indications point to a larger attendance and the attractions provided for the entertainment of the " * ? ? an/4 OS O Timor* are U1UIB piUiUOC BUU c?o u >" , general rale of a higher class. Tak ix>g every thing all together the coming fair promises to be the best one yet held and the Secretary, General Superintendent, together with all the 'otherofficers of the association are deserving of the thanks and hearty oommendations of all patriotic citizens for their untiring efforts to poll off the fair successfully. i-'-r A SCOTT'S EMULSION Scott's Emulsion is the means of life and of the enjoyment of life of thousands of men, women and children. To the men Scott's Emulsion gives the flesh and strength so necessary for the cure of consumption and the repairing of body losses from any wasting disease. For women Scott's Emul i .1 1 Ti sion does tftis ana more, ir is a most sustaining food and tonic for the special trials that women have to bear. To children Scott's Emulsion gives food and strength ; for growth of flesh and bone i and blood. For pale girls, fr r thin and sickly boys Scott's Emulsion is a great help. Send for free sample. SCOTT & BOWNE, Chemists. 409-415 Pearl Street, New York. 50c. and $1.00; all druggists. Miss Katherine Hazard Barnwell, of Charleston, was burned to death on Saturday. Her dress caught fire while she was cooking something at a stove. Unclaimed Letters. List of unclaimed letters for the month of September, 1902 Males. Divid Blocker, Jay Clark (2) Henry Evens, J. J. Jenkins, v Mac D Higgs, W. E. Holfc, Jr., M. C. Kirkland, James E. Kowe, Thos. Lever, Esq, John Mitchell, John Sanders, C. M. Thompson, Females. 1 Miss Ella Crolley, Miss Olizzie Harman, Mrs. Salley Lever. Miss Naney Nether Spann, Mrs. W. I. or W. J. Shuil, Respectfully, * , C. E. Leapbart, P. M. Bates to the State Fair. For the above occasion, the Southern Railroad will sell from all points in Sonth Carolina, including Ashevilie, Charlotte, Augusta and Savannah and intermediate stations, tickets to the 34th Annual State Fair, Coumbia, S. C., at rate of one first clas9 fare for the roun4 trip, plus 50c (admission fee) for the round trip. -Tickets to be sold October 26 ih to 31st, inclusive, with final limit to return November 2ad, 1902. The Southern Railway will operate on October 29th and 30th special trains into and out of Columbia, in addition to their regular trains. Call npon any agent of the Southren Railway for detailed information, R W. Hunt, Division Passenger Agent, Charleston, S. C Obituary. Cora Agness, daughter of Walter E and Martha R. Miller, of Lexington county, S. C., died in Columbia October 4 th, 1902, at the age of 18 years, 9 months and 19 days. She was living with her two aunts in Columbia for several years and after several weeks cf severe sickness died there. Medical skill and faithful service by loving hands, could not save her life. God knows best for us and overrules everything for good. Therefore we musfenofc "weep as those who have no hope." Cora leaves a father and mother, three brothers, four sisters, two very affectionate aunts io the home which she was taken, and many of her relatives and friends to mourn her departure. Her funeral was conducted by ? rr T7? /? , _#i. tU. itev. d. n. JDnra aiter wmuu lug body was buried in the family burying ground near Chapin. J. K. E. Again we would call attention to the fact that T. B. Aughtry & Co., Columbia, carry the best line of plantation and family groceries and are offering them cheap. October 21,22,23 Entry Books of the Fair will be ooened at the law of fice of Meetze & Sturkie, ftfj Lexington, S. C., from Octo- ju ber 10th, to October 18th, and Gj at the Fair Grounds October j| 20th until 5 p. m. when they ?4S will positively be closed. ENTRY BLANKS are now ready for distribution, and the Secretary will take pleasure in forwarding them to any one desiring him to do so. All entries must be made upon these blanks and signed uy Lilt? The Fair promises to be a success in every respect this year, and the managers are putting forth their best efforts to make the exhibition a perfect success. / \ We have the promise of a good line of SIDE SHOWS, f Fapw? WWI Mflrrw_frn_H rmn(? A UitiW IVUVVtp AHWA i V ~MU~AhW ttttttp % V and, in fact, every and all attractions that go to make, up a first class entertainment. Arrangements have been made with a first class Aeronaut who will make BALLOON ASSENSIONS . and t PABACHUTE \ all three days of the Fair. In addition to the above attractions the following will be special features for special days: OCTOBEE 21. INVISIBLES. The Association desires every young man in the County, who will do so, to take part in jthis feature of the entertainment, and those wishing to take part will be gladly informed of all necessary features in connection with the same, and will be afforded any and all assistance and suggestion that may be in their power by the Committee of the Association, to wit: Messrs. T. P. Meetze and T. H. Caughman, of Lexington, S. C. *WE3XD^TE:SID^."E", OCT, 22. ? ' SCHOOLS. It is the intention of the Association to put forth their best efforts to make this day interesting for the Teachers and Children of the County. And op this day all teachers of the County will be admitted to the grounds for 15 cents at the gate, and children at 10 cents. And' the Managers of the Association will be glad to co-operate with the teachers in getting up something for the special entertainment of the children for the day, and would be glad to hear from | any and all parts of the County in reference thereto on or by the 15th of this month. OCTOBEE 23,1 BABY SHOW. This Baby Day will be the crowing feature of our Fair. Come one! Come all and bring your Babies and let them take a hand in the contest for the Silver Cup and Gold Bracelet. Every baby will be entitled to a nurse free of gate charge, or the mother bringing the baby will be given free admission if so desired. The Secretary must be informed of this fact when he is notified of the entry of baby. which entry must be made the same as any other entry. There will be a premium for the boys and one lor the girls. Babies of either sex will be given entries from one to three years old?three years being the limit. The age and weight of each baby must be given with entry. The prizes will be awarded on weight, according to age and good looks. ? J. A. 3IUIjLER9 Secretary. FIRST SHOWINGl OF NEW FALL AND WINTER CLOTHING. : I ; , For weeks everybody about this establishment has been ou I ? the jump, marking and arranging the big shipment'of wear- J ' ID ' ^ ables that are daily pouring into our store. We hive now gj Wi ) \ ready a II REGULAR FEAST ' J /1 II of new and beautiful things. Men's, Boys' and Childrens' wear 11/ 11 to show our Lexington friends. Compare our Suits with any 11/ V to be had anywhere?garment for garment?thread for thread? 0 then compare Prices and you'll buy your Fall Suit here. j You can't help it, you know. YOUR CHOICE, $0.50 TO ?18.50. ^ 15'J3 MAIN M'it&liir, UULiUMtflA, S. U. September 3. 3m. F'TZMAURICE FiTZMAURICE \ 1704 AND 170S MAIN STEEET, COHLTCTlvdllBI^., - - - S. C- To our friends in Lexington we extend a special invitation when in Columbia to come and see us. We will do as we say?save your hard earned money, and save a heap * ,.r ntnna. in I/in L-ir..* fnr tphftt'. vein wftnt. It -will hn irunossible for von to \j i auuuj auvu iu ?w ?* ^ ???.?-? ^ ? ? ? ..?^ ? (k.__ bay goods as cheap or as good from anybody else. It is an hourly occuraDce to hear people fay I am sorry I bought. Bat too late for that time, but not too late for this time. See us for your wants in our line, as - we tell you. < DRESS GOODS. SILKS! SILKS!! 50 pes Half Wool Henrietta, only ?0c a yd. 30 pes Fancy Waists and Dress Silks, 75c, 30 pes Fine Plaids, 30-ioch ou y 10c a 3d. sold at $1.00. 20 pes Fancy 40-iDch Snitin2. 20c a yard. 35 pes Black Silk, Armures, Peau De Soie, 30 dcs 36-inch All Wool Henrietta, 25c a yd a*?10 n * -or - m ? , , ? ' ' Taffetas for Wedding Costume3. We can | 2) pes W hip Cords, only 60c., sold at <nc up any kind of a dress. I 20 pes All Wool Granites at 50c. Domestics sold at cojt. . I In This House Merchants Sold at Wholesale Only. Januarv 15. _ merchants, Hotel and Boarding' Bouse Keepers and Others: ? Oar stock is as usual at this season large and varied and we can suit the wants of the fastidious in fancy and staple groceries, both in price and quality. As a few leading articles we mention: Lard, Bacon, Breakfast Strips, Hams, Flour, Meal, Grists, Sugar, Tea, Coffee, Cottonlene, Cheese. Syrup, Maple Svrup, Molasses, Condensed Milk, Baking Powder, Soda, Canned Fjuits, Canned Vegetables, Crackers. Candies, Spices, Flavoring Extracts, Gelatene, 8moke Herring, Mackeral, Laundry Soaps, Toilet Soaps, Pickles, Preserves, Jellies an other goods too numerous to mention that are generally carried in a first class grocery store. Come to see us or write us jour wants and we will name prices. LORIOK & LOWRANCE, CclMa^n-Toia, S. C. I To Cure a Cold in One Day j THE PROOF OF THE Take Laxative Bromo Quinine PUDDING IS THE Tablets. All druggists refund the j raxiyn , ' money if it fails to cure. E. W. j tAilnu. Grove's signature is on each box 25c. PROOF OF THE j ? ICK i MEDICINE IS THE ; j TAKING. ATTORNEY A.T X , ^ H?T0K<S yp? f0R TH? (.IVER AKD Will practice in all the Courts. f KIDNEYS wi" verity every claim made lor tt . , -.r ?,. , it. Test it by a trial of a 25a. bottle. It Office: Hotel Marion, 4th room, second makes last Iriends wherever once used, and r" - ? C becomes tbe medicine of the household. Aonn-r ft " " " " lv" * ' i I'-is pleasant to take, acts pleasantly and - 55 I causes one to feel pleasant. i j jt .g kegt an^ quickest remedy for the Dlniiln+iAn Coin ? cure of kidney troubles, lame back. dis. JL 1(111LtlXlOIl lux 1^(110. I ordered liver and any derangement of the I TTTOITLD SELL A FINE PLANTA- j 5tomach aQd b?w<il3V> tion of 306 acres, well watered in j BOTTLES, 25o., 50?. and $1.00. | every particular. Six horse farm open, bal- j i ance in woods and fine pastures. Apply to : Wholesale by the MURRAY DRUG CO., B. L. OAUGHMAN, j Columbia. S. C. Mt. Willing, S. C. | For Sale at THE BAZAAR. September 24, 1902.?3w48. ! May 15?ly. 1 1