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The Lexington Dispatch. Wednesday, September 2, 1903. PI5CIL AND SCISSORS. Wayside Notes Gathered Here and There by a Dispatch Man. Male gossips are the worst of the breed. Prof. D. B. Busby, of Mt. Willing, 'is in town. New cotton is being sold on this market-. A good rain would be very accept.11. aoie. I We do not hear of a Bingle case of fever in town. Eggs are scarce and the price has an upward tendency. Some repairs have been made to the court house. The chain gang force now numbers three convicts. Be sore and attend the good roads meeting on Saturday, the 19th. Lexington is steadily and surely progressing in the right direction. IV^tw^HAIIWaiiiXAD IULL1 JUVlii>r? f&r children! ?af* ??ri? So opiatoo i The farmers bare certainly bad fine ( weather in which to cure their fodder.* ( Mrs. Lizzie Boozer has returned j from a pleasant visit to Henderson- ( ville, N. C. < Occasionally women make fools of men, but they are not responsible for j all the fools. , The Court of General Sessions will j convene at this place on Monday, the ] 21st day of September. The best line of plantation and ( family supplies in Columbia* can be ( found at T. B. Aughtry & Co. j Col. G. W. Croft, leading counsel 1 m ^ * TT f?V 11 lor uoi. dames n. xuiman, was 10 town Monday. t \Lasfc week the fountains fizzed, the people sizzed and the ice men were in their glee. The eight of a dollar would be an excellent remedy for our poverty stricken purse. Dr. Gilmore, the dentist, will be at the Kaminer hotel next Tuesday and Wednesday. Dixie Lodge of Odd Fellows will meet in their hall tomorrow evening at their usual hour. Col. D. J. Knotts, of Swansea, is in town today attending the reference case of Harsey vs. Busby. Bottled Ginger Ala, Sarsaparilla, Strawberry and Plain Soda on ice at the Bazaar Fountain. Mr. W. H. Hare will teach the school at Bidge Boad, near Mr. J. C. Swvfirert's, next session. w" 1 Mrs. Estelle Blame, of Columbia, is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. Marks, in this place. Mr. Bobbie Marks returned to his ] work in Columbia, Sunday afternoon , much improved in health. I See Lachicotte advertisement. He sells the finest jewelry, silverware, , watches and clocks in the city. Mrs. Samuel B. George and chil- , dren have returned home after a pleasant visit to the mountains. Eugene, little son of Dr. Julian E. Kaufmann, is quite ill at the home of its parents on Lower Main street. Mr. James Jefcoat, who resides on the Lewiedale B. F. D. route, made us a pleasant call Saturday. Hon. E. L. Asbill of Leesville, as Beferee, was engaged Friday, in ^atinn fcofimrvnT? in a r-io??flfiVin aqqo WCIAlUg VVDUUVUJ tu (? ViMVu vviBv* Examination of school teachers will take place on Friday, 19th inst., in the court house. See notice next week. If you want to live to a ripe old age move to Lexington. It is considered by many the healthiest place in the State. Misses Blanche and Carlisle, daughters of Mr. B. L.. Caughman, of Columbia, are visiting Mr. W. W. Barre s family. Col. D. T. Barr has the brag patch of Prolific corn so far reported. Every one who has seen it envys the Colonel of his possession" Any one wishing to buy a 22 calibre long or short distance shooting rifle of the best make at a bargain price will apply at this office. Mr. Horace Cornard was married to Miss Martha Leaphart, on the 3rd day of July, 1903, Col. D. T. Barr, Notary Public, officiating. Miss Lizzie Harman, after visiting relatives several days in the Fork, has returned to this place and is visiting relatives here. Mr. Sol Hendrix, wife and granddaughter, of Columbia, are visiting the family of Mr. W. P. Roof. This is Mr. Hendrix's old home. Watermelons this year are not as plentiful as they have been in previous years, and are of inferior quality. The prices are rather hight. The town authorities should pass an ordinance forbidding the erection of any more wooden buildings in the business section of Main street. The Palmetto Collegiate Institute opens its doors to its patrons on Monday, 7th instant, with an interesting program. Everybody is invited. Mr. Jake Bickley is confined to his home in this place with a case of fever. Ia the mean time his son Willie has taken charge of the gang. Col. George Bell Timmerman, referee, took testimony in the partition proceedings of Mary Whitman, as guardian, vs. B. B. Boatwright and others last Friday. Mrs. Minnie Meetze and her daughter, Anna Martha, have returned from a pleasant visit -to the brother :>f the former Mr. Frank Kaminer, in 3partanburg. S^Anorhfcrv Ar. fin _ nf finlumhia. can suit you with any kind of vehicle and ffhen you want one call on them before purchasing. They will save you iioney. Just now people are complaining )f the heat. Directly they will change their tune and complain of ;ke cold. Man is an knimal that is lard to please. The chaingang was quarterd in ;he wagonyard of Messrs. Meetze & Son last Saturday and Sunday. They eft Monday afternoon to work in the Lieesville section. Immense crowds of people attended the sessions of the Lutheran joint inference which were held in Pilgrim church at Midway last Friday, Saturday and Sunday. We hear of several parties who contemplate moving their families to fjfiTinorfnn in nrdnr t.n crnf. thfi ftd rentage of its excellent educational 'acilities and its healthy climate. Red Bank Lodge, No. 83,1. 0. O. E\, will give an ice cream festival at [rene, on the evening of September >th. Everybody is invited to attend rod enjoy themselves. Master Charlie Hugh Koon, son of Mr. C. N. Koon, the well known Columbia merchant, is on a ten day's visit to his grandfatner, Capt. G. T. Haltiwanger of the Fork. Mr. David Clark, an experienced and faithful employee of the Columbia Duck Mill, has returned to his work after a visit of several weeks at the home of his mother in this place. MisB Gussie Barr went over to Columbia Monday to attend the marriage of Mr. Fritz Stork to Miss Anna Lee Spence, which happy event takes place today at noon in Ebenezer Lutheran church. The Fountain, W. D. Bates manager, Columbia, contracted for cotton 1_ _ IL 1 _ 3 gooas wnen coicon was low ana offers to give its customers the benefit of its deal. When in the city call to see him. Messrs. L. H. Craft and Darling Jefcoat, of the Cross Roads section moved the household effectB of Mr. John Reeder to this place Monday and while here gave us a very pleasant call. Mr. John Reeder, of the Cross Roads, has moved his family to this place, and occupies the Gross old homestead, on upper Main street. His children will attend the Palmetto Collegiate Institute. use tne best material in tne repair of buggies and wagons. It will pay you. You can get the best blacksmith and wheelwright's suppllies from T. B. Aughtry & Co., Columbia. In a collision between a street car and a dray wagon in Columbia last Saturday, Mr. P. H. Corley, of this place, who was riding in the car, was painfully injured in the hand by some of the flying debris. We firmly believe that enough subscriptions in cash, land, material and work, can be obtained right here in Lexington county to build and equip an electric railway from this place to Columbia, if the project was properly pushed. Mr. Frank Griffith, former Superintendent of the Palmetto Mill in Columbia, was in town Monday. He has decided to sell his handsome residence on Lower Main street. See advertisement. Young, one of the leading merchants of Columbia, is after the Lexington trade in dry goods and notions with low prices. You can save money by making your purchases there. Col. George Bell Timmerman has been notified of his appointment on the 8toff of Department Cammander W. P. Kearfoot, of the Army of Northern Virginia, United Sons of Veterans, with the r-nk of Colonel. Here's to you Colonel. I If you expect to buy a mower, you should be sure and get the best. The best is the Walter A. Wood. H. L. Oswald, at Lexington, is the agent. You want to examine his before you buy. Price the lowest. On account of temporary infirmities, Dr. James Harman will be unable to fill his dental appointments at this place. He is unable at the present time to Btate when he will be able to fill his appointments, but will give due notice through these columns when he is able to do so. Mr. Jas. W. Craps, whose home is near Lewiedale, has laid by his crop and took advantage of the breathiDg spell before harvesting time, to visit Mr. J. M. Craps and Mrs. Simon Smith, his son and daughter. Mr. rifono i Q q a nrnn rl nf Viia nora litf1 a *o no ^iv/ua ui UAO uuvt liviiv granddaughter aa a peacock is of its plumage. W. P. Roof has an important an nouncement of interest to the cotton planters of this section in this issue. He offers 4(000 bales of bagging and ties for Bale at a small profit. Keep your money at home by patronizing him, and while here just see the numerous bargains he offers in all kinds of goods. Mr. W. H. Hare, of Delipar, editorial writer on Our News-Letter, of Summit, was in town Friday and paid this ofiice a pleasant visit. Mr. Hare has the reputation of being the first person in the State to publicly advocate the Free Rural Delivery system. He wrote articles along this lme as for back as 1889 or 1890. By industry we thrive, says the Palmetto Bank and Trust Co., of Columbia, but we cannot do so except we save a portion of our daily earnings. This Bank invites the people of Lexington to deposit their savings with it and offers 4 per cent, interest. It is safe and sound. Change of Charter. An effort is being made by the Town Council to surrender the present charter of the town and accept one provided for by section 2 of Chapter 39 of the Civil Code of 1902. An election, submitting this question to the qualified voters of the municipality, has been order and the registration books will be opened on the 11th day of September, and the election is ordered for the 18 th day of this month. Masonic Notice. A regular communication of AA Pomaria lodge, No. 151, A. F. M., will convene in Masonic hall Peak, S. C, Saturday, September 5, 1903, at 7 p. m. Brethren will please be prompt in attendance, as the E. A. Rnrl F. C. decrees will be con ?" u ferred. John C. Swygert, Master. fi A REGULAR COMMUNICATION of Lexington Lodge, No. 152, A/VA.F. M., will be held 011 Saturday, September 5th, 1903, at S p. m. Brethren are earnestly requested to attend promptly. By order of the NY. M. Samuel B. George, Secretary. A regular communication of St. Clair Lodge, No. 154, A. F. M., will be held in the lodge room at Brookj land, on Friday, September 4tb, at 8 j u p. uu. By order M. H. Witt, W. M. B L. Sfauler, Secretary. A man doesn't necessarily lead a dog's life because his wife pet9 him. i WILL BE FOUND * OLD HICKORY WAGOJ of our cor lllo~PLAIN STKEE February 14?ly. WE OFFER < BAGGING: 500 per cent, profit to farn prices befc OUR ST SHOES, BRIG00I is complete in ev Best Buggies ever o: Stock of Wage W. IP; LEXINGTON, I LEXINGTON MARKET, CORRECTED WEEKLY BY THE MERCHANT?. Bacon Haros, nor ? 15 ^ -m* -f.^ ^ " Sides, " " m S-g ZW g 18 & " Shoulders," 11 I I 11 9 115 Butter. per ft. 20 ww* jr. ^ Eggs, per doz i2j^ Turxeys, per lb 8 a 10 Geese, perpr..^.- 70 a so Chickens, per head 12>? a 25 Beeswax, per ft a 20 Beef, per ft 10 a 12^ ' " in n 101^ rorK, .v ? Tallow, oer tt 4 a 5 l?rd-Mr B ; "a:?f 1517 MAIN! Flour, per cwt _... 200 a 250 Corn, per bu 85 Peas, " " 65 Oats, " " 50 a strictly modern up-t Fodder, per cwt...? 90 all kinds of Harness, Sweet Potatoes, per bu 50 needed in this line. 1 Rice, per lb 4 a 6 j q00qS right?Prices r VEGETABLES AND TRUIT. t Thohigest market prices paid for Fruit and Vegetables at all seasons. COTTON MARKET. REPi Augusta,?Middling 13 Charleston?Middling 1214. Columbia,?Middling 12Y?. Lexington,?Middling lxiii. ^ ^ NAVAL STORE v J[ J \ Savannah, yesterday's market Fplrits Turpentine, firm 51*4 cents. Rosin, steady. KIDNEY DISEASES are the most fatal of all dis- m_J I eases* cm CV'Q &IDfiEY CURE 'M kllR N I V A t?.M vXwirff J I ULL I II OUaidHiiiu nsuicu; or money refunded. Contains remedies recognized by eminent physicians as the best for bcy^ra^thin^'cwd,6" j Kidney and Bladder troubles. ^afdayNo^he^uS??0 f pleasure m sounding ita pr: PRICE 50c. and $1.00. I period was passed. ? I Grove's Tastel I has stood the test 25 years. Average A I bottles. Does this record of merit appeal B Enclosed with every bottle is a Ten Cent* pi I AT OUR PLACE. IS are first in the hearts mtrymen, ea XIu 1 e Co., T, COLUMBIA, S. C. 4000 HALES iers. Don't fail to get our >re buying. OCK OF SAND NOTIONS, ery department. i ffered in Lexington. ?n$ Complete. ROOF, - s, c, jss and Saddlery. r WE HAVE OPENED AT ^ r STREET, COLUMBIA, S. C. o-date Harness and Saddlery Establishment, where can be found Parts of Harness, Plantation Gears?in short any and everything The largest and mostjcomplete assortment to be found anywhere, easonable. LIRINGr PROMPTLY DONE. VIS 8c CO. ? .1 BAR. MOFFETT'fi jraBCores C&olera-Infantum, Diarrhoea,Dysentery, and dB Sra- ? jspWl^ Bowel troubles of wSaiijSiiff* nwi^ 1 Children of Any Age. Ms DJgestion^ fcgalatu fflBWBimrnnio rutumw tne dowcjs, Costs OhJj 25 cents at Druggists, Seething eas?* Or mail 25 cents to C. J. MOFFETT. M. D., ST. LOUIS. MOfc Office of d. H. Hardy, Secretary cf State, Acsti*. Tex., Nor. 21, 1900. 8 TEETHINA a splendid remedy and aid for my teething children. When my eldest rery succeeding day warned us that we would inevitably lose him. I happened upen mce administering it to him, and his improvement was marked in 24 hours, and from f d. I have constantly kept it and used it since with my children, and have taken great iises to ail mothers of young children. I found it invaluable even after the teething ilKS. D. EL HA&DY. bss Chill Tonic 1 juuial Sales over One and a Half MUKon I to you? No Cure, No Pay. 50c. I ickage of Grove's Black Root* Liver Pills. J I