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? The Lexington Dispatch. Wednesday, August 31, 1904. R. L. Carriers Association. To the Editor of tbe D'spatch. Oq August 13, 1904, the Rural Letter Carii^r 1 A - motion cf Lexington county v or&?acized with i the following ?tliM J. Kvze-, j Preeiden'; J E li. AicOirtha, Vice President; H D Croseon, Secretary; E L Wiogard, Treasurer. A very helpful meeting it was to ail who were present. Tbe president took this opportunity to urge all carriers in tbe county to join us, which you can do by sending your name with one dollar, to Mr. H. D. drospon. Secretary, Lsesville, S. C. Many interesting facte were brought oat in the meeting that went to show that the postmasters did not all read their instructions alike. All the carriers, I am glad to say, showed that they were loyal to their postmaster, even when tbey knew them to be in error. Several postmasters will not let their carriers do anythirg to accommodate their patrons, such as bringing for them, a spool of thread, bar of sosp, or any small article that would not hinder the mail. Now, one of two things is evident: the postmaster has either not read bis instructions or he is incompetent to act as postmaster. If such postmasters will take the trouble to look up order No. 569, they will find something like this: "Provided, That ssid carriers may carry merchandise for hire for and upon the request of the patrous re Bidiog upon their respective rouiep, whenever the same shall not interfere with the proper discharge of their cfficial dutiep, and uDder such regulations as the Postmaster General may prescribe " And the following from same order which explains the fire*: "The hire for merchandise carried od request of the patron of. rural free delivery mu9t be paid by the patron. Carriers will not b^ permitted to receive scy compensation from seller of such merchandise. Now the full sense of the above is thif: You can charge the patron for doing him the kindness or not change him jast as you please. The idea of collecting postage for carrying a 8pool of thread to a patron, on his request. Wake up such postmaster, ; put on your spects and read your instructions or you may have to get out. Carriers sre not permitted to act as agents for anything, eeen or unseen, material or-spiritual. One thing the carrier cannot do, even to acrtnmmodate a thirstv ratron. for chair phor, bitter?, egguogg or any- 1 other use, is to carry a drop of ppirit- 1 eoaH or malt 1 quors. Our Uocle | Sarocnie is Dot a prostitute ncr does 1 he propose to pay agents to prosti- ( iu'e the people. * I will just quote the following for the benefit of some postmasters: 1 "Carriers are not required to serve f their routes on Sundays. They * must, however, work on every other 1 day, including holidays, unless services is suspended m a particular 1 day by the specific order of the Post- 1 master General, postmasters will be 1 d ily notified in advance when such 1 an order is issued/' 1 All the carriers ask is equal rights to all and special holidays to none? unless to all. Klondike. The By-Laws and Constitution ifill be published later. . , ' Cured Thirty Headaches Ju one day, while distributing free oomnlaa nf NWvftloinft. the WOrld'8 ^ DCIIU^tVW V best remedy for Sick and Nervous T Headaches, Neuralgia and Colds. 1 Every package guaranteed. 4 doees for 10c. Sold by M. Q. Hendrix. ( Manufactured by Nervalgiue Co. \ Augusta, Ga. tf 1 Obituary. i Whilfl pncared at bi3 daily labor " ** "' ?r>-"o ? the manly form of Daniel Edwin Sbealy was struck down by a fragment from the circular saw which be i was operating, being thrust nearly through his robust body, causing death to follow Aug. 20, 1904. Son of Mr. and Mrs. Andrew I. Shealy, , born Nov 3, 1977, making his earthly stay 26 years, 9 months and 17 days. Eddie was a most obedient son, an affectionate brother, a model joung man, a true and reliable friend and a tender sympathizer in times of sickness and distress?industrious to his ruin. Baptized in infancy and wb<n -he came ro the jears c( accountability he assumed tost covenant by beiDg confirmed a member of Macedonia Efsp. Lutheran church to which be remained faithful till death. Having a idvorabie ooinion of iho Independent Order of Odd Fellows he became a member of the seme by being initiated into the mystic rites of Lodge N.) 96, Delmar, S C. H<? leaves to mourn hie departure a heartbroken father and mother, five brothers and two bisters with numerous relatives and friends. A sad gloom has been cast over the Cjmmuiity, a veil of sorrow drapes-his memory, but one bright hope of consoling cheers. There will be a happy meeting to part no more and no burning tears to wipe away. The everlasting preeence of him who died to save will ever be there. His body wae buried at Mt. Pleasant church, furerai services csDducted by Revs. J. K Efird and J D. Shealy. E. Sick Seadache. "For several years my wife was +wvnWlo*1 nrl+h wVinf. Wh vci r?i n n a nailed fXVUk/i-W. IfXVXi. ? sick headache of a very severe character. She doctered with several eminent physicians and at a great expense, only to grow worse until she was unable to do any kind of work. About a year ago she began taking Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets and today weighs more than she ever did before and is real well," says Mr. George E. Wright, of New London, N. Y. For sale by The Kaufmann Drug Co. A Curious Settle. In the Japanese army every soldier carries with him kettles which arc made of paper, the invention of ore Daiju. The kettle is made of ordinary thin Japanese paper. It is filied with water, and then water ispoured over it. It is hung over the fire, and in ten minutes the water is boiling. The kettle can be used eight or ten times, and the cost if it is about two cents. Oar country friends should never fail To bnv or order through the mail "TEETHINA." for it surely fills The bill, for teething children's ills. *TEETHIXA" aids digestion, regulates the bowels of children of any age and makes teething easy, and costs only 25c. at druggists. 43 A Card of Thanks. I avail myself of the privilege permitted me by the Dispatch of publicly acknowledging my thanks to the members and friends of St. Stephen's church for the splendid trip they have made possible by their generosity for Mrs. Graichen and our daughter Ernestine to Mrs. Graichen's mother's home, Iowa City, Iowa. For the bestowal of a favor so generous and beautiful from friends 30 thoughtful and kind I confess myself to be ever due the debt of deepest gratitude. I would also in behalf of my wife ind daughter give the fullest assur ince of their sincore thanks and aearty appreciation of a compliment 30 flattering and an expression of Iriendship so tender and royal. Most gratefully and humbly, J. G. GraicheD, Pastor St. Stephen's Church. LexingtoD, S. C., Aug. 23,1904. 3ured by Chamberlain's Colic, Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. 'A short time ago I was taken with a riolent attack of diarrhoea and believe I vould have died if I had not gotten reief," says John J. Patton, a leading iitizen of Patton, Ala. "A friend recommended Chamberlain's Colic, Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. I bought a twenty-five cent bottle and after taking three doses of it was entirely cured. I consider it the best remedy in the world for bowel complaints. For sale by The Kant maim lorug i^o. Railroad Man Hurt. H. J. Searl, a trainman, w^ose home is in CUrksville, Tenn., w*s in jured this morning at the Edisto trestle on the Southern railroad. A dump car U3ed in filling in turned over and caught him beneath it injuring him severely. Searl was brought up to Columbia and placed in Dr. Kendall's private hospital for treatment.?Record, 25. This popular remedy never fails to effectually cure I dyspepsia, Constipation, Sick headache, Biliousness And ALL DISEASES arising from a Torpid Liver and Bad Digestion The natural result is good appetite and solid flesh. Dose small; elegantly sugar coated and easy to swallow. Take Mo Substitute. ? Dragged to Sea by Dsvil Fish. Charleston, Aug. 24.?Mr. Scolt Bailej'a boys on Wadmalaw Island had a narrow escape fiom being carried to sea by a monster dtvil fish or./T r\orhcm (imn?nA(l Thfl bnVR ?4U VA UUjk/O v** U ?? MV#V?. were in a email boat fithiDg when the fi3h, which i3 eaid to be 18 to 20 feet long, became entangled in the anchor and started for deep water. The boat was whirled along at a terrible rate, the bow being on a line with the water, and just as the young men beginning to face certain death the anchor chain parted and they were saved. They had some difficulty in getting ashore, but they were saved from certain drowning. Only One Answer. The Rev. Floyd Tompkins, in delivering a commencement address the other day, when the temperature ia the room was anything but comfortable, told the graduating class that he had come to keep them awake. "But," said he, "I don't wish to have the same experience that a min ister in Scotland had one very hot day. "He had been speaking for .half an hour 'when he noticed that his hearers were nearly all asleep. "Come," he shouted, 'wake up! you ougnt to Da asuamea or yourselves to fill asleek in church. Look at tbe poor idiot in ths gallery. He is the oDly oue in the house who didu't go to aitep." "At this oue of the churefi rnembnrs, who had been aroused from a comfortable nap, scratched himself and said: -Yes, and if he had any sense he would ba asleep too."?Philadelphia Press. Puts an End to it All A grievous wail oft times comes as a result of unbearable pain from over taxed orphans, Dizziness, Backache, Liver Complaint and Constipation, But thanks to Dr. Kind's New Life Pills they put an end to it all. They are gentle but thorough. Try them. Only 2oo. Guaranteed by The Kaufmann Drug Co. When a poor girl is Raid to be pretty she is positively handsome. Suicide Prevented. The startling announcement that a i preventive of, suicide had been discovered will interest many. A run down system, or despondency invariably precede suicide and something has been found that will prevent that condition which makes suicide likely. At the first thought of self destruction take Electric Bitters. It being a great tonic and nervine will strengthen the nerves and build up the system. It's also a great Stomach, Liver and Kidney regulator. Only 50c. Satisfaction guaranteed by The Kaufniann Drug Co., druggist. Secret of Success. Push, said the button. Never be led, said the pencil. Take pains, said the window. Always keep cool, said the ice. Be up to date, said the calendar. Do business on tick, said the clock. Never lose your head, said the barrel. Never do anything off hand said the glove. Do a driving business, said the hammer. Be sharp in all your dealings, said the knife. Trust to the etars for success, said the night. SpeDd much time in reflection, said the mirror. Make much of small things, said the microscope. Strive to make a good impression, said the senl. Find & good thing and stick to i% said the glue. Turn all things to your advantage, 8<tid the lathe. Make the most of your good points, said the compass. After tks STegro Vote. Washington, Aug. 26?Nearly 5000 negroes in Federal positions, drawing almost ?3.000,000 in salaries is one of the strongest arguments being offered to negro voters to vote the Republican ticket. Several supplements to the Republican campaign text books are to be issued by the Republican Interstate league, an organization of negroes, with headquarters in Washington. The first has appeared end deals alrr.oet exclusively with the generosity of the Republican party to regroes. It is written by Judson W. Lyons, register of the treasury. The figures showing negroes emrJnvorl hv ih? anvf-rr ment: are oiven "j o as indicating ''the bro^d and liberal policies of tha Republican party." They show thirteen negroes in the diplomatic and consular service, and 3,663 in the various government departments in Washington. The exact Lumber in government einplcy is 4.610, and they draw annually $2,858,734. The Death Penalty. A little thing sometimes results in death. Thus a mere scratch, insignificant cuts or puny boils have paid the death penalty. It is wise to have Bucklen's Arnica Salve ever handy. Its the best Salve on earth and will prevent fatality, when Burns, Sores, Ulcers and Piles threaten. Only 25c., at The Kaufmaiin Drug Co's., drug store. ? Plausibility. Russel Sage was talking the other >3 % ?. ? U?,-, A- ? *r> I rv n ei Uiv quuuij a uiO'il'ijreij uuv jlmci uotuic broker, says the Pittsbc-rg Dispatch. "I have caught this mac," he said, "in a drz-n sb^by tranpnctions. He has always, though, betn ready to excuse himself Mr. Sage smiled Then he reeumed: 44He reminds me of a chap who broke a plate gi*?s window one day. A* soon as he had broken the window, be harried < ff as fast as he could go. But the shopkeeper came after him and grabbed him by the collar. 44 'Aha, yon broke my window, didn't you, eb V he said. "Yes, and didn't you see me running home for the money to pay for it*' said the other. Bill Nye Advertised His Cow for Sale. "Owing to my ill health, I will sell at my residence, in township 19, range 18, according to the government survey, one plush raspberry cow, aged 8 years. She is of undoubted courage aad gives milk frequently. To a man who does not fear death in any form ebe would be a great boon. She is very much attached to her present home with a chain, but she will be sold to any ons who agrees to treat ber right. She is one-fourth shorthorn and threefourths hyena. I will also throw in a double-barrel shotgun, which gees with her. I a May she usually goes away for a week or two and returns with a tall, red calf with wabbly lege. Her name is R ise. I would rather sell her to a non-resident." Suieidoi in Columbia. H - * T-? 1 HiveniDg xveooru. Last Thursday morning about 3 J o'clock Norman O'Connor, a white man about 23 years of age, committed 1 fiuicide O'Connor walked ioto the house of Bertha Medlin, who keeps a disreputable house on Gates street, and was also a witness in the Maud Allen case, and wirh no explanation poured a dose of carbolic acid in a glass of beer and swallowed it. As soon as it was realized what was dore a hurry call was sent for the city physician, D.\ Pop6, who lives nearly two miles from the house, and tie! man was nearly d^ad when a.-sistance i arrived. Tue inmates cf the hou-e made the feilow as easy as possible., j but the amount taken proved fatal. ! t i e A ~ <J\JCnuor came nere noui Ani'jun, , but bis home is Noling, I-]., be j having Iearnfd bis trade iu the ! former place. He had been here j about five weeks, and during that i time had drank very he&viiy, but | managed to hold his place at the Southern shops. He was a member of the Machinists union, and will be sent to his home by tbatorganization a9 eoon as the inquest is held. I NO BETTER LEAD MADE. * I ^ THE LEXiTISTON BEP4RTMENT STORE. J ' ' ?->;?-; ??- -.v-?? < ; -?^c-?-sc?>>>->??>->;>?->>> 1 Should be filled bv Druggists N?T h??- 1 Life is too precious to be carelessly handled. This has been my work $ ; for 13 years, and do guarantee you pure drugs and careful work. J ! ANY DB'JG YOL" NEED. 1 Kinard's Horse, Cattle and Poultry Powder cures Chicken Cholera J or no pay. The ideal stock food. Paints and Oils. J- "W. 2?:iri.axcL. i The Licensed Druggist at, LEESVILLE, S. C. i . 1 * *' - DBS. D. L. BOOZER & SOUS f l|,f||DEHflST8^f|% I 1615 MAIN STBEET, COMTMBIA S. C. 'PHONE SSO. WM. PLATT, .! DEALER IN * ] Dry Goods, Millinery and Notions, f NEARLY OPPOSITE POST OFFICE, 3 COI_.TT2v?:BI-&.. - - S. C. | MAIN STREET. | We have received and have placed on oar shelves one of the most beautiful as well as the I most complete line of M ever shown in tha city. These are all standard goods ?rom the most reliable manufacturers and are recommended for their stylish and nobby appearance and the beauty of pattern. A full line of Ginghams and dre?s goods oi' all descriptions, as well as lovely creations in fashionable spring and summer millinery.* Come and see i these eoods before mirohasintr. I will make it to your interest to do sa , October, 9.?3m. J j weHavo RECEIVED OUR M SPRIIG MB SllIM SIIOBS * '4 and are now ready to serve our Lexington friends with the best shoes at the lowest price they ever bought. Three (3) points we were careful in selecting this stock: STYLE, COMFORT AND SERVICE. We will only show you Good Solid Leather Shoes and guarantee every pair. 1 P, "P. Jt.P A I ' 1710 MAIN STREET. | Columbia s. n. ! : 5 I CALLS SPECIAL ATTENTION TO HIS 1MMV.WBE 1 |g STOCK OF NEW SUMMER GOODS. |S J | White Goods. White floods. | <?> Our stock of White Goods consists of India Linens, White jja Mnlls, Cotton Ch.ffons Mercerized Goods, Peqnes in Welts and Figures, at popular prices. ^ P& ^v* " "" ?gr? 1 Oar stock of Colored Lawns is complete in Figured Stripes fffii and Polka Dots ranging in price lrom 5 to 12Ac. Solid Colored Lawns in all the leading shades, the kind usually sold |J|| J everywhere for V2\ cents, our price. 10 cents. ??$ We call sp?cial attent on to our immense line of LACE v?gft| m EMBRODERIES ;AND RIBBONS Ask oar clerks to ^ show you our 15 cents Ribbons. They come in all the pop- ^ ^jfsp ular shades and are big values. | Gents' Furnishings. % 50 Dozen All Silk Four in Hand Ties for men, only 25c. J ^ Eclipse Shirts, equal to any $1.25 shirt on the market, |wi A tgt our price. Sl.CO. gigi JB 50 do2 Men's $1.00 Shirts, to close out. in all the pretty p?| JHj patterns, dots, striprs and figures, at '5c. 25 doz 75c. Shirts at 49o., on center counter 3^1 i&f 25 dozen Men's Shirts something special, at 20c. Hosiery to suit all feet and all purses. Dont fail to cail at 1603 Main street when in search of | DRV GOODS, K0TI05S AND GEM'S FCH.\!Siil.\6 I J m ? ?- S# Jm IP ^ -A.- TT ? TT 3ST <3-? W ^ 1603 Main Street, Lever's Old Stand, jjp |j COLUMBIA. - - S. C. H %