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ppf-" ;vvv THE LEXINGTON DISPATCH. ? Itaprassntatiua Betxrspapar* {fotxers kaxinptcm and the Bnrdars of tlia Surrmmdina Scuntias &ika a Blan&ei* VOL. XXXVI. LEXINGTON, S. C., WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 1906. 46~ GLOBE DBY GOODS COfflPAJY, . M *W. EC. IvdCO^TCEITOl^T, TIES., tA*, tosfo MA IN STREET, - - - - - - - COLOMBIA, 8. O. Ifc. x Solicits a Share of Your Valued Patronage. Polite and Prompt Attention. g|p \ October I3tf South Carolina's Reception to W. J. Bryan. Today, on the campus of the University of South Carolina, an institution famous all the world over, South Carolina is paying her tribute to the i greatest liying Democrat, W. J. Bryan of Nebraska. Mr. Bryan, twice defeated for the presidency, is today, perhaps stronger in the love of the American than at any previous time in his life. He has just returned from a trip around the world, and was tendered upon his return to New York City such a reception as has scarcely ever been given to a private citizen of any country. 1 ?1? T t u ? rur several weea.a ue Jias uecii luiuing the several states and for the last several days has been in Virginia and North Carolina, and today he is in the capital of the proud Palmetto State, receiving the plaudits of an admiring people. An enormous crowd is on hand, and the most distinguished people of the State have been named on a committee to welcome him. He was met at Charlotte last night by a committee from Columbia, and reached the city last night at one o'clock, and is now quartered at Wright's hotel. This morning a distinguished committee breakfasted with him, and another committee immediately thereafter gave him a delightful ride around the historic city. At twelve he spoke to an immense audience on the University campus, where he received an ovation from his hearers. He leaves at five o'clock this afternoon for Augusta, where he will be the guest of that city, and from there he goes to Atlanta, where the State of Georgia will open her gates to him. His entire trip has been in the nature of a great triumphal march, and is a profound tribute to his worth, his integrety of character, his devotion to principle, his love for the right because it i$ right. The committee on reception from Lexington county at the exercises today are: Hon. A. F. Lever, Hon. C. M. Efird, Hon. D. F. Efird, Hon. J. M. Epting, Hon. J. B. Wingard, Hon. S. B. George and Mr. W. P. Roof. All of these gentlemen, with many other v citizens from all over the county, are now in Columbia, contributing their part to the success of the occasion. Swansea Sews. To the Editor of the Dispatch: During the interval between our last letter to the Dispatch and this our little town, both in a business and a social way, has been very active. * * A 1 1_ ? _ J A nmnoer 01 visitors nave eome ana gone during the last few weeks, and several delightful social functions have been given and enjoyed during the meantime. Messrs. Joe Hooker and Jake Crim, of Woodford, have decided that they can run a more successful mercantile business in our hustling and progressive town, and are now located in the Culler store house here ready to serve their friends and customers. Mrs. Minnie Crook of Cameron, has returned home after a pleasant visit to friends and relatives here. Miss Delle Lynch, of Columbia, was the pretty and popular guest of Miss Clara Johnson last week. ( Mr. Julius Smith, of Raleigh, N. C-, paid a flying visit to his parents here a week ago. Miss Lila Hook returned to her home in Lexington a fortnight ago after having spent several months here with Mrs. S. F. Derrick. Miss Lila has many warm friends in Swan"HBST MS AT TAPP'S." NEW n We are showing som perfect style leaders, and a This is just the herald s Every day brings us number room, so the summer goods i for the school children and f sea who will .always welcome her to their midst. Miss Eithel Brooker has gone for a visit to her sister in Latta and to friends in Dillon and Little Rock. A peanut boiling given by the "Young Set" last Monday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. P. E. Hutto, was very much enjoyed by all who attended. Last Friday evening was very pleasantly spent at a sociable given by Misses Lilla and Annie Mae Gantt. Mr. J. J. Williams spent yesterday with his sisters in Fairfax. Miss Rose Davenport has returned I home after an extended visit to friends and relatives in North Carolina. Swansea, S. C., Sept. 16. "C." Mitchell Equitted. J. Wilber Mitchell, of Leesville, charged with the killing of J. Tolbert Trotter of the same place, during last State fair week at the Union station in Columbia, was tried last Thursday and Friday, and after six hours the jury agreed on a verdict of acquital as to murder but he was found guilty of carrying concealed weapons fcr which he was sentenced to pay a fine of $100 or serve thirty days at hard labor on the public works. The fine was paid and the young man discharged. A number of witnesses were sworn for both the State and the defence in this deplorable and unfortunate affair. Self-defense was the plea advanced by the defendant, alledging that Trotter while intoxicated slapped his face a number of times, &c. Solicitor Tim merman was assisted in the prosecution, by former Solicitor W. J. Thurmond while the defence was ably represented by P. H. Nelson, B. B. Evans and E. L. Asbill. Baptist Lower Division Most. Programme of Lower Division of the Lexington association, meet with the Pelion Baptist church Saturday 29th inst., at 10 o'clock. 10 to 10.30?Devotional exercises. 10.30 to 11?Enrollment of delegates and reports from the churches. 11 to 12?Introductory sermon by Albert Rogers or S. J. Riddle. 12 to 1.30?Recess for dinner. 1.30 to 3?First query, why do our Lord want men and women converted and for what purpose? Opened by R. J. Fallaw or Albert Rogers. 3 to 4?Second query, what is ment by Christ in the home! Opened by S. J. Riddle or S. P. Derrick. 4 to 5?Third query, is the weekly prayer-meetings a means of spiritual growth? Opened by C. H. Corbitt or J. F. Fallaw. Miscellaneous?Adjourned. Sunday meet at 10 o'clock. 10 to 11?Sunday school mas3 meeting conducted by W. R. Lowe. 11 to 12?Sermon by Rev. G. F. McGill or W. B. Fallaw. J. G. Fallaw, for Com. Swansea, S. C., Sept. 15, 1906. Death of Mr. Samuel Bookman. - t Mr. Samuel Bookman, who resided over on Broad river, died on Thursday and was burie Dn the following day. He wa3 one of the best millwrights in our county in time, and his work covered a large territory. Sam was a good, clever man, a member of Co. C, 20th Regt. S. C. V. He has been a sufferer from some kidney trouble a long time, and in his demise another old soldier has crossed over the river to rest under the shade of the trees. LI ADV e of the swellest of the Fall s new, bright, cheerful appeal ;ent ahead to announce the c< s of tremendous boxes and c in every department have bee furnishings for the bed-room AMES ] Result of the Primary. The two primaries in this county passed off quietly and without bitterness. The campaigns were conducted upon a high plan and were a credit to the candidates. The following were nominated to serve us in the House of Representatives: W. H. Sharpe, who has held many positions of trust and always with credit alike to himself and his county; J. M. Epting, whose service in the last legislature was imminently satis- ! factory to the pepple, and J. B. Wingard, who has had much experience in public affairs and will make a safe and conservative legislator. The delegation from Lexington will compare most favorably with that from any county in the State. Frank W. Shealy, who has made a most efficient treasurer for the past six years was re-elected to that position. W. D. Dent was elected Auditor. This is his first appearance, but we are sure he will make a good officer. That old veteran, Geo. S. Drafts was re-elected Probate Judge, and will for four years more guard the interest of the widow and the orphan. J. E. R. Kyzer filled his position so well that he was elected Superintendent of Education without opposition. Geo. H. Koon was elected Supervisor, and as he has had former ex perience in tins position, we Know that the county will not suffer under his administration. J. W. Hendrix and D. H. Craft, men of sound judgment were elected County Commissioners. The County Executive Committee at its last meeting recommended for magistrates the following gentlemen: C. S. Bradford, District No. 1. E. U. Shealy, for the Fork. F. P. Shealy, District No. 3. IT. W. Jefcoat, District No. 4. C. R. Rish, District No. 5. A. B. Bachman, District No. 6. / Another Trolley Line. We were shown the other day the blue profile of a trolley line survey traversing the territory suggested by the Dispatch some time since, as being a practicable route passing through a good section of country inhabited by well-to-do farmers and citizens to back such road. This is on the Saluda ridge up to Salud a court house. The contemplated route from Brookland touches Lexington and thence by orjjnear Rocky Well direct to Mt. Willing and pn to Saluda courthouse. Information as to right of way, wealth of country, &c., is being sought by the promoters of the line. Our people should aid in the matter of rightaway and place no obsticle in the way of the route, and ere long they may open their eyes to the reality of an electric line through the country. Later you may learn more as we only give this much out as information as we received it to our people along the proposed route. Curiosity in Hen Fruit. Miss Pearl, daughter of Mayor John J. Taylor of our town, sends to our office a curiosity. It is a well do- j veloped twin egg and certainly is a j rare article of hen fruit. We cannot immagine what the old hen means by j nre t.Vio m a .'tpf. in this i U1J lilg LA/ VA V H VC V**V AA4MAM.VV ???' | way as eggs are scarce and high. Six j of them would be equal to a dozen. | It is a treat to see the pretty goods | at the Bazaar. TAPP'S GREATER I ANCE S ityles in nearly all Departme: 'ance is ready to greet you 3mpleteness of the big stock ases of the goods that will le in put at prices that must rnc and dining room. We can 1 L. Tajpi Uncle Sam's Marines Guard Cuban Palace. Habana, Sept. 13.?There are 120 sailors from the United States protected cruiser Denver camped tonight in front of the presidential palace, which is the seat of the Cuban gov- j prnmprtt. Thp Am?rif>nn sailnrn nrp armed with regulation rifles with the exception of a few who carry revolvers or carbines. Two field howitzers and two rapicl-fire guns were sent ashore with the sailors and now point across the pretty little park, a significant warning to any one approaching the executive headquarters of the Cuban government with hostile intent. The general impression here seems to be that it is the intention of the United States not only to protect American interests but also the government of President Palma. The presence in the city of American sailors has had the effect of creating a feeling of comparative security against attack from without or an internal uprising. One of the great questions that is slowly but definitely cropping out as the result of the insurrection is that of race, the Moderates in general condemning the insurgents as a mob of negroes led by white men of lower character than the negroes them selves. The newspapers this evening commented favorably upon appearance of American warships in Cuban waters. Washington, Sept. 17.?Commander Colwell of the cruiser Denver at Habana, telegraphed the navy department today that all was quiet in Habana. Hostilities formally ceased yesterday and a definite settlement of the trouble seemed very possible today. Formal renewal of hostilities is not probable. This reassuring dispatch, together with the visit of Secretary Taft and Acting Secretary Bacon, indicate that . the movement toward peace in Cuba is well under way. At the same time no changes have been made in the naval programme. The Louisiana was given orders to proceed south to the drill grounds below the Chesapeake Capes and when joined by the Virginia to continue south to Habana. The New Jersey was ordered to proceed independently of these two ships to Habana and is now on her way. The Newark sailed from Norfolk this afternoon and the Minneapolis will sail from League Island tomorrow morning With the force already at Habana and that which will be there in a few days the navy department feels assured that it will be amply able to : prevent any trouble in Habana. While there is pacific feeling, preparations are going forward by the war department to meet anything that may arise if it should be necessary for a strong force to intervene. It is stated that troops and transports will soon be available and only await orders in case the mission of Secretary Taft fails and hostilities are renewed beyond the control of the Cuban government. 1 A Card To the Democratic Voters of Lexington county: The undersigned hereby returns hearty thanks for the support given him in both of the recent primary pl pot-ions. His best efforts will be used to worthily represent your interests. J J. Brooks Wingard. DEPARTMENT STORE. TYLES a nts. The Silks and Dress Gk throughout the bio- store, already bought and being shi ad the season. And still tin >ve them right out. This is z ; enumerate. Call and look This season we a: showing a more comple' line than ever before < the best httmg ar smartly tailored cloth* obtainable. A complete line < everything read y-t * wear for men and bo] can always be found ? our store. We will thank you 1 come in and give us ti opportunity to "sho1 you." r n noru I u. until Outfitters for Mi LEXINGTON / -Baptist TJnion Meeting. To the Editor of the Dispatch: The Union meeting of the upper i ( division of the Baptist association i will meet at Pleasant Hill church on t Saturday before the fifth Sunday in 1 September. j 10 to 11?Enrollment of delegates c and reports from churches. f II to 1*2?Introductory sermon by s Kev. J. s. senn or new vv. l.nayes, subject to criticism. 12 to 1?Recess. 1 to 2?Does the Bible teach immortality to any except those that are saved through faith? Opened by J. S. Senn or J. T. Sawyer, -2 to 3?Does Scriptures teach that there are sins of omission, if so, what are the results of such sins? Opened by Rev. M. A. Gunter or Rev. E. Hall. 3 to 4?Does the new Testament teach more than one church of Christ? If so, what are they? Opened by Rev. Joab Edwards or Rev. W. L. Keel. Miscellaneous business?Adjourned. Sunday?10 to 11?Sunday school sa nntinnr nAnrln/>fo^ KT* P "R j xuaoo V/Viiuuvtvu. n/j xw v j ^ I. Reynolds. 11 to 12?Missionary sermon by Rev. j Joab Edwards or Rev. J. D. Tavlor. j ^ Miscellaneous business?Adjourned, j G J. T. Sawyer, j ^ Clerk of Union, i y I a - - i High-Art Job Printing Our Forte, i ^ re NOW )ods are beautiful. The Ladi pped. The finest and most ?re remain some warm davs. i good opportunity for you to 4-U r?mi rvli o 10 1C o till UU^ll UllVs OIUV JV. x 1110 10 u n olumlbia en and Boys, - - - s. o. Lexington County Fair. The County Fair will he held on )ctober 16, 17, 18. The management 3 making every effort to make this he best Fair yet held in the county. iVe have received a copy of the >remium list, and we find it full to >verflowing, and if we are to judge roin this official announcement, the nccess of the undertaking for this -ear is already assured. The pros>ects were never brighter. Any one vishing a premium list and entry )lanks should write to Hon. J. B. tVingard, Lexington, S. C. This is a home enterprise and every >ne should contribute something to yard its success. If you have anything in the way of ield crops, household goods, horses, nules, cattle, sheep, goats, hogs, >oultry, pets, needle and fancy work, ine art, manufactured goods, flowers >r anything, write Col. Wingard for mtry blanks. The Fair's success ia he county's success. ? t -- i ; State Senator W. E. Johnson, of Uken, is dead. Sheriff Wm. H. Outz, of Edgefield, lied somewhat unexpected lastThursiav night. He was 69 years old and tad been sheriff of his connty for 26 ears, lie was popular with white nd black, and a friend to everybody. The attorney general's work by-andy will be in the lion's paw. "MEET ME AT TAFPS." es' Tailored Garments are complete ever seen here. And we must have more get goods to make dresses l money-saving exhibition.