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The Lexington Dispatch. Wednesday, February 17,1909. ^ ' Cotton Market * Lexington 9% School Wanted. * Yotmg lady of experience desires to teach in good locality. Small school preferred. For father particulars apply at The Dispatch Office. "Oowtahip a&A Xarriago" Dr. H. W. Bays, of Virginia, will deliver his famons lecture on "Courtship and Marriage" in Roof's Hall next Friday night, begining at 7:30. Price of admission 15 and 25cente. Jifooat-Lnoas. - * ? 1 - .i Oil Dec, 30, 1908, at toe nome ui groom's parents, near Swansea, Mr. waiter Laeas and Miss Effie Jefcoat were married, Rev. T. J. Cupsted performing the ceremony. A delightful wadding dinner followed the marriage. C. 0. L. Bev, Xooro tcLwture. The Key. J. D.. Moore will deliver a Sunday school lecture at Gaston on t next Sunday, Feb 31, at 11 a. m. Poblic cordially invited. ? ? . ffoae to tiu Sue. M T._ Rnshton and Allen Gillian, the two white men from Saluda county who were convicted of forgery in the sessions court here week before last, have gone to the gang to serve their time. Rnshton has 8 months before him, while Gillian has twelve and in ^addition must pay a fine of 125.00. ACra. Booacr V?ry I1L The many friends of Mrs. Sva Boozer, one of the old land-marks of this town, will be pained to learn that she is lying critically ill at the home of Hon. O. M. Efird. Mrs. Boozer is now passed 80 years, and it is feared that she will not be able to survive the attack. Flour Coin? Up. The price of flour has advanced very materially during the past few weeks and it is said that it will go very much higher before many weeks. For Sural Falioe. A bill has passed the general assembly providing for rural police in Richland county. Call to sss the Dentist. Dr. R. G. Killings worth, dentist, will be at Swansea on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, Feb 18, 19, and 20, prepared to do all kinds of dental ? ~~ nKnnf Trnni* tAfit.h WUJT&I OCC 11 LiU OIA/UU rutu wvwi I . V ~~ . ' ' Low Convicted. Sovereign Lowe, a white man, was convicted of having killed his wife in the sessions court at Aiken last week. - The verdict carried with it recommendation to mercy. Honey to Loon on Improved Faming Lands. Money to loan on improved farming lands Nft commissions charged. Borrower pays actual cost of perfecting loan. E. K. PALMER, Sylvan Bnilcling, Columbia, S. C. 'Phone 1066b 4wl7 Jones Denied New Trial. Judge Memminger on Friday re fused to grant a new trial to W. T. Jones, the wealthy of planter of Union county who was convicted of causing . his wife's death in the sessions court at Union. The case will be carried to the supreme court. . "Meet Me at Tapp's." \ "Meet Me at Tapp's" is a familiar aoand to moat everybody's ear. Nearly everybody meet at Tapp's, because it is foremost among the shopping centres of Columbia. You never go to Tapp's without meeting some of 9 ; your friends and acquaintances there. Especially is this true right now when new goods are being opened up every minute in the day. At Tapp's you will find all that's newest and best in early spring and summer goods. There is no better buyer in the country than Mr. Tapp, and the collections he has gathered together so early in the sea son is attracting the attention of shoppers every day. Bay at Tapp's and i you'll get the best goods for the least money. Judge Sarm&n. Mr. Thos. L. Harman, of our town, has been appointed magistrate of the Lexington district, to succeed Mr. G. a rxrKr\oa timp has PTnirprl. A* 1/CI X iVUf n wvs/v ^ ? j and who refused to have the place under any consideration. Mr. Derick has made one of the beat magistrates the county ha9 ever known. During his term of office he has not been reversed by the circuit court but once. It will be re called that Mr. T. E. Campbell was the only candidate who v offered for the place in the primary last summer. He did not receive more than about one-third of the votes cast and it is supposed that this was the cause of his appointment being held up. Mr. Harman is a capable gentleman and will no doubt hold the reins of justice with an even hand. Here's lock to Judge Harman. When yon want a pair of dress or every-day-shoes, remember that you will find the best makes and styles for men, women and children at T. H. Williams. Tha prices will please you. WBmBaaBWKammmmaumBmnmmammmmammaBBcat Spring at ICimnaugh's. Truly, it is Spring at the mammoth store of J. L. Mimnaugh & Co., in Columbia. All of the advance styles in early Spring and Summer ! goods have arrived in all their beauty and loveliness, and everybody is rushing to the big store to inspect the new arrivals. ? * * A Mr. Mimnaugn is aiway? w mo UViiV j in securing the "latest out" for his customers, and this season he has surpassed all previous efforts. New Spring suite, ladies dress goods, dry goods, notions, shoes, hats, fancy millinery, men's and boy's clothing, are all to be found at this great store, and the prices were sever more astonishly low. Everybody should see the new Spring goods at Mimaaugh's, before baying elsewhere. Telephone Linos Completed. The Hollow creek Telephone company has completed its line from Lexington to Mr. George C. Shirey's up on big Hollow creek, a distance of about 16 miles. There are many phones along the line and these people can enjoy the same accommodations as those who live in town. The line leading ont from Gilbert has been extended across to Pelion, the line, having been completed last week. WtbVs Art Stcro. We want to call attention to the advAi+iflftmfinfc of Webb's Art Store, Co lumbla, in this issue. Mr. Webb wants fco figure with everyone who has a house that needs painting or decorating. Be sure to see him before you place your orders. He will not be underbid by anyone and all work is guaranteed to give satisfaction. Visit Webb's store at 1627 Main street when you are in Columbia. Siltoa-Cteorffe. On Sunday afternoon Mrs. Irene Hilton and Mr. Dempsey E. George, were quietly married at the home of the officiating minister, the Rev. A. ??i? ^ If ill. THo j%. xayiur, hi o?ac-vjuku? m?uu. ??? marriage was quite a surprise for, while it was known to every one that Cupid was getting in his work, it was not thought that the marriage would columinate just at this time. The Dispatch joins the mighty ho9t and extends its most cordial congratulations. For Sale. One fine bay mare, 6 years old; splendid driver and will work any where. Apply to Mrs. Corrie Hoot, Lexington, R. F. D. 1. 2wp For Sale. One good horse, 3 years old coming April. A bargain to quick bayer. Apply to Dr. E. P. Derrick, Lexington. S. C. Attention, Silton Local TJa'oa The business agent of Hilton Local Union requested me to urge every member of this union to be present at the next regular meeting, Saturday, the 20th, at 2 p. m., as business of mnr?h imnor^ance is to come before the order. C. W. Smith, Sec. Obituary. Died, Allie May, daughter of G. L. and M. C. Harman, of Lexington, S. C., aged 7 weeks. "So fades the lovely flower, the sweet solace of an hour." Her remains were laid to rest at Emanuel's E. L. Church, the writer j officiating. J. A. C. H*v? Tour Byes Fitted. Mr. Lewie Hall has just received a | select line of spectacles of all kinds and is prepared to fit your eyes with suitable glasses. Call to see him. ? i Unclaimed Mail. Li^t of letters remaining uncalled for in this office for the week ending ! February 15, 1909: ; Gentlemen. Mr. Hoyt Hill, Mr. V. S. Kyzer, Mr. L. S. Kyzer, Mr. Jim Meefcze, Mr. William Walker. These letters will be sent to the dead letter office Moh. 1, 1909, if not delivered before. In calling for the above please say "advertised," giving J - ciate 01 ust S. J. Leaphart, Postmaster. Notice, Debtors and Creditors. This is to notify all persons that they must file their claims, properly attested, against the estate of John W. Long, deceased, on or before the 1st day cf April, 1909, and those indebted will make payment to the nndersigued on or by above date. T. H. Meighan, 3wlfc Columbia, S. C. * j Taz Collections. Treasurer Wingarcl gives out the information that the amount of taxes collected so far compares favorably with formpr years. Sut there is still about ten or twelve thousand dollars worth of taxes unpaid, but the amount this year is much larger than other years. The people have made excellent returns Ut the auditor. We have one of the best counties in the State and we regret to note the dissatisfaction that seems to exist among the people when we are doing so w^l. Jake Holmes Accused of Rape. Jake Holmes, a negro about 18 years old and well known about town was arrested by Sheriff Corley and Deputy [ Sheriff Miller last night about 8 o'clock upon the charge of rape, his alleged victim being Hattie Bell Harris, a small negro girl about 15 years old. The girl was on the way to town when she was attacked by Holmes. A white man heard her cries and the rapist fled. He does not deny the charge, ID 19 saw. At Breoklaad. Tbe editor was with Auditor Dent at Brookland on Friday and Saturday. We always delight to be with these people. The town continues to grow and the people are happy and contented. We were the guest of Mr. and Mrs. E. W. Shull. Mrs. Shull is one of the best, housekeepers in the ' ' I 1- x . oounty, ana Knowi now vo Lrc?tc uw guests. Letter to S. P. Loof. Lexington, S. C. Dear Sir: We reiterate: Every job painted Devoe tabes less gallons than of any other paint. Here's the proof: Paint half your job Devoe; paint the other half whatever you like. If Devoe doesn't take less gallons and cost less money; no pay. Yours truly F. W. DEVOE & CO. The Kaufmann Drug Co., sells our paint. An AMo Defense. The firm of Graham & Sturkie conducted the defense of Thomas J. Craft rv-ni/iV. aVill anrl ahilihv. Col. I W 1 111 U1UVU ISA.*** WMV. . Graham, the senior member of the firm, consumed one hour and fifty minutes in delivering *his argument, which was a masterful one, indeed, many persons who heard it believe that it was one of the ablest arguments ever heard in the court house. Found. Fcund about a month ago one female hog. black, left ear cutoff and bobtailed. Owner can secure same by paying for this advertisement and feed bill. Eli Jenkins, New Brookland, R. F. D. 1. Wftw TXTatt Ta Subdue A Wifa. Port Chester, Ky.,Feb. 15.?Because his wife objected to hi9 attentions to a young: woman who was visiting her, Michael Hennessy poured kerosene over her and set fire to the liquid. The woman i9 in a critical condition and the husband is in jail. Th9 Dangers of Corn. Anderson Intelligencer. Corn in a damaged state seems ;to be dangerous any way you may use it. - - ' J ~ In solid rorm ic may give you uelirium tremens. Better stick to rye. I Diamonds, Jewelry, Watches Sterling Silver, Cut Class, Art Goods. ALL NEW and absolutely beautiful GOODS. Come in whenever you have an opportunity. REMEMBER we ONLY handle SOLID and GENUINE GOODS. If not convenient to come in, send in your mail order, which always has our PERSONAL ATmniTmrAIT !lL . /ITT AT> A XT riiniiwrH, wiLii a uLAivan- I I TEE TO PLEASE. Always j I glad to see you at I SYLVAN BROS. j I Jewelers, Silversmiths, Opticians j Cor. Alain and Hampton St. B Columbia, S. C. Always Keeps a Botlte In The House. "About ten days before Christmas I got my hand hurt so badly that I had to stop work right in the busy time of the year," says Mr. Milton Wheeler, 2100 Morris Ave., Birmingham, Ala. "At first I thought I would have to have my hand taken off, but someone told me to get a bottle of Sloan's Liniment and that would do the work. The Liniment cured my hand and I gladly recommend it to everyone." Mr. J. E. Matthews, proprietor of St. James Hotel, Corning, Ark., says: "My finger was greatly inflamed from a fish sting and doctors pronounced it i blood poisoning. I uRed several applications of Sloan's Liniment and it cured me all right. I will always keep a bottle of Sloan's Liniment in my house." Mr. J. P. Kvans of Mt. Airy, Ga., says:?"After being afflicted for three years with rheumatism, I used Sloan's Liniment, and was cured sound and well, and am glad to say I haven't been troubled with rheumatism since. My leg was badly swolen from my hip to my knee. One-half a bottle took the pain and swelling out. Frank Calk Dead. A telegram was received here this morning announcing the death at El Paso, Texas, of Mr. Frank Calk, son of Mr. Elisha Calk, who went West la6t Enmmer with the hope of regaining his health. It is not known when the body will arrive. Negro Lynched at Lakeland. Jacksonville. iria., reD. 13.?jaae Wade, the negro who was arrested yesterday in Gainesville, accused of being the assailant of Miss Irma Newell at Lakeland, Fla., last Tuesday, was lynched today immediately following his identification by the young woman. A posse of 25 men took him from the train and carried him to the Newell home. Miss Newell said that there was no doubt that he was her assailant. He was hanged to a tree and his body was riddled with bullets. The Lyric. Mr. Rockefeller, the genialjand popular manager of the Lyric theatre in Columbia, is furnishing the theatre goers of Columbia the best attractions ever 6hown in the city at jgy price. The program the past weeinpfias oeen the best yet, and the crowds that crowd the building at each and every performance is an evidence of the immense popularity of this little theatre. If you need a pill take DeWitt's Little Early Risers. Insist on them; gentle, easy, pleasant, little liver pills. Sold by Kanfmann Drag, Co. Thief Gets Nearly $?,000. Milwaukee, Wis., Feb. 15.?Grabbing a hand satchel containing,' $3,800 belonging to a big department store, a thief today made his way out of the First National bank, east Water and Wisconsin streets, with the loot and escaped. The robbery wa3 committed while the attenton of a messenger boy for the department store was diverted for a moment. Notice. Debtors and Creditors. This is to notify all persons that they mnst file their claims, properly attested, nrrainat- nf Rdward A. Gard a^UXiJlOf VWVMVW _ ner, deceased, on or before the 1st day of April, 1901). and those indebted will make payment to the undersigned on or by above date. Elizabeth II. Gardner or John T. Seibles Attorney, 3wl8 \ Columbia, S. C. I KILL the COUGH | USP CURE the LUNGS j fDr. King's Slew Discovery ( I FOB C8Sgl,s jfflRU jAKP ALL THROAT AND LWG TROUBLES, j | GUARANTEED SATISFACTORY | OB, MONEY REFUNDED. g ! ? ? L. J. ROBBINS, Ref. D. Manufacturing Optician, 1641 Main Street, Colombia, S. C. The only exclusive optical house in Columbia. I grind all my glasses. I do only highclass work at reasonable prices. Beware of peddlers and fakirs. HBBHMi Good morning! Won't you come in and see our new style Low Shoes for Ladies'? The kind we sell at $2.00 you will find nicer, finer and better made than the kind you have been getting. Tan Kid, Tan Calf and Black Kid are the most popular this season. EHRLICH'S, f COLUMBIA, S. C. ! "RUBBER! RUBBER!" | - ? J V. Vvnf f a* < H I IttUU ?uu L1UU urctici iuulsv* Hii.j h way if yon would secure the best K bargains in medicinal rubber H goods of all kinds. Here you g will find a variety of ? HOT WATER BAGS, BULB and | FOUNTAIN SYRINGES, | as well as atomizers, nipples, and the usual line of rubber goods n handled by first-class druggists. | The qualities are guaranteed to be || 1 perfect, and the prices are lower jfl 1 m than yon will find elsewhere in ft a this neighborhood. *1 I THE KAUFMAN DRUG | I COMPANY, I | LEXINGTON, SOUTH CAR. | J AS WELL AS j large ones arv welcome here? j| you need not wait until your bus- !g in ess lias assumed great proportions before opening a Checking j Account, DO SO TO-DAY. j \Oar patrons regardless of the amount of business done, receive every courtesy in all matters of business entrusted to us?and there is nothing in safe banking we cannot perform. Talk it over i with our cashier. ' ______ CAROLINA NATIONAL BANK, COLUMBIA, S. C. I .. .... - " (" ; f Cut Prices On Stoves. j I HE VTING STOVES. COOK STOVES. RANGES. I Special Cook Stove No. 8, with J 16-inch oven at St 1.50 i?i j W. S. STEWART! I I 1526 Main St., I | Columbia, South Carolina. | BARGAINS | In order to mat * Spring Goods, w< ^jj* | heard-of Bargain o&b < ment of our store \ must go?and go s less of Cost, s When in Columb s our store your sh 1 Wm Platl J/ If llll imi JL 1804 Main Strial I Alfred J. Fox, | < ' , i Real Estate < > and Insurance, : j T i LEXINGTON, - S. C. I < h ( , ( ? J 194 acres near Saxe Gotha Mills | { 165 acres one mile from Lexing- , < ton depot; 75 acres cleared; young \ | orchard; creek runs through > < ^ place; fruit never fails. > 20 acres near Lexington. | 69 acres 4 miles from Steedman [ I { ?18 acres cleared. t < One lot in town of Lexington. > I j 60 acres within one mile of J { Arthnr, 2 acres open land. Plenty > < of water on the place. > | One lot on Main street of Lex- [ < ington; good building. > i One lot on Main street of Lex- > j ington; store building and ware- J { house. > < 80 acres 2 miles from Lexington > J Plenty water. Fruit never fails. > { 85 acres near Lexington. Good > < for truck. Fruit never fails. i | 250 acres 2} miles from South- j { ern railway. 60 acres open land. , < Fruit never fails. Good orchard > | on the place. Two buildings. [ < 25 resident lots in town of Lex- > < ington. > j Lot in Lexington with 3-room [ ( dwelling. > nnwM. milAc TI v t'j miiuo xavixji f | 9 acres open land. Plenty water. | < 95 acres, 25 acres open land > ( 35 acres round timber, 35 acres ? boxed timber, 2 4-room houses, [ j barn and stables. Church and > i school house within 2 miles of J place. | J 4 one-half acre lots on new > ( street to be called Fort Street. < One large lot, 6-room dwelling | J and barn on Main Street, Lex- > ( iugton. > < 100 acres, 30 acres open land, [ j dwelling and barn, church and > ( school within one mile, 5 miles > < from Gaston, 6 miles from Swan- [ J sea. > < 1 acre, 5-room dwelling just > < outside the incorporate limits of [ J Lexington. > i 3 acres, good dwelling near < Lexington. j j 6 lots on East Church Street, \ ! I waaa 11? 11?ii i wiiu IBWJ I i ! i iwi j I Write or call to see me I ?AT? i 1 THE ROME : IUTMHML BOX, ; | Lexington, S. C \ (THERE'S JUST NO GETTING I AWAY FROM FACTS. I When I stand square on both feet I v and ' ?". I am selling better '..i :or less money than yon I I ever paid before. I'm telling facts B ?and I can prove it. B Neighbor, don't buy a thing in the harness line 'till you get my I prices. Here are a few: ^ B Plow Collars at 30c. Plow Bridles at 75c. I $2.50 Leather Collars at.. .$1.50. LET'S HELP THE MULE | Jw ILSE W. MARTIN, I 3 1118 Plain St., Columbia, S. C. I AT PLAITS | :e room for new J Jkm e are offering im- > s in every depart- ^ * i. All winter goods > a|* at once regard- J ia be sure to make j lopping place. j * I & Sons, I ? ?BAA v 2 # I, COLUMBIA, ?.