Historical Newspapers of South Carolina

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s ^ , Our big Rea ment to the foi : ranged when w I I I " I ORDER BY rswcn. and scissors. r 1 *"^ ffiyside Notes Gathered Here and There by a Dispatch Man. Miss Leora Hook, the charming daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John W. Hook, of Irmo, was the guest of Miss Iceoline Harman for several daj s last week. Dr. E. P. Derrick has returned from Johns Hopkins Hospital, where he took a post graduate course. All kind of fruit is very scarce in these diggings, and the blackberry crop is over. But the always plentiful goose behry has made its appearance. GO-FLY keeps flies of horses and 25e and 50c at all drug f stores. 40 Dr. George B. Cromer, of Newberry, spoke to large and appreciative congregations at Salem church on Sunday morning and in Luther chapel, Leesville, Sunday night. He speaks here on Saturday. The picnic at Mr. Geo. A. Ejrminer's spring on Thursday was aa entire success. A very large crowd whs in attendance, which is an evidence that these gatherings are becoming more popular every year. WANTED?A few loads of pine (stove) wood on subscription to The Dispatch. Apply at this office. WANTED?Second-hand bags and ; . burlaps; any kind; and quantity, anywhere. Richmond Bag Co.,' Richmond, , 46 Mr. and Mrs.. Robert Rivers, formerly of thi9 county, but now of Newberry, were here on Monday. Every man in the county who expects to vote in the election on the 17th of August, should be at the big rally on Saturday. Everybody wants information and you'll get it at the rally. Have your name, business and address printed on 100 each note heads and envelopes for $1.00, at the Dispatch Job Office. Misses Meredith Mailer and Mae Meetze, two beaurifnl young ladies of Columbia, were the guests of their aunt, Mrs. Thos. H. Canghman, last WW*. Mr. B. Heber Barre, the popolar young lumber man, has purchased a handsome Maxwell runabout. There are now more than twenty automobiles in the county. A fresh line of groceries arriving every day at the old reliable grocer's, H. M. Wingard. The prices will please you. Miss Lillian Nicholson and Miss Danovant, two Edgefield belles, were charming visitors at Barre's picnic. Miss Rosa Bell Wessinger, of New Brookland, was an attractive yisitor at Barre's picnic. Mrs. Sarah R. Shnler. of Batesburg, was an admired visitor at Barre's picnic on Thursday. Misses Elise and Edna Bates, two'of Batesburg's most popularyonng ladies, were at Barre's picnic on'Thursday. Reader, have you paid for your paper? If not, why not? Remember we need the monev. There has been a considerable come out in the cotton crop in this county during the last week, but the yield will be far bt low'last year. Miss Hattie Bess Cullum, was one . of the attractive young women from Batesburg at the picnic at Barre's. A big revival meeting i9 being conducted at the colored A. M. E. church in this place by the pastor, Rev. A. J. C. Johnson. WANTED to bay well settled farm. Give full particulars to avoid correspondence, time short. When and who can show place. Address 235 hurch St., Sumter, S. C. Miss Ellen Lorick, the charming daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wallace E. Lorick, of Irmo, is the guest of her aunt, Mrs. A. M. Harroan. Miss Lina Belle Wolfe, of Columbia, is visiting relatives here. M*j. and Mrs. John Wilson Butler have returned from a delightful visit t) Atlanta. Mrs. Wright, a handsome young woman of Atlanta, is visiting tier latner, Maj. John Wilson Butler. The county board of commissioners were in session Monday transacting regular routine woik. Don't forget that Justus Wingard will furnish the best barbecue of the season at his place, three miie9 from Lexington, on Saturday, the 14th of August. GRAND TEMPI The following j Laurens; M. L. "will begin at 11 o / .. -*- ? . flHHBEl rflrifHMKgMflBBlBWttM WiilW Vl Hrffln'ig MERCHA rranging Sale is now ( o o irtn floor is being offe e move into the large . L. r MAIL wmmmmammmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm Miss Caro Eflrd, who has b9en ill with fever for several days, i9 very much improved. Messrs. C. S. Rauch, Tho9. P. Meetze and F, E. Dreher are expected to return from Hot Springs, Ark., ! the latter part of this week. There will be several able speakers at Edmund on the 14th to tell you ! why you should vote for prohibition. /Why not go out and listen? The heaviest rain of the season fell here on Monday afternoon. It wa9 needed, however, and crops are said to be improviug. Mr. W. L. Rawl, of Batesburg, one of the most prominent and successful lumber men in thi9 section of the State, was here on Friday. Mr. Chas. Be Harman, president of the Augusta Lumber Co., spent a few days with hi9 parents, Col. and Mrs. MD, Herman last week. You will get a good dinner at Edmund on the 14th, rain or shine. The LcLUlC 1? U^4ii5 v;vvci^u wuu V* fort will be made to make the day a pleasant one for everybody. Everybody in Lexington is delighted to lefirn that little Miss Sadie Mae Redd, who has been desperately ill for two weeks, i9 now on the high road to recovery, Mr. J. Frank Wingard left yesterday for Asheville, N. C., to spend several days. Mr. Quincy E. Canghman, one of Lexington's most popular R. F. D. carriers, is taking his vacation, and his place is being very acceptably filled by his brother. Mr. W. P. Roof, the popular merchant, banker and cotton mill president has returned from a business trip to New York. Mrs. O. D. Garvin and little son, of Wagener, have returned home after a week's visit to Mrs. Garvin's mother, Mrs. Eddie George. Miss Kezie Ruth George, one Lexington's charming and most popular young ladies, has returned from a pleasant visit to friends in the Boiling Springs section. The many friends of Mrs. Amanda Leaphart will be pained to learn that she is confined to her bed with sickness. Mrs. George S. Drafts and Miss Mae Boozer have returned from a delightful sojourn at Hendersonville, N. C. Mr. Alfred J. Fox, the popular cashier of the Home National Bank, is spending his vacation in Asheville. Bennie Hartnan is the happiest man in rown. ?ne ooys are caning mm "daddy." The new arrival came yesterday morning, and will be on hand to cast his vote in the coming election. Good typewriter for sale at half value. Lewie Hall. The many friends of Mr. Bob Leaphart will regret to learn that he has been confined to his home for several days with sickness. Mrs. C. C. Derrick and children, of Williamstonj are the guests of Dr. and Mrs. P. H. Shealy. If you want a good barbecue dinner you should attend Reeder Brothers 'cue at Edmund on August 14th. They promise you a good dinner at from 25 to 35 cents. ? Fins Flour Hill. Mr. E. J. George's flour mill has been running night and, day for the past several weeks. ThiB mill has the reputation of turning out a very high product of flour, and the people come for many miles. | Mr. George has already ground a | solid car of wheat for the State of \ South Carolina, the wheat having been ! grown on the State farms. The wagons come from Aiken, Saluda, Lexington, Richland and Fairfield counties. There is no better flour mill in the State than Laurel Falls, operated by that veteran miller, Mr. Erby J. I George. Adorned With Crspe. | The dispensary door in this town i was adorned with a large piece of : crepe yesterday morning. | . ? Excursion to Charleston. Delightful tiiree day excursion to Charleston August lith. $3.00 from Laurens, $2.75 from Clinton, $2.50 from Newberry, ?2.0C from Columbia, with equally low rates from other points. Tickets good returning special and ' regular trains to noon Fridav, August ? 13th. IMBBBHMMMtaMISMMMMHBHHBHM ERANCERALLY gentlemen will maj Smith, of Camde clock. N D I S E A )n and is a pronounce :red at sacrificing prio annex. This is your VII M N / FARMERS MEETINGJ Much Business Transacted at Meeting of State Union in Columbia. Columbia, July 29.?There was considerable important business transacted at the meeting of the State Farmers' Union to-day. Discussion was commenced as to the support of Clemson college, which had been referred tq a special committee some months ago. After some remarks by Mr. Allan Johnstone, the chairman of the board of trustees, the report of the committee, which sustained the tag tax of 25 cents per ton on fertilizer, was submitted. Commissioner McMaster in a letter called attention to the work he had done with insurance companies, urging investment in lands in South Carolina. The following officers were elected: A. J. A. Perrit, Lamar; vice president, E. W. Dabbs, Mayesviile; secretary and treasurer, J. W. Reid, Columbia; chaplain, W. E. Bodie, Wards^ conductor, W. E. Hopkins, Hopkins; door keeper, A. F. Calvert, Hodges; ser geant at arms, W. P. Caskey, Lau- I rens; delegate to National Convention, B. Harris, and the following executive committee, represent 3d by districts in the order named; L. C. Padgett, Smoaks; W. R. Parks, Parksville; J. B. Douthit, Pendleton; 0. P. Goodwin, Laurens; N. F. Nisbett, Lancaster; J. H. Lambert, Marion; B. F. Keller, Cameron. ' IMPORTANT RESOLUTIONS. Columbia, July 30.?At the last session of the State Farmers' Union two very important resolutions were adopted. Both of the resolutions were introduced by Dr. J. H. Price, one being: "That the executive committee be instructed to appoint a vigilant legislation committee, whose duty it shall be to appear before the committees of the Legislature to advocate any measure which would, in their judgment be to the interest of the agricultural classes and to oppose any measure detrimental to same." The other w as: 4 'That a committee of three be appointed to meet and formulate plans for financing the cotfrnn f>rnn " thA nnmmittflrt hpin^ an thorized to confer with any capitalist looking to perfecting these pians. This last met with some opposition, but it was finally carried by a large majority. At 12 o'clock the Convention adjourned without a day. No time and place was set for the next annual meeting, as this matter is in the h^nd9 of the executive committee. Greenville County extended an invitation. Big; Bally Saturday. An opportunity will be afforded the people of the county next Saturday to hear three of the finest speakers in the country at the temperance rally to be held in the court house. Dr. Gpo. R. Oromer. of Newberrv: Hon. C. C. Featherstone, of Laurens, and Hon. M. L. Smith, of Camden, are the speakers. Men, woman and ? children are invited. It matters not ^ whether you are a dispensaryite or prohibitionist, these speakers will entertain you and all who fail to hear them will miss a treat. t The meeting is not being held for t prohibitionists alone; everybody is t welcome, and it goes without saying j that a large crowd will avail them- ( selves of this opportunity. It is ex- i peeted that people will be here from 1 every section of the county. Nothing 1 like it will be held again soon. Let i the ladies come and bring their family f and friends with them. g AT LEXINGTOE Ire addresses* Gen Mb \/ W VM W ^ IV W W ? ^ w n. Special accom T A SACRIFICE d success. Every piece of merchandise es. The o-oods must be sold. Our sto o chance, come and buy cheaply. V UC H & C( COLU i Sand or Hills Have No Terrors for THEBRU The ear for the doctor, the mail man or for pleasure. The car that every time. Write us for catalogi scription, free for the asking. GRECORY-CONDER I AGENTS FOR SOUTH CAROL 1113-1115 Hampton Avenue ... % Everything in 't i'troa??? HahU f*?SI 4a oaa wu i imi bv 9vv our line and get our prices before you buy, we can save Wl .you money. CAUQHMAN UULU IVIdIA, Dr. Ridgell Speaks Scholarships Awarded. To Larsro Audience. ? County Superintendent of Educa Dr. E. C. Ridgell spoke to a large tj()n j\[art.jn has received notice fron md appreciative audience at the Lap- ?{ie (Unison authorities that Mr. Wii;ist church on the subject of prohibi- . jar(j rpindal Kyzer, son of ex-Count} ;ion on Sunday night. Dr. Kid gel i is j gUpei?intendent of Education J. E. 1*. i member of the House from this J }^N-Zer. and Mr. George Earle Trick, jounty and is one of the most earnest 0f Chapin, were the lucky ones in tht itt,-} ninnao^ rr i 1 .i H r?n i af" 111 t r> Q t" n to .. .it. n iuu ... , (jienison examinations neici nere a le^w ivery one present was pleased with ? weeks The wintltrop scholarlis address, and it Roes without say- , ghip hag uot m bee? heart, fn)m ngthat lie made many new friends - The applicant for the College of Charor himself awl for the cause he has , r , . , . - , . lesron scholarship iailea to nas*. 10 long worked for. i l?IJ??iMiiiiwiiwiHiaiiiiiMniin iiriiMiii^MarrrioiiimwTrTrr-iiifrnrTTrTifTnr-nr?mr-ffrnrTnrrrmff i COURT HOUSE, SATURDAY n ht 1 n ri 1.15. uromer, 01 i\ewDerry; vy. vy. odations for ladies. Everybody i i v * FM S ya ? i from the basere will be rear >. iMBIA, S. C. I ttie Little BRIM > 1 ^ u f ISH ? man, the business ? ; delivers the goods ne giving full de MULE CO. .INA. Columbia, S. C Buggies BROS. - s. c. Returned, to New Torfc. m j Mr. Ed. D. George, who holds a lu1 j crative position with the Dravo Coni tracting Co., at Forest Glen, N. Y,, , | has returned after a visit to his moth| er, Mrs. D. L. George. He was^ac| companied by Mrs. George and little | daughter, who have been spending j several weeks with Mrs. George's | parents. Supervisor and Mrs. L. J. j Langford, and Mr. and Mrs. David R. | George, of Gainesville, Ga. i i, AUGUST 7th. Featlierstone, of. * nvited. Speaking