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I PENCIL AND SCISSORS. . \ Don't forget when yon come to town to call and pay for your paper. We need the <4mon." T. C. Callison, Esq., spent Sunday with friends at Johnston. 666 cures Chills and Fever; it acts on the liver better than Calomel. 36 Crops are growing fast, the fine showers being especially favorable to all young vegetation. FOR SALE?Homes in and around Johnston, ask for list. Y. May, Johnston, S. C. Mr. O. B. Lafitte, of Ridge Spring, the well known and popular monument salesman, was in town Saturday. To get your dollar's worth, go to P. M. Prick's, Chapin, S. 0., the next 30 days. His prices w ill astonish you. ? Our market is being furnished with plenty of home-grown vegetables, strawberries, etc. Yon can now buy goods at rock bottom prices at ^ - P. M. Prick's, Chapin, S. C. WANTED AT ONCE?A few bushels of peas on subscription. Apply at the Dispatch Office. Mr. John T. Kaminer is announced as a'candidate for County supervisor in this issue. Mr. Kaminer is a successful farmer and a clever citizen. The Live-Wire Clothing System is now introduced at P. M. Frick's store, Chapin, S. C. Call and get you a new suit. The latest and newest out. Mr. J. S. Wessinger, president of the Bank of Chapin, and a leading merchant of that progressive town, was here Monday. ' EGGS FOR SALE?Barred Plymouth Rock eggs for hatching, and a few 1?oolo AtvtVIv rrninlr to iv/i ociiiv/* ? Rice B. Harman. Mr. L, Bennett Prick, a hustling farmer of the Dutch Fork and a hightoned gentleman, gave as a pleasant call Monday. BIG BARGAIN?The Miles Mdl tract, containing 1063 acres with town site, and fino clays, ask about it. Y. May, Johnston, S. C. Use Eagle Thistle Soda and take advantage of Special Offer on a *set of Sterling Silver plated Rogers & Brother Teaspoons. \ It was a pleasure indeed to see our good friend, Mr. J. F. Honeycutt, of Cbapin, in attendance upon the county convention Monday. Mr. Honeycuttis the popular and efficient cashier of the Bank of Ohapin, and makes friends whorATAr he erven. i 5-. , ? * ' ' ? fl^B \ ^^^B ^R RR^H ^^b ' H V MM ? 8BB ^^B ^Bm BR MB EBB I Thrifty Glance belo^ Kg are at all times lo 1 interests also. T M Some Bare Specii H Yon 9hould visit our Mill ? special prices will prevail h 99 all hats, trimmed anduntri: rag thi9 a record-breaking seaso Wm be an inducement there is r Be done. We are turning out g? from onr own work room? i H goods. LINGERIE HATS H lovely display of fine Line H women and children. One H wear Sailors. All new sty! | and browns. Regular $1.21 f Children's Under we We have continued this sa children's underwear, all g different lots on second floe 25c and oOc. the garment. New Midd These are fresh arrivals of i ings in the popular and a1 Prices 50c., $1.00, $1.25, $2 Mil I L. W. Wise, president of the Bank of Pelion, was in town Monday. Mr. Wi9e is a member of the county registration board. Hogs Wanted?We are in the market for hogs and will pay the best prices. George & Wingard, Lexington Depot. Mrs. J. W. Dykes, of Tampa, Fla., is on an extended visit to her parents, Col. and Mrs. M. D. Harman. Dr. R. H. Timmerman, of Batesburg, a leading physician of that town and a mer tber of the board of trustees of Clemson Callege, wa9 among the prominent men nere Monday. WANTED?To buy hogs. Highest prices paid. See us. George & Wingard, Lexington Depot. Mr. G. A. Guignard, one of the best financiers in the State, came up from Brookland on Monday to attend the comity convention and the meeting of the live stock association. FOR SALE?One fine Milch Cow with calf, six weeks old. Will sell cheap to quick buyer. I. A. LINDLER. 27p Lex. Route 2. Prof. Chalmers E. Wessinger has returned to Lexington, his school at Inman having closed on last Friday. Prof. Wessing8r is one of the be9t young educators in the State. RUB-MY-TISM will cure you. Price 25c. 86 Sheriff Sim J. Miller is announced as a candidate for election by the people to the office he now holds. Mr. Miller is serving out the unexpired term of P. H. Corley, and is generally known and popular. Send in your subscriptions for the Home and Farm as soon as posible. Only 25c now; regular price 50c. Time expires May 30th. Mr. Samuel B. George, general manager of the Citizens Telephone Co., Mr. J. Luther Smith, general manager of the Pond Branch Telephone Co., Mr. H. Kinder Roof and Master Samuel George spent Wednesday in Sumter. POTATO PLANTS or Draws?Early varieties'direct from Florida. Call, write or phone. The Kaufmann Drug Co. Capfc. R. L. Shuler's friends have announced him as .a candidate for reelection to the House- "Bob" ie a clever fellow and has been a faithful member of the lower house for two years. . ; * > ' \ Hf BBI m H % save r at some of the splendid vali oking out for our customer'* his is the PEOPLE S STORE als in Millinery. Bargains i: linery department. Very ere for all this week on These goods a mined. We desire to make hams, trimme n and if low prices will tons antf pipe 10 doubt that it will be si.75 Dresses i arge quantities of hats $2.50 Dresses i as well as the imported ?3 50 Dresses >?Do not fail to see this gerie headgear for both ^ t lot of Ladies' ready-to- There is no w ea, whites, blacks, blues much solid co > values special at 98c each, attractive as j ar Sale Continued. w?e h*ve , attractively ci le one week longer. All qq ;arment8, placed in four >r and offered at 10c., 15c., A Every one a li y Blouses med in fine Ll ;he season's newest offer- Dresses hav< tractive Middy Blouses. Prices from.. .00, $2.50. House Dressei VINAU ?? 11 Jt0HICsas!aB m | Alterative What is a "tonic''? A medicine that increases the J strength or the tone of the whole system. What is an "alterative"? A medicine that alters or changes un- j I healthy action to healthy | action. Name the best "tonic and alterative"? Ayer's Sari saparilla, the only Sarsapa| rillaentirely free from alcohol, j Ask your doctor about it. Bilious attacks, sick-headaches, indigestion, constipation, dizzy spells?these are some of the results of an inactive liver. Ask your doctor if he endorses Ayer's Pills in these cases. The dose is small, one pill at bedtime. 1 Made by the J. C. AYEB. CO., Lowell, Mass. FISHING TACKLE-Have vOU seen I our new line of fishing tackle, emI bracing hooks, lines, bobs, nets, canes, | etc? We have everything to make your fishing trip successful. The Bazaar. The condition of Mrs. Frank W. Shaaly, who has been desperately ill for the last four months, is now very grave indeed. She is receiving every attention thatloving hands and skilled nurses caD bestow, and it is the sincere wish of all that she may soon be restored to her family whom she loves so well. Col. John Bell Towill, of Batesburg, is a candidate for the House of Representatives, his* announcement appearing in this issue. Col. Towill is well and favorably known in every portion of the county, he having been elected a member of the House some years ago by a large vote. In this issue Mr. Hollie L. Harman announces himself for the position of county superintendent of education. Mr. Harman is a graduate of Newberry College of the class of 1908, since which time he has been engaged in -teaching. He comes from the Fork and is a young man of sterling character, i _ Farms For Sale. In the Ridge section, ask about them, Y. May, Johnston, S. C. i> at You That Maki \ jes enumerated for this wee $ interests, and of course by , Where rich and poor, black a Misses' Ginghams and Chami T\ oray l/resses. re made of French mercerized Ging- ' d in embroidery, with lovely pearl butd in solid colors, at the following prices: at .. .$1,35 ?2.25 Dresses at.. .$1.75 at .. .?1.98 ?3.00 Dresses at.. .62.49 at...?2.89 ?5.00 Dresses at.. .?4.25 ew Kimona Shipment , arm weather garment that gives so ; mfort and at the same time looks so < i neat stylish and well made Kimona. < ;hing from 25c the garment, made of Dlored lawns up to the finest silk at i 1 few Lingerie Dresses : ittle beauty. They are variously trim ace9 and Ribbons, and no handsomer ' 3 ever been brought into this store. ?10 00 to ?35.00 3 at priceb rauging from.. .?1.00 to ?3.50 uno COLUMBIA, ; All Unc Mrs. E. G. Wingard on Friday purchased the stock of goode of her deceased husband, H. M. Wingard, for $4,175. Mrs. Wingard will continue the business for the pveasent at least. Poor appetite is a sare sign of impaired digestion. A few doses of Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tabletwill strengthen your digestion and ims prove your appetite, xnousanoa nave been benefited by taking these Tablets. Sold by All Dealers. Mr. Sam'l. B. George, president of the Home National lank and general manager of the Citizens Telephone Co., is able to be out again after having been confined to his home by illness for several days. Mr, George had intended going to Macou with the Veterans, but had to give up his trip on account of illness. There never was a time when people appreciated the real merits of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy more that now. This is shown by the increase in sales and voluntary testimonials from persons who have been cured by it. If you or your children are troubled with a cough or cola give it a trial and become acquainted with its good na lities. For sale by All Dealers. Mr. James Caughman, who for two terms has been elected by the people to the position of County Commissioner, is announced as a candidate for me uuuce ui vj iut( Caughman is a man of sound business judgment, a successful farmer, and is well known all ove: the county. If it is nice fresh, candies, cakes or crackers, always go to the Bazaar > where you find the best. Mr. Frank B. Hartley, who has just been promoted to the position of Assistant Station Master of the Southern railway at Tampa, Fla., is visiting his parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. L. Hartley at the depot. Frank is making good, as most Lexington boys do. Mr. A. D. Martin is in the race for re-election to the position of County Superintendent of Education, as will be seen by reference to the announcement column. Mr. Martin is a capable young man and has many friends who will stand by him this summer. Fine Merchandise. Messers. Stallings & Armstrong, the enteiprising merchants at Brookland, have a magnificent stock of dry goods, notions, millinery, clothing, shoes, hats, furniture, jtc., and their prices aie always the lowest. Be sure and call to see the ji?they will do the rest Make is a Man j s k and see if it is not easy t pursuing this policy we are ; and white, mingle in one c Eoys' Wash Suits Specials at price.) 93*? for 23 goods; ?1, Suits, and $1.69 for $2.00 and $2.30 Suit .ine of Boys' Serge and Fancy Worsted ? ?rbnckers, Norfolk and double-breasted < Our Special Shirt Sal Will continue this week in our Men's C Dartment. American Lady Corse ?1.00 Corsets at jl 50 Corsets at ?2.00 Corsets ?3.00 and $3 50 Corsets at New Tailord Shirtwais Or more popular known simply as Ladies ;he rage this season. They have the regi n sleeves, regular Shirt styles, in plain li Ladies' puTe White Jap Shirts for Standard Shirtwaists, all styles and t: from $: Linen Skirts Prices fron DEPT 3a Ca lei* One I PROCLAMATION. V Whereas there is to be held in Columbia, the capital of South Carolina, from January 27th to February <Sth, 1913, a great National Agricultural Exposition, under the auspices of the National Corn Association, and whereas at that time there will be visitors to South Carolina from all sections cf the country, men and women who are concerned as to the adoption of advanced methods in agriculture and as to the general development of the country along all lines, and Whereas it is the general desire of the people of South Carolina that + r\f /->nr> V1 neliinrl friprifla who i UIJ UJC V/l DUi aiuui V/Vt ****><? ?.?w have left this Scate to make their homes in other portions of the country should be invited and urged to return for a visit on the occasion of this grea National Agricultural Exposition. Therefore do I, mayor of the town of Lexington, hereby call upon all our people to write their relatives and friends of South Carolina birth and parentage, now residing in other States, and direct their attention to this home coming event, and further do I by this proclamation request that those of our people having relatives and friends of South Carolina birth and parentage living in other States do send the names and addresses of these relatives and friends to the National Corn Association, Columbia, S. C., in order that they may be kept duly informed as to the plans and scope of the said exposition and as to the railroad rates and other arrangements for t.v :t occasion. Given under my Hand and seal tnis 1st day of Mav, 1912. SAM P. ROOF, Mayor. WINTHROP COLLEGE Scholarship and Entrance Examination The examination for the award of vacant scholarship in Winthrop College and for the admission of new students will be held at the county court house, on Friday, July 5, at 9 a. m Applicants mu9t be not less than fifteen years of age. When Scholarships are vacant after July 5 they will be awarded to those making the highest average at the examination, provided they meet the conditions governing the award. Applicants for scholarships 9honld write to President Johnson before the examination for scholarship examination blanks. Scholarships are worth $100 and free tuition. The next session will open September 18, 1912. For further information and catalogue, address, PRES. D. B. JOHNSON, 35 Rock Hill, S. OJ or Woma I :o SAVE money by trading a at the same time best con: onstant throng to save the a' | Silk Hosi ,10 for ?1.501A Genuine 50c Silk Hose a s. Also full SI <>0 Silk Hose for suits, Knick- 50 Dozen Lace Hose, regul "oat9. Gloves! GIot ? _ 16-button $1.25 Silk Gloves Jothing De- Embroid'd Silk Gloves, 16Chamoisette's at 25c. and 5 ts 16-button Chamoi9 Gloves ; 09c q-i 98c ^ Oneloc Ladies Tan and I and ?1.50, all sizes. Your c Big lot Misses Oxfords, all . Bani ' Shhts, all jyien?s Banister high shoes ilarly sowed- g^yies, at men at ?1.25. ?2.00 Linen Coat J rimmings at These are slightly off in s 2 .00 to ?5.00. soiled, but look at the prie ?5.00 Suits at ?1 . 98c to $2 98 10.00 Suits at 4 . STO Roof." I Saved! I p "I refused to be operated 11 II on, the morning I heard || l| about Cardui," writes Mrs. |l| ggj Elmer Sickler, of Terre j|| || Haute, Ind. "I tried Car- lii || dui, and it helped me ||| B greatly. Now, 1 do my own gSj washing and ironing." g| The Woman's Tonic < ICardui is a mild, tonic B remedy, purely vegetable, B and acts in a natural man- B ner on the delicate, woman- B ly constitution, building B up strength, and toning up B the nerves. In the past 50 H j years, Cardui has helped B I more than a million women. B You are urged to try it, Egg because we are sure that i| 5+ Tirili A r\ trnil 1 HI Apple Trees Affected. The apple trees in the orchards of this section are affected with the "blight," which is proving very destructive. The limbs are dying in many places and the young frnit is falling off. New Registration Board. 4, Clerk of Court Frank W. Shealy on Monday turned over the registration- j books to the new board recently ap- ; pointed by Governor Blease. The new board is composed of Messrs. L. W. j Wise, of Pelion; J. Holly Shealy, of Ohapin, and Manly P. George, of Lex- j ington. ' Many certificates were issued by the board during the day. I 1 * t this store. We 11 A serving our own ? a Imighty dollar. w , i Specials mi V ar o'Jc values for... 25c 91 res! Gloves! H I button all shades $1.50, $2 gg M 0c. and a 16 button at T5c M J1 ? n-i-fnrrla vcmrth SI.95 I Jldta VAlViv*^J " v I H leathers at ?1.30 ? * ?5.50 and $0.00 values, lit- \ I 8 Juit Specials I j ityles and some are a littlo iM fl .98 | $7.50 Suits at... .?3.49 H .9S | 20 to ?25 Suits at 9.89 H ret f