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KEOWEE COURIER (ESTABLISHED 1840.) Published Every Wednesday Morning. Subscription, 81.00 l*er Annum. Advertising Rates Reasonable. -By STECK. SIII1I.OH & SCHRODER. Communications or a personal character charged for aa advertise ments. Obituary rotlces and tributes of respect, of not over ono hundred words, wll. be printed free of charge. All over that number must be paid for at the rate of one cent a word. Cash to accompany manuscript. WALHALLA, 8. C.: WEDNESDAY, JULY 1, loos. FIRST CAMPAIGN MEETING. The first meeting of the county candidates will be hold at Hunlcuutt's Bridge, next Saturday, July 4th. At night of the same date a meeting has been arranged for Newry. The candidates will doubtless be well re ceived by our people, and will all be given a respectful hearing. It Is characteristic of the people of this County that fair play shall be dealt to all In the game of politics, and In advance of the opening of the cam paign and the "firing of the first guns," we assure each and everyone of the gentlemen aspiring for office that he will be cordially received and respectfully heard at every meeting. The candidates should, and we be lieve will, show equal consideration for each other. There ls no reason for mud-silnglng, no justification for it, and we hope that the campaign of 1908 will be absolutely free from lt. The campaign Itinerary has been ar ranged for the purpose of giving an opportunity to all candidates to see and mee*, the people of the whole county, that they may have equal op portunity on the slump. Tho only way for the campaign to be entirely free from unpleasantness and mud slinging is for each candidate to steer clear of personalities-and If this ls done there will be no rup ture. There ls no room in a campaign for personalities-they have no place in the picture. The matter of politics is entirely public, and the man who injects personalities or private mat ters Into it proves himself unable to rise to a public sphere and unworthy of the trust of public, position. Let the 1908 campaign be con ducted on a high plane, NO AXE TO GHI ND. We have received a number of let ters recently from citizens In various parts of the county advocating cer tain candidates and soliciting cer tain men to run for various county offices. To those who have sent these letters to The Courier we can only say that we cannot publish them. It ls outside the province of a newspa per, in local affairs, to advocate one man or to disparage another. The candidates are well known to the people of the county- in many In stances better known, possibly, to the people than to us. Therefore we could not presume to advocate the candidacy of any man, nor can we act to tho contrary. Our only advice lo the voter is this: Vote for the best men in tho race for each of the offices. Act in this matter as you would in a pri vate business transaction. The elec tion arno- nts to nothing more or less than the employment of men by the body of citizens to servo them. If you were seeking an employee for a personal service, wi om would you seei<? Ask yoursell that question and vote accordingly. Weigh ability, competency, honesty, sobriety, just as you would were you looking for a man into whose hands you expected to entrust your business affairs; vote for the best man, as you conscience dictates. The result will not be far wrong, and the county's interests your Interests and ours-will not suffer. Further than th!-., we have no ad vice lo give no candidate to advo cate, and none to Ililli. We have no axe to grind, nor are we grinding axes for others. GROVER CLEVELAND DEAD. lu the death of Crover Cleveland, which occurred at the Ex-President's home at Princeton. N. J., last Wed nosday, one of the greatest men of the present times passed away, and his death ls mourned the whole coun try over. Mr. Cleveland's political career was one of constant rise. In early lite, not only thrown upon his own re sources, but left with the ?'are of oth ers resting upon him, he made his Btart. without any brilliant future mapped out. for him. Several times defeated in the race for minor offices, he was finally chosen as sheriff of his county, mayor of Buffalo, then Governor of New York, then Presi dent of tho United Stales. In each of these positions he served with marked fidelity to the people. His second term as President was one that brought out the real character of the man. Strong, fearless, un flinching, he met some of the gravest problems that have ever confronted this government, and solved them quickly and for the besfc Interests of the whole country. In the face of direct opposition from many of the great financiers, nnd in defiance of the leader? of his own party, he met one of the greatest financial crises, and brought the country safely out of panic and chaos Into prosperity. He was a leader of men, and the strongest opposition never daunted him, and success crowned his efforts. A man entirely human, his most arden! admirers could not claim for him perfection, and must admit his grave faults; and his most unsparing enemy is forced to admit that there was much of good to be found In him aside from bis sterling worth as a leader and thinker and diplomat. His dose watch over national affairs be fore, during and since his administra. Hons peculiarly fitted him to advise and counsel, and when he spoke his words promptly caught the public ear, aud his counsel and advice were sought. His death removed the only Ex President, and he will be greatly missed by the whole people. He stood, we believe, the greatest states man of his day. CAMPAIGN MEETINGS. State Officers. Sumter, Tuesday, July 7th. Manning. Wednesday, July 8th. Monk's Corner, Thursday, July 9. Georgetown, Friday, July 10th. Klngstree, Saturday, July 11th. Walhalla, Wednesday, Aug. 10th. Senator and Solicitor. Camden, Saturday, July 4th. Wlnnsboro. Monday, July 6th. Chester, Tuesday, July 7th. Yorkvllle, Wednesday, July 8th. Gaffney, Thursday, July 9th. Spartanburg, Friday, July 10th. Union, Saturday, July 11th. Walhalla, Tuesday, July 21st. Mr. Taft got a good night's rest In Washington last Saturday, so the pa pers report. This ls well. He will lose many a night's rest yet nursing the 'iaft boom through the colicky? stage before November. * * . * . In North Carolina for the past few weeks a very serious question has been how to get Kitchin in the Gu bernatorial chair for a couple of years. The question ls settled. In South Carolina, however, a more serious question has confronted every household-how to keep a cook In the kitchen for a couple of hours. This question is not settled. . * ? . . The teachers attending the summer school have all gone to their homes. We hope and believe that they spent a pleasant and profitable two weeks In our midst, and they will be most cordially welcomed by our citizens, in a body or as Individuals, at any and i?" times, lt was a pleasure to have m with us, and we are sorry that meir stay in Walhalla was not longer. J. PAUL STRIBLING'S VIEWS. Calls Attention to the Statutes Work for the Grand Jury. Richland, June JU.-Editors Keo wee Courier: Since my views as to th?' Clerk of Court's salary, his way Of getting it, etc., were asked for some time ago in your paper by C. G. Jaynes, I have talked with a num ber of leading citizens and consulted | au attorney as to the legal side of i this (tuestlon. and am ready to re port. Sections 611 and 612 of the' Revised Statutes of the State read as follows: "Section 611. Each county officer shall be required to purchase and keep in bis office, open to public in- j spectlon during office hours, a book, I In which shall be kept an Itemized i account of all moneys received by or ' due to him, whether received by him , or due to him as salary, fees or costs, or in any other manner, as pay to him for his services by virtue i of his office: Provided. That not hin? herein contained shall be construed j lo require any officer to demand the payment of his fees and costs In ad- I vance. At the close of each fiscal i year each county officer shall trans mit an itemized copy of said account, under oath, to the office of County ' Supervisor. I "Section 612. The County Super-' visor, in addition to other books kept in his office, shall keep a separate book, in which he shall enter upon his books the total amount of each account so furnished, opposite the name of the officer furnishing the said account, and file the account in his odie?? as other county records are kept: Provided, That the provisions of this section shall not apply *o the counties of Sumter, Lexington, Berkeley and Newberry." I think the above requirements as to officers will settle the question If they are obeyed strictly. I take lt for granted that any vote.- can get this Information as to what tho Clerk's office pays If he will call on the Clerk or the Supervisor for the record in this matter. I find Mr. Jaynes has called on the foreman or the grand jury to express himself along this line, and aa our Court will be In session next week I suggest that our grand Jury take tip this matter and make such reportas they deem proper. If lt is found that the Clerk's office pays near $3,000 I think it pays too much, and I suggest that our mem bers of the Legislature consider this report carefully, and if they find it pays too much, let them readjust the fees and moneys coming iuto this office so that there will be no overage. .This will be money saved to the tax payer and voter who pays these fees. I am heartily in favor of ou/Clerk of Court having ample pay for his services-such pay as wlfl always se cure for us the services of a compe tent man-but not extravagant pay. J. Paul Strlbllng. Should ltcmnin Fee Office. Richland, June 23.-Editors Keo wee Courier: In your in?u?j of a i? cent date I noticed an article by C. G. .las ncs in regard to the salary of tho Clerk's office in this county. Mr. Jaynes asks for an expression on the subject from several citizens, myself being among them. While I know that good salaries generally secure good men, If Mr. Jaynes ls correct as to this particular salary, I think it is too large and should be reduced, by reducing the fees, to about the figures he suggests. I think this should remain a fee office. J. J. Ballenger. Best the World Affords. "It gives me unbounded pleasure to recommend Bucklen's Arnica Salve," says J. W. Jenkins, of Chapel HUI, N. C. "I am convinced it's the best salve the world affords.. It cured a felon on my thumb, and it never fails to heal every sore, burn or wound to which it is applied." 25c. at all drug stores.. Buggies, Buggies ! "Wagons and Harness. All Kinds of Buggies. I have just bought one hundred Buggies from the High Point Buggy Co. and have secured the sole agency for Oconeo county. This ls one of the best Buggies made in the South, and I wish to say to the general public that I can sell you this Buggy at a low price for a Buggy of its class, as I have bought them in large lots and direct from factory, thus getting every possible advantage of prices and freight, so that I am in position to give you every advantage In price. I can also tako care of any who are not In posi tion to pay ali cash. I also carry other lines of Buggies. Surries, etc.; a complete line of Harness; also, a line of both two horse and one-horse Wagons; a few good Horses and Mules and some cheap ones. No trouble to show you. Call and see my line and be convinced. Yours truly, W. M. BROWN, Main Street, - - - Walhalla, s. C. GOODS AND PRICES GUARANTEED ! RE-ENROLLMENT AND REGIS TRATION NOTICE. The Books of Registration will he open at the Court House the 1st day July, 1908, and will continue open every day (Sundays excepted) through July and August for the pur pose of re-enrollment and registra tion of the voters of Oconee county. In addition to this the Board will appear one day or more in each township during the month of Sep tember for the same purpose; also to establish two new precincts. The dates of these appointments will be given through the papers later on. The law requires that, there shall be an enrollment of the voters every ten years from the year 1898. W. T. GRUBBS, Chairman of Board. June 24, 1908. CLEMSON AGRICULTURAL COL LEGE EXAM I NATIONS. The examination for the award of Scholarships In Clemson Agricultural College will be held In the County Court House on FRIDAY, JULY 3d, at 9 a. m. Applicants must fill out proper forms, to be secured from the County Superintendent of Education, before they will be allowed to stand the examinations. For detailed In formation apply to the Superinten dent of Education or to the President of Clemson College. Applicants for admission to the college, who are not seeking for the Scholarships, will also stand en trance examinations at the Court House on July 3d. The scholarships are worth $100 and free tuition. The next session of the college will open September 9, 1.? 08. For catalogues and Information apply to P. H. MELL, President, Clemson College, S. C COLLEGE OF UHARLESY?NT^ 1785 1908 Charleston, S. C. 121th Year Begins September 2."? Entrance examinations will bo held at the County Court House on FRI DAY, JULY 3, at 9 a. m. All can didates for admission can compete in September for vacar? Boyce Schol arships, which pay $100 a year. One free tuition scholarship to each coun ty ?n South Carolina. Board and furnished room in dormitory $11. Tuition $40. For catalogue address HARRISON RANDOLPH, 2 3-20 President. IRON BRIDGE TO LET. The Board of County Commission ers will let, to the lowest responsible bidder, or bidders, nt the bridge site, on TUESDAY, JULY 7th, 1908, at 10 o'clock a. m., the contract to build an iron brldgo over Little Uiver, at tho Morgan Bridge site. Board reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Successful bidder or bidders will be required to give bond In a sum double the amount of bid. Plans on Hie, in the office of the County Commissioners at Walhalla, S. C. Same wero made by A. I). McClain, Spartanburg, 8. C. D.'F. MCALISTER, supervisor. Address: Westminster, S. C. June 10, 1908. 24-27 SHERIFF'S SALE OF SENECA COT TON MILL STOCK. THE STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA, COUNTY OF OCONEE. Court of Common Pleas. R. T. Jaynes, as Guardian and Trus tee for the Estates of the Children of Mrs. Catharine H. Biemann, de ceased. Plaintiff, against Eleanor B. Jordan, as Executrix and Louis M. Jordan, as Exqcutor, of the last Will and Testament of Lambert W. Jordan, deceased, De fendants, By virtue of levy under an execu tion to me directed in the above en titled action, I will sell to the high est bidder, at public auction, In front of Walhalla Court House door, on MONDAY, the 6th day of JULY, 1908, within the legal hours of sale, One Hundred and Twenty-five Shares of the Capital Stook of Seneca Cot ton Mills, belonging to the Estate of L. W. Jordan, deceased, as follows, to wit: common Stock, One Hundred and Twenty-five Shures of the par value of One Hundred Dollars per Share. Terms: CASH. W. M. KAY, Sheriff Oconee County, S. C. June 16, 1908.-25-27 _ SUMMONS FOR RELIEF. THE STATE OF SOU1 il CAROLINA, County of Oconee. Court of Common Pleas. Reua Reid, Owen Reid, Henry Reid, and others, heirs-at-law of Seek Reid, deceased, and Lina Williams, a minor above the age of fourteen years, by J. B. S. Dendy, Guardian ad Litern, Plaintiffs, against B. A. Bentley, as Administrator of the Estate of Seek Reid, deceased, and his Bondsmen the United States Fidelity and Guaranty Com pany of Baltimore, Maryland, De fendants.-Summons t ir Relief. (Complaint Served.) To the Defendants Above Named: You are hereby summoned and re quired to answer the complaint in this action, of which a copy is here with served upon you, and to serve a copy of your answer to the said com plaint on the subscriber, at his office, on the Public Square, at Walhalla Court House, South Carolina, within twenty days after *ae service ' ereof, exclusive of the day of such service; and if you fall to answer the com plaint within the time aforesaid, the Plaintiffs in this action will apply to the Court for the relief derna: ded in the complaint. Dated this 16th day of June, 1908. Walhalla. S. C. ROB T. A. THOMPSON, 25-30 Plaintiffs' Attorney. NOTICE TO DEBTORS AND CRED ITORS.-All persons indebted to th? Estate of J. S. Vandiver, deceased, are hereby notified to make payment to the undersigned, aad all persons having claims against said estate will present the sam. duly attested with in the time prescribed by law or be barred. C. M. WALKER, Administrator. Westminster, S. C. 24-27 J / im A LARGE AND COMPLETE White Dress Linens and Lawns, Fancy Muslins, Silk Waistings in new Plaids and Stripes, J? Swiss and Cambric Embroideries, Torchon Laces and Gauze Vest, J* Ladies' and Chil dren's Low Cut Shoes, newest styles in Patent Leathers and Tans. J* Men's and Boys' Light Weight Choth ing. J* Most of this entire Stock must be moved within fail to examine our stock and prices and see what we have to offer you. J* Buggies, Wagons, Harness, Sash, Doors, Blinds, Lime and Cement, J* Paints and Oils at lowest prices. the next 30 days, J* DO not W. P. NIMMONS, SENECA, S. C. j Are You Building? { If you contemplate Building a HOME, BARN, or doing any Repair Work it means "DOLLARS" saved for you by getting in touch with us. WE ARE HEADQUARTERS FOR WINDOWS, DOORS, PLINDS, PAINTS, LEAD AND OIL, LIME AND CEMENT. Just Received One Car (400) Kegs Wire and Cut Nails. Send or Bring us Specifications for your "BUILDING MATERIAL." WE FURNISH OTHERS THROUGHOUT THE COUNTIES. WE CAN FURNISH YOU IF YOU WILL ONLY GIVE US A TRIAL. OUR PRICES AKE RIGHT. We have a Car of Stoves, the "GOOD KIND" WE ARE OFFERING CHEAP. Don't miss seeing them when in Town. MATHESON HARDWARE CO, WESTMINSTER, M. tm GO TO' Carter Hardware Co., -F OR Ice Cream Freezers, Hammocks, Screen Doors and Windows, Base Ball Goods, Fishing Tackle, Bicycles and Repairs, Doors, Sash and Blinds, Paints, Oils and Varnish, Enamel-ware, Tit?ware, Galvanized Goods, Ranges, Oil and Cooking Stoves, Garden and Farm ing Tools. CARTER HARDWARE COMPANY.