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KEOWEE COURIER (ESTABLISHED 1840.) Published Every Wednesday Morning. Subscription, $1.00 Per. Annum. Advertising Hates Reasonable. -By STECK. SI1EI/OK & SCHRODER. Communications of a personal ebaracter charged for as advertise ments. Obituary notices and tributes of respect, of not over one hundred words, will be printed free ot charge. All over that number must be paid for at the rate of ono cent a word. Cash to accompany manuscript. WA Ul A I il, A, S. O.: WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 1008. HERE, THERE AND YONDER. Bill's elected. Hurrah for Bill! We just knew he would be. . * . . . "Smile,-you!" There will be Other elections and more opportu nities to contribute. * . * . * If lt were lett to settle the matter by the old saw, "Every man for him self and the devil take the hinder most," WHERE WOULD WE BE AT ? ***** Well, since tho Democratic party has lost again, lt ls consoling to know that, though we would have enjoyed prosperity moro under Democratic rule, still we will have prosperity lu spite o? the Republican party. ***** President Roosevelt has Issued his proclamation Betting aside Thursday, November 26th, as a day of thanks giving and rest, lils long proclama tion Indicates that, since he ls still thc Chief Executive, ho firmly be lieves the country has much to be thankful for. "Georgia cannot hereafter be counted in w.th tho Solid South." nays Tom Watson. "1 don't expect to be President; I don't expect to carry Georgia; but I do expect to put Geor gia hereafter forever In tho doubt ful column." If Mr. Watson should succeed in carrying out his purpose, what has ho gained? If he has boen in the frying pan, what does he ex pect to gain by getting Into tho fire? Yet wo still believe that Georgia Is ;i greater State than Watson Is a man. Georgia will hereafter be found, as heretofore, counted with the "Solid South." We direct special attention to Mr. Bryan's great lecture, "Tho Prince of Peace," which ls published in full In Tho ('ourler this week. It ls a long article, it is true, but every line con tains something t liait is the part of a great and fundamental truth. It Is wortb the time of every Christian to read, and receive therefrom strength; it would be well for every skeptic to read lt carefully and ponder lt well, for in lt is argumeut and persuasive thought that must tend to spread light. In dark places. For beauty of thought and soundness of argument it commends itself to us as a master piece. _ Shorter Hours in Shops. Augusta, Nov. 1.-Beginning with to-day there went into effect gene rally among the men in the Georgia Railroad shops an eight hour sched ule. This n ff ot es a largo number of men. None of tho men aro being laid off and this plan was adopted in order to keep up a full force. Policeman Shoots Burglar. i ;r. cm ?ii,-, Nov. 3.-Policeman H Rector shot and almost instantly kill ed a negro at the Southern depot Sun day morning .mom 9.20 o'clock. The negro was resisting arrest and had attempted to stab the officer, cutting bis coat In several places. The negro's name was Manning, and ho was want ed on a charge of burglary. Mrs. William Astor Dead. Now York. Oct. 31. - Mrs. William Astor, who for thirty years has boen regarded as a social leader In New York, died last night of heart disease at her home in Fifth avenue. For nearly four weeks Mrs. Astor, who was 82 years of ago, had been criti cally ill. Twenty-Six Held for Night Hiding. Little Rock, Ark., Nov. 3.-Twen ty-six men In Cralghoad county, ar rested for night riding, have been held for the grand jury in bonds of $800. A special session of court coil' venes on November Otb to try the ?ases. Mad l>og Bit Seven. Hartwell. Ga.. Nov. 3.-Three of the children of Janies Ed. Vickery were Ditton liv a mad dog Saturday .ifternoon. The sanie dog bil .lack Stewart and three of his children. Vbe ?log was killed and his head sent lo Atlanta for investigation. Spartan burg Veteran Dead. Spnrtanburg, Oct. 31.- J. l\ Mul linnx, aged t'?8 years, died yesterday morning at I o'clock at his home, corner South Church and Broad ...neets, after an Illness of several 'lays. Mr. Mullina* served through ' Ve' Ch il war as a member of the Palmotto Sharpshooters, anti was ono of the most highly esteemed citizens of Spartanburg county. Costly Hallowe'en Fire. Belton, Texas, Nov. 2. -Fire start ed by Hallowe'en roystorers late Sat urday night totally destroyed the Belter, compress and 10.OOO bales of v ot ton. The loss will exceed $250, O00, hieb is covered by Insurance. Twen.y residences were damaged by vbe lire and water, and seventeen loaded freight cars burned, which will increase the total by $10,000. FACTS FROM FAIR PLAY. Sad Doutta of Mrs. Colo-Brilliant Hallowe'en Party-Personals. Fair Play, Nov. 2.-Special: One Of the most brilliant social events of the seasou was the Hallowe'en party given by Miss Anna Marett oti Sat urday evening, October 31st, in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Leath ers and Mr. and Mrs. Miles Davis, both newly marbled couples. Fully 100 Hallowe'en post cards were sent out several days prior to the party, upon which the most comical invita tions were written, viz.: "Your spirit ls requested to be present at the an nual convention of ghosts to be held this year at the home of Miss Anna Marett on Hallowe'en eve. "Come prepared to hear your doom, and wear mask and pillowslip. All who come unmasked will pay a line. "Mr. and Mrs. Sam Leathers. "Mr. and Mrs. Miles Davis." About sixty people responded to those unique Invitations, the majority of whom constituted tho young Indies of Miss Anna's Phllathea class and tho young men of Mrs. W. L. Dobbs' Baruca class. At an early hour the doors of this brilliantly lighted home were thr?wn open, admitting a throng of closely maskod people, who assembled in the halls up and down stairs, In the parlor, "making night hideous" with their chattering voices, each one vying with the other as to "who was who" and making all sorts of gestures, disguising themselves al most beyond recognition. The three witches, Impersonated by Mrs. W. L. Dobbs, Miss Anna Marett and Mrs. K. W. Marett, were closely gowned In dark black costumes, wearing black funnel shaped caps and black mas ques-horrido looking creatures nuiking one feel that ho had sudden ly fallen into Purgatory itself. The parlor was lovely lu Its deco rations of trailing Ivy, which hung in festoons around the entire ceiling, making a striking contrast with the white moire papered walls. Weird looking black cats adorned the rooms and seemed to look down upon the assemblage In a most grue some manner. From every nook and corner large yellow pumpkins, light ed with candles, shed a soft, mellow light over tho masquerade. Upstairs was a veritable forest; the floors were covered with nature's own car pet made of autumn leaves. In a remote corner, and In a typical In dian wigwam, sat Miss Dollie Kuox ' as an Indian fortune teller. By her I side stood little Miss Pauline Marett I In a snow-white costume with silver trimmings, representing a little fairy. In her hand she held a snowy wand. Many sought the abode of Madame Fortune Teller, eager to hear their doom, which she lost no time In telling by the cards which lay In lier hand. On their way the thirsty travelers refreshed them selves at tho "spring," where cool ing draughts of locust beer-"not ? water"-was handed out by a little "imp" in the person of C. D. Marett. This was artistically arranged in one corner of tho hall, upstairs, under a I large tree of autumn leaves, (iourds were used for holding the beer. Wil lie Whitworth acted his part well as clown, and the little Imp furnished untold fun for the crowd. Upon the parlor floor all were seated, and when the signal was given for the masks to be removed, roar? of laughter ascended through the house and far out Into the beau tiful moonlight night. Dainty re freshments were served, consisting of the following menu: Resurrected from the Past-Sand wiches. Seeds of Evil-Baked cored ap ples. Liquid Fire-Black coffee with whipped cream. Devils' and Angels' Food-Devil and angel cake. ?t a late hours the guests reluct antly departed, each bidding the fair young hostess good-night, with many thanks for her gracious hospitality. We were glad to see the genial face of Auditor (Jrubbs, of Walhalla, at the Hallowe'en party Saturday night; also Mrs. K. W. Marett and Miss Ethel Marett, of Westminster. Miss Cordelia Bearden visited homefolks at Oakway the week-end. Allen lt. Marett and Dr. J. R. Hel ler are attending court at Walhalla this week. Quite a crowd attended the "Lec ture on Woodcraft" at the academy on Saturday night. The many friends of Larkin Cole and family deeply sympathize with them In the sud death of Mrs. Cole, which occurred at their home near Townvillo last Thursday. Mrs. Cole was almost entirely blind, and in at tempting to kindle a fire In some way her clothing became ignited and before help could reach her she was burned so badly that death soon relieved her most intense sufferings. A good woman has gone to her re ward. Miss Dollie Knox ls visiting her sister, Mrs. D. H. Harries. School at this place opened up fairly well on October 26th, with Prof. H. H. Bronson, of Orangeburg, as principal, and Miss Cordelia Bear den, assistant. Both teachers come to us highly recommended and we bespeak a liberal patronage and a hearty support. F. B. W. What Would Von Do ? In ease of a burn or scald what would you do to relieve the pain? Such injuries are liable to occur in any family and everyone should be prepared for them. Chamberlain's Salve applied on a soft clotli will re lieve tlie pain almost Instantly, and unless thc Injury ls a very severe one, will cause the parts to heal without leaving a scar. For sale by Dr. J. W. Bell, Walhalla; W. J. Lunney, Seneca. Snow at Cashier's. (A'- 'erson Mall, Nov. 2.) Hon. John K. Hood, who has Just returned from a short stay at Cash ier's Valley, N. C., about 35 miles beyond Walhalla, says tho lato sum mer visitors and the residents of the resort were treated to a novel scene last Thursday when a flurry of snow began to fall. Tue flakes carno down thick and fast for a time, but the ground was too warm, and the snow melted. WASHINGTON HOYS CHOSEN, j Hcndngway and Webb Puss exami nation as Revenue Service Cadets. (Washington Star.) Two Washington boys, H. G. Hem ingway of 2 S I street, northeast, and J. K. Webb, of 1117 S. street, north west, were among nine who success fully passed the recent examination for appointment as cadets in the revenue cutter service and who will be sent to thu school of Instruction at Arundel Cove, i . ar Baltimore, to complete the course required pre paratory to receiving commissions in the service. Hemingway stands first among the successful candidates. Webb is sixth. The examination for cadetships in the revenue cutter service was held in various cities throughout the country in tho latter part of last Au gust. It was only this week that the board having the examination of the papers In hand completed Its task and announced the names of those who had won tho coveted honor. Other successful candidates are Wm. C. Gardner, ot Philadelphia; R. L. Lucas, New V rk etty; C. E. Anselt. Easton, Pa.; R. E. Messer smlth, Fleetwood, Pa.; F. E. Nich ols, of Michigan; A. G. Rudd, New York city, F. A. Zscheuschler, Balti more. These men during the next few days will receive their appointments as cadets. Orders to report at the school of instruction at Arundel Cove will be sent them at the same time. After completing a three-year course of study they will be appoint ed third lieutenants In the service and will be embarked on their ca reers. It will be Interesting to people of Oconee county to know that M>r. Webb ls a son of Mrs. L. R. Webb, of Washington, D. C., she being a daughter of Capt. and Mrs. Jas. T. Reid who reside on Keowee river. Mr. Webb is now eighteen years of age. He was born in this county, at Capt. Reid's home, and spent several months the past year with his grand parents. Mrs. Webb moved to Wash ington fifteen years ago, taking her young son with her. He ls now fi feet 6 si aches tall, weighs 150 pounds and was the smallest of the competitors In the examination. We congratulate our young friend on his success. A Sure-Enough Knocker. J. C. Goodwin, of Reldsvllle, N. C.. j says: "Bucklen's Arnica Salve ls a sure-enough knocker for ulcers. A ' bad one came on my leg last summer. I but that wonderful salve knocked lt lout In a few rounds. Not even a ; scar remained." Guaranteed for i piles, sores, burus, etc. 25c. at all I drug stores. Help for Aged Ministers. ! We are requested by Miss Shelor, \ State Leader of the International Sunshine Society, to announce that one of her sunshiners, Mrs. E. D. Wells. Leed's, S. C., wife of Rev. E. i D.Weils, of the Baptist church, paints j lovely post cards and sells them to I help the aged ministers' fund of her church. You send $1 to Mrs. Wells, I sell the cards she sends, return her I fifty cents and give the rest to aged ministers' fund. Mrs. Wells helps "shut-ins" In the same way. SPECIAL SHOE SALE AT NORMAN'S. Closing out a lot of Wo men's Shoes at $1 per pair, worth $1.50. Mon's and Children's Shoos also at equal reduc tion. Bargains in all kinds of goods. Don't miss a good oppor tunity. NORMAN COMPANY, WALHALLA, S. C. MILLINERY ! My lino of Millinery is of the latest. I go to market several times during season and koop in touch with the latest styles. This enables PIC to keep in touch also with any bargains that may bo offered in the markets. Wo fool sure we can mako it to your interest tosco our lino before you buy. R. CALLOWAY <& CO. Westminster, S. C. OVEMBER SPECIAL Just in from Factory. Big lot of LADIES' and MISSES* COAT SUITS. The very Latest Things from New York. If you will come at once we can fit you. O Millinery, Millinery. By all means sec our Millinery. We have thej very best assortment and our prices are the lowest that can be named considering style and workmanship. We are more thanjanx ious to please you. Ladies5 and Misses1 Coat Suits and Skirts. We will have in by express this week another lot of Ladies' Coat Suits. Our line is grand and the way we are selling them is wonderful. If you want a Suit, Skirt or Coat better not buy until you see ours. Just received 100 Cloaks that we will close out at 60c. on the $1. This is a bargain right. Dress Goods. Our line is complete in every way. We have all the new weaves in Shadows, Stripes, Browns, Blues, Reds, and also all the newest things in Silks, SPECIAL FOR THIS WEEK. One case of Flannelettes, vorth 10c, only 7 l-2c. One case of Blue Cheviot, worth and bringing J 0c, only 7c. Don't miss this. One case of Outing, black and white only, worth 10c. everywhere ; we are putting them on the table at 5c, and you had better come quick. Men's, Boy's and Children's Clothing. We have the greatest bargains in Clothing ever shown in Seneca. We are selling those new Brown Suits that are bringing $16.50 on the market, for $11.50. Our $8.50 Suits are worth and bringing $12,50 else where. We can fit you in anything up to a 48. Our line of Young Men's Suits are beautifully tailored and very swell. Others get $ 15 for what we are selling for $ 10. In Boys' Two-Piece Suits our line is great. From $1,50 to $7.50 you can get your boy a suit here that will please you both. Pants.~NOW LOOK-Pants. Did any one say Pants ? Well, we've got them. Won ders will never cease. We don't understand ourselves how we bought them so cheap. They are half-price and less, beau tifully tailored, elegant goods-nothing cheap about them but the price. We have all sizes. Shoes, Shoes, Shoes. Patrician for Ladies. Crossett's and Hamilton Brown for everybody. You can't make a mistake here if you tried. Furniture. If you want a Suit of Furniture we have it, If you want a Rocker or Set of Dining Chairs. Table or Bedstead, Iron or Oak, or a Mattress or Chiffonier, Book Case orJWriting Desk, Dining Table, Folding Lounge or anything kept in a first-class Furniture Store, we have it, and will sell cheaper than you can get it anywhere else, We have the goods and the prices. Can't you do the rest ? ADAMS Seneca, S. G.