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* AIKEN, S. C., AUGUST 19, 1892. LOCAL. BREVITIES. has re- has she returned has been on his yester- tbe will Mr. W. W. Muckenfuss turned from the North. Mr and'Mrs Samuel J. Ellison lost their infant on Sunday last. Mr. R. W. McCreary has gone to the North on a trip o f a couple of weeks duration. Miss Videau Legare from the North, where spending a few weeks. Mr. J. C. Hutson started rounds through the county tey, insuring gin houses. On next Monday afternoon at Y. M. C. A. hail Haskell Jordan lead the boy’s meeting. The Highland Park Hotel is oeing repainted. The coloring is bright ca* nary, with white trimmings. Messrs. I. N. Eubanks and J. Cal Courtney, candidates for the Legisla ture, were in Aiken on Wednesday. A party of ladies and gentlemen will leave Aiken in a few days to spend a couple of weeks on Sullivan’s Island. It is said that Mr and Mrs Hitch cock and Miss Eustis expect to bring a large party of friends down to Ai ken this coming season. The regular meeting of the. World’s Fair Club will be held on Tuesday afternoon next at 5 o’clock, at the res idence of Mrs. E. C. Legare. Divine services will be conducted in the Baptist Church on Sunday morning and evening by the Rev. E. A. McDowell, of Camden, S. C. The first bale of new cotton re ceived in Augusta this season was sold at the Cotton Exchange there on Friday, the 12th, at 9 cents per peund. Mr. Emil Ludekens, now of Roches ter, N. Y., but formerly of Aiken, was married on Wednesday, the 17th, to Miss Julia Schweighart, of the for mer city. Miss Jennie Lou Browne of Aiken has won one of the ten Peabody scholarships, in the Normal College at Nashville, awarded to this State this year. Mr. Henry W. Schroder had an un commonly tall corn stalk exhibiteding it on the streets on Monday. It was 15 feet high, and was grown in his vege table garden. A fine game of base-ball was played at Ridge Spring on Monday afternoon between the Graniteville and Ridge Spring teams. Graniteville won by a score of 8 to 3. The Rev. J. C. Oehler and family are expected back to-day, from Ashe ville, and the resumption of regular services may be expected in the Pres byterian Church ou Sunday. Every Sunday afternoon at the Y. M. C. A. hall there is a short prayer meeting held, commencing at 7 o’clock and lasting one hour. All men and boys are cordially invited to attend. Mr. P. J. Berckmans, the horticul turist and landscape gardener, of Au gusta, was over in Aiken ou Monday, to examine the land for the public cemetery, with a view to laying it out properly. Mr J. L. McLauren, who has been living ou Mr W. H. Chafee’s farm near Aiken, died in Lancaster on Sunday last. He had been ill for a long time, and was sent home about a week previous. Chas. Carroll Simms, Esq., a candi date for Solicitor of the Second Cir cuit, was in Aiken on Tuesday and Wednesday. Mr. Simms is a lawyer of undoubted talent, and would make an efficient official. Messrs. Wessels Bros, have re ceived the silver badges for the mem bers of Camp Barnard E. Bee Con federate Veterans, and the members of the camp are reouested to call for them. The cost is $1.00 each. Mrs. Henrietta Campbell, widow of Mr. John A. Campbell, died at the residence of her nephew, Dr. P. H. Eve, in Beech Island, on the 10th iust., in the. 69th year of her age Her remains were carried to Atlanta for interment. Mr. B. P. Chatfield’s corn crop on the ground around the Highland Park Hotel is worthy of inspection. Many of the stalks are fourteen feet or more high, and bearing large well filled ears. The average yield will not fall short of 50 bushels to the acre. Mr. C. F. Kohlruss is completing, in bis marble yard at the corner of Ellison and Washington Street, Au gusta, a beautiful statue of a Confede rate soldier for the Confederate mon ument in Greenville, 8. C. It is a handsome thing, well worth inspec tion. We beg to acknowledge the receipt of an invitation from Messrs. Jas. H. Fanning, R. L. Miller, G. L. Hutson, and G. S. Williamson, committee, to attend a State campaign meeting at Springfield, on the 25th inst., and will be glad to avail ourselves of it if practicable. Mr. Pettyjohn, proprietor of the Ar lington in Augusta, has sold his dairy from two miles from Hamburg in this State to Mr. E L. Johnston, of the Grassdale Dairy Company, for $6,000. Besides a dairy Mr. Johnston says he will run a fancy stock farm on his new place. Palmetto Rifles’ Picnic. The annual picnic and ball of the Palmetto Rifies at the Scheutzenplatz on Wednesday were most successful affairs. The members of the company were disappointed at the nonarrival of some members of the other com panies of the regiment that were ex pected, but there were many guests from the neighboring towns, and some from Augusta. The day and afternoon were spent in dancing, promenading, &c, with a cessation at about two o’clock for an excellent and very abundant dinner, which was served in good style, and greatly enjoyed by all present. In the evening the ball was opened and attended by a good many who had been unable to attend the picnic during the day. Dancing was kept up until the small hours, and under the efficient management of the floor committee gave much pleasure to par ticipants and spectators. Meeting at Y’auclase. The campaign meeting at Vaucluse on Wednesday night would have been creditable to Donnybrook Fair, and was of character such as delights an Irishman. The meeting was duly called to order, but never gave much heed to the call. The audience was about equally divided in political sen timent, and from the start each side seemed determined to howl down the speakers of the other. Messrs. D. S Henderson, O. C. Jordan, and J. M Cobb each made speeches, and Mr J. G. Evans attempted to speak but was constantly interrupted, anc finally a fight took place in the crowd, and Mr. Hicks Redd was cut by some unknown person. This broke'up the meeting. Convenient Memorandum Book. Mr. George W. Croft’s new house on York Street is so near completion that his family will remove into it in a few days, to enable Mr. J. C. Hut son to get possession of his old cot tage. Mr. Hutson has bought this cottage and will remove it to a lot that he has bought on the corner of Fairfield Street and South Boundary Avenue. Mr. Griffith, of Augusta, is the contractor, and is already here getting arrangements completed to remove the building. There was an attempt made to break out of jail on Saturday night, by a couple of jail birds, Charley Prescott and Charley Williams, both negroes, who are incarcerated under charge of being implicated in robbing and setting fire to Dr. B. H. Teague’s barn in Aiken. Jailer Weeks over heard them at work during the night, and just before daylight Sunday morning went to their ceil and found that they had wrenched off a piece of iron from the door hinge, and with it had nearly worked their way out. They were at once removed to anoth er cell. The Georgia sleepers now running on the “Old Reliable” South Carolina Railway, between Charleston and At lanta, and the only line in and out of Charleston giving this service, have been recently through the shops of the Georgia Railroad at Augusta and received a general overhauling. These sleepers are comfortable and commo dious, and do not have upper berths as other sleepers, which are objected to by some people in warm weather. They leave Charleston daily at 5:30 p. m.. arriving in Atlanta at 6:30 next morning, returning leave Atlan ta at 11:15 p. m. and arrive at Charles- (oq fit 1:15 p. m. We have received from Messrs Davison & Fargo, cotton factors and commission merchants of Augusta Ga., one of the most conveniently ar ranged pocket memorandum books that we have seen. In the middle of the book there is found a tabulated statement of the cotton crops of the Jnited States since 1841, and also the lighest and lowest prices of middling cotton in New York since the same year. Death of Mr. J. M. Venning. Mr. J. Murrell Venning died at his residence in Aiken on Monday morn ing, after a long|illness. His funeral services were conducted at the Mill- brook church on Tuesday, and be was interred in the adjoining cemetery. His death was particularly sad. Only recently married, he was doing well and seemingly had the promise of a happy and successful life before him. He was a young man held in high es teem by all who knew him. Dwelling Burned. The dwelling of Mr. D. S. Page, in Beech Island, was destroyed by fire on Saturday. The fire was discov ered a little after eight o’clok, but it then had so much headway that it was impossible to subdue it. It is supposed to have originated from a spark which caught some rubbish in the garret. The loss is estimated at $2,500 with $1,000 insurance. Bucklen’s Arnica Salve. The best salve in the world for cuts, bruises, sores, ulcers, salt rheum, fe ver sores, tetter, chapped hands, chil blains, corns, and all skin eruptions, and positively cures piles, or no pay required. It is guaranteed to give perfect satisfaction, or money refund ed. Price 25 cents per box. For sale by W. J. Platt. Summer Goods Must Go. As the season is growing old for White Goods and Summer Goods, and we will soon begin to buy Winter Goods, and our motto is not to carry any* over; and in order to get them out we have put them at such prices as to make you purchase, and keep until another session. Our ^tock is still complete on Summer good. Yours respectfully. • J. U. Rives & Co. Spring 1S02. As usual we have prepared for your inspection and selection a superb ar ray of Fashionable Clothing for Gen tlemen, Boys and Children’s wear; also Shoes, Hats, Trunks, Valises, Travelling Bags, Shirts, Drawers, Collars, Cuffs, Suspenders, Neck Ties, Scarfs, Handkerchiefs, Umbrellas, and all such goods as are usually kept in a First-Class Clothing, Shoe and Hat Store. We solicit an inspection by all of our friends when in want of goods in our line. Respectfully, C. K. HENDERSON, Aiken, S. C. Free Eye Tests. If j T our eyes trouble you or you nave headache, or any nervous affec tion, go and see Prof. Whitman when you visit Augusta, and have your eyes tested and ascertain if your trouble arises from defective vision. A CARD. Having been informed that there are many ladies who say that they have asked us to change their old style trunks to the roller-tray, and that we have refused to accommo date them, we beg to say that we would like .very much to oblige them, but we cannot make the change with credit to ourselves, the roller-tray trunks being made in every way su perior to the ordinary' trunk. Very respectfully, H. W. Rountree & Bro., Richmond, Va. Several weeks ago a Barnwell dis patch told of the arrest of Dr, Geo. R. C. Todd of that town upon a grave criminal charge. We are glad to ‘learn that a thorough investigation has since been had which fully exon erated him, and that the grand jury, finding “no ground for the prosecu tion,” threw the case out of court. ENROLL YOURSELY r ES. Aiken Contral When Baby was sick, we gave her Castoria. When she was a Child, she cried for Castoria. When she became Miss, she clung to Castoria. When she had Children, she gave them Castoria. ftfcElree’s lA/Sne of Cardul and THEDFORD’S BLACK-ORAUCHT are 'or sale by the following merchants in Aiken County: Dr. W. J. Platt, Aiken, W. C. Page, Beech Island, Dr. J. F. Baker, Langley, J. A. Stothart, Graniteville, Peter Parker, Vaucluse, Hankinson & Eubanks, Talatah, Emanuel Gunter, Kitchings’ Mill. To the Democrats of Club. Notice is hereby given that it is im portant that each and every member will make personal requests of the undersigned and ascertain if the names are enrolled as members; as it is necessary to entitle you to vote In the primary election ou August 30th The registry list will be closed on Au gust 25th, and no names will be re ceived after that date. Applicants unknown will be required to satisfy the demands ef the president as to their Democracy. Geo. W. E. Thorpe, President. N. K. Jones, Secretary. Aiken, S. C., Aug. 1, 1892. PRONOUNCED HOPELESS YET SAVED From a letter written by Mrs. Ada E Hurd, of Groton, S. D., we quote: Was taken with a bad cold, which settled on my Lungs, cough set in fi nally terminated in Consumption Four doctors gave me up, saying could live but a short time. I gave my self up to my Saviour, determined if I could not stay with my friends on earth, I would meet my absent ones above. My husband was advised to get Dr. King’s New Discovery for Consumption, Coughs and Coid. I gave it a trial, took took in all, eight bottles; it has cured me, and thank God I am now a well and hearty wo man.” Trial bottle free at W. J. Platt drugstore, regular size, 50c. and $1.00. GOOD LOOKS. Good looks are more than skin deep, depending upon a healthy condition of all the vital organs. If the Liver be inactive, you have a Billious Look, if your stomach be disordered you have a Dyspeptic Look and if your Kindeys be affected you have a Pinched Look. Secure good health and you will have good looks. Elec tric Bitters is the great alterative and Tonic acts directly on these vital or gans. Cures Pimples, Blotches, Boils and gives a good complexion. Sold at W. J. Platt’s drugstore, 50c. per bottle. Drink Augusta Brewing Company’s Beer. It is pure and wholesome. In case of fire a wet silk handker- chif, tied without folding over the face, is a complete security against suffocating by smoke; it permits free breathing, and at the same time ex cludes the smoke from the lungs. Nancy Hanks broke the trotting record on Wednesday at Washington Park, Chicago, making a mile in 2:07^4', beating the records heretofore made bv Maud S. of 2:8%, and Suuol of 2:08% It is stated that Senator M. C. But ler has returned to his home in Edge- field and would at once begin to look about him in that county. Senator Butler’s popularity and influence among his own people will doubtless accomplish great good in that county and result in a good Sheppard victory there. Mrs. Bouknight, of Edgefield, died Saturday night in Columbia, after a lingering illness. Mrs. Bouknight was a widow, and the mother of sev eral prominent men of Edgefield county by that name. She was eigh ty years of age. She leaves three sons. The remains were taken home for in terment. DIED. At his residence at Aiken, S. C., Monday, Aug. 15, 1892, J. MURRELL VENNING. It is with feelings of deep est regret that we make the above sad announcement to the many personal and com mercial friends of our late Salesman. During his connection with our House we had am ple # opportunity to learn much of his character, and we bear cheerful testimony to the sterling qualities of his mind and generous dis position of his heart. As a salesman he was en ergetic ; as a friend he was honest and faithful; as a husband, son rfnd brother he was devoted and tender. Yerv Respectfully, HAHN & CO. Aiken, S. C., Aug. 17, ’92. Announcements. For tie State CooventiOD. SHEPPARD DELEGATES. D. S. Henderson, Aiken. Jas. A. Gunter, Wtgener. J. H. Quattlebaum Chinquapin. Jas. G. Bonnett, Windsor. F. H. Cook, Montmoreuci. J. L. Quinby, Gregj. H. D. Johnson, Sleepy Hollow. Geo. R. Landrum, Beech Island. TILLMAN DELEGATES. A. J. McElmurray, Hammond. J. E. Timmerman, Shiw. O. L. Weeks, Windsoi. B. F. Sorgie, Graniteville. E. B. Tyler, Millbrook. A. L. Sawyer, Rocky Grove. F. E. Sommer, Aiken. T. S. Williams, Wardi. Bridge to Let. Office County Commissioners.? Aiktu, S. C., August 1, 1892. f N OTICE is hereby given that on Tuesday, August 23d, at 12 o’clock m., I will let to the lowest re sponsible bidder, the contract for the building of a bridge over Shaw’s Creek, at a point known as New bridge, which is below Gibson’s bridge. Plans and specifications will be exhibited on the day of letting. GEO. W. SAWYER, Chairman Board Co. Com’rs A. C. August 3-3t C. H. LUDEKENS, JR., NOTARY PUBLIC, AIKEN, S. C. Collections and all business will re ceive prompt attention. REGISTRATION NOTICE. I WILL be in Aiken on the First Monday in each month for the purpose of transacting any business connected with the office of Supeivi- sor of Registration. Office in M. B. Woodward’s office, Croft’s Block. 8. A. WOODWARD, Supervisor of Registration. PEARS. E XTRA FINE FOR PRESERV- ing, of the Keiffer variety. HENRY SMITH. For Congross. I beg to announce mjself a candi date for the Democratic nomination for the 53d Congress fron the Second Congressional District, and respect- fullv solich the suppor; of such of my fellow-citizens as have confidence in my ability and determination to uphold the dignity of the State and the rights of the people. ROBERT ALDRICH. I respectfully announee myself a candidate for nomination to Congress in the Second District, subject to the Democratic primaries. G. D. TILLMAN. For the Semte. The many friends of the Hon. John Gary Evans in Windsor Democratic Club, feeling the ability with which he has served us in the Legislature, do hereby announce him as a candi date for the Senate, subject to the action of the primary election, and pledge him to abide the result. MANY FRIENDS. The many friends ol James M. Cobb, of Silverton, take pleasure in announcing him as a candidate for the State Senate. We pledge him to abide the result of the primary and to support the nominees of the party. is For the Legislature. Mr. J. Cal Courtney, of Tabernacle, hereby nominated to the Demo crats of Aiken County for the House of Representatives, and pledged to abide the result of the primary. A faithful servant of the people, he has faithfully discharged every trust com mitted to him. MANY DEMOCRATS. The many friends of A. L. Sawyer, sq., ol Rocky Grove Township, take pleasure in announcing him as a cau- didatefor the House of Representa tives. We pledge him to abide the result of the primary and to support the nominees of the Democratic party. The name of I. IS^|7ubanks, of Sleepy Hollow, is pr^Bnted to the ! democracy of Aiken CWanty for the iouse of Representatiwi, As a life- ong Democrat and a f^tner, he is a representative man of the best type. We pledge him to stand “by the action of the primary. Many Voters. For Solicitor. To the Democrats of the Second Cir cuit: I respectfully anuoun a candidate for the offl itor, subject to all the ru lations governing the primaries. W. S. Til myself as of Solic- and regu- )emocratic tNGHAST. The many friends of Cj ps. Carroll Simms, Esq., of Barn^Tll County, recognizing his ability a lawyer and honesty as a man, hereby an nounce him a candidate for Solicitor of this Circuit. This is the first time Mr. Si.nms has ever allowed his name to go before the peoplfelfHany office; and he will be pleasea^jR meet the citizens ol Aiken County and address them at any time or place suggested during the campaign. We pledge him to abide the result of the Demo cratic primaries, and to support the nominees of that party. Friends. For Sheriff. To the Voters of Aiken (jlounty: I hereby announce myself a candi date for the office of Sheriff, and re spectfully solicit your support. I pledge myself to abide the result of the primary election. OWEN ALDERMAN. For Clerk of Court. The friends of Mr. John N. Han kinson beg leave to announce him as a candidate for Clerk of Court for Aiken County. He has proved a good officer, assiduous in his attention to his duties, and will abide the re sult of the Democratic primary. For County Treasurer. The many friends of Me Mitchell present his name to the voters of Ai ken County as a candidate for re- election to the office of County Treas urer. He has served one term in the office and has proved a faithful and painstaking official, guarding the trusts committed to him with care and fidelity. We pledge him to abide the result of the primary election. I herewith announce myself a can didate for Countv Treasurer, subject to the Democratic primary. F. W. WESSELS. For County Commissioner At the solicitation of many friends I hereby announce myself as a candi date for re-election to the office of County Commissioner. I pledge myself to abide the result of the Democratic primary’. GEO. W. SAWYER. For School Commissioner. The friends of Mr. B. F. Landrum, of Shaw’s Township, take pleasure in announcing him as a candidate for School Commissioner, subject to the Democratic primary. Sherman & Brinson, MANUFACTURERS OF AND DEALERS IN SASH, DOORS, BLINDS, MOULDINGS, YELLOW PINE LUMB -AND- BUILDERS’ HARDWARE. Cor. Mckinne and Walker Sts., - - - - AUGUSTA, GA. ES^We are now receiving large consignments of Lumber, and solicit the patronage of contractors and the public generally. CSF’Estimates cheerfully submitted. No order too small for PROMPT ATTENTION. THE FENCE OF THE FUTURE. Aiken County Hedge and Wire Fence Company S E HOLLEY, President. .'■•wJrL/ ■ I: F. YV. WESSELS, Secretary. vy- DIRECTORS. S. E. HOLLEY, .TNG. T. GASTON, ;F kl I. C. GEORGE, 'C: J. V. GEORGE. hedge: Com pc Are now prepared to build Hedge and Wire Fencing. It is the best fence for all purposes, being absolutely stock and storm proof. Has been thoroughly tested and foil nd to be the most economical fence extant. For prices, circulars and information, call ou or address S. E. HOLLEY, or F. W. WESSELS, Aiken, S. C. HANAN & SON’S SHOES. L. BRADWELL would announce to his customers and the public gen erally that he has a full line and FRESH STOCK of the celebrated HANAN & SON’S SHOES on hand, and would beg you to remember that none are genuine without the trade mark on the bottom, and the name Hanan woven in the straps of the shoes. Come to see us when you want a pair of nice new fresh goods. L. BRADYVELL. MONEY TO LEND. I am now prepared to negotiate Loans on approved Town and County Property. BUILDERS’ MATERIALS. GIN HOUSE INSURANCE. I represent a first-class Fire Insu rance Co. that writes Gin House In surance for me during the coming season. AUGUSTA, GEORGIA. MANUFACTURERS OF BRICK, Will Fill Orders Promptly for Lime, Cement, Plaster, Hair, READY ROOFING, WINDSOR AN. PLASTER. FIRE BRICK AND FIRE CLAY, COM MON BUILDING BRICK AND PRESS BRICK. COTTAGE TO RENT. A desirable six-room Cottage, new ly completed, large Lot and Garden, Well of Water and Out-buildings. Will be rented to good tenant at low rate. J. C. HUTSON, Ins. and Real Estate Ag’t, AIKEX, S. C. ONLY THE BEST COMPANIES. LOW PRICES! GOOD GOODS! H. BUSCH & CO. Are selling Outings, Challies, Muslins, Ginghams, White Goods, Black Satins, at very Reasonable Prices. A LWAYS consider quality and kinds when you examine goods. There are so many duplicates of staple goods that imitations are often classed for the real. Men’s, Youths’, Hoys’, Ladies’ and Children’s Straw Hats are reduced and g<>i iii: very fast. Untrimmed Straws for ladies|to throw about or wear in the sun, at 10 cents and 15 cents each. Tennis Slices and Slippers! Misses’and Children’s Slippers at cost. Base Balls and Bats! Incur GROCERY DEPARTMENT we have Staple Goods in season, Crockery, Glassware and Fruit Jars and Jelly Tumblers, at popular pricee. Best Elgin Creamery Butter always on hand. Remember our advertisement and call on us'when investigating pur chases. Your patronage solicited. H. BUSCH & CO , Park Avenue, Aiken, S. C. CATTLE AND SHEEP. w*; a 4^' l LIFE—The Washington of N. Y. FIRE—The Pennsylvanian of Phila. The Orient of Hartford. ACCIDENT—The .Etna of Hartford. COMMISSION. F. A. Ferris & Co., New York. Thos. Roberts & Co., Philadelphia. Rodd Bros. & Co,, New Orleans. Sheppard & Porcher, Charleston. REPRESENTED BY JOHN LAIRD, AIKEN, s. c. IF O TX T 52’ S HORSE AND CATTLE POWDER* Jessie A. Jackson, Graniteviili W ILL PAY THE HIGHEST PRICES FOR CATTLE AND SHEEP, and will sell them at reasonable prices; or will buy or sell them tor others on commission. Milch Cows for sale. Parties may send stock for sale to his pasture at Graniteville. FRUIT JARS, JELLY TUMBLERS, AND One-Quart Self-sealing Tin Cans, Jam and Pickle Stone Jars, For Sale cheap by THE GREAT SOUTHERN CROCKERY HODSE, 712 Broad St. - - Augusta, Ga. IE. 3D. SnyrX'THIE, manager. OUR AUGUSTA COTTON GINS, No Hobs* wtll die of Colic. Dots or I.rst Ki ▼**, if Foutz’g Powders are used in time. Footz's PowGers will rare and prevent Hog Cr.oi.kn* Foutz's Powder* will prevent Gapes in Fowls Fontz's Powder* will Increase the quantity «f mill: and cream twenty per cent., and make the butter Pin and sweet. Fontz’s Powders will cure or prevent almost * T ~«B V Disease to wblcb Horses and Cattle are subject. Foctz’s Powders will give Satisfactio*. Sold everywhere. S>VU> S. FOUTZ, Proprietor. BALTIMORE. JtD. For sale by W. J. PLATT, Aiken. 6 C. With new style Regulating Feeder and Condenser, are the best. Our improved “New Era” Power Press es use but one bait; every Press guaranteed one year. Our Belt Cotton Elevator can be built at any gin house with material we can furnish. 8aw-mills improved. Over 130 of our mills shipped out on one line of railroad.* Thousands of feet of Belting, Shafting, Pi ping, etc., Pulleys, Boxes and Fit tings, Injectors, Pumps, Valves, etc., in stock. Thomas Steam Presses and Suc tion Elevators, Atlas and Erie En gines, Cotton and Saw-Mill Sup plies. 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