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LOCAL NEWS THURSDAY, DEC. 19. Anderson Cotton Market. December 18, 1859. Strict low middling. 9J Middling.#.. 9f Strict middling. 9i . Good middling. 95 Strict good middling. 92 Receipts for the week ending Tuesday night, 1,743 bales. Total receipts for the season?18,318 bales Important Notice. The banks and business men generally of Anderson, in order to give their em? ployees a little rest and recreation, have agreed to close their respective places of business on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 25th, 26th and 27th inst., therefore there will be no business transacted in Anderson during that time. Bear this in mind. The printers, too, want a little rest and recreation, and for that reason we will - issue the Intelligences on next Tuesday afternoon, in order to let them off. Our correspondents and others who desire anything published in next week's paper, should note this, and send in their con? tributions by Monday, There wiU be no Suspension of the Intelligences, and it wid appear as usual the following week. Hopewell Alliance will meet next Sat? urday afternoon, at 2 o'clock.' Read Hill Bros, new advertisement, and be sure to see their Christmas goods. ?y?;A number of Anderson's young people will spend Christmas away from home. The public schools of Gar via Township will open on the first Monday in January. There were quite a number of pretty young ladies in the city shopping last Monday. . The P. M. I. Cadets gave an exhibition drill on the Court House Square Friday afternoon. Bey. E. R. Carswell, Jr., of Georgia, preached in the Baptist Church last Sun? day night. The local weather prophets are predict? ing rough weather throughout the month of January. Miss Laura Smith, of Mllledgeville, Ga., is in the city visiting her uucle, Mr. C. S. Minor. It is probable the Hotel Chiquola will be ready to entertain guests on and after next Monday. Anderson Bhould contribute.something to the erection of the monument to Hon. Jefferson Davis. Mr. D. Cardwell, District Passenger Agent of the "R. &. D. R. R., spent Friday night in the city. Last Sunday was one of the prettiest days we have had this year, and all of the city Churches were well attended. Married, on Sunday, December loth, 1889, by Rev. E. A. Durham, Mr. W, J. Bryant and Miss Emma W. Austin. Capt. W. T. Cowan, of Due West, spent Monday night in the city. He has just returned from a visit to Mississippi. Rev. John C. Kilgo, of Spartanburg, will spend next Sunday in Anderson and will preach in the Methodist-Church. Mr. M. B. Jackson has done a good job of work in remodeling the cistern that was recently built in Hampton street. Remember the poor aud-ueedy during the ChrjgSm$s"^Udays. Many a poor "Eeari may be made glad by a little gift. The city is full of Christmas goods. Read our advertising columns and you will know where to go to get what you want. There will be no business transacted in Anderson on the 25th, 26th and 27th inst,, as all of the business houses will be closed. The meeting of the Teachers' Associa? tion at Belton has been postponed from next Saturday until Saturday, January 11th. Divine service will be held on Christ? mas Day in Grace Church, at 11 a. m., by the Rev. T. F. Gads den. All are cordi? ally invited. There will be a song service in the Bap? tist <3hurcn. next Sunday night, and an invitation is extended to the public gen? erally to attend. We have been enjoying most delightful weather for several weeks, such as is sel ' dorn experienced at this season of the year in any climate. The December number of The South At? lantic, which is now published at Au? gusta, Ga., is on our table, and is full of interesting matter. . Capt. George Collier, of Atlanta, spent Sunday in the city. He has a host of friends in Anderson who are always de? lighted to greet him. Or.tr young friend, V. Mott Barnes, who has been sick for several weeks, is, we are glad to state, sgain at his post of duty with C. F. Jones & Co. Col. B. F. Browne has opened a shop in Mr. L. H. Seel's establishment for the repairing of watches, clocks, jewelry, etc. Read his advertisement. . Last Saturday was one of the liveliest days Anderson has had this season. The Square and streets adjacent were crowded from morning till night. Married, at the residence of the bride's father, on Thursday, November 28,1889, Mr. B. H. Breazeale and Miss Yestie Yar den, all of Anderson County. The new cotton mill on the Anderson County side of Saluda at Piedmont is now running, and in a short time will be working to its full capacity. The Presbyterian Sunday School will have a Christmas Tree on the afternoon of Christmas Day at 5 o'clock. The friends of the School are invited to attend. Messrs. Bock & Co., Anderson's popu ular bakers, are making new friends and customers every day. Their bread is most excellent. Give them a call and try it. Rev. C, V. Barnes will preach at New Bethel (Cook's Station) on the fifth Sun? day, 27th inst., at 11 o'clock a. m., and at Fellowship in the afternoon at 3 o'clock. There is to be a Christmas Tree at Big Creek Church, near Williamston, on next Tuesday evening. We have been kindly remembered with an invitation to attend. The Mayor has Issued orders to the po? lice force not to allow any fire-crackers or other fireworks exploded on the streets until after 7 o'clock p. m. on Christmas eve. Married, on Tuesday, December 17th, 1889, by D. H. Hammond, Notary Public, it his residence, Mr. Sanford Martin, of Plercetown, and Miss Fannie Cox, of this city. The Sullivan Hardware Company, one of Anderson's most progressive firms, sold a bill of machinery to a citizen of our neighbor city, Greenville, one day last week. Married, at the residence of the bride's father, on Thnrsday, December 12,1889, by Bey. G. M. Rogers, Mr. J. N. Ragsdale and Miss L. C. Lollis, all of Andorson County. Married, at the residence of the bride's Cither, December 8, ;1889, by John M. Glenn, Notary Public, Mr. B. B. Brooks and Miss Maggie Landreth, daughter of J?rioe Landreth Married, on Thursday, December 12, 1889, by B. B. A. Kobinson, Trial Justice, at his residence, Mr. James A. Campbell and Miss Lou H. Smith, all of Anderson County. Last Friday the Legislature extended the time for paying the taxes until Feb? ruary 1st. The extension was not needed in Anderson, for taxpayers had about paid up. See Simpson, Reid & Co's. new adver? tisement. They have in stock many new novelties for the Christmas "trade, and when buying your presents go and see their goods. Mr. J. iL Watkins has just received a fine lot of oranges from Florida, which he is selling cheap. He has presented us with a liberal sample, for which we re? turn thanks. Mr. J. B. 8mitb, Secretary, requests us to announce that there will be a re-union of Company G, 22nd Regiment South Car? olina Volunteers, at Five Forks on Fri? day, 27th inst. Married, on Sunday morning, Decem? ber 15,1889, at the residence of the bride's father, by Rev. Baxter Hays, Mr. Andrew Smith and Miss Fannie I. Snelgrove, all of this County. Invitations have been issued to the marriage of Prof. J. B. Watkins and Miss Leila Burts, which will take place in the Baptist Church at Honea Path on Thurs? day, 2Cth inst. Andrew White, a respectable colored man, died suddenly at his home near tlj city last Friday of heart disease. He v/as a large, healthy looking man, and about fifty years of age. Married, on Sunday, December 15th, 1889, at the residence of the bride's father, by Rev. D. Weston Hiott, Mr Major H. Keys and Miss Mary Roberts, all of this County. ? Married, on Thursday, December 12, 1889, at the residence of the officiating minister, Rev. C. V. Barnes, Mr. John Fleet Martin and Miss Lcuvenia Hanks, all of Anderson County. Married, on Thursday, December 12, 1889, at the residence of the bride's mother, by Joseph Winter, Notary Pub? lic, Mr. Judson Ho well and Miss Emma Lofton, all of Anderson Country. Nothing does us so much good as to re? ceive visits from our patrons, and the pleasure is always heightened when we are asked to write receipts for them. We have it down fine. Try us and see. ? Hon. J. S. Murray has been quite ill for several days past, but at this writing (Wednesday morning) we are glad to hear that he is on the mend. We hope he will Boon again be in his normal health. Wo had a pleasant call last Thursday from Mr. F. M. Morris, one of Pickens' popular business men- Mr. Morris is an Anderson County boy, but has been a resident of Pickens for a numbpr of years. Rev.J-B.Adger, D.D., anpProt C. W. Moore will deliver lectures? upon the subject of education in Pendleton to-mor? row (Friday) afternoon, at 3 o'clock. A cordial invitation is extended to tbe pub? lic to attend. Our young friend, H. L. McDonald, of Varennes Township, was in our office Monday wearing a 12-inch smile. Hisgood wife had presented him with a fine boy on the day preceding. This is his fifth child and first boy. Mr. O. D. Anderson, who accompanied his aunt, Mrs. Smith, to Indiana, returned home- last_. week, jle^reports a most "pleasant trip, ?n?Twas favorably impress? ed with the many new friends and rela? tives be met out there. See E. W. Taylor & Co's. new advertise? ment. This firm has in store a fine line of Christmas goods, fire-works, groceries, etc., which are being sold at very low prices. Call and see 1;heir goods at once, and you will not regret it. Mr. Ernest Cochran is now the Ander? son correspondent for tho Charleston World, and a few days ago contributed a most interesting article to that paper on the business transacted in our growing city during the past year. Mr. A. C. Banister, formerly of this County, but now a citizen of Bowersville, Ga., was in .the city Tuesday, and gave us a call. Like every other man who leaves Anderson County, he says he can't do without the Intelligencer. The public schools of District No. 17 will open on first Monday in January, and continue twelve weeks. Teachers are requested to make out their reports promptly at the end of every four weeks, regardless of the calendar month. We were delighted to have a call from our young friend, John T. Stall, of Green? ville, on Wednesday morning. Mr. Stall is one of Greenville's most popular young men, and has a host of friends in Anderson who are always pleased to greet him* Mr. A. G, Pinckey, who has, for several months, been buying cotton in Anderson* for the Pelzer Manufacturing Company, returned to Pelzer Wednesday. Mr. Pinckney is a courteous, clever young gentleman, and made many friends in Anderson. We are indebted to our young friend, Jas. D. Campbell, for recent copies of the Nashville (Tenn.) American. Mr. Camp? bell is an Anderson County boy, but for several years has been connected with the American} which is one of the best South? ern dailies. Mr. John G. Reeks died at his home, in Brushy Creek Township, last Saturday, aged 58 years. He was ill only a short time with pneumonia. Mr. Reoks was a good citizen, and his death is regretted by his friends. Four children aro left to mourn his death. We acknowledge the receipt of a com? plimentary ticket of admission to the en? tertainment to be given by the Belton Dramatic Club on Christmas night. The Club has arranged an Interesting pro? gramme for the evening, and should be greeted by a large audience. Mr. Russell has not yet received his com? mission as Posmaster for Anderson. Tbe Inspector, who was sent here to investigate the matter, has made his report and it is said riot to be so favorable to Mr. Russell. The latter, however, is very confident that he will be our next Postmaster We are indebtod to Mr. J. T. Latbon, of tbe Invitation Committee, for an invita? tion to attend the annual Tournament and Ball at Easley on 25th inst. The Tournament will take place at 10 o'clock a. m., and the Ball at 8 o'clock p. in. The occasion will no doubt be a most en? joyable one. Once more attention is called to the fact that communications sent to this paper for publication must be accompanied by the real name of the author in order to secure insertion. The name is not wanted for publication, but as a guarantee of good faith on the part of the author. This is the universal rule with newspapers, and the Intelligencer will in no instance deviate from it. Wo would direct attention to the adver? tisement of the Williamston Female Col? lege, the Spring session of which will open February 3rd, 1800. There is no better institution in which to educato your daughters, and the rates are very reasonable. The College is enjoying a high degree of prosperity, having enrolled J thus far this session one hundred and fifteen pupils.* Write to Dr. Lander, the Accomplished Prosidont, for a catalogue. Mr. J. A. Daniels is now occupying his new quarters, No. 2 Hotel Cbiquola, next door to Simpson Eeid & Co., which he has furnished in handsome style. His stock of silverware, watches, clocks, jew? elry, etc., is large and attractive, and should be seen by those who are needing anything in his lino. One day last week Mr. S. A. Jones, who lieves near Roberts, brought one hundred and ten bales of cotton to the city, which ho sold to the Sylvester Bleckley Co.,{at 95 cents per pound. Mr. Jones is one of Anderson County's progressive farmers, and conducts an extensive farm, having planted about 200 acres in cotton this year. Gen. W. W. Humphreys and Mr. F. E. Watkins, members of the City Council, went to Columbia Tuesday morning to confer with the R. & D. R. R. authorities in reference to the new bridges to be erected across the railroad cut on Main and McDuffio streets. An effort will be made to get an iron bridge on the Main street crossing. The December number of the Travelers' Ready-Reference Guide? The Red Guide? contains the new timo-tables put in effect in the general change in November, and also a descriptive -Winter Tourist Guide with a handsome colored map of Florida. Published monthly by the Knickerbocker Guide Company, 4G Bond Street, New York?25 cents. Bleckley & Fretwell have an advertise? ment in another column, which should be read. These gentlemen have stocked their large new stable with horses and mules, and are offering them at low prices. They can also supply you with a buggy, carriage and wagon. Maj. J. N. Vandiver is in charge of their stable. Call and see them. At a regular meeting of Barnett Lodge, No. 106, A. F. M., held 6th inst., the fol? lowing officers were elected and installed for the ensuing year: J. Jameson, W. M.; J. C. Boggs, S. W.; D. I. Spearman, J. W.; D. H. Hammond, Treas.; J. 0. Rosamond, Sec.; J. P. Traynum, S. D.; John Owen, J. D.; J. C. Johnson and James H. Johnson, Stewards; D. In? gram, Tyler. At a regular communication of Grove Station Lodge, No. 166, A. F. M., which was held on the 7th inst., the following officers were elected and installed to serve the ensuing Masonic yea?: S. T. Richard? son, W. M.; J. T. King, S. W.; J. L. Cox, J. W.; Jas. F. Her, Treas.; A. S. Rowell. Sec.; Wm. F. Lee, J. D.; J. F. Clardy, S. D.; S. H. Sammons and E. L. Devore, Stewards ; W. D. Rambo, Tyler. This Lodge is located at Piedmont, and is in a flourishing condition. The Toney Creek correspondent of the Greenville News, under date of the 13th inst., says: "On last Sunday the Rev. Mike McGee closed a three year's pasto? rate at Shady Grove Church. During the three years Mr. McGee has only missed two or three services, and then furnished a substitute. At the close of the services on Saturday A. R. Cox, in behalf of the Church, presented Mr. McGee with a nice gold watch chain as a slight .token of the love the members had for their pastor. Mr. McGee will be succeeded by the Rev. R. G. Williams, of Greenville. The preparations for the Ball and Ban? quet at the Hotel Chiquola on the night, of the 31st inst. are being pushed with all the energy possible, and 'the occasion promises to be a most enjoyable one. We learn that the Committee of Arrangements have decided that no gentleman shall receive a ticket of admission until ho has first paid his subscription of $5.00 to the Finance Committee. Of course this does not include visitors from a distance. The Hotel will be crowded on this occasion, and there will be no room for children, therefore do not carry them there, as they will not be admitted. Col. Cecil Gabbitt, Genend Manager of the Central system, and Superintendent Curran of the P. R. & W. C. R. R., spent last Tuesday in Anderson, and while here had a conference with a number of our citizens in reference to putting on a regu? lar passenger train on the S. V. R. R. This was Col. G?bbitt's first visit to An? derson. He expressed himself as being agreeably surprised to see such a live, progressive city, and said we were right in demanding a passenger train on the road, and that he would use his efforts to get it placed there. We hope to see the train running in a few days. Mr. Geo. T. Bryan, who has been the soliciting agent for the P. R. & W. C. R. R. for the past year or two, has been pro? moted to a position in the General Freight Agent's office in Augusta, and will make that city his home. Ho is succeeded by Mr. Albort W. Anderson, who has been the Company's agent at Laurens. Both these gentlemen were in the city last week, and we had the pleasure of meet? ing Mr. Anderson, who is a courteous, clever gentleman, and who will make a worthy successor of Mr. Bryan. The lat? ter gentleman was very popular all along the road, and in his new position will carry the best wishes of a host of friends. The fire alarm was sounded last Thurs? day evening, about 7.30 o'clock. The fire" was in .the Anderson Oil Mill, and had caught on the second floor. The firemen responded promptly to the call, but it was sometime before the steamer could get to work. ^Tbe "Rough and Ready Co.," however, threw a quick stream, and in a short time the flames were under control. It was a stubborn fight. At one time the flames were shooting through the win? dows, and it was thought tho building would be consumed. The cause of the fire is unknown. The damage has been assessed at $923, which was covered by in? surance. The Mill will be running again in a few days. Notes from Townvillc. Mr. A. J. Tribble was in Augusta last wet-k for surgical treatment. Mr. E. W. Hunt, of Greenwood, is vis? iting his brother here, Dr. W. T. Hunt. The Presbyterians are repainting their Church. Mr. W. Kelley Hudgens, of Pendlcton, and Miss Sallie McLeskey and Messrs. C. T. J. Giles and T. T. McLeskey, of Tokee na, Oconee County, are attending school here. Mrs. S. R. Johnson returned last Mon? day from a week's visit in the family of hor father, Mr. J. V. Schroeder, at Abbe? ville. Mr. G. N. C. Boloman has given up bis school at Double Springs, and will give his whole time to fire and life insurance work. Public sentiment strongly favors Hon. E. B. Murray for Congress. The usual semi-monthly meeting of the Literary Club was held last Friday even? ing at tho residence of Mrs. Sarah McCar ley. The attendance was large, and the occasion enjoyable throughout. Extracts were read by Misses Gantt and Harris, and by Messrs. Lodbetter, Fant, Giles and McCarley. Choice music by Messrs. Gaines and Babb on tho violin and organ was rendered at intervals. Spelling matches are a prominent feature in tho exercises. 'N. De Plumb. Pictures of Jefferson Davis's Fu N'EitAL.?Three page? of Frank Leslie's Il? lustrated Ncwspupcr this week are devoted to superb illustrations of the obsequies of Jefferson Davis. The opening of tho Auditorium in Chicago, the Johnstown theatre disaster, the centennial of the first American Congress, interesting foreign events, and a typical Christmas tree are also pictured. Tho illustrations are nn morous, and the leading contriludod arti? cle gives tho rouNoiis why St. Louis should havo tho World's Fair. It is a splendid number, and all should buy it. Twfggs Item?. The Concert at this place camp off last Fridayjifternoon'andjevening, It was'a complete success in every particular. It wris originated and brought to a happy realization by tbe united efforts of a few of the^progressivo ; and talented young ladies of this immediate neighborhood, assisted by a few of tbe older members of the Church at this place. Among tbo number who deserve special mention for their labor and zeal in behalf of tbo enter? tainment may be mentioned Misses Jen? nie Cowan, Ittie Allen, Icy Jones, Sallie Pruitt, Maggie McGee, Lura Jones and Mrs. P. B. Allen. A Committee of the older ladies had charge of the supper, and, through the courtesy of Mr. J. T, C. Jones, it was given in his vacant store room. Tbe cuisine was all that could be desired, (he tablo being supplied with turkey, bam, beef, oysters and pastry of all kinds, and with many other delicacies too numerous to mention. From early in the afternoon until dark the Committee was kept busy serving their hungry guests, who, with one accord, pronounced the supper a grand success in all its do tails, and we say well dono to this hard worked Committee for tbe ^magnificent manner in which tbe refreshments were j served. By 7 o'clock, tbe time appointed for tbo Concert to open, the large Masonic Hall was densely packed by an eager crowd to witness the plays and bear tbe singing. This part of the entertainment was under the immediate control of Prof. M. L. Willis and Miss Jennie Cowan, who bad labored hard to prepare the young ladies and gentlemen for their respective parts in the plays and songs to be ren? dered. To judge from the excellent acting and singing, they had left nothing undone to fully prepare the different characters for the parts they wero to assume. The stage was beautifully decorated, nod in front of the same in large letters was the motto, "Welcome to All." The following is a short synopsis of the plays and songs given during the evening: Song?"Gathered Once More." Dialogue?The old country aunt's visit to the city"?Two acts. Song?"Aldine"?Quartette. Dialogue?"The Mouse Trap." Song--"We shall stand before the King." Racitation--"A Household Fairy"?by a little girl. Dialogue?"Twenty Years Hence." Song?"What shall the harvest be." Dialogue?"The Masterpiece." Song?"Shun the Broad Road"?solo with full chorus. Dialogue?"Aunt Betsy's Beaux"?two acts. Song?"We are Little Travellers'.'?solo by little girl with lull chorus. Dialogue?"The Best Cure." Song?"Homeless to Night." Song?"The Model Churcb"-Solo. Closing Song?"Good Night." Every one engaged in the Concert per? formed their parts well, andjvith credit to themselves and to the entire satisfaction of the managers. The very best of order was observed during the entire evening, and every one present expressed them* selves as being highly pleased with the management of tbe entire affair. Tbe net recceipts amounted to $140, and it will be used to purchase a new organ for the Church at this place, and tbo remainder will be spent in repairs on the Church building. Rev. H. M. Alien filled his appoint? ment at this place last Sunday, and preached an interesting sermon. Mr. A. A. Dean is still at the head of the Sunday School, and has some excellent teachers to assist him in the persons of Mr. L. S. Clinkscales, Miss Bettie Earle, Mrs. P. B. Allen and Mrs. Claude Dean. With such an able corps of teachers, Mr. Dean will be enabled to do somo faithful work for the Master. Miss Jennie Cowan, of Mt. Carmol, S. C, has charge of tbo public school at this place, and, judging from her qualifications and fitness ns a teacher, she must be doing some efficient work in bor school. We wish her much success. Starr Alliance will meet next Saturday, 21st inst., at 3 o'clock p. m. It will be to the interest qf every member to be pres? ent, as business of much importance will come before tbe meeting. Messrs. J. T. C. Jones and D. G. Rampy havo commenced to remodel and other? wise) improve their residences. Mr. and Mrs. G. L. McGee, who spent several weeks with friends iu this locality, havo returned to their home in Walhalla. Mrs. Janie Spearman, of Princeton, S. C, ia visiting friends and relatives in this section. We hope her visit may be one of pleasure and enjoyment. Rov. C. V. Barnes, who will supply the Church at Hebron during tbe next year, preached au excellent sermon to his con? gregation at that place last Sunday even? ing. He will preach at Hebron the 2nd Sunday evening of each month at 3 o'clock, during next year, ^he Doctor has many friends iu this section, and his labors, we hope, will have tbo tendency to bring about a more liberal Christian hearted feeling among tho members and friends of the Church. The Church build? ing needs ceiling and otherwise fiinishing up. The material for a flourishing Sun? day School is abundant, and yet we have no school. Come together, friends, and with the assistance of tbe pastor, let us .make one more effort to finish the Church building and organize a flourishing Sun? day School. Miss Leona Black, of Abbeville County, will take charge of the public achool at Hebron the 1st Monday in January, next. Miss Black comes armed with a first grade certificate from our sister County of Abbeville, and bids fair to make her mark in her chosen profession. "Wo are reliably informed that one of tho members of tbe Storeville Alliance, in ordor to attend a recent meeting of his Alliance, and who desired to finish sowing his crop of wheat, went to ploughing at 3 o'clock Saturday morning by the light of the moon, but unfortunately for him bis hitherto easy, steady going mule failed to takeln the situation, or to realize tbe necessity for such a radical chance in bus? iness, and could not be induced to follow the furrow. Reluctautly our neighbor concludod to suspend operations, and silently with all nature hushed to rest around him, he unhitched, returned home and went to bed. Truly, the Alliance is doing much good in the land. Our clever young friend, Mr, A. C Smith, of the Hebron neighborhood, sur? prised his friends last Sabbath by return? ing, after a short absence, with .bis lovely bride. Such surprises are pleasant and agreeable, Andy, and your many friends wish you and your lovely bride a life of happiness and unalloyed pleasure. The farmers of this section are winding up their work for tho year 1SS9. It has been a prosperous year with tbe farmers, and they have much to be thank? ful for. As this communication has already grown too lengthy, we will close by wish? ing you, Messrs. Editors, and your many readers a merry Xmas and Happy New Year. Omega. Honea Path Items. About three miles below here a white man named Dansley, and a negro, John Bigby, became engaged in a row on last Wednesday, which resulted in Dansley shooting the negro, inflicting a wound from which he died the next day. They fell out over a game of cards; the negro wont and got his gun, came back and fol? lowed Dansley for some distance. Dans 'ley ordered him to stop; ho continued to advance, Dansley fired, and tbe nogro fell at tbo first lire, shot through. Dansloy tired again, but missed his aim. These are such facts as I have boon able to gath? er from people of that community. I hoar that Dansley has siuco hocn arrested. No comment on bis or the negro's character is necessary. He was a stranger, having come into that settlement but a few weeks ago. Tboro has been much complaint of sickness from colds for tbo last x'ow days, but we have heard of no serious sickness. The preparations for the Christmas Tree and Hot Supper on tbe afternoon anil night of tbe 25th inst. are being pushed for? ward, and all arc anticipating a nice time. Mr. Milt. Wilson lias bought tho W. G. Smith bouse and will movo there as soon as be can have necessary repairs made. Mr. C. E. Harper has improved bis house by adding more room. Brock & Harper aro having commo? dious siabios built, for convenience in carrying on ttieir livery business. Services at the Presbyterian Church were conducted by tbo pastor last Sunday. Mr. G. M. Grccr has been sick for a few days, but is able to bo in his office again. HjAbout forty young people assembled at J. L, Brock's last Friday night and had quite a pleasant sociable. Tbe Honea Path band called around and gave a sorenade which all present seemed to on joy very much. Pol*. .Sunday School Union. The Sunday School Union of the Socoiul Union, Salnda Association, will meet with the Sunday/School at Hope well, Suit day, Dec. 2Sth, at 10 o'clock. Reports from the various Schools will be hoard. The Union will then be addressed by brethren Clark Wilson, A. Hi McGee and M. 11; Guinea. Char. E. Burts, Cmn'n. of Com. Denver Items. It seems quite apparent tbat there is some one in this community not satisfied with their present condition, and arc try? ing to get hung or sent to the Penitentiary. On last Thursday morning some miscre? ant tried to burn the gin house kept by J. D. L. Thomas, on J. S. Fowler's place, on the road leading from Andorson to Cen torvillo, but was foiled in the attompt by the opportune arrival, of the firoman going to start a firo in the engine, who found the gin house and press on firo in several places. He promptly gave the alarm, and the fire was extinguished before much damage was done. On Jast Saturday p. m. an attempt was made to wreck the down freight train at Salem crossing, or wood-rack, by placing a stick of car wood on each rail in such a manner as would almost certainly have caused a "run off," if the timely arrival of Mr. W. B. Hembroo had not prevented if. The train was only about one-fourth of a mile ofl when Mr. Hembree hap? pened to visit the wood-rack and found the track blockod and promptly removed the obstruction, thus preventing a proba? ble catastrophe. Any one who does not fear God nor regard man enough to keop them from committing such crimes, ought to be looked after. This is not the first time an obstruction has been placed ou the track at Salem crossing. Rev. T. C- O'Dell, preacher in charge of Pendleton Circuit for the next Conference year, preached his initial sermon at San? dy Springs last Sunday to a large and appreciative audience. Mr. O'Dell is comparatively a young man in the min? istry, but comes well recommended, and made a good impression on his audience last Sunday. We aro sorry to learn that Mr. Elrod, who lives near Sandy Springs, and who has been sick about twelve weeks, is not improving as much as his friends desire. So far December has been almost as mild as May, but doubtless we will have some winter yet. Cold weather would be appreciated now by those who have just killed hogs. Mr. J. W. Rothrock is preparing to move to his late purchase, near here, at an early day. Jay. Belton Items The indications of the near approach of Christmas aro many, very many, and wo bolieve the holiday season will be eojoyed more than it has been in several years. Among the pleasures of Christmas day will be the justly popular play, "Thy Brothers Keeper" by the Belton Dramatic Club. The already large sale of reserved seats is unmistakable evidence of a large attendance. Too maDy cannot come, however. Bather, it is the desire and intontion to accommodate all who come with comfortable seats, and to delight even those whose expectation, perchance, may be raised too high. If there chance to be one, on this day of good times, that would not laugh he should not como or had better leave beforo the opening of the side? splitting farce?"Blanks and Prizes." No lover of fun can afford to miss it, and had better call early for a ticket at J. M. Geer & Co's. Reserved seats fifty cents general admission twenty-five cents. Re? member that the evening of 25th Is the time. Doors open half-past seven, at Stringer's Hall. Tbe stores will probably close here for several days. Everybody feels happy enough over the year's successes to close for a week. Mr. J. H. Shaw accidentally discharged his gun while carelessly handling it, and as a consequence lost his left groat too. Dr. W. H. Todd assisted by Dr. W. E. Camp? bell amputated the shattered too. We regret to state that Belton's officient Postmanter, Mr. A. N. Todd, has sent in his resignation. He will go to Anderson after January 1st. Mr. J. P. Iler, Superintendent of Pied-' mont Mills, was in town a few days ago visiting his son, Cadet A. S. Her, of Belton Academy. We hope to have him with us often. Mrs. Lizzie Breazeale has determined to take a rest, and, much to the regret of her boarders, has given up her popular board? ing houso. Up goes the new ticket and telegraph office. When Capt. Land shall say finish? ed, it will be second to none in neatness, beauty and convenience along the C. & G. line. . Dr. Charles Manly did his best, surely, last Sunday. It was just the sermon that every body ought to hear. We hope this will be one of many such. Great good can but follow. Tho exercises of Belton Academy will close next Friday for a week's vacation, Both students and teachers will be ready for work again Monday, 30th inst, The Executive Board of Saluda Baptist Association mot here on Wednesday, Iltb inst. Rev. A. A. Marshall, chairman, presided. The next meeting will be held in Anderson. Kappa. Fiercetown Items. The Sunday School at Friendship Church will give an entertainment on Christmas night for the benefit of the school. The public is cordially iuvited to como, and bring somo change, and thus help a worthy cause. Messrs. Williams &, Guyton have ginned four hundred and sixty bales of cotton this fall. One day ten bales were ginned without stopping a second. The highest number of bales ginned in one day were sixteen. They use a Daniel Pratt gin, bought of McCully, Cathcart & Co., of Anderson. There will be a Christmas Tree atBeula, near Mr. C. B. Smith's residence, some time during Christmas week. Mr. D. H. Hammond has three hogs that will net him one thousand or twelve bun dred pounds of pork. From what we can learn there will be several marriages in this section this win? ter. Clodhopper. A Safe Investment. Is one which is guaranteed to bring you satisfactory results, or in case of failure a return of purchase price. Ou this safe plan you can buy from our advertised Druggist a bottle of Dr. King's New Dis? covery for Consumption. It is guaranteed to bring relief in every case, when used for any affection of Throat, Lungs or Chest, such as Consumption, Inflammation of Lungs, Bronchitis, A9thma, Whooping Cough, Croup, etc., etc. It is pleasant and agreeable to taste, perfectly safe, and can always be depended upon. Trial bottles free at Hill Bros'. Drug store. 1 Merit Wins. We desire to say to our citizens, that for years we have been selling Dr. King's New Discovery for Consumption, Dr. King's New Life Pills, Bucklen's Arnica Salye and Electric Bitters, and have never handled remedies that sell as well, or that have given such uuiversal satisfaction. We do not hesitate to guarantee them every time, and wo stand ready to refund the purchase price, if satisfactory results do not follow their use. These remedies have won their great popularity purely on their merits. For sale by Hill Bros. G?uiI Nonn tu Sportsmen. Owing to the recent decline in load the Sullivan Hardware Company, in keeping with the market, again reduce their price on Shot to $1.25 par bay. This is dirt cheap and can't last long. This is certainly the time to lay in an ample supply of shot. In this connection tho Sullivau Hardware Company would say that they are still, and propose to continuo, far ahead with their special lines, particularly with their immense and superb stock of Guns, Sportmou's Goods, Ammunition, ifcc, and novor can bo loft on prices. ?uFinc Piano, with EolianI attachment, ('Organ attach in cut,) not a string or key broken on it?all in first class order?for ?50; J. A. Daniels, Ag't. Persons wishing to buy lino Canaries can get them by applying at this ollico at reasonabio prices Big Int nf'5, JO and 15 cent Tinware at WalkiuV llnok .Storo. Blank Books and Memorandums in end loss variety at Watkin's Book Storo. Best 5-cent cigar in town at Watkins' Book Store. County Ageut Wanted. Write at onco and secure the County Agon<;y forlho l.evcrigde Automatic Steam Cooker. F. W. Wksskus, 21?1 Gen. Agent, Aikon; S; C. Full line of choice Chroinos and Oil Paintings at Watkins' Book Stork. Notice?All persons indebted to mo will please call at my ofllco at once aurl make settlement, thus saving cxponso and troublo of sonding out collectors.' C. A. Reed; Agent. w o >?' >-" ja. S ?> cm ? C. F. JONES. R. 0. WEBB. OUR STORE THR WITH DELIGHTED CUSTO ' Offerings for November and December will make them happier still, because onr New Goods are Prettier and Cheaper than ever. Big drives of every kind in Goods just bought late in the season. 50 Pieces Yard Wide Bleaching at 7c. No need pay others 10c. 35 Pairs All Wool Blankets. This is the biggest bargain ever offered in Blankets. To buy before seeing these goods is to lose money. One Solid Case White Quilts Fully one-fourth under value ; so, of course, we can sell them at prices others pay, and still make a profit. Factory Prices for Check Shirting. lOO Pieces Jeans and Kerseys. All Wool Jeans reduced to 25c. "I told you so 1" remarked one Lady to an? other, who had bought Jer.as elsewhere, and paid so much more thau we were selling the same goods for. LADIES, ATTENTION. Another Big Stock pretty Dress Goods from Sc. up, including some nice double width Flannels in pretty new colors, very cheap. Just the thing to make the Chil? dren nice, warm dresses. Beautiful Plu3hos, ju3t half price from what we sold them last season. BIG JOB IN MILLINERY. 200 Ladies' Straw Hats, in nice, new colors, at ten cents. In finer goods we have and endless variety. Our sales have been immense, because our Ladies trim them so beautifully and sell so cheap. DON'T WASTE YOUR W?ONEY. Several Ladies bought their goods before seeing our immense Stock and our Low Prices, and were sorry they did not come to our Store before buying. We have an immense Stock ! We must unload this month 1 If you care for_ your money or vour family see our prices before you buy. It won't take you five minutes to step into our Store and get our November prices, and see that we are able and willing to save you money. CLOTHING. CLOTHING. Come and see our New Suits just receiving at $5.00 and SG.00. Blue Suits at *G.2o. They take tho lead, with our pretty Brown Plaids at $5.00.- Come, our big stock must go. We care not what others offer?we intend to sell and save you money. All we ask is a few minutes of your time to convince you we mean what we say. 300 Pairs Solid Button Shoes at 98c. Thousands of Shoes of every description just as cheap, which we cannot men? tion for want of space. COME EVERT 0NE~{HVE US A CHANCE. We mean what we say?we won't be undersold. Hoping to have the pleasure of showing you our second stock Pall Goods, which are premier and cheaper than ever, Respectfully, ? O. 3T. JOITES Sc GO. $5,000.00 WORTH! $5, OF To be closed out in the next Twenty Days AT SPC! FOR SPOT CASH! WE HAVE A FEW LADIES7 CLOAKS Left, which we will sell you at your , price, provided it is anywhere in the bounds of reason. DO YOU WANT A CARPET! If so, be sure to look at our Stock before buying, as we will save you at least 20 per cent by buying1 of us. OTHER GOODS AT CUT PRICES S JONES, SEFBT & CO. OUB STOCK OUT Is now Complete as usual, and a larger stock than ever before! GIFT CUPS 10c. to $1.25 each. Twelve inch Vases 35c. per pair. "5^0 U can try the Town and you can't beat our prices, because wo bought i quantities and at cut prices. Everything else as low in proportion too large and varied to undertake to enumerate. Come and see get our prices. We have clever and polite Salesmen, and will show and pricing you goods, whether you want to buy or not. WE HAVE THE BEST ASSORTMENT OF libeaey lamps IN THE CITY. CROCKERY, TINWARE, IN ABUNDANCE. Stoves Cheaper than ever Before! JS@* Buy you a new Stove at once. If you have an old Stove exch a new one. WE PAY CASH FOR BAGS. 6s PEOPLES & BURRISS YOUR PRICES WERE LOW ENOUGH BEFOR Of course they were, but we are determined to Christmas Goods within the reach of AU! pl2 SO with a little sacrifice of our own interest we are able to show you MAS PRESENTS suitable for both sexes and all ages, at prices' satisfy even the most picayunish. YOUNG MEN AND YOUNG LADIES, Are you undecided what to give each other? Then come to the? LADIES' STORE, Where you cannot fail to be suited ; and that, too, without running anyj being "financially embarrassed" on the strength of it. ii We give a most cordial invitation to all to come and admire, nothing else. Very truly, miss lizzie willia: T i A "1Y/T jEp|23 - WE have already received a big portion of our large stock of season, and they are constantly arriving : Library Lamps, Students' Lamps, Stand Lamps, Church Lamps, Store Lamps, Parlor Lamps, Kitchen Lamps cheaper thau ever before. PAINTS, PAINTS, PAIN? We have the largest and most complete line of Floor Paints. Buggy Paints, Mixed House Paints, Enamel Paints in all Bbades, Wi Oil. Brushes, all sizes, from 10c up. Don't forget that we keep tbe largest stock of? Drugs, Patent Medicines, Brushes, Comhs,Toil| Of all kinds, including Perfumery. Fine Soaps, Face Powder We will take pleasure in showing you through our big stock. os get a look at our elegant line of Lamps. WILHITE & WIL: FOR YOUR CHRISTMAS FRUITS CALL ON JAMES F. FANT, On McDuflie Street, next to rcndle'* Meal Market. WILL also keep on hand Fresh Fish and Oysters. Fruits at wholosalo. nud retail. Will pay cash for chickens and BgR6. NOV 28, 18S9 21 i PUBLIC Sj ffflllE undersigned will sell? JL cry, on Monday, the^ at my home near Midwa Milch Cows, Mules and Tools, Ilousehold and Kit Buggies, Wagons, ?fcc. Dec 12,18S9 Tdfi 23*?