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OF Ladies' and Children's A.T COST ! Ladies and Children's Fine LACE AND BUTTON BOOTS AT A ? c E A Cm MENS AND BOYS F I E ri CONGBESS AND BALMORAL -?N AND PRETTIEST AND DAINTIEST TOES. o R S H O E j#/%sterc0. tifimi j?.j. ED lia F A lie M S mi ?r Date IN EVERY WAY. O U R S O c TWO LARGE FOR THE SEASON ! Consequently during the month of August we propose mak ing a marvelous reduction, and in order to accomplish this end we have a number of lines on which we will make great price concessions. COME AND SEE. Yours truly, Brown,Osborne Wholesale and Retail Dealers in Granerai Merchandise* anders OIS, s. c? LOCAL NEWS WEDNESDAY, AUG. 25, 1807. Cotton pickets will soon be in demand. Now is tho time to sow ycur turnip patch. Just four months from to-day until Cliristmas. S-. ma of the summer resort perplo have returned homr. Eggs and chickens have been scarce in the market the past week. If yon want to locate in a progressive town, come to Anderson. M re. John Catlott haB gone to Abbeville, N. C, on a visit to relativos, Mr. John Norria hua gone to Highlands to t;pend a week or ten days. There la but one more week of closing the stores at G 30 o'clock, p. m. lu a few more weeks Anderson's new cotton mill will be making clotb. Mr. L P. Smith ran an excursion from Anderson to Greenwood thU morning. Dr. A. S. Todd has decided to locate at Culhoun Falls to practico his profession. Mrs. John Shields and children, of At lanta, Ga., are in Anderson visiting rela tives. Labor Day, which is a national holiday, comes on Monday, September G:h, this year. Clerk of Court Watkins has been busy for eeveral days past sending out pension checks. There aro many visitors in Anderson, and sociables, d3ncss, tea parties, etc., are frequent. Mr. T/hos. A Murrab, of Union, S, C, is in the city visiting his mother and othtr relatives. Capt. T. F. Hill has been quite sick the past week, but we are glad to report that he ?3 now better. Anderson County is well represented at tho reunion of Confederate Veterans in Greenville to-day. M?es Jennie Ruff ha3 gOLe on a pleasure trip to New York for a few weeks to visit her uncle, Dr. Ruff. A local weather prophet predicts an ear ly fall, and says the cotton crop will be cat off considerably by it. Mrs. C. F. Jones went over to Green ville last week to spend a few days with her sister, Mrs. i\ A. Hoyt. If joa need envelopes, letter heads, bill heads, etc, send your orders to the Intel ligence office. Prices low. Vwo prisoner? escaped from the city chain gang last week. One of them car ried his ball chain with him. Last Friday Messrs. J. S. Fowler and Baylis Cooley received another squad of convicta to work on their farm. The Poatoffice will be moved to the Cox Towneend building, on North Main street, as soon as it is completed. The Anderson firemen have received an invitr-tlon to vie it Newberry and partici pate in a tournament on 9ih September. The State Board of Control has estab life heel a beer, difpensary in Anderson and appointed Mr. J>hn Hays to take charge or it. The price of eclton has already begun to decline ae a result, it is supposed, of the favorable prospect for an unusually large crop. Misses Jeffie and Agnes Edwards will open a kindergarten rchool on September 6:h. fee advertisement. Anderson hat? been well represented this 6eason at the summer rasorts?in the mountains, at the springs and at the sea side. Miss Estelle Earlo, of Greenville, a daughter of Dr. T. T. Earlo, ia in the city vibiting the family of bar uncle, Mr. J. S. Fowler. If you want to vote in the primary elec tion next Tuesday, to day is the last day in which you can ? roll your name on the club list. Mr. W. J. Flamine, accompaiiiei by his wife, daughter end Misa Rlley, of Charles ton, is in the cUv vinitlng ?be family of Mr. G J. Bee. Married, on Wednesday, August is, 1897. in Oakdale Baptist Church, by Rov. J. F. Singleton, Mr. Sloan Barton and Miss Lula Alexander. B. 0. Evans ? Co. announce in their new advertisement that they will move into their new quarters 1st September. Rfad what they say. Two ''mountain schooners," loaded with apples, were in the city Jast week. The crop of apples in the mountains is re ported to be very large. Married, on Factoiry Hill, on Sunday morninsr, Angutt 15th, 1897, at 11 o'clock, by W. M. Webbt Notary Public, Mr. Jack Hughes and Miss Mattle Gentry. Frank E. Major, cf Pelzer, is vieiting friends and relatives in the city. Frank is an old Anderson boy and his many friends are glad to welcome him. There will be lively competition in the cotton market in Anderson this fall. If you want to gei the top of the market, bring your cotton to Anderson. Beginning Monday.. September 13th, tho colored teachers will hold an Instituto at the Greeley Institute in this city. Prof. Wallace, of Columbia, will conduct it. Rev. S. B. Harper Is in Spartanburg this week assisting in a protracted meeting. He will return r est Saturday and fill his regular appointment as usual next Sun day. Married, on Sunday. Augusts, 1897, at the residence of Mr. Willie Pace, by Rev. D. I. Spearmar., Mr. ? E. Elrod and Miss Georgia Black, both of Anderson County. Miss Sue Chisolm, of Charleston, is in the city visiting her friends, the Misses Murray. Miss Chisolm's many friends in Anderson are always delighted to see her in our midst. The Chapter of the Daughters of the Confederacy will meet at the nome of Mrs. J. R. Vandiver next Monday afternoon at G o'clock. All who would like to do so are invited to join. Miss Lizzie Williams, of this city, ac companied by Mrs. B. J. Heard, of Mt. Carmel, left last Monday for an extended pleasure trip tc the Eastern cities aad throngh Canada. Mr. L. Geisbsr; left to-day for the East ern markets, where be will select his fall stock. His Bieter, Miss Dora Gaisber.?, is now in New York ser ding home rare bar gains in millinery. On the first page of the Intelligencer this week we publish an interesting letter from Mrs. Mary Sullivan Roy all, who wa9 Bent by the Baptint C.iurch of this city as a missionary to Cbina. ' The following officers have beau elected to serve the Anderson Fire Department the ensuing yea:: CLief, C. 8. Sullivan; Assistant Chief, W. L. Brissey ; Secretary and Treasurer, F. B. Austin. It will do your appetite good to read that nuw advertisement of John A. Aus tin ct Co., the grocere. They are always ready to serve you with anything in the grocery line at the lowest prices. MeBBr?. D. S. and E, P. Vandiver re turned home a /ow days ago from the Eastern market?. Tb^y report a pleaeant trip, and say they bought a big lot of goods for the fall and winter trade. The 6tay-at homes a re having it about as cool and pleasant as tfc ey could wish. The month of August has been on her best be havior, and there are no grounds for com plaint on account of extreme weather. Married, on Sunday, August 8, 1897, at the residence of Mr. Ramsom Foster, the bride's father, by Rev, D. I. Spearman, Mr. T. T. Smith, of Spartanburg County, and Miss Nottio Foster, of Anderson County. The tickets for tho Senatorial primary next Tuesday wi'.l have the names of all four of the candidates printed upon them, and the voter will strike out all tho natne3 exeept that of the candidato for whom he wishes to vote. The camp meeting at Sandy Springs be gan last Thuradajr and closed Monday. On aocount of th? unfavorable weather, the crowd in attendance was not as large as usual. Those who attended report a most interesting meeting. At the annual meeting of the City Coun cil last week the followinc officers were re-elected: City Attorney, E. F. Cochran, Esq.; City Clerk, Louis Sharpp; Chief of Police, John W. Dilllagham. There was no change in the police force. The Intelli' iekceb force is indebted to Mr. Bayles Hall for a basket of fine grapes, which were highly enjoyed. Such treats are always in order. Mr. Hall is an ener getic farmer, and always produces plenty of good things to eat. He reports fine crops in bis section. Married, on Wednesday, August 18, 1S97, at 2 30 o'clock p. m-, at the home of the bride's father in Wllliamston, by Rev. C. L. Stewart, Mr. P. B. Langston, of Pelzer, and Miss Palmyrah Ramsey. The happy couple left immediately for an ex tended i:our through the northern cities. The all eteel "Handy" Farm Truck is a new thing in Anderson, and is being in trod?*?ed by that clever merchant, D. P. Sloan, who, in an advertisement in anoth er column, speaks of its merits. Read what he says, and then go and inspect the truck. It and the price will both please J The Gtwavi?lQ Mountaineer sayo anoth- 1 er train wiir be put on the C. & G. B. R. tho 1st September. Tho trp.in will bo night special, leaving Greenvillo about <> p. m. and placing (be traveler in Charles ton early i>J the morning. Returning the train will roach Greenville ubou1; 1,30 . a. m. Prof. J. I, lvdiRW, who has been Sapor inteudentof the Piedmont graded schools for several years, bus severed bis connec- 1 lion with the school thoro, and has moved to Seneca, whero he will have charge of the high schools of that place. Hen tea has dono moro than well in securing his tor vices. Pickona Sentinel: ''Mr. M. Berry Wil liams, who lives at Piercstown, and is ono of Anderson County's most substantial ? and prosperous citizenn. was in town last Friday looking well. Re came up Thurs day and spent a day and nipht with his old former neighbor and friend, D. C. Ellis, of Twelve Mile." On account of the Veterans' Reunion in Greenville this week, the Southern Rail road is running an extra tiain between Anderson and that city. This train leaves Anderson at 7 a. m,, end returning leaves Greenville at 7 p. in. It will run to-moi row and next day. Tbc fare is only 75 cents for the round trip, The Presbyterian Sunday School has erected a very neat granite tablot in tbe Church to the memory of the lato Mr. A. B. Tower?. The following is tho in scription: ,lA memorial from the Sabbath School. Alexander Towers, Sspt. 18, 1S22, M?rch 10, 1897. Faithful unto death. Our Superintendent for 42 years." Mr. R. S. Hill, accompanied by Miss nelen Cater, left to-day for New York, aud will join Miss Gardner and Miss Ruff, who preceded thorn to tho metropolis. Mr. Hill will buy one of tbe largest stocke of goods over brought to Anderson, and in their selection h? will have the assistance of his resident buyer and these ladies. In another column is published a stereo typed copy of a letter written to Mr, J. J. Fretwell by the Columbia Carriage Com pany, which ebould be read carefully by every reader of the INTELLIGENCER. As is well known, Mr. Fretwell sells tbe ve hicks manufactured by this Company, and if you contemplate buying a buggy it will pay you to give him a call. Hartwoll (Ga.) Sun : "Mr. W. L Dob bins, wife aud sons, J. C, J. H. and Willie, were tbe guests of Prof, and Mrs. S. M. Bobo the first of the week. Mr. Dobbins is a representative citizen of the Palmetto State. lie is much pleased with Hartwell and has an idea of buying a place near town so as to send bis children to the In stitute. He will be heartily welcomed." Pickens Sentinel: ''Capt T. J. Mauldir, of Anderson, came in last Tuesday evening for a few days' visit to relatives in Pickens. Ho is looking hale and hearty, as if Ander son agreed with him. But "Tom Joe pos sesses the knack of adapting himself to circomstances, and getting tho best there ?9. We feel sure that in the near future Anderson people will be glad he came among them." The Rock Hill Herald of the 18th Hays : ' Monday afternoon little Miss Mar?, daughter of Rev. and Mrs. T. C. Ligon, sustained painful injuries by being thrown from her bicycle. A crowd of little ne groes wore standing on the street corner and, although she rang her bell, one of tbem ran in front of her and caused tho fall, which resulted in the little girl's right arm being sprained." Dr. Wm. F. Mercor, of Greenville, will arrive in Anderson next Monday and spend the week at the Hotel Chiquola. Pereons afflicted with diseases of the eye, ear, noso and throat would do well to con sult him. Dr. Mercer makes a specialty of these diseases, and has a large practice in upper Carolina. On former visits to Anderson ho has treated a nnmber of pa tients quite successfully, and they com mend him very highly. Read his card in another column. Brushy Creek and Elabtown baseball teams will cross bats naxt^Saturday after noon, Aug. 28th, on the'Brushy Creek diamond?Mr. Rosamond's pasture. Af ter the ball game there will be a "lawn party." Dancing and other amusements will bo indulged in During tho afternoon ice cream and cake will be served for the benefit of tbe ball team, to help defray the expenses incurred during the summer. The public is invited, and especially tho young periplo. Don't forget your change, boys. Mr. John L. Savage ditd at his Lome in Wllliamston last Friday morning, alter a short but painful illness, aged 42 years. His remains were interred at Fairview Church on Saturday. Mr. Savage was one of tbe leading business men of William-iton, being engaged in the mercanfile business as a partner of Mr. G. W. Sullivan. He was an elder of the Presbyterian Church, and was most highly esteemed by his friends and acquaintances. Only a few months ago he married Miss Jennie Root, near this city, who. with his oged mother, survives him. It was a lovely day?all nature wan se rene. They had taken a long ride Into tho rural retreats upon their wheels. He was deeply in love and formulated the endear ing terms he would use. They ccme to a shady spot. The birds were singing in tho tree3, and they rested upon tbe green turf, and, taking her hand, ho began, ''My dearest," when he jumped four feet in the air and yelled such impreqations thai; the frightened giti thought she bad a mauiac to deal with instead of a lover. s 3 9 Ho had only seated himself ovor tho opsu ing to a yellow jacket's nest. Tha home journey, It is reported, was ruado in si lenes. Henry Williams, a notorious negro boy, about 17 years of age, who has given the police a great deal of trouble since he was big enough to walk, will now likely go to the penitentiary for a term of years. Last Saturday evening he fell out with ,I?m Brown, another negro boy, fnd, pull ing his pistol, fired at the latter, the ball just grazing his shouldor. The pedice made an effort to arrest Williams, but he escaped. On Sunday Joa Brown, the father of tbe bov who was th^t at, went on tbe hunt of Williams, who was located in the woods on the northern suburbs of the city, and after a long chape captured blm, brought him to tha city and turned him over to the police. On Monday morning Mayor Tolly gave tho negro thirty days on tha streets. After hoservee has aentence he will bo turne.i over to Sheriff Green, Mrs. M. K. Vandiver met with a pain ful accident at the homo of her son, Mr. Jumes R. Vandivor, in this city, last Sat urday, She has been quite feeble fur snme time, having almost lost imr eye sight, and on the evening named, while visiting the family of her eon, sho started out on tbe piazza, the floor of which i3 a few inches lowarthan the honso fl jor. As she passed through tba door she stepped down and was fcuddonly thrown to the floor. The mombors oi' tha household were soon at bar side and assisted her to bed, where she has been confined over since, not being able to turn berseli f-om ? side to the other. No bones were broken, hut she was painfully bruited and the shock to her nervous system was very great. Her many old friends will regret to near of her accident, and will Join us in wifihing her a speedy recovery. The Charleston rost of the 20m inst. paye : "Last afternoon Attorney J. H. Grant, of Anderson, representing M. Ferst, Socs and Company, of Savannah, filed in the United States circuit court a bill for injunction and relief. Accompany ing tbe bill was an order, from Judge Si monton, issued in accordance with the facts and prayor of the bill, restraining the dispensary constables from Beizing. and confiscating the liquors of the complainants, now stored at Anderson. The injunction is somewhat different from those previous ly issued, in that it decrees that tbe State sball hold tbe liquor subject to the further order of tho court, and that during the same period and until such ordor of the court, tha complainants will not import any liquors into the Stata for its Anderson agent. The order is made returnable on the 30th instant. The complainants al lege that tbey have been damaged to tho extent of ?3,000 already, and tbey are threatened with damages to the amount of ?5,000. The defendants named in tho ; bill are: Joseph R. Fant and Nelson R. Green." Mr. Robert L Arnold, third son of Mr. John L. Arnold, died at bis borne in this city Tuesday morning, about -1 o'clock, from the effects of an ovordose of lauda num, which ho drank with suicidal intent last Saturday afternoon. For several days preceding Saturday he had been drinking considerable whiskey, and that afternoo he eecured a two ounce vial of laudanum ? and told several of his friend? that ha was going to and his life. His friends, how ever, did not think ho meant what ha said, and joked him about his threat. Ha started boma, and when ho reached the 1 Southern freight depot he met another friend, to whom he repeated the threat of ; taking his own life. Ho oxhibited tbe vial and in a few Eeoonds turned it up and drank a portion uf the contents. The un fortunate young man was carried io his home, which wan near by, immediately, and tho Doctors Nardin were soon at hie 1 bedside. They used every effort to get the poison from his stomach and finally sue- 1 ceeded. On Sunday Mr. Arnold regained 1 consciousness, but his symptoms were not favorable, as the poison had affected his heart, and the attending physicians told the parents that tho young man wa9 in a serious condition. Everything possible was done for the relief of the young man, who seemed, in his conscious moments, to regret his rash act, but ho was beyond hu man aid. Many of his friends do not be Kially intended to commit suicide. 1 The deceased was about ?? years ofoge, and wua a robust, fine-looking man. Ho was a skilled paintor, having served his time at that trade undor his lather. The funeral took place at homo this morning ut 10 o'clock, and waa conducted by Rev. J. J. Beck, after which the remaina were interrod In Silver Brook Cemetery. Tj?k [NTEf.tfGEXCEMt o.Uends to the family its warmest sympathy and asks that God will softly and tenderly heal tho wounds that now feel so deep. LH MiWI.IIII MIHI I I.MPin?M? Iielton Iten e. A good rain, which was m neh nee leti, fell hero Saturday morning. Cotton is beginning to open, and the pinners are preparing for their part of mak ing It ready for market. Messrs. Herman Pooro, W. C. Brown and Fuller Horton are oil" for a few day'e stay in the mountains. Messrs. Walter Cox and J. T. West, of Pelzer, have been visiting relatives (?) here Bines Sunday. Mrs. Fannie Sutherland, with her daughter, Misa Pawnee, and Miss Annie Qriffla, are in tho Tonoy Creek neighbor hood visiting rolatives this week. Miss iSarah Mattison, of Varenne3, is visiting Miss Brown. Miss Mildred Cox is visiting Mrs. Stokes. Quite a good doal of building has beon done in this community recently. Among those who have recently built dwellings, are Messrs. John Harris, Harvey Cum minge and B. H. Gr?er. Mr. E. Willing ham is constructing a nice dwelling near the school houso. Mr. R. A. Lewis nnved into his new store yesterday. Tbe building is certain ly a model of convenience and beauty, and we feel very proud that Mr. Lewis' busi ness has been such p.s.to justify his build ing euch a handsome store. The walls are constructed of the very best cherry colored brick, and tbe entire front is iron and plate glase. There are two rooms, each of which are 110x25 feet. One will be used for dry goods and the other for groceries. Mr. Lewis proposes to keep a full and complete stock of dry goods and grocer ies, and will add a complete line of hard ware soon. Ho has a strong and efficient force to assist him in hie business. The names of his salesmen are as follows: E. T. Breazeale, H. W. Klrby, 0. K. Poore, W. II. Cobb, Jr., and F. W. Vaughn ; book-keepers, W. A. Clement and M. W. Grubbs ; Mrs. M. J. Williams and Miss Aria Burch will have cherge of the dress-making and millinery depart ment. The Belton people believe there is no better town of its size in the upper part of the State than Belton. There were more than eight thousand bales of cotton Bold here last season, and our merchants expect to buy at least twelve thousand bales this fall and winter. Mr. D. A. Geer repre sents and buys for the Augusta Compress Co., of Augusta, Ga., and Mr. R. A. Lewis buys for the Pelzer M'f g Co., which ia the largest cotton mill in the South. Messrs. Geer Bros, have employed Messrs. W. C. Brown, W. F. Wllltngham and Frank Jackson to assist their already efficient force in wailing on the fall trade. Messrs. J. A. Hutchinson and G. R. Dodd have moved to Anderson. Both of these gentlemon are employed by the rail road, and the schedule has been changed so they stop over in Anderson Inetead of Belton, as they formerly did. Mr. J. K. Breazeale will soon occupy the house made vacant by Mr. H. M. Geer's removal to Piedmont, and Mr. J Clem ent will move Into Mrs. McDavid's house. We welcome both of these gentlemen Into our midst. Miss Jessie A. Sanders, of Chester, S. C, will have charge of the primary de partment of the Belton High School the coming session. Miss Sanders is an expe rienced and competent teecber, and we congratulate ourselves that we have se cured her services. She will also teach Art in connection with her active work. Miss Mattie Brown will teach music, and all of those who have heard her perform know they can make no mistake in trust ing the musical training of their daughters to her. The prospects for a large and flourishing school are flattering, indeed. Quite a number of young men have signi fied their intention of boarding here for Bchool advantages. The session opens, Mondav, the (Uh of September. * * * * Comer Creek Items. Since my last letter wo have kad a good rain, and everything is moving along icol y. Hugh M. Bigby, one of our old boys, wbo is now clerking for Cox A Bigby, at Pelzer, visited hie parents Sunday. Miss Minnie Kay, who has been visiting her friend, Miss Eula Young, of Grove, has returned to her home. Mr. B. F. Gaesaway visited relatives at Eagle Grove, Hart County, Ga.. last week. His wifo, wbo had been visiting her daughters for some time, accompanied him home. L E. Wilson, of Honea Path, called on his girl last Satu day night, who is visiting in our midst. AndMayf?li hsR withdrawn from the Senatorial race. Ye?, he saw he could never get to the Senate as loog as McLau rin was in the race. The others can't see as he did. but in a few days will see which way the tide turns. Watermelons are getting scarce, but J. T. Gaseaway has a tino late patch. He pulled one last week that pullen the scales dowu at 50 lbs. Can anyone beat it? Tyro Sunday-School Uiaion. Tue Sunday School Union of the Third Dittrict, Saluda Association, will meet with the Flat Rick Sunday-School the fifth Sunday in August at 9 30 o'clock o. m. Davotional servic?? for fifteen minutes, to be conducted by E. J. Buchanan. Subject ;for discussion: Tho dav's lesson, "Paul opposed at Ephe buV?Acts 10: 21 to 34. Speakers, J. L. Tribbia and Wm. Eskew, twenty minutes each. General discusr.ion, epeakers ten m?nales each. W. E. Lee, for Committee Money to loan on real estate. Apply to Tribble Prince, Attorneys. Mrs. Gurganus, Graduate ia Voice Cul turo, having testimonials as regards ber proficiency in tbc Art of Singing, and abil ity to teach, will remain in Anderson dur ing the ooralog winter, and will give les sons in Vocal Culture, Italian Singing and Sight Singing. The latest methods used. Rotular course includes Voice, Solfeggio, Theory, Harmony, History of Music and firtt three grades of Piano Your patron ago is solicited. Terms reasonable. Or.o moment, friend, before placing your oidor for a Mower. Please Investi gate the merits of the Deerlng Ideal. Brock Bros, are sole agents. WANTED?To exchange a good second hand Crawford Bicycle for fresh milch cow. Jersey preferred. Inquire of J E. Sterick, at Archer & Osborne'e. The name?Deerlng?attached to a mow er, signifies the highest attainable perfec tion and excellence, the product of ripen ed skill exercised upon the finest quality of material. Roller and Ball Bearings throughout. Every one fully guaranteed. Brock Bros, are sole agents. FOR SALE?One eight-Horse Power Frick Engine in good repair. Also, one Gin Whet and G?mmer combined. For further information call on H. C. Towu Bend or E. G. Evans. 7?2 Brock Bros, are headquarters for Ma chinery and Machinery Supplies. Cut Flowera, Pot Plants and Palms for silo. Mrs. J. F. Clinkscales, 212 Main St. Brock BroB Bell the old reliable Chatta nooga Cane Mill?the king among mills. On Rubber and Loatber Belting Brock Bros, have prices to beat the world. Be euro to see thorn bofore buying. Examine my stock of buggies and har ness before buying. J. S. Fowler. Dj you know the worth of the "change able speed" in a Mower? The Johnson has it. You Bhould not bo without it. Sullivan Hardware Co. sell the Johnson, tho only changeablo speed Mower made. A Pine Fibre Mattress is absolutely proof against bed bugs and insects of every description. G. F. Tolly ifc Son sell them. 3?3m. Tho Sullivan Ilirdware Co. keeps ahoad. The Johnson Mowersold by thorn beats the world. Try the Johnson Mower in the field if you want to know what they are worth. Tho * changeable epeod" feature in the Johnson makes them 25 per cont, more valuablo than any other Mower. You can get bargains in buggies and har ness at J. S. Fowler's. Doering Mowers lead because they are lighter, stronger and b.'ttor. Every one we Bull you we are sure to sell your neigh bor. Use tho Doering and bo content. Yours, dita Brock Bros Buy the best. Sullivan Hardware Co sell the Johnson Mowers. Theeo are good, better and best Mowers. The Johnson is the bestand has improvements others can not touch. Sullivan Hardwaro Co. know something about Mowers, and if you don't believe it they will provo it with a Johnson change ablo epood up-to-date Mower. If you are going to buy a buggy and harness it will r^y you to examine my 3tock. J. S. Fowler. AFRICANA will cure Eczema and Ca tarrh to Stay Cured. Summer C learance Sale 0 0 9 AT 7 ilWs. All Summer and Hot weather Goods must be sold to make room for Winter stuff. Prices no object. The Goods must go out. and there is only one way to do it?put prices lower than the lowest. This we have done. If you contemplate buying anything in the way of? SUITS, ALPACA COATS, ALPACA COATS and VESTS, SICILIAN COATS and VESTS, LINEN CRASH SUITS, CRASH PANTS, KNEE PANTS FOR THE BOYS, KNEE PANT SUITS, PANTS FOR MEN, NEGLIGEE SHIRTS, With and without Collars, WHITE SHIRTS, Better see us and get our prices, We pro pose to run off all summer goods regardless of cost. I Come and inspect. Truly yours to please, H ALL & MILFORD Clothiers, Hatters aid Shoera, ANDERSON, - - - - S. G. Only a few more fleeting weeks and our es " \ng of the past. if??f 1)0(1 If you expect to spend a Dollar during the month of August make a thorough investigation of our entire Stock before doing so. investigation will cost you noth ing and might save you something. MEMBRI mm, - A.ISD amr f?rising IP goods. Come, give us a bill during the last month at the old stand. A.fter September 1st You will find us in our New Quar ters on. WEBB CORNER, Where we will endeavor to show the prettiest Stock ever shown in the City. Very truly, C.F.?ES5C0. A ? Golden TO MAKE YOUR SPRING PURCHASES" IN ::?:::> DRY From a FULL and COMPLETE STOCK at an actual spring 3f the merchants' profit. Having determined to retire from business, the entire Stock of? ... IS NOW OFFERED . . . At Actual Cost ! Not one cent profit will be asked on a single article in the Store. This offer is made in sincerity, and will be followed, to ?he letter. It matters not how often the alluring sign "At Cost" may have deceived you in the past, this is a? GENUINE, BONA FIDE OFFER. The Stock is fine and complete ; not an old broken Stock, but fresh, choice, attractive Gcods in every Department. Cost Prices will take the Goods away quickly, and if you would benefit yourselves by this slaughter sale come and have first choice. ALL SALES ARE FOR GASH ONLY. Nothing will be charged. We omit prices in this an nouncement, as they convey no idea of values. Come, see and be convinced this is a GENUINE COST SALE, and be benefited. U. E. Seybt STOVES AND FRUIT JARS BY THE CAR LOAI>, One Quart Fruit Jars 60c. per dozen. Two Quart Fruit Jars 80c. per dozen. IAM now running two wogona selling STOVES and STEEL RANGES. I can sell you a Steel Range at about one-half the price they have been sold at before, and the Range is guaranteed by the manufacturers' bond, countersigned >y me. If yon aeed a Stovo drop me a postal card and I will deliver it in yonr cook-room for cash, r>r on time for Rood Note until Fall. I continue to handle the old reliable IRON KING and ELMO STOVES. Nothing much need be said about them, as they are ilready so well known for their durability and quick baking, Ac. Now is the time to bny. as I have the Goods on the floor and cannot afford to carry them in stock. I am lender this year in prices on FRUIT JARS, JELLY GLASSES, Ac. Soliciting yonr patronage, JOHN T. BURRISS. COLE & COFFEE For the next Thirty DDay^ WILL sell you a dandy Congress Shoe, worth $1.50, for 61.00. A beautiful Buff Button, for Ladies, w rth 81.25, for 90c. All grades of Shoes at cut rates unheard of. We are glad to say our Shoe trade has been more than we even expected. We have hc.d to duplicate our Shoe bills three times already ; and at the ixtreme low prices we are offering Shoes now we hope to double our business ?r the next thirty days. ?_ We will sell you WATER PROOF GOODS in all the colors, worth "5c. per yard, for 40c. Oue thousand yards OUTINGS and SUITINGS, worth 7c. to 7Jc, re luced to 5c. and 5Jc. CASHMERES that are sel?Dg at 75c. to $1.00 we are offering for 35c. ,o 50c. COLE & COFFEE. THE ANDERSON ? Ile hm Ca * Wants to Insure the Country Dwellings of Anderson County. LOSSES PAID CASH! J. R. VANDIVER, President.! J. J. FRETWELL, Vice President. H. H. WATKINS, Secretary and Treasurer.| DIRECTORS: W. G. WATSON, JOHN M. GLENN, J. G. DUCKWORTH, J. J. BAKER, R. B. A. ROBINSON, B. C. MARTIN, A. P. HUBBARD, J. J. MAJOR, R. S. HILL.