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GEN. GORDO Officiai N otiee of the I The following circular letter and general orders have been received from headquarters at New Orleans: H'q'rs. United Confederate Veterans, Adjutant General's Office, New Orleans, La., Feb. ll, 1899. To all United Confederate Veteran Comrades: "With the greatest pleasure and unbounded gratification the gen eral commanding hereby transmits to j the survivors of the Confederate ar mies the royal and generous invitation extended to them by the Legislature and Senate of South Carolina, already referred to by him in General Orders No. 210 current series from these headquarters. It is couched in such beautiful lan guage and in such loving terms that it speaks for itself, and is issued with out comment; and is printed as re ported to ohe Charleston JW'ics and Courier, as follows: Columbia, S. C., January 31, 1S99. The House of Representatives to day took formal recognition of the coming Reunion, and, on the part of the State, invited the Confederate Veterans of the South to the freedom of the State on the occasion of the Reunion to be held in Charleston in May. The resolutions, which were in good' form, were prepared and offered by Mr. Weston, of Columbia, ar d were advocated by the author and Mr. Gantt. At the suggestion of Mr. Winkler, of Camden, the resolutions were adopted by a rising vote, something, very unusual in Legislative bodies. The resolutions as adopted were as follows: Be it resolved by the House of Rep resentatives, the Senate concurring, That the State of South Carolina hereby extends her loving welcome to the United Confederate Veterans, who, as her guests, are to gather in the month of May next at Charleston, then and there to hold their last great annual reunion of thc century under the shadow, as it were, of historic Fort Sumter, and hereby grants to them and their heirs, male and female, the freedom of the State, and that the people throughout the length and breadth of t ie Commonwealth be, and they are hereby, called upon to lend their full presence and give amply of their sustenance to the royal greeting and princely entertainment that are due beloved guests in the birthplace of the high and holy hopes which once inspired th?m and their Southern brethren, part of whose host have crossed the Hood and part are crossing now. Resolved further, That die Gover nor be requested to transmit to the commander-in-chief of the United Confederate Veterans a copy of the foregoing, s.ttested by the President of the Senate and the Speaker of the House of Representatives and also by the chairman of the standing commit tees of the Senate and House. By order of J. B. G<?U>ON, General Commanding. Geo. Moorman, Adjutant General and Chief oif Staff. H'q'rs. United Confederate Veterans, New Orleans, La., Feb. ll, 1899. General Orders, No. 210: i I. The general commanding announ- | ces that the ninth annual meeting and Reunion of the United Confederate Veterans will be held as stated in General Ord ers. No. 209. curren s series, from these headquarters, in the City of Charleston, S. C., on May 10, ll, 12 and 13, 1899, Wednesday, Thurs day, Friday and Saturday, respective ly. All Confederate organizations and Confederate soldiers and sailors of all arms, grades and departments are cor dially invited to attend this ninth | general Reunion of their comrades. II. With pride and pleasure he also announces that eleven hundred and j eighty camps are already enrolled in | the U. C. V. organizations, with ap- I plications :iu for over two hundred more. Ex-Confederate soldiers and sailors everywhere are urged to form themselves into local associations, where this has not already been done; and all associations, bivouacs, encamp ments and other bodies HOL members of the V. C. V. Association are ear nestly requested to send in applica tions to these headquarters, without delay, so as to be organized in time to participate in this great Reunion, and thus unite with their comrades in car rying out ihe laudable and philan thropic objects of the United^Confed erate V eteran organization. III. With graceful courtesy thc Ladies' Memorial Committee and the Reunion Executive Committee of Charleston. S. C., have invited all of the United Confederate Veterans through the general commanding to participate in their annual memorial ceremonies, which arc to be most im pressive and inspiring, at Magnolia Cemetery on May 10, thc first day of the Reunion. Thus fixing our annual parade on the first day of the Reunion instead of thc last, as has becu custo mary. The idea is btautiful and ap propriate, and its pathos will deeply N'S ORDERS. ileunion at Charleston. touch the heart of every Confederate survivor, and will awaken the tender est and most sympathetic emotions in the breasts of brave men and noble women everywhere to witness the remnant of the Southern survivors of the mightiest war in history; wending their weary footsteps in the last year of the century made memorable by the story of the glory of their incompara ble deeds, and after nearly four de cades have passed away, upon a pil grimage of love and sacred duty to the historic city, where the sullen roar of the first gun of the great conflict was heard, keeping step as it were under the frowning battlements of forts Sum ter and Moultrie, and marching under the "banner of peace" to pay their tribute of love and homage to the memory of their departed comrades, and to strew immortelle^ over the graves of "Our Heroes" who lie peace fully sleeping awaiting the judgment day in their narrow homes in beauti ful Magnolia Cemetery. IV. With magnificent hospitality, determined not to be outdone by any rival State, and vieing with the muni cipality of Charleston; in the royal invitation extended the Legislature and Senate of South Carolina by a rising vote have invited you within her borders as the beloved guests of their grand old State, granting yo*a the freedom of the Commonwealth, where every home during those four days of May will be your home, and every heart beat will give you a dou ble welcome to the old Palmetto State. South Carolina's hospitality needs no endorsement or guarantee from the general commanding, it is the birth right and heritage of her courtly peo ple, and is a part of the history of that glorious old State. V. The general commanding, there fore, argea the officers and members of all camps to commence now, without delay, making preparations to attend this great Ileunion. and to make a united and concerted effort to secure thc very lowest railroad rates, which he has no doubt the generous officials of Southern railroads will extend to the old survivors, so as to make this Reunion the greatest ever held. VI. He especially urges all camps to commence now, without delay, pre paring for delegates, alternates and as many members as possible to attend, so as to make it the largest and most representative Reunion ever held; as business of the greatest gravity affect ing the welfare of the old Veterans will be transacted during this ninth annual Reunion -such as thc benevo lent care, through State or otherwise, of disabled, destitute and aged Veter ans and widows and orphans of our fallen brothers-in-arms, which will be one of the most important matters for our consideration. In this connection the general commanding calls especial attention to the increasing age, multi plied sorrows and corroding cares of many of the gallant old soldiers, who risked their lives and fortuues for what they considered right during the eventful years of 1801-1*5. 1 brough the mortuary reports received at these headquarters he is daily and almost hourly reminded that the lengthening shadows of time are fast, settling over the old heroes-reaching out already beyond the allotted span of human life, many of whom had already pass ed the age of manhood when, thirty eight years ago, they promptly and nobly responded to their country's call. It is our bouuden duty and the chief mission of the U. C. A'. Associa tion that these unfortunate, sick, disabled and indigent comrades and brothers and their widows and orphans should have our attention, care and such help io their old age as their more fortunate comrades can procure and give, and as their infirmities and misfortunes require. This to him will be a labor of love, and to the car rying out of which he will devote hil best efforts, and in thc prosecution of which sacred work he appeals to all the menbers of the U. C. V. Associa tion who are able for their earnest, prayerful, patriotic help. "We must take care of our old com rades, and in doing this he feels con fident that appeals for employment for the (dd Confederate Veterans, who are so rapidly passing away, and sub stantial aid for these old, sick, wound ed, indigent and unfortunate soldiers will not be made in vain to any State, municipal government or citizen of any Southern State, nor to the rising generation themselves the worthy de scendants of heroes, who art: all alike participants in that heritage ol' glory so proudly emblazoned upon the his tory of each State by unparalleled valor and endurance of these aged, wounded and disabled old warriors, as it would bc ingratitude without par allel and degradation without prece dent that any of these should turn their hacks upon the old heroes ?md their cvcr-glorious records in their (dd age and dire distress. VII. ( )thcr business of the greatest importmce will also demand careful consideralir*?-such as the care of the graves of our known and unknown dead buried at Gettysburg, Fort War ren, Camps Morton, Chase, Douglas, Oakwood Cemetery, at Chicago; Kock Island, Johnson's Island, Cairo and at all other joints. We must care for the graves of ''our dead," and see that they are annually decorated, the headstones preserved and protected and complete lists of the names of our dead heroes, with the location of their last resting place, furnished to their friends and relatives through the me dium of our camps, thus rescuing their names from oblivion and hand ing then) down in history; the best method of securing impartial history, and to enlist each State in the com pilation and preservation of the his tory of her citizen soldiery; the con sideration of tbe different movements, j plans and means to complete the mon I ument tc the memory of Jefferson Davis, President of the Confederate States of America, and to aid in build ing monuments to other great leaders, soldiers and sailors of the State, to give all aid possible to thc Confederate Memorial Association in assisting to raise the money, and to complete the grand historic edifice and depository of Confederate relics and the history of Southern valor, popu larly known as the "Battle Abbey;" and as there is no relief and aid for our Veterans or their families outside of ourselves and our own resources, to perfect a plan for a mutual aid and benevolent association; to make such changes in the constitution and by laws as experience may suggest, and other matters of general interest. VIII. Each camp now admitted into the United Confederate Veteran or ganization, and those admitted before the Reunion, are urged to at once elect accredited delegates and altei nates to attend, as only accredited delegates can participate in the busi ness part of the session. The repre sentation of delegates at the Reunion will be, as fixed in Section 1, Article 5, of the constitution, one delegate for every twenty active members in good standing and one additional for a fraction of ten members; provided every camp in good standing shall be entitled to at least two delegates. Each camp will elect the same number of alternates cs delegates, who will attend in case of any failure on the part of the delegates. IX. Attention of camps is called to Section 5, Article 5, of the constitu tion: "('amps will not be allowed representation unless their per capita shall have been paid to the adjutant general on or before the first day of April next preceding the annual meet ing." X. A programme to be observed at the Reunion, and all the details will be furnished to the camps and to all Veterans in due time, and any further information can be obtained by ap plying to Col. Theodore G. Barker, chairman executive committee, Con federate Reunion, or to Major Gen. C. Irvine Walker, commanding South Carolina Division, U. C. V.'s, or to Col. James G. Holmes, adjutant gen eral and chief Gf staff, South Carolina Division. U. C. V.'s, XI. The general commanding re sp3ctfully requests the press, both daily ano. weekly, of thc whole coun try to aid the patriotic and benevo lent objects of che United Confederate Veterans by publication of these or ders, with editorial notices of the or ganization. XII. The general commanding re spectfully requests and trusts that railroad officials will also aid the old Veterans by gining the lowest rates of transportation, so as to enable them to attend. XIII. Officers of the general staff are directed to assist department, division commanders and others in organizing thei:- respective States, and generally to aid in the complete fed eration of all the survivors in one grand organization under the consti tution of the United Confederate Vet erans. By order of J. B.Gordon, General Commanding. SEO. MOORMAN, Adj't. General and Chief of Stall. Kidney disease is the enemy wc have most to fear as a result of thc feverish restlessness of our much vaunted modern civilization, lt is a treacherous enemy, working nut its deadly effect undercover ol'the most trifling symptoms. The lirst indica tions of changes in thc urine, frequent headaches, digestive troubles should be the signal for prompt remedial measures. Prickly Ash Bitters is a kidney remedy of superlative merit: it is soothing, healing and strengthening, quickly relievos thc aching or sore ness that always appears in the ad vanced stages, cheeks the progress of the disease ami through its excellent cleansing and regulating effect in the stomach, liver ami bowels, it brings hack the strength and ruddy glow ol' vigorous health. Sold hy Kvans Pharm tey. - A resident of Moran, Kan.. has placed in thc local paper an advertise ment in which he challenges anybody to meet him in debate and contest his claim that "everybody except thc Baptists are doomed to hell." For a (dear complexion, bright sparkling eye and vigorous digestion, take Prickly Ash Bitters, lt puts thc system in perfect order. Sold by 'Ivans Pharmacy. A CONFEDERATE HERO DIES The Life Record or a Missouri Fighter In the little cemetery near Pleasant Hill, Mo., is a new-dug grave. A giant sleeps there-a giant in stature, courage, intellect, manliness-Captaic Hiram Miller Bledsoe. Kentucky never bore a braver son, the South had no more gallant defender and Mis souri no truer or better citizen. Some day a monument will be erected in his honor, and upon it a fitting epitaph would be "He was a man." When the last tattoo was sounded Monday its sad notes set vibrating the heart-strings of Confederate veterans the country over, whether they fought with Lee, Jackson, Shelby or Price. In the hearts of all who espoused the South he was shrined a hero. Among those who bore the heat and burden of tho fray and stood beside him in the blare and blast of battle he was more-a demigod. Back in the 60's Bledsoe's Battery made men tremble. Behind it were fighters, who knew not fear, and in command-the lion-hearted giant, who is sleeping now, but who then was a force that shattered and scattered the Federal forces on many a bloody bat tlefield. At "Wilson's Creek, at Dry Wood, at Chickamauga and other places, where the fight waged fiercest, Bledsoe's Battery was in the thickest of the fray. He seemed to embody that sen timent in Aytoun's poem : "Strike ! And when the battle's over, If you look in vain for me, Where the dead are lying thickest, 8earch for him who waa Dundee." Had death come to him in the heat of conflict his body would have been found where the slain were most numerous. In every skirmish and encounter he had some narrow escapes from destruc tion. He was wounded six times, but on recovery never flinched, and was as eager and anxious as ever for the conflict. Captain Bledsoe received his bap tism of blood in the Mexican War. He was one of Doniphan's most dar ing men. When the expedition re turned from the land of the Montezu mas six cannon, captured from Santa Anna at thc Battle of Sacramento, were brought back and stationed on the Capitol grounds. Bledsoe had been instrumental in the seizure of the trophies, and when the Civil War came the ordnance was taken by Clai borne Jackson on thc march South, and became a part of Bledsoe's Bat tery. One of the cannons was a nine pounder, which Bledsoe christened "Old Sacramento." Silver had enter ed largely into its composition, and when discharged it gave a clear ring, which distinguished it from the other pieces. Price's men could tell at a distance when Bledsoe's Battery was in action, because of thc clear, loud voice of "Old Sacramento." In thc ears of its commander the loud, bell like intonation was sweetest music. Often, just prior to a battle, Bled soe would be seen sitting with his head resting between his hands and his elbows on his knees. When thc noise of opening battle resounded he would apparently sink into a reverie, and then, suddenly jumping from his place, exclaim : "Come, boys, let 'Sacramento' sing!' Then soon its voice would be sing ing a tenible song of destruction. It was terrific music in Bledsoe's ears a dirge in those of thc enemy. The Confederates knew when Capt. Bledsoe was in action by the tone ol his favorite cannon, but the Federals recognized him because of his unerr ing aim. Most batteries wen- prone to shoot high, over thc heads of thc enemy: not so with Bledsoe. One day Major Henry Newman, at present chief clerk of thc lower house of the Missouri Legislature, was with in the Federal lines a prisoner when the Confederates opened fire on the enemy. The shells were striking home. Suddenly one of thc I nion I soldiers exclaimed : "There's that d-d Bledsoe again ! ' "How can you teH?" asked Newman. "Why, he always fires low and hits."' There was nothing of austerity in Capt. Bledsoe's dealings with his men. They were Tom, Hick and Harry to him. and he was simply Hi to them. A stranger in camp would not have singled him out as thc commander ex cept for his height-(> feet ll inches. There are many stories current il lustrating his bravery, daring or gene rosity. Herc is oiii> which has never appeared in print. It was furnished by a friend and is unaccompanied by affidavit : One dark night while thc Confede rate troops were camped near Memphis Capt. Bl (id soe became restless and strolled outside the lines. He had not proceeded Far when he heard thc noise- of approaching footsteps. Ile stopped by a tree a ucl waited. Nearci and nearer they caine, but BlcdsOi could see nothing. He peeped oui I'rom behind the tree cautiously. Thc steps caine so near that he believed he could reach out and touch the person. "Halt !" said Bledsoe, in a hoarse, suppressed whisper, at thc same time leveling his pistol in the direction ol thc noise, lt did not halt, but came ? nearer still. It was black and bugged the ground-a big Newfoundland dog. Bledsoe replaced his pistol and call ed to the dog, but was answered by a growl. His eyes had become accus tomed to the darkness and he noticed a canteen tied about the dog's neck. There was a faint aroma of whisky in the atmosphere. The canteen con tained it. He called softly and sweet ly, but the dog would not tarry. He started off in the direction of the Federal camp. Bledsod followed. The dog, it developed, had been trained to his work and was a safe guide to thc Confederate soldier. The owner of the animal proved to be the sentry. His attention was so absorbed by untying the canteen that he did not notice Bledsoe's approach. "Will you treat ?" asked the Cap tain, presenting himself from behind. "Who goes there ?" asked the sen try, as he dropped the canteen and reached for his gun. It was not there, Bledsoe held it. "Ves, I'll treat." Well, the sentry explained that a friend smuggled liquor to him, using the dog as messenger, and they parted the best of friends. Captain Bledsoe was first wounded at Dry Wood Creek. He was shot while standing at the sido of Old Sac ramento, encouraging his men. When the fight had lulled they found him unconscious where the dead were lying thickest. It has been incorrectly stated that he has no relatives. Charles B. In gels, of Nevada, is his nephew, and Robert Bledsoe, of Lexington, Mo., his cousin.-St. Louis Republic, Feh. 13th._ For Lying. Brother Cobson, a member of old, if not of good standing, in a back woods church in Alabama, was drawn up before a church committee on the charge of stealing a hog. The old fel low showed signs of deep humiliation when he appeared before the commit tee, and the nervous manner in which he chewed his "long green" tobacco was evidence that he was anxious as to the outcome of the trial. The chair man of the committee called the meet ing to order, 'and then, looking at Cob son, sadly said : "It do grieve me might'ly to be here." "It don't grieve you nigh as much as it do me." Cobson answered. "I hope not, but I fear it does. Now. Brother Cobson, we want to hear a straight story. Did you steal a hog?" "Well, brother, I reckon you ask the question because you air interest ed in the welfare of my soul." "Yes, brother." "And you want me to tell you whuther or not I stole the hog." "Exactly." . "And if I says yes you will turn me out of the church." "We'll be compelled to do that." "And if you turn me out it will be noised about that I was put out for stealin' a hog, and that would ruin my standin'." "Yes." "And if I say that I didn't steal thc hog you will think that I am lyin'." '"Surely, brother." "And will bc mighty apt to turn me out anyway." "More than likely." "And then it will be noised about that I was fired for lyin'." "Yes. I should think so." "Well, I'd rather be turned out fol ly in*, for as mighty nigh every man in this community is a liar. I'll have a good many sympathizers." "All right, brother: and the report of thc preccedings read as follows: "Brother Cobson stole a hog but was expelled from thc church for lyin'." Dangers of the Grip. Thc greatest danger from Ls Grippe is of its resulting in pneumonia. If reasonable care is used, however, and Chamberlain's Cough remedy taken, all danger will be avoided. Among the tens of thousands who have used this remedy for la grippe we have yet to learn of a singh' ease having re sulted in pneumonia which shows con clusively that this remedy is a certain preventive of that dangerous disease. It will eure la grippe in less time than any other treatment, lt is pleasant and safe to take. For sale by Hill ( >rr I haig Co. - When an Armenian maiden at tains her 17th year, and is not engaged to he married, she must undergo a strange punishment. She is forced to fast three days: then, for'J I hours, her food is salt fish am! she is nut per mitted to quench her thirst. 8MPORTAS3T! 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Call for nice Calendar . Office always open. SET ON THE FENCE AND SLEEP ! . . . W*HILE the procession passes if you want to. Nobody will disturb you. Eut if you are alive to your own interests arouse yourself, shake off slumber, climb into the band-wagon and wend your way with the crowd to THE JEWELRY PALACE OF WILL. R. HUBBARD! They that want the best and prettiest to be obtained in Diamonds, Jewelry, Silver and Plated Ware, Watches and Clocks that will keep time and are backed with a guarantee, Fine China and Glassware and beautiful Novelties, know that to Will. ?. Hubbard's is the place to go. They that want honest treatment know that this is the place to find it. All Goods are justas represented, and are fully covered by guar antee The young man who bas a girl and wants to keep her troes there. Hubbard will help you keep her. The young married couple goes there to beautify their little home. Hubbard beautifies it for you. The rich people go there because they can afford it, and the poor ern there, also, because they can afford it. SSf Everything: NEW and UP-TO-DATE. ENGRAVING FREE. Fl. HUBBARD, Jewelry Palace, next to Farmers and Merchants Bank. OSBORNE & CLINKSCALES Are Sole Agents at Anderson, S. C., for Iron King and Elmo Stoves, Garland Stoves arjd Ranges, AND THE Times Line of Cook Stoves. The above Stoves are bought in Car Lots direct from the manufacturers. Thus we save " middle man's" profit, and also get cheaper freight rates. Cus tomers who buy Stoves from us get the advantage of this. We c?rrv a well-selected stock of FOC Y CHINA, PORCELAIN GOODS, CHINA DINNER SETS and TEA SE?"S. Just the thing for Christmas Presents. Cali ou us. OSBORNE & CLINKSCALES, The Sole Agents for Iron King Stoves. O. D. ANDERSON & BRO. Strictly in it at Lowest Possible Prices. Two Cars Texas Red Rust Proof Oats, And all the country raised Oals you want. These have go. no matter what Cotton sells at. Pure Wheat Flour Rock Bottom Prices. We can give Country Merchants close figures on CHEESE. OYSTERS, TOMATOES, SALMON, SARDINES and TOBACCO. Everybody knows we beat the Town on SHOES, and we propose to keep up our reputation. BAGGING and TIES guaranteed prices. ,7?t- Send us your orders. Yours for Business, O. D. ANDERSON & BRO. M c r c o EC W ip ns td -? Ww > z c cc < 3 H x o S > r/> ~ JJ ^ td K = ? Z 3 % Q K H % l-J Drs. Strickland & King NOTICE. OFFICE IN MASONIC TEMPLE. ,^Sr Gas and Cocaine used for Extract nc Teeth Notice to Teachers. npjTERE will bean Examination ol' jL Teachers on tho ISth inst. All ap plicants must lio provided with paper, pens, ink, ?kc. Those wishing to stand the Examination should bo hero prompt ly at !. a. m., in order to avoid confusion and delay. Ii. PL NICHOLSON, Co. Supt. o' Ed. HIE management of the Equitab'e Life Assurance Society in this territory is desirous of securing the services of a mau of character and ability to represent its interest with Anderson as headquarters. The right man will be thoroughly edu cated in the science of Life Insuia?ce and the art of successful soliciting. There is no business or profession not requiring capital which is more remunerative than a life agency conducted with energy and ability. Correspondence with men* who desire to seenre permanent emplovment and are ambitious to attain prominence in thp profession is Invited. W. J. ROD DEY, Manager, Rock H?L S. C. NOTICE. let 10 thft lowest responsible VT bidder on Wednesday, February IT?, lg!K?, at ll :,. m., tho building of a new Bridge over ( reek near !.. R. Watson's mill, on road leading to Five Forks. Plans and specifications made known on dav of lettinc. W. P. SNELGROYE, Co. Sup'r.