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Local News. WEDS" E3DAY, MARCH 29, 1S99. Sole of City Bonds. On last Saturday the City Council sold tlie $S,OOO ot' City Hall bonds, for which bids had been asked, and had quite a variety of bids from which to select. The bid accepted was from W. J. Hayes & Sons, of Cleveland, Ohio, who bid SS,192 for a four and one-half per cent. 20-year bond, and agreed to furnish new blank bonds and pay the expense of having the bonds shipped to them and the money transmitted to the City Council. This makes their ? bid equivalent to about $8,240, or $103 for each $100 of bonds. They will take the "bonds in denominations of S?GO or $1,000, and have the interest payable in New York City. Their hid was ac companied by a certified check for SS00, as the City Council had stipulated that ten per cent, should be immediately . deposited by the successful bidder. The bids received show that City of Anderson securities stand high in fi nancial circles. Some of the other bids were as follows, for a four and one half per cent. 20-year bond: Ivane & Co., Minneapolis, Minn., SS,1.JO; John W. Dickey, Augusta, Ga., $S.1'J0; Paul Gadsden, St. Louis, Mo., $S,106.7o. The City Council unanimously concluded that the bid accepted was the most ad vantageous, all matters' considered, and thc bonds will be issued as soon as final ;trrangenients can be made. The record is a good one, and the City is to be congratulated on the result. Death of Col. J. W. Norris. In the death of Col. Jesse W. Norris, which occurred at his home at Varen nes, six miles south of this cit}', last Friday morning at 7 o'clock, Anderson Comity loses one of her oldest and best citizens. He had been seriously ill for several weeks, and his death had been expected at any time by his loved ones. Col. Noms was in the 83rd year of his age and was the eldest son of the late Ezekiel S. Norris. He was born and reared in this County, and, with the exception of a few years, spent his life here. Possessing a bright mind and a studious disposition he prepared him self for college at an early age, and in his young manhood graduated from the University of Virginia, being a class mute of the late Hon. Jas. L..Orr ami ' Gen. Lewis M. Ayer. He then came to Anderson and studied law iu the office of the late Judge Whi'tner. He was soon admitted to the Bar and later lo cated at old Pickens Court House, where he practiced his profession for a number of years. When Pickens County was divided he returned to his old home and since that time has been engaged in farming. He was twice married, his first wife being a Miss .Leslie, of Abbeville County, and his second wife a Miss Simpson, of this County, both of whom preceded him to the grave. He was a member of the staff of one ol the ante bellum Govern ors, and in that day took much inter est in the old militia of the State. On account of his age he served the Con it d^racy in the Reserves, and was in service in and around Charleston. Be ing possessed of a modest, unassuming disposition, Col. Norris ne ver sough' po litical honors, though beiug frequently solicited by his friends to allow them to use his name for Tarious positions. In every relation of life he discharged his duties faithfull}' and has gone to reap the rewards of the just and true. Since his childhood he had been a most devoted and consistent member of the Presbyterian Church, and for years was the senior Ruling Elder of the Church in this city. Besides a large circle of friends and relatives, he leaves three daughters to cherish his memory.'Last Sunday afternoon the funeral services were conducted at home by his pastor, Rev. J. N. H. Summerei, after which the remains were interred in the Silver JBrook Cemetery. Palm Sunday at St. Joseph's. "The services at St. Joseph's Catholic Church on last Sunday were most in teresting. The day, as the name sig nifies, is kept in honor of the day our Lord entered Jerusalem triumphant and exalted, amid the joyful attend ance of the. Jews, who carried and Ava ved palm branches before him. The ? Catholics of Anderson were fortunate in havi ; the day kept here, as is cus tomary in all Catholic Churches. Tho altar was beautiful in its simplicity, the only ornamentation being the love ly palm leaves, most tastefully ar ranged just back of the lighted candles of pure white wax; the palms were also in profusion on the side altars and over the doors. Before the mass began the ceremony of blessing thc palms, which was very impressive, was per formed. Whilst the priest recited the appropriate prayers, and sprinkled the palms with holy water and offered in cense, the choir sang that solemn hymn of sorrow, "Stabat mater Dolorosa." After this the mass was said, bringing in the long gospel of the passion. At night the stations ot' the Cross were recited, and a very earnest dis course on the efficacy of prayer was delivered by the Reverend Father Mc Carthy, who also conducted tin; morn ing services. Father McCarthy is the new priest who, through the zealous efforts of Kev. Father Budds, has come to assist Rev. Father McEIroy and him self m the work of this mission. This will enable the Catholics here in future to attend church twice a month. Rev. Father McCarthy has made a most pleasant impression upon all, and we feel sure will do much good in the mission, lie c 'presses himself as well pleased with this part of the country. We hope he may remain long among 1 us. There will l)e iligli Masson Kastor Sunday at lt o'clock, ami also evening services. X. i Cut Flowers, Pot Plants'and Palms for sale. Mies. J. F. CLIXKSCALES, 242 Main St. Pensioners. The County Pension Bonni met last Saturday and about completed i ts work for this year. The list will be made up and forwarded at once to the Comp troller General, who reviews the work of the Board before the applicants can receive their money. There are on the list this year a total of 4CS names, twenty-three loss than last year. Thc following shows thc number in each ToAvnship of the County: Towns? >?> Male Female Total Anderson. 13 21 04 Broadway. 4 S !2 Belton. 15 U 24 Centerville. ll 4 1;~> Brushy Creek. U> 13 2jJ Corner. ? 7 12 Fork. 17 12 23 Garvin. 14 15 29 Honea Path. 15 ? 23 Hall. 7 1 8 Hopewell. S <? 14 Martin . 9 l? 2? Pendleton. 14 13 27 Rock Mills. 7 4 ll Savannah.;. ti <> 12 V?rennos. 7 2 ?) Williatnston. Ill 50 Hil Gr^nd Total. 4GS Shakespeare's Plays. To-night and to-morrow night the Opera House will be occupied 03* Bar low & Baker's Stock Company, which comes to Anderson bearing some high testimonials. To-night "'Damon and Pythias" will be rendered and to-mor row night "< Itliello," both of which are exceedingly interesting. The Spartan burg Herald of the 23rd inst., in speak ing of the Company and its rendition of Damon and Pythias, says: This great play was excellently ren dered by a strong and thorouglily^capa ble company, and one of the most en thusiastic audiences greeted their splen did efforts with spontaneous applause. Seldom has it been our pleasure to wit ness the performance of a more evenly balanced company of artists. Mr. Luke Cosgrove as Damon was all that the most exacting could demand. Mr. Cos grove is an intense and thrilling,actor ascending of ten to heights of grandeur. Pietro Sosso, as Pythias, established himself at once in the hearts of all, and fully demonstrated what a sublime character Pythias is when in the hands of a good actor. Moreton Baker as Dionisius, the tyrant heartily hated, gave a very artistic performance. John Higgins gave avery strongrendition of Suculius. Harry Barlow as Phillistius aided and abetted Dionisius to thc sat isfaction of all, while Miss May Stewart as Calan the was an agreeable' surprise to everyone. Her portrayal of this sweet womanly character was a perfect delight, and won her audience to smiles or tears at will. Miss Blanche Welby gave an ex--silent performance of Her mione Chas. Sheffield as Proells was sol dierly and clever. Tickets and reserved seats now on sale. Admission prices. 2?, 00 and 7~> cents. _^ Belton Items. The Young Men's Literary Society of the high school will give a public de bate Friday evening before the 4th Sunday in April. The query to be discussed is, "Resolved, that prohibi tion isthebest solution of the liquor problem." Messrs. Copeland, Scott. J. C. Pinson ami J. A. Headen arc to make speeches. There will be music ami some other exercises beside tho debat?.', and all together we think those who attend will bc entertained. The pub lic is cordially invited to attend. Hon. A. C. Larimer and family Inn o returned from their Cuban trip ?md, save the two eldest children, who have returned to their college duties, are at their home. They report a most pleas ant and protitable trip. Miss Bessie Chandler, of Atlanta, Ga., came over with Miss Mamie Latimer, and accom panied the Congressional party ro Cubil. She returned to Atlanta yester day. Mr. li. A.Lewis has gone to Balti more to see his wife, who has been there for several weeks undergoing medical treatment. Wc are sorry to chronicle, however, that Mrs. Lewis' health is little improved. They will probably return in a few days. Mr. and Mrs. R. M. Cummings, of Charleston, have been visiting rela tives here. .Mr. Cummings returned home Sunda}'. Rev. Mr. Kilgore Jil led his regular appointment at tho Methodist Church Sunday, and preached two very able sermons. This community is favored with line preaching; few people hear better preaching than is done by Mr. Kilgore of tho Methodist Church and Mr. Tate of the Baptist. Mr. J. M. Ramsey, of Williamston, spent Sunday with his friend, WVB. West. We are informed that quite a good portion of the peach crop lias survived the cold and with favorable weather there will bo plenty of limit. _~_XXX X. Thc Famous Mexican Bull Fighters. This mammoth organization of Mex ican Matadors, Kspados, Toreros, Han derillerois. Capeadores. Picadores and Chulas, will give a true representation of Mexico's National Sport, lin.' Hull Fight, in Anderson Thursday, April 0th. Prominent among this noted candrilla of Mexicans is Antonia Fernandez, tho greatest of all Mexican Hull Fighters. This renowned Matado will appear ul each and every performance. His in conceivable suppl ?ness and agility, while tormenting the formidable bull, is unrivaled in his native country. The honor bestowed upon him for lu's dar ing exploits entitles him Malado De Antonio Fernande/.. - mm % m* Remember the (tame at the Base Hall Grounds. The Bloomer Ladies' Champion liase Hall Club, who are making an exten sive tour of this country, traveling in their own special palace car, will make their lirst appearance in Anderson on Thursday, April nth. when they will play.a game of ball willi the. Working Men's Club. Ladies can attend this game without any feared' being offend ed, as nothing will be said or done that, would shock the most fastidious lady present. (>umc called at 2 p. m. Ad mission to game 20 cents. Towuville Items. Born, unto Mr. and Mrs. I>. L. Kant, ot' this place, on the night of the 23rd inst., u lovely hoy baby. Wc ave very hopeful that we will get thc Black Diamond by our place, as thc company is not asking for local subscription, and we arc on thc direct route. It will bc something grand if T?wnville gets in competition with Anderson. Wc had :i terrible explosion in our town about 10:30 o'clock on thc night of thc 22nd inst., which tove thc store house occupied by Brnce & Bruce very nearly all to pieces. The entire building and stock oil goods were wrecked, the goods all being very near ly ruined. lt is supposed that light ning run in on the telephone, line and exploded a keg of powder, which blew thc building all to pieces and set tire to it. By prompt action on the part of Mr. D. L. Fant, who had not gone to bed, thc neighbors were aroused and the lire was extinguished. Another supposition is that rats and matches set thc store on lire near thc powder amt thc fire exploded thc powder, lt is thought that the lire was accidental. Thc loss was covered by insurance in the Sooth Carolina Mutual. The farmers are getting scared on account, of so much rain. Mr. Editor, we do wish you would look up the rainfall this year and see it* wc ave. not about up on the min ques tion. Wheat is very small for thc time of year and oats are badly damaged by thc severe winter. Very little gardening has been done in our section and we are afraid it will be ;i good while before we eat any green peas. Mis. C. I'. Kay, of Helton, S. C., is visiting her father, W. F. M. Fant, Esq., near this place. Mrs. John W. Gibson, of Cross Roads, Oconee County, died last Friday eve ning after an illness of several months. She leaves a husband and ten children to mourn her death. OLD ROSIN* DI: BOW*. Graded School Honor Koli. (SIXTH MONTH.) Tenth grade-Mary Chapman. Ol 2-10: Bell Beck, 90 2-10. Ninth grade-Albert Johnstone, 04: Louise Johnston, 00 S-0: Eva Murray, Eigth grade-Bessie Simpson, 0(5 3-0; Eunice Bussell, 05; Mary Major, 04 7-9. Seventh grade-William Gordon, 0(5 4- 9; Herbert Nowell, 0(i 2-9: Cora Maul din, O? 5-0. Sixth grade-Addie Brown, 05 2-0; Sue Pinckney. 91; Ted Russell, 00 S-0; Mattie Hill, 00 S-0. Second section-Walter Poore, 04 3-0; Conner Clardy, 02 4-0; Pearl Hayes, 01 5- 0. Fifth grade-Stacy Bussell, 07 0-10; Annie Chapman, 90 9-10; Bessie Tolly, 00 0-10; Lila Brownlee, 00 0-10; Willett Sloan, 00 0-10. Second section-Lydia Wilhite, 05 5-10; May MaCaulla. 04 0-10; Blanche Brown, 03 4-10. Fourth grade-Bertha Duckett, OS ?-S; Cora Wilhite, 97 5-S: Julia Burns, 9G7?. Second second-Nina Sullivan, 90 5-0; Webster Bolcman, 90 4-1); Adele Pr?vost. 0i; :) ?. Third grade-Starke Sullivan, OS,1 .j; John Will Hubbard, 04J-.<; Jean Harris, 04,'._.; Frank Mauldin,'04 3-7. Second section-Thomas Hill 00; Elias Cooley, !)4;:^; George Fant, 03 4-8; Gertrude Erskine, 93 4-S. Third section-Leonard Cummings, 945?; Sam. Orr Tribble, 94 4-?; Willie May, 92 2-S. Second grade-Basil Ayer Vandiver, 01 3-S; Frank Barton 01'"; Alethea Sul livan, 01 '": .Archie McConnell, 00 0-S. First grade-Blanche Tribble, 03 i>-7; Donald Brown, 93 2-7 ; Ruth Watkins, 02 5-7; Harry Geisberg, 02 5-7. Notice to Teachers. Having been requested by ii number of teachers to call ti meeting of the white teachers of Anderson County to consider the advisability of organizing a County Teachers' Association, and to discuss other important questions, I therefore invite every white teacher in this County to meet mc at tho Grad ed School building on April 1st, 1S?9. at II o'clock, a. m. It is very important that all white teachers bc present at this meeting. R. E. NICHOLSON-, Cd. Sup.t. of Education. li ii ok lr n N Arnica Salve. Thc best salve in theworld for Cuts Bruises, Sores, Ulcers, Salt Rheum, Fever Sores, Tetter, Chapped Hands, Chilblains, Corns, and all Skin Erup tions and positively cures Piles, or no pay required, lt is guaranteed to give perfect satisfaction, or money refund ed. Prise 25 cents per box. For sale by Hill-Orr Drug Co You may have seen better days, but you have never seen bettor Shoes than the old reliable ''Chap. Heiser." Cobb ot Crayton, sole agents, and they "sell 'em for less." Do not forget that you can buy all your Spring Bedding Plants and Bulbs from uiy wagon which will step at your door from time to time throughout the season. Chas. A. Moss, Klonst. Easter in almost here, and there is nothing that adds more to u man's dress t.hau a nice pair nf the old reliable Chas?. Heiser Shoe. Sold only by Cobb A Crayton, who "sell 'em for less." The C. A. Reed .Music House has taken the State Agency for the celebrated Co lumbia Graphophone, and is selling them at manufacturer's prices. It will interest every one to call at the Music House aud see this wonderful invention. When it comes to something to wear on your feet, robb A Crayton are the Shoo people. Iron King Stoves are considered the best. Buy one. Osborne & Cliukscales, Sole Agents. Roofing, tin work, galvanized iron work and plumbing done on short notice by Osborne it CiinkRoaloa. Th? c. A. Reed Music House has re cently rac^ived a tull car load of P i au os , and are ottering high grade instruments at lower prices than ever heard of in this country. Have hot water pipes run from your stove to bath room. Try Usborne & CHnkscalos. Fon RUNT-The ollices recently occu pied by Bonham & Watkins, in the IN TKLMHI'XCI'K building. Apply at this ollie??. I r?iri King Stoves aro sold in Andorson only by Osborne ?t Ciinkscales. To Cur? A Cold Iii Ono liny Take L-axative Bromo Ouiniun Tablets. All druggists refund money ?fit fails in cure. 25c. Tho genuine hus L. B. on each tablet. This Year is what we are Out For. Ten Thousand Dollars Cash increase over any former April and May business is what we are working for. The people will need the Goods-we have them of the most choice selection and at most satisfactory prices. Thousands of people pay Cash for every cent they buy. It will take moving to accomplish our hopes, but we don't mind that-it is good for our health. The beautiful display of IV! IL ?NERY Looks like we would get tired of ~ . * " " talking Silks-did you say ? You Took like wild fire. We are not at see our Stock and rou won't wonder all surprised. WP. showed the pretti- j ^ Q^R talking them, est creations in the shape of Pattern Wonderfufline Black Peau de Soie Hats that our Department has ever at 85c, 90c, S1.00 and S1.25. Produced. Black Satins at 75c, 85c, 81.00 We must have your business, there- ancj 31,25. fore we must make pretty Hats-the Taffetas 50c to 81.00. prettiest possible for the money. FarjCy Si]ks for Waists and Dresses Tie appreciate all kinds of Milli- j aj. 25c to 81.00. nery business-low or high priced. i Novelty Dress Patterns no two Great line of Sailors for Ladies', j alike. Misses and Children. Silk Ginghams, Silk Organdies. Visit the Department often. The ? Plaid Dress Goods tor Skirts. Ladies are always glad to see you, j Black Crepou in Dress or Skirt atid to show you their pretty Goods. ! Patterns ; also, good line of same in WASH C00DS. !<1Ipie^mT!: rnnrKI We commence the line with a pr?t- j Will I t UUUUO . ty and stylish line of Linen Colored j World without end, it seems to us, but Leno Stripes at Gie-would easily re- j this is a White Goods season, and we tail over any counter at 10c. j are glad, for there's nothing prettier Ginghams at 5c, 10, 15c, 20c and j Lawns, Swiss, Mulls, Organdies, P. K., 35c. j Dimity, &c. Organdies 5c to 81.00. Quite a popular fad is Dotted j P. K's. 10c to 50c. Anything and Swiss Mulla at 10c, 15c, 20c. ; everything in White Goods. THAT MUSLIN UNDERW Has arrived. We can supply you with the mo3t satisfactory and economical Ready-to-Wear Muslin Underwear in your reach. If you havent seen it you will be sure to be pleased when you do. Thc verdict of the Ladies who see it is, "No use to sew when you can buy them Ready-made at such prices." Miss Leila White and Miss Jennie Sadler will take pleasure in showing them to you. For want of room we have had to take them up stairs, but there you will find good light, plenty of room, &c. CLOTHING, - AND - GENTS' FURNISHINGS. Havent sold all of those Negligee Shirts yet, but the Boys say they are going to do it, and that we need have no fears. That's a good determination and we believe they can do it, for they have the Goods and prices, and then determination cuts quite a figure in the mercantile busiues. MEN'S SHOES. Havent said much about them lately, but it's not too late. Everybody in thia section, knows that we keep Shoes, but for fear some one will overlook the fact we will just say that we have Shoes in abundance, and want to sell them just as bad as anything else. Let us fit you up all around. Remember we are Headto-Foot Outfitters for Men. Women and Children. CLOTHING. What about that Easter Suit ? Don't you want to be in it ? Well, we want you to be in one of our Suits. 87.50, S10.00, 812.50 or S15.00 gives you a thing of beauty, which, you know, is a joy forever. Fixing up a lot of the Boys, and ready to fix up more of them. YOUR BUSINESS IS WHAT WE WANT ! That's what we run a Store for. That is how we make our living. You can't spend your money with anybody that will appreciate it more. If you can't give us all your trade give us as much of it as you eau. We want you to come in to see us, and make yourself at home here. It is our constant aim and endeavor lo please our customers, for we know we must do that to merit your business. Yours verv tm Iv, WORTH OF . . . CLOTHING and NOW UNDER OUR ROOF, Our Buyer, just returned from the Northern markets, purchased the largest and most up-to-date line of Goods ever brought to this market and at prices unheard of. All we ask is that you give us a call, and we guarantee to save you money on every article that you purchase in our Store. Below we quote a few prices : 20 pieces India Mull, beautiful designs, worth 5e, for only. 3c 1 Case Cuipure Lattice, yard-wide. Muslin, fast colors, value 10c, only. 5c 10 pieces Percales, guaranteed to wash, value 10c, for only. 5c 10 pieces Dotted Muslin Scrim, worth 15c, for only. 9?c S pieces 40-incli White Curtain Scrim, value bc,; for oniy. 4c 5 pieces Aca Feather Bed Ticking, value 15c. for only. 10c 10 pieces Mattress Ticking at only. 4?c 7 pieces Black Satine, value 12c, for only. 7-]c 10 pieces Ivanhoe Bleaching, value Sc, for only. 42c 1 Case Fancy Organdies, beautiful designs, value Sc. for only. 5c b'Q White Quilts, value SI.00. for only.:. bi?c 20 dozen Boys' Knee Pants, all wool, value 30c, at only. 15c 5 dozen Ladies' Shirt Waists, latest styles, made of ?rood quality Per cale, regular value 50c, for only.39c 10 dozen Ladies' Shirt Waists, best quality, value 75c. at only. 49c 15 dozen Ladies' Kid (?loves, all colors, warranted value $1.00, at only.. <>9c 50 dozen Ladies' I'ndervests, value Sc. at only. 5c 30 dozen Umbrellas, steel rod. value 75c. at only. 47c 100 dozen Pure Pearl Buttons at only per dozen. 2c 75 dozen Ladies' and (lent's Haukerchiefs at only. 2c 10 dozen li. & G. Corsets at only. 4Sc 30 Boys' Knee Suits, made of all wool material, at only. OSc 20 dozen Gentlemen's Laundered Percale Shirts, value 50c. at only. 10 dozen Gentlemen's Work Shirts at only. SHOES, SHOES, SHOES. 100 pairs Ladies' Dongola Shoes, all sizes, value $1.25, at only. 200 pairs Ladies' Oxford Ties, all sizes and toes, value $1.00, at only 250 pairs Gentlemen's all solid Calf Skins, value Si.75, at only. 150 pairs Tan Camel Calf Shoes, all solid, value $2.25, at only. 100 pairs Children's Patent Leather Sandals at only. 125 pair? Children's Shoes, i to 8, at only. 24c MSc 73c 1.24 1.49 49c 22c Yours truly, LESSEE & CO. Under Masonic Temple, Leaders of Low Prices. Advertisers of Facts. YOU CAN'T JUDGE ? Neither can you fix the value of a BICYCLE by its Enamel. SENSIBLE people want SAFE BICYCLES, and safe Bicycles must have the best material, the most careful construction, and must be made by people who know how-makers who have learned by experienoe. We can interest careful people in the construction of T VIKING If they will give us tbe opportunity. We'll show what goes into them, aud explain why tliey are better than others. Come and see us. -J -fi Ct lita Hardware Headquarters for everything in the line of Bicycle Sundries and Fittings, W. W. SULLIVAN, Manager Bicycle Department. ECONOMY ! IS the foundation upon which all prosperity is based. Inevitable suc cess comes to those who act on principles of frugality in every-day life, and mingle wisdom with economy. Cheapness is not ecouomy when not accom panied by good judgmeut as to val?as, but through our combination of low prices for the best Goods we know that you will find it to your interest to have your dealings with us. We are now prepared for the demands of the SPRING TRADE with a large Stock of DRY GOODS, ORGANDIES, PERCALES, MUSLINS. LAWN, DUCK, LINEN CRASH, In a profusion of beautiful stylos, and the prettiest line of SPRING PRINTS shown anywhere. We ask your inspection of these and a comparison ot prices. OUR SHOES are wearers. Only reliable lines to be found m oui Stock. Ladies' genuine Dongola, Patent Tip, Coin Too, for a leader, SI.25, worth $1.50. Ladies' Soft, Vici Finish, Heel or Spring Heel, Lace or But ton, $1.00. 36 pairs 2J to 4, cost from S1.50 to S2.00, ii we eau flt you,$1.00. Men's Tan Bals, Patent Tip, Vesting Top, Stylish Shoe for $2.00. Men's English Ties for $1.00-this is a bargain and is worth $1.25. MEN'S SHIRTS of all descriptions-the best work Shirt for 25c. And in the GROCERY line we are fully prepared for all (Umauds. > full stock of FLOUR and MEAT. MOLASSES of all grades, bar rels or half-barrels, aud TOBACCO. We have lots of customers who think our 10-pound COFFEE is the best tiling they can drink. We are reaching cut for more trade, aud exerting ourselves to get it. Let us make a customer of you.