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Local News* WEDNESDAY, JULY 12,1899. Death of Captain Hill. - Capt. Thomas F. HiU, ol' this city, died at Cashiers, N. C., last Sunday af ternopii at 3.30 o'clock. He had been, in feeble health for a year or more, being- afflicted with consumption, and spent a good portion of the past winter in Southwest Georgia. When the hot weather came on he returned home and later went to Casluers, where he gradu . ally grew weaker until death came to his relief. The announcement of his death, therefore, was no shock to his ^- friends and relatives. The remains were brought to Wal halla Monday, and that night, through the kindness of Superintendent Ander son, a special train brought them from Walhalla to Anderson. fin yesterday afternoon at 4 o'clock the funeral services were held in. the First Methodist Church, and were con ducted by the pastor, Rev. W. W. Daniel, assisted by the Presiding Elder, Kev. J. B. Wilson, and Rev. W. T. 7 Capers, of the Episcopal Church, after which the remains were Md to rest in Silver Brook Cemetery with the honors of the Masonic fraternity, the Knights of Pythias acting as an escort, the de ceased being an active and devoted member of both organizations. The order of the funeral procession was as follows : Mounted police, City j : Council, hearse, active pall-bearers, j f:: honorary pall-bearers, Masons, officiat " ihg clergymen, Knights of Pythias, ;, members of family, friends and citi zens. \ Captain Hill was the third son of the late Col. Richard S." Hill, and was born in Hart County, Ga,, Feb. 2, 1856. He was therefore in the 44th year of his . age.' In 1865 his father no ved to An derson and he has resid.ed here ever since. In his young manhood Capt. Hill began business asa clerk in the drug store of Simpson. Hill & Co., his ^. father being a member of the firm. He studied pharmacy and passed a very creditable examination before the State Board in 1882. Three years later he opened business for himself. By careful attention-to his w irk he built : np a largs trade. In the fall if 1896 he . purchased the interest of Mi E. P. v Sloan in the firm of Orr .fe Sloiui, and the Hill-Orr Drug Co. was formed. In October, 1887, he married Mrs. Ottie Saddler, of Lowndesville, who with two children survive him, Capt. Hill was a genial, progressive and active citizen, a fine business man, and took an active interest in all the home enterprises. He worked at all times for the upbuilding of Anderson. He was a member of the City Council for several terms, and was elected a trastee of the City Graded Schools when they were established. For a number of years he served as Captain of the Palmetto Riflemen. He was considered one of the brightest Masons in upper Carolina, and wz.s a Past Mas ter of Hiram Lodge. Foi several years he has served as District Deputy Grand Master of the Seventh Masonic District of South Carolina. He was a devoted and zealous member and officer of the Methodist Church. He was a noble man and a ?ne type of the Southern gentleman. He was endowed with an unusually fine mind, which had been well trained in the schools and in the experience of his business relations, and his social qualities were of a high order. His tine Christian life, his uni form kindness, his gentle, lovely dis position, drew around him a large circle of appreciative friends from all classes, who will ever cherish his memory. Anderson never had a more popular citizen, and the removal of such a mau by death causes a loss that will be felt not only by a bereaved .family but by his Church and the community. While the shadows of sorrow have gathered over the lonely home and our entire city, he is "not lost but gone before," and at Heaven's gate he .viii greet the loved ones left behind. As a mark of esteem and respect all the business houses were closed during the funeral and the bell at the City Hall was tolled. At a called meeting of the City Coun cil on yesterday morning liie following resolutions were proposed by the Mayor and unanimously adopted : . Whereas, Capt. Thos. F. Hill, now deceased, was a prominent and public spirited citizen of this comnmnity, and was a zealous and upright; member of the City Council from August 16,1886, to August 15, 1888.. and also from Au gust 15,1894, to August :14, 1896, and Acting Mayor in the absence or disa bility of the Mayor; now, therefore, be it JCesolved, That the City Council, as it work of its high regard for the integ rity and purity of life of the deceased, both as a citizen and publi c official, do attend his funeral this afternoon in a body. Resolved, further, That the Chief of Police and one assistant, mounted, attend as an escort to the remains. Besotted, further, That the City Hall be closed for the day and crape be attached to the doors, and that the Janitor toll the city bell from 4 o'clock until the remains reach the Methodist Church, and again from the leaving of the Church until the remains reach the Cemetery. Resolved, further, That these resolu tions be spread on our minutes, a copy be furnished to the family of deceased under tibe hand and sea], of the City Clerk, and that the papers of the i ity be requested to publish same. If you want Shoes with honest work, honest leather and at honest prices, buy the Gainesville. home-made Shoe from Jno. A Hayes. Every pair guaranteed. Once a customer always ono. 3-2 What improvements diMtingn?3h the "Champion Mowers1' sold by Sullivan Hardware Co? One among others is that the old troublesome ritman on all other Mowers is abolished on tue "Cham pion.'1 A new and vastly letter device is substituted which enables the "Cham pion" to work araid stumps,rocks, ditches ?nd ground where others fail or soon wear out. If you want the best Shoe on earth buy the Gainesville hand-made Shoe from John A. Hayes. Every pair guaranteed. Boy once and you will buy again 3-2 Iron King Stoves are sold in Anderson only by Osborne & Osborne. Corner Dots. Since thc last time we wrote. Mr. Editor, we have been blessed with line rains, which have added much to the life, health and animation of our peo ple, as well as the lasting good and en livening effect produced on vegetation. Our crops, considering the very dry weather (which until recently changed for the wet), are remarkably good, and in some sections of the Corner the crops of both cotton and corn would be hard to surpass. Since harvesting, there has been a good deal of time devoted by the farm ers to pea culture. We are glad to sec that oar farmers are taking so much interest in regard to their own interests I and that they are cognizant of the fact that the production of peas and pea vine hay rank by the side of cotton and corn, if not surpassing either, while its main quality is to build up land which has been pulled down by the former crops, and to preserve it to the farmer for more abundant crops in future years. We would like to see even more land sown down in peas. For some time past our community has been the scene of much mirth, merriment and jollity, especially among the young folks. Parties and moonlight pic nics have been the order of the day. A moonlight pic nie to McGee's ferry, on Savannah river, was much enjoyed. Also parties at the residences of Rev. R. C. Ligon and Mr. R. P. Clink8cales. At both these every thing was done that could bc for the success of the pavty and enjoyment of the guests, and nothing was left un done that would enhance the pleasure of the visitors and friends. Mr. W. T. A. Sherard, accompauied by Mr. Christie Sayre, of Anderson, went to Abbeville last week in order to attend to business. Miss Bertha King, of Charleston, who has been visiting the family of Rev. R. C. Ligon, left Wednesday to visit friends and relatives in Aiken. Miss King, by her pleasant manner, won a great many friends, who will be glad to welcome her hack again. Misses Edna Whitmire and Della Riser, of Greenviile, S. C., who spent several days with the family of Rev. J. V. Black, returned to their home last Thursday. Their stay among us was a gooree of great pleasure, and we were sorry that they could not stay longer. A number of our citizens, together with friends from an adjoining neigh borhood, took a da^ off last week and went seining on Savannah river. Mr.Lee Mason, cf Atlanta, Ga., wor shipped with the Presbyterians at Good Hope Sunday. Miss Louise Ligon is visiting friends and relatives in Long Cane, Bellevue and Troy, in Abbeville County. Dr. t?. W. and Mrs. Sherard, formerly of the Corner, hut who have been liv ing in Lebanon, Abbeville County, for the past few years, spent several days in our midst recently visiting friends, and relatives. Dr. Sherard has many friends around here who are always glad to see he and his family. Miss Lillian Irwin, a pleasant young lady of Antreville, is visiting her friend and schoolmate, Miss Ellen Sherard. Misses Iola Johnson and Bessie; Shankliu, two charming young ladies from Anderson, are visiting Mrs. J. A. Cook. Dr. J. E. Watson and Prof. S. B. Sherard attended the pic nie at War renton last week. They report having had a most delightful time. Miss Gussie Cunningham, a charming young lady from Lowndesville, is yis iting her two cousins, Misses Virginia and Lila Sherard. Miss Ella Sherard went to Anderson Saturday night for the purpose of attending the Normal School. Miss Sallie Sherard, one of our mos t attractive young ladies, after a very pleasant visit of three weeks among friends and ?-'datives in Gastonia, N. C., Laurens and Clinton, S. C., returned home Saturday evening, much to the delight of her many friends. Miss Annie Beaty is visiting friends in Mt. Carmel. MissBeatress Thornton, of Hartwell, Ga., is visiting friends in the Corner. Mr. and Mrs. Arch McMahan, of Har t County, Ga., but who formerly resided in our midst, are visiting friends, rela tives ?nd acquaintances. Mr. and Mrs. McMahan have many friends on this side of thc river who are always de lighted to see them. The communion service will be con ducted at Generostee next Sunday. Preaching will begin Friday night before and will continue for several days. The pastor will be assisted by Rev. Dr. Moffett, of Charlotte, N. C. DitAro. Zar line Breezes. Our farmers are very busy layl?g by their crops, getting ready for a much needed rest. Their anticipations for the summer is very great, as some of them are speaking of going to the mountains in wagons and taking the whole family, cook and all. Wouldst that be line ? There is a great deal of sickness in our vicinity now. Miss Margaret liobinsou, who has been sick with fever, is now able to be out again. Quite a number of our young people attended thc annual pic nie at Sunny Slope last Saturday. They must have had a tine time, as that has been their constant talk since their return. Sunny Slope is, as the name explains, a beau tiful place for a pic nie. Miss Rozella Bowen is visiting in Lowndesville this wrek. Mrs. Belle Ables and little daughter, Mattie, spent Saturday and Sunday in Belton. Miss Fannie Branyon, who has been visiting iii Zarliue for the past two weeks, went to Belton Tuesday, accom panied by Miss Leslie Branyon. After spending a few days there they will visit relatives and friends(?u Anderson. Mr. Cheatham Taylor, of Clayton, spent Saturday in '/arline. Messrs. Walton Adams and <?o<?. Thornton,'two of Hartwell's handsome young men, passed through this sec tion on business last, week. Mr. aud Mrs. S. M. Callahan! were present at the birthday dinner given last Thursday in honor of Mr. Calla han's father, who resides in Level Land. A goodly number of our young men spent the "glorious Fourth" in Pelzer. enjoying the many pleasures of the day. Messrs. Ernest Clinkscales, Olin Hagiu and John McDavid, three of Due West's dashing young men, dashed through Zarline Sunday evening. Born, to Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Bowen, a girl. A jolly iishing party of the Zarline lads and lassies will make the hills ring with laughter again one day this week. The ladies of thc Little Uiver Bap tist Churcli will celebrate the semi centennial of the Woman's Missionary Society nert Saturday. There has been an interesting program arranged for the day, and on Sunday our pastor, Rev. W. D. Moorer, will preach a mis sionary sermon. AtjRicoi.t DUELLA. Bethesda Items. Well, Mr. Editor, I never hear any thing ol Bethesda through your paper, so will write a few lines to let the peo ple know there is such a place. This section was visited by a nice rain last week. Miss Maud Cely, one of our fairest and promising young ladies, who has been attending the Columbia Female College, returned to her home to spend vacation. We wish her a pleasant one among her many friends. She expects to go back when the next session be gins in September. Miss Ada Simpson, who has been sick for some time, we are glad to learn is better. Mr. T. R. Simpson, Sr., and his bride of Denver, S. C., spent last Wednesday night with Mr. E. X. Elrod and family. Miss Mattie Dunlap and brother (Parker), of Honea Path, S. C., spent several days with Miss Janie Elrod and brothers some time ago. Come again. Dr. Hugh Elrod visited one of his old chums, Mr. W. H. Downy, of Union, S. C., last week. Misses Jessie Chiles and Grace Elrod spent last week with Miss Rosa Elrod. Mr. R. T. Elrod and sister were very sick last week, but are glad to say they are better. Misses Maud and Bessie Ashmore, ol' Pickens, came down Monday, July 3rd, and went to Piedmont and Pelzer the 4th. Miss -Leola Elrod has just returned from a visit to Due West and William - ston. She reports a very pleasant time. The store of Mr. Wade Elrod in Simpsonville, S. C., was completed last Tuesday, and he opened up last Satur day. If you want to bc treated "white," call around to see him. He will be glad to see any of his friends. COUNTRY Grin. Asbnry Items. Well, everybody is on a boom. Crops are looking line in this section in comparison to some sections we have seen. Mrs. J. W. Erwin went to Honea Path recently. Mr. and Mrs. B. F. Webb, from Piercetown, S. C., visited relatives in our burg last Saturday night. Mr. Chas. Webb and family worship ped at this Church Sunday. Glad to see them out. Mr. George Gaines and family and Mr. Will. Stevenson and family, of Lavonia, Ga., visited kinfolks in our section last week, and his mother, Mrs J. A. Stevenson, went home with them to spend awhile. We wish her a pleas ant trip. Mr. W. 1). (?iles, a handsome young man from Townville, S. C., visited in our section Sunda}', aud we think enr ried one of our girls back to Townville with him. There was a pic nie at Portman Shoals last Friday in honor of Mr. W M. Bolt's birthday, and every one of his children and all of his grandchil dren but afew were present. We think that must have been one of the happi est family reunions that ever gathered together. After they had all got there they spread before the crowd one of the linest dinners that could be had at a picnic. The table was just loaded until we wondered why it could stand. Of course the young men in charge of the power house are just as kind as can be, and their kindness added much to the enjoyment of the occasion. Mr. Ben. Ashley, of Waco, visited friends in this section recently. Two LITTLE GIRLS IN BLUE. What are the improvements on tbe "Champion" Mowers? Newspaper space costs something and we can only recite one feature. Tbe "Champion" abolishes the old troublesome, ever breaking, ever choking pitman, and substitutes a device worth its weight in gold. Sullivan Hard ware Co. will tell you all about these Mowers. Full Berkshire Pigs for gale. Write or apply to L. Oscar Dean, Deans, S. C. WANTED-Contractors to build a house at Williamston, S. C. Plans can be seen at Williamston. Address B. C. Martin, Williamstou, S. C. .?-i Iron King Stoves are considered tbe beat. Buy one. Osborne tt Osborne Sole Agents. If your Piano or Organ needs tuning or repairs, it will pay you to see Mr. Jas. A. Ruddock of The C. A. Reed Music House, who will guarantee perfect satisfaction to all. Deering Ideal Ball Bearing Mowers are the best running on the market, and whenever tried will be always used. For sale by Brock Bros. Belting and Mill and Gin Supplies for salo at Brock Bros. Hardware Store at very lowest market prices. See us be fore buying and get your money'9 worth. Deering Ideal Ball Bearing Mowers, like ball bearing bicycles, are the light est running machines made, and their equal is not to be found anywhere. For sale by Brock Bros., exclusive agents. Have hot water pipes run irom your stove to bath room. Try Osborne & Osborne. Sullivan Hardware Co. have connected with their Bicycle llepair Departments Machinest of many years experience, Mr. Ja?. T. Rowland, of Donalds, S. C. If vou want your Bicycle repaired by a Bicycle Machinest, who is thoroughly compotent, don't fail to give him a trial. Railroad From Easlcy to Anderson, j (rLVroN. 8. C., July 8. j A meeting was held at this place to day for the purpose of taking sonic steps toward the construction of a rail road from Easlcy, S. C.. to Anderson. S. C. On motion of Rev. O.M. Rogers. Col. J. Jameson was called to the chair and C. L. Guyton wa?; requested to act as secretary. Mr. Rogers in a brief, pointed speech explained the object of the meeting, and urged every one present tn assist in thc work. After some discussion it was decided to have a big meeting at Old Pierce town on Thursday, 27th inst., at which several speakers will be present, lt will be in thc nature of a pic nie, and everybody is invited to attend and bring their dinner baskets. On motion, the following gentlemen were appointed a committee to arrange tor the meeting: J. I. Spearman, K. A. Mullikin, W. H. G. Clarke, C. E. Pil grim, J. R. Guyton, W. M. Laboon, G. M. Rogers, L. M. Mahaffey, R. T. Irby, J. R. Spearman and A. M. Guyton. Committees from other sections along the proposed line were appointed as follows, and they are authorized to act with the above named committee: ' Over Two Hun To Arrive in i I am sole Agent and contr< Old Hickory and Tennesse Babcock, Tyson & Jones, many other makes. These W.igons and Buggie so don't buy a "pig in the poke represented as being "just 'as ;g Wagons have advanced $2. I will continue to sell for thiit A first-class 23 1-4 Wagon The Celebrated "Columbia' and Dust Proof Axles for $50.( When they arrive I will se "Barnett" Buggy for $35.00. 1 must bo sold. While in the West a few d riages at a price that will surp I am in the Buggy and W; one in the business can sell yo spot cash for my goods and get Let every one that wants SURE DO YOU GOOD. * JOS. FRESH LOT OF . . . TURNII Just received at . . . F. B. ( SAVE YO MAKE HJ Little, if any, improvements have within the past decade except on The Chamj Wherein is this improvement, you SOME "PITMAN,"-the weak point the Champion. A great substitute is ? far up above competitors to talk about knife, or throw the Machine out of gee The driver keeps his seat aud the Mac The Champion beats the world an terraces, &c. t^. We will explain why ! SULLIVAN B.A FRESH BUIST'S TU EVANS P WHEELMEN, IF YOU BICYCLES AN 1TOR < Bring the CASH and call c THOMSON I * Brushy Creek-,!. M. Lon.-. J. \Y. Wvatt au tl J. T. Wigingtori. Hopcwcll-A. T. Newell. AV. II. Tucker and C. C. King. These Committees will meet in ;i few days to arrange for the big meeting, and they should hare the assistance and encouragement ol' every citizen along the proposed line. C. L. GUYTON, Secretary. ^ ? m - - Reunion of Students. EMTOK ?XTELr.iGEXOKJi : Thc com mittee on arrangement for the reunion of students of Carswell Institute hav ing a.irreed to hold theirs with that ol' the old soldiers on August Oth, 1890. are requested to meet with their com mittee at Moscow on thc 29th of July at2 o'clock, p.m., to perfect the ar rangements. S. J. WAK Ki-it: LD, Chairman. J. S. JACKSON, Secretary. Iva, S. C., July 10 189?) ' Bicycle economy. The money you pay for a new Wheel is sometimes only part of the price. The bicycle mender gets the rest. But it you buya Viking or a Crescent Bicycle to begin with, from Sul livan Hardware Co., you need have only a bowing acquaintance with the wheel tinker. Ldre? and Fifty lext few Days. )1 this territory for e and other Wagons. Columbia and Columbus, and s arej well known to you all, " by buying something that is ood." 50 each, but to reduce my stock y days at same old price. for^$45.00. ' Buggy, with Grade Wheels )0, worth $65.00. ll you a first-class Piano-Body Worth a good deal more, but ays ago I s ecured a line of Car irise you. agon^ business to s tay, and no u cheaper than I can. I pay ; benefit of all discounts, a vehicle call on me and I will J. FRETWELL. P SEED BRAYTON & CO. [JR GRASS. :HINE WORK. been made on Mowers and Wagons )ion Mower. naturally ask ? THAT TROUBLE on all other Mowers-is abolished on levised, which puis the Champion too . You need not stop the horses or the ir to avoid stumps, rocks, ditches, tte. hine goes on mowing, ywhere-among stumps, rocks, ditches. LRDWARE CO. LOT OF RNIP SEED HARMACY. ATTENTION ! ' WANT D SUNDRIES DOST, >n BICYCLE WORKS, THE BICYCLE PEOPLF. At this season, when all the country papers as well aa the great dailies are teeming with big closing out advertise - ments, we are at a loss to know how to reach the Public. We always want our ads. to be attractive and trade* bringers, and are careful as to what we say lest something be misrepresented. Without using "knock-down" and "drag-out" expressions; we state that all Are being offered at most Attractive Prices. We feel that we must close out great quantities of then within the next thirty days. We don't expect to sell all of them, -but we do hope to put out a great many things. Our Stock was never fresher or cleaner at this season, sc if you are hunting Bargains that will prove to be Bargains when you get them home and make them up, come this way. ! READY FOB SUMMER TOURISTS. New line of Trunks, Valises, Traveling Bags and Suit Cases just received. Have marked them at short margins to make them quick sellers. Received this week two mo.re]lots NEGLIGEE SHIRTS^ Puff Bosoms, Silk Fronts, Madras and other styles. See our 50c. Negligee Shirt. All Wash Fabrics and all strictly seasonable Goods you can buy just as low as you wish. WE GIVE TRADING STAMPS. Yours very truly, C. F. JONES & CO. Great Sacrifice Clearance Sale of all Summer Goods-must be sold m, 11 OW COST, We are taking advantage of this opportunity to close out all odd linea j and broken lots in the various departments REGARDLESS OF COST. Store News of this Establishment is always Interesting, But particularly so just now because of two special reasons-our gigantic Sacrifice Sale and a special purchase of several lines of Summer Goods at substantial concessions from usual prices. These admirably serve as an ob ject lesson of our perfect command over the situation, our striving in your behalf, our tireless energy, our ceaseless activity. We are liberal in our deal ings, liberal in our views and candid in our statements. It's to your interest to shop around, investigate; and just as surely as you do that your good judgment will lead you to this Store. NOTIONS. The Sacrifice offerings in the Notion Department will be ot unusual in terest : Ladies' Gauze Undervest, sacrifice price. 4c Ladies'Handkerchiefs, nice quality, sacrifice price. 2c Window Shades, on rollers, sacrifice price. 6c Pure Linen Window Shades, gilt decorations, worth 35c, sacrifice price.. 21c Children's Lawn Caps, sacrifice price. 6c Ladies' Black and Colored Leather Belts, worth 25c, sacrifice price. 15c Pure Linen Towels, sacrifice price. 8c Ladies' White Lawn Aprons, sacrifice price.-. 10c Ladies' Steel Rod Parasols, worth 65c, sacrifice price. 39c DRY GOODS DEPARTMENT. 1000 yards Gimpure Lattice Wash Goods, 36 niches vide, sac. price- 4k Checked Nainsook, value (ic, sacrifice price. 3?c Curtain Scrims, value Gc, sacrifice price. 3?e Turkey Red Table Damask, fast colors, value 35c, sacrifice price. - I9e Sacrifice Sale of Ladies' Shirt Waists and Skirts. Ladies' Percale Shirt Waist, sacrifice price. . 25c Ladies' Percale Shirt Waist, best quality, sacrifice price. 47c Ladies' White Lawn and P. E. Shirt Waist, sacrifice price. 45c Ladies' White Duck Skirts, sacrifice price. 27c Ladies' White Duck Skirts, braided, sacrifice price. 48c SHOE PRICES SLASHED. We hud ourselves yet with quite too many of certain kinds of Shoes. Nearly every price has been cut, and in many instances 8.11 the profit and some of the cost is cut away. Look over this list : Ladies' Low Cut Oxfords, s'acrifice price. 45c Ladies' Genuine Domrola Slippers, all sizes and toes, sacrifice price. 72c Ladies' Solid LeatherOxfords, value $1.25, sacrifice price . 89c Harrisburg Shoe Co. Ladies' Fine Slippers, value 81.40, sacrifice price - 08c Ladies' One-Strap Sandals, all solid, value 81.00, sacrifice price.75c Yours truly, _ _ LESSER & GO., I'XHER MASONIC TKMPLF..