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THE NEW JUDGES. Judge J. W. DoVoro, of tho Eleventh Circuit, and Judge S. W. G. Shipp, of the Tewlfth. * / ' -4 The legislature last week elected Hon. J. W. DeVore judgo of the new Eleventh ciipuiit; and Hon. S. W. G. Shipp judge of the new Tewlfth circuit. 'Following is a sketch of tho livos of the two new judges: James William DeVore. ITon. James William DeVore was born 0:1 May 0. 18f?0, at Fair View plantation about eight miles south of Edgefield court house. Aifteir attending what are known as the oldfield schools in the neighborhood, he 'entered Washington and Lee university, where he finished his education. Leaving school he read law under Gov. J. C. -Sheppard at Edgdfield, and was admitted to the bar on the lGtli of January, 1880, and located in Edgefield. In 1 f)02 he entered polities and ran for the house of representatives, and after two races in ilie primary Ire was elected over his opponent by 2.'l votes i He again entered for the same plac'3 in l!)04 and Iiftd to .mn t-.v> races, healing Isii :p;*oneuL by "JTiti \otes in ll.o second t.u-e. Tn 1000 lie ran anaiii and luj.de! 1 ihe ticket, showing thai he grew l.onger and .-> vongcr before the pvple of his enmity. His record as legislator proves him a man of ability. As a debater he has few superiors, -xs wr.s shown in the many discussions ite participaved in. Mr. DeVore has conducted himself . in such a way as to inspire an.l gain the confidence of the members of die general assembly to that extent which enabled him to offer as candidate for judge of the Eleventh circuit and on February 20. 1908, that body elected him judge over a distinguished com- / pet i tor. Judge DeVore several years ago | married one of Edgefield's most bean-1 tiful and lovely daughters, Miss Sal- | lie Do/.ior. They both come from two j of the best families in the State. Mr. I DeVore i* a gifted- man. lie has a | good judicial mind and will add lus- j trc to the bench. Samuel W. G. Shipp. Samuel Wilds Gillespio Shipp, who was elected judge of the Twelfth circuit, is one of the 'best known lawyers in the northeastern section of the State. He is one of the ablest and yet one of the most retiring men at the bar in the State. He is sought for his advice and opinion, but' was never known In intrude it. He was bora at Chapel Hill, N. C., 48 years ago. ITis father, Rev. A. M. Shipp, D. D., was a professor at that time in the University of North Carolina, his mother was a daughter of Samuel Wilds Gillespie of a family well known and referred to in Gregg's 4 History of the Old Cheraws, whom he married while preaching in Cheraw as a young minister in the Methodist' conference. After the war Mr. Shipp moved with his family to Wofford college, of which institution he was mado president, which position ho filled for nearly 15 years and the new judge entered that venerable college as a student, later graduating at Vanvlerbilt, to which college his father went to fill a chair, and occupied that chair for 15 years, returning, in his old age, to his wife's home in Marlboro county, near'Cheraw, his health Is greatly impaired, where lie devoted his time to literature, his best known book being a history of Methodism. Sam Shipp began the practice of law in Rennettsville with Mr. Xewton, formerly solicitor of the circuit, and quickly advanced in the ranks of " the profession. He moved to Florence, a young and promising city in 18f)5, having formed a partnership with the present Justice C. A. Woods, whoso business connections in that section were very large. He has practiced law at the Florence bar f , t continuously, having been associated in a number of the most notable cns'es in that section, particularly the cfii, forts to defeat the opening of the dispensary over the expressed will of the people of Lake City and iScranton, and other hard fought cases. He has served as city attorney of Florence and was connected with the extensive litigation over the graded school cliai'ter. Tn all of these cases he developed a legal acumen that was remarkable and established himcslf as easily one of tho best posted lawyers in that section of the State and one whose quick and ready) application of legal principles and constitutional provisions could not be equalled. JTo was elected two years ago a member of the general assembly from Florence county, heading the ticket, though lie .had had no political experience and was of a most retiring disposition, little inclined to devotion to the nrente dust. He has made one of the most, valuable members of the judiciary commute? of tho house, j where his legal knowledge and judi- i eial mind so impressed his fellow workers that he was assured that if he would permit his name to be used he would receive a cordial support in the house and the vol? yesterday was tho justification of that promise. Mr. Shipp was married several years ago to Miss Elizabeth Gasque, daughter of Rev. S. S. Gasque of Williamsburg county. He is the father of one little girl. In his family there are two married \ sisters, Mrs. Samuel Sanders of Georgetown, Tex., am! Mrs. John M. i Wo.b'b of Hell town, Tenn., one broth- ' cr, Albert W. Shipp, a merchant of Na^hivlle, and two unmarried sisters, Misses Nannie and Susio Shipp, who still live at the old family home in Marlboro county. The recent endorsement of the Florence bar expressed the high esteem i:i which Mr. Shipp was held in his home town: the personal interest I'll a I every man ami woman who know him took in his "race and election expressed stronger than words the aflect ion I el t for the man as well as the confidence and respect for (lie lawyer and jurist. CLERK HAMER TO RETIRE. Announces to the House that He j Will not Ask Re-election. I hen the house had concluded its ^ business Thursday afternoon and had ] taken a recess until night Clerk Tom j C. Ha me i' took the stand and asked tho attention of the members. He said that for ten years lie had been ] clerk of the house and for nineteen years had been connected with the legislature, first as committee clerk, then as bill clonk, and last as clerk * ol the house. His work in the beginni.ig had been as a co,'n";e bov. when i the assistance thus given him had" helped him to get his education, and he wished to express to tho members of the house and the people of tire State his appreciation, especially for i the consideration which the members ol the house had shown him and their support. It was with a heart full of gratitude, he said, that he made the announcement that he will not be again a candidate for the position. Tn making this announcement, he said, he wanted to suggest that the work is getting very heavy for the pay, and that the clerk should have two assistants instead of one. Mr. Hauler's little speech was greeted with applause. Not only do 1 tho members of the General Assembly regret that he is not again to fill the position, but his friends at the press desk will miss him, as Col. Hamer has always been willing to give the newsipaper boys a helping hand and has ever been courteous and kind. Filling Many Wants. London Answers. One of the most useful trees in the world is a species of palm which grows in Brazil. It might safely be called a vegetable emporium, for it yields everything, from medicine to cattle food. From the roots is obtained a very valuable medicine which is used for purifying the blood in spring time. Its timber takes a very high polish, and is eagerly sought after by cabinet makers for fine work. The sapbecomes wine or vinegar, according to the treatment it receives. From the sap starch and sugar are also (Obtained. t The fruit of the tree is given to cattle for feed; the nut, ground to powder, makes a good substitute for cofr'ee, and the pith becomes bottle corks. Thus from this one tree are obtained medickie, timber, wine, vinegar, starch, sugar, coffee, cattle food, and corks. It really deserves to <bo called a useful tree. Tho Diagnosis. Judge. Old Mother Confidence lay gasping for breath by the roadside. "All, ha!" said Liquor Dealer with a savage leer. "Too much prohibition." "No, no! Too much rate regulation,' said tho railroad man. "iNot. enough adulteration," said tho food manufacturer. "Not enough rebates and too many < fines,' said the trust magnate. "iSho ought to be protected by a ' bigger navy," said tire admiral. "(Nothing the matter with her at all," said the editor. i "Not enough laws," said the. poli tician. "'She needs a new president," said the partisan. "Too .much dopo and rascality," said the common person, who was growing in wisdom as ho grew in ' years. ^ ^ WHEN YC BY BUYIN order to mak Spring Line Prints 5 ard 5 1-2c. per yard.Percale 7 I 2, 9 and 1 2c. yard. Ginghams 7, 7 !-2, 8 1-3, 9 and 10c. yard. Bleaching 5f 6 1-4, 8 1-3, &c. Bargains, Checked Homespun 6 and 7c. yd. White Homespun 6 and 7 l-2c. yd. Bargains in Worsteds 5, 9, 1 O, 1 1 , 1 2, ! 14c. and up. j rhread 1 c. a rponl. rhread, 2 spools for 5c. I ft few bargains left in Shoes from 88c. j for women up. ' ' ' | A. M. CROSSC "More Goods for Same Money, S II ! 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Hunter. i Some One Else 3U CAN /IONEY 0 OF US? e room for our 3 we offer Men's Hats worth $ 1,50, will close at 75c. 25c. Agate ware at 15c. Cheap for it. Tobacco almost at your own price. 1 Ladies' Undervests from 5c., 10c. and up to 44c. Women's and Children's Hose 5c. pair. Clothing 25 per cent discount.. 1 Boys' Pants 23c. and up. Plows 4 !~2c. per pound. Men's Collars to close at 5c. each. Lot of other bargains. j Come and see them at gljfjp ?J|| >N, Manager. lame Goods for Less Money." job mmum "AS YOIJ I.IK 10 IT" Heroli! nod lews