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THE MANNI Entered at the Postoflice at Ml Appelt & Sho] Published Eve Subscription Rates $2.( MANNING, S. C., WEDNE SUMMERION NEWS TERSEtY WRITT[N We have been reading a great deal about the economical situation of our great Southland and what is best to undertake. This may be good "dope" but as a matter of fact none of us really know what to undertake for himself or what to advise his fellow man to undertake. While we very much admire a man of grit and cour age and people who live on the opti mistic side of life, but as a matter of fact we do not see much glory for any one from a financial standpoint in the next year or so. No sensible man believes the boll weevil to be a thing of the past, consequently we cannot hope for much in the way of the crop which has always been our money crop and it is hardly probably that we are going to guess just what will take the place of the cotton as a money erop. It is a certainty that we must first learn what is best adapted to our soil, and to do this will require some experimenting which means con siderable and perhaps might mean still greater losses than the average far mer might think just at'this time. We remember a story about an old doctor who was going to examine a bunch of medical students and after getting the body of students togeth er he asked what they would do in case some serious disease shouhl de velop and they were called, and it is said that the young students began to outline what they would do, some said one thing, some another; the old doctor told them then the first thing to do was to first get to the patient and learn the cold facts and then get down to business. Today we ha vec deionstration agents, governors, collegL')O presidits United State Senators telling us what to do. But what our people need, if we know anything in the world is how to do some of the things that are being told. For instance we are told to keep at least one good milk cow, one brood sow, sow wheat, oats and other grains, but how in the world are these farmers going to get these cows, hogs and grain for planting when as a matter of absolute facts they did not make enough cotton this year to imuc1h more than pa.y their taxes and, really, in some instance.,, not even that much. No, we are not begging for ourself or any one else, but if we are to do these things which we all no doubt agree as the sensible thing there must be a spirit of co operation among those who have the "dough" and among those who need the hogs, cows, seed etc., or else we fear t,:it l:.n ! w l la ie, -ur Iabor will he forcel to hunt new quarters and 1.hen thinogs get good it imlighti he a hard 1oposition to get our good natu red, good workers back into our midst. So in order to help the land renters and contract hands alone let the landlord take some of all the crops grownii as rental, the.-by showing his willingness to share the difliculties ntow confronting our agricultire inter est and you will see a new spirit am:e the laboring class of people. Miss Mary C'lain r1:1-a Pete n of Wi il miigton, N. C., is visiting her sister, Mrs. A. l. Scarorough. Al.is Allen igiii, who has been 5perleing" some0 time( with frieomis in Nort h ('arolina, lias ireturined home. C'ant, and M~rs. J1. A. JIames were calledc to the hedside of their son, Ca~pt ('anr uI '.Jam es at Fredericks har,:. \':c., 1-urIai 'orncinge. A later r'epo' says thait Ca'ipt. .Jamnes under' wentan operatio for1 appndiiti mai ;: conit ion is' ('onsider'ed faivoi ah,!e. '. W. J. Willie w('nt to Atlanta, Ga, l ia inih en buisiness. Mrs. P. J.1 lly is end~ei'ing this .dk i frC is! ini the uppcr Part of tie Sta. dus-d I by L' " 'acr x. T. I' Alori THE METROPOLITAN ORCHESTRA. Th'ils orchestra was orgitalized to meet the dlemand .of commIt toes who die a c1(ompanyii (of the same1 type and( character as the Roumniatn iand Ito hemin oirch(estras whIch so delIghted RledpatIh audIences In past seasons. SIx ard sts (If attainnett comipose the Met ropollItain Orchiestra. Each SUjMMERTrON SKCH November'i 17 (General Admission 75c NG TIMES uning as Second-Class Matter. )e, Proprietors.. ry Wednesday )0 per year in Advance 3DAY, NOVEMBER 9, 1921 Baptist, Church, interment at the Sum merton cemetery. The pall bearers were some of her relatives and close friends: Messrs. I-. A. Richbourg, T. C. Feldcr, George Kennedy, Peter Chewning, Miller Felder, Lawrence Chewning. The deceased was a con sistrut member of the Methodist Church and much loved by all who knew her she is survived by her hus band, Capt. J. G. Senn, two daught ers, Mrs. League of Newberry and Mrs. F. W. Josey of this place; one sister, Mrs. Peter Chewning of this place and one brother, Mr. W. 11. Shu ford of Pompno, Florida. The deceas ed was about seventy years old. Peace to her ashes and sympathy to her loved ones who mourn their loss. The Lyceum course for Suinimerton under the supervision of the Redpath Lyceum System begins on the even ing of November 17th with the Metro politan Orchestra. The committee in charge of the course fels themselcve fortunate in getting a Redpath Ly ceum looked for the coming season as popular opinion holds that this sys tem is the best o the forum today. They think that they have selected four of the best attractions put out by the system, in fact three of the numbers are or have been regularly working in conjunction with the big Redpath Chautauquas throughout the Southern States. With this fact alone in our minds we have evidence enough to reasonable believe that this will be the best course offere(l in Summerton in some time. The committee will put tickets on sale in the next few days at a reasonable price which will en title all holders to all four attractions. Reserved seats may be secured at D. 0. Rhame, Inc. The committee realizes that times are exceedingly hard and money is scarce, but ask all w% ho are in position to do so to rally to the cause and helh them make the course a success. The Lyceum cour ses are a series of good. clean, whole some amusoment for bath young and old an( stan(s for nothing other than the upbuilding of a community and the intellectual cultivation of every body. The comittee will appreciate :"ouur Co-operation. DEATH OF MR. H. E. JOHNSON Died on October 21st, 11r. H1. Elbert I ohnson, age 26 yoars. Ile leaves to monin his loss three childrena, a ov .:. wife, father and mother, four bro thers, four sisters and a host of friends. Oh how we tried to save him, P'ayers and tears were in vain, -lppy angels came and took him. From this world of toil a nl pain. ou ar'.' not forgotten lear brother, Nor 0 1 you ever be As long as life and memory lasts, We will always think of thee. TRESPASS NOTICE All persons are warned that any es pssmg oil lands known as Ben hov place ii forbidden. Anyone dis regardmliv this notice will be prosecut ed to full extent of the law. C. M. WILSON, L3-p Summerton, S. C. CITATION NOTICE The State of South Cairolina, ( oiinty of Clar eindn. 8y J1. M . WVindhbam, Prob-ite J1udge: W heiea s, Herm an L,. Woo-h'irf maide su it to me to grant him L ett ers of Ad.. m inistrmat ion of the Es tate andi~ effects of Delila Wood ruff. These aretI, thoeref ore, to cite and ad Co 'ih i and singular the Kindredl and1 Creditors of the sa id D~ella Wood.. 'intf de'eased, that they be andii appear bZori me. in the Court iof Proba:te, to b' 1M a.t Manning on the 2 ith (lay 'o anvmber next, after pnbhlication h< iof, at 1! O'ehoek( ini 1t'he menioon, " ''w C 0se, if anv ihe' hive, vhy ih e Id A nminist iat in;. .lhe'iid not be . m-enme, A mo Do i,1 .!. \. Win Ihm -t~s te- Ju ge of Iro I mornabenr oif the company has a record of Iiuccessiful eintertnainent exp~erl. elnce and1( Is k0nowin both ais ana ensem ble player anid as an indivlidual artist. The program consists of both classl enl anud popular selectionis In a dielight ful proportion. Instrumiental sextets, (Ilartet s, Iios, (1uos and solos are motst effectlvely renderedC~. It Is a program that wIll surely pleaise the entire audience., LOL AUD)ITORIUJM. Lth, 8:15 P. M. School Chlildlren .we Shaw & McColiu Are Offering Attractive Barg Coat Suits and Dresses Coat Suits from --------------.$10.00 to $50.00 Dtesses from ---------------$10.00 to $50.0 Skirts French Serge Skirts from -..........:$5.00 to $8.50 Prunella Skirts from ----------- $8.50 to $15.00 Sweaters Ladies' Sweaters from ----------$2.50 to $10.00 Children's Sweaters from --------.$1.50 to $5.00 Dress Goods 36-inch All Wool Storm Serge at -----------... 75c 36-inch Heavy Wool Storm Serge at -........$1.00 44-inch All Wool, Sponged and Shrunk Serge $1.50 46-inch Tricotine at . . ..-------------------$3.00 36-inch French Serge at ------------------_75c 40-inch French Serge at ---------------$1.25 40-inch Heavy French Serge at ----------_. . $1.75 Silks 36-inch Satin at --------------$1.75 and $2.00 40-inch Charmeuse at -----------------$2.50 40-inch Canton Crepe at ----------...-----$3.50 40-inch Crepe de Chene at --------------.$2.00 Ladies' and Children's Shoes A big line of Ladies' Shoes And Oxfords, going at from --- --- --- --- ---- -------.. $3.00 to $11.00 A big line of Children's Buster Brown Shoes. Shaw & McCollu 11 So. Main Street. 'SUMT HER LOVE IS BATTEY & CO.,-The large and re SUIFlFICIENT' FOlt ME liablc cotton factors of Savaan, Ga., offer a service that combines "When I'm sad, burden, and weary ling and successful cxperience, ex From bondage I longed to be free pert salesmanship and financial There came to my heart the sweet soundness. Nov. 30-c. message; "Her love is sufficient for 111C. WANTED-Man with car to sem elo. p~ricedt Graham Tires. $130.00 perl "Soon will this warfare be over week -and commissions. Graham My darling fp'e to face I shall be, Tire Co., 3129 Boulevard, Benton She'll prove as I stand in her presence, Harbor, Mich. UP "Iler love was sufficient for me." I 666 cures Malaria, Chills ad Fever, ious Fever, Colds and LaGrippe, or -. money ref unded. CO., The Proficient Cotton Factors of savannah, Ga., yieldls satisfac tion as is evidenced by the large T aotacl volume of business entrusted- to them. Isn't it to your interest to an nr encon try them? Do it now and be con vined. ___Nov._~i p30-c.s ak CA B3BAGE PLANTS--ready for ship menit, $1.50 per 1,000, expr'ess col lect. The Early .Jersey Waketield oand F'lat D~utch var'ieties. E. 13. C ommiuns, Meggetts, S. C. Itub-My-Tism is a great paln killer. Rtelieves pain and soreness, liheunma tism, Neuralgia, Sprains, etc. COTTN-Aplestorage cap~acity at reasonable rates and liberal ad puant-ity, for pi'rmpt sale or to be held, otfered by BATTEY & CO., The Substantial Cotton Factors ott Savannah, Ga. Nov. 30-c 1 Olt SATLE--Dwelling on North clmltbesta r Chrc'h street. l''our rooms, two n jeor'ches, open fireplaces. Splendid uelssf n ue loc'ationi, on acre lot. 1Easy terms. Vetpctsi, O; F. C. Nettles Aledbrook, Phone 22G. Itub-My-Tlismr is a powerful antisep- 5.Bwr fiia tie, Cuires infected cuts, old sores, los Soe atsAbuOriabecton roblevamn I udertan tht srre th scd G., offer arservice that lomb Eui in ionHor r sowiri rni s'sin heret1eng and het successfultexperience,)ex.. corsi trn leelisati 1(1i,,, ndas pubi ervalants h ip To n d fnanciae l prpe t st hexitro io h Cre oundct xn.ets ;an.Nteo.t30-c ortheresontht te dgentofANryToD-Manrd pwsingc ton eluyo rr ra i's;rrpert~yinvr r~rtprare cedu Gaham Conires $130.0 ther rrornre l coreeri ed wt e Ik owTheirae done their Boestv ad, es tii~i i~l'',66eicullsthisariia, Chilasecatd0F'vpay ~ rrir ,letme sy, '': Bolraeid tee , o and Laripe or pay '~ iiils n r ee f r'pe't aFeseRa $1000.00,l arangedll o-room '-I ru peceof iicrpi't &sresse ho$00s00 ons axae l th ei neigh-I mer se h~. ~'r',w~re he tajmyesborh old Phoneatl26'. y legh'esesmnta;d owley.WhrT o abotrarwt cone n m Mei-cantile CO ains foi Fair Week Shoppers. Cotton Goods Best Outing, in Lights and Darks, worth 20c, going - at -.. ......... _'_ 15c 36-inch Percales, in Light colors, worth 25'c ,at 15c 36-inch Extra Good Percale for -----------25c 27-inch Dress Ginghams, worth 18c, for .......12/2c 27-inch Dress Ginghams, worth 25c, for -----18c 32-inch Zephyr Dress Gingham at --------...25c 36-inch Unbleached Sheeting, worth 18c, for 12/2c .40-inch Unbleached Sheeting, worth 20c, for -..15c 36-inch Bleach, worth 15c, for ---------- 12%Ac 36-inch Bleach, worth 18c, for ------------ 15c 36-inch Bleach, worth 25c, for ----------- 18c 36-inch Cambric, worth 25c, for -----------.. . .18c Wear Well Sheets, with Tape Selvedge, worth $2.00, for ... .._--------------------------$1.50 Wear Well 9-4 Bleach Sheeting, worth 65, going at --- --- -- -._. ._ _------- 55c Wear Well 10-4 Bleach Sheeting, worth 75c, go ing for .... ...-----------------------------60c 72-inch Unbleached Sheeting, worth 45c, for --35c 9-4 Unbleached Sheeting, worth 60c, for -----50c 10-4 Unbleached Sheeting, worth 65c, for _.---55c 72-inch Extra Heavy Table Damask, worth $1.00, going for . . ......_ _....._.--_.... -- 75c Hosiery Wool Hose from -_. ..---------------$1.00 to $2.50 Silk Hose from..........--------------50c to $3.50 A big line of Buster Brown Hose for Ladies and Children. All Wool Blankets All Wool Blankets, worth $12.00, for ------$7.98 m Mercantile Co. ER, S. C. Telephone No. 68 vest, from say Illinois, where they have something like actual value assess ments and low levys, and where they know nothing of our silly system of low assessments and high levys, likely settle in a town with a 30 mill levy or a 15 mill levy? A child can answer. Furthermore, the law of the land is, that all property shall be returned at its actual value, and the citizen violates his oath when he returns it on any other basis, notwithstanding the custom has grown up all over the State to return property at from 15 per cent to 20 per cent of its value. Now last year the property of the town was assessed at 50 per cent of its actual value-this year at something like its actual value. Last year things were booming; today property has depreciated in value, so you cannot arbitrarily say that if you divide your assessment this year by two, your taxes ought not to be any more than they were last year. This might be true if property today was of the same value it was last year, but it is not. Again the Boards that passed on your returns this year are not the same as last year, and their judgment as to the value of your property no doubt differed. Or again, your property may not have been properly equaliz~ed last year, and you (1id not pay your fair share of 'the taxes as comparedl with your neighbor, so, it dloes not follow if you pay more this year any great injustice has been (lone you. Be this as it may' I for one think the men who did this thankless job did their hest, and I am backing them to the limit. Nowv to run your Towvn Government and pay debts contracted for takes money. TIhe town can only get this money by taxation, hence, the levy this year of 13 mills on assessment of $2,083,362.96, which will yield $27,083.71, applied as followvs. By yield from 13 iill levy $7037 To interest and smnking Fund on $100,000.00, $7037 paving bonds, 4 mills-.-.------............--$8,333.415 To interest and~ Sinking F~und on $40,000.00, water and sever bonds, 1%/ mills_.-. $3,125.04 To amount appllicable to an indebtedness to (lay of $16,941.64, and run the Town Government until next April 7% mills $15,625.22 TOT AL..--------------$27,083.71 $27,083.71 Let us see how we will stand on A pil 1st next the end o~f our year. To indebtedness today..169.4 To cost of running town at $1000.00 per month----......------------$,000 To intereat on above until April 1, around.- $8.0 To intere!st on money that will have to he borrowe'l to pay Coupons on Bonds be cauise of paying taxes in installments, By taxyes raisedl by 7% mill levy $5652 By street tax at $4.00 on 275 persons liable$1000 By aoun to ~alnce$6,763.4 $23,488.61 $21.6.2 The above shows that oii A pril 1st next, wvith all taxes collected, we wvill still be in detbt $6,763.42, with only the fines and licenses to be collectedl be tween nowv and then, for the newv Council to run the town on until taxes arie again collectedl. We have cut the expenses of the towvn to the hone thereby saving around $3500.00. .Some seem to think that we can safely get rid of a policeman. The Gouncil <does not think so. You kiiow wvith our new paving-the neces sit~y of keeping lepives and trash out of drains-the conistaint watching of the sewers to avoidl stoppage-the looking after tools, machinery etc., we think it wvould lbe very fool ish to, save $1 200.00) by cutting off a policeman and veiry likely have to spendl several thousand do(llar s to unstop one of our sewers. As a matter of fact, this Council had to spend around $1000.00 in unstoppirng the sewer on Church St reet', according to my information. Moreover, all men know that two men -calnnot successfully manago a street force--one giving orders today that may he changed temorrowv, andl we think it, would be very dliflicult to get any policeman to do all night work to avoidl this. It is also evident that there could be only imperfct supervision of, street hands with his other dluties, and there would necessarily be0 less efhecient service and loss to town in amount of woirk (lone, and certainly a less clean towvn, and more law violation. We have one of the best lpavedl towvns in the State, for its size. This coust. money andl now must 1be paid for. If we fail to collect taxes to meet miterest couponfs--if wve fail to grad~ually pay ofl ouri indebtedness, the credit ol the town will be irrevocably rinned. We are iiot willing to do our towna this injury, and (1o iiot believe the thoughtful citizens of the town would have us (do it. . We are also citizens, having to pay taxes just as you (Iu, and it is in conceivable in these kind of times that wve would put1 more taxes on ourselves than is absolutely necessary toI run thle town. F'ellow citizens, we have eat n our~ ca nfy and1 we must now pay for it.