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Ibr D t II u u Sjrrali) tHTBMCUUTiON 82.50 Per Yr Dillon, S. C., April 28, 1021 If certain powers brought about deflation why can't those same powers stablize business before the nation goes bankrupt? A question we would like for somebody between Washington and New 1U1K IU 115 1L UU1 II1UUSU1U1 Ills are due to bankrupt Europte how aid Europe manage to 5? bankrupt all at once?" A TAXATION FALLACY. One of the fallacies under which we have been laboring is that taxes *oul?i be so arranged as not to be paid by the public at larg'o through the consumption of goods, but by some special class of citizens who were endowed with more of this world's goods than others. It is said, however, that virtually every kind of tax, except perhaps the income tax and the inheritance tax is paid for by the ultimate consumer. Ono of the most effective factors in the high cost of living as experienced In recent years has been the war taxes. Th e public indirectly pays i;iosi taxation, uiou&n aireci payip.ent may come from special sources. It is just li'ce thinking that a property owner pays the taxes on the pioperty lie owns ami that nobody sl'sc has a hand in such payment. H"1 does so?directly?hut the money he gets to pay the taxes with comes from the tenant, if he has one. Taxes come from profits, and the more (axes we pay the higher our oveihead, on which profits are based. One reason why the cost of living will no t be reduced to the pre-war level is because the war taxes will continue. The more taxes wo have tbe higher will be the cost of living. For some time we have been turning over in our mind a sermon preached by Rev. W. C. Allen at the First Baptist church, tho subject of which was "Hard Times a Test of Character." It has been so long since h^aiu tut atruiuu iiiui tue iex? from which it was taken has passed out of our memory and the subject, which covers the line of thought throughout the entire sermon, is supplied by us. It was at the time the nation was going through the first stages of the present business depression. Mr. Allen bore down with special emphasis on the man who tried to repudiate or evade his obligations or offered all manner of flimsy excuses to postpone the adjustment of a debt. His words were almost prophetic. A writer in one of the trade journals rays that never before in the history of the nation has there been so much litigation as at present, and that court calendars are burdened with civil cases involving aniouuts of a f. ,.. rl snI ?*? MM Ml' " irw uuuai .s up iu millions. II IS et range that prosperity mak?-s foT honesty in business dealings, and I still more strange that some men at 1 the first sign of adversity develop / a streak of yellow. We have seen il / and others have seen it in the lasi ' Uw months. It is not general; ii shows itself here and there. Ru1 where there is one man whose char acter will not stand the test of hare times, there are hundreds who stan like solid stone against the attack; of adversity, and so long as thi: latter class remains in the majorit; the nation is safe. Veteran politicians do not seem t< "view with alarm" the movement t< bring the fanners of the west an< south together in a great politico party for mutual protection. Old pol iticians say these movements are in evitable with every great lndustria cataclysm and always result in tall about a great organization amonj the farmers for the purpose of shap ing legislation to cure the ills fron which they suffer. In the next year o two, however, or before the party cai ret organized, conditions change; th farmer begins to receive a fair pric for his product and he forgets al about forming a groat political par t> and taking charge of the govern ^>>s^jjient machinery. And this brief sum mary just about covers the situation Six years of low-price farm product would put the farming element i control of tho government, but th nation never as a whole suffers raor than one year at a time. Where ir dustrial depression lasts for an length of time it makes its appeal ance in spots. One cause for optinr i in hi ino present time is mat intiUf trial depression is not only natior wide but world-wide, and recover will be moro rapid than if it wcr confined to any particular section Before the farmer's party raoveraen can get well under way wheat o corn tn the west or cotton In th< THE D] couth will be selling at fairly good prices, and one side or the other will " not be ready to bargain. That is one . reason why farmer party movements of nation-wide scope have always failed. The history of South Carolina in the early nineties affords a striking example of how easy it is to start a political revolution after several successive years of low-price farm products. Ben Tillman was an extraordinary man, but if it had not been for low-price cotton in the lat ter 8vs ana early yu's the chances are Ben Tillman would never have been heard of outside of his own county. There would have been no reform movement, because there would have been no occasion for it- And so It is with the farmers of the nationIf the price of wheat and corn and cotton and wool remains below the cost of production for three or more years this nation will be swept from ocean to ocean and lake to gulf by one of the greatest political revolutions the world has ever known. It will be a great farmer's party and every politician and would-be politician in the nation would be scrambling for a seat on the band wagon. But the price of all these commodities will not remain below the cost of production for three or more years, and there is no hope of a great political revolution that would put the farmer in charge of 'ho government machinery. It is admitted that he would be greatly benefitted if ho' could gain control of tlie government.1 tut this h too iemote a possibility' ;r? tie tnken serionslv There is the |matter of farm credits thai needs attention. tli marketing of farm pro-( ducts, the transportation of farm products, tin. elimination of the middleman, legislation regulating acreage and a thousand and one other things that would give products of the soil' ?the basis of all real wealth?the; predominant position they deserve in the industrial world. Big moneyed in-J terests carried the Farm Loan Act to the courts and kept it tliere eigli-! teen months, and now that the i land bank is about ready to func-j tion and offer the farmer some relief., there have been introduced in con-! , giess no less than 25 amendments . which seek to so weaken the act as to make it practically inoperative. For these and many other reasons there should be a farmer's party at least strong enough to make its influence a factor in the political affairs of the nation. | o MOTHER AND SON BURIKD SAME 1>AV. i York. April 25?After simple but impressive services conducted in the First Presbyterian church by the Rev. E. E. Gillespie, D. D., the body of Meeeh Stewart. York boy killed in action in France, October 8, 1018 and that of his mother. Mrs. Rebecca McGinnis Stewart, who died Wednesday at the home of her daughter in Charlotte, were laid to rest Sunday afternoon in Rose Hill cemetery. The funeral of the young soldier, whose heroic sacrifice for freedom has been fittingly commemorated by naming the local post of the American Legion in his honor, was with military honors, a delegation from the Meeclx Stewart post acting as pall-bearers, more than three score members of the post attending in a , body and a squad of soldiers from . Camp Jackson firiug the last volley over his gravd. That the body of the young solt dier reached York from far away t France at virtually the Fame time . tl at his mother passed away, making j i( possible to lay both to rest at, the same time and place, was a singular and sad coincidence that caused 3 much comment and lent additional s solemnity to the occasion. She had y borne Ike news of his sacrifice with Christian fortitude and patriotic spir-, it and had since looked forward to the day when his body should be re-J J turned for final interment in his 3 home sod. 1 Meech Stewart was a member of I the One Hundred and Eighteenth infantry. Thirtieth division, participating in the furious fighting that marked the breaking of the Hlndenhurg ' line. He was 26 years of age when i killed instantly by a shell from the y enemy's lines, October 8, 1918. o Bill Introduced for Strict Prohibition 1 Washington, April 25?As the first r step of the fight in congress to tighta en up the Volstead prohibition ene forcement law, a bill designed to prohibit tho sale of beer to the sick on a doctor's prescription was introduc* ed in the house today by Chairman Volstead of the judiciary comraiti tee. The measure would not prohibit ( use of wine for medical purposes. but would make more specific and 3 stringent the regulations on this subn ject. e Declaring there was no real necese sity for beer as a medicine, Mr. Vol. stead announced that his bill, do scribed as supplemental to the na tlonal prohibition act, was put forr warat this time to meet the situai tion created by 'he opinion of former }. Attorney < 1 Palmer that beer ( and wine, 1: d< ? Volstead aet, coul.| be prest: ai'lng. V f, e NOTIClj. 1. Regular meeting of Dillon bod t No. 54 K. of P. on Thursday nigh', April 28th. Rank of Knight. Rer fresh men ts. 0? C. 3. Herring, C. C. [IiLOX HERALD, DILLON, SOUTH C "SAILING GUN" : SPEAKER COMING; I I Harry L. Fogleman to Give a Chautauqua Address. Will Inspire Audience by Dynamlo, ' Magnetic Lecture on "8uccese or Failure?" Harry L. Fogleman, known as "Gat- i ling Gun" Fogleman, because of bis ' rapid-fire delivery?which he frequent- i ly speeds up to 300 words a minute? Is a dynamic, magnetic lecturer on the 1 fundamentals of success in business 1 and life. He has been enthusiastically hailed ,! as "a master orator," "a whirlwind HARRY L. FOGLEMAN. n vt'rJi ililo ilvnni I : -? everything else that is live. hupi .Ml'n- at ami eomuclliti *. Wirt'ds :iri> j> ?v. rrless to describe tl;? tremendous eifeot of the Foglon:,".. , lecture. Tito avenues to success r.:\. j pointed out vlvh'iv its eternal pate* i which everyone must follow, and 1 ess itself as e.u achievement which I. may he attained ihroush so'.' \ j stent find self-nmstery. He will lecture "n "Success or Failure?" at the cod dag Redpath Chautauaua. o ~ | Leads Dunbar's White Hussars at Chautauqua W AL SWEET. A1 Sweet will personally direct the well-known Dunbar's White Hussars at the coming Itedpath Chautauqua. In addition to gaining fame as n band leader he is known tar and wide as a compo.ser of melodic song hits ujid of large orchestral and band composi(tions. o Splendid Entertainment by the Furman Cllpe Club a'?d Orohestih. The Glee Club and Orchestra of Furam University gave an entertainment at the auditorium of tho Dillon High School on last Tuesday evening and rendered a highly ploasing program. It seems that the Club made a good impression and the entertainment is considered one of the beat colleg(. entertainments given here. The program was varied, and rendered In two parts, the first part being 'more classical than th? lott?.r t?n* | all in all varied enough to provide 'entertainment for every one present. |Thc singing of the Club was good and I so was tho work of the quartette. Tho |orchcstra was splendid and tho play' ing of Mr. Rhame on the xylophone deserves special mention. He appears to be a musical genius. The solos of | Mr. James were well received. Mr. Rurdette as comedian was all that could be desired along that line. Encore after encore was given and the I large audlenc0 seemed appreciative. The Club is taking its annual tour w? irh Includes Sumter, Darlington, Ji nnettavillo, Dillon and Florence in the eastern fart of the state. Mr. C. It. Allen <>f t.atta a Dillon county AROL1NA, THURSDAY MORXIN'(i, student at Furman, is the manager of the club. A reception was tendered the mem bers of thg Glee Club and Orchestra at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Blizzard on Tuesday afternoon from five to six o'clock. The parlors were beautifully decorated with sweet peas, roses and ferns. About fifty young people enjoyed the reception. Refreshments consisting of fruit punch, block ice cream and cake were served. The visitors expressed delight over their visit to Dillon. o Dearth of Mrs. W. H. Phillips. Mrs. Dora Phillips, wife of Mr. W. H. Phillips, died Sunday, April the 24th. Mrs. Phillips was 38 years of age and had been In bad health for me yua> unu uei ueam wet a qui unexpected. Mrs. Phillips leaves her husDand, several children to mourn her loss. The interment was made Monday evening at the cemetery, the services being conducted by Rev. W. C. Allen. WANT COLUMN LOST ? Sunday Evening Between Buckswamp church and Julius WBailey's home, a black broadcloth ladies coat with velvet top. Liberal reward for return to J. W. Bailey, Lake View, S. C., R. F. D. No. 3?4 14 tf. L'Y PEW IllTKlt RIBBONS ? Stafford's superfine ribbons for Smith and Underwood typewriters. Herald Publishing Co.?3 24 TYPEWRITER RIBBONS ? Stafford's superfine ribbons for Smith and Underwood typewriters. Hcr-i aid Publishing Co.?3 24 NOTICE?I AM AOEXT FOR Hit. | Florence Steam Laundry and will j receive and deliver all laundries as promptly as possible. Palace Mar-; ket. TYPEWRITER RIBBONS ? Staf-I' ford's superfine ribbons for Smith i and Underwood typewriters. Her-1 aid Publishing Co.?3 24 j. AY ANTED?-Everybody to know that,! ? uw>< uuiv. u. iuii nuu ul macuinery, and that I am in a better position1 to give quick service than I have ever been. All work guaranteed. Electric Shoe Shop over Dillon Hotel, W. R. Summerall, Prop.? 1 20 tf. CHOP AND CHATTEL MORTGAGES titles to real estate, mortgages real estate, bills of sale, planters contracts, rent liens, claim and delivery papers for sale at The Herald office.?3 24. WANTED ?COUNTRY PEOPLE TO TRY OUR 75c. MEALS. PALMETTO CAFE, NEXT TO HERALD OFFICE?.tf. ( HOP AND CHATTEL MORTGAGES titles to real estate, mortgages real estate, bills of sale, planters contracts, rent liens, claim and delivery papers for sale at The Herald office.?3 24. MONUMENTS?Wo are builders and erectors of high grade monuments. All work of the best material and fully guaranteed. Prices reason- ! able. See us before placing your I order. Lumberton Marble Works, J. H. Floyd, Prop., Lumberton, N. I C.?2 24 52t. CROP AND CHATTEL MORTGAGES j titles to real estate, mortgages real estate, bills of sale, planters con- ' tracts, rent liens, claim and delivery papers for sale at The Herald office.?3 24. FOR SALE?100 Bushels of Golden Dent Seed Corn, $2 per bushel in ear. Free from weevils. Best corn for late planting. H. C. Stanton, Dillon^ S. C., R. 3?4 7 tf WE PAY CASH for Hens, Friers, Broilers, Geese, Turkeys, Ducks, and Frc*h Country Eggs. Quote us }our best prices. Lily White Mar-1 ket, Columbia, S. C.? 1 21 2t. STRAYED OR STOLEN?Ono spotted female hound nine months old. answers to the name "Queen." Suitable reward. G. E. Bond, Jr.? 4 21 2tp. WANTED ? To save you money on your next winter's coal. Coal Is bound to go higher in price and will be hard to get. With the railroad strike in prospect, it may be impossible to get it later at any price. We handle the very best grades of Domestic Coal. No slate, and deliver 2000 pounds to t.he ton. Place your order with us today. Phones 14, 38 or 145. W. E. Caldwell & Son-?4 21 tf. FOR HALE?Cheap, one Jersey Cow and calf. One good second hand automobile. A lot of Cleveland big I . - noia cotton planting seed- O. D. Barlow, Dillon, S. CL?ltp. WANTED? A live agent for good Laundry, good commission. Write Sanitary Steam Laundry, J. C. Brittingliam, Mgr., Hamlet, N. C. ?4 28 4t WANTED?A throe or four room cottage with 3, 4 or 5 acres of ground. No objection to two or three miles out. Let me know what you have. P. O. Box, R. 1, Dillon,?lip. WANTED?Life Insurance Salesman and collector for Dillon. Married man preferred. Guarantee salary and commission. Permanent position. State age when answering. Write Postoffice Box 921, Charleston, S. C.?ltp. APIUIi 28. 1021. L Hippie Concert Company a Chautauqua Feature == =\ Karl H. Hippie, "Wizard of the Xylophone," is manager of the Hlppl< Concert company, which will be heard here at the Redpath Chautauqua. Eucl of the other members of the company Is thoroughly experienced In concert work. The company's program Is both classical nnd popular In character and It so ? nlversnl in scope that it pleases the entire audience. The Hippie company has earned a splendid reputation in the entertainmet-: field, and enthusiastic words of commendation have been written con corr;r. >' ?s organization by people In all parts of the Uuited States, ^ KNOWS AUTO GENERATORS 1 See Him At Moore's Garage Every one who has a Washing Machine ought to have one of our V."ashing Machine Drainers that will automatically drain the machine whenever it is conveniently near a faucet. Write us for circular. Also one of our Little Giant Clothes Reels, which does away with the unsightly clothes line and really is more or less an ornament than an eyesore such as the usual way of hanging out clothes it. Write for circular and prioeColumbia Supply Co. 823 W. Gervais St. Columtria,S.C. ITIP-TOP BREAD J You all remember the good old times I when TIP-TOP bread was sold in town. I You can get this same good, soft, fresh B bread again at the Dillon Market. VVe I fhic Kvnarl -fVrkoVi nuAv.tr ' 10~v, wiv-uu neon cvci^v illuming 2 except Sundays. Phone orders prompt- g ly delivered. | J. R. HATCH, Prop, | [ Notable Lectures ^ a at the I P 1 sL Ii\cu/JUlf! lUUlUUQUCl "The War on Hunger" GEORGE L. McNUTT A stirring thought-provoking lecture baaed on ^ first-hand knowledge of this great theme. "Success or Failure?" HARRY L. O'Gatling Gun") FOGLEMAN A vivid, vital, magnetic address on how to succeed in the world. "The World We Live In" DR. E. T. HAGERMAN 11 IAn inspirational lecture filled with stalwart phil osophy and sparkling humor. I Five Big Days ji Season Tickets Only $2.50 Plus W Ten ?|o Tax I CHAUTAUQUA WEEK MAY 4 TO 91 I Dillon. S. C. I