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THE FORT MILL TIMES. i Democratic ? Published Thursdays. B. W. BRADFORD - - Editor and Proprietor. BoaacRirnoN Rates: One Yew 11.26 Six Months ... .66 The Times invites contributions on live subjects bat does not agree to publish more than 200 words OB any subject. The right is reserved to edit Ovary communication submitted for publication. On application to the publisher, advertising rotes are made known to those interested. Teleohone. local and longdistance. No. 112. Entered at the poetoflice at Fort Mill. S. C.. as mail matter of the second class. THURSDAY. DECEMBER 19. 1912. j 1 Remove the Ceute. In not one of the newspapers ] we have seen containing an i editorial reference to the Rich- ] mond speech of Governor Blease < in which he said the militia 1 would not be ordered out in South I Carolina while he was Governor ] to protect negro assailants of j white women, has there been < ? anything but harsh criticism of j the Governor. Indeed, some of J the - newspapers and at least one Governor have gone so far in condemnation of Governor 1 Blease as to suggest i hat he be t impeached. The opinion of these i critics is not apt to be con- "] sidered seriously by the South t Carolina Legislature?for the t reason that the members of the i Legislature know the Governor j expressed the sentiment of nine- i tenths of the people of the State, t It is one thing to talk of the t shame and ignominy which the ( Governor has brought upon the j State by his utterances; it is ( Quite another thing to consider what he said in connection with the actual conditions which con- 1 front the people of South Caro- 1 lina 365 days in the year. It is 1 spurious to contend that outside J the well policed towns and cities of the State white women aresafe in South Carolina. The man who argues affirmatively is < either ignorant of conditions or . does not take counsel of the facts, i Our people hold the honor of one 1 white woman in greater rever- 1 ence and consider it more sacred ( than the existence of a thousand human gorillas. If Governor Blease's speech has had or will i have the t ffect of deterring one, i black from committing or attempting to commit the awful crime for which so many of them have been lynched, the speech was not amiss. Let those who talk of law and order and the sacrednes3 of the constitution and who. in this connection, wittingly or unwittingly defend these degenerates go into the highways and byways and preach against the crime which begets lynching instead of anathematiz-1 ing the men who try to protect tie womanhood of our section. There will be lynchings in South Carolina as long as white women are attacked, and whether Blease or some one else is Governor our citizens are not going to be shot down by the militia or convicted in the courts for avenging the crime. It seems that the negro is not alone in committing the crime for which so many of his race have b< en dealt with summarily in the South. The European flotsam and jetsam that is arriving by the tens of thousands in America yearly furnishes not a few specimens of Caucasian degeneracy that quite equal if indeed they do not outdo the worst negro that ever dangled at the noose e id of a rope. Strange as it may seem to those who are not informed of the characteristics of the Greek of today, it is said that in certain sections of the West members of this once cultured and intellectual race are heartily disliked for their depraved tendencies. Some days ago a gentleman whose home is in the West was heard to remark that no Southern black ever committed a crime that rivaled in beastliness the crime of a Greek in the community in which the gentleman lives. The people of certain % sections of the West, according to this informant, now look upon the Greeks with such suspicion and detestation that sooner or later they will have to move out The Charlotte Chronicle seemingly is vexed at the early morning blowing of the whistles of Charlotte's manufactories and has this to say about it: "There is no earthly use for a factory whistle blowing for two, three or five minutes every morning. When a man or woman* invalid or a person with 'nerves,'protests against such noises, they are no longer considered cranks. It is a fact recognized by all medical men and other well informed people that the death or recovery of many a patient may depend upon the degree of quiet about thorn. For that matter, even the ordinary, normal individual finds loud, abrupt and grating noises annoying." Just why the whistles of Charlotte and other4 places are blown for several minutes each morning we do not know. It my be to awaken the operatives or it may be to let the workers know that the mill will oe in operation during the day. But, be that as it may, it does seem that one or two short blasts of the whistles would serve the ourpose as well as wasting steam 'or several minutes. Several of our exchanges have oobbed up this week containing Jiat old bewhiskered editorial 'rom the New York Sun, "Is There a Santa Claus?" The ;hing is old enough to be forgot;en, and it is a wonder that any lewspaper should try to palm t off on the public as something lew. Furthermore, there is lit;le merit to it, for, like most of ;he reading books the little chi!iren study in the public schools, t contains words they do not unierstand. After the holidays many a man probably will conclude that "it ;vere better to have given and lot received than not to have jiven at all." York Stands Seventh in Wealth. The figures given out from the iffice of Comptroller General Jones show that York county stands seventh in the State in the matter of valuation of property. The total taxable value of erty in the State is $291,531.^00. of which amount York is asses ed for $8,944,761. The statement shows that Charleston is the wealthiest county,h i\ iug an assessed valuation o: $25,6' 1 415. Spartanburg is ? e ond ui n a valuation of $19,216,222. It volar.d third with $i8 352.011, Greenville fourth wiin $i5.654,540, Anderson fifth with $13,014,265, Aiken sixth wiin $11,379,060. Orangeburg is eighth vv ii h S8,693,140. The amount of State taxes charged against the various counties is $1,676,303.26. The tax levy last year was 5 3-4 mills, but it is more than probable that this will be raised one mill next year (Advertisement.) Foils a Ftul blot. When a shameful plot exists between liver and bowels to cause distress by refu-ing to act, take Dr. King's New Life Puis, and e:id sucn abuse of your system. '1 hey gently compel right action of stomach, liver and bowels, and restore your health and all good feeling. i?"?c at Parks Drug Co., Port Mill Drug Co. and Ardrey's Drugstore. FRAIL, S1CKLYTH1LJ Restored to Health by Vinol? Letter to Mothers. Anxious mothers often wonder why tYiolo nr? Kfl Tinlp thill and nervous and have so little appetite. Tor the benefit of sucii mothers In this vicinity we publish the following letter. J. Edmund Miller, New Haven, Conn., says: "My little daughter, ever since her birth, had been frail and sickly, and was a constant source of worriment. Several months ago we commenced to give her Vinol. I immediately noted an improvement in her health and appearance. I gave her three bottles of Vinol, and from the good it has done her I can truly say it will do all you claim." This child's recovery was due to the combined action of the medicinal elements extracted from cods' livers, ?combined with the blood-making and strength-creating properties of tonic iron, which are contained In Vinol. Vinol will build up and strengthen delicate children, old people and the weak, run-down and debilitated. We return the money In every case where it fails. W. B. ARDREY, Druggist, FORT MILL, S. C. Horses a On Jam I will show at the stable of >Mill, a car load of Fine Tenne from four to six years and wei I have visited Fort Mill sev< what the neonle want. This mt ? M been selected, especially select Don't fail to see these mules, its is my method. Every mule I sell must be t fund your money. Sam Mt Everybo< that we have the hi HOLIDAY they have 4 Better shop early so as to s fore they are all gone. The r prettiest articles and best val first. Fruit! Fri \ Just received a big shipme Apples, Florida Oranges, Grap bo Banannas at SPECIAL HO. Xmas Cranberries am E. W. Kir "The Place Where | Planning For 5 = Jj Let us suggest to you a g typical of the occasion: j| Golden Egg Souplet 5 Snyder's Oyster Cock 6ed Raisins, Cream La all kinds, California A (J Prunes, Full Cream C Q Try a cup of Maryland i ? fast and dinner. It's simp 0 1 JONES, I j CJ .J. J C T3 ^ a r? ? "" 5 ^ PA 1* -? H 59 I & -is CO ? c " 2 ZL 5 >. ?s ^ >-j rt-5^o 0 < UJ co a ?3s|g H -Sitls Q3 1/ 52 111 = $ _i Jr j -a t ? ?> 55 O o ? < .? | (^) 5 ^ 2 ^ J'? w = ? -s E i nd Mules lary 1st the Mills & Young Co., Fort sssee Mules, ranging in age ghing 1,000 to 1,200 pounds, eral times before and know lot of mules has, therefore, ,ed, for the Fort Mill maiket. j i Quick sales and short prof- j is represented, or I will re- j I isgrave. j I dy Says < indsomest line of 4 GOODS | ever seen. \ select the choice articles bo- ; ? ush is already on, and the 4 ues, are, of course, selling 4 lit! Fruit! ; i ' nt of the very best Winesap e Fruit, Tangerines and JuniLIDAY PRICES. il Celery Every Day. tibrell Co. 1 Quality Counts." 5 e I t tcyucx Christmas? j: = 0, few holiday suggestions, jj ; fl' s, Imperial Citron, jj tail, Excelsior Seed- A yer Raisins, Nuts of .sparagus Tips, Fresh w . heese, New Currants. jj Club Coffee after break- 5 >ly fine, 35c the pound. |j fi m IE GROCER. | 0 MOiXX *0t*CX*0**0**0f*C3;K XJ w o* p g s g a ? Js CD ^ _c 0> ? o 03 U ? a H CD ? c ^ c <S '^1 ?3 C-D S2 ? g J B E GO g ^ ? o C M ^ o e= <n x ~ ~ ?=> ? **-< w I b - C 5 2 eo iS * ? * ? ? s ? ? U CD = X c- c v eg - s -?! . lH = 0) 3 be js ? 5 6 .5 6 <5 - i M E A C H A 3Y3 WE SUGGEST THE F0L1 XMAS GIFTS: For Women: Ta Grips, $1 to $5.00 JJj Parasols, $1 to 3 00 Bedroom Slippers, $1.. 1.50' Raincoats, $5 to 7.50 Muffllers, 25cand, 50 Su Handkerchiefs, 2 l-2c_ .25 Gr Collars and Ties, 10c__ .50 Ui Gear is, 25c 1 00 G1 Gloves, 15c u> 1.00 Bt Hosiery, 10c to 1.00 R Garters, 25c and .50 R; Fur Pieces, $5 to 18.00 Ri Coat Suits, $9.50 to ..25.00 Hi /"i . ~rr -r. . , r i\i\ n. v^oats, >/.outo lo.uu ov Hats, 50c to 5.00 St Blankets, 75c pr. to... 5.00 Ti Knit Skirts, 2oc to 1.00 Sc Black Skirts, 50c to . 1.50 Gi Messaline Skirts, 1.98 M Skirt Waists, 50c to... 3.50 H, Ail kinds tailored articles. St Handbags, $1.25 to... 3.50 Ci Mesh bags, 75c to 3.00 Sc Rugs, 75c to 3.75 E1 Druggets, $8 to 20.00 Si Coniioits, .^1 to 3 00 M Kimonos, 25c to 1.50 And hundreds of other things Girls and Children. Did it come from Epp?'? If ?o, don'l Meacham SANTA< MB?ii inn I a Has arrived and as in the p headquarters at L. J. Massey Christmas gifts of the more s ( your family and friends. Qui elry, Silver, China and tine ' tractive, while our very low ] ; the reach of all. Remember i ry carries a guarantee that is you, but costs you nothing. ' special cut prices in Dry Go Suits, Blankets, Hats, Shoes, things going at half price. , Come see old Santa Glaus. Laa J. :rosi-Proof Cabbage c Grown in the Wejire prepared to ship from now until dENT of LAKHAUt. fl-AIN I lien in nun d, with an Extra Hundred Plants FREE tc >lants are raised from Frost-Prool vhich are grown especially for us on Lor prayed with Lime and made free from nousand delivered, count guaranteed and p We refer you to Peoples National Bank, ility, also to Postmaster anil Express Agei Our Lettuce Plants ilso, and we will put on at same figures. V it each station; commission deducted from j ind secure agency. The Enterpris Meggetts The largest Potato Plant and Cabbage F roted in South Catolina and Florida to plan Toilet Soaps^ Toile Brushes, Spo All of these articles add t of the bath. Call and see our line Parks Drug Agency for Nyal's F [ & EPP S I LOWING FOR YOUR | ,ble Linen, yd. 50c.. 1.00 ] tpkins, doz. $1.50 to. 3.00 iwels, 10c to. 25 >unterpanes, $1 to.. 3.00 For Men: lit Cases, $1 to $5.00 ips, $1 to 7.50 -nbrellas, $lto 2.50 ? oves, 25c to 1.50 \ rdroom Slippers, $1.. 1.50 ith Robe Blankets,.. 2.00 iincoats.. , 10.00 jbber Coats, 5 00 its and Caps, 50c ... 3.00 veaters, 50c to 3.00 -? ^ lirts, 50c to 1.50 es, 25c and 50 >x. 10c to ... .25 ti ters, 24c and .50 ufflers, 25c and 50 I andkerchiefs, 5c to.. .25 isper.ders, 25c and .. .50 iff Links, 25c to 5.00 arf Pins, 25c to 1.50 /er-Ready Razor 1.00 B iocs, $3 to 5.00 :! ilitary brushes, set, A 50c and 1.00 f. for Men, Women, Boys, B t worry. $,= Fnnc UL JUppOi ^ SLAUSj ast 29 years has made f 's. Here you will find + ubstantial kind for all t r stock of Watches, Jew- ^ Glass is especially at jrices puv them within t our Watches and Jewel- 1 worth a great deal to + We are still offering ods, Ladies' Coats and Underwear, Etc. Many t SSEY. ? ? A ind Lettuce Plants, Open Air. April 1st, the FINEST ASSORTches of Fifty (50), correctly counti each Thousand purchased. These f Seed lg Island, N. Y. Our plants are germs. Our prices are $1.50 per rompt shipments. Charleston, S. C., as to our reliaits, Meggetts, S. C. are Frost Proof ye want Agents to handle our plants jrice of plants 10 per cent. Write e Plant Co., , s. c. arm in the South. Fifty acres dets alone. [12-5-3mJ T oilet Goods for the bath are luxuries that now every purse can afford. At our reduced prices on first-class articles there is no excuse for buying any other kind. We are now offering special values on t Waters, Bath nges, Etc. ;o the pleasure and benefit I Comp'y, amily Remedies. %