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THE FORT MILL TIMES Democrstlc?P ablhliwl ThuidiTt. | ; B. W. HKADFORLt - Editer anil Proprietor. duaaOIUPTtOK. ItATRS: One Year, .r fl.26 Six Month* .... ............... ..... .66 The Time* invite* contribution* on liveaubject* bat doe* not agree to publUh more than 200 word* an any subject. The right i* reserved to edit everv communication submitted for publication. On application to the nubiiaher. advertising rata* nre made known to those interested. Teionhone. local nnd lonir distance. No. 112. Entered at the nostolllce at Fort Mitt. S. C.. as mall matter of the second class. THURSDAY. OCTOBER 14. 1915. Cut out your grouch and vote today for the man best fitted for the office of mayor. If the local troop of Boy Scouts had any say in today's election. W. M. Carothers. the esteemed scoutmaster, doubtless would be the next mayor of Fort Mill. Cherokee people still have singing schools and all day singings. institutions which busy people relegated to the rear years ago. But, then, these are Cherokee people. And now, gentle reader, turn to the front page of this paper, consult the yellow label, and if your subscription has expired, please let us have a renewal. We need the money to run this business. It is to be hoped that Fort Mill's finances in the year 1916 will permit the erection of a "white way" along Main street. The cost of this improvement 1,1 4 *1 ? 4*^.., wviuin nui ut* uitii t* tunii a it ? hundred dollars and as an advertisement to the town would he worth several times the cost. In connection with today's election for mayor, it may be stated that, if elected, Mr. R E. Patterson will be the youngest mayor Fort Mill has ever had. and probably will rank as the youngest mayor in thi* State. Mr. Patterson is today casting his first vote, having attained his majority only a short time ago. The Rock Hilt Record says that "This coming marriage of President Wilson to our mind is the only mistake he has made since he has been in the White House. The action seems hardly decent." The Record's opinion doubtless is shared by a majority of the newspapers oi the South, hut none other seems to have had the nerve to say so. Sues Bank President. Alice Noiris, a negro woman, has filed suit in the common pleas court of Lexington county for $5,000 damages against J. S. Wessinger. president of the Bank of Chapin and a well known merchant of that town. The case is the first of the kind ever brought in Lexington county. The plaintiff alleges that on or about April 20 the plaintiff was near the town of Newberry in a buggy on the public highway, when the defendant in his automobile, coming from the opposite direction and mnninor o high and reckless iate of speed, caused the horse to the buggy in which the plaintiff was seated to become frightened and unmanageable and to leave the road. That the plaintiff was thrown violently from said buggy to the ground, breaking her arm and injuring her in or about the side and internally. S. L. Meacham and family left yesterday morning by auto for a visit of several days to relatives in Newton, N. C. ?? Condition is Satisfactory. Following his injury in the collapse of a portion of Catawba river bridge the last ^eek, it was found necessary to perforin an operation on Mr. Z. V. Bradford, this being done several i days ago at the Rock Hill hospital. Mr. Bradford is still in I the hospital, but his many friends here will be pleased to know that1 his condition yesterday was reI ported as entirely satisfactory. Schools Get State Money. The State department of edu; cation has distributed among the ! counties $25,717. Of this amount $15,696.41 was derived from the income on permanent sci.ool fund and $10,020.75 from the iecent payment on the purchase price of some of the old State dispensary property. The schools of York county pet from these funds $853.52. Ardrey-Lawrence. The Florence Daily Times of Thursday, carried the following, in part, of the marriage in that city on the 5th inst. of Mr. F. E. Ardrey, of Fort Mill, and Miss Bianche Lawrence, of Florence: At Central Methodist Episcopal church, Tuesday evening. Miss Blanche Winifred Lawrence and Mr. Everard Ardrey of Fort Mill, were joined in Holy wedlock by the pastor of the bride. Rev. Thomas Grigby Herbert. The charm of this, the first of the season's weddings, was its unique simplicity. The beautiful n a. i _ t I. I j A i* L/enirai cnurcn neeaea uui iew decorations to make it a place of marked brilliancy. The statliness of palms, broken here and there by lacy ferns, formed a background of rare beauty and the play of the soft lights lent an enchantment not soon to be forgotten. Before the bridal party arrived Mrs. Norma Howie Wysong sang "A Song of Love." At the first notes of Lohengrin, played by Miss Carrie C-ronenoerg, there entered two daintily gowned little ribbon girls, marking the places of the honor quests. Misses Jessie Wilson, md May Blankenship assisted with the ribbons at each door. The ushers were Dr. W. H. Fields, Messrs. Boone Aiken, Herman Smith and James Burch, and each succeeding couple crossed in front of the chancel and took their places at each side, forming a semi-circle. The attendants following the ushers were: Miss Nona Dudley with Mr. W. P. Meadows. Jr.. Miss ! Lucile Thomlinson with Mr. Holt Ardrey, of Fort Mill, Miss Mamie Burch with Mr. John Massey of Fort Mill, Miss Claudia Lee Boinest with Mr. Ryan MeCown. Mrs. Harvey Stevens then came as dame of honor, followed by the maid of honor. Miss I^ola Lawrence, sister of the bride. After the maid of honor came the winsome little ring bearer carrying in a large l | white rose the gold band to be used in the ceremony. Then i came the bride with her father, Mr. A. B. Lawrence. At the altar they were met by the groom with his best man, Mr. Frank Lewis of Fort Mill. The bride was never more charming than in her wedding gown?though simple it was rich and beautiful in effect. The bridal veil was effectively caught with orange blossoms and the : bouquet was of brides roses ' showered with valley lillies. Alter the wedding a reception for the bridal party and a few i intimate friends and relatives was given by the bride's parents at their home on Kim street. The out-of-town guests were Mrs. John White Ardrey, Messrs. Holt Ardrey, John Massey and Frank Lewis of Fort Mill, ar.d Mrs. William Watson sister of : the groom from Charlotte, N. C. I Mr. and Mrs. Ardrey left on the I northbound train for cities north . and west. They will visit the Exposition before returning to their home in Fort Mill. 111. II I 111 ? Rock Hill's New Bank. Rock Hill is to have a new banking institution. All the details of the movement have not been definitely arranged, so as to warrant publication, but the organization of the financial institution is assured. It will open for business as soon as the necessary arrangements can be n/I rvnf V? VI I\CU uuu Discussing the matter with , one of those who will be incorporators of the new financial institution, a Herald man was informed Saturday morning that j the organization will be effected in a few days and a commission applied for the Citizens Bank and Tru^, Company, which will have a capital ot $80,000. Must Return Military Goods. Special orders have been issued from the adjutant general's department to the effect that all United States property, such as uniforms, parts of uniforms, ponchos, hats, leggings, shirts, cots, rifles, canteens, or any other property belonging to the government. remaining in the possession of members of the militia or civilians after the 16th of October will be searched out'by the authorities and the parties holding same will be brought to trial , ;is per the military code of South Carolina. Members of the companies are requested and urged to lend their assistance in furnishing evidence as to parties who have any of said property in their possession. ITS NATURE. "Do you think a telephone operator could look on his business as a profession ?" "Well, it certainly is a calling." takima nntu "Take tny advice, boy, and see the girl you marry is a good plain cook." "But why couldn't I marry a good pretty one, dad ?" HIS DREADFUL CONDITION. "How's the patient thia moVning?" "The doctor says he's go'. potamaine poisoning and ia in a catamoee condition." FOR SALE. WANTED. LOST. FOUND. NOTICE A Flour Mill,of 25 barrel capacity per day has just been completed in Rock Hill. This enterprise fills a long felt need in that lection. J. C". Hardin is the owner and anybody desiring their wheat ground can Send it to him or write him for particulars. FOR RENT?Two Brick Stores and one Warehouse on Main street. Fort Mill, lately occupied by Mills & Young Co. Occupancy Sept. 1, 1915. Apply to W. S. Stewart. Box 96, 807 North College St.. Charlotte. N. C. NOTICE OF ELECTION. . Notice is hereby given that an election will be held in the town of Fort Mill on Thursday, the 14th day of October, 1915, at the usur.1 polling place, for the purpose of electing a Mayor of the said town of Fort Mill; and that D. A. Lee, T. I). Faulkner and A. A. Young are a fTi>ointc<n managers of said election. .1 I,. SPRATT Attest: Mayor Pro Tent. C. S. LINK. Clerk. Loans on Cotton at 6 per cent Last year the First National Bank loaned money to EVERY farmer who offered warehouse! receipts for cotton as security, and by means of these loans hundreds of bales of cotton were stored and sold later at higher prices which put thousands of I dollars in the pockets of our farmer customers. We do not advise the farmers to store their cotton this year nor do we advise them to sell at the present prices. This is a matter which should be decided bv each individual farmer according to his needs and circumstances. We are prepared however to make loans, secured by warehouse receipts for cotton, to those farmers who may wish to hold their cotton at Six Per Cent Interest. First National Bank, FOKT mu, 1 C I Kimbr i BHEflHHHHHHMHIRSIHHH Ever since we } Men s and Boys' !. such bargains to o gj correct style and e find in our stock ji Our special off when we will hav $15.00 We have just r< blacks and colors, are prepared to g $1.50 upward, j Feathers and Flov Come in and lo I KIMBRE FOR MAYOR. I hereby announce myself a candidate for the office of Mayor of Fort Mill, subject to the choice of the voters in the apnroaching municipal primary. If electea, I shall give the office my undivided attention and endeavor at all times to conduct the town's affairs in a manner that will prove satisfactory to the people. B. E. PATTERSON. FOR MAYOR. The Times is author'zed to announce Mr. W. M. CAROTHLKS as a candidate for Mayor of the Town of Fort Mill, S. C., subject to the choice of the Democratic voters in the municipal primary on October 14, next. RESOLUTION. Whereas, A. R. McElhaney, lormer Mayor of the Town of Fort Mill, has v.;.. ?... - "V uucicu it 10 i voi^iiauuii on oui.ii v/wiv.ci , and auch resignation having been accepted, be it Resolved, that an election be held in the town of Fort Mill on Thursday, the 14th day of October, 1915, for the purpose of choosing a successor in said office, and Resolved, that D. A. Lee, T. D. Faulkner and A. A. Young are hereby appointed managers of said election. J. L. SPRATT, Attest: Mayor Pro Tem. C. S. LINK. Clerk. York County Fair, October 13, 14, 15, 16th. Greatest fair yet held. Complete exhibits from York County homes and farms. Entertaining, thrilling and sen sational free acts. Best horses in the two Carolinas and probably some from Georgia will race for purses every cay. Everybody is coming. Clean shows, riding devices, etc. Season tickets bought prior to Oct. 10th, $1.00 for all four days. Write Secretary Wm. R. Timmons, Rock Hill, at once for premium list. Now is the Time to do your repairing. iou win need LUMBER for your fences, road bridges, repairs on your house, barn and outbuildings. We are in position to offer special inducements to early comers, giving you the best possible material, at prices that defy competition. Fort Mill Lumber Company, Phone No. 72. ell's Adlave been in business, \ Suits, but never before ffer you as we now ha\ ;very other desirable f< List what you are lookin ering for this week c e a window of Suits, Choice for Millinery. iceived a new shipm It will pay you to se ive you a stylish hat Also, we have a nev rers?just the newest th ok at these, whether yo LL'S, "Where ( BBmnaHnBDHBBBD f Clip Th We especially ini eel post trade. A | cuted with first < t the best that ca % T Men's half soles sewed 90c to 51.25 ? Ladies' 44 44 4 4 75c 4 4 4 4 4 4 nailed (>0c t Men's 44 44 44 75c j> Boys' 4 4 4 4 4 4 fi5r I * Misses' " " " 50c ; New Shoes made to i I foot - - % 4 Return charges paid on all v 4 or mor I S. J. BELL, c" $ ROCK HILL, I FALL F I ARE RE These Fall days offer a gi and Clean Up." We've ore M big demand?never had i You'll find every good thing here at Right Prices. Paint NOW?Save ' It's cheaper to paint than n< property last longer?looks n< know it?every owner does. V you need for your jcb and the I . NEW ERA PAINT-' Parks Drug Huyler's Chocolates Let Us Fill Your T JOB PRI The Times, 1 ? . \ ______________ News ] ve have handled have we had I ^ re. If you want eature you will g for. omes Saturday, $9.98. ent of Hats in e these, for we at prices from v assortment of ings being used. I u buy or not. Quality Reigns" j is Out! | i /ite your par 11 repairs exe class material, I n be bought. | t'atches, 15c to . 25c Men's and Ladies' heels, 30c, 25c O'Sullivan's Rubber heels. 50c Cat's Paw and Panther Tread Rubber heels, 35c and 40c order to fit your * $4.50 to $8.00. rork amounting to $1.00 ^ c- | istom Shoe Maker. Repairing a Specialty. + - - s. c. ; AINTS | LADY. I rand time to "Paint Up pared for an early and tuch complete stocks, j in Paints and Finishes I ^ Weather Wear. ot to paint?makes your ewer?brings more. You I fc will tell you how much best paint for the purpose 'Acme Quality." Company rand Bon Bons. *Jext Order For f i NTING. *Fort Mill.