Historical Newspapers of South Carolina

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. • •* ; I * 4 . ■' i.--# if-vlM- ■5 MEEII1GF SOCIAL WORKERS Will Discuss Many VIUI Topics Rs> lating to the Social Welfare of South Carolina. MONTENEGRAN KING SIGNALLY „.JAOKQRiS GAMI^M-JOY^OR— GALLANTRY IN ACTION. FRENCH MEDAL FOLLOWS SOON Recipient Has Probably Been Honored by Mor« Governments Than Haa Any South Carolina Soldier. > . Camden.—^John Cantey Villepigus cf Camden, one of the six South Car olinians on whom the United States government conferred the congres sional medal of honor, has been sig- nail” honored by King Nicholas I of on ten e grtr < -wi th~-»“]»U¥ar ~~b ravery medal for gallantry displayed in ac tion .while fighting with the American army in France. Mr. Villepigue will receive the “medal militaire” one of the highest war decorations given by the French government in a short time. The ci tation for the French medal has al ready been received by the former corporal. Besides the congressional medal of honor, the Montenegrin medal and the citation of the “medal militaire,” Mr. Villepigue has been presented with the British distinguished con duct medal for conspicuous gallantry under fire. Villepigue was formerly a corporal in Company M, One Hundred and Eighteenth infantry, "Old Hickory” division. He has probably been hon ored by more governments than any other South Carolina boy. All the medals given him have been fbr con spicuous bravery beyond the call of duty in action. Greenwood.—It is announced that the adihual meeting of the state con ference of social workers will b4 held 1 at SuhiteF November 18-20, next Plans are being arranged for presen tation of many vital topics th^t re late to the social welfare of South Carolina. Such matters are regarded as of very much more concern to the people than formerly and inter- j est in work of this kind is being notably quickened among thoughtful men and women who are leading in directing affairs in South Carolina. Columbia.—The total enrollment for the public schools in Columbia up to the present time is 5,043, according to figures compiled by W. H. Hand, superintendent. Mullins.—The Mullins Cotton Hold-1 ttff corporation, with an authorized capital of $100,000, placed a buyer on the local market to buy and store dis tress cotton. This company will also buy and store other cotton. Camp Jackson.—Claims of property ! owners of lands in the Camp Jackson area arising out of government occu pation are still being heard by the military committee in the postoffice buildingr All persons, having claims against the government are urged to present them before ‘this committee to expedite settlement. Marion.—The Marion Star says that two barrels of mash, ready to be dis tilled into liquor, were found in the Marion chaingang camp, and com ments as follows: "County officers were literally thun der struck when they found the two barrels, and of course immediately started an investigation. Dillon.—Mackey Masonic lodge held a "lodge of oorrow” at Main Street Methodist church in honor of their brother Masons who have away within the past year. “Columbia.—S. Preston - Hutto, for- mer clerk for the^J. L. Mfltrasugb company, has filed suit against J. L. Mimnaugh, the elder, and J. L. Mim- naugh, the younger, for $20<M>00 dam ages. The plainiff alleges that he was cursed, struck, kicked and push ed about by the defendants following an accusation charging the plaintiff with stealing. Washington (Special). — Senator Smith, after conference with John B. Cannon of Spartanburg, was able to make announcement that the war de partment has promised him to vacate different warehouses at Camp Wads worth just as quickly as possible, so that more cotton may be stored there by the Spartanburg Warehouse com- pany. * Lake City.—The laying of the cor nerstone of the Lake City Baptist church by William W. Wannamaker, grand master, marks a red letter day in the history of this community. The Forty-eighth infantry band from Camp Jackson rendered music for the | occasion. Governor Robert A. Cooper was the orator of the day. Rock Hill.—The Anderson Motor baa-bought the A. D. HoHer property on West Main street and will convert the residence into a 80 xoom hotel or boarding use of the mek employed by the com pany. The structure will be steam heated and fitted with modern conven iences. The cost of the addition and improvements will aggregate $40,000. Orangeburg. — Enumerators are needed in practically all of the coun ties in the Seventh congresscional dis trict which consists of the following counties: Orangeburg, Lexington, Richland, Sumter, Lee and Calhoun. Enumerators will be paid for the work done which will be about $4 to $6 a day. The work will begin on the second day of January, 1920. Florence.—Dr. Covington Lee ol Cowards was arrested on a warranl issued by Coroner Smith charging him with murder. The warrant is based on the verdict of the coroner’s Jury which investigated the death of Mrs. Walter Anderson of New Hope, Flor ence county. Mrs* Anderson died fol lowing her confinement. Dr. Lee being the physician in attendance. Dillon.—The town of Dillon in creased its size several times by a vote of 20 to 8. The vote in town was unanimous" in fdvor of the exten sion of the town limits. The limits were extended one-half mile, which will give it much additional and val uable property from which to get rev enue. Many improvements, such as paving tt^e streets and enlarged UgbL and sewer system, will be undertaken. Washington (Special)— Construc tion of a Seabord Air Line passen ger station at Chester in the near fu ture depends on the outcome of nego tiations now in progress between the railway officials and the United States railroad administration concerning the general financial position of the Seaboard, according to statements made to Senator Dial by T. C. Powell, director of capital expenditures in the office of Director General Hines. Columbia. — "Goodwill” plantation has been leased as a truck and stock farm. This announcement will bring a shudder to many a Boy Scout an other sportsmen. But S. B. McMas- ter, the owner, who has been the host on many a Joyous, occasion, says that he hopes the way may be open for Boy Scout picnics and other such like entertainments. The plantation which contain# about 3,500 acres has been leased for a term of years by the Dutch Fork Truck Farm, and it proposes among other things to extend, greatly the raisfng of Tamworth hogs. d An Insurance Church. Charlotte—Perhaps the first “insure ance church” in history is in opera tion in Charleston. Death benefits, sick benefits and old age pensions are part of the practical Christianity practiced bv St. John’s Episcopal mis sion among its parishioners, with one day’s wage a month from each em ployed man and woman as premium. In the two months the plan has been in operation the congregation has in creased until a movement has been started to raise a $50,000 fund and build a larger church. Seizure of Liquor. Gaffney.—Sheriff Thomas and J. E. Watkins, deputy sheriff, excited much interest by bHiging into town several gallons of whiskey in a five gallon can and fruit Jars. The can was found at the residence of Dolph Pat terson near Gaffney, and when ques tioned by the officers Patterson said the can was left at his house by Grady Coyle, who told him the recep tacle contained gasoline. Young Coyle was arrested and gave bond for Ms appearance at the next term of the •ourt of general sessions. v_ Rock Hill—Dr. D. B. Johnson, pres ident of Winthrop college, has jusl advised the secretary of the York fair association that the college will have a large exhibit and demonstration booth at the York county fair October 22-24. This exhibit .will occupy ap proximately one-fourth of the big ex hibit building and will represent the various branches of work that the col lege is doing. “ 1 "" 1 Orangeburg Bond Election. Orangeburg.—On November 8 Or angeburg votes on her first bonds for permanent street improvement The question of issuing $850,000 in bonds will be decided by . the voters. It is proposed to spend the money as fol lows: $100,000 for a gas plant, $50,- 000 for enlarging and extending the city sewerage system, $45,000 for ex tending and enlarging the city water and light plant, $610,000 tor permanent improvement of city streets. The property owners readily signed the petition for the election. Ravages of Boll Weevil. Trenton.—The farmers of Trenton have been making a study of what the boll weevil is doing for them in the patches where it has been found. In one patch it has praeticaty punc tured every email boll asid square for food and the half grown bolls' to lay its egg between the thick- outer skin and the' thin white lining and seals it. When the larvae hatches, it is white and makes its way into the boll and then comes out a weevil, the boll rob ting. No half grown bolls in these patches will open. ^ Almost Daily Some Necessity For The Use of Quality Jewelry Presents Itself —■ —always Jewelry of quality and character—is most appropriate both as a gift to a friend or for per sonal wear. t ' ' > \ At the present time, with the ushering in of the new season, when everyone is donning bright and J new wearing apparel—the need of Jewelry—as a finishing touch to be perfectly dressed is most im portant. Perhaps in the past you have experienced diffi culty in securing just the article you wanted—per haps the quality^af the article you did secure was disappointing. # Every article that enters this store is carefully bought—we are satisfied that the quality is the very best before we make the purchase—you can’t go wrong when you buy your Jewelry here. J. B. FRONTIS JEWELER J\ OVERSIZE Inner lobe PATCH Pure Rubber, All Rubber rv*i“r Cam Sealed And Gziaiv A.VCP Every Can Sealed and Gnar- antewd. The Quality Kindi A 81 A A Said *v tW 4c . S ■ W W MvTHiArriBH EU».ua woaaa xtiaxta «a- * Jl r <- 5 SAVI the Leather Shoe Polishes *IIQUID3 ANDT*STCS FOR BIA6K> .WHITE* TAN AND OX-BLOOD (DARK BROWN)SHOES tr.KQAUZVCOMOMnONit urrAio.N.v. ECZEMA 1 Hnnt’a Salve, formerly called Hnnt’e Cara U ruarantecd to •top and permanently cure that terrible itching. It la com- isnnded for that parpocc and nr moaey will be promptly 'anded without question Bunt’s Salve fall* to care J.Bciema,Tetter, Ring Worm or any other akin -ilteeia tta the box. far Mia locally by Youugs Pharmacy The Quinine That Does Not Affect The Head Because of its tonic and laxative effect, LAXA TIVE BKOMO QUININE (Tablets) can be token by anyone without causing nervousness or ringing In the head. E.W, GROVE’S signature on box. 30c. Habitual Constipation Cnrea in 14 to 21 Days -LAX-FOS WITH PEPSIN” is a specially- prepared Syrup Tonic-Laxative for Habitual Constipation. It relieves promptly but should be taken regularly for 14 to 21 days to induce regular action. It Stimulates and Regulates. Very Pleasant to Take. 60e per bottle. “Fireproof” Orientals. Orientals seem to be Immune to tho fierce heat of the flreroom in ocean steamers, and can endure for a great length of time temperature that would speedily prosYrate white men. V *‘Virginia-Carolina tobacco taaU* better! 99 S 24 nations lo_ . ■» ' ■ ■ . . * come to Vir^inia- Carolina tobacco i *. ,1 10 for 9 cents 20 for 18 cents Five timet more Virginia ■ Carolina tobacco was smoked in citfarettea last year than all the Imported cigarette tobaccos combined. . Only the better taste of Virdinia-Carollna tobacco can account for this. Any cigarette Is a better cigarette by the addition of Vlrfflnla-Carolina. But a cigarette made of Virginia- Carolina tobacco alone has a seat and a relish that no clrfarctte of mixed tobaccos can have. To prove this — smoke a Piedmont 'cigarette. Piedmont Is ttraight Virginia-Carolina. -4" ^ The Virginia - Carolina Cigmvtte - k t i *. \