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By Miss Uain w |j I*i4i t '' " Tl ' "" JU.. . Mrn. Mailer W?a HodtMs. Mr*. Edwin Muller wkh a gr?cfou? ftofctess fet a lovely afternoon tea and reception last Friday,* The rooms wqre darkened and many candles shed 4 Hoft glow over the flower-filled rooms while glowing fires aded \o the ?hdrrinesa. Guests were welcomed at the door by -Mrs. W. L. DePass and Mrs. John S. Lindsay and the hostess received informally* Quito a charming addi tion to the entertainment was the musical program of piano and violin selections and songs, rendered by Mesdames r, N. McCorkle, J, Gard ner Richards, Ernest C. Zemp, and Mr. Jlollis Qobb< Miss Mary Black well charmed the company 'with a reading from one of Barrier's plays. lit the dining room the table was! jtovoly in a setting of whitq and yellow, the center held a huge . bowl 1 *f ' daffodils ' and White candfeer gleamed in silver candle sticks. Block ice: cream and delicious ?akev were 'served. ' v "V ' ' ?*; Camden Boy Ww Winner. Knoxville, Tenn., March 2L- ? Th?; University of South. Carolina, repre sented by Coleman ? Karesh ? and George ? Wittkowsky, defeated the' ? University of Florida bjiCjfour t6" one decision iis a debate here tonight,, The meeting at knoxville was a part of the triangular clash of "Florida, Tennessee an<T South Carolina. The attentive audience waS'-^flW^ pressed with the fine arguments and sented. The query was one of much interest and the presentations showed the re sult of much study. Carolina had the negative side. Luck in Odd Number. 1 ?Shakespeare says: "There is A divinity in odd numbers either At nativity or chance." Try your luclo tonight; you may be the one of the thirteen to see "Mr. Pint Passes By," free of charge. Every thirteenth person paying at the door goes in free. This does not include reserved scats. Hobkirk Hill Chapter to Meet. The above chapter will meet Thurs day afternoon, April 3rd, at 4:30 o'clock, with Mrs. Julia Long Knapp. Topic for discussion "Puty of Each Citizen to Uphold the Constitution.!' A 111 members are invited and all visit ing members of the organization arc rordially invited to attend. The Mabry bill requiring physical examination of men before triarriage licenses can be granted them was killed in the senate yesterday, 20 to eighteen. ' , Majestic Theatre Programme TODAY, FRIDAY, MARCH 28 William S.- Hartln "SINGER BILL McKEE" Without a doubt Hart's best effort on the screen. Also a new Gang Comedy Admission 35c-15c SATURDAY, MARCH 29 The Arrow FilVh Corp. Presents Big Boy Williams in ?THE END OF THE ROPE" A new whirlwind Western with a new sensation Also a new round of ??FIGHTING BLOOD" and a Mermaid Comedy Admission 35c-15c MONDAY, MARCH 31 A new Paramount Picture "THE STRANGER" With Betty Compson, Richard Dix, I^ewis Stone and Tully Marshall. An excellent picture with interest to the very end. Also Pa the News Admission 35c-15c TUESDAY, APRIL 1 Viola Dana scores a hit in -IN SEARCH OF A THRILL"/ Which is considerably better than any of her recc^nt pictures. She >"* surrounded by a good cast. Also a Rolin Comedy, Admission 35c- 15c WEDNESDAY, APRIL 2 Constance Talmadge with Conway Tearle. Tully Marshall and Marjorie Daw in "A DANGEROUS MAID" The story of a madcap rebel who routed a king's army with swords and kisses. Also a Rolin Comedy Admission 36c- 15c THUR8DAY, APRIL 3 Dorothy Mackaill, Conway Tearle and Richard Cortes in A Paramount Pictur?. "THE NEXT CORNER** The nature of this story makes It suitable for adult audiences only. Admission S5e-16c Catholic Church Services. .Services for the fourth Sunday of Lent, as announced by Rev, M. J. -Reridin, will be observed at the Cath- 1 olic church as follows: Masses at 6:15 I and 11:00 a.m.;; Sunday school at I 10 a.m.; sermon in the morning at 11 o'clock on "The Gospel Example," in the evening on, "Why Should We He Burdened with Religion?" All are cordially invited. Wednesday evening services at 8:45 sermon on "The Passion," - and Fri day, sermon on "The Purpose of the Blessed Eucharest." Judge (interrupting); "That's enough. How did it happen, if that'a the case, that he waV dead when the officers arrested you?" C. O.: "Why ? why ? jedge, your honor, I Jes* reckon dat chicken mas' ?-brafhed hisself to dath at the peck o' trouble he was gettin* this po' ole colo'ed man inter/' trr-P? - r ? __ ... ry ^personal mention. MK Hi Harris, of 1 Camden w*Ye fuesta at Hotel DeSoto, ' Savannah, G?., the J>aat w?ek. ^r. H. Stewart who ha? been wtth the Camden Furniture Company for the pant four years, u now with the H. A. Taylor Furniture Company Of Columbia. Mr. Stewart will timie to reside in Camden but wil be, on the road most of the timo as salesman and collector. Camden people will receive with real pleasure the news that 1 etc Mackey, who recently received injuries in an athletic contest, i?ij rapidly recovering. The accident which caubed a broken collar-bone occurred in Atlanta, Ga., where he is attending Oglethorpe University. Dr. and Mrs. Harvey M. McLure and daughter, Miss Jane tycLure, of BishopVille, we ye visitors in Camden thiH week. Mr. Ralph Little of the .University of Virginia, and Mr. Albert Evans, of Furman University, spent several days at homo last week. , Mrs, C. J. Shannon, 3rd, and sons, oi! Columbia, visited her mother, Mrs. H. <J.? Brown last week. Mr and Mrs. Dalton McLeod, of Bothune, were recent visitors at the hom6 of their sisters, Miss Rosa Mc Leod and Mrs. Clara Latham. Mr.- Charles W. McCurry, of Flor ence was a visitor in . Camden this week. Mr. McCurry is an old Camden boy' and his friends were, glad to see him./? f < , Miss ElUabeth Kennedy is spend ing t?\6 spring holidays in Parkton> N. ?1 ? Miss Agnes DePass of Converse ^ll^^e,' is at hotne for a week-end V * Major and Mrs. Moultrie are visiting at the home of Mr. and Mrs. James Burns. The major is a son of Captain Bfailsford and is a surgeon in the United States army. Celebrates Eighth Birthday. Tuesday afternoon the home of Mr. and Mrs.' J. A. Rudistll was bright and gay with the fun and frolic of about twenty little girls and boys who had been invited by the winsome little .hostess, ; Katherino to celebrate in honor of her eighth birthday. The rooms were in holiday attire, a color scheme of pinjt and white being used. Games and prize con tests were enjoyed and then the youthful guests were invited into the dining room where a table was laid with pink and white decorations, with the cake in the center and the gleam- , ing pink candles told the number of years the hostess had brighted the home. . Attractive and catchy cards marked the places, where pink and j white ice cream and assorted cakes were served. The favors were tiny baskets filled with mints. _ A Quiet Home Wedding. Miss Martha Ticknor, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Durant Tick nor, was married on Saturday, March 22nd, ~ to Captain Bwight Partridge of Washington, D. C., son of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred B. Partridge of Bedford Hills, New York. r Tb<5 marriage was solemnized at the Ticlcnor cottage at noon, Rev. F. H. Harding officiating, and only tlMi immediate family was present, owing to the illness of Mr. B. D. Ticknor, father of the bride. Following the ceremony a wedding breakfast was served at the Studio I for the bridal party, and on Sunday the young couple motored to Pine ! hurst for a brief visit, returning the end of the week to the Court Inn. Miss Ticknor is a popular member, of Camden's younger set and has taken an active part in all social and sporting 'events during the winter 'season since leaving school. She is an expert horsewoman and golfer. Her engagement to Captain Cart ridge was announced in the early fall, and the wedding was to have been next June, but on account of Mr. Ticknor's illness it was decided to have the date advanced. . Miss Marion Ticknor was her sister's only attendant. BOYKIN NMWH NOTi*?. - v- ?<:>?: v 4:-) Boykiiy S. C., delightful affair w?? the. sta# diniier . fivdn on Sunday by Mr#. J. P? Harling, the popular postmistress at Boykin in honor of he* husband, Cap*. Jack HajrKng. A sumptuous f?att whs served to Capt. Harling ?nd his guests, Messrs. I*. W. Boykin, W. Ancrum Boykin, Henry IX Boykin," K. Miller Boykin, Thomas Hailc and J. II. Cannon, who so genuinely en joyed Mrs. liar 1 lug's hospitality, that ihey were induced to return homo only by the darkening hours of th<? late afternoon. ' Dr. and Mrs. Morris Blackwell are the guests of Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Cantey. " On Monday afternoon Miss Less BoykJt> entertained at Hannah's Cabin in honor of Mrs. K. E. Allen of New York. Mrs. J. T. Hay is visiting her sister, Mrs. Charlefc Salmond, in Spartan burg. Mrs. E. C. DuBose spent several days last week in Camden. The guest of Mrs. T. J. Klrkland. Walhalla Bank R^bbedj Anderaon, March 26.'? Three un known men bound and gagged Police man Guy Grant last midnight and robbed the Enterprise Bank, at Wal halla, S. C., securing six to eight hun dred dollars in small change, accord ing to information received here to day. They, used a blow torch to melt a hole in the vault large enough for n man's body. After the robbery they carried the ^/officer off into the woods and left him tied, but he re leased himself after two hours work and gave the alarm. Bewley Mitchell, a J*xi driver, reported that three men, believed to have th? robbers, robbed him of money and automobile last night after hiring him to drive from Westminster to Salem. He wns bound and left in the woods, he said. General News Notes Dr. Charles W. Elliott, president emeritus of Harvard university, cele brated his ninetieth birthday at his home at Cambridge, Mass. Rheba Crawford, famous evange list, known as the "Angel of Broad way," was married in St. Petersburg, Fla., Tuesday afternoon to J. Harold Somcrs, a publisher. Representative William R. Watson of Newberry, has resigned to become chief clerk to the secretary of state. If the governor signs a bill that has been put up to him to that effect, the use of steel and solid rubber tires on the roads of the state will be pro hibited, except that solid rubber tires may be used with the permission of the state highway commission and the law will not apply to the highway commission's road machinery. Major John F. Jones, collector of internal revenue, has written to Sen ator Dial recommending the construc tion of an additional Federal building in Columbia on the lot occupied by ^the present offices of the collector at acosfo? $65,000. The*, present offices are very crowded and more room is necessary. The author of the song, "It's a Long Wijiy to Tipperary" died recent ly at his home in Coventry, England. This song was one of \he most favored during the war. Every Little Bit Helps. "Is there anyone present who wishes the prayers of the congrega tion for a relative or friend?" asked the minister. "I do," says the angular lady who arises from the rear pew. "I want the congregation to pray for my husband." "Why, sister Abigail!" replies the minister, "You have no husband as yet." "Yes, but I want all to pitch in an' pray for one for me!" ? Life. Tea To He Given at Millvale. On Friday afternoon, March 28th, there will be a tea given at the home of Miss Ellen Ellerbe, "Millvale" for the benefit of the Rectory Fund, Church of the Ascension, Hagood. The lovely home on the banks of the picturesque old mill-pond will be thrown o?en to the guests. The japonicas, for which the place is noted, are in bloom at this time, and will afTord pleasure to all who are so fortunate as to see them. liy way of sntertainment there will he a local negro choir which will sing many old spirituals and give exhibi tions of true negro shouting. An admission fee of one dollar will he charged and refreshments will be served. To brighten an oak dining room table prepare a pan of soapy water with any mild white soap, dampen ?? cloth, wash the table and rub at the spots. As you wash, wipe with An other cloth. Do not let any water re main on the table and when it is tho roughly dry go over it with a good furniture polish. Never wash rubber stockings in soapy water. The alkaliin soap rots the' rubber. Wash in warm water with a brash. They last much longer if treated in this manner. YOUR BODY NEEDS STRENGTH OF IRON /np\HIRTY years ago physicians I began to prescribe Gude'f JL Pepto-Mangan because it pro vided a form of iron which was easily digested and did not affect the tooth. Now is the season when you especially need it. Your drag" gist, ^mh it, in both liquid and tablets. Free Trial Tablet. Sit^-KIKSS valu* of C>ud?'? PvptO'Maugan, writ* today for *?n?irou? Trial I*acka*?s of TsbWtta. 8?n<l bo money ??- Just name and ?ddreea to JHL J. llralUntwch Co., (9 tfwritn 8t, H. Y. Gudc*s pepto~Mangan Tonic and Blood Enricher ~ I < ?'*"????? : 1 Death of Rev. J. B. Holley. Friends in Camden and throughout South Carolina were saddened to hear of the death of the Rev. J. Bowman Holley, which occurred at a hospital in Orlando, Florida, on tho 20th. Mr. Holley was well and favorably known here, where he married Miss Janio Smith; daughter of Mrs. M. S. Sowell and sister of Judge M. L. Smith, He wag a preacher of marked abil ity and held several important pas torates in the Southern Baptist Con vention, His passing is a distinct loss to the Baptist denomination, and to the citizenship of the South, for he was also a well known educator and a good man, a man who had the courage of his convictions and fear lessly defended them. He. rendered itrue~ service to his church and to his eountry. Mr. Holley was pastor at Winter Park, Fin., at the time of his death, hut had been in failing health for some time and wa* in ? ^ospitr.! at Orlando for treatment when the ei^d came. x ?He leaves a widow and three chil dreh, two sons, James Holley and Boyd Holley and ono daughter, Mrs. J. L. Covington. He was buried in Bennettsville, the home of his daugh~ ter, Mrs. Covihgton, Saturday after noon. ; ? Mr. and Mrs. M. I., Smith and fam*: ily and Mrs. M. S Sowell attended the^uncral. L ?; I'aternal Style. . . "Now, my little man," said the barber- to a youngster in the barber'j chair, Mhow do you want your hair cut?" "With a hole in the top, like dad's, '' was the 'reply. ? Pittsburgh Sun. Excuse Me, Jedge. Colored Culprit: "No sir, no, sir,< jedge, your honor ? I didn't steal that chicken nohow. Here was me ject a walkin' by dat coop when out. flies dat dere roos'er right spang inter dis yero tater bag I'se a-totin'. . i was jes argoin' to " THE ST If D tO GIFT SHOP Reduction Sale for One Week Only Jewelry, Leather Goods, Children's Books, and Other Gifts. Home for some people is where the au&rpobUc roads are smoothest. ? ? ^ f "" ' - To Qwr Subscribers. \{ratch the date on your label and if your subscription expires in March, please call or send in a renewal, as we. will revise our list at the end of the month and if your subscription is not paid before next Friday, your name will be omitted from the list. The Chronicle. "Mr. Pim Passes By." The Columbia Stage Society will present "Mr. Pim Passes By," in the Grammar school auditorium tonight, Friday, March 2Hth, at 8 o'clock. This is a clever English comedy that Mr. Heed and his company are pro ducing with their usual success. Mr. Reed is a clever comedian "and as director of the stage society hbB given Columbia and other cities ah oppor tunity to see some of the best of the recent Broadway successes. The play was taken to Savannah on Wed. nesday night and met with great suc cess. Mr. Reed will take the part of "Mr. Pim." It is to be gi^&n for the benefit of th?? C?.???do:: High School and"' let ua bespeak for it a liberal patronage. Admision seventy five cents, reserved seats $1.00. School children 50 cents. Pupils of the high school ape selling tickets. Encourage them by taking one for this is a benefit that should appeal to jil) ds all are interested in the schools. The program wtll -be over^in time for the dance. Soe William* S. Hart in "Singer* Jim McKee" at the Majestic Theatre Friday, ; March 28th. Also "Our Gang" comedy. TO THE PUBLIC 1 have definitely located in Cam den. When in need of the following grades of work see me: Pipe fitting and repairing. General' Carpenter work. All kinds of concrete and brick work, such as making blocks and brick of every design, laying Walk^and sidewalks, etc. General raflf&li*ing of all kinds. Satisfaction guaranteed on all work or material done or furnished by me. Prices reasonable. See or write me when in need of any of the above. G. W. TURNER, . . .. .. i 1512 Mill Street. 52-1-2? pd Thirteenth Buyer to be Lucky. Mr. \V. A. Clarke will bo the door keeper at the auditorium tonight and every' thirteenth person who buys u ticket from him will be admitted free. See "Mr. Pim Passes By"; you may see this charming comedy free of charge if thirteen is your number. ; ? ? * " """" * , 'V"1. First Year's Interest to be Absorbed. It is stated by City Council that they have sufficient funds on hand to enable the city to absorb the first year's interest on property owner** paving assessments, therefore i? making these payments which will be due in April,, no interest will bo col letted to April 1st, 1924. Property owners will also be given the priv ilege of making their annual payment in four installments, namely, Aprif 1, July 1, October 1, and January, 1. These deferred payments to carry in terest at 7 per eent. Civic League Notear The league president, Mrs. William Ancrum, announces that at last she has received the mite boxes for the contribution it "t? the Federation En dowment Fund and all desiring om> are requested to see or phone her. Those boxes must come in time for the' Camden delegation to take to the Conference of Federated Clubs which n\eets in Charleston, April 18. Mrs. Loroy Davidson, the newly elected treasurer will receive the dues oi any^ member- Vho-has- not-paid for 1924 or any new member. Ladies, let's lengthen the membership roll of this important organization, an. or ganization that should claim the in terest of every Camden woman, and then we would indeed, have "The City Beautiful." Do not stand off and criticize for you know it- is much easie^ to criticize than to execute. Interest and work gives one a feeling Of ownership. Camden will be doubly dear when we give our service and our talents freely. Then we. can truly say: "This is my town! Within these narrow walls I own a princely service." Mrs. Ancrum has received several flowering plants and shrubs > with the promise of more from the botanical ga'Miens of Washington, D. C., through the courtesy of Mr. . Dial, aenatdV from South 'Carolina. DR. BRUCE'S DIS COVERY IS NOT AN INSECTICIDE IT'S the weevil'# vitamine ? hi* food ? plus the. poison.- - It standardizes weevil control and cuts the cost of producing cotton to a minimum. At 55c a gallon f.o.b. factory, the per acre cost per season will be less than $2.50 St. Matthews, S. C.t Nov. 30, 1923. Dr. B. F. Bruce, Genv Mgr., Bruce Boll Weevil Exterminator Co., St. Matthews, S. C. Dear Dr. Bruce: ? In reply to your inquiry I am glad to inform you that tht? kind and amount ? of poison 1 used on the balance of my cotton this year, where I made 433 pounds of lint cotton less per acre than I made per acre where I used your exterminator, was two applications of Ixlxl mixture and one application of Calcium Arsenate dust. I used the Ixlxl about the time my cotton commenced squaring and the dust the latter part of Julj^ or the first of August* There was practi cally no difference in the land or kind and amount of fertiliser used. Your demonstration ? as you will remember ? was planted in the King Hitf Boll long staple, and the other part of my farm was planted in the Cleveland Big Boll. If there is anything you wish to know concerning this matter, don't hesitate to write me. JACK. D. ANTLKY. Report of Demonstration No.24 A Field of J. E. Wannamaker & Son in Calhoun County. THIS demonstration was planted in the J. E. Wannamalter-Cleveland Big Boll, from four years breeding for a higher per cent of yield and early maturity. 100 per -cent control up to 8-5. I am pleased with the ex terminator as a direct control of weevil infestation. Made 716 pounds lint per acre. J. E. WANNAMAKER. F. M. W00TEN LOCAL AGENT ~ Camden, S. C. for direct and Indirect Weevil Control South Carolina Weevil Control Corp. /]aI TL" PlA' No. 3 Mimnaugh Building WI I?*SP00K Columbia, S. C. 1 will plant acres of cotton lk? season, and in your proposition. Send free Book to N