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I 1 Idfk « If ■ I THE BARNWELL PEOPLE Entered at the post office at Bata well, S. C., at second-class matter. JOHN W. HOLMES 18^0-1912^ a P. DAVIES, Editor and Proprietor. Advertisements.—liCffal advertise ments at the rate allowed by law. Lo cal notices, 6 cents a line each inser tion. Wants and other special adver tisements under special head, 1 cent a word, minimum charge, 25 cents; three insertions for the price of two. Liberal contracts for display advertis- tajp made for three, six and twelve m n*v* Write for rates. Obituaries, a. "spect, icsolutions, cards ){ thanks, am* %li notices of a personal >r political character are charged for •s regular advertising. Contracts for advertising not subject to cancella tion after first insertion. Communications.—We are always flad to publish news letters or those pertaining to matters of public inter est. We require the name and ad dress of the writer in every case, not for publication but for our own pro tection. No article which is defama tory or offensively personal can find place in our columns at any price, and we are not responsible for the opinions expressed in any communication. THURSDAY, JANUARY 31ST., 1918. Uncle Sam wants thousands of men out of the draft age for special ser vice for which registrants will not be accepted. Now’s the time for some of those fellows who have been yap ping so loud about what they’d do if they were “in the age limit” to come to the front. There’s* no law that we know against volunteering. Step up or shut up. HON. GEORGE H. BATES PASSES TO HIS REWARD (CONTINUED FROM FIRST PAGE) BLACKVILLE SOCIAL NEWS Mrs. ; Bulat Entertains Wednesday Afternoon Book Club. Blackville, Jan. 26.—Mrs. H. L. Buist entertained the social meeting of the Wednesday Afternoon Book Club last Friday afternoon. Rook was played and refresshments were served. Mr*. Herman Brown was hostess on Thursday afternoon at bridge in hon or of her guest, Mrs. B. D. Beerwald, Mrs. Cunningham of Philadelphia al so a visitor. Both visitors received prizes and Miss Bertha Rich won first prize. A delightful frozen salad course was served. . Mr* and Mrs. Simon Casper of Phil adelphia werfe the guests of Mr, and Mrs. Herman Brown several days of last w6ek. Mrs. Ctfnningham and little (faugh- ter of Philadelphia are visiting at the residence of J. M. Farrell. Mr. and Mrs. B. D. Beerwald of Philadelphia will leave for her home Sunday afternoon, after a visit qf sev eral weeks with Mr. and Mrs. H. Brown. ^ Attraction to Be at School House. measure the respect their fellow rifltwis, la I Captain Bates was a Cevoted and a loving father; in his was a consecrated Christian; in rs■■unity, an ideal citisen, and in kia dealings with his fellownan ha la ted to the highest degree the of the lowly N concourse that all parts of the State to lest tribute of respect to hit and the many beautiful flora I mgs that covered hie grave were a testimonial to the in which he was Captain Bates* body waa laid to rent Thursday afternoon in the Barnwell Episcopal Oiarrh yard with Masonic honors, after funeral tervtcea in the Methodist Church conducted by hit pastor, the Rev L E. Peeler, aesietet by the Rev W J Snyder and Rev. W L Hayes He is survived by hie wife, one daughter. Mrs M. B Hagood. of Ram- well. and one sister. Mrs. Cooper, of Auguste. Ga.. who have the heartfelt sympathy of the entire community in their dark hour of bereavement. ^ 3Cli^V9 I MMCI Whereas on Wedneaday. January 23, IVIK. the Honorable George H Rules, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Barnwell High School, was railed to his final reward; and Whereas during his long connae tion with out. school, ha haa laborw in its true interests with foresight snd that loyalty and consecration to duty for which he was so highly re garded by all who knew him: There fore U* it Resolved, 1st., That wc», the teach ers and pupils of the Barnwell High School deplore his loss to our school, and that we wish to bear this humble testimony to the high esteem In which we held his valued advice and enob- ling influence, and the Just pride in which we hold the many advantages which we now enjoy as a result of his untiring efforts, foresight, and devo tion, so generously directed to the best interests of our school and edu cation; 2nd, That we here vow that his fine Christian character shall receive our merited emulation, and that his hon ored memory shall ever linger with us, and be cherished by us, as we go forward in the work to which he was so much devoted; 3rd, That a copy of these resolu tions be sent to his bereaved family; 4th, That copies of these resolu tions be sent to the two local papers for publication. Teachers and Pupils, Barnwell High School. New Game Warden Bill. Representative R. P. Searson, of Allendale, introduced a bill in the House last weok providing for the election of the chief game warden by the people in the primaries. REOS! REOS! Now on hand. See me at Blackville. C. H. Mathis. Vieiras Royal Hawaiian singers and players will appear at the Barn well High School next Tuesday night, Feb. 5th. This is indeed a rare and unique attraction, and the local lyceum management is confident that all who possibly can, will take advantage of the opportunity’ to see this fine com pany of motive Hawaiians dance, sing, and play their immortal love songs and music.. Mark Twain after visiting this land of music and flowers said: “The Hawaiians produce the most wonder ful music ever heard.” This It a very expensive company, and the management will have to charge admissiena ef $1.00 and 60c for adults and children, respectively. work, has not progressed much in this se< tirni. The registrants have all signed snd sent in their questionnaire*, and the question uppermost in the minds of all now is, “Who’ll be the first to wear the khaki?” RUB OUT PAIN wkh good oil linxmen^. That's die suredt wav to stop them. The best rubbing liniment is Circulars Supplement News paper Advertising. We Make a Study of the Attention Compelling Kind and IMnt Them Quickly. Treasurer’s Notice. Dental Notice. I will give one hour of Free Dental Attention each d .v * . soldiers in the Army service or i b * to be drafted. This is done prims' » help out the congestion of den * euhon to the RespectiufU vetrs, b W. Miller, D. D. S. S. C., Jan r. im. l.yndhumt. January 28.—The pre vailing cold weather haa hit this eec- ■trong of late. A beau- visited this community ing trees, wire fencee, almost like fairy- t before froeea, with ice. V Mr. Dick Gantt, ef Beaufort, spent the will mi here with his parents. Mr. gad Mrs. R. L Gantt Ufa the h«M>y parents ef p dainty little girl. Mr. sad Mrs. T. C Buboes, formsrly ef Lane, will make their home here fee the coming year. On account ef the severe cold, farm • The tax books will be open for the collection of State, County and School taxes for the fiscal year of 1017 from the 15th day of Octol>er, 1917 to the 16th day of March, 1018. inclusive. January 1, 1918, a penalty of 1 per cent, will be added. February 1, 1918, a penalty of 1 per cent, will be added, making a total of 2 per cent, for February. March 1st to the 16th, 1918, inclus ive a penalty of 5 per cent, will be added, making a penalty of 7 per cent, to March 15, at which time the tax books will close. Tax levy will be: For State purposes, 8*4 mills. For ordinary county purposes, 8% mills. For Constitutional school 3 mills. Total Levy 20 1-4 mills. ..Commutation road tax is $1.50. x Special school levies as follows: ^Two Mills—Ashleigh, Baldock, Bar bu^ Branch, Cedar Grove, Columbui, Edisto, Ellenton, Friendship, Green’s. Harmony, Long Branch, Meyer’s Mill, Morris, New Forest, Oak Grove, Riverside, Sand Hill, Sciglingville, Seven Pines, Tinker’s Creek. Three M ilia—Barton, Bloomingdale, Cave, Hickory Hill, Owens Cross Road, Red Ock, Shady Grove, Upper Richland. 4 Four Milla—Appleton, Big Fork, Calvary, Double Pond, Healing Springs, Hercules, Hilda, Lees, Rose mary, Reedy Branch, Sycamore. Five Milla—Elko. 2 mills for ordi nary expenses; 3 mills for hnnAr --- J Six Milb—Kline, 2 milla for ordi nary expenses; 4 mills for bonds. Revea milla—Dunbarton, 4 milla for ordinary expenses; $ milla for bonds Eight n i* Blsrkville, 6 mills for ordinary expenses; 3 milla for bonds Fairfax. 6H mills for ordinary ex penses; 2H milla for bonds. Ulmer 4 mills for ordinary county purposes; 4 milla for bonds. Milla— Allondale—8 for ordi nary expenses; 2H milla far bonds. Nlao Milto—Williston. 6 for ordi nary expenses: 4 mills for bonds. It * 1 1 Milla—Barnwell, 6 milla for or dinary expenses; 4Vb milla for bonds Drafts and chocha will not bo accep ted for taxes except ot taxpayers risk. County and srhoo! rlsim* pr«*i> erly approved will bo accepted foe taxes. • J. B Armstrong. County Treasurer MUSTANG LINIMENT Good for Ailments of Horses 9 Mules, Cattle, Etc. # Good fot ypur own A dies. Pains, Rheumatism. Sprains, Cuts, Burns, Etc. 25c. 50c. $f. At all Dealers. I t y'/ WE WISH TO ANNOUNCE TO THE PUBlty THAT i . r'. riTT 4 D/? JT A MD 1 Ship Your Long Staple Cotton TO Whaley & Rivers,- COTTON FACTORS, Consignments handled on Commission. CHARLESTON, S. C. W. H. GOODSON Civil Engineer and Surveyor Accurate Work or no Charge Allendale, S. C. 12-l-6m. Notice to Taxpayers. The taxpayers of the Town of Hilda, S. C., will please take notice that the tax books will be open from the first lid December, 1917, until March 15th, 1918. After March 16th, 1918, the penalty will be added. O. R. HIGHTOWER, Treasurer. Hilda. 8. C —12-8-St .Wm. McNAB. Representing Fire. Health aod* Accident Insurance Companies. Personal attention given all business filRt-e In Harrison Block, Mala St. Hahn " Kf.L. S. 0» I AUGUSTA LUMBER COMPANY : SASH. DOORS. BUNDS. LUMBER. LATH A SHINGLES AUDITOR'S APPOINTMENTS. Snell ing. Wednesday* Jan. 2. Dunbarton. Thursday, Jan. 3. Robbins, Friday* Jan. 4. Millette, Tuesday, Jan. 9. Martina. Wednewlay, January 9. Baldock. Thursday. Jan. 10. Appleton, Friday, Jan. II. Allendale, Tuesday, Jan. 13, Barton, Wednesday, Jaf WE ARE NOW PREPARED TO CHARGE AND REPAIR {STORAGE BATTERYS. •, WE ALSO ARE AGENTS FOR, AND CARRY IN STOCK THE FAMOUS Philadelphia Diamond ||||d|jBatteffi * i X X T ❖ m. ♦♦♦ SEE US WHEN YOUR OLD BATTERY NEEDS RE- y ♦♦♦ CHARGING, OR WHEN YOU WISH TO y ♦> PURCHASE A NEW ONE. V X «?♦ X i A A FISK TIRES • Vickery Bros. T T n # MOBILOIL A & B. y ❖ ? LIBERTY BONDS ALL PURCHASERS OF LIBERTY BONDS THROUGH THIS BANK ARE NOTIFED TO CALL AND GET THEIR BONDS. WHERE SAME HAVE BEEN PAID FOR IN FULL. i Bank of Western Carolina Barnwell. S. C Mm* <1 Alt**, ml C, CO UNCLE SAM ONE BET#' Ifl CERTAIN-TEED & VULCANITE ROOFING. t UPSON PROCESSED WALL BOARD. ! Ask For Pricoa • x • Catalogue Free Announcement! Fairfax, Thursday, Jan. 17. Kline, Friday, Jan. 18. BlackviMe, Tuesday, J*n. 22. . • Elko, Wednesday, Jan. 21. Williston, Thursday, Jan. 24. Mercatua, Friday, Jan. 23. Sycamore. Tuesday, Jan. 29. Jennys, Wednesday, Jan. 3 • t TRinmnay/ JiilUa, Friday, Feb. 1. Personal and real property must be returned this yea*. The time for mak ing returns will end Feb. 20th. Fifty per cent, penalty will be added on all returns not made. No returns re ceived after Feb. 20th. R. W. RILEY, County Auditor. p We take pleasure in announcing that we have opened a first-class drug store at Dunbarton and will carry in stock at all times a full line of PATENT AND PROPRIETARY MEDICINES, TOILET ARTICLES, CIGA{RS, CIGARETTES AND DRUG ACCESSOR- IES. We have also installed an ’Up-to-date fountain ajid invite our friends to make our store their head quarters. Mr. J. A. Wooley will be in charge and will take pleasure in serving your wants, large or small. * ...v • • > ^ Dr. J. G. Wooley will have offices here on Tuesdays and Fridays from 10 to 12 o'clock. Other hours by appointment. Telephone connection with Barnwell. STALLINGS & WOOLEY Druggists Dunbarton, S.C. Stnte of Ohio. City o» To.«.v-0. • Lucan County, ns. Frank J. Ch*m\v maker-that he Is senioi partner of Hie :ir'*i of F. J, Cheney .% Co., doinsr burin* s* Jn the City of lolcrio. County and t-tate afore said. and that said tlrr- wl’l pay the sum of ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS for each and every case of Catarrh that cannot be cured by the u*e of HALL'S CATARRH CURE. FRANK J. CHENEY Sworn to before me and subscribed In my presence, this 6th day of Decem ber. A. D. 1886. A. W. GLEASON. (Seal) Notary Public. Hall’s Catarrh Cure is taken intern- ally and acta through the Blood on the Mucous Surfaces of the System. Send , for testimonials, free. F. J. CHENEY & CO.. Toledo, O. < Sold by all druggists, 75c. Hall’s Family Filla for constipation. No. Six-Sixty-Six This la a prescription prepared especially for MALARIA or CHILLS 4 FEVER. Five or six doses kill break any case, and if taken then as a tonic the Fever xNU not return. It acts on the liver better than Calomel and does not gripe or sicken. 25« t Want to Get What You Want ? TRY A WANT AD. COODTOThE LAST DROP MAXWELL MOUSE COFTEE dSK YOUR CROC £ R ERHAPS you are sot making $3,000 or $4,000 m year. The inconi* tax doesn’t affect you. Cheer up. You may make enough tome <li£% to pay Uncle Sam hit small tax. Meanwhile TAX YOURSELF. Set aside a certain amount of your earnings and let us pay you for keep ing it. This kind of taxes is not as sure as death, but it’s a lot more pleasant. Meanwhile— * INVITE US TO HELP YOU TAX YOURSELF. Ba-riik: of Willistori. WILLISTON. S. C. LIVER DIDN’T ACT DIGESTION WAS DAD ■ Nt - ; Says 65 year Old Kentucky Lady, Wko Tells How She Wu ReBered Alter a Few Doeea of Mack-Draafht. Meadorsvlllt, Ky.—Mra. Cynthia Higginbotham, of thla town, says: “At my age, which Is 65, the liver does not act so well as when young. A few years ago, my stomach was all out of fix. I waa constipated, my liver didn't act My digestion was bad, and it took so llttlo to upset me. My ap petite was gene. I was very weak... I decided I would give Elack- Draught a thorough trial as I knew It was highly recoir ' *ed for this trouble. 1 began L.k better after a lew d •*. * appetite ixnnrc p ea •»: I arer. My bowels acted naturally %nd the least trouble was eocn righted with a few doses of Black-Draught" Seventy years of successful use made Thedford’s Black-Draught standard, household remedy. R member, of every family, at tt need the help that Black-Draught give In cleansing the system and lievlng the troubles that come f constipation. Indigestion, lazy l\ etc. You cannot keep well unless j stomach, Ihrer and bowels are In g working order. Keep them that i Try Black-Draught, it act* promj gently and in * natural way. If feel sluggish, take a 4eee teal You will feel freak tonot row. p 25c. u package—One cent a AH drugglata. j m