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Cije Bamberg Herafo ESTABLISHED APRIL, 1891. Published Weekly at Bamberg, S. C. Entered-as second-class matter April 1891, under Act of March 3, 1879. $1.50 PER YEAR. Volume 27. No. 38. Thursday, Sept. 19, 1918. The elections are over, and The Herald is certainly satisfied. Now the next thing is the fourth liberty Iban, which opens the last of this ' ' month. Let everybody save up their money to invest in fourth issue liberty bonds. The amount of the loan is to be the biggest yet undertaken to raise, five billion dollars. Let the money roll into the treasury in fine style. The end of the war is in sight right now; let's keep it in sight. Money is the greatest factor just now, since there is such a steady stream of men flowing into Europe. m i?? ? There was considerable interest in Bamberg in the Democratic primary held in Georgia last week. Thomas E. "Watson, editor of the late Jeffersonian, which was disbarred from the mails because of un-American utterances, was defeated in the tenth district for congressman, the incumbent, Mr. Vinson, winning by a small majority. * In the race for United States senator, W. J. Harris was nominated over all opponents, going in by a literal landslide. The incumbent, Mr. Hardwick, had been characterized by President Wilson as an opponent of the administration. If your subscription has expired and you fail to get a remittance to us by_October 1, your subscription I will be discontinued. This applies to everybody. Because you are a / prominent man or a man of large finances is no reason why we should , v violate the orders of the .government to accommodate ydu. So don't fail wviii- *onoroal tr? 115 in time. CU J VIA* . . ? If you fail to get your paper you haye no one to blame but yourself. Look at your label this minute, while you are thinking about it. It is a very rare thing that we make errors in subscriptions, but we are not infallible. If you think your label is wrong call our attention to it in time to adjust before October 1. We will see to it that it is righted. The Charleston American, beginning a column diatribe on its alleged ''patriotism," says: "The Ajnerican makes no pretence of being in line with the newspapers of South Carolina. If the 'American were so in line, it would be able to give no good reason for its existence." We cer* _ tainly trust the American states the exact truth when it says it is not in line with the other newspapers in South Carolina, ahd we think that the American, for once at least, does state the truth. For instance, the other newspapers in the State have not been disbarred f^om the mails for pro-Germanism, and none of the editors of other papers, with the exception of one?a blind follower of a certain politician in the State?have been convicted and sent to the federal penitentiary for disloyalty or crimes t against the United'States. No, we think the State is very fortunate in not having its newspapers in line with the Charleston American. The first great drive by the American forces in Europe has thrilled the whole world. That the American boys can take the initiative and carry forward an offensive is proven beyond doubt. It is extremely interesting to study the map where the American drive was made. The St. **Mihiel salient, or wedge, was thrust into the allied line during the first weeks of the war, in the fall of 1914. All efforts to dislodge the Germans were unavailing, until finally the task was given up, and there had been no fighting of moment in that section for a long period. The United States forces, with the aid of the French, launched their attack Thursday, and # by early Friday the salient, some forty miles of front, was completely wiped out. In just twenty-seven hours after the attack was launched, the forces, in two sections driving from both corners of the wedge, met, thus sealing the neck of the pocket, and .shortening the front to about twenty miles. A line of prisoners three miles in length and four abreast marched to the rear of the American lines at one time. The attack was made so quickly that it was impossible for the Germans to wreak their usual destruction, and the towns, some twenty of them, were taken practically intact. The French inhabitants of the pocket had had no news of the war in four years, so strict had been the German censorship. There is now much conjecture as to the next move in the Lorraine section, since the St. Mihiel salient has been obliterated. It will be noted, upon reference to the map, that the \ \ 1 German border stretches along the American front at a distance of only a few miles, almost touching the battle front in some places. Metz, an important German city, is only ten miles distant. Some of the war critics are inclined to the belief that the next move will be for the capture of Metz and the railroad from .Metz to Saarburg, which is described as being the most important railroad center in the German Lorraine. A few- miles distant from Saarburg is the city of Strassburg. The line from Metz to Strassburg is said to be the most heavily defended territory the allies are likely to encounter in the drive for the subjugation of Germany. That the drive for this line may come very soon is the opinion of many of the critics, and there will be great suspense until the outcome of this drive, if it is made, is de cided. Taking this section, the allied line may cross the Rhine, or may proceed down the Rhine, the latter course being most likely, as in this instance most of the heWy Rhine defenses could be taken without crossing the river. The great German city of Cologne is about midway from Strassburg to the sea. After reaching that city, the allied forces would be within striking distance of Essen, about twenty miles inland from the Rhine. Essen is the home of the big Krupp munition works, and the taking of this city would certainly end the war as far as effective German resistance is concerned. Essen is just 150 miles from the present American line in French Lorraine. Uncle Sam to the Rulers of Germany. We tried to be neutral. But you would not have it so. You ravished your neighbors, You outraged humanity. And, failing to dominate us, You reviled us. You ordered us from the free seas. You ambushed us on the highways. You waylaid us in the night. You killed our helpless people. You drowned our women and children. You destroyed our property. You violated our rights. You insulted our sovereignty. ,You dishonored our flag. You sneered at our protests. You scorned our good will. You flouted our friendship. You mocked us as "money changers." You derided our courage. You jeered at our army: You scoffed at our means of defense. You defied our defensive power. You goaded us into war?and NOW, You shall answer to 23^,000,000 men Placed at my command by Congress | To make the world safe for Amerij cans And other peace loving people. Civilization will subdue and disarm you. Your vast machinery for tottering humanity, Through your lust for 'pillage and conquest, Shall be disarmed. ?ou shall be made S^fe to live among law abiding nations. Take Notice! Uncle Sam.. ?Equitable Public Bulletin. ?^i <?? ? Gautemala has now joined the allies. Guatemala has a large supply of "shock" troops* that would prove effective if we could get them over there. CARD OP_THANKS. I wish to take this method of expressing sincere thanks for the many kind and thoughtful acts on the part of friends during the illness and after the death of my mother. We greatly appreciate the thoughfulness and the sympathies of all those who so kindly assisted us^ j J. tfiUIN JbiHKJtlAKJJT. NOTICE OF THIRD DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY ELECTION, SEPTEMBER 24th, 1918. Notice is hereby given to the Democratic voters of Bamberg county that an election will be held Tuesday, September 24th, 1918, for the purpose of nominating a candidate for the office of Comptroller General of the State of South Carolina. The election will be conducted under the same rules governing the first and second pri- . maries, and the persons who acted as managers and clerks in the first and second primaries are appointed and requested to act as managers and clerks of this the third pripiary. .Managers will please call at the office of the Secretary of the County Committee for the boxes and ballots. J. F. CARTER, 'County Chairman of Bamberg Co. September 18, 1918. We carry fuses for automobile lighting systems; also "Spot Lights" and other accessories. FaulknerElectric Service Co.?adv. NOTICE OF FINAL DISCHARGE. To all and singular the kindred and creditors of G. P. Harmon, de ceasea: Take notice, that the undersigned will apply to the Judge of Probate for the county of Bamberg, at his office, Bamberg, S. C., on the 19th day of October, 1918, at 11 o'clock, a. m., for a final settlement of the estate of G. P. Harmon, deceased, and a discharge from the office of administrator of said estate. J. B. HARMON, Administrator. Bamberg, S..C., Sept. 18, 1918. BANK STATEMENT Statement of the condition of the Peoples Bank, located at Bamberg, S. C. at the close of business August 31st, 1918. RESOURCES. Loans and discounts ....$277,132.5(5 Overdrafts 583.41 Bonds and stocks owned by the bank 6,350.00 Furniture and fixtures .. 2,100.00 Banking house 5,309.07 Due from banks and bankers 59,492.35 Currency 1,197.00 Silver and other minor minor'coin 639.70 Checks and cash items .. 3,628.49 Total $356,432.58 LIABILITIES. Capital stock paid in $ 25,000.00 Surplus fund 15,000.00 Undivided profits, less current expenses and A ! J CO (l; <7 laxes paiu Dividends unpaid 28.00 Indivi du al deposits subject to check .. ..$173,692.15 Demand certificates of deposit .... 10,700.00 ? checks1*.S .. 716.96 185,109.11 Biils payable, including certificates for money borrowed 125,000.00 Total .: $356,432.58 State of Soutb Carolina?County of Bamberg. Before me came C. E. Black, cashier of the above named bank, who, being duly sworn, says that the above and foregoing statement is a true condition of said bank, as shown by the books of said hank. C. E. BLACK, Castoier. Sworn to and subscribed before me .this J.8th day of Sept., 1918. B. W. MILEY, , Notary Public. Correct-Attest: A. M. DENBOW, GEORGE P. HAIR, ? ^ J. F. CARTER, Directors. BANK STATEMENT. Statement of the condition of the Bank of Denmark, located at Den* mark, S. C., at the close of business August 31, 1918. RESOURCES. Loans and discounts $285,410.72 Overdrafts 893.02 Bonds and stocks owned by the bank 9,850.00 Furniture and fixtures .... 1,500.00 Banking house 5,691.98 Due from banks and bankers 56,929.63 'Currency i 5\ 118.0.0 Gold 60.00 Silver and other minor coin 1,820.17 Exchanges for the clearing house 727.35 Total $368,000.87 LIABILITIES _ Capital stock paid in ....$ 50,000.00 Surplus fund 2,000.00 Undivided profits, less current expenses and taxes paid 15,451.04 Individual deposits subject to check .. ..$214,004.44 Savings deposits .. 86,504.34 C a s h i e r's checks .. .. 41.05 300,549.83 hTotaj $368,000.87 State of South Carolina?County of Bamberg. Before me came J. Arthur Wiggins, Cashier of the above named bank, who, being duly sworn, says that the above and foregoing statement is a true condition of said bank, as shown by the books of said bank. J. ARTHUR WIGGINS, Sworn to and subscribed before me this 10th day of Sept., 1918. T. U. COX, Notary Public for S. C. Correct-Attest: . D. N. COX, J. B. GUESS, JR., J. ARTHUR WIGGINS, ui A cv^vi/i r. OBITUARY. 'Tis hard to realize that sweet little Frances Utsey is dead! She was such a vivacious and loving little girl! Her sweet face and beautiful doll-like appearance attracted one before hearing her talk, and then her magnetic way drew one. She was most precocious for one of her years, and had been singing little songs since she was a year and a half old, and it was her delight to sing to brighten the hearts of those about her. Only a few weeks ago just at twilight her little voice rang out to some sailor boys. She sang to them every song she knew, and she remarked that she was singing to make them happier. Her devotion to her mother was beautiful and her womanly manners were the source of delight to her fond parents. She was popular with her schoolmates, and many of them showed their love to her in her sickness -and death. She was so rare and sweet that God needed her to be with Him. We can think of her only as singing praises to the Lamb, and why should one grieve for her? She is missed; 0, yes, so much! Her death has cast a gloom in many homes, but it is a precious thought to know that though her life on earth has been short, she has sown seed that will bear fruit. She enjoyed life in its sweetest existence. Her school life was happy, for her lessons were easy to her, and she thrilled over play with other children. Seven short years on earth, but what a happy time she spent. To the loving parents, devoted grandmother and little sister we can say that it was only to the glory of God that she was taken away, and her leaving will only be a stimulus to draw them nearer heaven and God. "One less at home! The charmed circle broken; a dear face Missed day by day from its accustomed place, But cleansed and saved and perfected by grace, One more in heaven. "One more in heaven! I A COMPREHENSIV New Fall 1 FOE DEESS AND SEMI-DB I MODELS TYPES F( I ALL OCCA I( ?Hh l> Thursday and FriA Velvet and 1 The millinerv salon is sho1* distinctive hats which areHhe a individuality. v The materials are those ni( ion, including velvets and hatt< from $2.00 and up to $12.50. Also chic new banded sail cellent for immediate wear. A I from, including black, navy, br< red. Prices $3,00 to $6.50. Autumn Trimmed Hats $3.00 to $17.50 j \ Fortune favored us with o purchases of new trimmed hat are. ..These, in addition to our enable us to offer the most sens; , It's impossible for us to te of these hats. You must com* let us emphasize the fact that able styles, trimmed in the mos A host of the more than efrei burgundy, taupe gray, nigger b Also dark hats with colored fac Fall Fashion Sec # READY-TO-WE Satin dresses in numbers ; draped, overskirt, plain sashe< are elaborately trimmed with ? AwiVinmrlQVTr on/1 ILUUCI1CU W-LLll CUiUi v ctxjLvi tan, black, taupe and others. ] $29.75. Something like tailored sui spec-tion. Plain, tailored, novel styles of tricotihe, silvertone, cloth and gabardine, in navy, t colors. Prices range from $15.00 to I LaVerne Tho I BAMBERG, S. C. \OTICT Another thought to brighten cloudy I Ano-her^t'heme for thankfu.ness and theA^s00fnsM^f, Anottk on high our souls to Lais,e' j v ?I or be forever barred To home and heaven! j , , ^ Executor of the las One more at home tdment of Mrs. Wilh< That home where separation cannot deceased be' , That home w.aere none are missed TEACHERS' EXA eternally. Lord Jesus, grant us all a place with Notice is hereby { Thee? ( regular fall examinatii At home in heaven." certificates will be he ?ONE WHO LOVED HER. ' house at Bamberg, S. ( rE EXHIBIT OF H Millinery ;ESS. ALSO TAILORED I DR EVERY AND I SIONS. I * ay.SeptlMZOI Plush Hats I ving some new and highly B :ery acme of smartness and B mm H >st favored by Dame Fash- fl >rs' plus. The prices range fi ors and other shapes?ex- I 7 . fine line of colors to select fl own, purple, taupe and new fl Millinery I ind Worth More and More. H ne of the most remarkable 8 s at an exceptional low fig- fl extraordinary large stock, fl ( ational values of the season. fl 11 you the exquisite beauty fl s and see for vourself?but B thev are all new and desir- . B t becoming ways. B [' popular black, also purple, fl rown, navy, and cherry red. 8 :ings. fl :rets Leak Out I AR DRESSES I are here; surplice, pleated/ ^ B . d and panel styles. Many B fringe, while others are fl beading. Colors are navy, fl Prices range from $17.50 to fl ts for fall are ready for in- B ty belted, pleated and other B ' Poiret twill, serge, Oxford. B )lack and other fashionable 7 fl i $40.00. mas & Co. I TELEPHONE 41-J. I {j' the 5th day of October, 1918, at 9 , . . f o'clock, a. m. Applicants are urged hofrnirfji v Cnx to be on h^nd PromP^y so that the neimina . examination can be concluded before y verified on or . . f October, 1918, aarK* from payment. The usual subjects will be taken ). N. COX, up. ;t will and tes- The examination for high school slmina E. Cox, teachers will be held along with the regular examination on this day, and I will be glad for all who intend takMINATIOX. ing this examination to communicate with me at once so that I may ?iven that the get the questions here in time, on f9r teachers' W. D. ROWELL, id in the court County Supt. of Education. 4 1, on Saturday, Sept. 17, 1918. I /