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Wbt PambergJ^eralb Thursday, October 31, 1918 SHORT LOCAIjS. Brief Items of Interest Throughout the Town and County. The friends of Mr. W. I. Johns, of Allendale; who has been q.uite ill with the Spanish influenza, will be glad to know that he is recovering. There had been ginned in Bamberg county prior to October 18th, 22,350 bales of cotton, as compared with 18,271 bales to the same date last year. As a mark of respect the stores of 1 ?- r\n TJViHav aftpr cam uei g were uu?cu uu j. ?v.?v ???noon from 3 to 5 o'clock, while the funeral services over the remains of Dr. J. J. Cleckley were held at the cemetery. The general election will be held next Tuesday. The notices of election appear in other places in this issue of The Herald. The managers should read these notices carefully and be guided thereby. Prof. E. P. Allen has been commissioned a member of the county board of education, on recommendation of the State board of education, to fill the vacancy on the board caused by the resignation of S. G* Mayfield, Esq., who has moved away. i Three convicts on the county chain gang have died from pneumonia following influenza. They are: Henry Orr, Sank Williams and Robert Woods. Williams was serving a life sentence. Several others have pneumonia, but it is stated they may recover. Private Frank B. Goodwin has sent his father, Mr. Ei D. Goodwin, a copy of the "Bombshell," a small newspaper printed at the front in ? France. The paper is newsy, containing the happenings of the various companies, and items of personal mention. It is with keen regret that we hear of the early departure of County Agent W. E. Stokes. He goes to a wider field of activities, but we are ^ pleased to state that the county farm /"work will continue as his successor will arrive to take up the duties.? Edgefild Chronicle. Bamberg is quite a "smelly" place now, but as the odor comes from dis/ t infectant, it is not an unpleasant one. As a measure of prevention, the city authorities each morning distribute a quantity of disinfectant to the various places of business to be used in the stores and on the sidewalks in front. The Bamberg cotton mills resumed operation Monday morning,* after being closed for ten days on account of the epidemic off influenza that has swept over the city. The situation at the mill village is greatly improved, so far as new cases are concerned, and Monday sufficient of the mill employees had recovered from the disease to warrant starting the machinery aeain. Mr. H. G. Sovacool died in Columbia last week, and his remains were brought to Bamberg for interment, which took -place Friday morning at Southend cemetery. Mr. Sovacool married Miss Hill, a daughter of Mr. H. H. Hill, a former resident of this community, who with one-child survives him. The deceased had suffer\ ed an attack of Influenza, which was ' followed by pneumonia, death resulting. Sunday morning all official clocks were turned back one hour, and we have the same time now that was in force in normal times. The daylight saving law was operative for six months, and it pretty generally suited everybody. It seemed to be natural for people to go to bed sooner and get up in the morning and go to work earlier, and in this way it is estimated that there was a great saving of fuel throughout the country. Everybody se^ms to be glad that the olji time prevails again, however. Bamberg Boy Promoted. P.Viiof Qtrvro [fopnor T.anria P Smoak, U. S. N., of Charleston, spent several days in the city this week. Mr. Smoak has only recently been elevated t,o his present position, and he will leave the latter Dart of this week * > for Pelham Bay, N. Y.t where his , new duties carry him. He will re ' main there ninety days, and then go to New Jersey for sixty ? days. Laurie, who is one of Bamberg's finest young men, has wron steady promotion since he joined the navy. His first rating was that of second class seaman. He has been progressively promoted to third class yeoman, second class yeoman, and was entitled to be classed as first class yeoman, but chose chief store keeper's classification instead, as this permits him to enter the examination for further promotion, which he intends to do in the near future. Mr. Smoak's term in the navy is for the duration of the war, but it is a safe prediction unless the war ends soon he will attain further honors at the hands of our good Uncle Sam. DR. J. J. CLECKLEY DEAD. Beloved Physician Succumbs to Pneumonia Following Influenza. All Bamberg was shocked and grieved Thursday morning. October 17, when it was learned that Dr.-J. J. Cleckley was dead. Dr. Cleckley was a victim of penumonia which followed Spanish influenza. He had been seriously ill for only a few days, dying at 5 o'clock Thursday morning at his home in this city. When the epidemic of Spanish influenza became prevalent in Bamberg, Dr. Cleckley worked untiringly oiiov tho cnffprino- not nnlv of his IV/ C* l iuj CUV ?~Q ? v own patients but of all who called upon him. With one of the city's physicians ill at that time, he was called upon to give medical attention to scores of cases throughout this territory. In giving professional attention to those suffering with the dreaded influenza, he himself became inoculated with the germs. Although he was sick and weary with his practice he did not give in to his own sufferings until the last moment, doing everything in his power to check the disease in the city and surrounding country. When he could go no longer he went home, and the disease made rapid progress and soon assumed alarming proportions. The best medical talent in this State and from Augusta visited Dr. Cleckley, but pronounced his case hopeless, as pneumonia- had set in, and all that loving, willing and anxious hands and hearts could do availed nothing. For two or three days before his death, % when his condition was so serious and the end' was imminent, there was a pall of sadness throughout Bamberg and the whole county and territory where the practice of this good man extended. All that is mortal of 'Dr. Cleckley was laid to rest in' Sohthend cemePViHnv aftprnnnn in the nres ence of hundreds of sorrowing friends and relatives. The funeral services were conducted by the Rev. R.' H. Jones, pastor of Trinity Methodist church, and as the remains were lowered into the grave to mingle again with the dust from which they came many strong men gave vent to their feelings at the loss the community and the State has sustained. The funeral services, though simple, because of the circumstances, were full of feeling. A most feeling prayer was offered by Rev. Mr. Jones which touched the hearts of all, and made them feel anew the keenness of the ioss, which to so many people in Bamberg is a personal one. The following gentlemen acted as pallbearers: Honorary: W. E. Spann, A. L. Kirkland, J. F. Brabham, H. C. Folk, W. S. Bamberg, G. A. Jennings, Dr. G. F. Hair, G. Frank Bamberg, G. O. Simmons, A. W. Knight, W. M. Brabham, J. J. Smoak, A. M. Denbow, H. J. Brabham. Active: H. F. Bamberg, Dr. H. J. Stuckey, J. A. Wyman, C. D. C. Adams, Dr. F. B, McCrackin, C. R. Brabham, Jr., J. F. Jennings, J. D. Oopeland, Jr. John Jennings Cleckley, M. D., was born thirty-nine years ago in the Cope neighborhood. His parents were the late Dr. J. D. Cleckley and Mrs. Eugenia Jennings Cleckley. His father died when he was quite a boy, and his mother still survives him. He attended the public schools of his neighborhood, and when a young man went to Wofford college, from which institution he was graduated. Deciding on the practice of medicine as a profession, he entered the South Carolina Medical college, in Charleston, remaining in that institution for one year. He then attended the University of Maryland, graduating from that institution with high honors. Upon his graduation he came to Bamberg and began the practice of his profession, some fifteen years ago. At that time the practitioners in > Bamberg included the late and lamented Drs. Brunson and Barton, and Dr. J. B. Black was also an active physician at that time. Dr. Cleckley rose rapidly in his profession, and soon attained a reputation as one of the leading physicians in this section. Dr. Cleckley has had many honors conferred upon him by medical bodies, and he was known throughout the State as being a most learned and conscientious physician. When war with Germany was declared last year, Dr. Cleckley was named by the war department as the medical member of the local exemption board. Although his practice was very heavy, Fir PIopItIpv r>r?ncontPr? tr? annont fhis work and has served the government in this capacity in a most unselfish and patriotic^ manner. His absolute fairness and equity in passing on all of the manv delicate matters that % came before the board is well known to all those who have had occasion to have dealings with the board, which, has been described as being one of the most efficient in the country. He was also a member of the board of control of Carlisle school, and official school physician. Dr. Cleckley is survived by his wife, who was Miss Mary Cope, before her marriage, a daughter of the late Mr. Martin Cope, of the Cope community; three children, Mary, PLEADS FOR FUNDS. democratic National Committee Is In Needs of Funds at Once. A few weeks ago The Herald issued a call for funds for the Democratic national committee for the purpose of carrying on the campaign throughout the country for the election of a Democratic national senate and house. Since the president has issued his personal appeal for the same purpose, Mr. A. M. Denbow has rereceived the following telegram, which he asks to be made public: "Washington, D. C., Oct. 28. A. M. Denbow, Bamberg, S. C.:?President Wilson has asked for Democrat* ? J a- n ic nouse ana sennit;. r uuus vAia.n,y needed to insure election majority Democrats both bodies. Can we look to you for contribution $250? Our real need prompts me to make appeal to you. Please wire answer immediately, care Democratic National Headquarters, Washington. "HOMER S. CUM MINGS, "Acting Chairman Democratic National Committee." Mr. Denbow announces that he will make a contribution of $50.00 toward this fund, provided the remainder of the amount asked will be contributed by other citizens. The Herald trusts that the entire amount may be subscribed today, and we will be glad to receive subscriptions for this purpose. There is no time to be lost, as the election is to be held next Tuesday, and the amount in full should be wired in today. Honor Flags IWstributed. One hundred and sixty towns in South Carolina received honor flags for oversubscribing their quotas during the fourth liberty bond campaign recently closed. Included in the list are Bamberg, Denmark and Olar, towns in this county. Ehrhardt is not mentioned in the printed list, as it subscribed its quota, but did not oversubscribe. The following towns in Barnwell county oversubscribed their quotas and received honor flags for so doing: Allendale, Barnwell, Blackville, Dunbafton, Fairfax and Williston. We carry fuses for automobile lighting systems; also "Spot Lights"* and other accessories. FaulknerElectric Service Co.?adv. Jennings and James; two brothers, Messrs. James Cleckley and J. Fisher Cleckley, the latter being a twin brother; two sisters, Mrs. Vance W. Brabham and Mrs. J. D. LaFitte; and a half-sister, Miss Llewellyn Cleckley. . ) The deceased was a member of the Knights of. Pythias and the Masonic fraternity. That Dr. Cleckley had firmly entrenched himself'in the hearts of the people was attested in a most loving many by the floral offerings placed upon his grave. There were scores of wreatns ana oouquets or Deauurui flowers tenderly laid upon the last resting place of this distinguished citizen by loving hands. The family square was almost covered with these manifestations of nature's beauty, and the flowers seemed to reflect the spirit of the mortal remains beneath them. Dr. Cleckley was a member -of the Methodist Episcopal church, South and was a member of the board of stewards of Trinity church. Before his practice grew to such proportions as to claim almost every minute of his time, Dr. Cleckley was very active in Sunday-school work. He was always prominent in the work of his church, and his work never became so taxing that he would not give time to all movements for the betterment of the town, county or State. In all civic matters Dr. Cleckley was prominently identified. The deceased was possessed of a most unassuming nature. He never aspired to personal ambition other than attaining proficiency in his profession, choosing rather to employ his time in the allevation of suffering in the practice of his profession. He was a hard student and employed his spare moments to increasing his efficiency in medicine. In addition to his regular courses, from time to time he took a number of post-graduate courses in special phases of medi cine and surgery, and only recently had added X-Ray work to his regular practice. Only a few months ago Dr. Cleckley fitted up one of the most complete suites of medical offices to be found in the State. The advice of Dr. Cleckley was sought on many occasions by men of medicine, and he was frequently called upon to diagnose difficult cases as an expert. To the many homes he visited professionally and socialfy there is a deep sorrow and feeling of great loss. He was gentle and tender in his ministrations, and loving and kind in his home. His was a deep Christian nature, and his life was exemplary. He was a friend to all, and he was never too tired to answer the summons for relief of suffering. That his life should be given that others might have the benefit of his professional ministrations will make his name be held in loving memory. Greater love hath no man than this, that he give his life for his friend. it J)R. CHARLES F. BLACK. Wfiile Minister ing u> Oti.crs, Contracts I>iea<le<2 Influenza. Dr. Charles Frederick Black, one of Bamberg's taiost prominent and successful physicians, died at his home here last Friday evening at seven o'clock, after a few days illness of pneumonia, brought on from the effects of an attack of Spanish influenza. Dr. Black was born in Bamberg about 32 years ago, being the sixth child and fourth son of Dr. and Mrs. J. B. Black. Dr. Bflack was educated in the common and high schools at . Bamberg, leaving which he attended Bailey Military institute at Edgefield, from which he graduated with honors; upon his return home from school, he, it seems, naturally turned to the study of me'dicine, following in the footsteps of his father and elder brother, Dr. Robeft Black, both of whom were and are prominent and successful physicians, and matriculated at the South Carolina Medical college at Charleston, from which institution he graduated again with honors, and immediately entered Roper hospital at Charleston, where he remained as interr.e for about one year fitting himself for the useful and successful practice that he attained durir.g his short career as a practicing physician. After leaving Charleston, Dr. Black returned to his home town, Bamberg, and immediately entered upon the practice of his profession as the junior member of the firm of Black Brothers, his brother, Dr. Robert Black, being the senior member of the firm, which enjoyed a very large practice, not only in town but in almost the entire county. f About two or three years ago, Dr. Black was happily married to Miss Annie McLeod, of Quiman, Ga., who has been to him a wife and helpmeet in the most sacred sense, always ready and willing to do anything to further the ambitions and aims of her t husband, and always trying to help him in any and every way possible. She with Dr. Black's parents and the following sisters and brothers survive him: M. J. Black, Mrs. F. W. Free, Dr. Robert Black, Dr. Thomas Black, Clarence E. Black, Miss Ethel Black and Miss Erma Black; also Miss Thelma Bailey and Mallie Lou Bailey, daughter and son of his deceased sister, Mrs. F. N. K. Bailey. It was only a short time ago, that Dr. Black volunteered his services to the government in the medical department; had stood his examination and stood 100 per cent on both physical and mental and it was reported and said by some who were in position to know, that he was booked in Washington for a captain's commission, but died before being commissioned and called. All of Dr. Black's brothers are within the draft age and registered. Dr. Black, since early boyhood, was a consistent member of the Bamberg Baptist church, very prominent in all the work connected therewith, and was president of the Berean class, composed of some fifty-odd men, and was always at his post every Sunday morning unless he was away ministering to the sick and helpless and otherwise alleviating the sufferings of mankind. Dr. Charlie, as he was most familiarly known to his" friends and patients, seemed to live not for himself, but for the betterment of his fellow-man, and for the alleviation of the pain and suffering of mankind in general. It was while attending j his many- patients who had been stricken with Spanish influenza, try in| to do all that he could to help others, that he was sricken with that dreaded malady, and from which he; never recovered. Almost his entire | family have been stricken, and his! devoted wife is now not able to be up and was not able to attend his funeral; neither was his father and mother, both of whom have completely broken themselves down trying to nurse their children who were sick with the influenza at the same time. Surely, the relatives and friends of Dr. Black need not worry about seeing and being with him again, for if there was ever a conscientious Christian man, it was Charles F. Black, and his popularity was manifested by the great number who attended his funeral and the most profuse floral offerings which bedecked his last resting place in Southend cemetery, the grave and surroundings being covered with many beautiful and magnmceni triouies. Dr. Black was a member of the Woodmen of the World and of the Masonic fraternity. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. Geo. P. White, assisted by Rev. P. D. DuBose and Rev. R. H. Jones, after which the body was buried with the honors of the Masons. The deceased was virtually a martyr to his profession. Although a young many with only a few years of practice in medicine, he had acquired great skill in his practice, and that he should be stricken down in ' i HARRY X. BELLINGER. Prominent Young Citizen Victim of Pneumonia Sunday. .Mr. Harry Northrup Bellinger, a prominent young citizen, of Bamberg, died at the Mayflower Inn Sunday nighi, the result of an attack of Spanish influenza followed by pneumonia. Mr. Bellinger was stricken with the disease only a few days before his death. No hope was held out for his recovery after pneumonia' had developed. The remains of Mr. Bellinger were interred at Southend cemetery Monday afternoon, in the presence of his many friends and relatives. The deceased was a member of the Masonic fraternity. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. E. K. Garrison, after which he was buried with the honors of Ornan lodge, No. 38, A. F. M. Many beautiful floral tributes were placed upon his grave by admiring friends. Mr. Bellinger was the son of Mr. and Mrs. John R. Bellinger, who died in this city many years- ago. His family formerly resided at Blackville, then moved to Greenville, where they resided for some years before making Bamberg their home, Harry being a small boy^then. Since that time the deceased has made this place his home. He attended the pubjic schools of Bamberg, after which he attended the Porter Military academy, Charleston, from which institution he graduated in 1904. After his graduation he took a business education in stenography ac.d bookkeeping. He has held a number of responsible positions in Bamberg, and he was especially proficient in bookkeeping. With a short intermission he had been bookkeeper for Mr. G. Frank Bamberg's extensive interests for many years. He was secretary and treasurer of the Young Men's B. & L. association, which expired a year or two ago, and was instrumental in the - % organization of the Citizens B. & L. association. which is now being con ducted in this city, of which he was also seretary and treasurer. In all of these and other positions which he held he displayed great business ability. Mr. Bellinger would have been 33 years of age on the second of November next. He was a young man of many admirable traits of character, and his death is a matter of sincere sorrow to those who knew him. Mr. Bellinger was unmarried, and is survived by the following relatives: One brother, R. P. Bellinger, Esq., who is now with the expeditionary forces in France; one sister, Mrs. Lillian B. Faulkner, of Atlanta, Ga.; five aunts, Mrs. J. R. Owens, Mrs. C. J. S. Brooker, and Mrs. W. D. Rhoad, of Bamberg, Mrs. F. P. Lewis, of Birmingham, Ala., and Mrs. Donie Tyler, of Wagener, S. C.; and two uncles. Mr. Aaron Rice, of Bamberg, and Mr. Charles Bellinger, of Beaufort, S. C. Appreciation from Gov. Manning. Mr. H. C. Folk, chairman of the Local Board, is in* receipt of the following letter from Governor Rich ard I. Manning: "Mr. H. C. Folk, chairman Local Board for Bamberg, Bamberg, S. C. "My dear sir:?Your letter of the 24th has been received. It is with deep regret and sorrow that I learned of the death of Dr. J. J. Cleckley. I realize his loss as a citizen, as a physician, and as a man, to your community, and to the State. This blow falls particularly hard now when his services v as medical examiner for the Local Board were so much needed, and it will be hard to fill his place. "I wish to take this occasion to say that the work of your Local Board has been splendidly performed, and personally and officially I desire to express my appreciation of its services to you, to the members of your board, and to Dr. Cleckley's family. Sincerely yours, (Signed) "RICHARD I. MANNING, "Governor. Quarantine Off Next Sunday. Sheriff S. G. Ray reuqests The Herald to announce that the quarantine that has been on since the out break of the epidepiic of Spanish influenza will be lifted on Sunday, Nov. 3. The quarantine order prohibited the holding of any public indoor meetings, and closed all of the public schools of the State. It is considered that the influenza situation has so improved that further restrictions along this line are unnecessary. his young manhood is a matter of deep sorrow to the whole community. He was studious and ambitious to attain a high place in his profession, and he was making rapid strides in this direction. The city and county have lost a valuable citjzen and the medical professton has sustained a serious loss in the death of this Christian young man and physician. He had acquired great popularity as a'physician and as a citizen among all classes of people, and the presence at his funeral of a large number of colored people bore evidence of the high esteem in which they, too, held Dr. Black. A FRIEND. SITUATION IMPROVED. Few New (Jafles of Influenza Have Heen Reported in the City. The situation in regard to the epidemic of Spanish influenza has greatly improved in the city and throughout the county, according to Dr. J. R. Smith, government health officer. Very few new cases have been reported within the last few days, and Dr. Smith states that there *are only J some ten or twelve cases of pneumo- A nia throughout the county. There is no further cause for alarm, Dr. Smith I said, and with proper precaution 1 there is no reason why the epidemic J should not be completely stamped out within a very short time. While there have been quite a number of recent deaths from pneumonia following influenza, this is an "1 attermatn or tne epiaemic. Postoffice Closes at 5: SO. j The postmaster requests The Herald to state that hereafter and until further notice the windows at the postoffice will be opened at 8 a. m., and closed at 5:30 p. m. Heretofore the windows have been closing at 6 in the afternoon, but it has been found impossible to have the necessary time to dispatch the 6:27 mail, by doing this, on account of the increase in volume of mail. It may become necessary to close the windows at 5, but until further notice they will be kept open until 5:30. "this will also give sufficient time to balance the day's business earlier. Heretofore it has required the force working until 11 and 12 o'clock at night to wind up the dav's business and the early closing will help to "relieve this situation. The money order business will close with the closing of the windows. Automobile batteries recharged by Delco-Light at Brickie's Garage, adv. SPECIAL NOTICES. i For Sale?Fine Chrysanthemums. t ; Apply to MISS PEARLE COUNTS. Bamberg, S. C. ltn For Sal&-?Seed wheat; both the bearded and the beardless variety. H. C. FOLK CO., Bamberg, S. C. tfn Wanted?To sell a lot in the town of Midway lA^own as the Simpson lot. Apply to BRANTLEY & 2EIGLE$, Attorneys, Orangeburg, S. C. 12-5n . For Sale?Wide gauged Ford tour- iug car, with demountable rims and electric starter; in good condition. ~ , Apply to R. C. JONES, Bamberg. 21 For Sale?1,000 bushels best quality cleaned bright improved Fulghum seed oats. $1.50 in new 5-bu. sacks, f. o. b. Norway or Cope. H. B. FULMER, Norway, S. C. Ilr7n Frost Proof Cabbage Plants.-? Ready to ship NOW. 500, $1.25; I,000, $2.00 by express. Speeiai . prices on larger quantities. GEC}. F. HAIR, Meggetts, S. C. ltp For Sale or Trade?New pianos, f Ai*(TAnA A onnrinnr m OOVl IrtOQ fAI? n1 A wigaus auu jc tt 1115 uiavuiuog ivi viu ones, or will sell at rock bottom prices and on easy terms. See me at once. F. K. GRAHAM, Ehrhardt, S. C. r. V For Sale?Seed wheat; both the- tbearded and the beardless variety. H. C. FOLK CO., Bamberg, S. C. tfn 4 Special Sale?Good two-story, dwelling with 11-2 acres of land for $2,500. Terms can be made agreeable to a reasonable purchaser. See " me at once. H. M. GRAHAM, Bamfcerg, S. C. tf Auction Sale?On Monday, Novem- \ ber 4th, next, I will sell to the highest bidder, for cash: Corn, fodder/ sweet potatoes, farming implements, and household goods. H. W. CHITTY, Olar, S. C. 10-31a Athens Hide Company, of Athens, Ga., are the largest buyers of express shipped green cow hides in South. ; Reason is, "They weigh the weight." j Mule and horse hides $3.50 each. H. ? J EUGENE FANT, Mgr. 12-17p I For Sale?Good farm, 465 acres; [ good dwelling, and out buildings; 7-horse farm open;'well timbered; will sell for $10,000.00. Easy terms or will sell in smaller tracts. See me quick. H. M. GRAHAM. tf For Sale?Nice home for sale near Ehrhardt in the St. John's community, containing 100 acres. Ten-room dwelling nicely painted, and all necessary buildings. A bargain for any one desiring a nice home. Apply to G. J. HERNDON, Ehrhardt, S. C. tfn Agents Wanted?In every township in Bamberg county to sell new invention. Big money to hustlers. Man or woman; no experience needed. Article sells itself like hot cakes. Write today for full information-and territory. F. K. GRAHAM, |3hr- w hardt, S. C. Lost?Near Felders, S. C., one mostly black and white spotted hound dog, with a little tan about head, "Dan." Strayefl or stolen from my home at Rowesville, one black and white spotted hound dog, "Joe." Both Walker breed and short tail. $10.00 reward and all expenses for recovery, or information leading to same. WATT E. SMITH, Rowesville, S. C. tfn Fifty Elcar Automobiles and the Bamberg territory to the dealer who realizes the situation and can finance automobiles. Specifications?Forty Horse Power Red Seal Continental Motor, Borg & Beck Clutch, Stromberg carburetor, Hotchkiss Drive, Timken Bearings, Sfcwart Vacuum. Wheelbase 116 in., price $1,375 F. O. B. factory. ELCAR MOTOR SALES COMPANY, Southern District Office, 1502 Candler Building, Atlanta, Ga. 12-5n J / -