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Short Items F rom Town and County Friends of Postmaster H. N. Folk are glad to see him out after several tiays illness. The friends of .Mrs. I. X. Dunn are glad to see her out again after two weeks illness. The friends of Clerk of Court A. L. Kirkland will regret to know that he is still confined to his home by illness, but he is now improving. The friends of .Miss Julia Carroll will be interested to know that she has been made president of tne giee club of Coker college, Hartsville, of which she is a student. A. W. Knight last week tendered his resignation as president of the Edisto Building and Loan association and as director, X. P. Smoak was elected director and later as president to succeed Mr. Knight. There has been quite an epidemic of bad colds?some say it is dengue fever?going the rounds in Bamberg. Quite a number of people have been confined to their home during the past week or two with the disease. The Herald force is deeply grateful to F. W. Free for a couple of gallons of fine cane syrup. Mr. Free made a fine crop of cane this year, and we can bear personal testimony that the eyrup is as fine a.s we have ever tasted. The weather for the Fair Tuesday and Wednesday was all that could have been desired, except that a little rain would have been appreciated to keep down the dust. Tuesday and Wednesday were clear and cool. W. S. Miley, more familiarly known as "chief," fell on Main street Sunday from a dizzy spell, and quite painfully hurt his face and head on the pavement. Only flesh injuries resulted, however, and the chief was out again Monday. The second frost of tJhe fall occurred Tuesday morning. Notwithstanding the fact that a slight wind blew I nearly all night there was plenty of frost in evidence Tuesday morning. The atmosphere be?an to get cooler Monday afternoon. No ice was seen, j however. The district convention of the fed-1 eration of women's clubs was held in ! Fairfax last Saturday. The various clubs of Bamberg were represented by the following ladies: Mrs. E. H. Henderson, Mrs. F. E. McCrackin, j Mrs. E. Roy Cooner, Mrs. B. D. Car-! ter, Mrs. Henry Zeigler. Mrs. A. McB. j Speaks. Saturday night fire did consider-1 ^ ' - - r _ - J 4- U ~ I able damage to r ltz s oriuge, uu mc | Branchville road, over the Edisto river. In some unknown manner the bridge caught on fire and the ] ends of the flooring were burned for about forty feet, making it necessary to replace with new boards. Bamberg and Orangeburg counties are doing considerable repairing on this bridge, and the fire extended entirely on the Bamberg side of the crossing. OFFICIAL FIGURES ! OF COTTON GINNINGSj The official report of cotton ginned j to November 1, has just been made public by the census bureau. The report shows a great reduction in cotton ginned to that date in South Carolina, the figures for tihe state being: 1922?412,860 bales. 1921?622,815 bales. The counties showing the greatest reduction in cotton production this year are situated in the Piedmont and the ee Dee. In fact, practically all the state, excepting the lower Carolina section, show varying reductions, while practically all the coastal and near coastal counties show an increase. Figures for this section of the state follow: 1922^ 1921 Aiken 13,001 12,551 Allendale 5.921 4,028 Bamberg 5,340 3,714 Barnwell 7,976 7,591 Calhoun 2,806 4,535 Hampton 4,248 2,620 Orangeburg 12,163 16,418 No figures are given in tTae report of Colleton, Dorchester, or Beaufort counties. ^ *m? mm Athletic Contests. Yesterday afternoon there was a basket ball game between Bamberg high and St. Matthews high, and later in the afternoon a foot bail game between Carlisle and College of Charleston. These games were played after The Herald went to press. Don't turn your stock on the green grain crops, such as oals, rye, etc., too ;:oon. Give the crop a chance to grow some before ycu do it. It is time now to be thinking of getting your fruit trees ordered for December planting. More fruit on the place means better health for the family. \john W. Ban Died in Leesvdle Monday i i ! Telegrams received in the city! | Monday morning announcing the | death of John W. Barr in Leesville brought sorrow to many relatives and friends in Bamberg. While the announcement of Mr. Barr's death did not come as a surprise, as his condition had been critical for some , days, it shocked those who knew Mr. Barr. Mr. Barr breathed his last at three o'clock Monday morning, following a lingering and painful illness. His health had not been good for several months, and his la9t illness began some three months ago. In the summer iMr. Barr went ?to Glenn Springs to spend a few weeks, and while there he suffered a severe attack and was carried to Leesville, his old home, for treatment at the nospitai. hi? naa oeen unaer treatment at the Leesville hospital for about three months before the end came Monday morning. The funeral and interment took place in Leesville Tuesday morning at 11 o'clock. Rev. S. O. Cantey, of Trinity Methodist churOb, conducted the services, and the body was laid to rest in the family square. John Wesley Barr was 60 years of age his last birthday. He came to Bamberg in his young manhood, when Bamberg was a much smaller and less important business conter than it is today. During his long residence here, he was connected with a number of business enterprises in this city, but for some years past he | had devoted his time traveling as the representative of a large concern. He was very successful as a salesman, and was generally Characterized as an expert in this line. In addition to his duties as traveling salesman, he operated a real estate office here. For some time past, however, his health has not permitted active work at all. About eleven years ago Mr. Barr was married to Mrs. Alma Hays, of this city, daughter of Mrs. Mary Ann Bamberg and the late General Francis Marion Bamberg. Mrs. Barr survives her husband, as doe9 also one brother, Charles Barr, of Leesville. Both of his parents died some years | ago, and are buried in Leesville. <Mr. Barr was a member of Bamberg lodge, ! No. 38, Knig'hts of Pythias. The deceased was one of the leading citizens of Bamberg. He was quiet in his manner, but a thorough gentleman always, polished and affable, and held in great affection by all who knew him. While he never aspired to public positions, he was always keenly interested in the affairs of his section, county and state. Being very widely read, and having traveled extensively. he was a most interesting j conversationalist. When Mr. Barr was last in Bam! berg, before going to Glenn Springs, he iheld high hopes of recovering his health, and expressed himself as feeling exceptionally well to his friends. His many acquaintances : here have been deeply interested in [ his condition since he went to Leesville. Much sympathy is felt for memI bers of his family upon his death. j Perfectly Clear. I A Kentucky lawyer was standing on tihe steps of the Covington postI office the other day, when an old : colored man came up and, touching his hat, asked: "Kin you tell me, is dis de place j where dey sells postage stamps," j "Yes, sir, this is the place," replied ! the lawyer, seeing ine cnaucw iui a little quiet fun; "but what do you | want with a postage stamp, uncle?" j "To mail a letter, sah, of course." "Well then, you needn't bother about stamps; you don't have to put any on this week." "I don't?" "Well, you see, th? congratulation of the hypotenuse has differentiated the parallelosram so much that the I consanguinity don't emulate the ordii nary effervescent, and so the govern! ment has decided to send letters free." The old man took off his hat, dubiously shook his head, and then with a long drawn breath, slowly remarked: "Well, boss, all dat may be true, an' I don't say it ain't; but jest sposen dat the esksetricity of the aggregation tarnsubstanshuates de ignominiousness of de puppindicler and sublimites de puspicuity of the conj sequences don't you qualificate dat the government would confiscate dat j dare letter. I guess I'd better put I some stamps on anyhow for luck." An the old man passed solemnly down the street. <3 ?P>i P? Those of us who intend treating our Irish potatoes seed this winter I should be prepared for it. Get a | wooden vat made or have some old i oil barrels cleaned up and ready for ' use at planting time. Cotton stalks, trash and Spanish j moss around your old cotton fields f are the finest winter Quarters a boll I weevil could ask for. Contract Awarded For High School i The Jordan Construction company, of Greenville, has been awarded the contract for the construction of the Bamberg high school building, bonds for the erection of Which were voted by the people of Bamberg some weeks ago. The Jordan Construction company is headed by \V. iM. Jordan, a j former resident of this city. Mr. Jordan was present at the opening of the bids last week. The contract price for tihe building completed, with the exception of the class rooms on the third 9tory, which the trustees decided not to finish at tin'c time i<5 $21,200. This includes the cost of all materials and the work of constructing the entire building. The trustees have not yet settled definitely upon the site for the new ihigh school building. Several locations are being considered, and the trustees state that the matter will be finally settled within the next fifteen days or so, and that the actual work of erecting the new building will be started within thirty days. The bonds will be delivered on December 1. It was necessary to make some changes in the plans in order to erect the building and equip it within the bond issue. The bonds were sold for slightly over $36,100, and the board figures on about $5,000 to furnish the necessary rooms. This leaves the trustees with approximately $5,000 for equipment, and this will be materially added to by interest before the building is completed. No material change, however, was made in the plans so far as space is concerned. One material saving was effected by eliminating the steel stairways and using wood instead, and by substituting cement in the place of tiling in certain parts of the building. The entire building was shortened by fourteen feet, and the width was reduced two feet. The only real effect this has on the inside work is that two small class rooms are converted into one large room, and the office of the superintendent and the library are slightly reduced in size. There will be seven class rooms on the second floor instead of eight, and this provides ample additional facilities for the school for some time to come. As the school grows and becomes crowded, which will be some years in the future, the tJhird story will be completed and furnished. The trustees have given much time and thought to the matter and are acting for the best interests of the future needs of the public school system of Bamberg. With the completion of the new high sdhool building, the educational - ? i" T facilities of Bamoerg win ue sccuuu to no town in the state. Men's Choral Club. The Men's Choral club was entertained by Wm. A. Dickinson last Thursday evening, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. C. F. Gilchrist. The members assembled at the appointed hour and spent a few minutes in going over the three songs the club has been learning. The musical programme, which had been arranged by C. W. Rentz, Jr., was then given, consisting of a song by Paul Whitaker, a violin selection by Capt. Freeman, and a quartette by members of the club. The director and assistant director then began the reading of the book of the minstrel which will be given after Christmas. When Mrs. Gilchrist, assisted by LMiss Ida Brabham, Mrs. Whitaker, Mrs. Gault, Mrs. Leig<hton Rentz, and Mrs. E. H. Henderson, appeared with delightful refreshments, of salad, rolls, hot lilliUO tuv j-fvv?v%fcv V ? stone wall and prevented further scoring by Denmark. Both of Beautort's touchdowns were made off recovering Denmark fumbles, one of them by a run for 85 yards. All the scoring was done in the last half and Denmark made both of its touchdowns in the last six minutes of play. Tt was a pretty game. Denmark plays Barnwell here next ^ridav and a real battle i3 promised the large crowd that is expected. Renew your subscription today. Brilliant Wedding at Olar Wednesday A very beautiful wedding was I solemnized at Bethel Methodist church in Olar last Wednesday evening at seven o'clock, when Miss Daisye Rizer became the bride of J. j Carl Kearse, of Bamberg. The Reverend C. M. Peeler, the bride's pastor, j officiated, using the ring ceremony. It was one of the prettiest weddings ever seen in this section. The bride wore a lovely gown of heavy white satin crepe, combined with a brocade embroidered with a sunburst of pearls and a bertha of rose point duchesse lace. The coronet ?? ^ rvf roo 1 looo nan o*li t at <111U veil ntlt VI 1 VU.1 1UV.V,, vw. U.V each temple with a bunch of orange blossoms, from wihich extended the throat latch of pearls. The bride carried a bouquet of bride's roses with a shower of valley lilies. The maid of honor, Miss Mildred Jones, of Bamberg, who is the bride's cousin and the groom's neice, wore a handsome gown of blue taffeta with silver lace. The bride's maids were: Miss Blanche Amiker, of St. /Matthews; Miss Lennis Brown, of Walterboro; Miss Caroline Starr, of Columbia, and Misses Maggie Milhous and Mary Neeley, of Olar. They wore dresses of taffeta, pastelle shades, the styles of which reminded one of those in vogue over half a century ago. The matron of honor, Mrs. L. A. Hartzog, of Olar, w*ho is the bride's sister, and Mrs. George A. Sanders, of Fairfax, who is the groom's sister, were respectively attired in gowns of green and rose sequins. F. W. Kearse, of Olar, the groom's brother and a law student at University of South Carolina, was best man. The other groomsmen were: John C. Lan'ham of Spartanburg, J. E. Thompson, of Atlanta, and Henry Kearse, W. M. Brabham, and W. D. Rhoad, Jr., of Bamberg. The ushers, all of Olar, were: M. E. Rizer, the brother of the bride; C. M. Chitty, J. E. Neeley and J. M. Morris. While the guests were gathering and being seated, the W. F. Balk orchestra, of Augusta, rendered a programme consisting of several musical numbers, enjoyable throughout. As the orchestra gave way, and Mrs. E. Roy Cooner, of Bamberg, was seated at the piano, there was a visible tightening of the tension, for everyone knew that the bridal music was beginning and that soon, very soon, the bride?! The bridal music was very appropriately melodious and sweet in every number and in every particular, and was enjoyed ricJhly by everyone. It consisted of: A piano solo, "Gondolieri" (Nevin); a vocal solo, "Bridal Dawn" (Easthrope-Martin) by Mrs. rtn-ana nf Finn ha rt r?n * a chocolate, and candies, the members seemed to lose all interest in the minstrel for the time being and to center their activities on the good things to eat. The evening was concluded with a programme which has always proved very popular with the members?the making of close harmony with the old, well-known songs. Paul Whitaker will entertain the club at its next meeting, on Decern Der <tn. Win for Denmark. Denmark, Nov. 20.?Of all tfhe exciting games ever played around this part of the country chief was that played Friday between Beaufort and Denmark high schools, Denmark winning 13 to 12. Denmark had the edge on the visitors although at various fVin Ronvifnrf- linp helri likft a Columbia college. The groom, who is a member of the P-amberg bar, a graduate of Wofford college and the law denartment of the University of South Carolina, DCli 11CJ X' V/ ?t VI vw.y ? duet, "Beauteous Night" (Hoffman) by Mrs. B. D. Carter and Paul Whit- , taker, of Bamberg; and the most appropriate and inevitable "Because," also by Mrs. Owens. And as the march began, immedi- 1 ately preceding the bridal party, the ribbon girls, Janie Beth Carter and Elizabeth Starr, gracefully performed their tasks, followed by the little candle ligi'nters, Misses Elizabeth Jones, Dorothy Mobley, Julia Caroline Rizer, and Gladys Virginia Kearse, appeared, fairy like, and illuminated the altar with a golden mellowness. Little DuPree Sanders followed these bearing gracefully a large white chrysanthemum containing the ring. The dainty flower girls, Elizabeth Chitty and Sarah Carter, as they came giving the finishing touches to the bride's path, created q,uite a smile from the audience of loveliness well done, and then came the bride, on the arm of iher father. iMuch work as well as artistic taste was shown in the decorations of the church, the effect of pyramids being carried out in garlands of southern smilax, intermingled with white chrysanthemums and asparagus ferns. Citadel Bullpups Defeat Carlisle Orangeburg, Nov. 15.?The Citadel Freshmen gained a well-earned 27 to 0 victory on the fair grounds gridiron here today when they defeated the strong Carlisle team from Bamberg. The young Bulldogs kept Carlisle on Che defensive during the greater part of the game and worked long passes, end runs and line plays with great success. The work of Berry and Johnson on the offensive was fine for the Citadel. Three of the Citadel's touchdowns came mainly as a result of long passes from Johnson to Berry. Hawes also gained well on end runs, the Citadel working the criss-cross to great advantage. Johnson's receiving of a punt in Che fourth quarter and running thirty 3 _ r live yarns ior a tuuciiuuvvn wa,s auother feature. Moseley, Smith and Nesmith also played a great defensive game for tihe Citadel. The work of Large and Folk stood out most prominent for Carlisle on the offensive, while the defensive work of Fairey and Moorer was also of high order. In the first quarter, after several short line gains by Berry and Johnson, Johnson threw a pass to Berry, who carried the ball thirty yards before beins downed. This put Che ball on the 15-yard line, and in three line plays by Johnson and Berry, Berry went over for the first touchdown. Johnson made a beautiful drop kick and tihe score then stood 7 to 0. The Citadel started off the third quarter with a rush, Hawes having substituted for Delorme and Berry was again in the game. Gains by McFarlan, Johnson and Berry, and then a Ion? nass from Johnson to Berry for thirty yards netted the Citadel another touchdown. Johnson again drop kicked goal. Citadel tjhen kicked to Carlisle, who fumbled, and Citadel recovered on the 25-yard line. Johnson and Berry and Hawes carry the ball to the five-yard line and the tihird quarter is up. At the beginning of the fourth quarter Hawes carried over the ball for a touchdown on the first play. Johnson again drop-kicked a beautiful goal and this made the score 21 to 0. Another touchdown was made by Johnson on a beautiful return of a punt for 35 yards. Coach McQuarrie ran in all of his substitutes, and Carlisle advanced the ball about forty yards on line plays by Large and Folk, but the game was over before a touchdown could be made. Prayer in Court Recently The Bamberg Herald contained the following news item: "For perhaps the first time in the history of Bamberg county, court was opened here last week with prayer Attorney N. G. Evans . . announced when court opened, that the session of the court would be begun by the invocation of the blessings of At the conclusion of the church ceremonies, a largely attended reception was held at the (home of Mr. and Mrs. Rizer. Their home was tastefully decorated in harmony with the decorations of the church. Mis9es Evelyn Hartzog, Louise Kearse, Mil-1 dred Cook, Agnes Jamison Moblev, | Ruth Sanders and Paulino Peeler served individual ice cream in wedding bell shape and empress pound cake iced witlh bride's roses and lilies of the valley, while 'Misses Cornelia and Katherine Sanders, of Greensboro, Ga., presided at the punch bowl. The pleasantness of t)he occasion was aided by the music offered by the Balk orchestra. The bride is the youngest daughter of Mr. and iMrs. C. F. Rizer, of Olar. She has quite a large number of friends in this section and throughout the state, and is an alumna, ofi the Heavenly Father. . We congratulate Mr. Evans. When a man is placed on trial 'he asks for adjudication "by Ood and my country." In a temple of justice, designed to correct crime and protect society, but with mercy, the guidance of the Almighty is a very essential thing. However, the great trouble with formal prayers is that thjey are ceremonial only, and lack spirituality or changing power. We wonder how much better the Bamberg court was run that week? Or, how seriously did- the court attachees, witnesses and defendants regard the prayer offered.?Times and Democrat. W. C. Zeigler Appointed. In accordance with the recommendation of the Bamberg legislative delegation, W. C. Zeigler 'has been appointed coroner of Bamberg county to fill out the unexpired term cf Coroner J. H. Zeigler, recently deceased. Mr. Zeigler is the son of the late coroner. As soon as his bond is fixed and the oath of office given, he will assume the duties of his office. Turn under your cotton stalks now. comes from one of flhe largest and most influential families of Bamberg county. During the great war he held a position of high honor, and now has the distinction of being Bamberg county's whole delegation to the house of representatives in Columbia. Among the out-of-town guests, and not including any of those from near by cities and villages of Orangeburg, Denmark, Bamberg, Ehrhardt, Walterboro, Ellenton, Williston and Dunbarton, were Mrs. Beulah Risher, Mrs. Carrie C. Starr, Mrs. W. B.j Xeelev, and W. D. Roberts and son, of Columbia; Mrs. Bissel Beach, of McColl; Mr. and iMrs. T. S. McMillan, of Charleston, Mr. and Mrs. W. M. j Oxner, of Leesville, and J. F. Outz, i Jr., of Greenwood. j Shannon Ray Weds Miss Helen Free In the presence of a few friende and relatives, the marriage of Mise Helen O'Leary Free to Shannon Ray was solemnized on Thursday afternoon of last week. The event is of unusual interest to many in this state and Georgia, where the bride is widely connected. Both the young people are residents of Bamberg, and the entire community has a heartfelt interest -in fhpir h?nr>inpss. The bride, t'he voune J daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H. D. Free, attended Shorter college, where she formed many friends by her cordial manner and winning ways. She is t identified with both social work and church affairs. Mr. Ray is the son of IMr. and Mrs. Shannon Ray, and is a young man of unusual worth and integrity, and has many admirable traits of character. May they realize all of the good wishes which are being showered upon them. After the ceremony the bridal couple left for an automobile trip to points of interest in this and adjoining states. After their return, their friends are glad to know their will reside in Bamberg. BODY FOUND IN TRUNK. "My Life Isn't Worth a Dime" lis Paning Message. New York, Nov. 15.?The body of Lehand G. Garretson, Detroit eleotrican, was found today in a FiftyflfVi ofpo/it rAAmlntr Timioa a mi aa.aH ow ww i uvuov P4uvvav/u tightly in a steamer trunk, in which he ihad bored a hole and inserted a rubber tube connection with the gaa jet. On the dresser he had left a note: "My life isn't worth a dime to anyone, and I might as well end It now." In Che note was a card, showing him to have been a representative of the Electrical Illuminating Society of Detroit. SPECIAL NOTICES Wanted?The Herald will accept a few loads of s^ove wood on subscription. * Wanted to Buy?Peas, Corn, Hay, Velvet Beans. J. A. WYMAN, Bamberg, S. C. tin. For Rent?One six-room house on New Bridge street. See F. W. FREB for particulars. 2tp We Can pick your peanuts, bale your hay. See or write L. F. SANDIFER, Bamberg, S. C. tfn. For Sale.?My home place on Church street. Cheap to quick buyer. D. J. DELK, Bamberg, S. C. tfn For Rent?The house formerly occupied by Miss Carrie Bamberg. Apply to B. F. FREE, Bamberg, S. C. tfn For Sale?12 pr. sash, 2-4 x 5-2,12 lights, Doors 2-10 x 6-10 and 3-0 x 7-0. L. B. POLLER, Bamberg, S. C. 12-7n Wheat.?Smipment of Wondjr Wheat Seed expected last of thia week. H. C. FOLK CO., Bamberg, S. O Hm For Sale Cheap?To quick buyer, one five-pas9enger Paige touring car, in very good condition. Come, look it over. H. W. BEARD, Bamberg. S. C. 11-3011 Wanted.?No. 1 Pine logs 14" ft up. WH1 pay cash when logs are delivered to our new band mill at Denmark, S. C. THE ZICKGRAF COMPANY, Denmark, S. C. It* Trespass Notice.?I positively forbid any hunting on my lands. Any persons found so hunting will be prosecuted to the full extent of the law. 0. D. FAUST, Bamberg, S. C. ll-30n Trespass Notice?All person are hereby warned against hunting or trespassing in any manner whatsoever on the lands of the undersigned. MRS. E. D. GOODWIN, Bamberg, S. C. 12-7n. Trespass Notice?Notice is given that hunting, fishing, hauling wood, or trespassing in any manner is for bidden on the lands of the undersigned. G. A. RICE. 12-14-p Notice?I will be in Bamberg Tuesday, the 28th of November, and will ~be pleased to see any persons desiring to rent the Cedar Springs farm belonging to the estate of W. A. Riley, deceased. H. J. RILEY, Executor. ltm 6 per cent. Money.?Under Bankers Reserve System 6 per cent, loans may be secured on city or farm property, to buy, build, improve, or pay indebtedness. BANKERS RESERVE DEPOSIT COMPANY, 1648 Californla Street, Denver, Colorado. 1-14n Wanted?Hardwood logs. We pay highest cash prices for choice Ash, Poplar, Cypress, and White Oak logs I of standard specification, delivered to Sumter by rail or truck. We buy logs twelve months in the year and give preference to loggers equipped to bring in a steady suprly. What-have vou 'to offer? SUMTER HARDWOOD CO., Sumter. S. C. . 12-28 Agent Wanted.?Industrious men and women wanted to reta;l the genuine WATKIN'S PRODUCTS In city i territories. Exceptional opportunity to tie up with oldest and largest company of is kind. Our hustlers average income is $1.10 an hour. Are you doing as well? Tf not, write today for free samples and particulars. THE J. R. WATKINS CO., Dept. 82, New York, N. 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