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Sfltt rcss V Standard. ■*.+r VOL. XXVI1L WALTERBORO. S. G. FEBRUARY 28 1906. ♦ NO. 32 SKETCH OF DR. E. R. HENDERSON. One of the Signers of the Ordin- n ' ancc of Secession. A NOBLE PHYSICIAN, After Devoting a Long Life to Un* [selfish Ministration, (lave all for his Country—Was Foully Murdered. patriot atid philanthropist; he so true to his family, to his friends and to bis native St^te., The living, active, busy man that he was may one day be for gotten in this restless and busy world, but the recollection of the many virtnes which Dr Henderson possessed will neverjdie. “Like the vase in which roses Dave once been distilled, . You may break, yon may shatter The vase if yon will. The tcent of the roses Will hang round it still.” A Colleton Veteran of 01-65. February 7, 1906. The Sunday News prints with pleasure the sketch below. It would be glad to receive from friends and relatives of other members of the £e- cession Convention accounts of their lives. Soon the facts about many of them will be forgotten and it is im portant to put on record now as much ss is remembered. Sketches may be full and complete, or they may be briet All will be gladly printed. To the Editor of The News and Courier: Dr. E. U. Henderson, one of the signers of the Ordinances of Se cession, from St Bartholomew’s Parish, Colleton district, South Caro lina, was born in Charleston, S. C., in January, 1807, and died in May 1865. He married Miss Sophia E. Hughes, of Chehaw, in 1832. Of this marnage there were born four children, Carolina E., William E Prioleau and Cotesworth Pinckney Henderson. The first and third named are alive and now living in Walter- boro, S. 0. Dr Henderson was devoted to his profession, and in the community where he lived, Hendersonville, S. C., named for him, be was exceedingly popular, and whenever calls were made for his services, whether he knew they would be gratituitous or not, whether by night or day, he never hesitated, but went at once. Indeed his friends adored him, and to this day cherish his memory ss precions. He was a life-long mem ber of the Methodist church and lavished his means in support of his loved “Salem/’ His home was a notably hospitable one, and its doors were ever open to the rich and poor. After the certainty of Lincoln’s election became apparent, and whilst South Carolina was hesitating about the question of secession or co-opera tion, the writer remembers well the short and pithy speech of Dr Hen derson, made at a large mass meeting in the court house iu Walterboro. It was this: “Sink or swim, live or die, survive or perish, J give my heart, and my all, for separate slate action.” It carried the crowd, and the cheer ing was vociferous. And in his brief life afterwards he verified his pledge to his people who had elected him,- at the head of the ticket; for in a few short years that beantifnl home of his was deserted and devasted, his family were scattered, his three sons distinguished themselves in service of the country, and he himself went to the front as a volunteer, after the fall of Charleston. ▲iter the war, returning home to try to gather up his fallen fortunes, in Ukj, 1865, while "kitting in the piaaa of an old friend, his gun near hiss, he few a negro in uniform try ing to steal his horse, hitched near, and he was shot down by another negro soldier from an outhouse near by. OoorageoQS to the last, he rose to his knees and fired, but missed his afia from km of blood and died in a fkirmeaieata. tpemedaway the lift of this Itching Pile*. if yon are acquainted with anyone who it troubled with this dittresting aliment von can do him ao greater favor than to tell him to try Chamberlain’s Salve. It gives iotumt relief. Price 25 cents per box. Sold by John M Klein. IN MBMORIAM; A Letter of Interest. •< Editor Press and Standard: Why is it I s?e nothing in your columns from this, the Black Creek ' section? We are not in a “dark corner ’ that we should not be heard from, so if you will allow me space I will give you a few dots. After an absence of eighteen years I have returned to my native county where I hope to spend the balance of my life. I have lived in several sec tions, hut to my mind, there is no place qnite the equal of old Colleton. I am pleased to see marked im provement along many lines within the last decade or two. This is considered one of the beamiest portions of the oonnty, and afibrflk some advantages possibly not known to some other sections, Tyne the farming lands may not be vs prodnetive as in some other places, but with care and persever ance m uiy of the farms can be brought np to a mnch higher state of cultivation. This is a community of good people, thrifty, industrious and energetic. The past season our far mers have tnade fine crops, and are in goed spirits seeming to enjoy the labor of tbeir hands. Although we have had such bad weather for the past two months, they have gone to work with a vim preparing the soil for another crop. The schools, too, seem to be pro gressing fairly well, and we are pleased to see that our people are much interested m the matter of edu cation, as ranch of onr future happi ness and prosperity depend on the training of our young people. Taking a iair view of circumstances and conditions we may 'say thet everything is on the upward move and we are very hopeful for the fu ture. R. G. W. Bryan. J. Washington Stephens! The many friends of Wash Stephens in Colleton county, and elsewhere in this State, will regret to bear that he has passed away. Meek in spirit, quiet in deport ment, strict in integrity, firm in principle, earnest in duty, courageous in action—no one could be at a * • „» moment’s loss to understand the character of the man. Hence the high reepect paid hiss and the feel ing lamentation over him. In the War Between the States he volunteered early in that famous company known as “Hart’s Battery/’ attached to the Hampton»Region, was with it in most of the battles on 'Virginia’s soil, and to the end. Ever true, strong and courageous, and never known during his whole sol dier’s life to indulge in ardent spirits, or to take an oath. In early life he became a member of the Methodist church, and became a Father in “bis Israel.” He loved “the troth as it is in Jesus.” And stood ready to aid at all times in the triumph of the cross. And in many revivals of religion he joyfully parti cipated. His church bewails his loss. His death, like his whole life, was serene and peaceful. Having partaken of the mid-day meal, he told ^is loved wife that he would lie down, when hearing a fall, she found he had rolled on the floor, and when as sistance came, it was found his life was extinct Indeed so sudden and unexpected was the closing soene, that no op portunity was presented for dis closures and emotions, that doubtless would have been made If the power had been vouchsafed. It seemed, as if Cowper’s description or desire of a departure irom earth, was destined to be his: “So pass my life away, and so at last, My share of duties decently fulfilled. May rome disease, not tardy J to per form Its destined office, yet with gentle stroke, Dismiss me, weary, to a safe retreat, Beneath the tnrf that I have often trod.” His loss to bis mourning partner and bis devoted daughter (Mrs Dr Rice of Colombia, formerly Miss Pet) will be long and deeply felt, as it must be sadly deplored. For it was around the fireside that his virtues were most conspicuous. And where in the morning and evening prayer, he worshipped that God whom he loved and adored. May they be enabled to say, “Thy will be done!” O. G. II. sponded the grocery man. “With percentage after the first two weeks,” said the boy cooly. “Yoos see,”he went on, “first class liars come high, and if yon need them up your business, yon’ll have to pay the price; but I’ll tell the troth and work for three dollars a week.” The boy canght the grocer at his own game and got the job. The best safeguard against headache, constipation and liver troubles isDeWitt’s Little Early RWera. Keep * vial of theac famous little pills in the house and take a dose at bed time when you feel that the atomach and bowels need cleansing. They don’t gripe, bold by John M Klein. —— /> * ... Card of Thanks. Editor Press and Standard: Pleasa allow ns space in yonr paper to extend to the citizens of Ashton and sur rounding community onr thanks for their liberal, free and cheerfol sup port at. the V alentine Party giy$n here on February 14. The proceeds are ver/'satisfactory. More we oould not expect We hope yon will enjoy yonr gifts with ns in onr church. Very respectfully, Minnie Ritter, Sannie Jones, Effie Jones, Committee. B L Jones, manager. / The snooeertil schemer, like the sitting hen, uaa*t afford to take a day /•'■f Dry Branch Debating Society. We are sorry to annonnee that we have postponed onr meeting a week longer on account of the death of some of our member’s relatives. We deeply sympathize with our bereaved members. May God bless and com fort them. We have changed onr time of meet ing from Frida/ afternoon to Satur day night. We will meet again on next Saturday night March 8,1905, at the school building, namely, Dry Branch. Our school is still holding out well. Its true (this being a very good farm ing section) some of onr boys have had to stop awhile; bnt nevertheless we kave a good school yet We are certainly glad to see one of our most studious pupils, and able members, Frank Caldwell who has been very ill with typhoid fever, at school again. We heartily welcome him back. Don’t forget onr society meets Sat urday night, at 7 o’clock. We have a very interesting pro gram, and cordially invite everbody to come oat and enjoy it A member. Fraud Exposed. A few counterfeits have lately making and trying to few Di riooesty Is Best la Business. A liar may succeed for a -.time, but eventually he will pay the piper. Such a lesson is conveyed in the foT- lowing incident told by Dr. Morden, and repeated in the Baptist Common wealth: “If I hire you,” said a Detroit gro* cer to a boy who had applied for work, “I suppose yon will do what I tell you?” “Yes, sir.” “If I told yon to say the sugar was high grade, when it was low, what would you say?” Hesitatingly the boy, said, *Td say it” “If I told yon to say the coffee was pare, when it had beans in it what would you say?” “I’d say it” The merchant waa noploased. “How maoh would you work for?” ho inquired very seriously. “One hundred dollan a Week,” tho boy answered in a basin ess-like been •ell imitations of Dr, King’s New Discovery for Consnmp- lion, Coughs and C.t)ds, and other med icines, thereby defrauding the public. This is to warn you to beware ot such people, who seek to profit, through steal ing the reputation of remedies whicn have been successfully cuting disease, for over 85 years. A sure protection, to you, is our name on the wrapper. Look tor it, on all Dr King’s or Bucklen’j remedies, as all others are mere imita tions. H E. BUCKEN A Co., Chicago, 111** aud Windaon, Canada. Death of ao Infant. •On February 17, an angel of the Lord visited the borne of Mr and Mrs J J Smith and took away their sweet little infant, Raymond * about nine months old. He was such a bright, sweet child for his age and was the sunshine of the home. The little fellow was sick just a little over a week. Raymond was the grandson of Mr and Mrs R Bennett, of Lodge, who have te%> children and five grandchildren, this having been the first death in the family. The interment was at Carter’s Ford Cemetery.. Rev 0 Walker, of Ehrhardt, conducted the services. It is sad but God knows best “Safe in the arms of Jesus, Safe on His gentle breast There by his love o’er shadowed, Sweetly his soul shall rest.” Aunt SOUTH CIROlim NOTES. Items of Interest (lathered up from •very Part of thn State for Our Readrs. The mortal remains ot Col. J. E. B. Sloan were laid to rest Sunday in tho old Pendleton burial ground by sorrow* log relatives and frieods congregated from many parts of the State. . The latest enterprise to be recorded for Spartanburg is a company, which will manufacture cross arms, pins and brackets for electric light, telephone and telegraph construction work. 0 ' The name is the Spartanburg Cross Arm, Pin and Bracket Company, and the capital stock is $10,000 the greater part of which has already been subscribed. in the presence of abont 3,000 people, who congregated in groups and clusters in and abont the inter section of Walnnt and North Chnrch street, 8partanbnrgand who clamored all over the handsome $b0,000 federal building which will soon be the home of the postoffice, the cornerstone of that structure was laid with the cere monies and pomp of Masonry Thurs day at noon by Acting Grand Master W. P. Smith, who is grand chaplain of the State. Otto Beers, a German in the em ploy of (J. F. Hottinger, met his death late Friday night in a mysterious manner i hich now is under investi gation by Magistrate T D Green. A cry for assistance was heard near the Hottinger place, at the Ashley junc tion, and Beers went out to investi gate the trouble, when a little later Hottinger beard Beers call for help. Upon reaching the place whence the cry came, Beers was found dead in aa open fire well and it is a question, whether the man fell into it or was thrown into the water, tvhioh about 10 feet deep. ~4i Uncle Sam’s $5000,000 enstom bouse, overlooking New York harUof, will soon be completed. In this granite palace na tional tolls of something like $200,000 • 000 s year will be collected on American commerce. “The finest carved granite building in tho world,” was the verdict of an eminent French architect after ho had critically inspected the imposing facades, stretching nearly 200 feet along Bowling Green, and running 280 feet ia depth. W. K. Vanderbilt, Jr., was attacked Friday near Florence, Italy, by an angry Italian mob.Mr Vanderbilt was riding in an automobile when he accidentaltyrsn into and in jored a yonth by the name of Adolfo Bntini. Vanderbilt c^rew his revolver when he was attacked bnt was nnable to ward off the mob. He was finally resened and placed nuder arrest. Saturday morning doctors visited Adol fo Bntini, the injured boy, in order to ascertain bis condition. Grave compli cations, it was announced, may arise. If the child does not die or is not perma nently disabled the punishment may be imprisonment for three months and a fine of $200, in addition to a fine for carrying a revolver without permis- tion. To Cure a Cold in One Day. Take'LAXATIVE Bromo Quinine Tablets. All druggists refund the money if it fails to cure. E W Groves’ signature is on each box, 25c . ACnrf. To whom it may concern; The engagement which existed between Miss Sallie McCants and R N Jordan of Cottageville, has been mutually dissolved, it being their aim to dis appoint those who reported the news of their marriage. This will allow anxious mothers with marriageable daughters the chance of opening their in to this esteemed young .'‘•'t'ffik... Honor Roll of Sheridan School. Honor roll of the Sheridan school for the month of February: - Johnnie Addison, Frank Addison, Eva Hofi^ Alex Hoff, Johnson Hoff, Bessie Jackson, McKinley Jackson, Laurie Sanders, Charlie Sanders, Leon Rhode, Jennie Addison. , Mist Mary Sloman, Teacher. : "OMhimdreddplta* iMd”rs- ’ Onr idea of a mean man is one who $njoj§ spoiling some other man’s ton. Branch Office of Dr D.M. Coon* ' toy's Faigons Home Trent* iaseut. ? Thde Remedies are M positive and permanent core for all forms of Indi gestion, Kidney, Bladder, Liver, Blood, Catarrhal aed Female di seases, also Piles. For sale by Mrs J T Harrington, General Agent, Walterboro, S. C. * *9 8m fwm* i . * ■