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' v MRS IDA BLANCHE WALL Beautifully Describes Her Trav els in Calif onia. Because of your tendency to throw out farther and farther your search light into broader fields for inform ation concerning our native land than is found within "Cliny Field”, of circumscribed lives and primitive ways, to your dear Outlook, spark ling gem among Georgetown’s dull flashes of newspaper intelligence, I offer this crude production: • WESTERN’ TRUTHS, i For those who are inclined to agricultural pursuits, California is the place. For those in search of health, prosperity and the hap piness of an unconventional life, it is a most desirable place. California has • topographical situation which will duplicate all the climates and all the products of the combined states of the union, and in scenic grandeur; and serenity of climate it is unsur- There a thrill of life per- the very atmosphere. One onjoys a delightful exhileration and A buoyancy of spirit which creates a yearning to linger longer in the sunny dells and mystic vales of this enchanted region. Though still in her infancy, there is a glorious future for California, her natural resources declare it. Within the past half century her population has increased sixteen fold, and there is an igeessant influx of people into the, state ■ o Through sections of country where the landscape was once an unbroken stretch of romantic beauty the remarkable fertility of the soil is now displayed in agricultural success. The total value of product tion for the state in 1905 will ag gregate $325,000,000. Santa Clara county along, produces a greater in come than any other county in the United States, and in this county sixty five per cent of all the seeds •old in the United States is raised. In vineyj r Is of Santa Clara county, £he growth is so luxuriant that it seems impossible to find ore’s way. A single bunch of grapes often weighs four pounds and the average; yield is twelve tons of grapes to an acre of land. One of the most flourishing olive farms in-thilf county is in possession of Capt. Diamond. A typical son of Ceres his life’s study has been the cultivation of the soil and his pride and boast are the wealth of his nat ive soil. He has lived a bachelor, is now 109 years old, and is still vigor, out. Capt, Diamond attributes his remarkable vitality chiefly • to the climate, the wine, and the olive oil of this country. California has raisin vineyards comprising 1,000 acres,the largest in the world. The tallest cornstalk ever reported was thirty-six feet high, and was raised in Los Angeles county, and there, throughout the year, fruit, flowers and vegetables are seen in great abundance. In the city of Los Angeles on the 15th day of January each year, there is a grand floral parade. It is here, there and throughout California, it palm trees and gorgeous blooms add grace and beauty tj verdant California's fairest rendezvous.- Is San Francisco the city of cities? Whoever has revelled within her Sates of pleasure, must ever after ward rigfc for ’’dear old Frisco.” ’With all the business rush of a great nwtrapoUs, la blended the gayetjf of Faria life. One would judge from •treat aMoae, thatevety day Frisco ticafete. and somehow, while right aaatac ha finds himself wearing the *%nile that don't come off.? Only paBtkal warfare can daiplaer the apfarit of unity and brotherly love whkh poaKea these good people of the West At such critical times, the true cowboy daring of the plains is manifested, and then it seems that law, human and divine, is disregard ed. Whan Friaco by a peHticaLsqus!! for the rensUte- ment of her mayor, there were earth Fireworks made in the heavens. The i and pluck were unequml- riCatun by that of old Georgetown, Within the past five years, land in E. D. HYRNE RESIGNS San Francisco has so greatly increas- “ • 1 in value, that recently, a lot on As First Lieutenant of Hayward Market street sold for $5,000 a front Riflemen, foot. Suburban lots, that a few years ^ Heyward Riflemen are eager- ago could be bought for a mere song j y forward to their summer are now selling for fabulous sums, encampment which will he held on It is a jubilee for the wary real estate agent. Many have become millionaires at a deal. ^ Ohe of the wonders of California is San Francisco harbor, the beholder with profound admira tion, 600 miles in circumference; it covers 460 square miles. Artistic M’KINLEY 1 DEAD. Wreck on Atlantic Coast At 1.06 William McKinle y ' nto the sleep that Sullivans Island this year from'july J?"** "° »»akeninii. The transition . 5th to the 15th. It comes a time fro . m llf f ^ »° Peaceful when the men need recreation of “ d .^ r 1 a ' l “ al .‘ hat “ vkas with Acuity . . some kind and they are especially | ^ ** v,glUm , t PMicians and at- Tt MiUcea' lucky in being ordered to the Island, which as a summer resort promise* all the enjoyments of surf bathing and cool ocean breezes. This year End Came Sunday Afternoon at A South bound freight train was One O'clock wrecked on the Atlantic Coast Line Canton, Ohio. May 29._At i * *< Wedn«day morning o'clock this afternoon Mrs * bout tw0 0 clock - F,ve “ re were for one tendants noted when dissolution came. There was no struggle—no pain. Mrs McKinley never knew of the boats of every description dot this t h e encampment will not consist of efforts m ade for days to prolong her beautiful expanse of water, and steamships of evey nationality glide through the golden gate of the har bor. It is the largest land locked harbor in the world. Shipbuilding in San Francisco is noteworthy. The yards of this city now turn out all classes of work- battle ships, passenger steamers, tug boats and coasting steamers. Within the past fifteen years, San Francisco mechanics have built twenty warships for the United States Navy, including the famous battleship Oregon and the Olympia —Admiral Dewey’s flagship at Man illa bay. p scenic caufornia. California has ten mountain peaks which are 10,000 feet high. In follow ing some of the wild trails from the base of these stupendous mountains, the tourist finds himself in new and enchanted world—a wilderness of varied charm. It is a complex form long marches and drills but the men will be in the handling of the big guns on the Fort and will no doubt be given plenty of time and liberty to make their stay pleasant. The company is probably in better shap? now than it has ever been since its organization. life, nor of the solicitous hope against hope of her sister and other relatives and friends for her recovery. The body of Mrs McKinley will be placed in the vault in West, Lawn Cemetery, which holds the remains of her husband, until the completion of the new mausoleum on Monument has received w ^ en both caskets will be tnins-, derailed and the track torn up several hundred yards, but no was injured. The wrecking train was soon on the scene and the track cleared in a few j hours. A defective wheel was the I cause of accident. Memorial at Black Crack. On May 23rd., a big picnic and fish fry was given at Black Creek, i in honor of the old veterans of that community. The day could not have been chosen more happily nor could the weather have been more delightful i in order to insure a perfect day for the occasion. Earth and sky were joined in welcoming those to whdm the love and honor of future genera- Captain Fishburne , , , the resignation of First Lieutenant to rpce P^les inthat tomb. iona ^ al ^ turned ^ ^ ^ On January 25, 1871: Wm McKinley , . - ,. . .. who have fought nobly and well, everything E. D. Hyme to take effect immed iately. Lieutenant Hyme has re cently been promoted to the fore- manship of The Press and Standard and would not have the time to de vote to the company which he thought it should receive from him. He was a capable officer and was respected and held in high regard -by all the command, and it goes with out saying that he will be greatly missed from among them. Great interest centers around the election to fill the vacancy created by his resignation, which election of scenic beauty and sublime gran- "’M be held on June 3rd, that being deur. These who gaze upon the snow *be next regular meeting of the clad peaks and lofty heights of grey company. It is expected that near cliff veiled by fleecy clouds, declare ^ every man will be present on that that the spell is hypnotic and that occasion, words are a desecration. Among the irregular cliffs as the Death of Mrs. S. G. Brown, mountains slope downward there is Mrs Seany Goodwin Brown died a marvellous variety of colors, which at the home of her youngest daugh- when sunkissed, Nature has blended ter, Mrs D R Edwards, in Lawtey, into grand panoramic wonderland.! Fla., last Saturday morning, in her and Ida Saxton were united in mar riage. The wedding was performed , when the issues inolved • .. r» u * • u 1 that life held dear, in the then new Presbyterian Church the Rev Dr Buckingham, of that congregation, and the Rev Dr End- sley, of the First Methodist Church, officiating. After President McKinley’s death she expressed a desire to join him j » • t A ' *** Towards eleven o’cfock when the assembled, ThisrCommunity is one of the best and most prosperous in the County and its people famed for their hos pitality and good cheer to strangers and friends alike. On this day the strangers within their gates were join —' Rev. R. S. Williams. The laconic nqws of the death of Rev! R.S. Williams came to Green ville Monday in a telegram from ki$ son, H.M. Williams, addressed to Dr T.W. Bailey It simply said: Pa died yesterday, will be buried Tuesday. Just after the receipt of the Ufl-' gram Dr. Baily received a letter written by him last friday. He was well when he wote the letter. Another of the Lord’s Watchmen has succumbed to|death. Brow Wil liams lost the wife of his youth lees than two years ago. and his life long friend and fellow minister. Rev.J T. Hiers, only a few months ago. Robert S.Williams was a native of Colleton county and lived all his life within a few miles of his birth place. He volunteered in the confederate army when a mere lad, and received a wound which evidenced his devo tion to his country. 'Returning from the war he found his ancestral for tune swept away. He set to work as a merchant and farmer to repear his losses and succeeded well. Bro. Wi liams enjoyed little educational op portunities,but he had splendid intel lectual powers. He wrote poems on various subjects, some of which are hymns of no mean merit. He took an active interest in public affaira, though never a candidate for any office. At one time he lostjthe to rate of several churches if and prayed daily that she might j ma< ^ e ^ r ' en( ^ ^ or ® ver - join him. I-<*ter» however, she fre-1 j arjfe Prow ^ had assembled, Judge °f bis political views. Always _ quent y to <1 friends she desired to R G w g ryan wh() was Master of >*1. cheerful and witty he was a fa- Ceremonies and who ably performed v °rite among those who knew him. . 4] live until the completion of the Mc Kinley mausoleum, which is the gift .. , .. . of the nation, and which is to be dedicated on Monument Hill,. Sep tember 30 next. * Bethlehem News. (Written for last week) ^Editor Press and Standard: If you the speakers for the occasson. These were Captain E. L. Fishburne, Mr. W. W Smoak, Editor of the Press and Standard and Dr H. W. Black, County Superintendent of Education. Captain Fishbprne was It was his lot to serve weak and widely scattered country chtfrcbea sometimes for a mere pittance tif salary. Yet few men enjoy a strong er affection from the people (whom they serve than did he. It was in the atmosphere of ha Mist and dainty spray form graceful cascades, weave rainbows, pendants of basalt and crystal hold water drops which sparkle like gems. In 78th year. Mrs Brown was l)orn and reared in Colleton county, and was married toJ W Brown October 4th, 1849, her boldest stroke Nature could not j who preceded her to the land beyond garnish picture more uniquely fair, f fifteen years ago. Their union first introduced and made the ad- home that Bro. Williams was at his will allow me space in your valuable dress of welcome. He spoke of the best. He was married in early life paper I will write a few items from heroism exhibited by the soldiers to Miss Jartie McMillan, of Bamberg this neighborhood. who wore the grey, their unflinch- county. . Five children were born to You have had Brown Eyes Blue ing courage which.w’as shown to no them of whom four survive. He eyes and Gray eyes but now comes greater decree than when they re- was loving and indulgent, and has Black eyes. My news is not so plenti- 1 turned to their ruined homes. He children were devoted to him. He ful, but 1 think I can find little more reviewed the intermediate conditions, has almost a model family. The ed- that But still more impressive is this sight ; blest with four sons and three when moonbeams meet to soften and ! daughters, all of whom survive her. weave a halo of mellow tenderness She was converted when a girl, over the romantic charm of scene. was a member of the methodist Passing onw’ard, the tourist finds church .until her marriage, then himself among pillared pinnacles, joined the Baptist church with her vast irregular and in graceful disor- husband, and lived a faithful,consis- der. Natural bridges spanning rac- tent life until her death. She was a ing streamlets, moss covered legs devoted wife and a loving mother. She was the light of her household and w as dearly loved by all who knew her. She had been in declining health for the last four years ' but bore her suffering patiently and said when the time came she was ready and willing to go. Her child- em are Mrs M L’Johns, Baldoc, S C Mr J W Brown, Columbia, S C Mr B S Brown, Beaufort,S C., MrsG W Bamberg, S €., Mrs D R Edwards, than Gray Eyes. The farmers ar having was weather for there crops. good and stones. Then, almost walled in by jutting rocks of varied form through which the wind aigha, make weird music. Indeed one hears there, a symphony of mysterious sounds which is the very poetry, the rhythm, the music of nature. A fitting shrine of worship is this cloistered recess, it is a sanctuary of silence inspiring inexpressibly beauti ful thought. I have wandered though fairyland scenes of the Appenines, oh, vales and mountains of gorgeous coloring, summits castle crowned in all the charm of decaying splendor! I have lingered in the rugged grandeur of | the glittering snow mantled Alps feeling admiration profound—an exalted sense of appreciation for the wonders of nature. But, here, in this golden sunset region of picturesque mountain scenery, the stars and stripes float gayly, and these senti ments rise to enthusiasm blended with patriotic pride, ”It ismy own, my native land.” Ida Blanche Wall, San Francisco, Cal. Georgetown Sunday Outlook. ■ + How’s This. .ders ft L Ritter, S. C., Gentlemen:—Be kind enough to nd me bill of Acetylene Eagle Water Feed Plant you nut in for me time since. 1 wish to pay for the mme; it is a grand lights up my residence, my store m^offioejn a pe rf^tblase of Ji^ht, service it has worked perfectly and trouble of any kind. Truhr yours, Wm. C. Meggetts, S. C. Miss Hattie Slay ( of -Charleston, spent a few days last week with hsr sister Mrs Lee Yiard of Blockers, *beu she returned, she»- was accom panied by her nephews Jonah George and Mrillitn Blocker. Mrs Mary Langdale and Miss Ada Lang dale of Pleasant Grove section spent last Monday very pleasant at W L Utaey near Ronnd. Mias Ida and Sallie Weeks attend ed the memorial at Island Creek their report a very nice time. Mra Oho Hill and.nhild spent last Friday with her parents near Bedons church, quite a crowd given. Miss Hattie Way called last Sunday at her sister Mrs Lee ViariL i^eila Grace and Hazel Rickenbsker spent last Dr W Brown, and Mr J E Brown, G Xhursday night with Mrs Lena Rick- Lawtey, Fla. enbaker. On account of the ill health of her youngest son, she left her old home near Bamberg and went to Florida four years ago. Her remains were brought to Bamberg, to be laid by the side of her husband in the old cemetery. The body was accom panied by her three youngest chil dren, Mr W T Gill, a grand-son, and Hiss Birdie Gill, a niece, arriving here Sunday morning. The burial Jtookblace at rix o’clock that afternoon, the services being conducted by Rev Peter Stokes, in the absence of RevAJ Foster Follow ing acted as pall bearers: C B Free, RC Jones John Cooner, V J Hartxog F W Free, J T O’Neal The services were largely attended by the friends and relatives of the deceased Bam berg Journal. Marshall Gruber and his friend Beach of Walterboro, were among the many out-of-town visitors who attended the Graded School closing here on Monday night— Dorchester Gsrsty. The girl who possimas n oldQ i aaat mighty tesky. We have one of the best Sunday Schools in the county here, under Girls around here are very sorry to hear of the marriage of Mr Ben Padgett L G Owens of Walterboro, passed through our neighborhood Sunday morning to Ridgevitie and on his return Wednesday dined with W L Ulsey. Mr and Mrs W L Uteey of Round spent last Sunday with their daugh ter Mrs May Langdale near Pleas- nat Grove. Mr Henry Padgett taken Miss Ida Weeks to preaching at Redons ohnroh Sunday, there mnst be some attrac tion. Mr >1*1 via Utaev of Pleasant Grove attended pteaehea at Bethlehem Sunday. Mn Claudia Single and little Willie May spent last week at Jones Swamp. . I hope I will beer Dorn Gray Eyes soon. Beet wishes to The Pram and Standard. • Black JSyaa. Ronnd S C MaySrO?. ” after the war and then dwelt on the birth of the New South and its great prosperity; and closed with a well deserved tribute to the women of the South. e Z' * Mr Smoak confined himself mainly with the educational conditions of tne present day, after havingW>ken of the trying conditions which faced the Southern Soldier during 60>61. He made many valuable suggest! for the furtherance of education. Dr Black was. the last speaker. He reviewed the conditions of the war, and drew from his own exper ience in relating its many and varied hardshipa. He spoke of the educa tional progress which had been made in the County in the last ten yean and of eis devotion to its advance ment. Dr Black is at his best when making a speech on education. After the speeches the crowd was invited to the long tables upon which was spread a dinner that has never had any superiors and few equals. The ladies vied with one another in keeping all the plates full all the time, and their presence added not a little to the enjoyment of the occasion. When the shadows began to lengthen, the people dis persed to their homes with the con sciousness of a day well and happily spent. ■ ■ — itors of The Courier sympathise with the family and friends in their bereavement.—The Baptist Courier. ... —v —».«.« ■ Satan worka hardest when tat , " ok * d£otth ' in YeWngton, Fla., last week. She 1 by Mim the Jas. P. We have just learned of the death of Jamm F. Beaton, a nativp^of old GoUetea, who died otRaidsvttl^ Ga^ oa May 7,1907, of paralysis, ia hit 86th yiar. He married Mim Oho Una Bnatoa, of OoUetoa, who pee* omeed him amay yearn. A maa of maay Hoe qnalitiea of od and heati, aad he lived and died a consistent member of the Metho diet oharoh. la the year 1864, when Motley aad Blaekledge ware hang hero, he was a member of the God frey Savannah Company, re with tha imh Militia, aad later waa a faithfal coo federate veteran. Ha had been living in Georgia aome 30 years or The praying Christian it always a Mac Ohtktiaa Aa Interesting Case. Magistrate Bryan wm engaged two days last week in trying an interest ing case. It was a suit between W 8 Crosby asd Joe Benton of the Mt Carmel neighborhood. It seems that Benton started to work for Crosby this year and after working a few days qmt Crosby then forbid Beataah going on hie place. Benton's lived on Crosbv'e place and went to see her. Groeby then ed Benton for “entry after The onae came up for trial Wi day and wae concluded Friday with a result that Benton waa found gahty and sentenced to pay a fine of $t0. or Thirty days on the chain gang. J G Padgett, K q, appeared for the State and J S Griffin, Esp, for thedelaoe*. The defendant appealed, and giving bond, was released. Another difficulty grew ont at this trial in which Andrew and ry Benton cousins of the became involved, resulting ia W 8 Crosby’s drawing a shot gun on An Bentons. They left and a gun returned with mooh cursing to hunt up Croaby. trate Bryan bearing of their in tentions and langaage had them ar rested and lodged in jail. They msn released later on bond. Croaby mm tried Monday aad bound ever 6a Mart. i * E. D. Hymn E. D. Hyme begin week ns foreman of The From sml Standard composing rooms ami departement. Vice a A. Grans mtes to become maaagar sff the Branchvflle Joarnal. Mr. Hyme brings to this position aevyral yams in asm^fetife work, and is fully competent be ae- sume charge of the week In Urn Press and Standard's offtaa. Obit than mtomy abon anybody elm. about Us boom i» 'ISFJZ! .j t ■ • ».■ —r' A ' •' ^ ; ' • ' " ■