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. I * J?. VOL XXIV. PiHII i /'Hayes and Brother Bound Over as Accessories PUBLIC SENTIMENT DIVIDED As a ReHult of the Hearing in the Floyd Murder Case at Whiteville, N. C.f Tuesday, Mrs Hayes is Held Witkmit Rail au Prinrinnl. and the Hayes Brothers, as Accessories Af ter the Fact, Admitted to Bail in _ the Sum $1,000 Each. (Special to the Herald) Whiteville. N. C, February 14fch The preliminary hearing in the cav< against Mr. and Mrs. N. M Hayi 8 and Lloyd Hayes, was held here today, by Justice of the P<?aee, W. C. Graham, of Tabor, and wLh the result that Mrs. Ilives was baund over to Superior court without bail, aDd N. M. Hayes and his brother r- Lloyd Hayes were held for the Super ior court, but wi oh the privilege of making a bail bond in the sum of one thousand dollars each. Up to a late hour the two men had not suc? ceeded in making the bail and were still in jail. Many people were interested in 1Mb ri ?r anrl flip n.rnwH wflft variously estimated, but there must have been at least five hundred people gathered, The court room would not hold all those who wished to bear. Many witnesses were sworn by the State, Those who listened intently at the testimony say that they do not see how any of the parties will ever be convicted, unless stronger testimony and circumstantial evidence can be produced at the trial in the higher court. An eye witueas to a part, of the shooting was sworn. He stated in substance that he was at a stable not far off. He saw the hall door of the Hayes dwelling fly open and Mrs Hayes and Robt. M. Floyd came out at the door, being close together, A h ? M* t f\ H/1 f K O t bUC WUU1UU ill 1U^ tIJC ^/lOlUl) auu vuav Floyd fell on the piazza floor, and the woman shot him once after ho fell in the face.. Testimony was produced showing that on the afternoon ot the killing, there were two secret conferences between Mrs. Hayes and her husband, one of which took place in a private room at the barber shop, the other out side of the shop. One of. these conferences took place before the arrival of the train which brought Floyd from Charleston, <and the other took place after the traia had passed and Floyd had gone on to Lor is. Dr. Leaman Baggett and others were sworn in relation to the automatic pistol which had been purchased by N. M. Hayes some time before the killing. The substance of the testimony relating to this matter was that Hayes told the witness he had purchased the pistol for a special purpose, and that he had purchased it from a drummer. The witness bad heard a conversation later between this traveling man and Hayes, in which the drummer ask Hayes if he had got hismau ^ and he made some indifferent reply, \ fPt. moo fuct imrtti w tn t.hu nfTpnt. I "I XUCIO "UO HvOVIlUVUJ vv ?uv v? vvv that Lioyd? Hayes was sent to meet the train by his brother N. M. Hayes, and upon his return was asked whether he had seen his man or words to that effect, and he replied in the negative. There was testimony about various other circumstances connected with the case, but all these matters are regarded as being uncertain in imoortance unless they can be connected up. The letters which had been mentioned were read in open court. Two of the letters were from Mrs . Hayes to Floyd, and were in subVT" stance the same asking hiui to come to Tabor and \reat the moles on her face, and that his expenses would be paid and what ever he charged .for the treatment. In one it was stated that if he fooled her and did noj; come, she would be disappointed. One of these letters from the woman to Floyd was dated *"D.c. 1st* 1911," but was post-marked at Tabor "Feb. 1st, 1911," la this ,<< letter Fioyd was especially asked to come to Tabor on Friday. One of the letters stated farther that the writer was in no condition to come to him in Charleston, Floyd was killed on the Saturday following the Friday mentioned in the letter. The third letter mentioned was from N. M. Hayes to . Robt. M. Floyd, - and it contained nothing of importance in the case except that it asks Floyd to come to Tabor and treat Mrs. Hayes for the trouble which has been mentioned. The testimony taken at the hear ing confirm the reports which gained currency to the effect that Floyd was killed with his overcoat on. His hat was fouud just inside of the hall at the Hayes* home. Each aide was represented by attorneys. A big legal fight is looked for in the Superior court when the ca^e comes on for trial there. The Superior court will convene on the last Monday in February. (The ?x?i < Sunday School Convention. Thursday and Friday ot next week the Horry Counly Sunday School Association holds its annual convention in Conway. A strong program has been prepared and tfood things are in store for the Sunday school workers of the Ban nrcounty. It is hoped that this will be the biggest convention yet held in the Association. While we would be glad to have present every one interested in Suudiy school work in any way, let me especially urge that every pastor, every superintendant and every teacher be at the convention if possib'e. To do the Master's work well we should avail ourselves of every opportunity to better fit ourselves for his tervice. Mr Wi)l Goldfinch, and Misses Ruloe Tisdab and Margarett McNeill have been appointed as entertainment committee and will be glad to p *ovide homas for all who may come. Write Mr Goldfinch, Conway, SC., today and let him know hat you are coiniug. There is now but one more Sunday before the contention. Let each Superintendent be sure to appoint a big delegation from his school and bring them .to the convention. Send in the list to the chairman of the entertainment committee as soon as possible, lie certain to send in the statistical report from your Sunday school to A E Goldfinch, Secretary, Conway, S C., before the con/ention L?et the Sunday schools instruct their delegates what pledge to make to the work. Meet me at the Baptist church in Conway, Thursday and Friday of next week. Paul Quattlebaum, President Banner County. The New County Treasurer and Auditor N C Adams, the newly appointed County Auditor assumed Ihe duties of his office the first of the week. C E Barker, the retiring Auditor, is President of the New York Racket Stors company, a corporation, and will probably look afcer this large and growing concern in the future. Mr Jenrette, the present County Treasurer, expects to turn over t..e Treasurer's ofli *e to J jhn Holt, tiis successor, nextr week. Mr Jenrette w:ll engage in the real estate and insurance business, and wih occupy the small wooden building next to Conway Bottling works. He has secured the agency for several old line insurance companies and will be pleased to have your business Run-Away Marriage. On last Tuesday, Rev J M Dorman, assistant to the County Treasurer, was called on to unite in marriage a Mr Meecham and a Miss Cossett. who claimed they wore from Orangeburg, S C Mr Dorman questioned the parties olosolv and assuring bimseif mat they were qualified to enter the estate of matrimony. made them happy by pronouncing them husband aud wifp after his usual quiet but solemn ceremony. The marriage took place in County Treasurer's ofliee at the court hous-e in the presence of a few of the county officials. Pr*??hvt.??rian Church. ? ?? Preaching next Sabbath, B^eb. 19th at 11 a. m. . A congregational meeting will be held to elect an additional Deacon It is important that every member should attend. We welcome visitors and strangers. Rev. A. S. Doak is in Charleston as a delegate to the Royal Aicb Chapter, which convenes there this week. He is looking forward to a grand time mingling with the brethren of the Mystic fraternity and we sincerely hope all his expectations may be fully realized. Parties wanting fruit trees wi-1 call at the tlomewood Nurseries Saturday. Tois is the last chance. Levi Pettenger, Prop. Polly Field Notes. A reply to 10 310 of Cool Spring n a r. cent issue of the Herald, in his article he ^ays, he that cannot obey cannot command. And if his argument be true I think it best for him to got the flea out of his own sock before he trys to catch one in mine. He further states that the milking stool is a poor currycomb. I am with him there for I have been curcycombed with the milking stool in the past until it makes the present and the future look dark to me. He further states that prevention is bettor than cure. That must be so for be has tried both and is a he rty man. He also says lazy bees make no honey, lazy farmers no mon ey. I will tell you the truth. Bees can make a lazy farmer get up and go in a hurry, for I saw a swarm get after Mr Fred W Jordan last summer. The razor back is still the hog for a poor man. A B Duncan dressed as tine a razor back for Miss Dora Causey last Friday as a man could ask for Build your fences and feed your iazor backs and you will have plenty of meat. Skinner. p0M 30NWAY, S. C., THURSI li J DEI A Horrible Accident to Son of T. A. Branton. VICTIM SUBJECT TO FITS. The Young Man was Engaged in Burning Brush and as He was Subject to Epileptic Mti, it 10 supposed mat He had One and Fell in the Fire.? Body Horribly Burned. (Special to the Herald) On Tuefday 31 st9 the younger ton of Thomas A. Branton met with a horrible accident He had gone out unknown to his parents and had set fire to some brush heaps on s me new ground that he was preparing to take in. lie being subject to fits, it is supposed that he bad one and fell and the grass burned to him and caught his clothes, burning about all of them from his body before he gained couscetousness. When he could, he started for the house and went about fifty yards when he fell. By this time his father saw him and went to him. lie was then taken to the house and a physician summoned, but to no avail. He lived until the following on/1 nhnnf. 11 nVlnnlf lip .iivujr breathed his last. Henry has paid the debt that we must all pay, but in a more horrible way than many of us. His untime ly death should be a warning to others, Henry was born April 6th, 1894 on the south side of the Waccamaw river but has beeu living near Daisy for several years, and has always been a quiet, peaceable and trust worthy boy. He was a Sunday school scholar at Macedonia and w as always present with good les sons. Henry will be missed here but may we all meet him in heaven. The bereaved ones have the simpathy of the community. J H B Death of Miss Jennie Vereen. On Thursday January 11,1911, the death angel visited our home and took from us our loving daughter and sister and bore her gentle spirit to that beautiful home. She suffered a long time what no tongue can tell* All that loving hearts and willing hands could dc was done to arrest the fatal illnestand turn the ebbing tide of life, but in obedience to the divine will death won the victory and the grave re a a. . CeiVHU Its VlUtlUl Her remains were laid away tht> following day in the family burying ground in the pres?nce of many sorrowing relatives and friends. She v as a good woman and loved by all who knew her and we feel sure she is at rest and knqw that she is through with the trials and troubles of this old sinful world. She has suffered her last pain and is now resting in the arms of Jusus. She leaves a father and mother, hree sisters, three brothers and a host of relatives and friends to mourn her loss, but we do not mourn as those who have no hope for we feel well satified she is at rest, She was a loving daughter and a kind sister. May we all lead such lives as she did so wheu the angel of death closes his wings over us we will find a home in heaven. Her bright smiles and kindly greetings will be sadly missed by those who knew and loved her. She was born September 8, 1886, and departed this life January 10th, 1911. Her loving papa and sister. B B Vereen, Florrie Vereen. Mairiage at Cool Spring. On Friday of last week, about 5 o'clock in the afternoon, at the residence of R T Bvaoth, Miss Clara Graham and Mr O J Johnson were happily united in marriage the ceremony being performed by R T Booth, Notary I'ublic. The bride is the oldest daughter of D W Graham, one of the leading farmers of the KeLobotb section, rne groom is a son ot*0 W Johnson, of this place He is a very popular young man and holds a very high responsible position with Trexler Lumber Co , at Allen. He is to be congratulated on winning the heart and hand of such an admirable young lady. They left on the following Monday for their home at Allen. We wish for tbcm a long and happy life. 10-310. Waccamaw Mounted Rifles. The Waccamaw Mounted Rifle Club will have their annual meeting at WooJlawo Sea Shore on the 22l3 of February at 12 o'clock. Ralph Ne^bit, President Club. _ _ J M Gause was in Conway last Saturday on business. 0 ? ji >AY, FEBURARY 16, 1911 Toddville Tidings. sure to attend the play at the Auditorium on Friday night 17th icst. This writer is under many obligations to Miss Costa Ling for the success of the play at the Toddville School Auditorium which is now an assured fact. Capt. W E. Hutson and Mr. H. I. ftuchison of the government force working in Thoroighfare Cut, spent Sunday with this scribe. Those who attend the play at the Auditorium on Friday ni&ht the 17th inst. may rest assured that they will spend an evening very pleasantly. All kinds of games will be played^pbox supper, cake walks, Ac Ladies will be expected to bring their boxes. This writer is "too good" to encourage dancing However, for this special occasions preparations have been made to accommodate those who wish todauce, and other innocent games will be going on at the same time. Mr. U. A. Dusenburv spent Sunday and Monday in Conway with relatives. The shooting of Mr. Robert M. Floyd at Mt. Tabor was a sh to this community. Mr. Floyd wo a model young man most brilliaot attainments. and had a bright future. He was well and favoraoie Known here and has some prominent relatives in our little town who believe that Floyd was the vict'm of a carefully devised scheme to take his life. Owing to the prominence of the parties connected with this unfortunate affair, it is only reasonable to suppose that every inch of ground will be contested from start to finish by the prosecution and the defense and a fierce legal battle will be waged while the victim of the tragedy lies silent in his grave, and therefore the public cannot get but one side of this deplorable affair, and after the trial is all over the real cause which prompted the fatal shot, will probably still be clouded in mystery and remain so till Ga briel blows his horn. Forecast. Of High Moral Character. Dear Herald:?I am exceedingly pained on account of the tragic death of Mr. Robert M. Flovd. It was my happy privilege to know him throughout my acquaintance and association with him he wa.I eld in my affections as a young man of sterling worth, high moral character, and incapable of anything oase or mean. On, bow sad to even contemplate his untimely death! It is indescribable I loved him as a brother His ideals aod aspirations were so high! I almost feel the same pathos for him that David had for Jonathan when called upon to bemoan his tragic death at the hands of the Philistines: "So very pleasant has he been unto me." Robbie Floyd had confidence in humanity: and the brotherhood of the Waccamaw Bvptist Association as well as the Bank of Conway, and the public schools in various communities recugo'zed his ability, his industry, and his fidelity, and the services he rendered have entered upon imperishable records. Why are we called upon to weep for him in such an hour? Echo answers, "Why?" But we are inspiringly encouraged in the belief that, some day we will understand. In a moment, in the twinkling of an eye the whole scene will change. Not, however, as strangers approaching some lonely shore, but as loved and longed lor pilgrims, u ho | return to open a *ms and welcome hearts. At that Mine we shall has ten rapturously to worship our Lord; and to Him we shall pour out our great and reverent love, "Some day we shall understand." To Brother andj sister Matthew Floyd and all the friends and other loved oues, my sincere and deepest sympathies are extended. J. M. Fleming, Lumberton, N. C. Wife Got Tip Top Advice. "My wife wanted me to take our boy to the doctor to cure an UiMy boil," writes D. Frankel, of Stroud, Okla. 4 I said 'put Bucklen's Arnica Salve on it.' She did so, and it cored thrt hoil in a short time." O i :st | healer of Burns,Scalds, Cuts, Co. ns, Bruises, Spra\n9, Swellings. Best Pile cure on earth. Try it. Only 25o at Norton Drug Co. Notice. The Farmers Union will have a special called meeting at Conway on Mo: day Feb. 27ih. All presidents of locals are requested to attend. A, L. Lewis, President. Fertilizers! Fertilizers! 1 Mr Farmer: If you are a cash buyer on carload basis, it will pay you to call on me for prices at once. T. B. SMITH, Manufacturers Agent, Bank of Horry Bldg. fpijt Fill _ COURT. The Court of Sessions Will Convene on the 27th. HEAVY CRIMINAL DOCKET. Two or Three Murder Cases and Legions of Minor Ones Already Docketed.?Grand and Petit Jurors.?Judge Memminger to Preside. The court of General Session will c~mveue here on Monday Feb a?y 27ih. There a?*e several c on the criminal d rU"t for tria tins term, which wdi take or jerable time of the court, and no uoub* bo of somo interest. Some mouths ago au old negro, Strpnry Montirn, a trusted ? n ployee of Liicbar sou Cypress Lumber and Shingle Co , at Bucksporfc, was shot and killed by William Moore. Wash Moore and his w fo Catherine Moore, and several of hift children were arrested as ac cessories before and after the fact and they are still in jail awaiting trial on this charge, not having beeu able to get bail. William Moore made bis escape and has not been apprehended by the sheriff. The latter part of January D ft Potter killed Willie Nance at the home of Mrs Thomas, in Little River Township. The coroner's jury found a ^ ^ t *4 L ? 4 /T Anno carl 1*7 a u L 11 I P f 1 Vlil'U llJli l>] Jb i ijcj ucv/cuavu " wu . v/.. by Potter in self defense, but the laws require that he be tried and cleared by a petit jury. There are numbers of other criminal cases, but all of minor importance. The following jury grand and petit, will serve during the term* Grand Jury 1911. B Frazier, Nichols No 2. G B Dusenburv, Bucksport, W C Reaves, Vina, B H Stanley, Sbalvey, Geo L Stevens, Bisco, K Li Mishoe, Cool Spring, W B Shelly, Green Sea. AEG jldtinch. Conway, S H Price, Conway, T J Lewis, Aynor, C K Gerrald, G Ferry R F DNo 1 Gordon Vereeu, Thompson, W J Hughes, Loris, S S Anderson, Adrian, C C Suggs. Wampee, J H Richardson, Loris, R F D 1 Sampson Fowler, Tabor, J David Harrelson, Nichols No 2. Petit Jury. J E Nixon, Nixonviile, W H Rollinson, Conway, W J Waller, Conway, Geo W Cartrett, Adrian, T R Permenter, Wampee, John E Vereeu, Little River, G W Hardee, Conway R F D No 1 Geo Officer, Eddy Lake, J H Marsh, Bucksport, Elias Strickland, Nichols No 2. B L Prince, B.iyboro, P B Norton, Nichols No 2, C A Anderson, Adrian, W F Lupo, Green Sea, C S Soles, Conway R F D No 1. L D Spears, Galivants Ferry, J C Livingston, Wampee, Claud M Hammond, Fair BlufT, W S McCaskill, C mway, B T Hyman, Conway, J Walter Todd, Daisy, A C T G >re, Galivants Ferry, TTT rf 1 I /"! VV Pj tiivruot', ^uuwii^, W Chap Martin, Dongola, J Hamilton Edge, Hand, 0 H Wats n, Vina, Jas P G ime, Daisy, John G Hardee, Loris, Geo E Marlow, Loris, R P D No 2 C C Smith, Stalvey, Thos A Lee, Marlow, Tally Lewis, Ployds T S, N B Allsbtoou, Sauford, L C Stroud, Nichols R P D No 2, W S Dusenburv, Toddville, i A R Holuies, Green r3ea. The Conway Epworth Lear The Conway League . it's regular business meetin ,i the Methodist Parsouage ' - Friday evening, the attendance was very good, and several m.vt'cr. of i?portance was disposed of thoroughly and rapidly bv M ' "Vi'liem ,n ident. One of which was the plan to secure the old Methodist church for the regular meeting place for the societies of the church, and a reading room for the young people of the town. A committee of three was appointed to assist like committers of the other societies iu putting the plans before th* church officials with the view of beginning at once on the work of getting the church in proper condition. Tnere will be a great deal of work to be done on the old church, as it is badly in need of repairs, and some alterations will be needed on the outside to make it convenient. After the regular routine of business was finished the meeting entered into the social features, and every one enjoyed a few minutes chatting with their friends after which the meeting adjourned. Reporter. Lump and Powdered Borax 10c a pound, Conway Drug Company. No 45 SCHOOL BREAKING. Meeting of County School Improvement Association at Loris. Toe public is cordially invited to meet on Fridnv a m 10 o'clock February 14th, 1011 at the Lori* school uou.-e, to witness the closing of the fjjris school and the spring session >f the upper School Improvement Association of If >rry Gjuity. All teachers of the upper part, of Horry County are especially requested tc come and bring or send a f 111 report of school work done in their so orl tips yej r, s nee December 15 h , 11)10. I ah school in the folio w 1 PL' township s will be expected to send a report p*"mi though it has closed. Flo.\ds, Green Sea, Byyboro, Simpson Creek, L:ttte Uiver, G diva tits Ferry Pret ident, m ^ ^ ^ ^ Oak Grove Note3. Editor Herald: I'lease allow me space in your valuable paper for a fe w words as T haven't seen anything from hero in quite a while. The health of the community is very good at this writing Farmers ave preparing to plant n?.r?i hor rroo with t lie hopes that it w 11 be ii success. W F. Rowell is erecting a now duelling which will soon bo completed. Kenneth Suggs and his sister, Miss Kmma, who are attending the high school and who have been on a very I pleasant visit to their parents, Mr land Mrs L 1) Suggs, have returned to their studies at Dothan, N C. Our public school here, which has been under the skillful management of A J Cox, of Michael, came to a close on Saturday, February 4th. Mr Cox taught a very successful term and gave entire satisfaction in every respect. The program for the day was as follows: 1 A base ball game by the boys of this section. 2 Review on arithmet:c and grammar. This was for the purpose of showing the parents what I tiie children hud learned during the term aud they were all \'ell pleased. o Recitation- -Our Sjhool has closed. Ni-edaco Gcrrald. 4 Jesus love4 uie. Coy Unwell. 5 la Search of the King. Roland Rowel'. f> The Two Glasses. Mic-s Nina R )weil.' 7 Our Country. Condie Heuiford. 8 Debate: Resolved, *'T iat there is more enjoyment in a city life than a couutrv life." Affirmative: Miss Cendie Heuiford, Grover Suj??s, Miss Birdie Suoirg. Negative: MBs Nina Rowell, Hallie Prince, Needam Gerrald and Mr A J. Cox the president. The query was dec:ded in favor of the allirmative. At ni^ht we had a pie supper and cake walk which proved to he a success. Tim proceeds will bo used for the benefit of the school. Much success to the Herald and ri 1 _ 1 / < _ i its many reactors. ocnooi unri. Hurrah Boys Editor Herald: ? Please allow mo space in your valuable p\p?r f^r a fe .v wot ds. Health of this community is not i good at presen t. We were very scrry to hear of Mr. Fioyds death. Miss Lillie and Tempie Mhhoe was on our streets recently. Mi SB Bart ha Fulk, of B.sco, is improving now. Mr Lucius Stevens went to Uncle F A II irris on a vis.t recently. J M Tyler was on our streets one day recently. We hope to see him again soon. If this little piece escapes the wests basket will come again. Best wishes to the Herald and its many readers. GjlVer Royal Arch Masons. At a special convocation of Horry Chapter, No. 48, Royal Arch Maoris Thursday evening. February IHh. Toe followitg ofliceis were choseu for the current year: Rev. A.S D>ik, High Friest. H W Lane, King Dr. H. H Burroughs, Scribe. W. K McCord, Secretary. C J. Epps, Treasurer. John Holt, Captain of the H >st. W. L. Bryan, Principal Sojourner. H. C. Lundy, Royal Arch Captain C. P. Q.uutleb rum, Master 1st Vail. $ S. C. Biker, Master 2nd Vail. H. P. Little, Master 3rd Vail. L. HL, Burroughs, Sentinel. Trie author of 41 Flowers from Daisy" neglected to furnish his true name, to the Herald, and this accounts for its non appearance in th- se columns. Correspondents are tgain reminded that the true name >f the author must accompany every article to Insure appearance in these ? columns, not necessary fur publication but for our own protection.