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me m l^^4l++++4 M M*4*4*+•l‘♦{•*^•++++++*t•+*}•++•^+++++ +,5 * •>*** By.'.. lABNER i \ } DANIE WILL N. ii HAR.EEN H f 1 ii Author of "XVt.fUrfclt” Copyri^lif, m2, by HAR PER C-l tiR OS.. Who Publish Ihe R ork in Book Form. All R.ii(hts Reserved • • ♦ + I asa :• •• • •• • : •• 'I*v*•: k .^«Br 4U<*.'W ^ Tnih- o’ ha.v. 1’lu.v down, Alf. liny down. You’ve sot u full hand an’ plenty to draw from.” ‘Wo couldn’t lot you do this, liny,” expostulated Alan. “Hut I assure you it Is merely a mat ter of business with me.” declared the lawyer. “You know I'm interested myself, and 1 believe we shall come out all rifiht. I'm simply itching to do it.” Bishop's face was ablaze. The as surance that a wise young business i man would consider a purchase of his of sufficient value to put a large 1 amount of money on pleased him, ban i ished his fears, thrilled him. “If you feel that way,” he said, smil- ! lug at the corners of his mouth, “go i ahead. ! don’t know but what you i are plumb right. It will show Wilson j that we ain’t beholden to him an’ will i set 'lm to work ef anything will.” So it was finally settled, and no one seemed so well pleased with the ar rangement as Miller himself. Adele entered the room with the air of one half fearful of intruding, and her three relatives quietly \ ithdrew, leav ing her to entertain the guest. “I wonder what’s the matter with your brother,” Miller remarked as his eyes followed Alan from the room. “Oh, brother?” laughed Adele. “No one tries to keep up with his whims and fancies.” “But. really,” said Miller in a serious tone, “he has mystified me lately. I wonder if he has had bad news from Dolly. I’ve tried to get Into a confi dential chat with him several times of ' late, but he seems to get around it. Really, it seems to me at times that he treats me rather coldly.” “Oh, if you waste time noticing A1 you’ll become a beggar.” And Adele gave another amused laugh. “Take my advice and let him alone.” “I almost believe you know what ails him,” said Miller, eying her closely. “I know what he thinks ails him.” the girl responded. “And won’t you tell me what—what he thinks ails him?” “No, I couldn’t do that,” answered our young lady, with a knowing smile. CHAPTER XXVII. T was a cold, dry day about the middle of January. They were killing hogs at the farm. Seven or eight negroes, men and women, had gathered from all about in the neighborhood to assist in the work and get the parts of tin 1 meal usually given away in payment for such services. Abner Daniel and old man Bishop were superintending these preparations when Alan came from the house to say that Rayburd Miller had just ridden out to see them on business. “I think it’s the railroad,” Alan informed his father, who always displayed signs of almost childish excitement when the subject came up. They found Miller in the parlor being entertained by Adele, who immediately left the room on their arrival. They all sat down before the cheerful fire. Miller showed certain signs of embarrassment at first, but gradually threw them off and got down to the matter in hand quite with his ofliee manner. ‘T’ve got a proposition to make to you, Mr. Bishop,” he opened up, with a slight flush on his face. “I’ve been making some inquiries about Wilson, and I am more and more convinced that he intends to freeze us out—or you, rather—by holding off till you arc obliged to sell your property for a much lower figure than you now ask him for It.” “You think so?” grunted Bishop, pull ing a long face. “Yes. But what 1 now want to do is to show him indirectly that we are in dependent of him.” “Huh!” ejaculated Bishop, even more dejectedly. “Huh! I say!” Alan was looking at Miller eagerly, as If trying to divine the point he was about to make. “I must confess,” he smiled, “that 1 can’t well see how we can show independence right now.” “Well, I think I see a way,” said Mil ler, the flush stealing over his face again. “You see, there is no doubt that Wilson is on his high horse simply be cause he thinks he could call on you for that $23,000 and put you to some trouble raising it without—without, I say, throwing your land on the market. I can’t blame him.” Miller went on, amiliug, "for it’s only what any busi ness man would do who is out for profit, but we must not knuckle to him." ‘‘Huh, huh!” Bishop grunted in deep er despondency. “How do you propose to get around the knuckling process?” asked Alan, who had caught the depression iuflu encing his parent. “I’d simply take up that note,” said the lawyer. “You know under the con tract we are privileged to pay It to morrow if we wish. It would simply paralyze him. He’s so confident that you can't take it up that he has not even written to ask If you want to re new It or not. Yes, he’s confident that he’ll rake in that security—s« confident that he has been, as you know, secretly buying land near yours.” “But,” exclaimed Alan, “Ray, you know we—father has Invested that money, and thy truth is that he and mother have already had so much wor hy over the business that they would rather let the land go at what was raised on it than to—to run any more risks." Bishop groaned out his approval of this elucidation of his condition and sat silently nodding his head. The very thought of further risks stunned and chilled him. / Miller’s embarrassment now descend ed on him in full force. “I was not thinking of having your father disturb his investments,” he laid.* “The truth is, I have met with a title financial disappointment in a cer tain direction. For the last three months 1 have been raking and scrap ing among the dry bones of my invest meuts to get up exactly $23,000 to se cure a leading interest in a cotton mill at Darley of which I was to be presi dent. I managed to get the money to gether, and only yesterday I learned that the northern capital that was to guarantee the thing was only in the* corner of a fellow’s eye up to Boston— a man that hud not a dollar on earth. Well, there you are! I’ve $23,000 and no place to put it. I thought if you had Just as soon owe me the money as Wil ton that you’d really be doing me a favor to let me take up the note. You see, it would actually floor him. He means business, and this would show him that we are not asking any favors of him. In fact, I have an idea It would scare him out of his skin. He’d think we had another opportunity of selling. I’m dying to do this, and I hope you'll let me work it. Really I think you ought to consent I’d never drive you to the wall and—well—he might." All eyes were on the speaker. Bishop had the dazed expression of a bewil dered man trying to believe in sudden good luck. Abner Daniel lowered his head and shook with low, subdued laughter. “You are a Jim dandy, young man,” he said to Miller. “That’s all there is about it You take the rag off the bush. Oh, my Lord! They say In Alt’s meeting house that It’s a sin to play poker with no stakes, but Alfs In a game with half the earth put up tglil another feller’s wad as big as a Tin* Mativ*** Mini ScriinloN. There is an amusing story told about an old time south sea trader. He had been in the habit of carrying all sorts of tinned meats, which the natives bought with avidity. Each tin was branded with a colored picture—a cow for beef, a sheep for mutton and a fish for sardines. It happened that the firm who fur nished the mutton thought it a good plan to change their lul>e!s. that their goods might be more easily distinguish- j od front others. The mark chosen was a red dragon. The natives came with their copra to trade .as usual. The new tins were shown them, but they recoiled with hor ror and gave the trader to understand that they had had some religious in struction and were not to be deluded into eating tinned devil. The trader was forced to eat his stock of mutton himself, for not a na tive could be persuaded to touch the accursed thing. Men and Women whoaroin need of the best medical treat ment should not fail to consult !)r. Hatha way at once, a-< he l-i reuogntzeh as the leading and most suc cessful s peel a 11st. You are safe in placing your ca-<o in lus hands, as he is the longest established and has the lest rep illation. He cures where others fail; there is no patchwork or exiierimeating in his treatment I’er- -sonal attention by Dr : Hathaway, abo’spe eial counsel from his associate physicians , when necessary, which no other office ha- If you can not call, write for free booklets and | question blanks. Mention your trouble. Ev erything strictly confidential I. Kewtoa Hathaway, M.D. Ii iiiliiun Kidg. -U M /j S. Broad St. Atlanta. Via Ho For Christmas! DR. HATHAWAY. % SPECIAL PRICES -ON- Cakes, Apples, Oranges, Raisins, Nuts and Candies FOR THIS WEEK ONLY — at- FINCKEN’S STORE Tlie Host of Three! After ;i criminal case In which Sir | Frank Lockwood had secured an ac quittal for the prisoners. Lord Bramp ton. then Sir Henry Hawkins, privately congratulated him on the excellent way in which he had conducted the cas and remarked especially on the alib j that had boon established. “Yes,” was the characteristic reply, “I thought it NUTS, RAISINS, MALAGA GRAPES, Don’t worry about where you shall buy \ vour Fruits and fopfi i-ilonc ri* s for tl'< ' ilbrlstmastlni*-, but COHE STRAIGHT TO j Da—our line is complete and of the choicest j varieties. CANDIES OF ALL KINDS, | ORANGES, APPLES, BANANAS, was pretty good—anyhow, the best of the three I had offered to mei"—Golden Penny. Metier than a 1'lanter. A piece of flannel dampened with | Phsmberlain’s Pain Balm and bound on the affected parts, is better than a plaster for a lame back and for pains in the side or chest. Pain Balm has ; no superior as a liniment for the re- < lief of de p seattd. muscular and ! rheumatic pains. For sale by Cher okee Drug Company ; L. I). Allison, Cowpens, S. C. Republicans are urging the Presi dent not. to ask retirement of Perry S. Heath as secretary of the National Republican Committee, as they sa\ this would be unwise. FIGS, CAKES, COCOANUTS, ETC. All fresh, svv'-et and luscious. A select line of FLAVORING EXTRACTs for yout Christ mas Cakes. Come and see what w< have got for you. HAMLIN & RADFCRO. The Lone Ntar.State. Down in Texas at Yoakum, is a big dry goods firm of which Mr. J. M. Haller is the head Mr. Haller on j one of his trips East to buy goods said to a friend who was with him in J the palace car, “Here, take one of these Little Early Risers upon retir- | ing and you will be up early in the .morning feeling good.” For the “dark brown” taste, headache and that logy feeling DeWitt’s Little Early Risers are the best pilis to use. Sold by Cherokee Drug Co. Look Out for Old Man Mancss. He is cotning and don’t you forget it. Wean in i he swim—come swim with us. .iust let u* till you good ladies, what we have got to eat: Fresh Pork, Picnic. Armour and Gold Brand Hams. Dried Beef. Bologna anti all other kinds of Sausage, pun* Pork Saus .g» when called for. Hogshead cheese, pressed pig’s Feet, Sliced Ham. tresh Fish every day in the week, and Bee' to beat the world, cut I just to suit you. Wealsocarry a full ilneot Heavy nd Fancy Groce-ies; Ftuits and | Vegetables of till kinds, oysters most any ! (lay you want them. Don’t forget the place I Just call telephone No. 23 and the old man I Maness will answer quick and deliver goods promptly. We want one thousand dozen I Fggs at once; also green Hides VVil pay the highest price, cash Don’t forgot, the old man Maness. next door hi I. M. Peeler and Carroll Carpenter & Bwrs’Grocery store. The old I ellable meat cutter, W. J. MANESS, Proprietor. From Gfime to Cleanliness A Russian squadron, it was stated, has been sent to Chemulpo, Korea, to prevent Korea from opening the port of Yongampho ■■■ ■ Kyttales Stomach Tablets. Rydales Stomach Tablets are made j for the Stomach and organs of assim ilation and are not intended''for a ! “cure all.” They contain concentra ted aseplic, Pepsin, Pure Pancreatin and other digestive agents. They contain powerful tonics and mild stimulants that have a specific effect on the stomach and organs of assim- ulation and which aid nature in ^ reconstructing the broken down cells and strengthening the flacid muscles of’the walls of the stomach and other digestive organs. Rydale’s,Stomach Tablets are a perfect stomach medi I cihe, t’.ey relieve at once and soon ^ cure the worst forms of stomach j trouble. Price 25 and 50cts a box. Gaffney Drug Co. A Columbian army of 1 100 was re ported marching on Panama, and that the United States was preparing to for regular renovation, resist the advance. is a sure transition for your linens and other garments that require water, soap and muscle to get them back to their normal condition. Knowledge, skill, care and attention on our part do the business, and our price list is anything but formidable. It will repay you well to bring your washable garments to us Your orders asked. J* FOR 30 DAYS WE WILL SELL Mules, Horses, Buggies, Harness, Extra Shafts, Wagons, Poles, Lap Robes and all kinds of the Best Groceries at prices that will astonish the buying public. The Finest Line of Table Silverware in Town. We defy competition and invite your patronage. ,J. O. I^ipscomt> & Co. To All in Gaffney City, and in Cherokee County, A Merry Christmas. Merchants & Planters Bank. Christmas is Almost Here We have many things that will make useful presents, such as Rocking Chairs, Morris Chairs, Dressing Tables, Dining and Center Tables, Book Cases, Combination Cases, ChifTonieres, Music Cabinets, Sideboards, Hatracks, Wardrobes, Couches, Red Lounges—the prettiest assortment of Lamps in Gaffney. Big stock of beautiful Rugs just received. Pic tures, Mirrors, Clocks, Vases and many other pretty and useful things. Yours truly, The Acme Furniture Co. “Ah," nhe mid seriously, "if you could only do itl” “If you are ever uuy wiser on the sub ject, you will have to get your wisdom from him." She turned to the piano and began to arrange some scattered pieces of music, ami he remained on the hearth, his back to the fire, his brow wrinkled in pleased perplexity. “I’ll have to get my wisdom from him.” repeated Miller, pronouncing each word with separate distinctness, as if one of them might prove the key to the mystery. “Yes, I should think two wise men could settle a little thing like that. If not. you may call In the third—you know there were three of you, accord lug to the Bible.” “Oh, so there were,” smiled Miller; “but it’s hard to tell when we three shall meet again. The last time I saw the other two they were having their sandals half soled for a tramp across the desert. 1 came this way to build a railroad, and I believe I’m going to do It. That’s linking ancient and modern times together with a coupling pin. Isn’t It?” She came from the piano and stood by him, looking down into the fire. “Ah,” she said seriously, “If you could only do It!” “Would you like It very much?” "Very, very muctv It means the world to us—to Alan, to father and mother and—yes, to me. I hunger for Independence." “Then It shall be done,” he said ter vently. One Hundred Dollam a Box is the value of H. A. Tisdale, Sum- merton, 8. C., places on DeWitt’s Vitch Hazel Salve. He says: “I had the piles for 20 years. I tried many doctors and medicines, but all failed except DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve. It cared me.” It is a combination of ; the healing properties of vVitch Hazel with antiseptics and emollients; re lieves and permanently cures blind, bleeding, itcblng and protruding piles, sores, cuts, bruises, eczema, salt rheum and all skin diseases. Sold by Cherokee Drug Co. Pearl Steam Laundry Phone 122. Gaffney, S.C. ! W KI >IV Y I. W. RICHARDSON. Many members of the republican National Committee have arrived in Washitgton to attend the meeting of their committee. CouclM, Coldn and Conntlpatlon. Few people realize when taking cough medicines other than Foley’s Honey and Tar, that they contain opiates which are constipating be sides being unsafe, particularly for children. Foley’s Honey and Tar con tains no opiates, is safe and sure and will not constipate. This story will be] continued next Friday’s Isone. In Subscribe for The Ledger, only f In' his annual report General Gilles pie, Chief of Engineers, discusses riv er and harbor improvements in Mary land. Don’t be imposed upon by taking substitutes offered for Foley’s Honey and Tar. The torpedo-boat flotilla will be conveyed from K*»y West to Manila by tbs cruiser Bi fftlo. Foley’s Honey and Tar positively cures all throat and lung diseases. Refuse substitutes. I F0LEYSH0NEYHCAR j stops tlx* cou£H wimI Hwals lung* BANNER SALVE ths most hsaling sslvs In ths world. Cure a Cold in One Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablet*. nonth*. This signature. Taka Seven MUfion hoses sold In post Curse Crip fa Two Days. on every box. 25c.