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■ l THE LARGEST Circulation of Any Newspaper in the Fifth Congressional District of S. C. The Ledger SEMI-WEEKLY—PUBLISHED TUESDAY AND FRIDAY. WE GUARANTEE The Reliability of Every Adver tiser Who Uses the Col umns of This Paper. A Newspaper in ail that the Word Implies and Devoted to the Best Interests of the People of Cherokee County. ESTABLISHED FEB. 16. 1894 GAFFNEY. S. C., TUESDAY. JANUARY 5. 1904. S1.00 A YEAH. rHROUGHOUT THE PALMETTO STATE, Items of Interest of Passing Events. THINGS THEATRICAL. ALL OVER THE STATE. KvenU that Have Taken Place from One Kitd of the State to the Other Called from KxchaugcH for Qalck Reading by Scores of BaNy People. The regular annual meeting of tbe South Carolina Good Roads ansocia tion is to be held in Columbia, Fues day. January 19. Mr. F. H. Hyatt, president, is looking for a large at tendance. At the annual meeting of the board o! director* of the York Cotton Mills, Yorkville, held on December 22, Mr. W. I. Witherspoon was elected to membership on the board,vice Mr. E. B. Beard, deceased. The usual divi dend of 4 per cent, was declared. Tbe secretary of State Friday is sued a commission to the Wilson Lumber company, at Salem, to buy, sell and manufacture lumber, cross ties and other products of tbe forest. Capital stock, $75,000. Tbe corpora tors are Thomas Wilson, J. W. Wil- sou and E. R. Wilkinson. Tbe Bank of Central.atCentral, was Chartered Friday to do a general banking business on a capital of $20 - 000. The officers are,president, J. E Morgan; vice president, B J. John son ; cashier, T. B. Morgan: directors, B J. Johnson. J. X. Morgan. C. B. Smith, T. M. Morris, H. B. Bowen, T. B. Morgan, H. C. Shirley, J. B. MoBuise and W. L. Gassoway. Hear Jacksonboro, in tbe lower sec tion of Walterboro county at Jackson- boro ferry, Jno. Small, a colo.ed boy about 18 years old, was drowned Fri day. Tbe boy was hauling lumber in a wagon drawn by an ox. When they approached tbe river,tbe ox being hot and thirsty, instead of going on tbe flat, plunge! headlong into the river, some 20 or30 feet deep with tbe boy lumber and wagon. On Friday night tbe cotton bouse of Mr. F. M. Harrison, of Walnut Grove in Spartanburg county, was de stroyed by fire together with about a bale of cotton “in the seed.’’ In the bouse was stored the household goods of a negro whose family was to oosupy a tenant house on Mr. Harri son’s place this year, which was cot yet vacated. These were destroyed. Tbe oause of the fire is unknown. Tbe attorney general has completed the compilation of tbe criminal statis tics of tbe State, comparing tbe num her of crimes of each succeeding year with the one previous from 1888 to and including 1903. Tbe comparison is not encouraging. The crime of murder shows an awful record, there being 222 cases of manslaughter re ported for 1903. This record was ex ceeded in 1897 when there were 225. In 1900 there was the seme number. At 3 o’clock Saturday morning tbe store and stock of S. T. Dagnall, his residence and the residences of Mrs. Emmie Russell and Thos. Rountree, all located near tbe Laurens cotton mills in Laurens were wiped out by fire. The fire broke out in the store, a frame building us were the other houses and spread so rapidly several of tbe occupants of the upper sleep ing apartment had narrow escapes with tbeir lives, being driven to the streets barefooted 'and undressed. John E. Vernon, sheriff, of Spar tanburg, and a man of sterling char acter, died Sunday morning at 4 o’clock Tbe end came peacefully and without any evidence of suffering. Mr. Vernon was surrounded in bis last moments by bis friends, who for several days have momentarily ex pected bis death, as be bad been des perately ill for some time. Mr. Ver non was for a number of years chief of police and in that capacity was a most faithful and efficient officer. Tbe State railroad commission bas been endeavoring to secure better freight service on the Preguai branch of tbe Southern rai'way. The chair man of tbe commission has received a letter from General Superintendant Royal, whose headquarters are in Wilmington, in regard to the matter. Tbe communication states that on January 10 there will be a change of schedule on the liae0n question, when it is the hope of the company to have the desired improvements brought about. State Constable Hughes of Charles ton, was recently suspended by Chief Hammet and tbe suspension bas been made permanent. Hughes was charg ed with being drunk and threatening to shoot a policeman. The matter was promptly reported by Chief Holmes of Charleston, who suspen ded Hughes. His actiouj#as approved and Hughes has been discharged Gov. Heyward will not tolerate any thing of the kind on the part of con stables, he declares, and as soon as tbe facts were brought to his atten tion tbe action mentioned was taken. Soiuetlilue et IntereBt to all Amaaemeut Lovers, It this age of theatrical productions plays are as numerous as the autumn leaves. Some of them are happily designated, others not. To the for mer class belongs “Railroad Jack.” Tbe play is always received with deep pleasure by an intelligent assem blage. The story of tbe play is vastly interesting and alternately humorous and pathetic, interspersed with high- class specialties. Tbe moral of “Railroad Jack” is worthy of hearty commendation, that form of sin which subdues the mind and tbe pity which melts the heart, contributes to elevate the moral and spiritual tone of mankind, is depicted in the comedy drama, which promises to be inter preted by an evenly balanced cast, and every indication is given that tbe play will be well received on its pre sentation at tbe Star Theatre next Thursday night by the new “Railroad Jack” Co. The organization carries an enor mous black maned South A frican man eating lion, the most ferocious as well as the king of beasts. “Duke,” as he is called, occupies one of the most important parts during tbe action of the play. A large sum of money is paid to use tbe blood thirsty animal to devour a young lady who is heir to a large fortune of which she is kept in ignorance, by the villain, who plans her destruction, that he r. y gain possession of it. To« lady is rsst into the lion’s cage in full view of tbe audience and is rescued from under the lion’s paw by a tramp, who was in tbe past a lion tamer, and at one time was the trainer of Duke. Tbe tramp happens on the scene just as the large beast makes bis mad leap which means death and destruction to tbe heiress, but at the sound of tbe tramp’s voice, he becomes as mild and docile as a lamb. This is conceded to be one of the most realistic scenes ever offered the American public. NEWS OF THE WEEK IN LOWER CHEROKEE From Our Correspondent at Etta Jane. Woald Not Advertise. lOassell’s.l Once upon a time a donkey fell in to a deep hole,and after nearly starv ing caught sight of a passing fox and implored the stranger to help him out. “lam too small to aid you.” said the fox, “but I will give you some ad vice. Only a few rods away is a big. strong elephant. Call to him and he will get you out in a jiffy.” After the fox had gone the donkey thus reasoned: “I am very weak from want of nourishment. Every move I make is just so much addi tional loss of strength. If I raise my voice to call the elephant I shall be weaker yet. No, I will not waste my substance that way. It is tbe duty of the elephant to some without call ing.” 8o the donkey settled himself back and evidently starved to death. Long afterward the fox on passing the hole saw within a whitened skele ton and remarked: ' If it be that the souls of animals are transmigrated into man thatjdon- key will become one of those who can never afford to advbrtise,” A Oreat Uay for tbe HaiitUU. IB iptlst Courier,! Our friends of the First Baptist church of Gaffney had a great time last Sunday on the occasion of the dedication of their beautiful house of worship. It must have been a happy occasion for brethren Robertson, Cree and Sims, especially. It is seldom that the pastor-elect, the retiring pas tor and his immediate predecessor are permitted to meet in the same pulpit under conditions so inspiring and auspicious. We heartily con gratulate the First church and breth ren Robertson, Cree and Sims. Oreetluga to Dr. Himit. [Baptist Courier.] To Dr. A. M. Sims, the new pastor of tbe First church of Gaffney, we ex tend cordial and fraternal greetings. He comes to a noble church and he will be a splendid acquisition to the ministry of the Baptists of;South Car olina He has many friends in this State who have known him for years and who are delighted that he is to be one of us. Rydales Stomach Tablet*. Rydales Stomach Tablets are made for tbe Stomach and organs of assim ilation and are not ibtended for a “cure all.” They contain conceotra- ted asepiic, Pepsin, Pure Panoreatin 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 (lucid muscles of the walls of the stomach and other digestive organs. Rydale’s Stomach Tablets are a perfect stomach medi cine, t'»ey relieve at once and soon cure the worst forms of stomach trouble. Price 25 and 50cts a box. Gaffney Drug Co. —After you have tried Nature’s Cough Remedy you will take no fit her. 50c a bottle. The Gaffney Drug Co. Interesting Paragraph* and Recent Hap pening* in Lower Section of tbe County Gathered Up by Oar Regular Correspon dent for Benefit of Ledger Reader*. (Correspondence of The Ledger.) Etta Jane, Jan. 1.—The Misses Lowery, of Wilkinsville, went to Hickory Grove this a. m. to meet some of their relatives who are com ing up from Yorkville to speed a few days with them. The committee having tbe work in charge are pushing the building of the new (Union) church near the old Mount Mariah site. This church, we understand, will be called Rebobotb. Mr. John A. Hames, the treasurer, will be glad to get the contributions in hand so as to meet the bills com ing in. This h a commendable work and we hope our people will show tbeir appreciation of it, by coming up to the help of the committee. The small amounts paid by each one will hurt nobody, but the aggregate sums will greatly help the committee who have been dilligent during the holidays pushing on the work. We will be glad to publish a list of the names and contributions as soon as tbe work is finished. Our friend, Mr. Gaston Littlejohn, gave us a correct answer to our last problem—A. got $127, B. $142$ and O. $54 Making an aggregate ol $324 Mr. and Mrs. R. J. Kirby gave the young folks a singing last night at tbeir home. We understand that the sand in the river at Skull Shoals prevents the running of the flat at that p!ace, which has been put in by the coun ties. Mrs. Lizzie Mitchell and her chil dren came over to spend part of the holidays with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. John A. M. Estes. Wagons are busy hauling cotton seed from the York s<de of Broad river to the Wilkinsville oil mill which is now in operation. Mr. Bascomb Osment, of Arkansas, who is on a visit to friends and rel atives in tnis county, will start home ward on the 20th inst., if nothing happen. One of our dear Ledger readers in writing, closes her letter with the fol lowing touching lines: "Think of me in the hour of leisure; Think of mein the hour of care; Think of mo In the hour of pleasure; Think of me In the hour of prayer." One of the most fashionable wed dings ever celebrated in this neigh- borhotd among the colored people, took place near here last Wednesday at 2 o’clok p. m. The contracting parries wore James Smith and Lovicie Edwards, who are members of the host colored families in this county. Rev.Wilkes pronounced the ceremony. A beautiful table was spread, laden with the best of edibles. Those com petent to judge, said it was simply the finest of the season. W e are glad to note the progress our worthy^colored people are making along these lines of advancement. They had good order, we are told, and everything passed off delightfully. Fhe colored people, as a general thing, are making better use of tbeir advantages than many of the whites are doing. They take greater nride in trying to make themselves some body than do those of the whites wiio have lost all their self-respect. Mrs. J. F Wright and daughter, Miss Florence, spent the day with Mrs J. L. S last Thursday. Messrs. Sam Strain and Asa Black- well went to Clifton and Spartanburg this week on business. The youngsters have certainly been putting in full time this Christmas. If all signs are reliable, several wed ding matches have been made, or good opportunities spoiled. Mr. W. T. Osment came down Thursday on business. He is one of our best Broad river farmers. We are glad to note the fraterml feeling existing among the employers and employees of the York cotton mills. This is the kind of work that makes the world happier and better. Also we note with much pleasure that the York police didn’t make a single arrest on account of drunkness during Christmas day. How many more towns of the same size can truthfully say the same thing? Let us hear from you. Mr. Sam and Miss Efhel Strain are visiting friends at Cross Keys, Union county They will return next Mon day. Several hunters came over from the York side of the river and killed a few birds and rabbits during the holidays. Home of them come over too often, so we learn. It s a poor religion that is strongest when Its possessor Is in bad health. I he young people have some pas times most every night somewhere Many a boy will run a reel, a ootii- PERSONALS AND LOCALS. lion, twistificaMnn or “stealing pard- ners” with a 130 pound girl on is arm half of the night at a time d m-xt day not be able to split j s mother at; armful of stove wood riraw a bucket of water. Poor fei) #, he Is an object of pity. Some sage has defined capifal punishment as that of a girl danjing all night in a pair of shoes two num bers too small, and not complaining at it. We are in favor of young peopU enjoying themselves and like to sec them do so But there are extreuus which mark the boundry of pro priety that should be observed. We do not belong to that old “Tom Cat” stripe of folks who think that young people ought to be shut up in some cold, dark dungeon to while away their lives. No, no, not that But we want to help them to enjoy life in such a way as to make it pleasant and happy. Human nature has not changed. It’s just what it always has been and always will be. The successful physician is one who doesn’t claim to cure the fever, but to guide it through its course, helping nature in every possible way to re pair tbe injured health until it has regained its former strength and the patient is set free. So the young mind can by discreet and common sense methods, if taken in time and properly treated, be made to yield to better influences. In the home where parental in fluences have been improperly exer cised, we find refractory children— those who disregard tbe wishes of their parents and trample them un der foot. Those children have not been properly trained in infancy or youth and hence old age will be spent in pondering over misspent opportunities. The wise man watches himself as well as bis children. We have read with much interest Rev. W. T. Derieux's sketch of Capt. John H. Montgomery. With Capt Montgomery and the noble traits of character he possessed, the general public were not fully acquainted. In tellectually tnd morally, he was no common man. His highest aim was to elevate and improve the condition of all who came in contact with him. He was, of course, better known to the world as a successful business man . than a philanthropic, careful, painstaking Christian gentleman, who was always ready with his means to help in any laudable and deserving project. Peace to his ashes. J. L. S. THROUGHOUT THE TAR HEEL STATE. From the Mountains to The Sea. NORTH CAROLINA NEWS Mr. Bntler Entertain*. Hon. T. B Butler entertained a number of his friends at tea on New Year’s evening, and he did it royally. The repast consisted of all tbe deli cate viands of the season which were prepared in a manner to tempt a king. Mrs. Butler assisted Mr. But ler in entertaining his friends in that queenly manner for which her lova ble nature and culture so well fit her It was all in all one of the meet en joyabie functions of the holidays in the city and was enjoyed by all pres ent to a degree only attainable with such hospitable bests Those present were: Messrs. R. S. Lipscomb, Dr. W. P. Hamrick, W. J. Wilkins, H. F. Pridmore, A N. Wood, J. C. Jefferies. H. K Osborne, Harry Gooding, 8. Frank Parrott, Ed. H. DeCamp and A. B. Gaines. Indeed It I*. [Charlotte Chronicle. | The New York Times prints a page of interview with Senators and Rep resentatives in Congress on Presiden tial preferences and prospects All of the North Carolinians seem to think that Gorman is in highest fa vor, “but,” says Congressman Claude Kitchen, “any man who supports the party nominees in the last two national campaigns, will suit me.” Time to drop that sort of talk Condolence for Capt, RIchardMou, [Baptist Courier.] We are sorry to hear of the acci- den that befell Capt. W. H. Richard son, of Gaffney, last week He fell from a tree and sustained serious in juries of the upper thigh and hip Capt, Richardson is one of Gaffney’s most substantial citizens and a prom inent and active member of the First Baptist church. His friends will re gret to hear of this affliction and pray for his recovery. How We Catch a Cold. A cold is sometimes contracted while remaining inactive for a while in an uncomfortable room or a cold draft and by falling to sleep under like conditions. But most colds are caught while sleeping too cold at night. Deep sleep causes sluggish circulation winch renders the syHtem tUHOeptlble to change of temperature. To prevent colds, sleep uf’der plenty of cover. To cure colds use Rydales Elixir, it lessens the severity and shortens the duration of a cold and prevents PneumoniH, BronchitD and Consumption. Gaffney Drug Co. IntereHtliifc Item* Concerning Our Neigh bor* Beyond the Line Which May Frort Entertaining Reading, for Hundred* of Ledger Reader* lu a serious runaway accident in West Raleigh, Friday. Mrs Tail Butler, Mrs J. It. Jeffreys and Mies Fort, of the Greensboro Normal aro Industrial College, were thrown from the carriage. Mrs. Jefferys was se rious!} injured and Miss Fort was hurt in toe face, losing several teeth. W. W. AI verson is still confined in j the Caswell county jail at. Yancey- ville, charged with abducting pretty Annie Yeaman, 15 years old, frrm her nome at Pelham. Many of Al verson’s friends believe turn lo be innocent of the charge, acd if the girl’s story is io be believed he is a very much persecuted man At the annual meeting in Salisbury of the stewards of the Salisbury Dis trict of tbe Yortb Carolina Methodist Conference Friday morning, the salary of Rev. Dr. G. H. Deiwiler, presiding eioer, was fixed at approxi mately $1,4('0, an increase of $100 This represents 11 per cent, of tbe aggregate taiaries of the pastors of the district. The survey for t,he Raleigh A Pam lico Sound Railway is progressing in a very satisfactory manner. The sur veyors are now within 10 miles of Raleigh, going that way from Wiison, which is the starting point, aud going from Wilson eastward, have reached Greenville. It is said that the money is ready for the prompt building of the roid News was received in Winston Fri day of a homicide tu atoke* county Monday afternoon. Sam Lawson was shot twice by Leffie Sisk, from the effects of which he died Tuesday morning. The isbootieg occurred at the warehouse of Kelly Sisk’s dis tillery. near Dellar postoffice, Sisk has not been arrested. The sheriff of Stokes offers a reward of $100 for his capture. A house on North Caldwell street, in Charlotte, occupied by Christian Crusaders, was broken open Thurs day night while the inmates were at tending services in their hall on North College street. The robbers effected an entrance by prizing open a window. Although they broke open several trunks, valises, etc., nothing was taken except two dollars in cash. The police officers have discovered no clue. Thursday was the last of the bar rooms in Raleigh, the dispensary going in Friday. The bar keepers of that city say in two years bar rooms will be voted back, but the anti saloon people say that the dispensary will either be continued, or there will be prohibition. The law limits the profits of the dispensary to 80 per cent, but Manager W. P. Batchelor says the average profit will be about 6G 2 3 per cent. Mention has been made of the fact that there bas been only one lynch ing in North Carolina this year. During the years 1901 and 1902 there were no le^s than eight iynchings, of which three were for murder, three for rape, one for assault with intent to rape and one for poisoning. These Iynchings occurred in tbe counties of Martin, Northampton, Wayne, Moore, Anson, Buncombe and R)wan, two being in the latter county. Mr. George Windle. of Hamlet, committed suicide at the home of bis father in-law, Mr E A. Alley, at 1315 South Tryon street, in Char lotte, Saturday afternoon, by shoot ing himself through tbe right temple with a 38 calibre Smith A Wesson revolver. He shot himself about 2 o’clock and lived for about an hour, dying at 8 o’clock. Mr. Windle went to Charlotte from Hamlet Friday night to visit his wife and three children, who were there for the holi days. He appeared in his usual health and spirits, and no one | dreamed that anything was wrong with him. —You are in no danger of having your prescriptions filled with stale im pure drugs if you take them to The Gaffney Drug Co., where everything is clean and fresh. Lumberton was visited by a disaf- trous fire Wednesday night About 12:20 the Proctor and McLeod build ing was discovered on fire. The Hames got such a headway that The only work the fire company could do was to prevent iho adjoining build ings from burning. The losses are: building loso, $12,000; insurance $5,- 500; Drs. Allen dc CaaMebury, den lists, loss, $1 500; insurance $750 McLean, McLean A McCormick, lawyers, loss $5,0 , Kj; Insurance $2, 2(H). S. B Lewis, merchant, loss. $5,000; insurance $3 000 A Wens- tein merchant, Uk<» $9 000; insurance $5 000. Loss to the Bank of Lumber ton of furniture and fixtures is fully Insured. SHOW AT BLACKSBURG. "Railroad Jack” at th« Hijoa Theatre Fri day Night. The new “Railroad Jack” Com- pany, which will appear at the Bijo* Theatre.comes heralded as one of the best attractions to visit Blacksburg this season. The company carries what is known as the black maned South African lion. During one of I the scenes in the play, in which a ! great tornado blows a circus tent lo pieces, a lady is thrown into the lion’s den and rescued from nnder bis very paws by the tramp. The company carries all the special scenery and mechanical effects. The explosion at Dawson Swllcb and the flight of the midnight express are said to be sensational and realis tic. “Railroad Jack” is enjoying its usual prosperity this season. Th# program contains more musical num bers and high-ciass specialties than any similar organization on the'road. The Manhattan Comedy Four and the Rag Time Trio are very funny. SHORT LOCAL ITEMS. The county board of registration met yesterday. Wm. A. Doggett is building i hand some cottage near his residence on Depot street. This is hard weather for the build ers hut they are pegging away on buildings in almost every quarter of the city. The Clemson boys who have been spending the holidays in the oily with their parents have all gone back to college. W. W. Galloway and family have moved into tbe handsome cottage on Granard street recently occnpied by Mr Moses Wood. Chas. Graham, colored, of Blacks burg, was committed to jail yester day, ebargeo with breaking into Dr. Ramseur’s meat house. Dr. A. M, Sims, pastor of the First Baptist church, and bis family are now comfortably quartered in the First church parsonage. Mr, Thompson Robbs, who lost his barn by fire a w--k two ago, will soon rebuild. He will replace his old wooden barn with a brick one. W. H. Cabiqess and family, form erly of Gaffney, but recently of Glen dale, moved back here last week and are occupying the M. R Sams col- tage. Mr. Lynch, who was so severely hurt some days ago by a blow on the head with a rock thrown by a negro, is recovering. Tho negro is still at large. The warm days of tbe latter part of last week started the wheat that was sowed in November to coming up and Sunday morning gave it a cold recaption. Pension Commissioner M. M. Tate was in his office yesterday and will be there every Saturday in January to receive applications from those who will appear for pensions. The mid week prayer services of the church will be held Wednesday evening at 7:30 and will be conduct ed by Dr. Sims, the pastor. A foil attendance of members and friends is solicited. The Limestone College girls began to return to the college yesterday and will be coming io on every train for a few days till they aare all here again. They are all charming young women and to all Gaffney they feel near and dear like our homefolks. Yesterday was salesday. There was a representative crowd in tbe city, but the day being one of the coldest of the season, it was compos ed mostly of persons who had impera tive business. They attended to it and soon left for tbeir homes. Mr. C. J. Hughes has opened un a big line of staple and fancy groceries in one of the new storerooms of the Webster A Jefferies blojk on Robin son street. Mr. Hughes is a thorough business man and The Ledger wishes him abundant success at his new stand. Mr. Judson McCraw and Miss Ivas Webb were united in wedlock one day last week by Magistrate Asbury Mc- Craw. These young people belong to the worthy yeomanry of Cherokee and The Ledger joins their many frimds in wishing them long life and prosperity. Our old friend Sam <^. Sarratt, who has attended all the big expositions of bis time, all tbe Confederate re unions and visited nearly all the big cities in this country, has just re turned from a visit to the “Land of Flowers.” You bet he had a good time and he will have good stories to tell about it until he takes in new fields on his next trip. Saregnwrd AguInHt Accident, The best safeguard against accident is to use good judgment in directing every act. But, accidents will often occur in spite of every effort to pre vent them. The best safeguard against injury resulting from acci dents is Elliott’s Emulsified Oil Lini ment. It is the most serviceable ac cident and Emergency Liniment ever made and is the most satisfactory Liniment for use in the family and on animals ever offered. Large bottle 25cts. Gaffney Drug Co. ) ..M 1 <3 .1 • iJ i A