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*4 m •>iT .^i V v v : *aS ?<*■ I 7 -#• r • \ \ " v "r' ■ ■' THE LEDGER Tuesday and Friday, *d. H. DeCamp, Editor and Publisher, J. Brian Bell, News Editor. The Ledrer Is not responsible for ♦he views o/ correspondents. JUSTICE TO MR, LYON. In view of the universal comment in this Statp induced by the threats of Commissioner Black to shoot Mr. Fra zier Lyon, of the dispensary investi-! Katins committee, because the latter! is really* investiKatir^ the workings of that Institution, anything relating to Mr. Lyon is interesting reading. If; we mistake not Mr. Lyon is from Ab beville county. Tim Press and Banner, published in Abbeville, is an advocate of the dispensary, therefore what it say? concerning Investigator Lyon cannot be termed as being prejudiced in his favor. The Press and Banner says: Mr. Lyon has been zealous In dis charging his duty. Such is his nature. Those who know him well, know that his purpose to to be fair. No man at home bears a better reputation for integrity. It is manifestly unjust to censure Mr. Lyon for the faithful per formance of a duty laid on him by the people through the Legislature. He has discharged and is discharging a public duty so faithfully that he de serves the well done of all the people. His work is doubly deserving because of its laborious and disagreeable feat ures. We believe this is truly and well said. Mr. Lyon's course all through this matter has been such as to com mend him to those who believe in honesty and fair play. The duty must bp painful and unpleasant, but he has been entrusted with the work and it is his duty to do it the best he can. W e do not know this man Black, but whoever he may be we do not hesi tate to say that if his character is pure and spotless he need fear no in vestigating committee on earth or in heaven. He strikes us. however, as having been very imprudent when he attacks a public officer for discharg ing his duty. Certain it is that he has b- this act alone laid himself open to suspicion. May we ask this question? If Mr. Black’s official life is pure what reason has he to object to it being in vestigated? Rather, if it be pure and there be any suspicion resting upon it that it be investigated and the sus picion eradicated. NOTES AND COMMENTS. The thanks of the people of the city are due the mayor and council for beautifying the park. It does one’s heart good to see the nurses and children enjoying themselves in this beautiful spot. * • • Dr. E. P. Davis, of Greenville, who win deliver the anauai address to the public schools of the city in the Star Theatre today at 10 o’clock, is one of the ablest men in the South. Those who tail to hear him will miss an in tellectual treat. * * * J do not say it with the idea of flattery, but In all sincerity, that there is ro grander and nobler calling than that of teaching, provided, of course, the teaching is along proper lines. And yet it is a sad commentary that the compensation for such work is 5b very small that few really competent versons care to engage in it. We are advocates of more teaching and bet ter teachicng, and better pay for the teachicng. * * * t We would not overlook the work of Prof. R.*C. Campbell, the principal of the colored graded schocol. The ne gro is an apt scholar. He loves to learn and Prof. Campbell is doing his ^art to elevate and uplift the race. But Prof. Campbell is no hifalutin ne gro. He possesses common sense, is a worker and believes in making ev erybody about him work. A story is told of him which illustrates his com mon sense. Several years ago there was considerable uneasiness in Gaff ney concerning the small pox. The au thorities advised vaccination and Anal ly made it compulsory. The darkies all dreaded the idea of being vaccinat ed and many refused. Prof. Campbell had difficulty in getting his scholars to obey the order. Finally he made arrangements with a doctor to come to the school house on a certain day and to bring along a liberal supply of points. Just before the hour to dis miss the school arrived the Professor sent a boy around to close up the win dows and make them fast and then he had the doors locked and in a few minutes the doctor arrived. In about a week there were more little darkies with sore arms than ever before at one time in the history of Gaffney. One old disgruntled black mammy went to the Professor to remonstrate with him for his high-handed methods and. it is said, he sent for a nollce- man and had her vaccinated also. Professor Campbell is all to the good. OUR WILKINSVILLE LETTER. On account of the commencement at Limestone College and the closing of the graded schools of the city, a large number of visitors have been with us this week. Gaffney throws wide her portals on these occasions, and we wish they would come pftener. * * *' If there are any skeptics in. regard to the value of real estate in Chero kee county let them examine the rec ords and see the considerations named in some of the recent transact ions on the records in the clerk’s of fice. It will cause the “doubting Thomases’’ to open their eyes. « • • The new depot is nearing complet ion. and when finished will be a cred it to the Southern Railway and to th'e citv. The grounds are being beauti fied and improved. We were a long time getting the building, but it really looks as if the railroad people are trying to make amends for their long delay. • • • We invite you to read the address of Prof. James Howard Gore, B. S., Ph. D., delivered at Limestone College Wednesday evening, which is print ed in full in this issue. We not only invite you to read it but we beg that you study it. If you will heed the les son taught therein you cannot help but be a better man or woman for so doing. Again the people of Gaffney are indebted to Dr. Lodge for bring ing such a learned scholar into our midst. • * • \ This has been a great week with the educational interests of Gaffney. Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday have been distinctively Limestone days. This morning the closing exer cises of the city graded schools take place in the Star Theatre. The schol astic year with both schools has been gratifyingly successful to both teach er and pupil, and now that vacation time has come they are entitled to a rest. We trust they may enjoy the respite from labor and that when the vacation is over that they will resume their labors with renewed zeal. We Ravenna Reading. Ravenna, May 28.—Miss Lillie May Goforth, one of our popular young la dies, is spending a few days in GalT- nev visiting her relatives and friends. Mrs. C. E. Kitchens has returned from a pleasant trip to Spartanburg where shp visited her son. Mr. J. T. Kitchens. Mrs. Charles Smith, of Goucher, was a visitor in the teacher’s meeting wfcich met here last Friday evening. Sheriff W. W. Thomas, of Gaffney, was an appreciated visitor here last Wednesday. He was carrying a boy he had arrested at White Plains to Gaffney to lodge him in jail for marrying a very young girl whose parents had him arrested. Mr. W, C. Goforth, of Pacolet. spent last Saturday here with his parents. Mr. and Mrs. K. R. Goforth. Mrs. Carrie Burgess is spending a week at Pacolet with her daughter, Mrs. J. C. Brown, who is quite sick, but not serious, we are glad ki say. Mr. B. F. Brown went down to Buf falo last Saturday to play a game of ball with the Pacolet teanr. but on ac count of a wreck did not get back un til Sunday evening. Mr. J. C. Bostic made a business trip to Spartanburg last Tuesday. What has become of “Blue Eyes?’’ Will not Mr. “J. L. S.” answer this question for us? Goucher has decided to have chil drens’ day, and as the programs have arrived, practicing will begin at once. It seems the date has not yet been settled on. but your correspondent will report later the date, with per haps the program. We expect a big time, for Goucher is well noted for her “big times.” big dinners and ex cellent people. Our farmers who have been hold ing their cotton for higher prices, have been selling part of it. as it seems likely to continue o decline in price. Owing to the rain Sunday evening, our Sunday school was entirely dis banded. Several of the boys called on some of the young ladies Sunday evening and had a very pleasant time. “Uncle Dock” Shippy, a highly re spected colored man, died here last Saturday and was buried at Knuckle’s Chappel Sunday afternoon, where a large crowd of relatives and friends met to pay their last respects to him. “Uncle Dock” was over eighty years old. and leaves a wife, forty-four children and 107 grand and great- grand children,who mourn his death He was known by some as “Big Dock,’ but he was a type of the color ed race which is far superior to many of his race of the present date. He had many friends among the white people, as well as being a model for his race. Rev. Bates conducted the funeral exercises, after which the remains were lowered to their last resting place. Farmers are somewhat backward now, and General Green seems to be marching his armv to the front, but as soon as Old Sol gets his work into shape, we’ll be ready for the battle. C The “Sage of Etta Jane” Write* In terestingly of Lower Cherokee. Wilkinsville, May 28.—Rev. R. T. Liston preached at Salem yesterday to a large congregation in the morn ing from Psalm 97:1. “The Lord reigneth; let the earth rejoice.” The afternoon service was not so well at tended while he preached a very able sermon from the Beatitudes, Matthew 5:3-11. Part of the church session, and many of the members are seriously considering the propriety of having two services, and the consequence may be the discontinuance of one of them. Which, for obious reasons we think would be eminently proper. In connection with the morning ser vice. and as part of it. Mr. and Mrs. John J. Robinson were received by letter from the Hickory Grove church. Mrs. Mildred McDaniel was dismissed by letter to join the Hickory Grove A. R. Presbyterian church. Messrs. Jno. J. Robinson and Martin Mitchell were elected deacons, and Sam J. Strain and J. W. Smarr were ordained elders of Salem church. The newly elected deacons will be installed at the next meeting—fourth Sabbath in June. Rev. Mr. Liston is making many frierr’s amongst the people of lower Cherokee und Western York, and if nre«ent appearances are not mislead ing. he will be able to do a good work here—not only for his own but for other churches. Mr. and Mrs. H. B. McDaniel and children, of Hickory Grove, came over on a visit Saturday and attended preaching at Salem yesterday. The Mount Vernon Sunday school had a picnic last Saturday and a large congregation attended. They had a nice time, so we understand. Mr. and Mrs. Billy Brewington, (one of our newly married couple) attended preaching at Salem yesterday. Their friends were glad to meet and con gratulate them. Dr. Chess Leech, who has been treating Mr. W. G. Fowler during his nresent sickness, says the fever is broken and he thinks the patient is in a fair way to recovery. Mr. Joe Mitchell was reported much better yesterday, though he is still seriously ill. Mr. J. T. Bigham, of Sharon, is spending a few days with his daugh ter. Mrs. T. J. Estes, and faimly. Miss Grace Whisonant. who has been teaching at Kershaw, returned to her home at Wilkinsville last week to spend her vacation. Miss Fay Whisonant. a pupil, and Miss Mary McCullough, who has been teaching at Linwood High School, will come home this week to spend vacation with their parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Whisonant. at Wilkins ville. Mr. Sam J. Strain is planting peas this a. m. A large crop of them will be sown now that the ground is in good order. In reporting the proceedings of Miss Clara Flemming’s school the types made us say Wilkinsville instead of Wilkerson school house. Mr. John McKown, of Smith’s Ford, is suffering with rheumatism with which he has been afflicted since the 15th of last December. He travels with great pain now. Messrs. Garner, Goforth & Com pany have got the Thomson mill to running again. Mr. James G. Garner and Mr. F. A. Goforth went to Gaffney today on business. Mrs. J. L. S. is getting her first mess qf Irish potatoes this a. m. She would not tackle them during the dry spell of weather. Mrs. Jessie Blackwell is spending today with her sister. Miss Ethel Strain. Mr. Jeff Estes spent last night with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. A. M. Es tes. The rain yesterday caught the peo ple returning from meeting and some got good wet. Misses Bessie Moorebead and Lot tie Inman were at Salem yesterday. Mr. Sam Strain entertained a few of bis friends last Saturday night witfi m cream which he is an expert maker of. Mrs. Henry W. Thomson, of Spartan burg, who is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Dock Howell, of Hopewell, .was among her friends at Salem yes terday. We notice that our over-the-river neighbors about Blacksburg and vici nity, expect to offer candidates for the various offices to be filled during the coming primary election. That is right, Cherokee township has not had its full quota of the offices and every thing being equal in the men, we think they should have a showing and believe they will get it. Bring out your men gentlemen,.and your rights will be considered by the voters on this side of the river—no doubt of that. We know you have as good men as are in the county (or the State for that matter) and we are not sel fish by any means. If he is not mistaken your corres pondent was one of the first (if not the first) to suggest that the county build a bridge across Broad river for your convenience in getting to your county seat to pay yours taxes and perform other duties imposed upon you as its lawful citizens. We have no fight against Gaffney or its citizens, for sonip of the best friends we have live within that town. But we do think when everything is equal the remote sections of the coun tv should be represented among the office-holding fraternity. We are not one of those envious creatures who think Gaffney wants everything wheth er it belongs to it or not, for such is not the case in our judgment. A man in this county who is in the race for an office this season, at one time bantered Ben McCullough to eat oysters with the understanding that if he didn’t eat the most he would pay for the “set up.” If he did, Mr. Mc Cullough was to pay for it. He finally backed out. Mr. McCullough says if he will come up and carry out his pro position he will doubtless make a bet ter race, and if he don’t, he will at least get all the oysters he wants to eat at one time. Mr. McCullough says for him to name the time and place and he will be on hand to carry out his part of the agreement. In a few days with warm sunshine and good health the farmers will be in good shape again. They will have but little of the Mav grass to contend with this year and cotton is already chopped to a stand. The plows can do most of the work now. A colored man, Mace Lee^h. got his house and most of his funiture burned last Friday night. He lived on Esn. George C. Leech’s place near Hickory Grove. The fruit crop will not be so boun tiful as at one time we thought it would. The cold weather lately did some damage to it. A young man of this section lost his girl last week. She married the other fellow. Some one has proposed to take a vote for the most popular young lady of Cherokee county. Bring out your candidates, we are ready to vote. If we haven’t a system of wireless telegraphy we have what answers about the same purpose. Mr. F. A. Goforth has the finest field of wheat we have seen this season. Mr. W. C. Kirby, one of our best farmers, is harrowing his corn. His land and crob shows the effect of good> sensible farming. A lot of the Gilky creek bottoms will have to be planted over. The corn has rotted in the ground. The welcome rain came last Satur day evening and everything looks much revived this a. m. Farmers were never in better shape for it. In some sections we learn that the rain was quite heavy and washed the ground badly. Mr. Lowery Webber was with his best girl Sunday. We understand that the lands up »fhe creek about Mr. Tom Wood’s was terribly washed by the rain last Sat urday. J. L. S. Salem Church Notes. Messrs. James Smarr and Samuel Strain were ordained and installed as elders of Salem church last Monday. Mr. .1. J. J. Robinson an dMr. Mar tin Mitchell were elected to the office of deacons. Mr. J. J. J. Robinson and wife were received by letter from the Hickory Grove church. HONOR TO PROF. GRIFFITH. The Griffith Literary Society Present ed With HI* Portrait. The exercises at Limestone College on Monday evening were peculiarly impressive, the occa ion being the presentation of a Handsomely finished painting of Prof. H. P. Griffith, the senior professor of the college, to the Griffith Literary Society at their an imal public meeting. The beautiful portrait was the work of Miss Lans- dell. the head of the art department of the college, and was the subject of many complimentary references. The presentation was mane bv Dr. Lodge in behalf of the f’ollege, and in glow ing and elegant speech he met the re- nulraments of the occasion. His lov ing references to the distinguished professor brought forth frequent ap plause from the immense audience, who were clearly as much In love with the grand old man, who has don^ so much for Limestone and Gaffney, as the earnest speaker. Dr. Lodge paid glowing tribute to Professor Grif fith, referring to his extended labors in behalf of Limestone, which have been faithful and continuous for over twenty-five years. Prof. Griffith took charge of the institution just after the great struggle between the States and brought it steadily and surely from the spirit of lethargy into which it had been forced to the glorious suc cess it now achieves. The painting was unveiled by Masters H. P. and Torn Griffith, little gnand-sbns of the venerable educator, and when the loved features burst into view the au dience gave vent to long and continu ous applause, relieving their pent-up feelings which had reached a high point during the exercises and the beautiful talk presenting the appre ciated gift. For House of Representative*. I hereby announce myself a candi date for the House of Representative, subject to the rules of the Democratic primary. K. O. Huskey. For Clerk. 1 horeb/ announce myself a candi date for Clerk of Court, of Cherokeo county subject to the results of the Democratic primary. M. A. SarratL I am a candidate for Clerk of Court of Cherokee county, subject to the Democratic orlmary. Z. A. Robertson. With the consciousness of having nerformed the duties of the office of Clerk of Court In a faltdiful, efflclant and economical manner, for the best interests of the countv and to ttm sat isfaction of the public, and cn th« rec ord I have made as to merit and fit ness. 1 solicit the supnort of all the 1 vote: of the county, for re-election in the ensuing Democratic primsry. Respectfully, J. Eb. Jefferies. Marriages, Two. Sunday morning at 8.30 o’clock, Mr. G. E. Broom and Miss Hettie Laven der were united in wedlock by Rev. E. G. Ross. The young couple are residents of the Limestone mil} sec tion and have a large circle of friends who wish for them long life and pros perity. Sunday evening at 8 o’clock Rev. Mr. Ross waft again called upon to pronounce the marriage vows, the youn- couple in this instance being Mr. Clifford Teaeme and Miss Liilie Siiencer. This young couple also hails from the Limestone mill sec tion and enjoy a wide circle of ac quaintances, who wish them well in their new sphere. CONTINUE Those who are gaining flesh and strength by regular treat ment with Scott’s Emulsion should continue the treatment In hot weather; smaller dose and a little cool milk with It will do away with any objection which is attached to fatty pro ducts during the heated season. Send for free sample. SCOTT & BOWNE, Chemists, 409-415 Pearl Street, New York. 50c. and $1.00; all druggists. To Beautify Your Complexion IN TUN DATS, CSS MADINOLA THE UNEQUALED BEAUTIFIER. Formerly advertised and sold as Satiaola.) I announce myself a candidal for Clerk of Court for Cherokee county, subject to the action of the Democrat ic primary. J. C. Hollis. Fop Probate Judge. I am a candidate for Probate Judge of Cherokee county, subject to the rules of the Democratic primary. G. W. Speer. Thanking the voters of the county for their confidence reposed in me in the past, and feeling better qualified by experience in the office to dis charge the duties thereof. I hereby announce myself a candidate for re- election to the office of Probate Judge for Cherokee county, subject, however, to the rules of the Democrat ic primary election. J. E. Webster. I announce myself a candidate for the office of Probate Judge of Chero kee county, subject to the rules of the Democratic primary. Will D. Thomas. For Coroner. I hereby announce myself a '•amli- date for re-election to the office of Coroner, subject to the action of the Democratic primary. J. S. Vinesett. I hereby announce myself a candi date for Coroner, subject to the rules of the Democratic primary. J. O. Tate. For Supervisor. Z hereby announce myself a candi date for Countv Supervisor subject to rules of the Democratic primary. E, Felix Lipscomb. The friends of J. V. Whelchel, rec ognizing the valuable services ren dered b" him while supervisor of Cherokee county, hereby announce him as a candidate for that office, snb- Je»* to the rules of the Democratic pnmary. 1 am a candidate for re-election to the office of County Supervisor, sub ject to the rules of the Democratic primary. . Wm. Phillips. | For Auditor. I hereby announce myself as a can didate for Auditor of Cherokee county, and will abide by the result of the Democratic primary. ' D. Both Hughes. An Alarming Situation clogged bowels and torpid liver, until constipation becomes chronic. This condition is unknown to those who use Dr. King’s New Life Pills the , best and gentlest regulators of Stom ach and Bowels. Guaranteed by Cher okee Drug Co., druggists. Price 25c. KO EXCUSE FOR CATARRH Worst Cases Quickly Cured by Breath ing Hyomei. Guaranteed by Gaffney Drug Co. There is really not the slightest excuse for anyone having catarrh, now that Hyomei Is so widely known and so easily obtained. The worst cases of satarrh are quickly cured, simply by breathing the remedy through the pocket tnhjaler that comes with every outfit. Used in this wav for a few minutes four times a day. every particle of air that reaches the nose, throat and Don’t be fooled and made to believe (hat rheumatism can be cured with local appliances. Hollister’s Rocky Mountain Tea is the only positive cure for rheumatism. 35 cents. Tea or Tablets. Gaffney Drug Co. —If you need & Truss, call on us; we will guarantea to fit you up prop erly. Gaffney Drug Co. —It Is very Important that Trusses he properly adjusted and fitted, oth erwise they are uncomfortable and, besides, do very little good. Gaffney Drug Co. A rolling stone gatners no moss. Its roll evidently isn’t of the right kind. Catarrh Cannot be Cured with LOC\L APPLICATIONS, as they can not reach the scut of tlie disease. Catarrh is a blood or constitutional disease, and in order to cure It you must take internal retn edies. Hall’s Catarrh Cure is taken inter nally, and acts directly on the mucous sur faces Hall’s Catarrh Cure is not a quack medicine. It was prescribed by one of the l»est physicians in this country for years, and Is a regular prescription. It lscompos*d of the best tonics known, combined witri the best blood puriliers. acting directly on the mucous surfaces. The perfect combination of the two Ingredients is what produces such wonderful results In curing Catarrh. Send for testimonials, free P. J. CHENEY & CO.. Props.. Toledo. O Sold by druggists, price 75c, Hall’sV rally Pills are theltest —We carry a complete line of , , , „ . „„ Trusses, for all ages and sizes, single lungs is laden with germ-killing and an( j double. Gaffnev Drug Co. health-giving Hyomei. Th« sale of the old-fashioned stom ach remedies for catarrh has been re duced t& almost nothing since bhe in troduction of Hyomei. Gaffney Drug Co. will tell you that their sales on this out-of-date line have fallen oft at least two-thirds In the last few years, while the demand for Hyomei has increased as Us curative powers became more widely known. The complete outfit, consisting of MAGISTRATE’S SUMMONS FOR DEBT. State of South Carolina. County of Cherokee. By G. W. Speer, Magistrate, to A. C. Davis, tradtng or doing business as the A. C. Davis Salvag,. Company, complaint having been made unto roe J» E. H. DeOamp, that you are indebt ed to him in the ium of ninety-nine dollars, on account of work and labor a neat pocket inhaler, a medicine ,| 01U , anf j performed for you at your dropper, and a bottle of Hyomei, costs only one dollar, while ext^ bottle can be obtained for 50 cents, making Hyomei the most economical, as well as hhe most reliable method for curing catarrh. Gaffney Drug Co. positively guar antees a cure when Hyomei is used in accordance with directions, or thov will refund the purchase price A GUARANTEED CURE FOR PILES itching. Blind, Bleeding, Protruding Piles. Druggist* are authorised to re fund money if PAZO OINTMENT fails to cure in 6 to 14 days. 10c. special Instance and request which ('Vou have refused to pay and still re fuse U) pay. This is, therefore, to require you to appear beforf me. In mv office in Gaff ney, 8. on the 21 si day after ser vice hereof on you at 10 o’clock a. m. exclusive of day of service of thin Summons, to answer to the said Com plaint. or Judgment will be given you by default. Dated Gaffney, 8 C., May 9th. 190ft O. W. Speer, (L. 8.) Magistrate. 1 June 1 a w 4t. aiiVM J NADENOLA is guaranteed and money refunded if it fail* to remove freckle*, pimples, tin, safiowoess, liver-spots, collai discolorations, black-heads disfiguring erup tions, etc., in twenty days. Leaves tbr tkin dear, soft, healthy, and restores th« beauty of youth. Endorsed by thousands. Price 50 cents and $JjOO at all leading drug stores, or by maiL Prepaied^by National Toilet Co.. Paris, Term, For sals only b” THE GAFFNEY DRUG CO. MONEY TO LEND. To memebers of The Farmer's Mutual Insurance Association, In sums of 9100 to 9300, on first mort gage improved real estate. J. Eb. Jefferies, Sec. and Tress. Feb. 27 tf. FOR ALL COUNTY NEW*. IM PORTANT HAPPENINQg IN THt •TATE AND EVENTS OF INTEREST IN FOREIGN LANDS, ^TAKE ANC READ THE LEDGER. ANNOUNCEMENTS. Announcements placed In this col umn until the primary election for 95.00. AH cards most be accompanied b-/ the cash to Insure proper atten tion. For the Senate. Believing that Cherokee county and South Carolina need the services of J. C. Otts, Esq., In the State Senate, we present his name to the voters of Cherokee county, subjee; to the Dem ocratic primary election. Tax Payers. I hereby announce hyself as a can didate for the office of State senator for Cherokee county, subject to the rule* of the Democratic primary. W. S. Hall. Jr. G. B. Daniel is hereby announced as a candidate for Auditor of Cherokee county, subject to the rules of the Democratic primary. Having been assured by many friends and having a clear consclenoe of having fully performed the duties of Auditor of your county, I respect fully announce myself as a candidate for re-election to the office of Auditor, subject to the rules of the Democratic primary election. I feel grateful to my many friends and thanking them for former support I most kindly soli cit their support In the present elec tion. I am, your hnmble servant. W. D. Camp. Fop Sheriff. Profoundly grateful to the people of Cheroke* county for the honors they have already conferred on me, I an nounce myself a candidate for re-elec tion to the office of Sheriff of Cherokee county and I promise to be govern- w* bv the result of the Democratic primary election. W. W. Thomas. Standing on my official record as an officer of the past and being assured by many friends of my satisfactory services. I hereby announce jnyself as a candidate for Sheriff of Cherokee county, subject to results of Demorcat' ic primary. A. L. Hallman. I hereby announce myself a candi date for Sheriff of Cherokee county, subject to the rules of Democratic primary. R. J. Poster. Having been solicited by people from all sections of the county to become a candidate for Sheriff, I have decided to do so, and herewith announce myself a candidate for that office subject to the rales of the Democratic party. A. J. McCraw. For Treasurer. I announce myself a candidate for re-election to the office of Treasurer of Cherokee county, subject to the Democratic primary. I take this oc casion to thank my friends for their unwavering loyalty, and point to my record In office to merit their continu ed support. W. Harrv Gooding. For Superintendent of Edueation. I hereby announce myself a candi date for re-election to the office of Superintendent of Education, and take this opportunity to thank the people moet kindly for the honors already conferred. I will abide by the rnlee of the Democratic primary. J. L. Walker.