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r' -^v J THE QA^FMCV LBDQCK. Tuesday and Friday. BdL H. DaCamp, Editor and Fnbllahar Thf Ledger is not responsible for the \i«Mvs of Ha correspondents. CITY DIRECTORY. Officials. w. H. Hoss Mayor W. O. Johnson .. .. Mayor ProTem Geo. E. Hood City Clerk T. H Littlejohn Treasurer T. H. Lockhart Chief Police A. L. Hallman Health Officer Butler & Osborne .. .. City Attya. Board of public Works. A. N. Wood Chairman J. N. Lipscomb Treasurer B. G. Clary Secretary Board of Trade. W. C. Hamrick President J. C. Otts Secretary MARKET REPORT. LOCAL COTTON M AliK ET. Midd^nsr. 12.00 Hens 35c to 40c Prys .. 30c to30c Ducks 20c Egjrs 17 He Butter 15c Irish Potatoes, husliel fl.00 i’urmps.busiiel i 00 Corn, bushel 1.05 Meal, Dushel \ 1.05 Oats, feed, oushei SOc Oats, seed, bushel »5e to $1.00 Peas. clay, bushel f2.-‘5 Peas, wnlte, bushel $3.00 Onions, bushel $1,00 that his defeat was the result of hla tariff views and that he knew that his defeat was a foregone conclusion, and yet he did not hesitate to go down in defeat deliberately sacrific ing himself on the altar of principle, and thus the seal of greatness was forever graven on his brow. That his greatness wag recognized by the American people was fulJy demon strated when he was triumphantly elected a second time in 1892. Since the retirement of Mr. Cleveland the Democratic party has never succeed ed in electing its candidate. The statesmen of the party have looked to Mr. Cleveland for advice on all the great questions of the hour, and it is a matter of history that in many cases where they failed to follow his advice the result has been disaster- ous to the party. As was to be ex pected, Mr. Cleveland made numbers of enemies who did not hesitate to slander and traduce him, but they never succeeded in detracting from his greatness, and he will go down in history as one of the greatest men whom America has ever produced. GRAND JURY PRESENTMENT. JUDGE HYDRICK. Judge Daniel E. Hydricb, who is presiding over the present term of this court, for the first time since he was elevated to the bench, has de monstrated that he is one of the best judges ii the State. He let the fact be known in n 0 uncertain terms upon the convening of court Monday morn ing that he expected to run the court, and that delay due to the carelessness of the officers of the court or witness es would not be tolerated. That his words were heeded, is evidenced by the fact that there has been no de lay on this account since, and conse quently the business of the court is being conducted with system and dis patched. In his rulings Judge Hy- drick shows a profound knowledge of the law. and a desire to admisinster justice in its higest and noblest sense. While it is evident that he does not look upon juries (as some of the foreign nations do) as the represen tatives of popular justice, yet his in structions to them are to find their verdict in accordance with the facts advanced and to always, in every case, give the accused the benefit of any reasonable doubt which they may have of his'guilt. We are of the opinion that when the general as sembly elected Judge Hydrick to the judgeship they builded wisely and well, and if all the judges were as good as he, there would be less criti cism of the conduct of the courts in South Carolina. NOTES AND COMMENTS- Come on pencil pushers. We are waiting for you. • • • Let everybody put on the sweetest smiles and put their best foot fore most next week. We certainly want to make an impression. • • • The Old Man went to Charlotte Wednesday and here is what he saw and learned. That Charlotte has the most beautiful electrical display of any city in the world except Buffalo; that Charlotte is badly affected with baseballitis—over 2000 people being present at the game—that Charlotte has a real city baseball grandstand and diamond and a fairly good team; that Charlotte is North Carolina’s foremost city; and best of all, that Editor J- P- Caldw'ell, of the Char lotte Observer, Wade H. Harris, of the chronicle, Business Manager John Ross, of the Observer, and City Edi tor Minor Elliott, of the Chronicle, and Hugh Long, of the Gastonia News, are coming to the press meet- in" next week. GROVER CLEVELAND. Grover Cleveland is dead! and in hi s death America has lost the great est man who has lived for the last one hundred years. In the fall of 1884, Mr. Cleveland was elected presi dent, being the first Democrat to oc cupy the presidential chair since Jameg Buchannan’s time, a period of twenty-four years. After serving four years Mr. Cleveland was defeated in 1888. and it is a matter of history Buford St r eet M- E. Chuch Notes. Sunday school from 10 to 11:15 a. m., Mr. L. G. potter, superintendent. There ha s been quite an increase in attendance and interest recently. The primary department is being fitted up attractively for the little folks. Rev. C. C- Derrick, pastor of the Methodist church at Blacksburg, will preach morning and night. The pas tor goes tb Blacksburg to preach be fore the Pythians. The mid-week service Wednesday evening at 8:30. All members and friends 0 f the church are urged to at tend this service # . Strangers and visitors cordially welcomed to all meetings. Cutnrrli Cannot l>e Curt cl with LOCAL APPLICATION.'. aMhoy can not, reach the seat of the disease. Catarrh ; is a blood or constitutional disease, and in) order to cure it you must take Internal rem edies. Hall’s Catarrh Cure is taken inter nally, and acts directly on the mucous sur-l faces Hall’s Catarrh Cure is not a quack, medicine. It was prescribed by one of the best physicians in this country for years, 1 and Is a rejfitlar prescription. It is composed of the best tonics known, combined with t he best blood purifiers, acting directly on t in- mucous surfaces. Tin- perfect eornuinution of the two ItiKi-edlents is what produces such wonderful results in curing Catarrh. Semi for testimonials, free !\ .1. CHENEY & CO.. Props.. Toledo. O Sold by druggists, price 75c. Hali’sF tnily Pills are the bast Recommendation* Made at the T«rm Just Closed- To His Honor, Judge D. E. Hydrick, Presiding Judge: Having completed our duties for this term of the court of general ses sions, we desire to submit the fol lowing: 1. We tbanl: your honor for the courtesy and consideration shown to us. and for the clear, able and in structive charge delivered to us on the first day of the term. Your in structions have enlightened us as to ou r duties, and given us, as well as all others who heard them, a high conception of the duties and respon sibilities resting upon all persons who have an interest in the enforce ment of and obedience to law. 2. At the last term of court, under the instruction of the presiding judge, the special report of the committee appointed by the governor to investi gate the county offices was submitted to us to investigate and to take such action upon as we found proper. The matter was referred by us to a sub committee composed of A. X. Wood. Thompson Robbs and Wnv Phillips, who have reported to us the result of their inquiries. This report aas been read and examined by us and our report thereon is submitted separately. We had not then before us the report of J. P. Derham on the eonditimi of the treasurer’s office, and we recommended strongly that 'some steps be taken to require Mr. Derham to file his report or if this fails, then that our representatives take such action in the general assembly as will result in a thorough investigation of the condition of that office. 3. The report of W. W. Gaffney, treasurer, submitted by him to the court, shows the county’s finances to be in good condition. The report is nicely arranged from a mechanical point of view and appears to be ac curate. 4. The condition of the county poor house and farm is good. The super intendent has been faithful in his du ties. The unfortunate poor are well cared for and fed. and seem to be as well satisfied with their condition as their circumstances permit. 5. The county jail is kept in good condition. There is no cause of com plaint in its management. G. The county chaingang is in good shape. We find no ground for criti cism except that we recommend that the convicts he kept together, and not allowed to leave or to go home on Saturdays. If such privileges are permitted, then the punishment In tended by law fails.. The law is not properly • administered when convicts are allowed to go free. We recom mend that no man be employed as guard of the chaingang unless a man of good character and sobriety. 7. It has been reported to us that dead animals are hauled out of the town of Gaffney and deposited near the public road leading from Gaffney to the Old Post road, just outside of the corporate limits of the town. The stench caused thereby, and the danger of disease, and inconvenience to the public occasioned thereby, makes this practice a nuisance. We recom mend that the town of Gaffney dis continue the same, and provide a crematory or burial ground for such carcases. In conclusion, we thank the officials of the court and county who have as sisted us in any way in the discharge of our duties. Respectfully submitted, A. N. Wood, Foreman. PERSONAL FARAQHAFHt. Robert Sanders, of Wilkinsyille, R. F. D No. 9, spent Wednesday in Gaff ney. Miss Annie Johnson has returned to the city after an extended visit to Rock Hill. A. C. Izard, of Rock Hill, one of the most popular officials of the South ern was in Gaffney Tuesday. T. C. Petty went to Blacksburg Wednesday on business. M. L. Ross went to charlotte Wed nesday to watch the Democratic con vention. R. A. Jones went to Charlotte Wed nesday to mingle with the North Carolina politicians. D. C- Ross was a Charlotte visitor Wednesday, if ail reports be true his conduct while there was such as to indicate that the Bachelor’s Club is in danger of losing its genial pre sident. R. O. Creel, representing the La Porte Woolen Mills, of La Porte, Ind., was in the city yesterday on business. J. Gafi Wright, of Wilkinsville, was here Wednesday. was here Weanes- The Ddinfjr Utsifrf PREPARED INSTANTLY. Simply add boiL ins water, cool and aerve. lie. per package at all grocers. 7 flavors. Refuse all subatitutea. ONE GENT A WORD COLUIlV Atfr«rttMmMte «Rd«r thl« Em s«rted at the rate of oro Mat a tor ea«k tasertloa. No ad. tor leas thaa Ida; ozeopt . moata of farm prodaee offered fl* y ■alo bj farmers resldlag la CfcerokM county which will bo lasortod Mi time free of charge oatll farther dec. William Gaston day. was B. P. Bauon, Es.q., of Union, here this week attending court. Messrs. Parks and Savory, repre senting the Mergenthaler Linotype Co., of New York, are in the city to attend the Pres s Association meeting, where .they will demonstrate the merits of the linotype junior. A ROCk Hill Marriage. On Tuesday evening, iGth inst., at the home of the bride in Rock Hill, Miss Susie Mills and Mr. Louis Reed were united marriage. The reception rooin s were tastefully decorated v/ith palms anq cut iiowers. Immediately after the ceremony a dainty luncheon was served after which the guests were showu the handsome presents which were both beautiful and numer ous. The bride and groom, both of Rock Hill, were social favorites and number their friends by the score. Discussing Currency Plans. (News and Courier, June 23"T™ The discussion of the currency question by the candidates for United States Senator is an excellent sign of the timeg for the obvious reason that the currency is not. a partisan question and contributions to it are welcome in congress, whether they come from Republicans or Democrats. While a South Carolina Democratic Senator qmst be soundly informed on the tariff and other party issues, it is plain that he can accomplish no great things in regard to them unless the Democrats he in the majority. A De mocrat informed about the tariff would be able to strengthen his party in debate, but he would not be able to offe r a suggestion likely to be favorably received by a Republican majority, when the tariff is mention ed in congress, Democrats and Repub licans instantly draw their weapons. On the financial or currency ques tion, the division on party lines is not so clear and sharp. When the Al- drick-Vreeland bill was under discus sion two or three weeks ago, Mr. Bryan telegraphed Democratic Sen ators advising them to support the contention of Senator LaFollette, a Republican. Republicans in the house, under the leadership of Representa tive Fowler, differed widely from Re publicans in the senate, and Gen. Sherwood, a Democrat from Ohio, an nounced early in the session that he would vote for any measure offering relief, regardless of the party pro posing it. It follows that the senator about to be elected from South Carolina, who-1 . . ... . P TO RENT—Office rooms over !%• r he may be, will ha^e the ear Ledger. Apply to Bd. H. DeCamp. Democrats and Republicans alike if Nov. 2, tf. he have a thorough understanding of j _____ the currency question, if he have * something substantial to offer for i consideration. The truth is that few ; representatives and senators in either WANTED—All our customers who party showed any respectable com- ^ ave been using Piedmont LithlR prehension of the currency and bank- j ^ ater an, i have empty crates to ing matters during the recent debates; phone us so we can send for them., in congress; FOR SALE- FOR SALE—A second-hand boiler; 15-hourse power. Apply at The Led ger office. WHEN la lee# of tlona call or The Ledger, wo nlsh either printed or eagraved work. FOR SALE—A second-hand MeMM A Weiss kerosene engine; cheep. Ad dress The Ledger, Gaffney, g. C. FOR SALE—First-class babbit met al. Apply at Ledger Office. FOR SALE—Old newspapers this office. 10c a hundred. at First Baptist Church Notes. Dr. Simms expects to fill his pulpit as usual next Sunday. A cordial invitation is given to visitors and strangers to worship with the congregation . Sunday school at 9:45. FOR RENT- FOR RENT—Loose back of Sxnllt Hardware Co.’s store. Apply to W. H. tnatlh. Mar. S« IE WANTED. any man whose study I * ,a ff ne y P^psi-Cola Bottling Co. June 23-26. LOST. of the subject has been with eager ness in the next congress, and though he be a staunch and uncompromising Democrat he will have the opportunity of s 0 impressing his views that they! may be enacted into law upon their LOST Between Cowpens and merits. Hence, this topic to which ! Bucher, a blue coat. Leave at Lei th ree or four candidates are directing) Office, attention is one 0 f immediately prac- June 2G tf. The school! is improving all the time and persons, „ ^ , * , , , sure of a hearing, not connected with tne school are in vited to join. New literature will be given out next Sunday. tical importance, in a measure far greater than is any other question. A Democrat currency who rsally knows about j office quegtions will always be LOST—Fountain pen, Moore’s non- leakable; initials “C. C. R.” on gold band. Reward if returned to Ledger tf MISCELLANEOUS- A- G. Alley’s Mmstrel. “Last night’s performance was re plete with original jokes, songs, dances and situations, portraying ne gro life ’way down in Dixie in a man- A Grand Family Medicine. "It gives me pleasure to speak a JUST think of it! Your photo* ; good word for Electric Bitters,” 1 ma< ie on a post card :n one day. Come . writes Mr. Frank Conlan, of No. 436 at once t( > ou r l a rge tent in Gaffney. Houston St., New Yorb. “It’s a 3. C. A. P. Company, J. C. Webb,* grand family medicine for dyspepsia Proprietor, land liver complications; while for lame back and weak kidneys it can not be too highly recommended.” ner that is seldom surpassed. The j work of the comedians was clever In 1 Ele,:tr " : BUter3 reeulate ,lle a 16 ** 11 ™ every detail. The tent was crowded, i ,u “ ctlt)Ils ' P” 1 '? ,lle l,l00<1 ' iw ' demonstrating afresh that nrlstol , Part renewed vigor and vita:: :y to the people have not lost their fascination welk and ot bot ‘ I S " M ' Fire Insurance! for minstrels.”—Daily News, Bristol, 1 Tenn. . ! Sold under guarantee at Cherokee Drug Co. 50c. Debts are about the only things that grow bigger by contraction. —No charge to test eyes. Drug Company. Gaffney Scott*s Emulsion strengthens enfeebled ^ nursing mothers by increasing their flesh and nerve force. Wo represent some of tue largest and most substant ial companies and would Ilk" to write your business. 5-14-tf Smith & Lipscomb, Agents. TEACHER9’ INSTITUTE. To Teachers:— Ail white teachers of Cherokea county are respectfully urged to at; tend tbe two weeks institute to b« held here from June 29th to July 10th. Those text-boobg not already In poo-* session of the teachers can be had from the Gaffney Drug Co. J. L. Walker, County Supt. EM. , Card of jbanks. We take thi- i^ttioq uf extending our beam. ’ thanks to our friends for th ir a.-.-istance • mi sympathy in . our ret tit ber.-uvr*::-nt :: the death! of our son and brother. Mrs. R. F. Gibson and family. ! It provides baby with the necessary fat and mineral food for healthy growth. ALL DRUGGISTS: SOc. AND $1.00. FOR ALL COUNTY NEWE, IM PORTANT HAPPENINGS IN THE STATE AND EVENTS OF INTER EST IN FOREIGN LANDS,, TAKE AND READ THE LEDGER. *00 PAYS co AND THE WAY TO SAVE IS TO VISIT THE COST SALE. This opportunity is not given Gaffney and Cherokee county people often, and if you realize what amount could be saved in your purchases, you would not hesitate to investigate The Receivers Sale. Goods as good as the best at 33 1-3 per cent, off They must go, and are going fast. Come now and see for yourself. Hanan Shoes, Cluette Shirts, Collars, Dress Goods, Men’s and Boys’ Clothing and Notions X ItSOI^LiriCI^Y JXT OOST. D. C. ROSS, Receiver. CO ijj&yyafcirr r LitwXifc; j.