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TiiiS A?V ?ltTlSElt, Subscription rrlcc?-itJ Months, Nl.r.O Payable Ja Advance. B. W?fclLL. Editor. Rate? for AdY?raHliiK.--Ordiaary Ad vertisements, Wh? square, ono inser tdon,$1.00; each subsequent Insertion, 60 cents. Llbejral reduction made for largo Advertisements. \V. W. Bali., Proprietor. ,-; LAU HENS, S. C, Dec., 20, 1800. At Home and Abroad. : Tho attention of the Western world is centered on Southern Africa, where our British eousiu?' aro measuring Bwords with the Boors. Both parties havo sulTercd greatly and r.s yet no doci8ivo engagement has happened.? Tho British have suflored most, the slight advantage being with tho Boors. When the wars aro on in Eu rope, as a rulo, the educated, the rich and leading young men, the emperor, the King, their sons and t' eir cousins are at tho "forefront" of the tight. It li never and never has boon tho rich man's wt v and the poor man's light.? As a consequence, Beigravin, the fashionable quarter in London is In mourn lug for sons and relatives cUad ? on tho battlefield and it Ib a >ad Christmas. Hut this is all right. Cham berlain, British .Secretary, for tho Co'onies, was all wrong in piishing tho war. Greed for gold was at tho back Of It. Congress is debating the Currency Bill. Brighum Robert's right to a seat is still undecided. Congress will take a reevs until after tho holidays'. They will go to their homes and havo^Santa Claus?the Northern big guna plum pudding and the Southerners, 'possum, potatoes and eggnog. They will re turn for tho tug of civic war about the 3rd of January. This ia the Long Ses sion and will last until Juno when the nominations will take place. Of course wo are not to expect the country to be much henelittcd by legislation. Ar ranging governments for the Philip pines, Porto Rico and other foreign i.c qulsitions, will occupy tho attention of the dominant republican party. Tho democrats will obstruct tho fight to make capital for the 1000 struggle and this is all the line left them.They havo introduced a Hill to give tho Filipinos Independence. Tho 10th of June 1900 has been tlxed by the National Republican Committee for tho national nominating conven tion. Philadelphia tbe place, Lieut. Brumby, Flag Ollleer of Dowoy at Manila died on Sunday at Washington of typhoid fever. In Oc tober last at Atlanta, Georgia pre sented him with a sword. He was a Georgian. Palo death knocks with impartial tread at tho threshold of the peasant and the prince. Latest advices bring intelligence that the Boers have beaten tho British in a severe engagement. * * s The first congressional district, be cause it includes most of tho South Carolina &eahoard, the state's largest city and all her ports, is the most im portant district of the seven. It is ol tho utmost consequence, not only ?o the dist rict but to all the people ol the state, that it be represented by an able and practical man of affairs Who will command inlluence in congress and take high position there. Who re presents the first district is a matter more nearly alTecting the fourth dis trict than who represents tho fifth, third or any other district, becauso the proper development of the whole interior hangs largely upon the de velopment of our water facilities. For that reason THE ADVERTISER has no hesitancy in expressing its sentiments as to tho approaching election in tho Charleston district. Mr. Joseph W. Barnwell, the pres ent senator from Ch irlestoi county, is a gentleman who possesses intellectual . gifts of the first order. lie is an elo quont, experienced, thoroughly edu cated and sound lawyor. His personal record and character is wltnout blem ish. As a young man and member of tho Wallace house, in its savage strug gle against tho radical imoostors, when the redemption of tho common wealth trembled in the balance, he was distinguished for aggressive cour age. Tn the still more acuto struggle for tho redemption of tho city of Charleston from negro misrule ho was equally conspicuous. Tho selection of Mr. Barnwell for the democratic nom ination in his district will insuro for the tiate a member of congress worthy of tho state's best traditions and in hia person the state will havo in the halls of legislation a force which will bo felt and heard throughout tho nation. In our judgment tho lirst dletrlot has a rich opportunity in the candidacy of Mr. Barnwell, for his election would inuro to tho good of all South Carolina. Strong,efllclent men are .'orely noeded by the South at Washington and Mr. Barnwell is thoroughly representative of the South'a best. Greeting! Before another issuo of THE A i> verti8ek our great Southern Festival and joyous soason will have coma and gone. To evor> reader, young or old, who may havo followed the Editor for a year in hi? woekly ramblinga hero and there about tho earth we extend happy greetings. To tho grown-up read er wo can only say do thy utmost to make tho young feel that tho earth is worth inhabiting?to the wdl-to-do? lot the poor have one week without caro and a feeling that thoy aro not without friends in the world. "Pence on earth, good will to mon," ? Marched upllio Hill nod Tlien Marched Down Again. The State Board of Control, after Judge Aldrioh's decision restored j Douthit to the high Commlssionorshlp Of the Dispensary. Tho salary is $1,000. During the argument before Judgo Aldrich learned counsel on nouced that Mr. Douthit yearned for vlndicat'on nnd not tho ofllee. The first act in the drama Is off. *** If all should bocomo sane, honest and cease to contend about proporty, and Court Houses. Assylums, Penitent iaries, Jails and chain gangs bo closod a> tome thousands of good people would lose good jobs. What a predicament ioe the country! ?'kons HILL NOTES. Tho firm of Simmons <fc Lou man has boon dissolved by mutual consent. Tho business will bo con tinued by J. W. Simmons at tho old stund. McSwain & Noll', two of our en terprising young men have formed a eo partnership and aro carrying a handsome and well-selected stock of fancy and staple gro corios. Wo extend to these young men our best wishos for their suc cess. Tho htindsomo residence of B. R. Austin is rapidly noaring completion. Dr. JO. M. Piuson is erecting a fino store house on his lot near tin depot. Dr. J. M. Owens is painting his residence on Main Streut. The Dr. needs a bird to put i.i his hand some cage. We trust he may booh flud a help-meet. Our schools aro progressing nieely. Tho great need of the moment for our school is moro room. Tho school has out-grown the house. In this connection it lias boon suggested by a promi nent lady of our town, and wo heartily endorse the idea, that tho pooplo of tho community raiso a "twentieth century fund" for the purpose of improving tho school house. This is exactly in lino with the idea of the great educa tional movement that is now spreading over the laud. Wo trust the suggestion will be acted on and will bring forth fruit. Tho farmers aro through gath ering their crop and are putting in more grain this fall than bus been dono for many years. This is woll and moans broad to the eater and seed to the sowor. Our peoplo have taken advan tage of the cold snap and slaugh tered many lino hogs. Our neigh bor, Ernest Noff killed two grun tors that woighed over .100 pounds net. Christmas is near and the chil dren are looking for Santa Clans and tho old poople aro getting roady for the festivities of the season. Scribe. Agent for J. & P. Coats Spool Cotton. Full stock always on hand. O. B Simmons. f Beautiful Home Wedding. . Tho morning of thanksgiving day dawned in glorious splendor*, tho rich autumnal tints in air and leaf, combined with tho wealth of sunshine, made it an ideal day. 'While as a nation wo were re joicing on account of national blessings, expansions and victo ries, there wero those who were deeply grateful for tho lovely day itself. Soon after high noon many friends and visitors began to as semblo in tho hospitable home of Mr. J; N. Holcombe, near Hobbys ville. [ The occasion was one t hat never grows old but is ever clothed in perennial intorost both to the aged and tho young. Mr. W. H. Shankl'in a prominent, popular and mast deserving young busi ness map of Woodrull' had sought the hand of one ol the beautiful and cultured daughters of the family and now the time had come, when he should claim Miss Alma Holcombe as his bride.? While Mrs. Dr. J. M. Lanhnm rendered the "Wedding March" on the organ the handsome young couple, preceded by Rev. E. C. Watson, tho officiating clergy man, entered tho parlor, which was already tilled by the "beauty and chivalry-' of tho community. By an impressive and unique cere mony the two hearts that had long boon beating in unison, wero joined for life. Tho fine looking groom was tho impersonation of quiet, manly dignity?just such a man any maiden could trust. The queenly bride woro a dross of brown satin trimmed with blue tucked silk and white applique lace. Sho hold in her hand a bunch of rare white flowers. The display of wedding presents was magnificent^ the numbers and olegance of tho gifts attesting the high osteom in which tho cultured and boautiful bride was hold by her friends and associates. Aftor many congratulations tho happy couple, togothor with many invited guests, drovo to Wood ruff, where a magnificent recep tion was extended by Mrs. George Loatherwood, tho well-known and popular proprietress of tho Wood ruff hotel. A largo party of Wood ruff's business and professional men greeted tho happy couple with hearty congratulations. At 0 p. m., wo woro conducted into the large spacious dining room where ono long tablo was elabo rately filled with all tho good things that could tempt a thanks giving and wedding party's appe tite. Thus tho handsome and popu lar young couplo have begun '" t under tho influence of a bonoficont star. May they ovor sail boforo prosperous winds, and may their voyage "down tho Stream of Time" be such that thoir whole lifo may bo ono long thanksgiving day. Visitor. DiHcovcred by n Woman. Another groat discovory has been made, and that too, by a lady in this country. "Disease fastened its clutohos upon her and for seven years sho withstood its soverest tests, but hor vital or gans woro undermined and doath r.eomed imminont. For three months sho ooughed incessantly, and could not sloop. Sho finally discovered a way to recovory by purchasing of us a bottle of Dr. King's Now Discovory for Con sumption, and was so much ro lioved on taking first doso that sho slopt all night, and with two bottles, has boon absolutely curod. Hor name is Mrs. Luther Lutz." Thus writos W. C. Hamuiok & Co., of Shelby, N.C. Trial bottles free at Laurens Drug Co. "The^esHs ' the Cheapest." Experience teaches that good clothes 'wear longest, good food gives best nutrition, and a good medicine that cures disease is naturally the best and cheapest. Hood's Sarsaparitla is the best medi cine money can buy, because it cures <when all others fail. Poor Hoalth?"Hadpoor health for years, pains in shoulders, back and hips, ivith const aid headache, nervousness and no appetite. Used Hood's Sarsaparitla, gair.ed strength and can work hard all day; eat heartily and sleep well. I took it because it helped my husband to whom it gave strength." Mrs. Ii. J. Giffels, Moi>sc Lahe, Minn. llood't I'ltl i euro liver III?: iho mm-lrrltatlng und July c?tli?rtlo i i i .it-: wlili iTowf*a Barsauarllln. THE LAURENS BAR. W. It. KXHillT, Attorney and Couasollor at Law. Will practico in all the Courts of the State. Prompt attention to all busi ness entrusted tu him, Office, Laurcns, 0. EL, MoCord's new building. March 1?, 1899. NOTICE Of Settlement and Application for Final Discharge. Tako notice that on tho 18th day of January, 1000, wo will render ;. final account of our stets and doings as Admiuistator qf tho os t?te of M. B.Garrett, deceased, in the office of Judge of Probate for Laurens county at U a. m., and on the same day will apply for n final discharge from our trust as stich Administrator. All persons having demands gainst said estate will please present them on or before that lay, proven und authenticated, or bo forever barrel. B, GARRETT, Dec. 12, '00-lt Administrator. Si ate ol' South Carolina, COUNTY OF LAURENS. In the Probate Court, Oharies W. Burton, individually and as Adm'r, etc., of Pormelia C. Burton, Plaintiff, vs. Mary E. Wood. James Franklin Bur ton, ot nl., Defendants.---Action to sell land in payment of debts. Pursuant to tho decree in the above staled action, I will Hell at public outcry at Laurens Court House, South Carolina, within the legal hours of sale, on Sales day in January, A. 1). 1000, being the 2d day of the month, all that tract of laud situate in the county of Laurens, State of South Cato ?ina, containing one hundred and thirty-four (UM) acres, more or less, and bounded by lands of John Franks, A. H. Martin, Gnrrett, W. II. Ball and others. Terms of Sale?One half cash, balance on a credit of twelve months with interest from day of *ale, secured by a bond of the purchaser and a mortgage of the premises sold, with leave to the purchaser to pay entire bid in cash. Purchaser to pay for papers and stamps. If the terms of sale are not complied with, the premi ses will !>?? re-sold on same or some subsequent Salesday on same terms at the risk of the former purchaser. O. G. Thompson. j. I'. l. o. Dee. stl) I89Q.? 4t. ~ NOTICE ?OF? County Treasurer. The County Treasurer's Books will be open for tho collection of Statt1, County and commutation Road Taxes for li.-cal year 1800 at the Treasurer's ollico from Octo ber 15th to Dee. ?1st 1S00. All persons owning property or paying taxes for others in more tlmn one Township are requested to call for idoieptfl in each Town ship in which they live. This is important a.< additional cost and penalty may not be attached.? Prompt attention will be given thoso who wish to pay thoir taxes through the mail by checks, money orders, etc. Don't forgot to stamp checks. Persons send ing in lists of names to bn taken off are urged to sond in early as the Treasurer is vory busy during tho month of Decomber. Tax Levy is as follows: For State purposes, 5 mills For Constiutional School Tax, .'I mills For Ordinary County Tax, 2-.J mills For Intorost on Railroad Bonds, tf.J mills For past indebtedness, \ mill Total County and State, 14 mills Extra Tax for Laurons City Graded School, 2\ mills Extra Tax, Fountain Inn Special School, 4 mills Extra Waterloo Special School, 2 mills For Sullivan Township l Mill oxtra for Attorneys foo on Rail road, making a total for this Township In Mills. All able-bodied male citi/ons between the ages of 21 and (50 yoars aro liable to pay a poll tax of $1.00; except, old soldiers who aro OXOmptatoO years of age. Com mutation Road Tax $2.00 in lieu of working tho public roads to be paid at tho timo as stated above. Com? oarly and avoid tho rush it is said thero will bojio exten sion this time. Respectfully, MESSER BABB, County Troasuror. Laurons, S.C., Oct. 2, 1800?tf. A Chance for a Home. ish to buy on V FRY EA desirahlu Home in this city, If you wish to buy on VERY EASY TERMS a apply to W. W. BALL. P. tt.?Will ront if preferred. NOTI0E The attention of Executors, Admin istrators hihi Guardians is called to the fact that the time for inuking annual leturna begins on tho first of January, in the absence of these returns it is imp ?sslblo for parties in intorest to ascoitain the status of estates in this I ofllco. The law in regard to tlicse re turns will be enforced. O. G. Thompson, J. 1*. \j. c. Doc. 18, 180!). ~4t. State of South Carolina, County of Laurons. Court of Common Pleas?Judg ment of Foreclosure and Sale. Piedmont Savings and Investment Co., Plalutiff, against Charles Shands, et al., Defendants. Pursuant to a decree of tho Court in the above stated case, I will sell at public outcry, to*tho highest bidder, at 1.aureus Court House, South Carolina,on Salosday In .Ian nary 1900, it being the 2d day Of the month, during the legal hours of sale, in front of the Court House door Luurons H. Cm the fol lowing described real estate, to tho I highest bidder, after due and legal notice, all that tract of land situato in I ho city of Laurens, in the coun ty und state aforesaid, containing one-fourth (?) of an acre, more or \\ ss, hounded by lands of Harrison Hunter, Kaufman, and Henry Jones and an un-named street , l)? i ng lot convoyed to tho said Clmrles Shands by B. W. Hall and Lewi8 W. Slmkins. Terms: Otic-half cash and the balance on a credit of twelve months from day of sale, credit portion to be secured by bond of lhi? purchaser ami mortgage of the premises sold, together with inter est on the same. If the purchaser fails to comply with tho terms of sale, the premises will bo re-sold on tho sumo or sonio subsequent Salesdny on the same terms. Pur Chaser to pay foe papers and reve nue stamps. John F. Bolt, m c, c. c:. P. & u. s. Laurens County, S. C. Dec. 6th 181)9.?it. ASSESSOR'S NOTICE! Auditor's Okficb, \ Laukkns, s. C, Dec. 1, 1809. \ Tint Auditor's Ollloe will be open from the 1st day of January to the 20th day of February, 1900, to receive re turns of Personal property for taxation in Laurens County. Vor the convenience of taxpayers, tho Auditor will attend the following named places to receive returns for said year, to wit : .lacks Township, Dr. F. M. "Sett lor's, January 8, from 10 a in to 2 p m. Jacks Township, Renno, Jan uary 0, from 10 a m to 2 p m. Hunter Township, Clint on, Jan uary 10, from 10 am to 2 p m. Hunter Township, Residence of Duck Young. January 11, from 10 a m to 2 p m. Cross Hill Township, Spring Grove, January 12, from 10 a m to 2 p in. Cross Hill Township, Cross Hill, January 18, from 10 a m to 2 p m. Waterloo, Township, Waterloo, January I5, from 10 a m to 2 p m. W a tori 00 Townshi p, Ekom, Jan uary 16, from 10 a m to 2 p m. Waterloo Township, Mt. Galla gher, January 17, from 10 a m to 2 p m. Sullivan Township, Brewer ton, January 18, from 10 a m to 2 p m. Sullivan Township, Princeton, January l9i from 9 a in to 12 m. Sullivan Township, Tumbling Shoals, January 10, from 1 p m to ?1 p m. Dial Township, Abner Babb's, January 20, from 9 a m to 12 m. Dial Township, D. 1). Harris', January 22, from 10 a m to 2 p m. Dial Township, V. A. Whito's, January 23, from 10 a m to 2 p m. Young's Township, Parson's Store,, January 24, from 10 a m to 2 p m. Young's Township, Young's Store, January 25, from 10 a m to 2 p m. Young's Township, Pleasant Mound, January 20, from 9 a m to 12 m. Young's Township, Lanford Station, January 20, from 2 to 4 p 111. SoulTletown Township, Tylors ville, January 27, from 10 a m to 2 p m. It will save much time to taxpayers, also greatly facilitate the work of the Assessor, if every person before leav ing home will make out a complete list of every item of personal property in the following order: Horses, cattle, mules, sheep and goats, hogs, watches, organs and pianos, buggies, wagons and carriages, dogs, merchandise, ma* ohinery and engines, moneys, notes and accounts above Indebtedness, and all other property including house hold. It is always required that the Audi tor get the first given nnnieof tho tax payer in full. Under the head of place of residence on tax return, give the township. All male oittzons between tho ages of twenty-one and sixty years, on the 1st of January, exeept those who are incapable of earning a support from being maimed, or from other causes, are deemed taxable polls (Confederate veterans excepted.) And all taxpayers are required to give the number of their school dis trict. After the 20th day of February next, titty per cent, penalty will be attached for failures to make returns. In every community there, are per sons who cannot read or that do not take a newspaper. Those more fortu nate, may do such persons a great favor by telling them of the time to make returns or by returning for them. The assessing and collecting taxes is done in the same year, and we have, to aggregate the number and value of all horses, mules, cattle and other pieces of personal property, as well as the acres of and, lots and buildings and their value that there are in this county, and have tho name on lllo in the Comptroller General's office by the 'loth of .1 une of each year, and from that time to the first day of October the Auditor's anil Treasurer's dupli cate have to bo completed and an ab stract of the work in Mio Comptroller General's office by that time, which will show at a glance that the Auditor has no time, to take returns, or any thing else much, between the 1st day of October, hut work on the books and the blanks. We hope, therefore, that all taxpayers will make their returns in time. W. L. FERGUSON, Auditor. Seasonable and Beautiful Goods ar? showu on evory counter. Everything whioh cmimcs under the general head of has found a place in our store. Our customers will ftud a reality about tho Crjr istrrjas Season hon?. It will Ix; felt in the pooket-book. Quality rises high, but prices are on the lowest porch. Respectfully, THE HUB, MaW Three Doors West of L'ost Office. ?1 eading dealers in Hardware, Cutlery, (inns, Pistols, Stoves, Taints and Oils, Harness and Saddlery a Specialty. Wo cull special attention to our beautiful I in ? of Stoves and Cutlery, BEST in town. Come and boo us you will ftud an up-to-date Hardware Store in every respect. When you want Loaded Shells buy them from us. W<p have a line of Hats and Shoes we are going to close out ?elou) Cost. Come in a rush to get them, they will go fast , and we want all of our friends and custoinors to get some of theso bargains. Wo also have a nice line of GROCERIES. lies!, Prices Paid for Hides and Bees-Wax. tfflT* Get. your Window Glass and Shot Guns from us?now is tho time you need them. 4fMF" When you want your old Harness repaired you will find 'Old Joe" at his old stand, upstairs. MOSE LEY & roland, Laurens, S. C. Oot. 18, 1800. West corner. Public Square. it! ?** f mst tl T. n. Barksdale l?< g.s to announce that he has added to Iiis business a fully equipped and well-appointed lino of l?til iif $li??* A handsome HEARSE has been purchased. En the conduct of funerals, good taste and judgment will govern and patrons aro promised efficient and prompt, service a very large stock of Caskets, all pricoj and sizes, kept on hand. T. J^. Baf ksdale. %?F" East-side of Public Square. JpfiT* The? Dlock of funeral supplies is kept on the Moor with Mr. Barks dale's lino Of vehicle.-. Mr. K. P. Mi I am has general charge of these depart ments and eat!.-*, day or night. Sundays and week days, will have instant atten tion. At eights Or Sundays, 'Phono Mr. Milani's residence. Tho Kind Yon Havo Always Bought, and which has been in uso for over HO years, has borne tho .signature of and has boon made, under Iiis per jf?fyt^'l SOIlttl supervision since its Infancy. '-&sic/u44 Allow no one to deceive you in this. All Counterfeits, Imitationsand Substitutes are but Ex periments that trifle with and endanger the health of Infants and Children?Experience against Experiment. What is CASTOR IA Castorla is a substitute for Castor Oil, Paregoric, Drops and toothing Syrups. It is Harmless and Pleasant. It contains neither Opium, Morphine nor other Narcotic substance. Its ago is its guarantee. It destroys Worms and allays Feverisliness. It cures Diarrhoen and Wind Colic. It relieves Teething Troubles, cures Constipation and Flatulency. It assimilates tho Food, regulates tho Stomach and Dowels, giving healthy and natural sleep. Tho Children's Panacea?Tho Mother's Friend. GENUINE CASTORIA ALWAYS Bears tho Signature of The Kind You Have Always Bought In Use For Over 30 Years. THI OINTAUR COMPANY, Tf MUHRAV ?MIT, NIWVODK OITy. if so, see our Millinery, Cloaks, Capes, Umlnrwear Cor el?, Hosiery, Gloves, Neckwear, ready made Skirs J aists, Notions, and the biggest line of Fancy Goods foi the Hol iday trade ever shown hero. And all at the I^ou?est Prices Call and see us, and we will convince you we are right- No trouble to 8hOWM*i88 Bessie Bramlett and Mrs. Emma Richardson aro with us and will ho pleased to see their friends. (Find the right place). Mrs. JVC -A.<a.?Lms McCords' New Store, Laurens, S. C. Why I insured in The New York Life Xlj is the Oldest International Life Lnr.urttnco Company 111 the world, and is supervised by eighty-two Governments. It is tho strongest life company in the world. ?-%&m? assets (January 1, 1890,).$215,94 1,8I 1 surplus,. $87?876,179 It is u purely mutual Company. Thero aro no stockholders. All its assets, surplus and earnings belong exclusively to policy-hold ers, who incur no personal liability. It has an honorable record of fifty-four years, during all of which time it has steadily increased in strength und prosperity. Its policies are incontestable from date of issue. Its policies as now issued contain no restriction as to residence, travel or occupation, as to habits of life, or as to manner, time or place of death. Tho sole oondition is that if premiums are paid tho Company will certainly pay tho policy immediately in the event it becomes a claim by death, either in one sum or a limited number of in stalments at option or insured, and thus leavo a widow or an estate a legacy and uot a law-suit. Its policies cannot, be forfeited after being one year in force, the in sured receiving extended insurance, or alter two years, either extended insurance or a paid-up policy. Its policies will bo re-instated at any time during tho five years fol lowing tho non-payment of any premium, if evidence of in surability is satisfactory to the Company and non-forfeiture provisions have become operative. It gives a grace of one month in tho payment of premiums. You can borrow money from the Company any time on demand at 5 per cent per annum, after your policy has beim two years in force. You do not have to die to win. If you live 10, 15, 20, 25 or 30 years you can settle your policy in any way that best suits your cir cumstances at tho time?lor east., paid-up insurance annuity, or of her options, If you live to the end of the term you will have? made a substantial provision for yourself in old age, and if you die before the end of the term you will have made a substantial provision for your family or your estate. It is the most valuable estate you will leave behind you, more certain in its results than lands, houses, slocks or bonds, as its value does not rise and fall with the market. The New York Life Insurance Company is tho only company in which you can get ALL of these benefits. You want the very best?the most privileges and the fewest restric tions, whether small or great?and tho New-York Life's Ac cumulation Policy furnishes it. We insure women also. Addross, GE0. C. HODGES, Agent, Greenwood, 8. C. REMEMBER THE NAME Mansion House Steam Laundry, Basket leaves Laurens Wednesday and returns on Saturday, ess* Ml. L. ROPER, Agent. IT WILL MAKE YOU FEEL GOOD when your wifo tolls you on a Sun day morning that your shirt front and collar rivals the "beautiful snow" on hill top and meadow. Then is nothing that can encircle your neck, outside of her snowy arm, that will please you more <?n Sunday than a collar clone up with tho perfect color and finish that we put on all linen laundered here. "Nothing succeeds like success." As a proof of this von will find our agents representing us in all of the priuoipalplaces in South Carolina, southern Nort h Carolina and north-oast Georgia, Our com? missions to agents are liberal. We defy competition in quality,quan tity, quantity and price. For further particulars apply to A. A. Gates, Propriotor, Mansion House, Greonvillo SC GO TO J. H. POWERS WHEN IN NEKD OF Heavy and Fancy Groceries, Provisions, Vegetables, Fruits, Etc., at LO WEST PRICES. LAURENS, S. C, May 8th, 1899.