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Pineapples as Battcriog-Rams. "Tho Piotures and the Pineapples," a story tn tho Christmas McClure's, is chock full of fun and incident of the most original kind. You got Into the swing of It In tho first line, and It fairly gallops you through to tho end. Guf sepp's broken Knglish is irresistible; you like him on the spot, and you follow hlra on his search for Kosa into the squalid tenement district, watoh him broak his way to her with his bag of pineapples and carry her off In triumph with siuMit applause, only wishing you had been there yourself to lend a hand with another bag of pineapples. And the pictures, by Charlotte Harding, tell the story almost as well as the text itself.?By H. A. Crowell. After the grip, pneumonia or typhoid fever, take Hood's Sarsaparilla?it re stores health and strength. A meeting of the corporators of the Anderson Phosphate and Oil Company was he'd in the city last Thursday and organized by electing the following Board of Directors- F. J. Pelzor and A. T. Smythe, of Charleston, E. A Smythe, of Folzer, B. F. Mauldin, F. G. Brown, J. A. Brock, W. F. Cox and D. A. Lodbetter, of this city. Tho Di rectors then elected tho following of licors: President, F. G. Brown; Vice President, E. A. Smythe; Secretary, C. C. Gambroll. A set of by-laws govern ing the company wore read and adopt ed.?Anderson Intolllgencer. Among the corporators of the above company npo 50S2C Of the utrOUgrov Capitalists in the State. The company is strong enough to stand on its own logs, and will be independent of any Trust. ? The "Flour" of the Flock. That Is tho way everybody who has used it speaks of "Clifton" Hour. If you have never used It and doubt tho fairness of tho verdict, try it and you will bo loudor in proclaiming its mer its than anybody. Sold by M. H. Fow ler and T. N. Barksdalo. Asleep Amid Flames. Breaking into a blazing homo, some firemen lately dragged the sleeping In mates from death. Fancied security, and death near. It's that way when you neglect coughs and colds. Don't do it Dr. King's New Discovery for Con sumption gives porfect protection a ga'nst all Throat, Chest and Lung Troublos. Keep It near, uud avoid suf fering, death, and doctor's bill. A tea spoonful stops a lato cough, persistent use the most stubborn. Harmless and nice tasting, its guaranteed to satisfy by Laurens Drug Co. Price fiOc and f 1 00. Tr.nl bottle free. A telephone line Is being constructed from this place to Capt. J. B. Hum bert's in Laurens county. Messrs W. A. Erwin, John D. Sullivan, Thomas Crane, of Princeton, Dr. West and J. B. Humbert are putting up the line. It is probable that other parties will build a lino from Laurens Court House, and connect with this one. Tho line will run by Erwin's Mill.?Honea Path Chronicle. Avoid the Poisonous Mineral. Don,t unconsciously take barytes into your stomach, in the form of bread made from adulterated flour, when you can get an absolutely pure Hour out of which to make "the staff of life." The Anti-Adulteration League will pay a reward of $1,000 to anyone who will discover an adulterant in "Clifton" Hour. Sold by T. N. Barksdalo and M. H. Fowler. Luck In Thirteen. By sending 13 mllrs Wm. Splrey, of Walton Furmaee, Vt., got a box of Ducklen's Arnica Salve, that wholly cured a horrible Fever Sore on his leg. Nothing e'se could. Positively cures Bruises, Felons, Ulcers, Eruptions; Bolls, Burns, Corns and Pilep. Only 25o. Guaranteed by Laurens Drug Co. Abbeville Medium, Nov. 14: Miss Euphemia Young, the handsome young woman who was in the city Tuesday from Due West, will shortly go to Princeton in Laurens county to teach school. Startling, But True. "If every ono knew what a grand medicine Dr. King's New Life Pills Is," writes D. H. Turner, Dempseytown, Pa., "you'd sell all you have In a day. Two weeks'use has* made a new man of me." Infallible for constipation, stomach and liver troubles. 25c at Laurens Drug Co. WANTED.?To rent a six room house, with kitchen and garden. Will take house for the year. Fuller & Darlington. Tho Hebron High school Is progres Ing nicely with Prof. B. A. Boyd, of Laurens, as principal, and Mr. Zim merman Skinner as assistant. With these good toachers we think tho school will be pleasant and profitable.?Dar ington Messenger. Mr. lt. T. Dunlap, of Mountvllle, 8. C, says that he is well pleased with the Buck's Stovo bought of S. M. & E. H. Wilkes a year and a half ago. J. E. Mlnter & Bro. sell and guaran tee the Amelcan Girl Shoe. Every lady in tho land should possess a pair. Ask to see tho latest style. Ladies' taylor-modes suits are going at the prices we are making them. Call quick and get your bargains be fore they are all gone. Davis Roper & Co. We can supply the little boys with the best undervests, heavy, at 25ots. ' and 35cts. J. E. Mlnter & Bro. "Comfort, worth and solid wear, Is whatyo'll find In every pair" of the shoes we sell. Try us and get the best your money will secure. The Hub. Messrs. P. M. & E. H. Wilkes, the well,known housefurnlshing establish ment of this city, will receive another carload of Buck's S'oves and Ranges on Decembor 2nd. They are certainly doing the Stovo business In South Carolina. Don't lot it escape you that we still lead in Milliuary. The latest styles ; tho lowest prices. The Hub. Now is the time to see our overcoats. They feel good and wear good. Come and get yours. Davis Roper & Co. Turkey Roasters 35c, 40c, 50o and 60o each just received in time to roast your Thanksgiving turkey. 8. M. & E. H. Wilkes. Men's full suits at any price you care to pay, 12.90 to $22.60. Every pair worth the money. ? Davis, Roper & Co., Famous Outfitters. Staple dry goods: Bed tioklng fiefs, a yard; checked homespun 4ots to 8 1 -.3 cents; eheetlng lots, to (Sets.; Joans lOots. to 30cts., at J. E. Minter & Bro. A Combination Book Case and Wri ting Case is sometimes very handsome . r a Christmas present. You should see our entire line. Prices are always right. S. M. & E. H. Wilkes SALE. Notice is hereby given that I will sell at publio outcry on Tuesday, Deo. 10th, next, commencing at 10 a. m., at tbo rosidonce of Mary L. Cleveland, the following personal property: Two mules, Two head of cattle, Hogs, one Buggy, one two-horse Wagon. Farm Implement*. Household asd K liehen Furniture, one Piano and lot of Hay. Terms of Sale?Cash. A. E. OLKVELAND, ov. % 190i. Od January 1st Mr. Brooks Swygert, of Peaks, 8. C, will move with his family to th's olty, having bought an interest in the who'oialo grocery busi ness of Puller & Darlington. Mr. Swygert is a tubstantial man and will make a good oiti/.on. We aro glad to know he is coming to Laurens. Mr. J. O. C. Featherstone, of Ander son, is in tho city on a visit to his son. Hon O. O. Featheretone. Though one of the stout riders who rode with Gary and was at Appomattox, he is well proservod and has tho step of a Joo Wheeler. It is announced that Miss Louise Meredith, of this olty, and Mr. D. D. Peden, of Gray Court, will be married on the 11th proximo. Miss Merodith who is a very attraetlve young lady with hosts of friends is a daughter of Mr. J. O. Morcdith, and Mr. Peden is well known as one of tho most pro gressive young planters in the county. The Mystic Club was ontertained by Mrs Darlington ou Friday afternoon. Mro. Darllngtou was assisted in receiv ing by Mrs. R. Flomlng Jones. A vory puzzling,wit sharpenlng,puz zlo was submitted to tho guests and to Mrs. W. H. Washington, who success fully solved It, was awarded a beauti ful hand-made handkerchlof, one of tho exquisite trifles so much lu vogue. Dainty refreshments wore then servod and tho first and u most deUglitful ses sion of the club cHino to an end. Mr. James A. Young, who plays "Vlnlcius" in E- J. Carpenter's "(^uo Vadis," possesses a remarkable mem ory, which Is the envy of his friends 9 lion it comes to studying part". Mr. YouDg is a close student of Shake speare, having begun utthe ago of ten to memori/.3 may selections. Recent'y, on a wager, he recited the entire se ries of Shakespearian plays, being olosoly followed by persons who hold tho text and noted every line. Mr. Young's Interpretation of "Vlnicius" is particularly ploasing. He appears at the Opera House on Monday, Dec. 9th, next. Railroad?, telegraphs, telephones, and pcstal facilities mako all mankind closo akin these days. That one is not advised of what tho world Is doing Is not the fault of the times. One of the biggest things of the cen tury and inaugurating It, Is at our own doors, Charleston. Congress sits on Mon lay next, and tb? foreign policy of this groat country is to bo sotllod Ihe mightiost combinations of a commercial character, mountains to mole-hll's, compared to anything in the past, characterize tho times In whioh we live. You can get every move on tho be ard, and watch tho game as It is played, in tho pages of THS ADVERTISER and the Atlanta Journal, three times a week. And this for $1.50. Clinton Marble Yard. Mr. Parsons, of Clinton, was in tho city on Friday. He is with that great and good old veteran, Joe Smith, who has the groat Marblo Works in that growing young city, David Aikcn. This gentleman, a prominent citizen of Greenwood, died suddenly on the 20th Inst. Mr. Aikcn was a son of the lato Hon. D. Wyatt Aiken, of Cokes bury, and was well known hero, where he had many friends and rolatlves. Dr. iL K. Aiken was a cousin and Dr. P. B. Connor his brother-in-law, Mr. Ai ken having married Dr. Connor's sis ter. A Good ?omedy. When anything especially good is done successfully in any particular branch of life, thoso who observe in variably wonder why. Now that lien nossy Leroylo really has scored a uni versal 8uccc ss in 'Other People's Money," both managers and play wrights besiege hfm with offers for the coming season. Mr. Leroylo -very gra ciously declined, feeling satisfied that bo knows when ho's got a good thing and bo surely has in "Other People's Money," which will be scon hero in the Opera House next Monday night, De cembor 2nd. Hon. J. T. Johnson. Congressman Johnson spent several days in the city during last weok. Mrs. Johnson and children woro with him, He had just returned from a trip across the Mississippi into Arkansas and bor doring Toxas and tho Indian Territory. Mr. Johnson reports a general com plaint of hard times and short crops wherever ho went in tho cotton bolt. Congressman Johnson went to Wash ington on Monday, and will take his seat in tho House. Ho was accom panied by Mrs. Johnson, the younger children remaining here with their Grandparents. They will not bo per manently located at tho Capitol until after the Holiday recess. The Methodist Female College. In view of the possible removal of tho college from Columbia to somo in terior location in the State, the citi zens of Laurens aro Interested in pre senting the advantages of our town. At a meeting hold on Monday a large body of substantial citizens attended and much enthusiasm prevailed. Rev. W. B.*Duncan presided, and Mr. S. M. Will.es acted as Secretary. Every clasb, ocoupatlon and denomination was reprosentod in the meeting and the sentiment was unanimous that if the college is to bo removed our citizen shin would act as a unit towards tho desired end. It was resolved that $25,000 should bo raised and tendered towards securing the college. About $13,000 was subscribed on tho spot. A largo and influential committeo was appointed to secure subscriptions and also to attend Conferonce at Co lumbia to present the c'aims of this city. In the event of the removal, tho cc casion appeals to the pride and to the interest of every citizen of the city, and the location hero of a great insti tution of learning, undor the auspi ces of a great Methodist denomination, would address itself to the interest of every citizon of the county. Tho fol lowing Is tho committee: C.E.Gray, W. E. Lucas, N. B. Dial, J. O. C. Flem ing, W. L. Gray, W. C. Irby, O. B. Simmons. W. R. Riohey, O. B. Bobo, Dr. R. Hughes, J. W. Todd, O. D. Barksdale, IL Y. Slmpsom, Alex. Long, Jno F. Bolt, Dr. Alken, D. A. Davis, 8. M. Wilkes. Leroylo Comiug. "Other People's Money" ha3 a mod ern plot, deals with the living best peo ple, in the aotive world of financial so cial scheming. It Is devoid of tho farcocomody element, yet is construct ed to produce laughter from ourtain riso to ourtain fall. What the "School for Scandal" and "The Rivals" wore to the olden times, so is this latter day comedy to dramatic productions of ihe present. To tho theatre-goer, grown tlrod of the low standard only too often adopted by managers as a makeshift or desire to emphasize, thero is a treat in store for thoso witnessing Mr. Le royle's unapproaohable work at tbe Opera House Monday Dec. 2nd. The World's Greatest Fover Medicine. Johnson's Tonlo docs In a day what slow Quinine eannot do In ten days. Its splendid euros are in striking con trast with the feeble cures made by Quinine. If you aro utterly wretehed, take a thorough course of Johnson's Tonlo and drive out every trace of Malarial poisoning. Tho wise insure their lives and tho wiser insure their health by u&ing Johnson's Chill and Keyer Tonic. It costs bO cents if it eure?; notpne oent If it does not. Jeans pantr, any size, 40 cents at Mintsr?. FACTS PERSONAL AND BRIEF NOTES OF RECENT EVENTS* Mr. John F. Bolt goes to Conference this week. The Graded School will suspend ex ercises for Thanksgiving. Mr. S. M. Pilgrim, of Woodruff, spent several days in the olty last week. Rev. J. K. Carlisle Is having another neat cottage erected on Irby Hill. Smallpox prevails among the negroes in York and Chester counties. Mr. J. O. C. Fleming spent a few days In Charleston last week. New and beautiful things arrive daily at Fleming Bros. Mr. Enoch West, of Irby, spent Fri day in the city. Mr. Reuben Pitts will come down from Furman for Thanksgiving. Mr. Hoses Dean, Jr., of Spartanburg, is visiting in tho city. Anyone having a coltago to rent ap ply to Fuller ?& Darlington. Mr. Rufus Wileuti of Colon, was iu the city Monday. Messrs lt. F. and Cresswell Fleming will spend Thanksgiving atGroonwood. Tho Palmetto Drug Company Is get Ling In an extensive lino of pictures and books for the Holidays. If you want good Hour road tho ad vortisemont of Logan & Logan, of Ken tucky, in this issue. At tho Laurens Drug Company books and pretty things in Wedgewood are ready for Christmas shoppers. Dr. and Mrs. H. K. Aikeu were ^ ,u< I to Greenwood last Wednesday on ac count of the death of Mr. David Alken. Services will be held at tho Episco pal church at 11 o'clock to-morrow morning. Miss Bello Skinner, of Goorgetown, is visiting Miss Martha Cannon, of Narnie. Mr. J. S. Workman, a prominent cit izen of Woodruff, was In tho city yes terday. Dr. L. S. Fuller, of tbo firm of Ful ler & Darlington, visited Greenville last week. Bo 6ure to read Bransford's locals in this issue. You will read something new and interesting about his famous flour. Miss Sue Whlteford, of Anderson, was tho guest last week of Miss Fay Hudgens. Mrs. W E. Lucas and ohildren have returned from a visit to Hartsvllle and Darlington. Col. and Mrs. John H. Wharton, of Waterloo, passed through the city a few days ago returning from Atlanta. Miss Hudgens returned to Carters vlllo, Ga., on Monday after spending soveral weeks with Misses Nannie and Dora Franks. Misses Mota and Jennie Sullivan, Marlegene Calne and Emma Hudgens will be at home from Converse for Thanksgiving. Mr. J. W. Saxon, of Waterloo, will move with his family to Laurens in a few weeks. He will have a position at the Furniture Factory. Princeton and Hone* Path are soon to bo connected by telephone. Messrs John D. SullivanJ J. T- Crane and O. Q. West, enterprising citizens, are putting It up. All business houses will be closed in the city to-morrow and the day will bo observed by sorvices at tho churches, family re-unions and general good cheer. The ADVEnTiSEU's subscribers have been extremely thoughtful this Fall. Wo hope they will all, without excep tion, make a payment, if it be a small ono, before Christmas. Mrs. W. R. Owens, of Georgia, Is visiting her brothor-in-law, Mr. J. C. Owens on Main Street. She has also recently been visiting other relatives In the county. Mr. Austin Braralolt has returned to the city from Narnie and is occuping his home on Harper Street. His wife and daughters will join him in a few weeks. At Wilson's you will find substantial and olegant dress goods, shoes, otc. Visit their store, it will pay you for what they 6e)l is always just as good as it is claimed to be. Master Coke Gray has opened up a stock of groceries in the Gray block on Harper street. He is rather young for a business venture but brim full of en ergy and pluck and a very bright boy. Mr. L. W. Ramage, one of the most successful farmers in tho county, re cently sold two hogs for $H0 00. Mr. Ramage raises cotton with great suc cess but he doss not stop there. Thanksgiving services will be held at tho Baptist church on Thursday evonlng at 7 o'clock. The collection will be for the benefit of the Connie Maxwell Orphanage at Greenwood. A horse belonging to the Roller Mill went wandering on the C. & L. Rail road track early Saturday morning and was run over, and had its log cut off by a passing freight train. It Is understood that Dr. W II. Dial, who Is a successful physician and lead ing citizen, wili move next year to the home of his late father, Captain Albert Dial, a few miUis out of town, and on grige in farming. Mr. J. W. Todd will erect immedi ately a row of handsome, up to date law offices on Harper Street just back of Todd & Simpson's store. They are rented already by several prominent law firms. Mr. Gary MoGraw, an employee of the Furniture Faotory, had his hand badly hurt by the breaking of a saw last Wednesday morning. However he is now out upon the streets and his in jured hand rapidly improving. When the new bridgo over Little Riveris completed and the hill out away to form the new street, North Harper will be a most beautiful street, one of the best in the oity. An immonse amount of work is being done in that part of town. Mrs J. D. Adams continues very ill at her, home on Main Street. Her mother, Mrs. Haynes, of Greenville, is with her. Mrs. Adams has an unus ually large oirole of friends in the oity who regret her illness exceedingly. Laurens is to have her good cltlzen ship swelled by several gontlemon from the county moving into town this winter. Among those we have under stood will be Mr. Hughs. Wallace,one of the best men to be had in Laurens or elsewhere. Captain Nolan will have a oar in read iness on Saturday for the shipment of the Laurens exhibit to the Exposition. A number of beautiful things have bean a?nt to Mrs. J. J. PIuss for lue Woman's Exhibit. Mrs. W. M. Mc Caslan, Miss Sara l)a?is, of Clinton. Mrs. Robert Bell and other ladles will superintend thtxpacklngof this exhibit. Everything willT>*\care<l for. Wednesday December 25th, 1901. We Have Some Things to go in Your Stocking. Come get them. . The Laurens Drug Co. 103 West Main St. 'Phone 75 Goods delivered. Free to All! ?A RAGE TO? To Peoplo of Laurens County and Town: We will give to the persons who present before and on January 15th, 1002, the Greatest Number of Coupon Tickets. First. A round trip ticket to Char leston Exposition and pay one day's ex penses, not to exceed $3,00. Second. One who presents next groate*; number of Coupons a Hound Trip Ticket. g?t~ We glvo thcHo coupons away with every 50 cents worth of Goods purchased FOR CASH. At time of purchase, ask us for coupon; ask your friends to save them for you. Remember we are the people and where to get them. Palmetto Drug Co. Look for sign with the Tree. Notice of Final Settlement TAKE notice that on the 20th day of Dec, 1901, I will render a final account of my acts and do ings as Executor of the estate of Katie L. Whiteford, deceased, in the oflico of Judge of Probate for Laurena county, at 11 o'clock, a. m., and on the same date will ap ply for a final discharge from my trust as such Executor. All persons having demands against said estate will please present them on or before that day, proven and authenticated, or be forever barred. JOHN C. REEDER, Executor. Nov. 19, 10J1.?4t Wanted?You to order your whis key for *'personal use" from Cooper Farming Distillery Co., Brevard, N. O. Corn whiskey from ?1.05 to $2.00 per gallon, vessel Included. Rye from $2.15 to $3.15. Peach brandy $2.65. Ap ple $2.15 per gallon. A. F. cooper, President. W. B. K NIGHT. R. E. DA OB. KNIGHT & IIA Hit. Attorneys at Law. 49* Will practice la all the State and Federal Courts. Strict attention to all business Intrusted to them. Office up-stalrs. Simmons' Building. Debtors and Creditors. All persons Indebted to the estate of Dr. Thomas McCoy, deceased, will ?lease settle same without delay with i. W. Tune at the People's Loan and Exchange Bank, or with W. R.Rlohoy. And all persons holding olaujbs against said estate will present them duly proven to W. R. Rlohey, at his law office, at Laurens Court House, 9. C. G. W. Tune, W. R. RlOHBY, Oot. 2,1901?tf Executors. MERCHANTS' AND FARMERS' BON DED WABE HO OSE CO. The undersigned is with the above Company for the season, as manager and weigher for the Compauy. H? guarantees entire satisfaction and will e glad of the pnblio patronage. J. WADE ANDERSON? Sept. 26,'fH?8mo. LISTEN, LISTEN! Greatest Store HAS TO SAY. On November 30th we will inaugurate our GREATEST Clearance SALE. WE expect to make a change in our business February 1st, 1902, and in order to get ready for this change wo will not soil any goods on CREDIT to any one. Oasli must follow each purchase; so please do not ask us for credit, as wo will bo compelled to refuse. In refusing to charge goods does not mean that we are afraid that you will not pay us, but we arc compelled to do this ill order to have our books and stock in shape to make the change wo arc contemplating. So continue to come and sec us, as we will offer you goods cheaper than you can possibly buy them elsewhere. Wo have the largest stock in the city, and we know that our PRICES cannot l>e beat. 500 Yards JEANS, worth 25 cents, at 19 cents per yard. 200 Yards " worth 33 cents, at 25 cents per yard. 300 Yards " worth 15 aud 20 cents, at 12i cents per yard 3,000 Yards CHECKS, worth 7 cents, at 5 cents per yard. Bitr lot of Boys' Knee SUITS, worth 76 cents to $5.00, now 50 cts. to 84.50. Big lot of Youths' Suits, cheaper than ever, See them. Men's Suits, to close at any price. Men's suits, worth 8G to 87.50 now $4.99 and 85.99. Men's suits, 87.50 to 89 now 8G.99. Men's suits, worth 89 to 812.50 now 87.49 to 89.99. 500 pairs Ladies', Misses' and Children's Shoes, worth 81,00 to 82.00 now 75 cents. 100 pairs Men's fine Shoes, worth 83 now 82.49. Big; lot of Boots to close. Jeans Pants to sell for 29 cents and 49 cents, worth 50 cents and 75 cents. Big job in Gents' and Ladies' Underwear to close. Big lot of Overcoats to close. Our Stock too numerous to mention all. All we ask is to call and see us, and we will save you money. Don't buy shoddy when you can got the best just as CJlieap. The Best is the Cheapest, and you know our goods wear and give satisfaction. Davis, Roper & Co. Ecoijoirry Satitfaction goes with every ono. Buck's word is as good as a United ?State bond, and Buck's Guarantee every stove, Range and Heater bearing their trade mark. It must be all right or your money is re funded. When You Buy, Buy THE BEST, There was "A Woman In the Case" When wo selected our Fall and winter Furniture stock,! and not only one but all the women in Laurons county That's why you'vo heard so much about our Fall and winter stock. A style to suit every fancy, at\d a price to Pleaso Every Purse. as it is cheaper in the long run. Freight Paid on all Purchases of $10.00 and up. FALL WINTER WEAR -fcS|S* Styles Lik8 Seasons Change! The time has come when the light Summer dress must give place to a fabric of heavier weight. WH* CL Uttel! % Co. have opened this week from the leading importing hoii8esinthe Northern markets full lines for Ladies wear. The largest Stock of Black Goods ever shown here. Fine Black French Henriettas come to the front again, while Venetians and Serges are Struggling for first place. Whipcord, Armure and the Pebble weave will have a light in the race as the go-betweens from the smooth twills and the still heavier and coarser weaves. Here is seen a heavy closely woven cloth very durable for rainy dtiy Skirts; it comes iasix dis tinct shades. For waist patterns is shown in solid col orings a fine Cotton Twill, showy but inexpensive. Also an intermediate grade will make up stylish. The choicest of all is a fine all-wool French Twill, this comes in seven exquisite shades and will prove a quick seller. Table Linen, Hosiery, Flannels and Underwear?every department is well represented, but space will only permit a passing notice. : Correct Styles and LOWEST PRICES. W. GL Wilson & Co. Men Who Mean What They Say are rare. But people boliovo us when we toll them that only the host class of Merchandise is han dled at THE HUB?* And onco having tried us they are ours, The best of everything in Dry Goods, Notions, * Wraps, Underwear, Millinery, ? Etc. And tho best of all is, price is light* We guaranteo isfaclion with ovory puroha your money back. Try us. rjr.i*.? hb mj mm