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BIENNIAL MEETING STATE CONVENTION. Machinery Democratic Party Set I? Mo tion?Platform Adopted?Tinman and He) ward Endorsed. The State Democratic Convention was held in Columbia Wednesday. It is said to have been one of the most har monious State Conventions held in years. The Convention was called to order at noon by Col. Wilio Jones, Chairman of the State executive committee. Col. Robt. Aldrich of Barnwell was elected temporary chairman of tho Convention. In assuming the chair, Col. Aldrich briefly thanked the Convention for the hnnnr Vwat-nwcvl <*r\A ttipn called for nominations for permanent chairman. Hon. J. W. Thurmond of Edgefleld was nominated and elected by acclamation. Mr. Thurmond expressed his appre ciation for the high honor. He regarded it as a high honor to be elected as Chair man of the Democratic Convention. He appreciated the honor because he was to preside over the white man's party. The Republican party is the party of trusts, although it could not be trusted. He said the President and the Republi can party had evidently made a deal with the trusts. Senator Tillman has exposed that combination. (Applause.) He was particularly eulogistic of the old soldiers who were in the city and members of the Convention. Hon. T. S. Sease of Spartanburg was elected one of the vice presidents. Gen. J. Walter Gray and Mr. J. T. Parks were chosen as the secretaries, Col. J. S. Wilson, sergeantat arms,and Col. Thos. C. Hamer, treasurer of the Convention. On motion two permanent committees were appointed, one on platforms and one on constitution and by-laws. Each county selected its own members of the committtees, Mr. Clarence Cuningham being chosen by the Laurens delegation as a member of the platform commit tee and Col. T. B. Crews of the com mittee on constitution and by-laws. As a part of the general agreement none of the resolutions affecting the dispensary situation in any way were taken up, whether referring to an en dorsement of the dispensary or any other phase of the situation, and by agreement nothing on this line was read to the Convention so as to avoid any precipitation of a fight on the floor and in order that the committees might map out things so as to avoid any fights or discussion. The Convention adopted without dis cussion a brief resolution commending Senator Tillman. The resolution reads: "Be it resolved by the Democratic Convention of South Carolina, That the fearless, able and consistent course of our senior Senator B. R. Tillman in the United States Senate commands our approval and we tender to him this ex pression of confidence." ONE CAMPAIGN. The Convention, at the instance of Mr. J. G. Richards, of Kershaw, did the very sensible thing of having one cam paign party in the approaching cam paign. U nder the party rules there are usually two rings in Senatorial years, but under the resolution of Mr. Rich ards, there will be but one campaign this year, which is to begin on Tuesday, June 19. GOVERNOR HEYWARD ENDORSED. Another timely resolution presented to the Convention, through the entire committee, but which was suggested by Mr. J. G. Richards of Kershaw, was one endorsing the successful adminis tration of Governor D. C. Hey ward. ? The Convention voted for this resolu tion with unanimity and zest, because all hands are pleased with the adminis tration of Governor Heyward. THE PARTY PLATFORM. The Convention adopted without dis cussion the platform of the party sug gested and reported by Mr. J. Adger Smyth on the part of the committee. It is as follows: "We believe that the executive, judi cial and legislative departments of gov ernment should be forever separate and distinct from each other, without the right of either to usurp or encroach up on the functions of another. "We believe that honesty in the pub lic service and economy in the expendi ture of public funds are essential to good government; no taxes should be levicdnor tariffs imposed upon the peo ple beyond the actual necessities of the government economically administered. We therefore urge such reasonable re vision of existing tariff that manufac turers shall not obtain a higher price for their products at home than they demand for such products abroad. Also such further revisions will admit free of duty products that are manufactured within the United States by trusts and monopolies. "It is essential to the material inter ests of the people and the development of the incalculable resources of our country that there shall be no unjust restrictions upon healthy industrial com petition. We therefore demand a rigid enforcement of all laws enacted for the prevention of trusts and combines and a speedy trial and punishment of per sona engaged in their violation. "The rights of labor and capital are identical. They are entitled to equal protection under the law. Evidences exist in other parts of the country of growing hostility between these two builders of national wealth. We be lieve these conditions will be amelio rated under a system of government granting no privileges which enhance the profits of the rich and increase the cost of living to tnc consumer." United States Senator B. R. Tillman, who was a delegate to the Convention from Edgefield did not attend, the first State Convention he has missed since 1888. He could not get away from his duties in Washington. LAURENS COUNTY DELEGATION. The following composed the Laurens delegation to the convention: Clarence Cuningham, J. C. McDaniel, T. B. Crews, A. W. Sims, O. P. Good win, J. E. Boyd, W. J. Anderson, J. A. Jones. A Western Wonder. There's a Hill at Bowie, Tex,, that's twice as big as last year. This wonder is W. L. Hill, who from a weight of 90 pounds has grown to over 180. He says: *'I suffered with a terrible cough, and doctors gave me up to die of consump tion. I was reduced to 90 pounds, when I began taking Dr. King's New discov ery for Consumption, Coughs and Cold*. Now, after taking 12 bottles, I have more than doubled in weight and am completly cured. "Only sure Cough and Cold cure. Guaranteed by PalmettoDrug Co. and Laurens Drug Co., Druggists. EOc and $1.00. Trial nettle free. GRAND JURY'S REPORT. Presentment (or the Summer Term of I Court ot Qeneral Sessions. To His Honor Charles G. Dantzler, Presiding Judge: The Grand Jury beg to submit the following as their final presentment for this term? 1. We have carefully examined all bills handed to us by the Solicitor, and have acted upon same as in our judg ment was just and proper. 2 As recommended in our last pre sentment, we again call the attention of the County Supervisor to the fact that a sewerage system is badly needed in the courthouse and jail buildings, and that such sewerage be put in and com pleted by the next feotm ?f court:, r?r ?h soon as tho Supervisor can conveniently do so. 3. The committee appointed to ex amine the premises, buildings, etc., at the County Home, beg to report that they find everything in good condition, the houses neatly kept, the premises clean, and the inmates comfortably pro vided for, and express themselves as being kindly treated by the Matron, Miss Jane Starncs. 4. The committee appointed to in vestigate the books of the county of ficers, report that they have not been able to make the investigation as yet, but will do so on the 30th of June next, in connection and with the assistance of j the County Auditor. 5. We would call attention to the fact that this body deem it advisable that the wood on the county farm be used only for the use of the County Home and the chain gang. 6. We recommend that Will Boyd, Arthur McGowan and John McGowan be prosecuted by the Solicitor, and that a warrant or indictment be issued against them for unlawfully carrying deadly weapons as was brought to our notice in inquiring into the cause of the killing of Hosea McGowan. 7. In conclusion, we desire to thank your Honor, the Solicitor and other officers of the court for various courte sies shown us during this session. Also ask that we be discharged from further j attendance upon this court. Respectfully submitted, P. A. Simpson, Foreman Grand Jury. New Cure For Epilepsy J. B. Waterman of Watertown, O., Rural free delivery, writes; "My daughter, afflicted for years with epilepsy, was cured by Dr. Kings New Life rills. She has not had an attact for over two years. Best body cleansers and life giving tonic pills on earth. 25c at Palmetto Drug Co. & Laurens Drug Co. Why Was Latimcr Neglected? Did the State Democratic Convention forget that Soutli Carolina is repre sented in the United States Senate by more than one person. The strong affirmative endorsement of Senator Tillman cannot but make conspicuous the quiet, calm teetotalism with which the name of the Hon. As bury C. Latimer was kept out of the proceedings. Indeed, there is danger that persons of sourish disposition may construe the contrast in treatment of the two Senators to mean that the el der, not to say better, statesman was in need of the injection of some heroic elixir of encouragement from home. In our own opinion, the Convention out of the benevolent impulses of its heart, simply could not but cry ?'Bravo!" to a lusty fighter in the stress of combat, and cheer a "strong swim mer in his agony." Nevertheless, one canr.at but discern a curious chilliness towards Senator Latimer on the part of the South Caro lina Democracy, and we arc inclined to think that the Convention unwittingly made a mistake in neglecting to bestow a few gently approving pats upon his broad shoulders. ?News and Courier. Long Ttfnncessee Fight. For twenty years W. L. Rawlsof Bells, Tenn., fought nasal catarrh. He writes; "The swelling and soreness inside my nose was fearful, till I began applying Bucklen's Arnica Salve to the sore sur faca: this caused the soreness and swell ing to disappear, never to return." Best salve in existence. 25c at Palmetto Drug Co. & Laurens Drug Co. A Card of Thanks. Editor The Advertiser: ? As it is impossible to write each one! we wish to express through your col umns our heartfelt thanks to our friends and neighbors for their kindness in car ing for us in our recent disaster while we were without a home, and aiding us in preparing a temporary one. Also for the liberal contributions. W. F. Medlock and Family. Merna, S. C. A Miraculous Cure. The following statement by H. M. Adams and wife, Henrietta, Pa., will interest parents and others. "A miracu lous cure has taken place in our home. Our child had eczema 5 years and was pronounced incurable, when we read about Electrio Bitters, and concluded to try it. Before the second bottle was all taken we noteced a change for the bet ter, and after taking 7 bottles he was completly cured." It's the up-to-date blood medicine and body building tonic. Guaranteed. 50c and $1.00 at Palmetto Drug Co. and Laurens Drug Co. Harrison and Rowley Acquitted. Greenville, May 17.?After deliberat ing for nearly two hours, the jury de cided "not guilty" in the case of Thomas Harrison and W. P. T. Rowley, who were charged with the murder of Eph riam Hall, of Travellers' Rest, whose death occurred in a cafe in Main street here, on March 3. The Harrison-Row ley case occupied the larger part of yes terday's session and all of to-day's. I7K5 1906 COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON, Charleston, S. C. Entrance examinations will be held in the County Court House on Friday, July 6, at 9 a. m. One Free Tuition j Scholarship to each county of South Carolina awarded by the County Super intendent of Education and Judgp of ] Probate. Board and furnished room in Dormitory, $11. a month. Ail candi dates for admission are permitted to compete for vacant Boyce Scholarships which pay $100. a year. For catalogue and information, address HARRISON RANDOLPH, President. OPIUM and WHISKEY HABITS cured ot home with out pain, nook of par ticular* Rent I'KKK, B. M. WOOI.r.KY. M. D. Office 104 N. ITyor Street. Assistant Bank Examiner. Columbia, May 18.? Mr. B. J. Rhame, Jr., of Sumter has been appointed assistant to the State Bank Examiner. Tho announcement was made yesterday by the chief of the bureau, Mr. L. G. Holleman. The lat ter ban established temporary head quarters at the State House by courtesy of the aecteretary of State, and those who have business with him may find him there when he is not off on his of ficial rounds of inspection. lias Preached Seventy-one Years. Greeenville, May 17.?Rev. Augustus Johnston, of Texas, aged ninety-seven, who received his license to preach in Cheraw seventy-one years ago, is one ..." . l... ..... -.1" i i. ffAnfivfil a ? ?n wi .i.v ............. \yA. . ... ,,....?... ....... ill bly. After the general assembly ad journs Mr. Johnston will go to Cheraw to preach in the church where he was ordained. Mrs. Johnston, aged eighty one, is with Mr. Johnston. QUICKEST AND BEST ROUTE To Savannah,Waycross. Jacksonville and all Florida Points, via Charleston and Western Carolina Railroad. Leave Laurens, 1:50 p. m. Leave Augusta, 10:30 p. m. Arrive Savannah, 2:50 a. m. Arrive Waycross. 6:05 a. m. Arrive Jacksonville, 8:40 a. m. Close connections made at Jackson ville for all points South. Round trip Winter Tourist Excursion tickets to Florida points on sale. GEO. T. BRYAN, General Agent, Greenville, S. C. C. H. Gasque, Agt., Laurens, S. C. Ernest Williams, G.P.A., Augusta, Ga. Char cston & Western Carolina Railway (Schedule in effect April 16, 1905.) Lv Laursns Ar Greenwood Ar Augusta Ar Anderson No. 2 Daily 1:50 pm 2-46 ft 5:20 " 7:10 " No. 42 Daily 2:35 pm 4:30 " 4:41 " 7:40 " 6:30 " 6:40 " 6:45 " 10:00 " No. 87 Ex. Sudday 8:00 am 10:20 M Lv Augusta Ar Allendale Ar Fairfax Ar Charleston Ar Beau ford Ar Port Royal Ar Savannah Ar Waycross No.l Daily Lv Laurens 2:07 pm Ar Spartanburg 3:30 " No. 52 Daily Lv Laurens 2:09 pm Ar Greenville 3:25 " Arrivals:?Train No. 1, Daily, from Augusta and intermediate stations 1: 45 pm; No. 52, daily, fromGreenvilie and in termediate stations 1:35 pm; No.87,daiIy. except Sunday, from Greenville and intermediate stations 6: 40 pm; train No. 2, daily, from Spartanburg and interm ediate stations 1: 30 p in. C. H. Gasque, Agt., Laurens, S. C. G. T. Bryan. GenM Agt. Greneville S.C. Ernest Williams, Gen. Pass. Agt., Auguata, Ga, T. M. Emerson, Traffic Manager. Whiskey, Morphine and other DRUGS, and nervous diseases treated. Charges more reasonable than other ike institutions. $25.00 per we ek pays for treatment, remedies and board. Result absolutely the same. L. G. CORBETT, M. D. THE CAROLINA SANITARIUM, Greenville, S. C. Dr. q. c. ALBRIGHT, DENTIST. Office over Peoples Loan and Ex change Bank, Laurens, S. C. N. B. Dial. a. C. Todd. DIAL & TODD, Attorneys and Coun sellors at Law. Enterprise Bank and Todd Ollico Bui lng. Laurens, S. C. Dr. Chas. A. Ellett Dentist. Office, Law Range. 'Phone 189, Laurens, S. C. Sanders' Bottling: Works. A. H. SANDERS, Prop. WHOLESALE ONLY! MANUFACTURER OF High Grade Qinger Ale and Soda Water. Celery Cola a Specialty. Prompt Attention Qiven all Orders. LAURENS, SOUTH CAROLINA. Cotton Mill and Bank Stocks? ' I offer for sale any part of the follow ing; stocks: 30 shares Arcadia' Mills' stock at $88.00. 50 shares Gaffney Mfg. Co. at $88.00. 7 shares Belton Mills stock at $110.00. 10 shares Woodruff Cotton Mills stock at $107.00. 15 shares Ninety Six Cotton Mills at $96.00. 15 shares Williamston Mills at $102.00. 10 shares Courtenay Manufacturing Co. at $101.00. 50 shares Fairfield Cotton Mills at $51.00. 100 shares Ware Shoals Mfg. Co. at $90.00. 10 shares National Bank of Laurens at $101.00. I will buy any part of the following stocks: 50 shares Pacolet Mfg. Co. at $178.00. 5 shares Anderson Cotton Mills at $104.00. 20 shares of Enterprise Bank of Laurens at $110.50. J. J. ADAMS, Broker. Laurens, South Carolina. Side and Back COMBS are still in the height of fashion, and will also be worn this spring and summer. We have the latest styles of fancy Combs from $1.25 to $7.00 per set of three. Also the newest de signs In Bracelets, Hat Pins, Cuff Pins, Fobs and Crosses. Ciive Us a Call Before Purchasing. Fleming, Bros Ml. CLIFTON JON KS Dentist OFFICE IN SIMMONS BUILDING Phone: Office No. 8?; Residence 219. Simpson, Cooper & Babb, Attorneys at Law. Will practice In all State Courts. Prompt attention given to all business. SCHEDULES C.N, Ss L. Railroad Co. Schedulo In effect November 21st, 1004 : No. 62 No. 21 No. KS PanxetiKcr Mixwl ox- Frciirht ex Daily COptSun* cept Sun day day Lv Columbia 11 10 a ni C in p m 1 00 u m ar Nowborry 12 30 p m 7 OS p m 3 45 n m nr Clinton 1 22 p m K IS p ni S 2S a m ur Lnurcnn 1 42 p m 8 <1S p in C 00 a in No. S3 No. 22 No. 81 l.v 1.nur.'iw 202 pm 7 00 am S 20 p m ar Clinton 2 22 p m 7 30 nm 0 00 p m ar Newberry 3 10 p m 8 35 um 7 0S pm ar Columbia 1 IS p m 10 30 a m 9 15 p m C. H. GASO.UE. Ajtent. "Oh, I AML SO TIRED!" Is heard daily from old and young, rich and poor. Did'you over stop and consider the cause of this remark? We will venture to say nine cases out of ten are caused by improper digestion. This, or other symptoms of Indigestion such as nervousness, nausea, heart-burn, sour stomacn, flatulency and despondency, should be a warning to you who are in danger of having indigestion, the great est enemy of American health to-day, fasten its merciless fangs on your health. Remember, "A Stitch in time saves nine", and a bottle of the celebrated Kellum's Sure Cure for Indigestion has saved untold misery to people in many parts of this broad land, by curing them permanently of this miserable disease. Yes, not like the pepsin digestives that help for a time, but cures permanently by causing the digestive organs to perform their functions. Nature being such a great rectifier of its own ills, with the assistance of this powerful medicine, gives you a healthy stomach and removes indigestion and its symptoms perma nently. Sold on a $5.00 guarantee. 50 cents and $1.00 per bottle at I .aureus Drug Company. Live Stock Insured! Your Growing Crops Protected From Hail Storms. Old Line F;ire and Life Insurance Companies Represented. Insure the life of your horse or mule with me. I write a policy for $100 which costs $4.00 for the first year and $1.00 a year thereafter. Hail Storm Insurance. In case of a hail storm you would feel mighty good if your crop should be protected in the way of insurance. I write policies of this char acter at 2 per cent, of the valuation. Cotton ranges from $10 to $30 an acre. Corn $8 per acre. I also represent some of the most reliable Old Line and Mutual Fire and Life In surance Companies in the country. See me, there- , fore, for any kind of insurance desired. J. Wade Anderson, Laurens, - South Carolina. Can be Furnished HERE FROM THE l?. i Parlor to the Kitchen With a line of House-Furnishing Goods that are made of the BEST QUALITY of Material, beautifully finished in the latest designs and styles. See our line before you buy, I THE HUB THE HUB Investigation Invites Investment! We indulge in no extravagance when we say that an investigation of almost any of THE HUB'? offer ings will lead you to invest your money Here, rather than go somewhere else?provi ded, of course, that you are ready to make the purchase at once. The more you study Huh .styles and Hub prices, the more you compare them with what is to be had elsewhere >, the surer we are you'll buy here in the end. Just now specially nice and new and pretty things pervade this whole score, and Specially Pleasing Values. MMM?M?MWWPa??^?II.?.???W Summer Stuffs in Great Profusion! We are stocked with an excellent assortment of almost everything any woman can need for sum mer wear, from Ribbons and Belts and Fans, and all such smaller things, up to the most ber vutiful of light-weight Summer Silks and Dress Goods and Trimmings. Of course there are hosts of Pique s, Lawns and other Dainty Summer Goods, but we have not space to tell you of them all. Come , and see. Special for this Week. One case of beautiful striped white Shirt waist Madras, all small and dainty patterns, worth 122c and 15c, the yard 10 cents. Fans and Belts. Belts in endless variety from 10c to 50c each. Our showing of Fans is complete. Price 5c to $1.50. The Hat that Suits the Season. As Summer arrives Millinery needs assume ;< different form. The Hats that will Ik- most I) wanted from now on arc of the light, cool lypc, trimmed in a dainty, summery way?in a way that will appropriately harmonize with dainty Summer time Dresses. The, Ready-to-wear Hats we show are as pretty and jamity as need he; and the ones we make to order are revelations of millinery art. Come in and talk over the Summer Hat question. THE HUB. Laurens, South Carolina.