Historical Newspapers of South Carolina

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TMK FOURTH OF JULY At the University of Tennessee in Knox< ville. The location of Knoxvillo in the geo graphical center of the torritory south of the Potomac and Ohio, at the junc tion of railroads from the north, south, east and west, makes it one of the most accessible points in the Southern States. The city contains about sixty thousand inhabitants, and is noted for its elegant homes and the culture of its pcoplo. The location of the University, 1100 feet above the sea, in the broad valley of 'East Tennessee, surrounded by mountains, is unsupassed for healthful ness and inspiring scenery. The University buildings stand in the beautiful Barbara park of forty acres, shaded and grass-covered, extending over the crest and sides of a high hill on the north bank of the Tennessee River, and commanding a magnificent view from the Chilhoweer and the great Smokies on tho east to the Cumberland mountains on the west?a distance of one hundred miles. On the night of the 3rd, ere the mid night hours had dawned upon us, and our eyes had closed in slumber, the U. T. boys were among us with all their lire-works and bombs. Echo answered echo until it seemed that all the hills were bursting in praise of the coming Fourth. Until the wee small hours of the night had crept in, no one was al lowed to enjoy the sweet pleasures of; dreamland. But on the morning of the glorious Fourth, under the auspices of the Sum mer School of the South, sufficient proof was given that this institution stands first in the observance of this great Na tional holiday. Its marching columns wore composed of representatives not only from the Southern States, but from all parts of the Union. Even Canada, Porto Rica and the Philippine Islands were repre sented. At the head of the proud columns?as it has always done?waved the banner "Excelsior." At 9 o'clock a. tn. the line was formed on the Southern driveway. The in structors, numbering almost one hun dred, were given the post of honor. Those known here as "Barbarians" came next. By this term we mean all not of the Southern States, who are attending this school. Next came the States ar ranged in alphabetical order. The signal was given and the body immediately formed themselves into columns of two. Crouch's military band led the procession. About 1500 persons were marching to the sweet strains of some patriotic air. All robed in white, with their distinctive colors Hying, this procession marched to the main entrance of Jefferson Hall, the auditorium of the University, which easily seats two thousand people. Upon entering the faculty were seat ed on the platform, and the delegates from the different States were shown to seats reserved for them. What a bril liant effect this gave to the scene. Under the direction of Supt. P. B. Claxton the following program was rendered: Music?Crouch's orchestra. Doxology -orchestra and congrega tion. Scripture lesson. Prayer. Reading of Declaration of Indepen dence?Dr. Henry L. Southwick, of Massachusetts. America?orchestra and school. Roll call of states- in alphabetic or der. As roll is called each state will be given five minutes for speech, song or yell. Dixie?orchestra and school. Reading of resolutions- Prof. W. K. T?te, of South Carolina. Resolutions seconded by Mr. Brown, of Alabama. Address?Dr. Charles William Kent, of Virginia. Vote on resolutions. Massing of banners. Star Spangled Banner?orchestra and school. Benediction. The following gives the number from each State with their colors and em blems. As each State was called it re sponded with a song or speaker: About sixteen kindergarteners, red, white and blue sauhes. U. T. students, orange and white. Barbarians, white sashes. Sixty-three from Alabama, crimson and white. Arkansas twenty-two, garnet and white, with the State flower, the apple blossom. Florida twenty-two, white and red sashes and white colonial caps. Georgia one hundercd, blue and white. Kentucky forty-three, cardinal and old gold. Louisiana twenty-one, blue and gold. Maryland fifteen, orange and black. Mississippi seventy-one, blue and red. North Carolina fifty-six. blue and white. South Carolina forty-two, blue and gold, with a large Palmetto banner in the van of the delegation. Tennessee nine hundred and forty-five, white silk badges inscribed with the name Tennessee. Texas forty-four, red, white and blue. Virginia twelve, white and blue sashes with State seal. All carrying flags presenting Washington's face. The feature in Jefferson Hall was the masterly oration of Dr. Charles Kent, of Virginia, which fairlv electrified the large audience, and evoked burst after burst of enthusiastic applause. B. An Open Utter. Greenwood. S. C. W. P. Caine. See. and Treas., Laurons, S. C. Dear Sir: I thank you for the prompt and satis factory settlement of the policy held by my wife, Mrs. Lula Wells, in the Lati rens Branch of the Southern Mutual | Life Insurance Association. I can rec omend your Association to those desir ing safe insurance for small premiums. Again thanking you, I am, Sincerely, R. S. WELLS. See our line of dinner sets consisting of 100 and 102 pieces in different de signs, decorations, and colors. S. M. & E. H. Wilkes & Co. NOTICE. The Annual Reunion of Company C, 14th S. C. V., and Company C, James Third Battalltotl S. C. V., will he held at Union church on Saturday the 11th day of August, I90G. All old Vota and the public are cordially invited to come with well filled baskets that we may have a pleasant and social day. Speak ers will he on hand. B. L. HENDERSON, For Committee. 1785-190? College of Charleston CHARLESTON, S. C. 121st Year begins September 28. Letters, Science, Engineering. One scholarship, giving free tuition, to each county of South Carolina. Tuition $40. Board and furnished room in Dormitory $11 a month. All candidates for ad mission are permitted to compete for vacant Boycc scholarships which pay $100 a year. Eor catalogue, address HARRISON RANDOLPH. President. NOTICE South Carolina Military Academy, Office of the Chairman, Board of Vis itors, Charleston, S. C. i A vacancy in the State Scholarships exists in Laurens County. Application blanks may be obtained ' from the County Superintendent or from the Chairman of the Board of Visitors, Charleston, S. C. Those ap plications, fully made out as directed, must be in the hands of the Chairman by the HOth of Julv. CS. CADSDEN, 49-3t Chairman Board of Visitors. DR.KING'S NEW DISCOVERY Will Surely Stop That Cough; t m DON'T FORGET THE a o I Great Bargain Sale ? IS STILL GOING ON. ^ Bargains are too Numerous to Mention J. ins, Laurens, S. C. I Building Material May Go Up or Go Down . but tlte Trust Fighter clown on the Brandl in our City known as ! H. E. Gray JUST KEEPS ON SELLING Lumber, Sash, Doors and Blinds, Houldings, Laths, Lime, Cement, Hard Plaster for Specially Fine Work, Varnishes. This Trust Fighter and Combination Buster has recently added to the old line of Roofing, known as the No. 1 and No. 2 Shingles, a Metal h Shingle that is not only first-class in every particular, but is fire-proof | and will present a fine appearance to the building on which they are used. Beside the Metal Shingle, he is now carrying in stock Standard Vulcanite and Restoid Roofing, put up in rolls of one square to the roll complete, with all nails and fixtures to make a perfect finish; easy to put on and cheap. Also, Gravel Roofing of two grades, and two classes; price owing to thickness and value. For anything to build with ho will be. glad to figure with you. Call and see me at the same old stand, and see what can be done for you in the way of building material. I thank my friends for their patronage in the past, and hope to merit their continued favors in the future. Respectfully, H. E. GRAY, LAURENS, S. C, July 10th, 190G. Gl HAN I) MID-SUMMEU IX) VIA Leave Laurens, 7:00a. in., to take Special Train Leaving t' LI NT?N, S. ('., at 10:00 a. m., 9 Arriving Atlanta, Ga., 3:00 P. M. Round Trip^ jj j Round Trip Special 'Trains returning will leave Atlanta 11:00 p. m., Eastern time, Wednesday, July 25th, L0O0. Tickets also good to return on regular trains up to and including S. A. L. No. 82 Friday, duly 27th. This is the first Kxcursion of the Season to tho Gate City Of tho South, and every one should take this opportunity to visit Atlanta. Don't fail to visit Ponce Del .eon, the greatest amusement re sort in tho South. "Take a ride on the great Tobogan slide! See tho show at tho Casino! Boating on the Lake. Fast Schedules, good coaches, perfect order. For all information, call on nearest Seaboard Agent, or write tho undersigned. J, P, LIVINGSTON, 8. A., C. N. & L. W. L. BURROUGHS, T. P. A , S. A. L. Columbia, South Carolina. C. II. GASQUE, Agent. Laurens, S. (J. ?"??Tfi^rirm.iii iiiiiiiinowMtfh>wmi?iimhwnwiiwummm ??<? ym' Kg The MILL SALE Will Continue Only a [IV ?< nsrer We still have many Wonderful Values we are offering- the People. Come while the opportunity is open to you to get so many argains. We will let you know the date the Sale will close later. DAVIS, ROPER & CO., i LAURENS, SOUTH CAROLINA y ?Mm