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? Economizes the use of flour, but ter and eggs; makes the biscuit, cake and pastry more appetiz ing, nutritious and wholesome. ABSOLUTELY PURE This is the only baking; powder made from Royal Grape Cream of Tartar, It Has No Substitute Thoro nro Alum and kfioephate of Lime mixtures ?old at ? lower price, but no housekeeper regarding tho health Of bar family can afford to nae thorn. SOUTHERN ROAD TO REDUCE ITS RATES After First of April Straight Fares on This Road Will be Two and a Half Cents. Columbia, Jan. 3. ?South Carolina will get the benefit, so far as the South ern Railway is concerned, of the reduc tion in rates made by legislative enact ment in other States of the South, but without the turmoil of legislative agita tion and without the expense of pro longed litigation. President W. W. Finley, of the South ern Railway, at a conference in the Governor's oflice today, stated that on April 1, 1908, the Southern Railway would put into effect in South Carolina the following rates: For straight tickets, 2? cents per mile. For family mileage books, 2i cents per mile. For 1,000-mile and 2,000-milo mileage books, 2 cents per mile. The conference was attended by Gov ernor Ansel, Attorney General Lyon, Chairman Caughman, of the railroad commission, and Commissioners Sullivan and Earle on the part of the State, and by President Finley, Vice President Gulp, General Counsel Thorn and Divi sion Counsel Abney on the part of the Southern Railway. The conference was held in the office of the Governor and was open, being attended by the news paper men. Mr. Finley, in a conversational way, put the proposition of the Southern be fore the Governor, explaining as he went along the reasons for the different rates and the reasons governing the railroad in making this proposition. He explained that the Southern on account of the fairness with which South Caro lina had treated the railroads had a disposition to give the State the benefit of the reduced rates, and consequently the Southern intends, without compul sion, to put into effect the rates which it has proposed as a compromise in North Carolina, Georgia and Alabama. He felt assured that the agreement en tered into would be made effective in these States, and perhaps in Virginia also. The same- treatment promised South Carolina would be given Tennes see, which has also been liberal in the matter of legislation. Fever Sores. Fever sores and old chronic, sores should not be healed entirely, but they .should be kept in healthy condition. This can be done by applying Chamber lain's Salve. This salve has no su perior for this purpose. It is also most excellent for chapped hands, sore nip ples, burns and diseases of the skin. For sale by Laurens Drug Co. Death of Charlie McCullough. Mr. C. S. McCullough, mayor of Dar lington, who was reared in Greenville county, near Princeton, and who was well known in Laurens, died of heart affection last Saturday. Stomach Trouble Cured. If you have any trouble with your stomach you should take Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets. Mr. J. P. Kioto, of Edina, Mo., says: "I have used a great many different medicines for stomach trouble, but find Chamber lain's Stomach and Liver Tablets more beneficial than any other remedy I ever used." For sale by Laurens Drug Co. LOCAL AND PERSONAL MENTION. Afte? a ten days' visit in Laurens, Mr. Kail w. Sloan, who has been liv ing at Darlington for the past six or c'tfht yea-3 ieft this week for Oklaho , ^, Oklahoma, where he will prob ab'y Wcate for the future.*] Jj&nator McGowan and Ropresenta ? *r'ives Cannon and Miller came up for a day or so during the recess of the General Assembly for Lee's birthday. Mr. Archie Young, of Ninety-Six, is visiting his father and other relatives in Laurens. Pocahontas PERFUME Will be "All the rage" at the Jamcston Exposition? Have you tried it? For Sale by Dodson-Bdwards Drug Co. Laurens, S. C. Chamberlain's Cough Remedy Cures Colds, Croup and Whooping Cough. Had a Personal Difficulty. Special Agent W. C. Moore, of the South Carolina Division of the Farmers' Union, became involved in a personal difficulty yesterday afternoon, in his offices in the Vickers-Cauble building, with several out of town men. Mr. Moore was severely bruised about the face. The fight caused a considerable amount of excitement in the building. There was no warrant sworn out by Moore, however. It is understood that he will consider this later. The police did not take up the matter at the time, but the names of a number of men were placed in their hands, and arrests may follow. The cause of the fight was purely from a personal difference over a busi ness matter, and unfortunately went too far. It is said that the lie was passed, and that this immediately pre ceded the blows. All was over in a few moments, and everything was se rene about the office. Aliud Your Business. If you don't nobody will. It is your business to keep out of all the trouble you can, and you can and will keep out of liver and bowel trouble if you take Dr. King's New Life Pills. They keep biliousness, malaria and jaundice out of your system. 25c at Lauiens Drug Co. and Palmetto Drug Co. Judge Kohlsaat Decision. Chicago, January 9, ? Judge Kohlsaat, in the United States Circuit Court, ren dered a decision this afternoon in favor of the government in the suit against Captain Oberlin M. Carter, former United States army engineer, charged with having defrauded the federal gov ernment to the extent of $700,000 through conspiracy. The court ruled that Carter was not entitled to the $400,000 in unregistered railroad bonds and other securities traced by the government to safety de posit vaults and banks in various parts of the country. Under the decision the government will retain the securities and the famous case, which resulted in the conviction of Captain Carter and of Greene and Gaynor and the imposing of penitentiary sentences, is brought to a close. Funds of Captain Carter, which the government claims were proceeds of Carter's collusion with Greene and Gay nor, are tied up by suits pending in the federal courts of New York, New Jer sey, West Virginia, Georgia and Illi nois. By agreement, all of these were consolidated and tried before Judge Kohlsaat in the United States Circuit Court in Chicago, about a year ago. It is the claim of Carter that the funds in question were given him by his father-in-law, the late Robert F. Wes cott, of New York. The case grew c^l of the construcr tion of certain river and harbor im provements on the coast of Georgia. The government prosecutors contend that the army officer and the contract ors defrauded the government in the sum of $2,225,000, and that one-third of the amount, or about $750,000, went to Captain Carter. Special assistant to the United States Attorney Goneral, Martin B. Krwing, was assigned to the prosecution of the cases, and, after several years' work, $700,000 invested by Carter in various States was traced and seized. The hearing before Judge Kohlsaat extended over several weeks, and scores of witnesses were examined. The judge, in his opinion, sajd: "It must be borne in mind that the transactions in this suit covered a per iod from ^December, 1K91, to December, 1907, during which years a number of contracts were let, and that even though Carter was not in actual con spiracy with the contractors, yet if ho knew of the vast profits and the prices allowed them on the earlier work it was his duty to investigate thoroughly the situation and sec to it that the govern ment thereafter paid no more than was fair and just. Even negligence, under such circumstances, would have amount ed to fraud. If, therefore, Cartor was cognizant of the fact that the contract ors were reaping abnormal profit from the 1892 work, and that Wescott was interested in that profit and was turn ing it over to him under any kind of cover or his share of said profit, he was false to his trust, and should be held liable to make good to the government all the fruits of his fraudulent act. "Without passing-directly upon the question as to whether Carter had ac tual knowledge of and connived at this raid on the government, the facts brought out are such that ho must, as a conclusion of law, be held chargeab|o with knowledge of what was being done in the premises. This fact alono makes it cloar that tho government is entitled to a decree awarding to it each and every one of said pieces of property held by the receiver which shall be found to have been purchased directly or indirectly with moneys received by Wescott or anyone else, or in any way arising from funds made up as profits realized by the contractors under the contracts in the suit." Mr. Wescott, mentioned in the opin ion was Carter's father-in-law, charged by the government with having made investments of funds sent to him by Carter, which funds, it was alleged, were part of the funds diverted by Carter and the contractors, Greene and Gaynor. Don't Take the Risk. When you have a bad cough or cold do not let it drag along until it becomes chronic bronchitis or develops into an attack of pneumonia, but give it the attention it deserves and get rid of it. Take Chamberlain's Cough Remedy and you are sure of prompt relief. From a small beginning the sale and, use of this preparation has extended to all parts of the United States and to many foreign countries. Its many remarkable cures of coughs and colds have won for it this wide reputation and extensive use. Sold by Laurens Drug Co. Last Fighting at Appomattox. The Petersburg Index-Appeal says that the Charlotte Observer cannot pos sibly prove that North Carolina troops did the last fighting at Appomattox, and adds: "The writer of this paragraph was on the spot, and knows what he is talk ing about. The first fighting, as well as the last fighting, at Appomattox was done by Hampton's Legion, mounted infantry, under command of Lieut. Col. R. B. Arnold, Brig. Gun. M. W. Gary being present and participating. In fact, Gen. Gary ordered the charge un der a misapprehension, and was in formed of the surrender of Gen. Lee in the midst of the charge. There are members of the Hampton Legion now living in Charleston?Stephen Elliott Welch, Frank Taylor and others?who know this to be true, and they ought to put the fact on permanent record." The writer of this paragraph is 'Dick' Barham, as he is called by his old comrades-in-arms, the very capable editor of the Petersburg newspaper. We have no doubt that he "knows what he is talking about," but that will not make the slightest difference to the Charlotte Observer. It never knows what it is talking about when it comes to matters of history. What it has writ, it has writ. The above fs taken from the editorial columns of the News and Courier, and will be of interest to many Laurena county veterans, especially members of Hampton's Legion, including the gal lant Lieut.-Col. R. B. Arnold, who is referred to, and who resides near Princeton, just across the line in Green ville county. How is Your Digestion? Mrs. Mary Dowling, of No* 228 8th avenue, San Francisco, recommends a remedy for stomach trouble. She says: ' 'Gratitude for the wonderful effect of Electrie Bitters in a case of acute indi gestion prompts this testimonial. I am fully convinced that for stomach and liver troubles Electric Bitters is the best remedy on the market today." This great tonic and alterative medi cine invigorates the system, purifies the blood, and is especially helpful in all forms of female weakness. 50c at Laurens Drug Co. and Palmetto Drug Co., druggists. Weak Kidneys ?w?** KidneT?. r?relr,point 4c- weak kidney V*rrw. The Kidneys, Uio the.Heart, and tho ?tomaab, find their weakness, not In the organ Itself, but In the nerves that control and guide and strengthen them. Dr. Bhoop's ReetoretTvo Is m modtcino specifically prepared to roach these controlling nerves. To doctor tho Kidneys alone, Is futile. It is a waste of Uno, and of money as w?U. If your hack aches or is weak, if the urine scalds, or is dark and strong. If you have Symptoms of Brlghts or other distressing or dangerous kid ney disease, try Dr. Shoop's Rostorativoa month? Tablets or Liquid?und see what it can and will do for you. Druggist recommend and sell Dr. Shoop's Restorative PALMETTO DRUG CO. *oqoooooooooooooooooooooo* Awaiting a Purpose It is a very common thin}? for money to lie idle, awaiting a particular purpose. When left at this bank, such funds are made to earn interest during the waiting period. The Bank of Laurens The Bank For Your Savings. *ooooooooooooooqooooooooo* Get Your Garden Ready to Plant. We have the seeds of the best dealers--a full line of all the dif ferent varieties. Silver skin Onion Setsr Yellow Danver Onion Sets. Palmetto Drug Co. 1 ******* % Now is the Time I I to Buy a Buggy I I or Wagon. ? A Now that the money market |j! % is getting easier, lay your plans }| d> to get that Buggy or Wagon AS $ you have been needing. We ? # handle only the best and most j| 4 reliable grades and will take 4 pleasure in showing you our & m stock' t (is (ft I Yours to Please H. Douglas Gray & Co. f Assessor's Notice. The Auditor's Office will be open from the 1st day of January to the 20th day of February, 1908, to make returns of personal property and real estate, where any changes have been made since last return for taxatic n in Lau rens. For the convenience of the taxpayers the Auditor' or his deputy will attend the following named places to receive returns for said year, to-wit: Reno, January 20, from 10 a. m. to 2 p. m. Clinton, January*21, from 10 a. m. to 2 p. m. Clinton Mills, January 21, Irom 5 p. m. to 8 p. m. Lydia Mills, January 22, from 9 a. m. to 12 m. Mountville, January 23, from 10 a. m. to 2 p. m. Cross Hill, January 24, from 10 a. m. to 2 p. m. Waterloo, January^27, from 101 a. m. to 2 p. m. Dr. W. C. Thompson's, January 28, from 10 a. m. to 2 p. m. Martin's Store, January 29, from 9 a. m. to 12 m. Brewerton, January 29, from 1. p. m to 4 p. m. Sharpe's Store, January 30, from 9j a. m. to 12 m. Princeton, January 30, from 1 p. m. to 4 p. m. Tumbling Shoals, January 31, from 10 a. to 2 p. m. D. D. Harris', February 3, from 10 a. m. to 2 p. m. Abner Babb, February 4, from 10 a. m. to 2 p. m. V. A. White, February 5,'from 10 a. m. to 2 p. m. Cook's Store, February 6,'. from 10 a. m. to 2 p. m. Stewart's Store, February 7, from 10 a. m. to 2 p. m. Young's, February 8, from 10 a. m. to 12 m. Pleasant Mound, February 8, 2 p. m. to 4 p. m. Lanford, February 10, from 9 a. m. to 12 m. Ora, February 10, from 2 p. m. to 4 p. m. Watts Mill, February 11, from 2 p. m. to 8 p. m. AIT male citizens between the ages of 21 and 60 years on the 1st of January, except those who are incapable of earn ing a support from being maimed or from other causes, are deemed polls, Confederate veterans excepted. All taxpayers are required to give Townships and No. of School District; also state whether property is situated in town or country. After the 20th of February 50 per cent, penalty will be attached for fail ure to make returns. C. A. POWER, Auditor. Dec. 11, 1907. 19tf You can always find here any articles in Agate, Blue, Gray and Tinware that you may want for your kitchen at money-saving prices. S. M. & E. H. Wilkes & Co., JrVov Discriminate, .- Vi'?"i'WPER In the selection of your personal effect whether apparel or jewelry, you will appreciate the Ui.tha ExcLVSIVBNESa of THE HOWARD WATCH Let us present the newest models for your inspection We also sell the Elgin, Wal tham, Rockford and South Bend Watches. Fleming Bros. Reliable Jewelers. How about a good Mattress and spring for your bed ? If you want the kind that will last and give satisfaction see our line before you buy, as it will be money saved for you. S. M. & E. II. Wilkes & Co,, Chamberlain's Cough Remedy Cures Colds, Ciouj>uih1 WllOOpUlfl Criigh. Our Line of Sewing Machines That are made of the best quality of material, and are constructed with less works which keeps the" machine from getting out of shape. They are easy to operate and on account of buying them in large quantities direct from the manufacturers we get them at prices that enables us to sell you the best con structed and best finished sewing machines for what you would have to pay for a cheaper quality at other places. Before you buy be sure to let us show you our line. i Beardless Barley for Sale and 500 bushels of Field Peas at good attractive prices. M. H. FOWLER. Write at once and learn why wo secure beat . positions, und beat salaries for our graduates. *l KlIGBNK ANUERSON. Pre3. ^ Simpson, Cooper & Babb, Attorneys at Law. Will practice in all St*lo Courts Prompt auontlon'jriven to all busiue s MONUMENTS. If you are in need of a nice Monu ment fojr loved ones I am prepared to furnish it to you at very reasonable prices. See'me J. WADE ANDERSON, Laurens, S. C. DR. CLIFTON JOKES Dentist OFFICE IN SIMMONS BUILDING Phone: Office No. 86: Residence 219. HO LUSTER'S Hocky Mountain Tea Nuggets A Busy Medicine for Bu:y People. Brings Golden Health and Renewed Vigor. A specific for Constipation, Indigestion, T.lvcr ind Kidney troubles, l'lmples, Eczoma, Impure Blood. Hiul llrcatli. Slufffflfth Bowels. Headache ami DttOkaohO. Its Ilocky Mountain Tea in tab let form, :!."> cents a box. Genuino mailo by UOM48TBR DltUQ COMPANY. Madison, Wis. "?OLDEN NUUGF.TS FOR SALLOW PEOPLE Tetter, Salt Rheum and Eczema Are cured by Chamberlain's Salvo. One npplica iic .i relieves llie Itching and burning sensation Chamberlain's Cough Remedy Cures Colds, Croup and Whoupiug Cough. "Last Fall," writes Mrs. S. G. Bailey, of Tun nelton, W. Va., "I was going down by inches, from female disease, with great pain. After tak ing Cardui, Ohl My I How I was benefited! I am not well yet, but am so much better that I will keep on taking Wine of Cardui till 1 am perfectly cured." Despite the envious attacks of jealous enemies and rivals, Cardui still holds supreme position today [as in the past 70 years] for the relief and cure of female diseases. It stops pain, tones up the organs, regulates the functions, and aids in the replacement of a misplaced organ. FREE ADVICE Write us a letter describing nil your symptoms, and wo will send you Free Advice, In plain sealed envelope. Address: Ladles Advlsoi v I >epai I men!, Tiio Chattanooga Medicine Co., < limit i nooga, Tenn. ???? At Every Drag Store in $1.00 Bottles. I i tarlleit Iles<W. n-,?illuDi t\u> t i.Hl.nl ?lilpiM.r, Prllcinuifor UM?. By theHUNDRED, THOUSAND or MILLION of the above three favorite 0 varieties. Grown in the open field and will Stand severe cold without Injury. Lot money 1 accompany your order; otherwise plants will bo shipped C. O. D., and you will have to pay J roturn charirea on tho money. Prices, t. o. b. Younfr'p Island, fl. C: BOO for $1.00; 1 to 4,000 at $1.50 per 1,000; !? tr\ S.000 at J1.26 per 1,000; 0 to 90,000 at $1 00 por 1.000. Special prices on larger quanli tieft. Kul! count and Batiufnctlon guaranteed or money refunded. Folder on Cabbage < . by C. M. Gibaon mallod iroo on application. Cheap express rutcs to nil points. Mail your ordern to C. M. GIBSON, Young's Island?, ?. C. ?j (t RED IRON RACKET f ' Sells for Less. = = = == Red Hot Values. I Special lot of Earthenware, 2? 3) 4 and 5 gallon Churns | A at lUCgal, iooo lbs. ping Tobacco, Baby Rnth, jo lb. boxes ?< worth $3.25, onr Red ^ f| C Hot price 15c ping 10c ?zr & box T case Piedmont Cigarettes with 1 c enpons in each package Asy cigaretts, cost yon Save 25 per cent. pack. Come to Red Iron Racket for what yon want, yon'll be apt to find it here and for less money than elsewhere. Wall Paper Deal. Jnst received a '.g wagon load of wall paper at a special price, hoc, 15c and 18c per double roll, 16 yards. Now paper your room Big lot of Brooms jnst received and they arc going ont at clean sweeping prices. ?Special Shirt Sale. Jnst received 1000 Men's Shirts, bought from a Shirt manufactory that was hard up for money which we bought at a big Discount. We now throw this lot of Shirts on the market at a sacrifice. Lot No. 1. 35c Lot No. 2. 42c Lot No. 3. 47c The above Shirts arc big values. Big job in Ladies' Shoes, $1.25 value, size 3-4-5, to go at 68c Big job Men's and Boy's Fur Hats, worth $1.00, our Red Hot quick sale price* to A Full House Clothing, Hals, Shoes, Pants, all going at walk out prices. Come epiick and gel you: lit. Prices arc Red Hot. Special lot Men's Pants now going 98c, #I.l8 and #1.39. Buy now and save money. .Special Whip Deal. Buggy Whips 8c, 15c and 19c each, worth 35 pel cent, more money. You must sec ill our new annex our special offerings 5c, (oc, 131*, 1 ,se and 25c assortments of useful house hold wares. Flower Pots 1-2 and 1 gallon sizes at 5 and 10c each. Watch us this year roll the goods out at cut prices. Cash commands Lowest prices. We are strong believers in Big Sales and little profits Yours for Business J. C Burns & Co. Laurens, Greenwood and Spartanburg, S. C. is