Historical Newspapers of South Carolina

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FROM CANADA BACK TO LAURENS i % (Written For The Advertiser.) \\ t *M>* JM> f \ I ?? ?> f ft ft* *?* ?*?.? *> *)>-?-t ? ? ? ? **** Following is the sei ond and last In stallment of the accounts given by "One of The Party", concerning tin1 dip to Canada ami return of n party of I.aureus tourists; We left Quebec with its many at tractions on the night of September IP, via the 15rand Trunk railway, pass- 1 lug Plattsburg, N. Y , and arriving al i Fluff Point, tlie most commanding promontory on Lake Chaniplnin; be ing Bomewhai delayed our party was eager for breakfast, which was de lightfully served at the Hotel Cham plain, ii landing summer resort. This -?ili-Ml is almost uneipialed in location. Oquipmi nt and general management, the cuisine ami service being of the highest Standard, Time will not al low us to Rttl mpt a detailed descrip tion of the grounds' here, which con sist of 4fi0 acres of beautiful parks. Woodland roadways and lawns; the hotel is built upon solid rook over looking an unrivaled landscape of mountain, lake and forest. We sp< i.t one hour here ami really It seemed to afford the proprietor pleasure in showing us the many at tractions around this place from the observatory, where we get y grand view of Lake Champlain with moun tains on either side and the many pleasure launches floating gracefully over its majestic waters. We were taken by clevatcii's to the Grotto; wo fell as though WO were in a veritable fairy land, surrounded as we were by the most fragrant plants cd every va riety. This little a; .ilici.il cave was so con- j Hlructcd as to mal? one feel as though | be were away off in some dreamy ' woodland surrounded by birds, (low ors, ferns, shrubbery, and the cosiest ! little nooks foi refreshment. Our time being up here we are soon off foi Porl Kent on the Delaware & Hudson railroad, (and by (he way (he scenery* along this .oad is of unparalleled loveliness). From Fort Kent we are conveyed by electric cars a distance of three miles lo Altsablc chasm, over looking Lake Champlain. A lengthy description would be necessary lo do justice to this interesting place, but we must content ourselves With a Synopsis of some id it? most striking features. Thons;.nds of tourists annually visit (his natural wonder, "The Vosemite of the Fast '. which Is said to rank next to Nlsgarn fulls among nature's masterpieces, and should be visited by every one in search of the extraordi nary and beautiful In nature. The Wonders of Hits great canyon of the Atisntilo have In n made easy of aC ces-;, the desoVent and ns.^oni being 1111 : h I lui r.l fissure in [he chasi able; it two mil l ? i i i l of it i i l ? Maud ? .. ? shoe rails fbpth grand obstacles), t il - ? i ? b vel Ih or. and le a ? , nnlly we . the Heut Ittel where p. 01? I. I, . . r< ? assured of the safo(y of our pa- a.-' i when we realized we were passing through places where the width was only H> ft. With a Wall on either side towering 200 ft. and a ii. i>:h of water beneath us ranging from t'.o :,, fr. Having sufficiently taken In the sights of this grand chasm, on Sunday morning. 12tIi inst., We wended our way by electl'IC car hack to Fort Kent, from which point we hoarded the steamer Vermont and were soon glid ing placidly over the waters of Fake Champlain. This lake of exceeding beauty Is P e great thoroughfare of pleasure travel to and from the Adif ondaek mo Mains of Montreal. Que bec and fit her northern resorts. To its Incoii arabiy grand ami beautiful scenery is added the opportunity of visiting l ny of the most Improffslvo and Interesting historic ruins on the Amerlear continent-?Old Fort Tlcoil deroga, : t St. Frederick and Fort Montgomery, all in New York. Hehl In POP ? don by three nations, this wns tl ? immoil theatre of their tri* iimpliK a .' iefeats. All along across the lake wo have superb views of the Adirondack mountains of rare historic aBsoeia'' lying as it does midway befw ? long ranges of the Adl ron hloh are termed "the na Hons pleasure grounds," -and the Croon niountnins of Vermont. Tills lake is a built I Id miles long and from one to three miles in width. Its blue waters are well stocked with pickerel, pike ami perch, ami the bans fishing is the best known anywhere. After traveling about boms on this mag nlflci nt lake, enjoying Its pure moan- ? lain atmosphere ami varied attrac tions, we arrive at Kt. Tlcoilderoga on the Delaware & Hudson railroad; traveling about one hour by rail we arrive at Baldwin, where we change again from the railroad to the hand some steamer Sagamon ia model of the ship builder's art), on beautiful Lake George. We are really lost for language to describe the beauties of this lake; it is thought by some to he without doubt one of tlie most pic turesque snnnner resorts in America. Queenly in its majesty, peerless in beauty, with a wealth of historic facts, while gliding on its clear waters with the spurs of the Adirondaeks towering above oil one side and the blue hills of Vermont on the other, it holds the mind and senses captive. Herbert Spencer says in his auto biography: "Lake George is the most picturesque thing I saw in the Cnlted States. Three of our ISnglish lakes placed end to end would be something like it ia extent ami scenery". The islands that seem to t'.oat upon its glgssy waters, the soothing atmos phere, (he beautiful villas along the coast with their prety gardens and wall..- extending to the very brink of the lake, ibe harmonious coloring of its verdiie-clnd mountains, all tend to t.t Plxo traveler's thoughts to their delightful surroundnigs. it is said that Lake (icorgC is the most fre quent d of all American waters, and it is generally conceded thai it sur passes any of the fumed Scotch or lOngllsb lakes In every essential ele ment of lake or mountain scenery. We though! While we oil the St. Law rence river that nothing could be more beautiful in the way of so. aery than the stem- presented While passing through Thousand islands, but the consensus of opinion of our party gen erally was. that the ride over the waters of Lake George was by far the ' prettiest water route on all of our round. 6:30 p. m .brings us to Sara toga Springs, the ever attractive, all sati-'fyiiig summer resort. How often in childhood days we've beard the name "Saratoga Springs" where the fond parents of many of us l ave sutn ! mercd in y< ars gone by. The name 1 is but tl.e synonym of all that is gay ! and joyous; it is a place of {.veal ae j tivity and lavish entertainment, at every step something is found to en gage one's attention, I'nfortunately i our stop at this famous resort was so late in the afternoon and of such short duration as to render it impossible to sec as much of the place as we would like 10 have seen: how ver. we were here long enough lo : ike dinner, after which our party diso ivsed in different directions vis It big soino of the famous springs, from wihclt wo were permit Hie life-git I'romptly ril o'clock we wer,' all i ? issetiibled and i oliifortublo again in our car and are hotV ( :; our way to N<w York \ ia the New York Central ,vi Hudson lliver railroad; ;:t ::;"i? WO arrive safely at the New York Grand Ceiit?il station, whe.e we r-main in our car until 8 a. ni. Tl.?? morning of tlic tilth we awake to t'.ml bUi'selves in the great city of New York, the metropolis of our nation; we Ore soon conveyed by automobiles to a Very delightful hotel The Imperial?on I'.roadway ami ftlsi street. After breakfasting we ai.oon off In ^iuht seeing cars, provided with guides to point out all the places of note, on a I -l-ihilc drive lh rough the residential district, showing us Millionaires' row. Fifth avenue, Central park. Morning' side park. Live;- hie park, llivcrslde. drive, viewing the charming Hudson, visiting Crant's tomb, and various other places till we wvro aware the day was gOUfl and one eyes almost tired of Bight-seeing were willing to rest till the morrow. On the 1 Ith Inst, bright and early, automobiles were at Iii? hotel door ready to take ii. on the famous "down town drive", the guide pointing out to us tho va . rious points of interest associated i with New York in its I ?itch, British and American periods; also visiting Wall street. Trinity church, one of the oldest churches In the City, Hut we could go 01. and mention place after place; suffice It to say. we felt as though we were surfeited on sight , Seeing. However, we would like to make especial mention of our ride on a specially chartered pleasure boat around Manhattan Island. New York being situated on this island. It gave us an Idea of the Immensity of the city, the guides calling our attention j to many places of historic interest. On this trip we had a splendid view I of the Palisades of the Hudson. We are not attempting anything like a Continued on page 7. hi Be it ever 50 Humble there's no place like home if it is your own. It isn't necessary that it should be so humble in your case, however. We'll sell you a Home for a little money down and take the balance in easy monthly pay ments. You can move rindit in and free yourself from paying rent at once. Brjng your wife when you come to see us about it. She'll appreciate the oppor tunity. & BLAKELY. Todd Building Laurcr.?. S. C 8 1 PHOTOGRAPHS The McCord \ Studio I will copy any Photo, en- |; \ large any picture and ? I make High Grade Pho- ? ? tographs for you at the ? ? very lowest prices. No ? I photographer can do ? ? more nor offer any << I more special inducement ?| I than the $j I HcCord Studio || has always done. ? I The McCord Studio's 1 8 < motto is ? < i ? "Best Pictures, Lowest ? 8 Prices" \ a I Come to sec us. William Solomon jeweler a lid Watch Maker Your watches, clocks and jewelry will last longer if properly re paired. Proper work can only be clone by a specialist. I make it my specialty to repair Watches, ClocKs and Jewelry, and to guarantee it to give satisfaction. My line of Jewelry is new and up-to-date and of the best quality. A trial will convince you. William Solomon Expert Watch Maker and Jeweler Graduate Optician Next to Gray's Hotel I?aurens, S? C. DR. CLIFTON JONES Dentist Office in Simmons Ouilding Phone: Office No. so-. Residence 210. Splendid School Shoes! | THE rough and tumble games of School life require the best of Shoes for the Boys and Girls. A general impression exists that this is the best place to buy School Shoes. It's a right impression, too! We won this reputation by giving special attention to all our School Shoes and always providing the best. - i ? - -??? ? Nothing; but sturdy leather can go into our School Shoes. Every point, where the wear is heavy, is double stayed. The Uppers and Soles are Waterproofed. Lace, Button or Blucher cut. Nothing omitted that could in any way, better our School Shoes. Boys' Shoes, $1.25, $1.50, $.75, $2.oo, $2.50, $3.50. Girls' Shoes, #1.25, $1.50, $1.75, $2.00. Then our expert fitting must be considered for we make it our business to see that every Shoe fits the foot properly. X R. E. Copeland ? The Shoe .Man, Laurens, S. C. 55 Customers Slu es Shined Free The One Trice Shoe Store. 8 Clinton, S. C. October 19, 6 Beginning at 10 o'leock a. in. M A rare chance to invest in good paying jjj 8 lots. Be there promptly on day of sale 8 _ 3%-jS H Nine lots 25xloo feet fronting on Main st. M 8 Two lots 21 x8o ft. fronting on Musgrove st <v> 19 One dwelling lot on Musgrove street. |S The Vance dwelling on Musgrove street. & All this property is in the very heart ? ? of Clinton, and will be sold to the highest bidder. Invest your money in Clinton dirt. J. N. LEAK The Real Es* tte Man 8 ig Who Divides the Earth io Suit Your Purse.