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HON. R. A. COOPER NOT A CANDIDATE FOR ATTORNEY GENERAL OF 80. CAR. A report was circulated from Co lumbia last week to the effect that Hon. R. A. Cooper, of this county, would be a candidate this summer for the office of Attorney General of South Carolina. The report was neither af firmed nor denied from Columbia. The statement not coming from Mr. Cooper himself, a representative of The Ad vertiser approached' him Monday on the question. Mr. Cooper, in reply i to the question, Btated that ho was j not a candidate for the office. So this statement puts an end to the rumor. Mr. Cooper was engaged a largo part of the day Monday receiving the encouragement and promise of sup-j I port from his many friends in this county and at the same time denying to them that he was to run. The following is the report sent out from Columbia to The News and Courier: Columbia, February 14.?It 1b an nounced today by friends "f Solicitor R. A. Cooper, of the Judicial circuit, in cluding Laurens, his home, that he will be a candidate for Attorney Gen eral. Mr. Cooper has been one of the most aggressive and successful solid-, tors in the State, and is a man of the highest standing. Mr. Cooper expects to enter the primary, from the reports that have been made regardless of who goes into the race. LEGISLATURE TAKES RECESS UNTIL MAY Will Probably Remain In Session Cou ple of Dnjs mid Then Adjourn un til Some Time in Mny. The house and senate adjourned Saturday night at 11:80 o'clock to meet today at 8 |). in. The senate Will nlBO reconvene tonight. This is the first time In a number of years that the general assembly lias found it necessary to take a recess and pro long its annual session beyond the 40 days. The report of the committee on free conference on the appropriation bill was not heard. A member of the con ference committee said that about 16 sections of the bill had been discuss ed and agreed upon, whan a "Bnag" was struck. The appropriation bill consequently was not adopted. The report of the free conference committee will be taken up when the general assembly reconvenes tonight. Many changes were made in the ap propriation bill by the senate which debated it at length Saturday morn ing. At 8:35 p. m. the appropriation bill was returned to the house by the sen ate with amendments. On the motion of Mr. Browning, the house refused to concur in the senate's amendments. At 9 p. m. the senate notified the ""'house that it insisted upon its amend ments. Senators W. L. McLaurln. Har din and McCown and Representatives Drowning, Kirklaud, and Cary wert appointed on the committee of free conference. The house passed to third reading Saturday morning the senate joint resolution to conclude the winding up of the affairs of "the late State dis pensary." The measure provides that the present State dispensary coinmls sion be abolished. This commission, appointed by Qov. niease, cost the State over $3,000 during 1911, but did not collect a cent or do any "winding up" which brought money into the State treasury. The Joint resolution further au thorizes the attorney general to set tle all claims uf the State which arose out of the transactions of the former State dispensary, thus conferring the powers of the State dispensary com mission npon the attorney general. The amount agreed upon to be paid to the State Is to be fixed by the attorney general, and the chairmen of the flnanco committees of the house and senate. The house received Friday night the report of the special committee ap pointed to Investigate tho Todd claim for $13,5r)0, for preparing plans pro posing to enlarge the State house. The report of the committee declares that A. W. Todd acted knowingly without authority of law In drawing up the plan? for which he demands pay ment and that his claim is not based on legal grounds. The report was ordered printed In the journal together with the steno graphic copy of the voluminous tes timony upon which It Is based. The report Is signed by the mem bers of- the Investigating committee: L. M. Gasquo, chairman; It. II. Bel 8er, secretary; J. R. Connor, .1/ H, Miller and J. W. Royd. Both the house and senate have orf dercd the bill creating a state system of cotton warehouses enrolled for rat ification. The report of the committee on free conference on the measure was adopted by both houses Thursday morning. The senate has not yet passed fin ally the-general appropriation bill, and this must be gotten out of the way, it is thought, before the reces:; is tak en. The resolution in the senate, to return to work next Wednesday night was adopted with little difficulty, but In the house, an amendment of this character was iirst rejected, and later taken up and passed. The governor signed the anti-racing bill Friday, following its ratification by the general assembly Thursday night. The measure was passed by the legislature after being amended so- as to eliminate the injunction feature, and is designed to put an end to bet ting on horse racing in South Caro lina. The provisions of the bill be come ^effective on July 1. The governor wrote the following note under his signature, "If my sen ate amendment as to the 'Charleston Jockey club' has been sustained this act would not be necessary." The title of the bill is: "To prevent betting, pool-selling, bookmaklng, bets or wagers and to provide punishment for such offenses and to declare same or any of them a common nuisance." The anti-racing measure was intro duced in the house by Mr. Osborne of Spartnnburg and Mr. Erchmann of Charleston.?The State. "BETSY HAMILTON". Delightful Entertainer Will Be In Clinton Next Friday the 23rd. Mrs. M, V. Moore, celebrated over the South as "Betsy Hamilton," the Author-Entertainer, will be in Clin ton next Friday the 23rd. The en tertainment will be given for the ben efit of the Clinton Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution. Those who will hear "Betsy Hamilton" are certain of an evening without a dull moment, full of fun as well as in structive. As Joel Chandler Harris, the great author has said?"Her recit als are a revelation in art. You don't know the best phases of some of our Southern dialect until you hoar "Betsy Hamilton, in her interpretation of her own work." Improving in Health. Mr. I). F. Balentlne, a former resi dent of this county who now lives at Spartanburg, was in the city several days ago on business. Mr. Balentlne had just received a letter from his son, Mr. W. M. Balentlne, who Is now New Mexico for his health, stat ing that he was now getting along very well and was improving in health. IJefore going to New Mexico, Mr. Bal entlne worked 'for several years for tho Baptist church in Cuba erecting Churches, but his health failed him and he had to come home and later go west. Ills friends in this county will be glad to learn that he is getting better. Three Thousand Buckeln. Many peoplo have an idea that all the tin and metal ware, such as buck ets, tanks, 'cisterns and such, tbat is uaed In this section is shipped in from the north. As a matter of fact a great deal of this ware which is used in '.his and adjoining counties is made right here in Laurens. Dlvver Bros., the tinners, are just now mnking a big shipment of bored well buckets, made In their own shop. One of the firm, in speaking about this shipment sev eral days ago, stated that over three thousand buckets had been shipped from their shop In the past couple of years. The buckets are sold on their reputation alone, as an advertising or fiolicltlng campaign has not been fol lowed since the first few efforts were made to sell them. MR. WM. J. COPELAWd GOES TO HIS REWARD Passed Away nt his Home near This City Friday Night and Was Buried Sunday Afternoon. Mr. William J. Copeland, a promi nent citizen of the county and a mem ber of the well known family of the name who lived a few miles to the north of Laurens, died at his home Friday night after a short illness. He was burled Sunday afternoon In^.the Laurens cemetery, a large concourse of people as a token of its esteem fol lowing the body to Its last resting place. The funeral services were con ducted by Rev. J. L. McLin, assisted by Rev. C. F. Rankln. A select choir of male voices sang softly several selec tions, appropriate to the occasion. The pall hearers were Messrs. C. B. Robo, J. H. Franks, James Craig, J. S. Craig, Wilson Rlakeley, O. P. Good win and W. D. Byrd. A large num ber of the friends of the deceased as sisted in covering the body with its last mantle of earth. His Career. A longtime friend of Mr. Copeland, a beloved member of the faculty of the Presbyterian college at Clinton, has contributed an outline of the life of the departed citizen: * Died at his home near Laurens, S. C, February 1(1, William James Cope land. Ho was born April 1, 1S:'.4, the fourth of a family of six brothers and three sisters. Upon the outbreak of the \var In ISGl, he joined the Con federate Army In Company F, Four teenth South Carolina regiment. He served first under Stonewall Jackson, then went to Lee's army and was wounded in the second day's fight at Gettysburg. An attack of typhoid fev er kept him at home a short time, but ho returned and served for a while In the quartermaster department, until the surrender. After the war, he was made an elder In Rocky Spring Presbyterian church and served In that ofllce for forty-five years. He was married first to Miss Mc Carley, who died leaving one son, Jnmes Copeland of McColl, S. C, and two daughters, Mrs. A. D. Rarksdale and a sister who died in girlhood. His second wife was Miss Dora Radgett. who died ten years ago; leaving one son, Win. Copeland, Jr., and four daughters, Misses Claudine, Georgia, Ella Reil and Louise. Their home life was harmonious and happy, and their friends and kindred were always wel come in its hospitable doors. Mr. Copeland was a man of decided character, firm convictions and a high sense of honor. lie never sought pub lic ofllce hut lived as a successful farmer, a kind neighbor and exemplary citizen. lie was sincerely interested in the welfare of the church and while not seeking to control, he exerted al ways much inffuence. Ho kept well advised as to the condition of each family, and sent the minister in charge to look after the sick or afflicted; or took him there himself. During the latter years of life, while still active he grew more feeble and was sick only a few days. His end was peaceful, surrounded by most of his family, and with his worldly af fairs put in order. He was buried Sunday afternoon, Feb. 18, at Laurens, ond the large concourse present show ed the esteem in which ho was held. Ho will be greatly missed in the home where he lived so long, In the church which he served so well, and In the community where he was so ar tlve and sympathetic a friend. A good soldier under the South's great gen erals, and a faithful soldier of Christ, he sleeps well, leaving the record o' a long, honorable and useful life. A Great Bisappolntment. On account of the sickness of sev eral members of the compony and also because of the Inclement weather, the production of the cantata "Saul" did not take place Thursday evening as advertised before hand. This was a source of great disappointment to many who had not heard it before and many who wanted to hear It agnin, so It is hoped that as soon as the weath er becomes more moderate and the singers can be gotten together again, that It will bo repeated. Rev. Mr. Clarke Bettor. The many friends of Rev. W. A. Clarke will be glad to know that lie Is slowly convalescing, after hU crit ical Illness of last week. His daught er, Mrs. Henry G. Wright, and his son, Mr. James D. Clarke, of Ward, have been with him during his Illness. MR. D. CASPER SMITH DIED AT WATERLOO Well Known Citizen of the County Pusses Away After Lingering Illness of Many Weeks? Burial Services Yesterdny. Waterloo, Feb. 20? Mr. D. C. Smith died at his home here yesterday af ternoon after a continued Illness of many monthb. His death was due to Bright8 disease witb heart complica tions and was not unexpected by his family and friends. Mr. Smith was 60 years of age and a member of the Waterloo Methodist church. He was twice married, his fist wife being Miss Janie Anderson of this county. Two children, Mr. J. C. Smith and Mrs. E. P. Walker, of Waterloo, survive from this un ion. His second wife was Miss Jen nie Anderson of this place, who sur vives him, together vith two broth ers, Messrs. J. M. id J. A. Smith George F. Anderson . Waterloo, Mrs. and four sisters as follows. Mrs. John Smith of Laurens, Mrs. P. B. Richardson of Mountville and Mrs. T. 10. McCullough of Columbia. Mr. Smith was a large land owner, a popular citizen and will bo missed by scores of friends. Waterloo has suffered greatly during the past year in the loss of some of her foremost citizens. Col. Robert N. Cunlngham, Dr. .1. R. Wulbur, ('apt. G. W. Teague, Major T. li. Anderson and Mr. 11. I). Winn, all having passed to the be yond in a short space of time. The funeral services of Mr. Smith will be held this evening at :! o'clock in Waterloo. ADDITIONAL PRIZES. Notice Has Been Given of the Win ners of Asbepoo Fertilizer Prizes During the Past County Fair. The committee which has been working to decide on the winners of the Ashepoo fertilizer prizes during the county fair last fall, has made the awards. They are as follows: 1st prize? J. W. Godfrey, who rais ed 1.8GC pounds of cotton on one acre of land. He was given one ton of fertilizer. 2nd prize; B. O. Martin, who raised 1,825 pounds of cotton on one acre of land. He was also gl ecu a ton of fertilizer. Mr. T. P. Poole was given honorable mention in this contest because ho raised 1710 pounds on eighty-seven one hundredths of an aero. The corn prize went to L. A. Arm strong of Dials township. Was Known Here. Dispatches In the daily papers Fri day carried the news of mo sudden death of Mr. Robert s. Sparkman, at Tlmmonsvllle, S. ('. It was stated that lie was found dead in his bod, though no cause was given. It will be rc membered that Mr. Sparkman spent several months In the city last stimmet and fall. A part of the time ho spent 1 at the hotel and the remainder of the time he stayed as the guest of Dr. Taylor, now living in Greenville. Mr. Sparkman at one time was a promi nent citizen of Greenwood, but his health failing him, he became in rath er destitute circumstances. He had many friends all over the state who will regret to hear of his death. Wilfred Bellinger Honey. The announcement comes from Charleston of the birth of Wilfred Bel linger Boney. Although in cases of this kind the father does not come in for much consideration, it is neces sary to mention him, so that the young arrival can be placed. Mr. Samuel E. Boney, the father, is pleasantly re membered as the editor of The Adver tiser, his marriage to his charming wifo iuklng place during his residence here. Placing Cables. The telophono company has been busy for several weeks taking down the old wires along the east Bide of the public square and placing cables Instead. This Is a great Improve ment over the old plan and it is hoped that the company will soon be able to put them on other streets in the city. ('ftiirt in New Building. The contractors on the court house have progressed far enough to be able to say definitely that the court room will be condition to be occupied court week, which will begin the second Monday in March. The building will not be completed, but the court room will be put In order. HIGH SCHOOi ?OYS ORATORICAL CONTEST Will Take Place the Latter Fart of April Either in the Court House or Graded School. Superintendent of Education Geo. L. Pitts has sent out circular letters to the high school principals of the county calling their nttentlon to the approach of the usual time for hold ing the oratorical contest which Is annually participated In by the state aided high schools of the county. Al though no definite date has been de cided upon, It is probable that the contest will bo held about the last Friday in April. Mr. Pitts in discussing the contest, stated that he thought It best to have the contest on Friday so as to be most convenient for all the schools to send representatives. As will be remem bered, the contests heretofore have been held at night, in the graded school auditorium. Mr. Pitts, howev er. Is considering the advisability of holding the contest this year in the court house during the day time, about 11 o'clock in the morning, so that the parents and friends of the contestants may have a better opportunity Of com ing to hear the young orators. He hopes that the schools will consider this change and let their wishes he known, so that he can get the senti ! inent of the schools and llnd out how best to make arrangements. ! The constitution of the association provides that only state aid high schools shall take part In the con test. Last year this ruling included Laurena and Clinton schools in the association, but as these two schools are no longer state aid schools, being debarred by recent legislative action from participation in the high school appropriation, no representatives from these two schools will take part this time. This leaves seven school to send representatives, as follows: Gray Court-Owings, Waterloo, Mountville, Cross Hill, Shiloh, Trinity-Ridge and Princeton. It la expected that the usual ath letic contests will take place Friday afternoon. Rase ball games have here tofore been played in connection with the contest, so it Is supposed that two of the schools will send teams to lock horns this time. In addition it is probable that other athletic sports will j take j)lace. In order to defray some littlo ex penses connected with the contest a small admission fee will be charged. How much this will be has not yet been determined upon, but it will be small. Other particulars in connection with the contest will be made known by the superintendent of education before the time for the contest arrives. it is expected that the contest this year will prove the most Interesting and closely contested yet held. MAGISTRA TI: RHIN NT A T KD, Legislature Returns lo Magistrate Goodman (be Office Taken Away From Him by Governor Itlcase. Magistrate Goodman, who was de prived of his ofllce by Gov. Please some months ngo, was reinstated by the legislature before adjourning last week. It is hardly probable, that Gov. Rlease will sign the measure, but most probably It will be either passed Without his signature to It or will be passed over his veto. This will mark the end of the ense Which created so much interest in this county, especially around Mountvllle, It will be remembered thai Mr. Good man was deprived Of his office at the instance of Rural Policeman Madden, who charged that Mr. Goodman had misappropriated funds belonging to the county. Mr. Goodman evidently satisfied the legislature that he wa? Innocent of the charge and was con sequently reinstated. Time Almost Up. Treasurer Young's office is about the busiest place In the city thor,c days. The taxpayers are bringing in the coin faster and faster. A penalty of seven per cent will be added to the regular tax nfter March 1st, so the folks aro coming In now so as to avoid paying the extra money. Skov!(nnrd Concert Party. Supt. R. L. Jones is beginning to make preparations for tho next num ber on the graded school lyceum course. Skovganid the great violin ist, will be here Friday evening. March 8th. Chatauqua Is Anticipated With Great Pleasure. PERSONAL PARAGRAPHS ON POPULAR PEOPLE Merchants and Prominent Bushiest and Professional Men have Decided lo Have Home Coming Week With incident Attractions.?Other Inter esting Items. Clinton, Feb. 20.?The most excit ing piece of news In Clinton just now Is that there will undoubtedly be a homo-comers' week here next sum mer with a "chatauqua" In connection with it. The dates selected are those of the early part of June. A most in teresting program has been provided consisting of speeches, conceits, base ball, sanies, and the like, and every effort will be made to draw back to Clinton for the week every former cit izen of the town, it is expected that family reunions and house parties will be numerous. Tlx; Thornwell Orphanage. Between 80 and 100 cases of meas les have appeared at the Thornwell Orphanage during the past month, for tunately none serious. At the same time the disease has upset the order of things considerably, thinning out. the classes at school, even attacking one of the teachers, and Interfering very considerably with the Work de partments. The had weather and number of workers sick prevented tho running of the laundry one week. The severe weather and heavy rain came in exactly the worst, posslblo time for the work on the water main extending through the grounds and connecting with the town main for fire protection. Al^mt the middle of April a confer ence of Orphanage workers will meet here, and the delegates will be enter tained partly at the Orphanage and partly by friends In town. The Rev. J. It. Branch, assistant to the president, has recently returned from an extended visit to Horidu j where he canvassed the churches in behalf of the Orphanage. Social Affairs. Last Wednesday was perhaps tin* very worst day of the winter hut in spite of that fad .Mr. and Mrs. David son McDowell Dong'as's first recep tion proved a brilliant success, a largo number of guests calling and enjoying the charm Ol tho cheerful Interior all tho more lor the sleot and Icicles outside. The Indies and gen tlemen of the faculty assisted in re ceiving. On Friday evening Mr. .lodio Chand ler entertained a largo party of friends in honor of Misses Kdna and Louise Brocklnpton of Manning, his mother's guests. Mrs. Whitman Smith entertained a group of friends this afternoon, their efforts being devoted to preparations for tho C. !? C. white sale. Miss Janle Kennedy will entertain the embroidery club tomorrow after noon. Washington's Rirthdaj. Washington's birthday will bo. col ebratod by tho college students with a public debate between representatives of the two literary societies. Tho re ward will bo tho possession for tho winning BOClotf of a silver trophy cup. On Friday evening Betsy Hamilton, who made a groat hit bore last winter as an entertainer, will appear Under the auspices of the Musgrove Mill.-, chapter, D. A. It. Personal Mont ion. Mrs. B. C. Briggs has been in Spar tanburg, critically ill, for several weeks. Mrs. Julia Griffin is with her mother. Mrs. Mack Hipp and little daughter of Abbeville, are visiting relatives in town. Misses Marion and Emmie McCrary, are at home after an extended visit to friends and relatives in Anderson and Greenville. Misses Sal lie Wright is visiting friends In Georgetown. Mrs. Brockington and her daughters: Misses Kdna and Louise Brocklngton. of Manning, are visiting Mrs. A. B. Galloway. Mr. J. ('. Copoland of Columbia vis ited his parents and sister here dur ing tho past week.