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Will WHAM FINE WAS REDUCED: Reasons Given by Governor Rlease for Redwing1 Kmc From $l,.*>oo to $500. The Advertiser has secured a copy of the records in the case of lohn G. Wham, whose sentence of $l,f>00 or two years at bard labor was reduced by Governor Hlease to a line of $500 or the same number of years at hard labor. From tho records it appears that quite n formidable array of names was se cured. The following utv tho niuo)18 set forth by the governor: Wham, John G. (White). Convicted of Assault and Battery of High and Aggravated Nature, at the Spring, 1912, term of court for Lau rens County, and sentenced to two years on chain gang of said county, or In the State penitentiary, or pay a line of $1,500. Petition was presented by Col. John M. Cannon, of Laurens. The petitions presented, state that, "Whereas, the said sentence and fine imposed by the court Is excessive and unreasonable, etc." Petition present ed from Fountain Inn, signed by more than one hundred of the best citizens of that community; also a petition, setting forth tho same facts, signed by more than three hundred of the best citizens of the town of Clinton, where the said offense was committed; also petition from Gray Court, signed by about seventy-five of the best citi zens of that**community; also petition, setting forth the same facts, signed by the sheriff, deputy sheriff, county po licemen; clerk of court, deputy clerk of court, city police, magistrate, mem bers house of representatives, probate judge, county auditor, county treasur er, by the leading members of the Laurens bar, by prominent physicians, residents of the town of Laurens, county superintendent of education, the foreman of the jury who tried the case, and by a large number of other prominent citizen of the town of Lau rens. Inasmuch as the said petition stater, that the said sentence and fine im posed by the court is excessive and unreasonable, and being signed by all of tho county officials, and by such an unusually large number of the promi nent citizens of the town of Clinton, where the offense was committed, and the city of LiV'rens where the facts and circumstances aro well known, the sentence Is hereby reduced to a fine of Five Hundred Dollars, or two years imprisonment on the county chain gang, or in the State penitentiary. Comnnuatlon dated March 29th. 1912 ? ***?#???*?*? Lisbon Locals. * ? * *************** Lisbon. April 8.?Mr. William Posley, son of Mr. B. H. Pasley of Cold Point, has returned home after an absence of twenty-six years. He has been away so long that his aged father failed to recognize him. Mr. Pasley was born and raised near Mountville and went west when a boy. He has worked a while in most all of the western states, and for the past twenty years he has made his home In Los Angeles, Cal. He is a brother of Hon. R. B. Pasley, of the Spartanburg bar and Mr. John Pasley, of Williston, Fla. His only sister, Mrs. Mose Madden, died at her home at Cold Point several years ago. From some cause nothing had been heard of him in several years, and it was generally believed until recently he was dead. Mr. Pasley is now spending a few days with his to his Carolina home. Mr. Pasley and his many friends welcome him back to his Carolina home. Mr. Poseley and bis niece, Miss Ethel Madden will visit his brother Mr. John Pasley of Willis ton, Fla., in a few days. Hon. B. H. Pasley, of Cold Point spent a few days with relatives last week. Hon. A. .1. Smith, we are glad to state, can walk about in the house. Before many days Mr. Smith will be so be can attend to his extensive farm ing interests. Mrs. .1. T. A. Ballew will attend the music festival in Columbia Thursday. Miss Sallie Holmes is teaching a pri vate school in the old home at this j place. These children are a part of ! the Lisbon high school who have Miss ' Maud Langston for their teacher. The Danger After Crip. lies often in a run-down system. Weakness, nervousness, lack of ap petite, energy and ambition, with dis ordered liver and kidneys often fol low an attack of this wretched dis ease. The greatest need then is Electric Bitters, the glorious tonic, blood purifier and regulator of stom ach, liver and kidneys Thousands have proved that they have strength en their nerves, build up the system and restore to health and good spirits after an attack of Grip. If suffer ing, try them. Only r>0cents. Sold and percfot satisfaction guarandted by Laurens Drug Co. and Palmetto Drug Co. Ware Slum's News. * Wnro Shoals. April 8.?Mrs. A. C. Durant and little daughter, Nellie Dene, of Athens. Qa., are visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. F. M. Duzhardt near Ware Shoals. Mr. J. R. Duzhardt. of Athens, Ga., visited relatives at Gray Court and Laurens last week. Mr. Frank W. Huzhardt. traveling salesman for a large wholesalo con cern of New York, will visit his par ents, Mr. and Mrs. F. M. Duzhardt, near Ware Shoals, before leaving for the northern states, where he will take up his work during the summer months He will arrive at Ware Shoals, about May the 14th. STRONG NERVES MADE TO ORDER Worn Out, Run Down and Nerve Wrecked Bodies Feel Good Effects of Root Juice Quickly. The new Root Juice treatment which has recently startled many cit ies by its strange and remarkable curative powers, will make you feel like a new person in a week if you suffer from nervousness, indigestion, loss of appetite, sleeplessness, tired, worn out feeling, weak kidenys or backache. Are your nerves "on edge", do you worry and fidget ami fret over little things? Do you lay awake nights worrying about imaginary dangers? Are you startled by every sudden noise? Do you feel "all unstrung?" Does your heart flutter at times? An' you easily scared or excited Do you find yourself backward, bashful, ill-at ease when in company? Root Juice will accomplish wonders for you if you are in this condition. It will promote a good healthy appe tite and perfect digestion so that you will derive full nourishment from your food. It will cleanse the blood, soothe the nerves, strengt hen the kid neys and bladder and build up the entire system. It will build tissue and muscle and put new vim, new vig or, new life force, energy into your body. You will be surprised at the re markable benefit you will derive from using Root Juice one week. Any gond druggist can supply it or will get It for you. but beware of tricksters who insult your intelligence* by offering something "almost like It." "Cedarlne" Allen. Opera House Thursday night April 18th. S. M. & 10. II. Wilkes & Co. * TRINTTY-RIDGE NEWS. * Trinity-Ridge. April 8.?On last Friday night, the preliminary oratori cal contest was held at Trinity-Ridge' high school. Mikes Parks was chos en to represent the school at Laurens. A Sunday School Institute, was held at Trinity church the fifth Sunday. Mr. J. M. Way, state Sunday school secretary, was the principal speaker. Quite a number of churches were rep resented. Among the visitors were: Mr. C. B. Owings and wife, Messrs. R. R. Owings. H. Y. Simmons, Johnson, H. Terry, Chas. Wolf, and John Holt. Mr. Jacks and daughter of Simp sonvllle visited Mrs. Elizabeth Lnng ston. Mrs. R. D. Boyd who has been quite sick, wo are glad to learn. Is bettor. The children of the school and com munity enjoyed an Easter egg hu:i Friday afternoon. Mr. Jno. 1). W. Watts has offered three prizes to the boys and girls con nected with the school who will rnlse the best watermelons. The prizes are two of two dollars each, and ono of one dollars. Mr. J. Pierce Coats and Miss Payne visited homefolks Saturday and Sun day. YOU RISK NO MONEY. Our Reputation and Money nre Back of Tl?s Offer. We pay for all the medicine used during the trial, if our remedy fails to completely relieve you of constipa tion. We take all the risk. You are not obligated to us in any way what ever, If you accept our offer. Could anything be more fair for you? Is there any reason why you should hes itate to put our claims to a practical test? A most scientific, common-sense treatment Is Rexall Orderlies, which are eaten like candy. They are very pronounced, gentle and pleasant In ac tion, and particularly agreeable In every way. They do not cause diar rhoea, nausea, flatulence, griping, or other inconvenience. Rexall Order lies are particularly good for children, aged and delicate persons. We urge you to try Rexall Orderlies at our risk. Three sizes, 10c, 2")C, and 50c. Remember, you can get Rexall Remedies in this community only at our store?The Rexall Store. The Laurens Drug Co., Laurens. S. ('., 103 Main street. Try a Country Gentlemen Cigar?the best five cents smoke?twenty six years old For sale by Palmetto and Rays, King Hotel. Dixie Four and Grain Co., Wholesale Distributors. fWlhent you wan1 VISITING CARDS STATIONERY 5 ) ENGRAVEDs Advertiser Printing: Co. Laurens, S. C. Asm?r* HARCOURT &2.CO.Louisvil!e.Ky. (?1A MANUFACTURING ENGRAVERS Prices Quite as Reasonable as Consistent with Quality. I Oklahoma City, Okla., Low Round-Trip Rates ACCOUNT Southern Baptist Convention, SEABOARD AIR LINE RAILWAY RATES OPEN TO EVERYBODY Tickets will be sold at all principal stations on SEABOARD and cannections May 10th to 14th, limit May 30th, 1912. Round-trip rates from sonic of the important stations: Chester, 8. C. .$39.20 Clinton. S. C.:iS.(lf> Abbeville, S. C.36.80 Carlisle, S. C.38.90 Greet wood. S. ('.37.25 Calhoun Falls, s. C.36;35 Through sleepers will bo operated leaving Atlanta 4:15 p. in.. .Monday, .May 13th, via Birmingham, Memphis and Rock Island Lines, to arrive Oklahoma Citv early in morning May 15th. Make resell ..'ions now. Information may be had from SEABOARD Agents or by writing, FRED GEISSLER, A. Q. P. A., Atlanta, (la. There never was a spring so full of promise. The abundance of the world is greater to-day than ever before and the best of its merchandise is here for you to choose from at the low prices made possible by purchases and shipments of great quantity. The splendid success of our store this season is due to the fact tl at people well-informed on matters of Dress and Economy have found in this store Fashion of the highest standard, coupled with prices that are gratifying. Dry Goods Department ?10-inch White Lawn .10c Superior Batiste, all the new shades, only.10c 3G-lnch Flaxon, short lengths, worth 25c, special .13c 16c White Repp, for the yard .10c Cottosllk Foulard, just the thing now for your summer dress 15c 25c white Repp.20c 35c silk and cotton Foulnrd, all the new shades.2.">c Notion Department Ladles' bleached rib Vests with tape, only .5c Fine Gauze Lisle Hose, black and white, special .15c Fine seamless silk Hose .25c Pure silk Hose, white, tan and black.50c Ladles' white knit Hand Bags, for.? ? -50c d $1.00 You will And our stock In this department complete. Get your wants In notions here. We invite you to call and inspect our lines This is That J&K Strapless Pump . That "Shoo Particular" Women are Talking About . It hugs the foot In perfect fit and when properly fitted by our export Atters It won't slip off. The shoe dealers In some towns have fought for the J&K agency because they know the women wouldn't have any other style after seeing the JAK strapless pump. ? But we are exclusive agents here?you can't get them anywhere else. Wo have them in various leather and cloth effects. Price $9.00 and $8J>0 the pair. Come in and see these while our stock is complete and sizes un broken. You owe it to yourself to do this. Our $1.00 Specials 12 yards good 10 cts Bleaching for j qq 15 yards 96 Sea Island for. <?j qq 20 yards be Calico for. <?j qq 15 yards best Apron Ginghams for <jjj qq $1.00 $1.00 $1.00 $1.25 16 button Silk Gloves, Tan. <t>? em White and Black,.' $1.00 $1.00 Black Sateen Underskirts for White Lawn Trimmed Waist $1.25 colored Parasol for. Princess Slip Trimed with Lace and Embroidery, ?. SWITZER COMPANY Come in to see us wheth er you buy or not