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* ** ** * * * ** * * * * * JONES NIS.* '. * * * * . * * * * * * * * Jones, May 27.-Wednesday was an ideal day for a picnic and when Dr. W. T. Jones called the meeting to or der an immense audience had asset bled to enjoy the delightful occasion. The exercises were opened with pray er by Rev. J. M. Dallas. The exercis os by the school wcre splendid' and reflected great credit upon -teachers and pupils. lion. J. F. Morrison, in behalf of the patrons, returned thanks to our teacher, Mirs. G. L. Graham, for her faithful and eilicient service. Col. J. H. Wharton, of Waterloo, Dr. David M. Ramsey, President of the Green villo Female College, and Governor 1H. . Manning delivered forceful, instruc tive and eloquent addresses. In the afternoon there was a game of ball between Ware S-hoali and Princeton, which resulted in favor of \Vare Shoals. The Princeton band furnished the music. Perfect order prevailed throughout the day and everyone thor oughly enjoyed their visit ahd reluc tantly departed late in the afternoon. To all of our friends, the distinguish ed orators, the papers that so kindly announced the picnic, the ball players, the Princeton band, Ar. Joe Davis, who operated the refreshment stand, Mr. Butler, who furnished 'the barbecue and especially the good ladies, who have always made these occasions so pleasant and enjoyable, we return our sincere and heart-felt thanks. We are very grateful to Mr. i1euja min 1). Helgel, president of the Ware Shoal. Mfg. Co., for kindly contribut ing to the success of the picnic. The many friends of l. .leter Odell will regret to learn that he lost his house by fire this morning. We are indebted to M r. Clarence Cooper for a mess of choice honey. .i\r. .Ierry C. .\Iartin has purchased a nice car. The friends of Mrs, .1. I. McNinch will regret to learn that she was very Seriously burned recently, but are glad to state that she is getting aloni as well as could be expected. The Ware Shoals lfg. Co. will have a big celebration on the Glorious Fourth and a cordial invitation is ex tended to everybody to attend. Rev. Edwards, of Cokesbury, gave us a splendid sermon last Sunday af af ternoon. We were very sorry to hear of the i recent death of our warm friend, \lr. J. H. Elledge, of Landrum. Mr. Charlie Maulding of Seneca, re cently visited Mr. W. T. Jones, Jr., Miss Belle Jones has finished her school in Darlington county. She has been re-elected for another term. Mrs. G. W. Jenkins and sons, Wil 1iam and Wallace, are visiting her par ents, Dr. and Mrs. W. P. Jones. Mrs. J. A. McGowan, of Waycross, Ca., is on a visit to her parents, Dr. and Mrs. W. T. Jones. e* * *'L *i * l *U * ** **. ** * * *''t~ l \ Poplar Siuring, Mlay 2 .-.\lrs. S. F. SWalker has beeni onl a isit to her'i son and daughter at Gr'een wood, anid re Sturned~ himei last Friday. Mi'. and .\i's. P. S,. Abiramns were the guests of .M r. and1( .\lrus. J1. ii. Pit ts yes terday. Mrlii. WVilllceiKnlght 's tmontumient wvas ,unveliledi by the Wood men yesterday. Mr. George McGill mlade the addressC5. There was a large cr'owd present. Mr. 10. 10. Pitts is on the sick list at this writing. Hope lie will soon lbe Well. Mr. Ilenr'y Wood whlo has been on the sick list for' the pa1st t wo weeks is able to be up andi abiout again. Your coi'respiondtent, in company with Messrs W. S. and 11. 0. Walker, J. F. Pitts andl Tlrtuman01 C'opeland at - tended the Anderson County Singing Convent ion which mtetI withI ~ AlInti 1Creek chui'cht 7 imiles we'(st of Anuder EMEDYFOR EN. AT YOUR DRUGGIST. Winthrop C'ollege S(IOJlAlISIliP amid EN TRJLACE E~XAMNATION The examination for the awardl of Acant scholarshiips in Winthrop Col loge and foi' the admission of new tudents will be held at thme County Co~urt House oni Friday, ,July 7, at 9 m.Aplieicis must not be less an sixteen years of ago. When holarshiips atre vacant after .July 7 ey will be awarded to those making o highest average at this (examnina on, provided they meet the condli OnlS gover'ninlg the awar~d. Appli pts for Scholarships should wr'ite & President Johnson before tihe ex ination for Schtolarship oxamina t#n blanks. Scholarships are worth $100 and os tuition. The next session will 6.Septemiber 20. 1916. For further ormation and catalogue, address 'ND, B. Johnson, Rock Hill, 8. C. 42-tf son Saturday, and Sunday and heard| some good singing. Dr. J. L. Donnan and Mr. Eugene Simpson have cael purchased a Ford. They purchased from Mr. Whiter Mod lock at Ware Shoals. He sent them over Saturday. Dr. Donnan, his wife and daughter, Miss Ethel and Mr. Henry Dodson, have gone on a pleasure trip to Green ville today and will return this even ing. The Misses Annie and Mary Abrams and Addle Simpson were the guests of Miss Grace Simmons Saturday night. * * * * * * * * * * * * ' * * * DIALS NEWS. * *6 * * * * * * * * * ** * * * * Dials, May 29.--The farmers of this section are glad that. the long dry spell, that some were beginning to fear would last forever, has been broken by the nice rains that fell last week. There has been a dearth of rain for some weeks and the prospects looked somewhat gloomy. The copious showers, however, have put an end to all gloomy prognostication for the time being. Reports indicate that the rain has been general throughout the entire country, and that in practically every portion the preciptation was heavy enough to relieve the drought. Misses Janet Thomason and Maude Owings were recent week-end visitors of Miss Mattie Simmons. Mlasters Tillman and~ .Jack Bolt re turned to their home at liIckory Tav ern Sunday, after a week's visit with their grandmother, Mrs. J. It. Brown lee. ir. and irs. Floyd Curry and Air. and M1rs. Jolin Curry motored to 'ent dleton recently where they were visi tors of 1ev. Marvin Owings and fam ily. Mrs. laskell Gray and little Hlaskell, Jr., were visitors of Mri. iarris Cur ry and family Wednesday. iIr. and .lrs. Samin Curry, Mr. and Mrs. States Curry and Miss Jewell Cur ry were shopping in G reenville last Friday. Miss Elia Nash of Fountain Inn, is visiting her sister, Mrs. Robert Gray. Mr. C. F. Brooks spent Sunday un til Monday with Mrs. 1. S. Brooks. Mr. and Mrs. Joel Babb and chil dren were visitors in the Rabun com munity Sunday. Quite a number of our young people motored over to the Jones picnic Wed nesday. They report a merry time. Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Curry and chil dren of Greenpond, were the Sunday guests of Mr. John Holder and fami ly. The commencement exercises of the Gray Court-Owings high school, Fri day evening were largely attended from this place. Eight graduates re ceived their diplomas, and a well ar ranged program was rendered. Prof. Provence of Furman university was the principal speaker of the evening. The remains of Mrs. William Camp bell were interred in the cemetery here Sunday morning at eleven o'clock. The services were conducted 1by' her pastor, llev. '1. W. Munnerlyn. Mrs. Campbhell had been in ill health for some time, and her death hough not unexpected was neverthe le'ss saddoein 1g. The deceased wras an earnest Christ ian, highly respected by all whod knew her. Thie heaves a hus handi and several children to moun heor loss, biesides the followving broth ers: Messrs .lamies, .Iohnny, WVill and Willy Giraydon. Air. larley Abererombie or the llabun community, spent Sunday with the family of Mr. B. WV. Martin. Mr. Claud Owings, of Laurens, spent Sunday with his family here. * * * * * * * V * * * * * * * *. LEikVlLLE: NEIM. * * * * * * * * S * * * 5 e s . e l eak viille, .\lany 23.-''This and neigh boring c~ommi~unities had a n ice raIn last week, which was welcomed by all, al though it washed the land in sonie places very badly. Eyerybodly has a standl oft cotton since the rain. The oat crop is not good this time, but wheat is fairly good. Furman, the little 18 monthIs old son of Mir. and Mmrs. J. A. Riddle, has been for somec time v'ery ti with pneu mnonia but is improving now. Master WV. C. Garrett and little sis ter, Janette, have been visiting their grandmother, Mr's. Maggie Garrett. Mr. and Mrs. Sam fIramiett, of IBrin son, Ga., is visiting the latter's sister, Mrs. C. H-. hlughes. Mr. and Mirs. J. N. Wilson had as their guests last Sunday Mr. and Mrs. J. N. Leak, Mm's. Ella Owens, Miss Ab bie Rtiddle and Miss Thelma Phillips. Mrs. L. %. Wilson andI Mr. J. N. Leak each have just comptletedl new andl up1-to-date barns. ,Mr. S. M. Garrett a~nd family spont Sunday wvithm Mr. and Mi's. Edgam' Slher boert. Mr. L. C. Henderson and family, of Fountain Inn, were recent visitors of Mrs. Maggie Garrett. Mr. and Mrs. W. G, Garrett were yisitors of Mr.-and Mrs. J. N. Wilson Sunday night. Mrs. Alie Murphy. of Wonodruff vis Men's Palm Beach Davis- Roper Men's Straw Hats Suit ' $1.00 to $3.50 $5.00 to $10.00 Company . Genuine Panamas $5 A Final Closing Out Sale On Ladies' Palm Beach, Cool Cloth and Silverbloom Coat Suits Your Choice of any Suit in a, lot of 30 Suits of above Materials at Were marked $8.95, $9.95, and $10.95 --- 59c Your Choice of 40 House Dresses 9c Good Quality Chambrays, Ginghams and Batiste . All Sizes and Colors. Clean Cut. Perfect Fitting. $1.50 Value. Wash Skirts, One - Third Off We have about 45 wash and shepherd check skirts to close out. Everyone a special value at the reg ular price, but to clean-up the lot one-third off 10 dozen New Voile and Organdy Shirt Waists Lace Trim med, Embroidered. Colored Collar and Cuff and other Styles all sizes 36 to 50; extra value at $1.50 Special $1.00 Price .. New Shipment 27 inch Flowered Batiste 1 Oc Special . . . . None on Approval! None Charged! These prices until entire lots are sold out. So come early and get the best pickings. DAVIS - ROPER CO. Men's Soft Collars I '^AUENS BEST IM Me's Wash Ties ited her daughter, Mrs. W. G. Riddle Sunday. Mr. N. D. Garrett and wife were re cent visitors at Mr. S. M. Garrett's. Air. G. I. Hughes has been sick for a few days, but is better. Mr. J. N. Leak has also been sick for a few days. Little Miss Kate Stephens spent Saturday night with her grandmother, Airs. Maggie Garrett. Airs. Bettie Wilson spent Sunday with Mir. and Mrs. Willie Riddle. * ItABUN NE WS. * Rabun, May 29.-Since the rain the cotton is coming up pretty and the farmers are very busy trying to get it thinned out. Guess tle threshers will soon be coming around to thresh wheat and oats. There's a good deal of sickness in this communily, but all are improving slowly. 1 "****L1 Mrs. Rebecca Owens and Miss Edna Owens visited Mr. and Mrs. Boardie Owens of Eden section last Tuesday night. Mr. and Mrs. Therion Saxon of Greenwood visited Mr. and Mrs. Char lie Saxon last w9.k. Mr. Lyston Mahon of Greenville, is visiting Mr. Laurens Mahon. Mrs. Rebecca Owens and Miss Edna Owens 'visited Mr. and Mrs. Claudo Wasson of Friendship community Wednesday. Mr. and Mrs. Willie Abercrombie and little son, Bilie, of Atlanta, are visiting Mrs. Melvina Abercrombie for a few weeks. Miss Cora League visited Misses Vera and Allione Baldwin Saturday night and Sunday. Mr. Clay Bnbb of Fountain Inn is visiting Murphree Mahaffey. Mr. Murphree who was principal of the high school at Fair Play, re turned to his home last week. Mr. and Mrs. Belton Owens of Gray Court visited Mr. and Mrs. Dr. Deason Monday. * LISBON NEWS. * . . ... e* a S Lisbon, May 26.-The ground is wet and the farmers are feeling much bet ter. Today the cotton seed is sprout ing right along. The harvest season is on, and all hands will be busy in a few days, until the crops are laid by. We heard two candidates talking the ,other day, and one said to the other, there are so many of us, it will not do to make a house to house campaign, if we do, the farmers will make a kick, --that pair had it down right, we think. Mr. Will Pasley is visiting his aunt, Mrs. Milam, and Mrs. Fuller and rela tives at Mountville. Mr. and Mrs. A. S. Perry, of Lau rens spent last Sunday with J. T. A. Dallew and family, Richard Dunlap spent last Saturday in Greenwopd. Rev. and'Mrs. N. J. Holmes have re turned to Greenvilleafter spending several days with Mr. A. R. Holmes and family. Miss Othella Milam and Mrs. Elisa Golden and little babe, of Greenville, are visiting at this place. Mrs. J. T. A. Ballow slent last Ties day with Mrs. 0 .11. Sinnons of Lau rens. We are glad to say that Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Lanford's little fellow is up and able to run around again. \liss Julia Irby and some of her friends in Laurens, came down the other afternoon to- spend a white with Mrs. Ilolmes and Miss Sara and to see how her turkey farm was getting along. We hope that Mliss Julia will have good luck and raise them by the score. We are sorry to state that Mr. Blume Milam is suffering very much with his eye again. Mr. J. P. Cannon is a very sick man right now, but we hope that he will soon be bettor and be his usual self again. Mrs. Corry Motes, of Mountville, is visiting in this community. Capt. Clarence Foster Smith carried up his touring car yesterday for some needed repairs before leaving for Americus, Ga., to spend a few days with his sister, Mrs. Lillie S-mith Dow Dr, Louis G. Deall, assistant medical director of the Southern' Life and Trust Company, of Greensboro, N. C., spent Thursday, May 25th, at the offiee of Dr. J. 1H. Teague c:onsulting with and offering health suggestions to the policyholders of the Greensvoro com pany. The Southern Life and Trust Company, it is said, engages quite ex tensively 'in health conservation work among its policyholders, and Dr. Beall iakes periodical visits to the various towns in that company's territory. * LJ.NFORD NEIWS, * * Lanford, lay 29.-The much needed rain came at last any' farmers have gone to work in earnest fighting grass. Mrs. A. C. Camp is the guest of MIrs. J. W. Lanford this week. ' Miss Carrie Lou Higgins is visiting in Unioi, Buffalo and (Gaffney this week. Miss Nell Welhorn and Miss Othel la Johnson attended "Children's Day" at New Prospect Saturday. Prof. H1. S. Ihurdette is at home from his school for the summer. \Mr. Clyde Deshields came home from Wofford Saturday. Mr. Jimmie Drummond is at home from Furman. Capt. W. H1. Drummond is visiting in Clinton. Mr. E. H1. Moore thinks he is better. Mrs. 11. M. Johnson spent Thursday at J. W. Johnson's. Capt. J. W. Lanford, Mrs. Lanford and Mrs. Anna Camp are spending a few days this week in Edgefleld. The community was saddened to hear of the death of -Mr. Geo. Little Saturday. The family has the sym pathy of the community, Miss Nora Cannon is visiting in Spartanburg. Mrs. C. L. Waldrop wax in Laurens Saturday, shopping. We have just received a large ship. of Mahogany Library Tables. They are the biggest values we have over shown, twelve etyles to select from. They are priced from $1.25 to $10.00 less than the regular prices. S. M. & E. H. WILKES & CO.