The Darlington news. (Darlington, S.C.) 1875-1909, January 09, 1890, Image 1

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XiOO-A-Xj WADDY THOMPSON, Local Editor. Mr. J>. C. Milling is now fill ing a position in the Enterprise Grocery. Mr. A. S. White is now trav elling for 0. F. Wietej^s, grocer, Charleston. Mr. J. C. Fountain has secur ed a position in Mr. J. Frank Early's store. Hon. Louis Appelt, Judge of Probate of Clarendon County, has been in Darlington on a vis it for several days past. Arrangements have been made whereby -all the secret so cieties will hereafter meet in the Masonic Temple on Florence Street. We call the attention of our readers to the town notices ap pearing elsewhere in this . issue as they contain matters of im portance. Messrs. Dargan & Lide are selling a lot of fancy note paper at cost and it would repay one, desiring to invest in this article, to visit them. Mr. F. E. Norment, who has been dangerously ill for some time, still remains verf sick, but his many friends trust that he will soon recover. Rev. L. D. Pass, D. D., who for many years was pastor of the Baptist Church at Timmons- ville, but now of Michigan, is on a visit to relatives in Marion County. The Mortimer Comedy Com pany rendered the humorous play “Larking” at the Opera House last night. A more ex tended notice of the performance will be given in our next issue. Mr. J. W. Wallace, the gro cer on Pearle Street, was closed on January 1st, by his mortga gees, McNair & Parsall, of Wil mington. His stock was sold at auction on Monday. Mr. Angus Gainey left last week for his new home in Green ville, Tennessee. He was es corted to the depot by the Gai ney Brass Band, of which he was for a long time the faithful and efficient leader. The Bank of Darlington at a recent meeting declared a semi-annual dividend of five S 3r cent, for the year 1889. The ank is in a flourishing and healthy condition as the above fact clearly demonstrates. On Tuesday afternoon the several ladies’ missionary socie ties of the town were addressed by Miss Bella Hume, a former missionary to India. Her sub ject was the work in that coun try afid the address was well di rected and interesting. For the information of the public we will state that the of fice at the depot will hereafter be open every day except Sun days from 7.30 A. M. to 5.30 P. M., and that on no account will it be closed between these hours. The services for the Week of Prayer are held every night this week at the Presbyterian Church. These services are in structive and interesting and are well attended. As has been previously stated, they will close on Sunday night at the Baptist Church at 7.30 o’clock. The Marion Pee Dee Index, lan. 1st, says: A tenant house slonging to John Siskron, of rlington, situated near Mr. W. Gregg’s, was burned last Wednesday night. The origin of the fire is not known. Dr. J. S. Garner has purchas ed the residence on West End Pearle Street, occupied, until recently, by Mr. L. E. William son and will, at an early day, erect several residences on the adjoining lot. .Mr. Williamson now occupies Dr. Lunney’s res idence on Pearle Street. Services will be held in the Presbyterian Church on Sunday at 11.30 A. M., in the interest of the American Bible Society. This service will be conducted by Rev. T. H. Law, D. D., of Spartanburg, who is the district superintendent of the Society for the States of North and South Carolina. The public are cordially invited to attend. The Marion Pee Dee Index, Jan. 1st, says: Dr. W. B. McGirt and Miss Maggie McDougall, of Little Rock, were married Mon day morning at the residence of Capt. W. H. Steed. Immediate ly after the marriage they left for Darlington which will be their home m future. They car ry with them the best wishes of a large circle of friends in this county. Mb. J. E. Norment, at the re quest of the News and Courier, has consented to receive contri butions from Darlington for the [Jefferson Davis Memorial Fund. |Ahy subscriptions for this laud able purpose sent to Mr. Nor- [ment will be immediately for reached Darlington and the doc tors report several cases, all however, of a mild type. Mr. W. H. Ryan, the insurance agent, was compelled to return last week to his home in Colum bia, on account of ah attack of this malady. He is again in town, however, much improved. The following have been elect ed officers of Darlington Lodge, No. 1301, Knights of Honor, for the year 1890: J. J. Ward, D. ; I. Lewenthal, V. D.; J. A. Boyd, A. D. ; C. K. Rogers, R. ; W. C. Byrd, F. R. ; A. S. White, T.; J. L. Vass, Chaplain; Geo. A. Bland, Guide; John Floyd, Guardian; A. Weinberg, S.; Trustees, John Floyd, J. G. Mc Call and J. A. Boyd ; Represen tative to Grand Lodge, C. K. Rogers; Alternate, J. G. McCall. On January 1st the town or dinance, requiring a license of $500 for the sale of liquors, went into effect. At a meeting of the Town Council on the night previous to that date an effort was made to reconsider the whole matter, but without, suc cess. During the past year there were eleven bar-rooms in Darlington. The proprietors of three of these failed to renew the license and two have form ed a copartnership, making a total of seven bar-rooms now in operation. Yomig Mon to the Front. Messrs. George E. Dargan and E. J. Lide have purchased the Darlington Book Store and will hereafter conduct the book bus iness under the firm name of Dargan & Lide. These young men are well known in Darling ton, both having been raised in this place, and enjoy fully the confidence and esteem of our people, which, together with the ability they possess, betoken them a Successful future. We are pleased to see young men coming to the front, for of such is the bone and sinew of our country, and we feel assured that Messrs. Dargan & Lide will add strength to the already grow ing circle of Darlington’s young business men. A Beneficial ('hauffe The following extract from a communication, which explains itself, will be of interest to the people of Darlington : Railway Mail Service, 1 Office of Chief Clerk, j Charleston, S. C., Jan. 6, 1890. Postmaster, Darlington, S. C. Upon request of this office General Superintendent Divine has kindly instructed to hold this train 30 minutes after sched ule time for train 66. R. E. Mansfield, Chief Clerk. Train 66 is the morning train from Charleston, which brings the mail from the South, and, as the freight coming from Flor ence in the morning will hereaf ter wait thirty minutes for this train, this will ensure a prompt delivery of the mail from the South every morning at Darling ton. The News expressed the belief, a short time ago, that, if he attention of the proper au thorities were called to the in convenience that our people suf fered on account of the failure of the freight to bring the mail, the matter would be remedied. That this matter has been ar ranged will be welcome news to all and the thanks of the com- munity’are due Mr. R. E. Mans field and Superintendent Divine for their kindness in coming to our assistance. Sale Day. Monday was “January Sale Day,” and, as usual, the town was crowded with visitors from the surrounding country; in fact the large number of people in town caused us to wonder if any had been left at home at all. The usual trade among the mer chants was done and the amount of “horse swapping” indulged in was much greater than usual. The official sales, too, were large as wnl be seen by the fol lowing : The Clerk sold, in the case of Francis J. Pelzer vs T. P. King et al, a tract of land containing 94 acres, to G. W. Brown for $800 and, in the case of J. A. McMillan vs H. C. Rast et al and Priscilla Jones, the lot in the town of Darlington com monly known as the “Jones lot” which faces on Main Street, adjoining the Baptist Church yard, was sold to J. B. Law for $1,300. Mr. Law after wards transferred his bid to Mr. C. Mooney whc bought the lot at the above named price. The Rast lot, adjoining the preced ing lot, was sold to Mr. J. A. McMillan for $2,455. Mr. Mc Millan transferred his bid to J. B. Law who purchased the lot at $2,500. The Sheriff made the follow ing sales of real estate : In the case of 8. Lane vs Phillip Par rott, a tract containing 75 acres was sold to S. Lane for $100 ; in Byrd for $150, and in the case of James L. Coker vs Laney Aaron, 105 acres were sold to John McSween for $100. Be sides these sales, the Sheriff made an unusually large num ber of sales of personal proper ty, none of which, however, were of general interest. Letters Uncalled For. The following unclaimed let ters remain in the postbffice, Dar lington, 8.0., for the weekend ing January 4, 1890. Persons calling for these letters will please mention that they were advertised. J. D. Atkinson, Frank Baity, W. M. Becton, J. D. Clunly, Clarence Jackson, J. A. Kirven, Diannih Mantrile, Gabe Robin son, A. T. Richardson, J. T. Yann, Mary Bacote, Laura Gil more, Deller Hinson, Nellie Mc Gill. Mr- George Webb. In deference to the expressed wishes of a larger part of the community, Mr. George Webb has abandoned his original pur pose of retiring from the restau rant business and is now at his old stand prepared to serve his customers. Mr. Webb is an ex cellent caterer and the public will be glad to learn that he has yielded to the earnest solicita tions of his friends and that hereafter, as formerly, he will dispense to the wants of the inner man. This is welcome news to all. DOVESVILLE. LYDl/. —Rev. L. T. Carroll and fami- , —People generally are prepar ly have removed to Ninety-Six. for the business of a new J. H. Gandy and family ^ ear —Mr. j. a. ttanay have moved to the Norwood place near Hartsville. —Dr. Gustave Norman and wife, of Georgetown, spent the holidays with relatives and friends in this town. —Mr. J. N. Kirven is moving to the Charles place in Spring- ville, which he recently pur chased of Capt. John Blackwell. —Miss Maggie Boswell, of Foreston, is paying a visit to relatives and friends in town and vicinity. —At the church meeting Sat urday Rev. C. L. Dowell was unanimously elected pastor of Black Creek Church for the en suing year. —“Maum” Lucy Lowe, color ed, died in the suburbs on the 29 ult., at the advanced age of 83 years. She had fifteen children and about one hundred and twelve grand children. ay Lai school last, ncas- Regolutioius ot Svmi &thy. Palmetto Lodge, No. 11 K of P Lydia, S. C., Dec 25, ’89. The committee appointed by the Lodge to draft suitable reso lutions expressing the sympa^ thy and condolence of the Lodge with our Bro. D. G. D. Geo. H. McKee, would respectfully re commend the adoption of the following: Whereas, It has pleased Al mighty God, the Grand Chan cellor of the universe, to remove by death from earth to the Lodge triumphant, Eddie J. McKee, the son of our worthy Bro. D. G. D. Geo. H. McKee, and Whereas, Eddie was an unu sually bright boy, giving prom ise of large usefulness and his death has caused a gloom over the entire community and our worthy brother and family have been sorely bereaved. There fore be it Resolved, by Palmetto Lodge, No. 11, K. of P., that in the death of Eddie J. McKee the en tire community has suffered a great loss, and that we deeply sympathize with our brother and his family in this their sad bereavement’. Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be sent to our Bro. D. G. D. Geo. H. McKee that they be published in Darlington News. T. P. King, O. A. Jackson, S. D. Harrell, Committee. MT. ELON —The Mt. Elon public was opened on Monda; Miss Bulah Benton, of ter, has taken charge. —We have had a week of clou dy, foggy weather - with some rain. Oats had begun to suffer but they have revived since the rains. —A large proportion of our farmers have lost the joints of their pork butchered in Decem ber, and there are a great many to kill yet, but the weather con tinues too warm. —Misses Lizzie and Hattie Sanders, of Florence County, have been spending the holidays among their friends but have since returned home. —Our holiday sociables and pound parties are becoming few and far between. The young men are beginning to lay aside their “Sunday bests,” and are preparing to battle with “Moth er Earth.” —On the fifth Sunday in De cember Mrs. Petty was the hap py recipient of a beautiful sil ver cup, presented by her Sun day-school class as a Christmas present, in token of the high esteem in which she is held by them. The cup was bought of Mr. J. H. Mason and on hearing the object, he made a liberal re duction for which the class ten der him their heartiest thanks. —Lydia is expecting a boom in 1890 when the new railroad passes through. —In the place of Mr. R. S. Gal loway Mr. C. T. Harrell, at an early date, will open a stock of eneral merchandise. We wish im every success. —Misses Effie Ellis, Nellie Par rott and Ella King, of Florence, were among us with their charm ing faces last week. Our young men regret that Florence is so far off. —A few of Lydia’s citizens were in attendance on the grand banquet given at Bishopviile on last Thursday night by that pro gressing society, the Knights of Phythias. —Messrs Maxie, Henry and George Lee will open a new stock of goods, at an early date, in the building of the Masonic order at this place. They have the best wishes of the communi ty in their new enterprise. —An anniversary tea was giv en by Dr. and Mrs. R. B. R. C. Wallace on January 1st. They had with them a few of their many friends, who enjoyed the evening very much, and extend to the family the wishes of a hap py new year. —Miss Eva Lee and friend, Miss Rhoda Henderson, left last Saturday for Columbia, where they will continue their studies at the Female College. We wish them much progress and that Miss Henderson will not foraret her many friends in Lydia and will come again to spend more time with them. Annual Statement Of the Finances OF THE tows of imim, To Dec. 31. 1889, Showing Receipts and Disburse ments to date: RECEIPTS. Licenses $1,932.00 Market 272.55 Miscellaneous Receipts 48.C0 Fines 029.10 Taxes 8,529.73 Note to Bank due Jan. 1.'90... 400.00 Cash on hand, Jan. 1, 1889.... 1,518.74 $8,330.11 DISBURSEMENTS. Past Indebtedness ,...$ 919.25 Police *tk 954.34 Miscellaneous Expenses 1,932.95 New Streets, Lights, &c 902.50 W. C. Byrd on sts., contract.... 900.00 Fire Department 10.70 Interest 119.97 Advertising 50.00 Office furnitureand safe 92.10 Bonds canceled 2,000.00 Note Sibly Manf’g Co 333.33 Bal. in hands ot Treasurer.... 109.01 $8,330.11 ASSETS. Cash on blind $ 109.01 Fire Engine 2,500.00 Public Buildings and Ix)t 3,167.00 Office Furniture and Safe 92.10 Stubborn Facts that WIT I r t A. ‘ {2/ - -A.XTD - NOT LIE. $5,808.11 LIABILITIES. Town Bonds $3,000.00 Notes Sibly Manf’g Co 1,000.00 Due W. C. Byrd on contract... 025.00 Nots Bank of Darlington due Jan. 1, 1890 '. 400.00 Assets over liabilities 843.11 $5,868.11 STATE OF SOUTH CAROLILA, COUNTY OF DARLINGTON. Personally appeared before me, S. S. Burch, Clerk, who upon oath de clares that the above is a just and true Statement of the finances of the Town of Darlington to the best of his knowledge and belief. S. S. BURCH, Sworn to before me this the 2nd day of January, 1890. J. S. BURCH, [skal.1 “ 11c. —The people of Lydia regret that they have lost one of their energetic and honorable mer chants, Mr. R. S. Galloway, who has moved his stock of general merchandise to Bishopviile. His family accompanies him to his new home. It grieves the many , friends of Mrs. Galloway very People S BaDK Ol DanlD^OD, much on account of losing that r 0 ’ lovely and accomplished lady. We begrudge Bishopviile its great gain.' Notary Publl ST^lTEJVCEJSTT OF THK CONDITION OF - THE - and The Courier, from whence they wjll be sent to the parties having the matter in charge. Let Darling ton swing into line and do her duty in this regard. ded by him to the News and, the case of James A. Cole, as signee, vs Sarah J. McCoy, 61 acres were purchased by J. A. Cole for $5; in the caseor Kerch- ner, Calder Bros, vs M. R. Hill and Mary Byrd, Executrix, 40 LA MAIL -Mr. A. P. Gray, of High Hill, is visiting relatives in and around this place. -Mr. J. S. DuBose has sold one hundred and twenty bushels of his Allen’s silk cotton seed to Mr. Mad Harris at one dollar per bushel. —We learn that Mr. J. B. Mims, a medical student of this place, will leave in a few days for Baltimore where he will soon finish his studies, and return with his sheep-skin, a full fledg ed M. D. —On the 2nd inst., Messrs E. K. Dargan and E. O. Woods of Darlington, and Col. Izlar and Mr. Rivers of Charleston, were in oqx village on business con nected with the failure of Mr. Jacob Spears. —Mr. G. W. Mims, the oldest merchant of this place, is still master of his own situation, and in all probability will ‘Ihold the fort” against heavy odds on his ledger. Mr. Mims is strictly a straight forward, unassuming merchant and his motto seems to be, “go slow but sure.” CLYDE. —Mr. B. R. Elanton and wife are in our community for a few days’ visit. —We wish all the readers of The Darlington News a hap py and prosperous New Year. — We have had a few cloudy days an€ some drizzling rains, but the weather has become warm again. —From all’ appearances Mr. A. M. McNair will have all he can attend to this year on the credit system. —Mr. D. D. Johnson, after a continued illness of two years, is improving and we trust that he will soon be entirely recov ered and able to attend to his business. —Some of our farmers are having a pretty close time as January has come, but, as usual, are at work with new courage; hoping that this year will bring a good crop. LIN WOOD. —Chills and fever seem to have abated through this sec tion. —Mr. J. F. Garner will soon move his family back home from Monroe, N. C. —We hear complaint that persons who have recently killed their hogs are losing their meat. —Rev. A. W. Parrott, who has recently connected himself with the M. E. Church South, was licensed to preach the gos pel in said church according to its/rules and regulations on the 4th inst. at Wesley Chapel by the Quarterly Conference of the Darlington Circuit. This community was hon ored with only one marriage during the Christmas season, and that was the wedding of Mr. S. F. Goodson and Miss Sallie Rhodes, of Swift Creek section, which took place at the resi dence of Rev. J. L. Yass on the 22nd ult. May their lives be long and happy. OATS —Tenants have been moving County Alliaiu'e Notes. The regular quarterly meeting of the County Farmers’ Alli ance was held in the Court House on Saturday. Seventy- one delegates were present, rep resenting nearly all of the Sub- Alliauces. The meeting was long in duration aud doubtless much business of importance was done. The following reso lution, which was unanimously adopted, has been made public : “That Darlington County Alli ance adopt cotton bagging as a covering for cotton, said cotton bagging to be standard width an<l weight.” There is perfect unanimity on this subject and the fervor in which every mem ber endorses these sentiments is truly indicative of their earnest ness and determination. “In union there is strength” prom ises the farmers much towards The several Sub-Alli- flourishing At the close of business, December 31st, 1889, in accordance with an Act of the General Assembly. ASSETS. Loans and Discounts $135,593.17 Stocks 6,980.00 Safe, Furniture, &c 995.50 Taxes paid 250.00 Due from other Banks 13,529.63 Cash 20,344.17 $177,092.47 LIABILITIES. Capital Stock paid up $100,000.00 Deposits 06,111.42 Undivided Profits 11,581.05 $177,092743 STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA, DARLINGTON COUNTY. eared before me, H L. Charles," Cashier, of the People's success ances are in a Personally appe ~ ~ ihi Bank of Darlington, S. C., who on oath says, that the above Statement is true to the best of his knowledge and belief H. L. CHARLES, Cashier. Sworn to before me, January 6, 1890 GEO. ONSLOW, Notary Public, S. C. Attest: JOHN SISKRON, ) J. E. NETTLES, V Directors. W. A. CARRIGAN. 1 An unlimited command of money and brains concentrated upon a given point will produce either success or annihilation. Backed by an infallible judgment and an insatiable ambition that knows no impossibility, we claim to place before you Goods and Prices that No Other House has the Ability, Pluck or Audacity to duplicate. "Whether they be SOLID OR BANKRUPT, CASH OR CREDIT. Whether they buy to break, or are forced to sell to meet their EVERLASTING NOTES, It matters not. We intend that the goods we offer and the prices wo name shall bo Unapproachable, Decisive and Crushing IN THEIR LOGIC 1 WE KHOW HO COMPETITIQH! WE ARE THE LEADER S. Others may usurp and copy our advertisements, It will break them to copy our prices! Our best advertisements are the goods and our prices. A customer once is a customer always. Call and see our Christmas Goods. Very respectfully. Ao BBOOM, December 19, 1889. Good N ews For Laborers and short crop people. con dition and the membership is tin Call for Bids. in pretty generally lately ; they seem to be moving this year more than usual. —Mr. J. W. Register, accom panied by Miss Lizzie Register and Miss Sue King, made a trip to Cheraw last week visiting friends. —Mr. Henry Lloyd, not long since, went to North Carolina on a visit. Within a few days he returned bringing with him, as his life companion, one Mrs. Mary Lloyd, nee Brit. We wish them much success in their jour ney through life. —On Monday, Dec. 30, Prof. C. P. Jones treated the pupils of the school with a very large box of apples; each student receivin two apples. Surely the Pro! thinks “it is better to give than to receive.” —Rev. J. O. Willson preached two very able and interesting sermons at Weslev Chapel last Saturday and Sunday. The peo ple are highly pleased with their new Presiding Elder. They think they have the best preach er in the Conference. —It having turned cooler last week several people killed their “little shoats.” Mr. Green Wat ford killed one weighing 400 lbs; and Mr. L. E. Watford killed one weighing 510 lbs., receiving 150 IbSj lard from it. Has anybody in Darlington County killed a heavier shoat than Mr. L. E. Watford? If anyone has we should like to hear from him. * growing rapidly. Everything foretells a bright future for the Order. DARLINGTON, NO. 186. At a meeting held on January 4th, Messrs. B. F. Williamson, W. H. Lawrence and D. S. Du Bose were regularly installed. Mr. A. C. Coggeshall sent in his resignation as business agent of the Alliance, and Mr. M. T. Lide was elected to that position. It was decided to meet here after on the first and third Sat urdays in each month at three o’clock P. M. PHILADELPHIA, NO. 130. At our meeting on December 21st Mr. J. G. Davis was initia ted, and Mr. J. A. Blackman, of Swift Creek Alliance, was re ceived by demit. At our meeting on the 4th inst. there was one application re ceived, and the secret work of the Farmers’ Industrial Union of America was exemplified by the proper officers. We will be known no more by the name of “The Farmess’ Alliance” but “Farmers’ Union.” —Messrs. R. F. Howie, W. A. Dowling, and Dr. P. A. Wilson, were appointed a financial com mittee for this Union to confer with merchants in regard to spe cial terms of trade for the ensu ing year. For Sale. Red Rust Proof seed oats, County raised, at 60 cents per bushel. Apply to E. M. WILLIAMSON, Dovesville, S. C. Jan. 9, ’90—2t Notice of Tax Returns. Office of the Mayor, ) Darlington, 8. C., Jan. 2,1890.) All tax payers and persons owning or controlling projrerty in the Town of Darlington are hereby notified to make their returns to the undersigned, of both real estate and personal prop erty, on or before, the 15th day of Feb., 1890. A penalty of 50 per cent, will be added to all failing to make their re turns by the time specified. By order of Council. 8. S. BURCH. Jan. 9, '90. Clerk. Office of the Mayor, ) Darlington, 8. C., Jan. 2, '89. f Sealed bids will be received until February 1, 1890, for the letting out by contract of the work on the streets and bridges for the Town of Darling ton. The following conditions to be complied with on the part of the con tractor: To keep the holes filled up and all side drains open on the streets now in use and to be used during the year, and all weeds cut down ; to keep the side walks level, curbed and free from grass and weeds; to keep all drains open and sides of drains free from trash, brush, grass and weeds, and to keep all bridges across drains and creeks in good repair; to furnish all material necessary to do the above work and to answer for all damages which the'Town may have to answer for, in the way of damages for defects in highways, streets and bridges; the Public Square to be thoroughly clean ed or raked off every two weeks, or oftener if necessary. All work subject to approval of Council. By order of Council. 8. 8. BURCH, Clerk. Jan. 9, ’90 NOTICE. U. 8. INTERNAL REVENUE, Dept. Col’rs Office, Dist or 8 C. Darlington, 8. C., Dec., 23, 1889. The following described property having been seized for violation of In ternal Revenue laws, any person claim ing same must file a bond, under Sec tion 3,4*0, R. 8. U. 8., in the Collec tor’s office within 30 days from date of publication hereof, or the same will be declared forfeited to the United States. One barrel of corn whiskey contain ing about eighteen (18) gallons, seized as the property of A. Manne. E. H.DEAS, Deputy Collector. Jan 9, ’90 COME - TO - FLORENCE, 8. C., To buy Horses, Mules, Buggies, Wagons, Harness and Saddlery. There are three large Sale Sta bles here and you nave a large stock to make your selection from. We will do our best to please you. Make our office your home while here. COVINGTON BROS. Florence, S. C., Jan. 9, ’90. COMJE TO THE BACKET -A.JSTID Learn Wliat It Is, Just received six wagon loads of all kinds of Staple and Fancy Goods; bought at 50 to 60 cents on the dollar owing to scarcity of money. Childrens’ shoes at 40 to 50 cents ; women’s, 11 to 8, 75 cts up; Overcoats $2.50 up; pants 60 cts up. Clothing at a Racket. The fanciest lot of Jerseys int own, 60 cts up; Cloaks, jackets, dol man’s New Markets, &c., Newport wool and silk scarfs of all kinds 90 cents up. 200 dozen stockings and socks, wool and cotton. 5 cents up. Umbrellas, ginghams and silk, 50 cents up; hats for men and boys; all kinds of underwear, wool and cotton balmoral skirts 50 cts up, and all kinds of shawls. Great drive in wool blankets, 10-4, 3 to 6 pounds, at $1.30 to $1.70 per pair. prices Broad Chinaware, steel and silver tableware. Dolls, dolls, dolls, the fin est line and the cheapest you ever saw; also all kinds of the finest Christmas goods. Our Millinery Stock is fast going; we mean to close out our entire stock in three weeks, and have made that will do it. Our dress goods must go. li yard all wool loth at 75 cents ; dress flannels at 14 cts and up. NOW IS THE TIME TO CALL! We have added two more good salesmen to help us and we will do our best to wait on you. As we have had no competition in the past and doubled our last year’s sales, we feel sure of a greater rush now. New York office 466 Broadway. Respectfully, J. J. SHEPARD. December 12, 1889. A T ENTS, E - smith Caveats and Trade-Marks obtained, and all Patent business conducted for Moderate Fees. Our Office is Opposite U. 8. Patent Office and we can secure patent in less time and at less cost than those remote from Washington. 8end model, drawing or photo., with description. We advise, if patentable or not. free of charge, Our fee not due till patent is secured. A Little Book. “How to Obtain Pat ents,” with names of actual clients in your State, County or town sent free. Address, C. A. SNOW & CO. Opp. Patent Office, Washington, D. C PHOTOGRAPHER, Darlington, S.C. Parlors over Garner’s New Drag Store where the citizens of Darlington County are now respectfully invited to call and examine my pictures. The very best of work guaranteed. Oct. 17, ’89-lyr. For Sale. A valuable house and lot iently located in the Town of Sep. 19, ’89—tf. » \V7 m mM ■'Aba