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ihe $arlinflton $lm WADDY THOMPSON, Editor. Thnrsday, Noy. 30,1893, STRETCHING THE LAW. Governor Tillman does not mind stretching the dispensary law to suit his own purposes. He has stretched it all out of shape. Indeed one can scarce ly recognize it as the Act pass ed by the Legislature. The reason the Governor generally gives for his course is that his construction of the Act, if it be not the law, is “common sense.” This is a dangerous position for an officer, charged with the ex ecution of the laws as they ap pear upon the statute book, to take. The Governor gave the dis pensary law the greatest stretch last week. Mr. Jackson, the proprietor of a hotel in Charles ton, and Mr. Chatfield, the pro prietor of a hotel in Aiken, ap peared before the Governor last week and stated that many of their guests are Northern tour ists who often wish drinks that are not sold at the dispensary or else call for liquor after the dispensary is closed. This con dition of affairs, the hotel men said, tends to make the tourists pass on to other States. The Governor deplored the situation but he was equal to the emer gency with his “common sonse” construction of the law. He made the hotel men clerks to the dispensary and had the kinds of liquor they wish to sell to their guests ordered through the State dispenser. The hotel men are to keep these liquors for sale in their hotels and are to make reports of their sales to the county dispensers. The law provides that liquor shall only be sold by the regu larly appointed dispenser and only at the dispensary. How a hotel man can legally keep li quor for sale at his hotel is be yond our comprehension. If liquor may be kept for sale in hotels in Charleston and Aiken, why cannot it be kept in every hotel in the State ? Why not in the hotels in Darlington ? And if it may be sold in hotels, what becomes of the boasted safeguards that the dispensary throws around the liquor traffic? What is to keep the hotel bar from remaining open all night and the liquor from being adul terated ? What is to keep drunk ards and minors from obtaining liquor at the hotels? We have been told that the dispensary system would stop all these abuses but the governor’s “com mon sense” construction may open the flood gates again. If the Governor had been half as liberal in his course towards railroads, banks, factories, phos phate industries and the like as he has been towards his pet scheme, the dispensary, South Carolina would now be more prosperous. If he had exercised his “common sense” in behalf of Northern capital as he did for the Northern tourist, money would not be so scarce. But there is more yet involved in the Governor’s stretching of the law. It is bad for him to try to enforce a law, especially an unpopular one, while he himself infringes ’ipon it. THE PEACEFUL RAID. There are people who are hos tile to Darlington. They wel come any occurrance that would injure the interests of the town. They use abuse of Darlington as a means of self advancement. These people would gladly have seen trouble arise, and, indeed, predicted that it would arise, from the first raid in Darlington under the dispensary law. They are doubtless disappointed that the raid on Friday last had such a peaceful issue—they did not get the sweet morsel, which they expected to roll about on their malignant tougues. No resistance was made to the law and nothingojcured from which political capital could be made. The enemies of Darlington must be disappointed. What they have been eagerly waiting for never came. The truth is the people of Darlington have been greatly maligned for politichl purposes. This has been donq by men who know they can only thrive by keeping alive the feeling against the town. Our people have re spect for the majesty of the law and will not resist its enforce ment, if it be done properly. They know what the Sheriff’s duty is and they will not en deavor to thwart him in his at tempt to perform it. Conse quently when the Sheriff made his search on Friday, armed with the proper papers, neither interference nor truble was giv en him by the party whose premises was searched or by anybody else. The search was gotten at in the right way. The proper of ficer made it with the proper papers. There will be no trou ble so long as the law is enforc ed in a way to command re spect. It is the abominable spy system that causes liberty lov ing people to resort to harsh measures. Right-minded men loathe a man who will pry around and worm himself into one’s confidence and then betray it. These spies are often inter lopers—strangers sent here from other places purposely to spy upon our home people. They often, too, make searches and seizures without a warrant or any sign of authority save a badge. This is usurpation and it will make the most law-abid ing citizens rebel. The peace ful raid in Darlington on Friday points strongly to a moral: Let the law be enforced properly. and Ashland held their confer ence on Saturday at Mr. Mat thew Beasley’s residence in Pond Hollow. We have not heard the result as to the newly ' organized church at that place. We will for the next 15 days offer to the ladies some special bargains in 20 prices of Dress Goods at cost, consisting of hop sackings, cashmeres and dress flannells. Come and see them. Brunson, Lunn & Co. Sale of Securities. K Y virtue of written authority giv en me by Abram Weinburg 1 will oell to the highest bidder in front of the Court House, at Darlington Court House, on Friday, the 15th day of December next, between the hours of 11 and 12 o'clock, a certain bond together with the mortgage given to secure the same of Wesley Dargan, bearing date the 24th day of January, A. D. IW.t, upon which there is now due and unpaid Seven Hundred and Nine and 08 100 (#700.08) Dollars, with interest from the 15th day of Inarch. 1103, at ten per cent per annum, si. id mortgage being recorded in the office of R. M. C. for Darlington County, in Book No. 0, pa3e 258. Said bond and mortgage can b« inspected at any t.mo at the office of W. F. Dargan, at Darlington C. H.. S.C. Terms of sale cash. J. B. LAW. Novgo—3t Lost. , HALF grown pointer dog, in 1 color a blue roan of reddish cast, or flea-bitten roan answers to name of Dan Strayed from my premises on the 27th instant any information leading to his discovery wjll be prop erly recognized by GEO. W. BROWN. Nov 30—tf. What is Life Assurance? An easy means of secur ing your wife and family against want in the event of your death. A creditable means of se curing a better financial standing in the business world. The most safe and profit able means of investing your savings for use in after years. All Life Insurance is good. The Equitable Life is the best. For (till particulars, address W. J. RODDEY, Manager, carolTnas. Roch Hill, S.C. Creditor’s Notice. A LL persons having claims against the estate of Jordan Lang, de ceased, shall present them properly- approved to the undersigned, and all indel ARE YOU GOING TO PAINT? If you are we want to say a few words to you about paints in general and The Averill Paint in particular. Our long, hot season makes ours one of the hardest and most trying climates on paints. Cheap paints are worthless. The best white lead will ‘‘chalk off” in a very few months. A paint to give satisfactory results here must be especial ly adapted to our climatic con ditions. Vhe Jltfepill Is just such a paint. It has been used in this lo cality for 25 years, and has al ways given satisfaction. It Is GUARANTEED To give you perfect satisfac tion after time sufficient to thoroughly test it has elapsed,- and we are autlforized to pro tect this guarantee. Please call at our store for color cards (free), and see book of 20 ele gant designs for house-paint ing. Welling & Bonnoitt. Jnn 22—6m. THE COUNTY NEWS. Matters in aud Around Timmonsville— Other Letters. Hon. J. O. Byrd left Sunday last for Columbia to attend the Legislature. Thanksgiving services will be conducted at the Baptist Church to-day by Rev. J. F. Morral, pastor. Mr. G. C. McEarchen has im proved so much from his recent long illness as to be able to take a trip to Columbia this week. Misses Lizzie and Julia Rags dale are conducting the public school here to the satisfaction of the patrons and the little fel lows. Mr. C. W. Langston has trad ed his place in town for a plan tation in the Sardis section and has moved his family to the lat ter place. The Atlantic Coast Line will, beginning on Sunday next, give us the best schedule we have had for years. We will be able to go to and return from Wil mington, Florence, Charleston or Darlington in one day. We will get the Columbia papers about daylight. One of Tillman’s spies was taken in here last week. He was informed in some way that a suspicious box was in the de pot consigned to one of the faithful near town, who should patronize the dispensary instead of wholesale dealers of spirits beyond the State. The spy obtained a warrant and called on the agent for the said box which the agent delivered to him. The spy opened the box but to his surprise it con tained only sawdust, as the con signee haa several days before taken bis jug out, nailed up the box again and left it in the de pot. - RIVERDALE. Mr. and Mrs. R. Fay visited relatives at Hartsville last week. Miss Sallie Williamson, who hrobeen visiting relatives here, has returned to her home in Dovesville. The winter session of the Riv- erdale school commenced on the 21st int and we congratulate the patrons of the school on se curing the service of Miss Edna Dargan as instructress. CLYDE Since the cold weather wo have commenced killing shoats. We are glad to see Mr. S. G. Parnell out again after a few days’ sickness. Some of o u r farmers have sown wheat and others will join them in the movement. We ex pect to try some home made flour. Mr. Z. F. W arreu’s little son is quite sick but under the treat ment of Dr. 8. H. Griffith, of Hartsville, we hope soon to see him well again. Rev. J. A. White preached an excellent sermon at New Market on Sunday from He brews, XVI, 11. It was the last sermon for this conference year and we regret to part with Bro. White. The Advents of Stokes Bridge Groceries at Public Auction. T HE remainder of the stock of Kroceries, etc., together with the store-fixtures, of S Manne, will be sold at public auction at the store on Pearl street on Monday next, Dee ember 4. R. L. DARGAN, It Agent of Mortgagee. The Darlington Building and Loan Association. A SPECIAL meeting will be held on Friday evening, December 1, at 7 o’clock, at the office of E. Keith Dargan, Esq., for the purpose of dis posing of the business of the last re gular meeting, which failed for want of a quorum. CHA8. K. ROGERS, Nov 28, 1803. Sccty. and Trefts. Mi’s Sals ! ebted to said payment to Nov. 23—tf estate shall make E. H. DBAS, F. 8. SOLOMON, J. A. SMITH, Executors MASON’S Hew Jewelry Store, Pearl Street, Work done neatly'and cheap. A GROCER WITH ANY “SAND” Will not pnt it in hie sugar, but rather into business principles. Pure Sugar is a good thing to be able to sell, but much of it is adul terated in these days. The watchful grocer is careful what he buys—then he knows what he is selling. This is the only way in which a reputation for reliability can be built up. As in Sugar, so with Tea, Coffee, Flour, Butter—everything we keep for public consumption. We BUY THE BEST, therefore SELL THE BEST, and are satis fied with a reasonably small profit. Perhaps you know this already. Certainly you do if you deal with us. Geggeshall &• Company, Largest and Most Complete Stock of Staple and , ■FaDcy Groceries AT WHOLESALE AND RETAIL. Cj ROGER I Best County SEED OATS. CHOICE SEED RYE. All orders entrusted to our care will receive our prompt personal attention. Ceggeshall & Company. Will pay for three of .the best weekly newspapers in the country for one year, Pursuant to a deed of trust made to me by W. D. Woods, I will sell AT PUBLIC OCOT, in front of the Court House, at Darlington, S. C., on MM, JAM! 3, 1534, The following described real es tate : * All that tract of land situated in the town of Darlington, fronting on Cashua street, and containing 85 ACRES more or less; the same to be sold JILT LOTS as indicated by a plat which may be seen at the office of Gibson & Woods. The sale will continue from day to day until all the lots are sold. Terms of sale, one-third cash; balance in one year, secured by the bond of the purchaser or purchasers and mortgage of the premises. Purchaser or pur chasers to pay the undersigned for all necessary papers. N. 8. GIBSON, Nov3()toJan4 Trustee. MOHIEREY. 1/60 Monks' Remedy 1845 Toxic, Nkrvink, Blood Pvrifibr. Like Curee Like. The |K>ison of the swamp has its anti dote in the swamp. For Malaria, Nervousness, Indiges tion, Dysentery and Bowel Complaint ask your dealer for HUNl’KIlKY. If he does not keep it, we will send you a large bottle, express prepaid, on reoeiet of $1. MONTEREY CO., Florence, S. C., Props. & Mfrs. F. W. WAGENJSR & CO„ • Charleston, State Agents. NovSO—ly Lor Rent." A TWO horse farm upon which is located a nine room residence. Apply to Nov 16—8t E. C. LIDE. MeslifyM Mer, Hit Htn Ciltintn, Tit Dirliigloi levs. Hebron High School, STOKES BRIDGE, 8. C. 0 P. P. Bkthka, A. B., Principal. Miss Pauline Dennis, Asst. Prin. A preparatory school for boys and girls. Session begins Oot. 16, 1803 and continues for a term of 0 months. Location beautiful and healthful. Good building with modern equip ments. Music department. Tuition easy. Good board in sight of building. For further information apply to Principal. Sept 28—2mo. E.J. O’CONNOR, ' dkaLkr is OLD MllStim MIES, *5 908 BROAD STREET, ■A-TrO-TTST-A., <3- A.. These three papers will supply all the news, County, State and National, that one needs to keep fully abreast of the times. Money is very •scarce these days, but read ing matter is proportionate ly cheap. Four years ago these three journals would have cost $6 in all; now they can be had by leaving at The DakJ lisutox Nkws office the small sum of JUST OPENED NEW Fall limy! Pretty Styles AND Lcu’est Prices. -AT- ILlMs. a Oct 5—3m A lard. I wish to inform thepublic that I have opened a beef market at the stan I next to McCullough & Blackwell’s sta ble and have the finest lot of cattle (from North Carolina) ever brouglit to Darlington. I sell beef at 8acd 10 cents and promise to please all who will kindly favor me with their patronage. Nov. 23—tf JOHN W. INGRAM. & W olfram Watchmaker and Jeweler, o A large new stock of goods — Just Received To supply the demands of the Fall trade. Watches and Jewelry of every description at the most reasonable prices. A large assortment of SIPEJOT A-Om-DS I Guaranteed to suit the most exacting eyes. Watch-repairing a Specialty. Satisfaction Guaranteed. Sep 28—8m The Largest Liquor House in the South Choice Brandies, Wines, Gins, Rums and Liquors of Every Description. Mail Orders Receive Prompt Attention. Sept 28—3mo BANK OF DAKLINGTON, DARLINGTON, 8. C., Capital, — — $100,000 Surplus and Undivi ded Profits, — $45,973.80 DIRECTORS: W. C. Coker, J. L Coker, R. W. Boyd, J. J. Ward. E. R. Mcfver, A. Nachman, Bright Williamson. Transacts a General Banking ' Business. Savings Department. Deposits of $1 and upwards received. Interest allowed at rate of per cent, per annum from date of deposit—payable quarterly on the first day of January, April, July and October. For further information ply at the Bank. ap Accounts in both Depart ments solicited and will be given careful attention. • BRIGHT WILLIAMSON, President. L. E. WILLIAMSON. ’ Cashier. Dec. 81—tf 6.1 flMEB & Mamilacturers -OP- Doors, Sash, Bluias, MOUXiDIlN-GtS -i-ARD- Building Material. ESTABLISHED 1842. OEARLB8TON, 8. 0. April, 2q 1808-1 CRACKED DISHES are unsightly on the table—they are worse—they are uncleanly. No amount of washing will get the dift out of the cracks. We don’t believe any woman’ will be willing to pat them on the table after visiting our store and seeing the price at which she can get A „ Glassware, Queensware, And China. Genuine China, Gold Band, Cups and Saucers, $1 PER SET. WANTED! e Our customers and friends throughout the county to know that we have just opened the , Largest Stock of Goods We have ever had the pleasure of offering to the public, and that these goods were bought with a view to the present hard times, which means that in order to sell this large stock, we pro pose , TO WORK OH SMALLER PROFITS. We ask the people of Darlington and adjoining counties to sustain us by giving us their patronage and we will not disap point them. Remember, our stock embraces everything in the way of Dry Goods, Clothing, Shoes, Hats. Hardware, And Groceries. Respectfully, BRUNSON, LUNN & CO. | THE “CALIGRAPH.” It is now ’Thirteen years since the “Caliqbaph” Typewriter awas first put upon the mar- *ket and in all that time has responded faithfully to what is required of a first-class writing machine. The Cal igraph is recognized everywhere as the most simple and most durable typewriter. It is easily learned, does beautiful work, and will last a decade, if properly cared for. In speed contests it has repeatedly taken first plajfe and in .telegraphic work has nevet been excelled. For manifold work it has no superior. With interchangable parts the Caligraph is well nigh indestructible. The expe rience of business men, ministers, telegraphers, short-hand schools and government departments all go to prove that the Caligraph is without a peer. SOLID OUST B3A.SY THHEtLAS which can be ascertained by applying at The Dar lington News Office. C. Irvine Walker, Jr., & Co., GENERAL AGENTS, 6 BROAD STREET, - - CHARLESTON, S. C. Wa L S3 SHOE tum. Do jm wear them? Wha imrt hnwad try a pair. Meat In the world. « $488, 83.S8 eise $2.28 $2.80 raa If JIN wart a (at MCSS SHOE, Mfr la fta kM •bH don’t pay $6 to $>, try aiy S3, S3A0, |4.00 ar SiShoa. Thay It aqaat to cattom audt and took and waarnwafl. IfyawIthtoKoaiMkalaVarfootwaar, 4ttaky parckaalng W. L Dmgtai Skoal. Ham art prtca tfeiaprt an tha bottom, look hr It wtua m k«y. W.t»DOUGLAS,Brwcktwa.Maa*. SoMby For sale by A. J. BROOM, Darlington, 8. C. invited. No. 7, Knight* of fcs, meet* on 1st and 3rd Tcksday Evenings In eaeh mouth, at Castle Hall, Florence street, opposite Broad. Visit ing brothers fraternally .B.Me6!RT,D.0.S M l Offer* hi* profeesHHuai MnvkM *• th* people of Darlington and vktnl*? Office over the store of Edwards. f *• meat* do. Jan IS.’SO—ly