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Miss Ella Morris Lake City, August *_'*>: The life and character of Miss Ella M >rris, whose death was announced quite recently, deserves more ttian passing mention. While the world in the J large sense knew nothing of her, yet! in her world no one occupied a loft-, ier place or ieft a memory more respected or hallowed. Eulogies are pronounced over the great: then why not over the good? To the general readers of The Becokd the uotice which has already appeared announced but a common event, a death, and that whs all; but to us it was uot all? no, no, uot by far. To the loving ones?and all who knew her were these?that notice was a single statement of facts which brought bleakdesolation to their hearts and homes. The pale horseman has never claimed a victim from this community whose goiog away left more of sadness and real pain. Not only her own health-stone was left under the shadow of gloom, but it is :io exaggeration to say that every home in this town and vicinity was affected and in a manner aDd to an extent hitherto unknown. Strange it may seem that this can be written of a modest, qniet woman, but it is as true as strange that the impress of this noble young woman, the purity of her life the sweet strength of her character, the powerful influence of her words and deeds were felt throughout every stratum of society and that for lasting good. When the tidings went forth, "Miss Ella Morris is dead", even strong men groaned, What a blow". To those who did not come within 1 the sphere of her influence it is well nigh impossible to give a clear idea of her life and character or to con- 1 vey a true conception of her worth. No glitterinz deeds to record: no 'Startling acts to set down. Just the life and the love of a sweet young woman, yet a life and love that graved their seal deep and broad in the best affections. She was a woman 1 in every best sense of the word. She was a womanly woman. Public assemblages never heard her voice, nor were her virtues cried from the honse-top; yet the splendor of her character was in every thing she 1 said and did, and stamped itself in glowing epitaphs that will live in the hearts of those around her. No nobler woman ever lived in this community than she, and it is not idle to say that her place cannot be filled. Because of her departure, ' there are hearts that will ache and . ache on until they too shall cease to beat. Time and care and duty will doll the arrow's point, but the barb ?m?11 nl/ln flvnwn fltill Will 1BUKIC buv.lv Bum On occasions such as this vacuous encomiums and empty panegyrics are thought to be common, but every word here written is written in all Sincerity and candor, and those who ^ know and understand will give them full credence. This writer knew Miss Morris from her child-hood to her grave and knew her well. As her teacher from almost the beginning of her school days to the doors of Winthrop college, from which he graduated; as a fellow teacher through days of sunshine and of ' lhadow; as a friend in after years, ; he knew her in her life and her i work, and believes that he estimates i her character at certainly not more than its true wortn?rather less. k ?-?II waa kwi/vlif nkn/linnf AB & pupil SL1C WOO V(J?UI>, uuiuiim, studious, kindly considerate and ( ? keenly appreciative, yet nor jealousy, ( nor spite nor evil ever entered her XQind. Not from entrance to the day when 1 a diploma, with honors, and a med- , al were delivered did she give one cause of reproof or complaint, but instead, causejfor pride and commendation. < As a teacher her place is far above v t ' ?1 < tne average, iruo me bcuwi iwm ghe carried that sweetness, and pu- j ritj and nobility and earnestness ] which was of herself a part; and i which made her one of the most ar- ; dently adored teachers we have ever : fcnown, and one who hud the rare , and marvelous faculty of imparting her own personality to those in her , charge. Her control over the boys and girls in her room was almost marvelous. The most stubborn and . pnruly roister of the community ] V when placed under h? r became a I new creature. She exacted thor- ; [Highness in details and obedience to ' the command of superiors, yet so, i owerful was the sweetness of her character that her pupils regarded ; these exactions as tributes of love j and with more than cheerfulness, I veil with exultation, meet all le- ; . I (juirements. Hers was a well train ed intellect and she had the rare faculty of being able to train other minds, and this she did with all the^ earnestness of iier being, ami nun marked success. To the children of the school her death is a direct and irreparable loss. No doubt there are other teachers her equal, but not one can till every uook and cranny of the field she occupied. The children will sadly miss her. Those at h.-r home miss her too, aud that with a desolation others I cannot conceive. The mother of the house was taken away many years ago, but this daughter remained until now, the good right hand of her white-haired father, the ministering augel of .ier aged grandmother and the tender mother of her young brother and sister. God, pity these and in Thine own way soften the terrible blow. We can do nothing. Miss Morris was a Christian, of this there is no doubt here. Her religion was not blazoned by phylacteries nor proclaimed upon the streets; it was not made kuown by proclamation nor by alms in public places; kn r Koiriar hor splf. hf?l VP1*V life. DO --- 1 ? J ?? one asked the question, but all felt it; all knew it. By a subtility, a strange magic, her very being proclaimed the God she served. No breath of scandal ever touched her: no whisper of evil ever wtut abroad of her. Against her even the spite of venomous women was never directed, and with her name the most irrepressible gossip never dealt. Wherever she moved it was among uncovered heads, for in her presence the most uncouth boor btcame a gentleman. If ever divinity shone forth in human form, it was here. If God ever made the form of humanity to shine forth with the splendor and inspiration of immortality: surely it was here. Her life was a sweet benediction, and her going forth the entrance of a redeemed into the land tnat flows with milk and honey. If there be anything of truth; if there be aught of the Christian religion, then is she with the blest. There are those who still question, "Shall the dead live again? To these the answer is, "I do believe that just the same sweet face, But glorified, is waiting in the place Where we shall meet, if only 1 am counted worthy in that by and by." WLB A Payfig InvestBfat. Mr John White, of 38 Highland Ave, Honlton, Maine says: "Have been troubled with a cough every winter and spring. Last winter I tried many advertised remedies, but the caugh continued until I bought ? Ka^Ia j-v? V'ncr'a Wow Hifl. tt UUU UVUIC VI 1/1 mug o Iivn covery; before that was half gone, the cough was all gone. This winter the same happy result has followed; a few doses once more banished the annual cough. I am now convinced that Dr King's New Discovery is the best of all cough aud luug remedies." Sold under guarantee at D C Scott's drug store. 50c. ind $1.00. Trial bottle free. Nautical Information. "By the ways captain," said the sweet young thing on the second day out. with a smiling attempt to be chummy, "where does Mother Carey fe^d her chickens?" "In the trough of the sea, yonng woman," replied the captain of the ocean liner, with solemn dignity.?Chicago Tribune. The Cannon Ball Tree. Among the plants of Guinea one of the most curious is the cannon ball tree. It grows to the height of sixty feet, and its flowers are remarkable not only for their beauty, but also for their fragrance. Its blossoms are of a beautiful crimson, appearing intlarge bunches and exhaling a rich perfume. The fruit resembles enormous cannon balls; hence the name. However, 6ome say it has been so called because of the noise which the balls make in bursting. From the shells domestic utensils are made, and from the contents are obtained several kinds of acids, sugar and gum as well as the materials for making an excellent drink in sickness. ssed Examination Successfully J a nifS Donahue, New Britiun, Conn., writes: "1 tried several kidney remedies, and was treated by our best physicians for diabetes, but did not improve uutil 1 took Foley's Ividney Remedy. After the second bottle I showed improvement, and live bottles cured me completely. I have since passed a rigid examination for life insurance.'* Foley's Kidney Remedy cures backace and all forms of kidney and bladder trouble. W L Wallace. Candidates' Cards. [Announcement? m im* cihuiuu ?m j.m.lKhed until the cioseof the campaign at the fol lowing rates. provided the announcement due* ootexeeed seventy Ave (TS) words: State and Congressional candidates $.">.00: County candidates f J. 0t?] Congress 6th District. I hereby announce myself a candidate for re-election to ? ongress from the Sixth District subject to rules of the Democratic primary. J E Ellkrbk. I hereby annonce myself a candidate for Congress from the 6th Congressional district, pledging ntyself to abide the rules of the Democratic party. J W Ragsdale. For the Legislature* I hereby announce myself a candidate for the House of Representatives subject to the rules of the Democratic primary. Theo. B. Gourdin. For the house of representatives, Jno S Graham, subject to the rules of the Democratic primary. Jno s Graham. ForSolicitor 3rd Circuit The undersigned offers himself to the voters of Williama^urg for the office of solicitor, subject ^ the rules of the primary. He was ap minted to succeed Hon. W. H. Wells, u ^?vas transferred to another circuit, . he now asks the suffrage of the peopu for the full term, believing he has alr? idy demonstrated that he is fully qualified for the place. J. B. Mclaughlin. I hereby announce myself a candidate for Solicitor of the Third Circuit, subject to the rules of the Democratic primary, Philip H Stoll. For Road Engineer I hereby announce my candidacy for appointment to the position of road engineer, subject to tne primary election. Under the recent Act of the legislature, I did not undei stand that any one could fill said position but a civil engineer, but since it has been put ir: the primary and no civil engineers are running, I am a candidate on my record, and if elected will fill said position to the best of my ability. Thanking mv friend- for their favors in the past, 1 am Respectfully. S. J. Singletary. By solicitation of my friends I hereby announce mv.-elf a candidate for the office of road engineer for Williamsv,,irnr nlpdcrinc mvself to abide by the rules and regulations of the Democratic party. 1 earnestly crave the endorsement of the delegation and clerk of court. I have had several years' experience in road building and, if elected, will discharge the duties of the office to the very best of my ability. J. J. Graham For CoronerI hereby announce that I am a candidate for the office of Coroner of Williamsburg county, subject to all the rules of the Democratic primary. W. J. Godwin. Thanking all my friends for theii support in the past, I recpectfully announce myself a candidate for re-election to the office of coroner, subject to the rules of the Democratic party. I am an old veteran, having served four years in the war, and during the term of my office I have tried to do my duty. I respectfully ask your support in the AAminflr nrimurv. r K Gamble. Remember, free stalls and hitching room for your stock at Farmere Supply Co's. ?:@: ?:?:?:??:@::?:@@ ? full'wT : val FOR 1 I TOB/ ? SELL ? flotlev & <g> . * I Planter* I Wa ? OUR CI 1. Correct business raethc ?) 2. A full corps ol assistar ?* 3. Convenient location ar 4. A tine flowing well on ] }?/ 5. House open day and nij ? G. Tlie ideal place to sell w money. | MOTLEY & MOT DeWitt's Carboliztftl Witch K zel Salve is especially good for pili but it is also recommended neai ery where aud for anythi when a salve is needed, is soothing, cooling and healing, sure to get I'eWitt's Witch Ha Salve when you ask for it. We s and recommend it. Sold by D Scott, M I). Creditors Notice. All persons having claims agai: the Estate of D B Xexsen will p sent the same duly attested, and persons indebted to said Estate make payment at once to J NO M Nexsen, S-fJ-4t Qualified Executor. THE KIN05TREE PRESSIIN CLUB, Kingstree, - - S. < HERE is what you are looking for place where you can havC" jr< clothes cleaned, pressed, re ,ii and dyed in a first-class n ni by an experienced v/orkp> ?tl has ser ed his apprent^ ship a tailor and cutter on/ /Oth gen and ladies' garmen' . ALL WORK done h f where customers r ay work before it is finish. . -nu that they get what they order All work guaranteed satisfact< or no charges will be made. Single-breasted Suits Pressed, Pressed and Cleaned Scoured or French Cleaned 1 Ladies' Skirts Pressed French Cleaned, Scoured & Pressed 1 Dry Cleaning Kingstree Pressing Glub UP STAIRS Next door to Courtney's. 'Phone No. 17. 7-30-tf Notice. Mr J T Eaddy has this day s< and transferred all his right, ti and interest in the business herefore conducted at Johnsonville, S under the firm name of S B Posl & Co., to Mr S B Postoo, who w assume all the liabilities and coll all the credits of said firm. 1 business will be continued under I tame name at Johnsonville.S C. August 15, 1908. S B Poston. J T Eaddy. P C Bradham. Composing the firm of S B Posl & Co. 8-27-31 WOOD'S SEEDS. |j Best qualities obtainable. y Winter or Dairy Vetcb makes not only one of the largestyielding and best winter feed and forage crops you can grow, but ie also one of the best of soil-improvers. adding more nitrogen to the soil than anyiother winter crop. Wood's Descriptive Pall Catalogue fives fall information about this valuable crop; also ^about all other Farm 6 Garden Seeds for Fall planting. Catalogue H mailed free on request. Write for it T. W. WOOD 0 SONS, Seedsmen, Richmond, Va. ^ i:?:-;?:?@"@:@:?::?:@< >R | ARKET -UE i mnn i WITH ^ ^ ; Motley r as * rehouse LAIMS ids and a square deal to all. its, each expert in his line, id ample accommodations, lot. rht. your tobacco for the most LEY, Lake City, S. C. i:?:?:@?:@.?:?::?:@ t xxxxxxxxxxxx> c rgoummer 0 J( X FaRMFRS nst X * i itiifiuiw ajj C) Hardware iv In order to make roon j* fall goods we are clo: jX cles such as, ICECREAM Q ERAIORS, WATER COOLERS, I Q duced prices. Besides a w ties we have a nice line ? V is nothing that adds mc _a X in summer than a "Blue F1 Si (S CAlL m mjsjsj S 0 O ur o; - gis the-12ices 10 a 22 ywh e re.& > ^ e&ztrem ely 1 < v We are also adding a g 50 "oqi will be in a position tc - <5 I ^ i * n. l, yt man ever oeiore. ^an a: 8 Farmers Sup 8?9?SSSSSSSC I "A dollai 1 is a doll 'he the There is no better wa dealing with J. L. Stuckey, the < on man. I have a splendid line 1 bur. Win J that in view of the hard tim above cost. A nice bunch of HORSI at prices to suit. 1 J. L 5tu I ???-1??? Kc (I For Dyspepsia If vou Suffer from Ind D the Stomach, Belching, etc., a little Kodol will R ?) Kodol supplies the same digest! v jjJ juices that are found in a health & stomach. Being a liquid, it start g." digestion at once. J Kodol not only digests your foot 5) but helps you enjoy every mouthfi . you eat. ?) You need a sufficient amount c ^ good, wholesome food to maintai fi) strength and health. SBut, this food must be digeste thoroughly, otherwise the pains c S indigestion and dyspepsia are tli result. ?) When your stomach cannot do it work properly, take something t help your stomach. Kodol is th only thine that will give tne sw)n g) ach complete rest. SWhy? Because Kodol does th same work as a strong stomach, an ?) does it in a natural way. ?> g ft mc H /C O R A ?! Greenville, ?) (M Owned and controlled by 1 S* 1 Carolina.A high gride college foi I W) Graduate courses in the Ar ?) (# s'on' Gymnastios and Business. ^ pounds. Elegant buildings. Mo< ?) / Location in Piedmont section, ant (A Expenses for the entire year. 1 ?) m\ B. All included in proposition (A 6) /a s'on *208.00 to $*213.00. The nexl ( catalogue and information address ft CSSSCSeSSSeS: f. . f \ So ?: OOOOOOOOCOO<71 g Ni Clearance^ \ SUPPLY CO. g Department a for our immense stock of 7A ^ sing out all summer artiFREEZERS, HAMMOCKS, REFRIG- I ICE PICKS Etc., at greatly re.11 of these summer necessi- ^ of OIL COOK STOVES and there Jk >re to the comfort at home Wj ' lame Oil Stove" in the kitchen. (? IW YOU THE ADVANTAGES. j) f Agate Ware in 51 to be seen nd prices are 3W, X ood many new lines and w) ) offer a greater selection gK ' ad see for yourself. JA >ply Company. ft ^__ I il r saved lar made" y to save your dollars than by aid reliable live-stock !0f - y ii il ins, es am offering at 10 per cent ES and MULES always on hand ICkey, Lake City, S. C. dol and Indigestion igestion, Dyspepsia, Gas on Sour Stomach, Heart-burn, A elieve you almost Instantly S e So, don't neglect your stomach, y Don't become a chronic dyspeptic. :s Keep your stomach healthy and strong by taking a little Kodol. ] You don't have to take Kodol all jj the time. You only take it when you need it. ,f Kodol is perfectly harmless, n Our Guarantee d )f Go to your druggist today and get a dolp lar bottle. Then after you hareusedtbs lc entire contents of the nottle If you can honestly say that It has not done yon any ?* a good, return the bottle to the druggist ana a he will refund your money without que?- . O tion or delay. We will then pay the a rug- J tQ gist. Don't hesitate, an aruggisw Know m . that our guarantee li good. This offer ap- M x plies to tne large bottle only and to but ou fl In a family. The large bottle contains 2& a ie times as mnch as the fifty cent bottle. B id Kodol is prepared at the laboratory ies of E. C. DeWitt & Co., Chicago. I COLLEGE,^ S. C. if :he Presbyteries of the Synod of South (A r women. A C hristian home school. ts and Sciences. Music, Art. Expres- W) Large and able faculty. Beautiful [A iern conveniences. Healthful climate. eK 1 in city of 25,000. W) L Tuition, Board.room and fee# $183.00. (A ) and Tuition in Music.Art or Expres- iT : session opens September 17th. For / >,S. C. BYRD.D. D.,Pres. 6-25-10t (0