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SEPTEMBER 24. Entered at the Post O?ce at Sumter, S. V^'as Second Class Matter. lrf*?'w~ - ti - ^ ? ? sAI)VERTISEMENTS. T. ^.Johnston?-For Beat. J.tRy.ttenourg & Sons?Seasonable Styles. J^P??tfeltardson, Governor?Proclamation. Mrsl?*'S. Dinkins? House and Lot for Sale. ; ^^^^J^f60' ^cilo?^ Com.?Examination i * Personal. aster' and wife ar? m SSp*r - Mrs^fi^/Atriar^visiring ' berannt Miss Emma Britton. Hiss Marion Kershaw is visiting friends in Mi? Chorine Cotclough of Smith ville, is oc ?'v^> the city. Attorney General: Barle will return this even* ing from.-a visit to Greenville. Mas Louise Beckham, of Rock Bill, has reopened her school in Privateer. Miss Beck, of Summerrille, t$r awFwi^ai tanburg on a visit to their parents. _ and Misses A Une and I rice isit ^ relativeren CrUrendon; .,,%?m|B. JfcCaflum; ka^-gopne to Louis ^ ril?>* ?y., to atiiend a business college. Judge Fraser is holding courtj?^ Florence, and is expect?? to pres?ebnere next week. Miss Maltie Doar, of MeClellanritle, S. C, is vfsitiugMr^adMrs. Shore of this city. - Mr. Whilden Nettles, son of Mr.. W. A. Net?les^^rj^afcr?Tis^to t??.city attending school. Ms^ F/Al 3eintz, of Baltimore, has ac cepted a/position in the Jewelry: store of Mr. fi AfHoyt: * Mrs. N. W. Edmonds, has returned from Mt. Pleasant, where she has been visiting her brother,.M aj. Leland. Mrs. Mary Bellinger, of Charleston, is on ? Tisii to thf family of Mr. and Mrs. H. L. Pinckney, of Stateburg. Mt? W.^M Giji>bes. of the Central National Bank of Columbia, spent last Saturday in the ciVy on Tus way to Florence. Mr. 6. W. Broach has removed to Somter from May ?ville,; and opened a sboemaklog ancHbarcess repair.shop on Liberty Street. Mr. J. B.Sanders^son.of Mr. TL O. San ders, and Mr. Daa Young of Rafting. Creek, bav^^?nito tjte;P*|rkk Military Institute, Anderson. Mrs. T. J: W biKon, of Fiorence, S. C, who has been-viiiitiog Mrs. H. D. Long, of this city hits re tu reed borne. Mrs. Long is 'much better. Mrs. James Jervey has left Sa m ter fora short sojparn & :he. delightful country home of CoL J.v J. jSroughtun, ''Forest Grove," Clarendon Cqsrcty. Mr. B.-R. Nash and family! with the ex ception of his daughter Miss Leila, have relumed home f??u Rome, Ga., where tbey bare been on a *isU.. Miss Emma Starr, of Charleston, spent sp&sml day* of this week in the city on her way home from the mountains, where she has been spending the summer. rGen^JL W. Moise, and daughter, returned ficom'tba.r We3tern trip on Thursday of last week We hope, from all accounts, that the Genern? has made up bis inind not to leave ~~~ bis old borne.. Mrs. *J& T._ Murray arid family, of Fort Moite, have come to Somter >o live. -Mr. and Wrs^Marray will soon go to bonsekeepiog. i$fr|tfat present tbey ft re staying at Mr. and =Mw5B<?ueaa Murray's. - 3 The fr?e?ds ef lljc. H. G. Osteen, formerly of this town, will be pleased: to see that he is hftjrgeful .Seid which, he bas lue work. W e cjip the foilow t*0ft izeterof Ws*tiesbot o, Ga : ..Wejre?js?ed _& pleasant call this morning from Mr.?steeu, the principal of Hend ricks Acade?yi an the ?ltb district. The citizens in tha?Ss?igh'borhood should pive every en couragement to aid him in building up a good schfioi;-;>.-, if* ifer-T?^^r^rie^has broken grouh<Ttcf lay the foundations of a new residence on the wjgjy^?Mfe G. Osteeo's, fronting Republi iVwiflbe s^eo by the advertisement of Johnston, in this paper, a good II have an opportunity ofrenting his ! uear^ilaTesville. ?y terian parsonage is undergoing thorough repairs inside and ont. The upper rooms are bewig "entirely remodeled, and whew finished will look like a new building. "'A newjewelry store bas been "opened next door to T. C'Seaffe's, by W. A. Mason. All kinds of" repairing witfbi, done and sh:isfac tiWi 'g?iuwaie?^;- Terms strictly cash. No books kept. Prices the lowest. The Presbyterian Church determined at a meeting held last Friday to sell their vacant lots North of their parsonage. ? committee composed of Messrs A. White, Sr., H. Frank Wilson, and T. B. Fraser, Jr., appointed , to make the sale. The land ,w><TCbe >ided Into lots, or sold as a whole. For particu lars of*sale apply to either member of the com mittee. The three new stores of Mr. John Reid' aezt bis old stand, on 'Main Street, are about completed, and two have been already occu pied. Mr. L. W. Folsom has moved his watch and. jewelry . emporium into one, and Mr. D. H. Wadsworth, tho Racket store, in the other. They make a handsome appear ance, especially when the electric ligb t3 are tamed on. la the September number of the Forum is an advertisement uader the caption "Winter Borne for Sale at a Sacrifice," of the residence and grounds?about 3 acres?of Mr. A. A. Solomon*-in this city. T-hts is a very desirabtejHace, and will v*ry likely not be loa? in finding a purchaser. We understand itfs tfie^r?oseT of Mr. Solomons and his to" leave 13umt?r. This will "be regretted by their many friends. The Somter Census. The City Council are now receiving sealed bids for the retaking of the census, which will be ordered to be taken at an early day Neither the Teieher nor McKusker census is correct, although the former is thought to be more so than the latter. Jail Delivery. Three prisoners escaped from the Somter jail on Saturday night last. ? i t mm Date Changed. Instead of Wednesday, 1st of October, the Somter dancing club will give their dance on next Monday evening. Oar New Trial Justice. Mr. Mark Reynolds has been appointed by the Governor, Trial Justice, in and for the City of Sumter, vice A B. S :uckey. Playing Their Cards Well. Progressive Euchre has come., into vogue again. Several card parties hare been given. Atjtbe &st, Miss .Clem China and Dr. T. W. Ifookuart were tba successful contestants for msytHes/'^ 3 - ' Cotton Compress. Large wagon loads of cotton are daily and hourly coming Into Sumter, and the Com press is now running very steadily. The bales are very neatly and compactly com - pressed. A 500 we:gbt bale can be compressed to the thickness of 1 foot 3 inches, and this allows for the- expansion consequent when takeAfrom.thema^hiae. zZii-z mim - mm . ' , % Hoyt's Two Good Men. They are neither slow nor'^ast," and those who wast watches and; clocks or repairs to Mie^ ?an reiy upon thetr keeping good time. J? sidt&>n to mt: Wittskowsky, whom we mentioned a short time ago, Mr. Hoyt has seen red the services of Mr F. A. Beintz, of Baltimore, who is & skilled watchmaker. His jewelry store is now one of the best in the ttty and State. A Variety to Choose Prom. We call attention to the interesting adver tisement in this issue of the W. und S. of the old and reliable firm of Messrs. J. Ryttenberg ft Sons. The yariety. and extent of tbeir stock can only be comprehended by reading their advertisement. 3?ery one should care fully read and then gire them a call. Long exp?rience has given them great advantage in the selection of tbeir stock, which they have doue with a view to the wants of the public. They draw the attention of thei- customers to the met Jhat they will reap the te?cdt of their having purchased their stock in shoes before the advance in leather. Married On Stptl 13th, by the Rev. Nelson J. Brown, Lawrence Lackev to Mrs. Tabbie Ardis, boih of Manchester township. Death. Mr, T. P. Mikell, eldest ton of Mrs R. M. Mikeil'of oar city, died on Edisto Island on yesterday, at 6 P. M. We understand that he was sick only a short time, but have learned no-other particulars except that the burial will take place oh Edisto Island to-mor row at 11 A. M He was about 31 years old and a bright and promising young man. He was here only a few weeks ago on a visit to bis? mother: Eeward foe ? Murderer.. As will be seen by ihe proclamation of the Governor, a reward of one hundred dollars is offered for the arrest of Gib Wilson, who cut his wife's throat about two weeks ago, about three miles from .May es vil le C. S. & N. E. R. The grading of the Charleston, Suinter & Northern R. R. which runs within six miles of Blenheim, Marlboro County, is completed now to McLeod's Mill, about five miles from Bennettsi?ie,jmdjtbe track, it is reported, will be laid, ?<^roat town in the course of a week. Ybm Ha Kipper. To-day, the Day of Atonement, is being generally observed by our Hebrew citizens. This event is exclusively celebrated in the boosesjof^tbet- people, and, coaibintd with a mu|i^^^^fe3cpUt^a and^ pjenance,'forms one of the mosr solemn of all Jewish obser vances; A tH^d fast iss kept from sunset to sunset, ana the services of the day are very solemn. *<The Seasons." An entertainment for the benefit of the Sumter Light Infantry, will be given at Armory Hail on the night of the second Thursday?the 9th?of October. The four Seasons will be represented by four tents, from which refreshments, fancy work, smiles and taffy will be dispensed by the lady friends of the S*. L. I., in their usually attractive and bewitching style. Almost Cut to Pieces. Ellison Singleton and Jno. Lewis, two colored men living on Col. W D. Scar borough's plantation, got into a fight on Monday rI*st, which resulted in the cutting of Le'wis in the most fearful manner. He was cut in twelveor fourteen places?on bis neck, back, above right knee, on bis hands and other places, and would probably have bled Xo death, had it not been for the prompt attention of Dr. Hughson, who sewed up the wounds. . The Dr. said if the cut on the side of his neck had been a J of an inch deeper be would have been instantly killed. The wounds were inflicted with a knife. Academy of Music. The New" York <?faily Noes has the follow ing in^esp?*ct ta yHbyt's Tbree .Fast Meu," whicb^SfcSbilledL for- Sumter next Saturday night "The??aS&eBce^^ Third Avenue Theatre last night to witness the per formance of Hoyt's crowning success, "Three Fast Men," were the most delighted people that ever gathered within its walls. It is the best attraction of the kind that has held the boards here for a long time. Mr. John Max is one of the best comedians on the stage, and the support is very strong and the parts well assigned. . Good singing and daucing catches nearly every-t>nei. aad- that- was one- of. the main features of the show. We predict a suc cessful ruu for the 'Three Fast Men.' " The curta?n will tise at 9 o'clock. Our City Fathers. The City- Council are inviting bids for the construction ?f a culvert over the deep ditch, which crosses Washington Street, in front of the Sumter Institute, known as the ''Turkey Creek CanaL" There is enough plank already hauled to the spot to build a good size house and they have purchased twenty five thousand brick for the purpose. Mr. L. M. Rem her t Street Commissioner is now superintending the cutting of a drain on the west side of Magnolia Street, opposite the Sisters of Mercy. The Gonncil deserve a vote of thanks for doing something that we are informed has never been done by them before namely scouring out and thorou rhly renovat ing theSumter market. Let this ^bod work? cleansing process?go on in er?ry department under the supervision of the City Government. TJhe health of a city is its greatest at traction? without it no place can prosper. - ?I - -OB^? The Sumter Hotel. T?e. Board of Directors of the Sumter Hotel CoaTpany.met on Friday last and elected Mr. Wo. m. Graham President and Mr. A. White Sr., Secretary and Treasurer. A committee has been appointed and is now engaged in soliciting subscriptions to the balance of stock ?only $9,400 : It is to be hoped that every one who can spare a few dollars will come forward and subscribe. Most especially real estate owners, merchants and business men of Samter. How can they expect Capitalists ever to visit the town and invest here, if the town has n,o place to put them in. How can they expect visitors from the North and elsewhere in search of health, to embrace the advantages of the climate of Sumter, unless an attractive inn is provided for their comfort and accommodation. Sumter surely offers as many inducements, to invalids and northern travellers, in point of climate and communication, as Columbia. The northern element has been quite an acquisition to the population of that city in a social as well as business aspect. Their homes are pictures of southern comfort and elegance and serve to adora and beautify that dear^dld" city?once the*sorrowfdl scene of Sherman's ohame. What is the secret of her success in this respect? Columbia bas five hoteis ! Columbia bas only three times the population of Sumter, and yet Sumter can only boast of one hotel although an incom parable "Mine Host" presides. And what we say of Columbia can be said of Aiken, Greenville Spartanburg and other towo3. Even Camden about a half miie from the Railroad, has her "Hobkirk Inn" and "Upton Court." A Commission was issued on Saturday last by the Secretary of State to a dozen promi nent gentlemen of Spartanburg- for the Spartanburg Hote! Company, with a capital stock of $100,000! in shares of $100 each. Cannot the City of Sumter. then afford the pitiful sum of $9 400 to build a hotel, which will only cost $35,000. The lot offered to the Company by Mr. J. Cohen Wilson is a fine one,central!y located, and near the intersec tion of the principal streets leading to the respective Railroad depots. No one has any right to complain that it is built in this, or that part of the city it is near the centre and should suit all. The reason Samter has not felt more keenly the need of another and larger hotel is due to Capt. Jervey's excellent management, and his kind and genial manners which endears him to all wayfarers. We will live in the hope of seeing a grand Hotel built at an early day with Capt. Jervey at its head. The Electropoise. Maj. D. B. Anderson, our former towns man, now General Manager of the Southern Electropoise Company has been recently traveling through some of the Western and Southern States, in the interest of hi3 Com pany. We notice in the Times-Democrat of New Orleans that he has met with marked success?especially at Hot Springs, where the Electropoise was used upon some of the worst cases, with complete success. A case in point is that of Hon. Thos. ?. Schnatterly, who though treated by celebrated physicians, has been unable to walk. The Electropoise was applied frequently,, and in two months time he was able to walk and to day is reported rapidly recovering. The Company bave been so successful at Hot Springs that they have located an office there. The Time's goes on to say Mr. An denson's visit to New Orleans is to establish an office there. He is now occupying rooms at the Perry House, No 13 St. Charles Street and is receiving visits from numbers of patients daily. The Southern Electropoise Company, at a meeting in Charleston on yesterday, decided to send two assistants, a gentleman and lady, to New Orleans to help Maj. Anderson in his office work. Dr. D. J. Auld and Mrs. Auld have been selected, and will go to New Orleans in a few days. For Books and Stationery of all kinds, at bottom prices, go to Kennedy's Book Store, on Republican Street. Plastico, mixed with a little water makes a splendid substitute for Kalsoraine or wall paper. For sale by Gaillard & Leaoir. The County Committee. The County Democratic Executive Com- | mittee convened, on Saturday lsst, in Armory j Hall, with Dr. John S. Hughsou, County j Chairman, presiding. There whs a full j attendance of the members?most of them representative planters in ihe County and men distinguished for their conservatism patriotism and sound judgment. The following resolutions show the temper of the meeting and are the result of cool investigation and deliberate inquiiy into the political affairs of the county. Resolved, by the Democratic Executive Committee of Sumter County. 1st. That we recognize the Constitution as adopted by the State Democratic Conven tion of September 10, 1890, as the only legal Constitution in existence for the government of the parry in South Carolina. 2d. That we recognize the State Executive Committee elected September 10, 1890, as the only legal State Executive Committee, and that we proceed to elect a member to represent Sumter County in said committee. 3d. That we reaffirm our belief in the legality of the Convention of September 8, 1890, "presided over by County Chairman P. P. Gaillard and the legality of the Ex- j ecu live Committee elected by that Convention. That we cannot recognize any other Conven tion or Executive Committee, and do not acknowledge any right or authority in a State Executive Committee to interfere with the reorganization of the Democracy of Sum ter County a3 affected by the last County Convention, believing as we do that said reorganization has been perfected in 6trict conformity with the requirements of the Constitution of the Democratic party of South Carolina. 4th. That a copy of these resolutions be sent to the State Executive Committee. Mr. W. H. Ingram was elected as a mem ber of the State Executive Committee. A committee consisting of the following gentlemen : Altamoot Moses, W. H. Ingram, J. S. Hughson, J. A. Rhame, Frank Mellett, B.F.Jones, were elected to go to Columbia on the 30th, iost., and present the above resolutions to the State Democratic Execufive Committee. The Committee then adopted the following preamble and resolution and adjourned : Whereas, the lawful Democratic Executive Committee of Sumter County in pursuance of its legal right, has ordered the Democratic primaries to be held on Sept 25, 1890, in order to give the Democracy of ubis County the opportunity to express their individual preference, and to exercise the inalieuable ri)ibt of citizenship in selecting their officers, Resolved, That this committee urges all true Democrats to go to the polls and cast their ballot, and that this Convention pledges itself to the nominees to see that they are triumphantly elected in November next by the votes of Democrats pure and simple. The Tillman Convention. The Tillman Convention, which was held here, on the day of the Meeting of the County Convention, assembled in the Court House on Saturday at 12 o'clock pursuant to adjourn ment, with Mr. H. R. Thomas in the chair. The following letter .from Mr. J. L M. Irby was read to the meeting, printed and generally distributed among the people. Lacrens. S. C, Sept. 16, 1800. Mr. B. R. Thomas, Wedgtfield, S. C, My Dear Sir;?Allow me to say that Mr. P. P. Gaillard, County Chairman of Sumter, refusing to obey the orders of the State Ex. Committee gives roe no concern whatever. I via determired thai the Democratic Party of Sumter shall be legally organized under the Constitution adopted 10th Sept., 1890 The State Convention in refusing to seat either of the contesting dt-Iegations from Suruter ?aid that the two Convention-* held in Sumter to elect delegates to the Slate Convention were illegally organized, and consequently all of their acts were null and void The election of a County Chairman by both Conventions, and .the ordering of Primary by one Conven tion, must be considered absolute nullities. I have called the - State Ex. Committee together on the 30th' instant. It will take Steps to organize your County at once. i shall strive to carry cut the commands of I the State Convention which is' the highest I tribunal-in the Democratic Party. Yours-truly, J. L. M. Irby. . ,Chairm::n of Stale Ex. Committee. A telegram from Mr. Irby was then read as follows : 'Let; your convention pass a resolution agreeing to abide by the action of the State Executive Committee, which meets on Sept. 30." A Resolution was thee submitted' by Col. J? J.^Dargan, who made a few remarks advocating its adoption, although he said we c*.n do nothing binding on*he democracy of the Goun?y?and'he, Mr . James, Dr. Drew and- -Mr. Parrot made short speeches, all favoring conservatism and even suggesting that the Resolution contain some expressions looking towards a reconciliation of the two factions. But no way was devised, by which unity and coocord could be effected. The result of this debate was that the meeting simply obey the message wired by Ifh Sb^j. ?Muc?bf45ol. Dargan's^Rescdntion, was then struck out and the following adopt ed. Resolved, That w.e recognize the authority of the State Convention and State Democratic Committee and will abide by their action. Iii? 11 Ii ? HI ? Lookout Laggards ! Domiide Du?ie Addresses Parents and Children. I desire to call the attention of the public to the following rule of the Graded Schools : "Pupils may enter school during the first month of each term, but after that time it does not profit them, and the Superintendent will admit them only when circumstances justify it." There are many people who do not oxert themselves .to have their' children enter promptly, at the beginning of the session, and when the child finally applies for admission, his grade has so far advanced as to make it impossible for him to sustain him self with credit. It is always better in such cases to place the applicant in the clarss bslow that which he could have entered had he applied at the beginning of the session and begun tbe book3 with his class. This, too, is liable to operate in an injurious maut.er, and can be prevented from doing so only by continued exertions on the part, of parent and teacher. In the one case the child bving in a class beyond his ability, is apt to lag behind and become discouraged and makes a failure as a student ; in tbe oilier, being advanced beyond the others of his grade he is apt to become lazy and indifferent. Oniy those who have taught fully realize the necessity of prompt entrance. To do well, the child must bave the benefit of every step, and it shall be my aim to bring every one to see this. I sincerely hope, that these statements, together with our action in refusing for the good of tbe school to admit late comers, and the obligation that rests upon every parent may cause every child, who expects to enter the school, to apply for admission before the end of the first month, October 8tb, 1890. For reasons that may be found in the above remarks, admission was refused to some who applied very late last session, and we shall be more rigid in this respect durine the present session. J. B Dcffie, Sup't. "My Wife Objects." Well, what of it ? Does her objection to your taking a policy of life insurance relieve you of your duty in the premises? Suppose in some strange want of reason she should "object" to your paying anything for the support of the Gospel ; for the education of your children ; for a good family newspaper : to your calling a physician it she or one of the children whs dangerously ill; to your putting something in a savings bank ; to your providing suitable clothing and food for your household?would all these "onctions" affect your duty as a husband and father of a family? Many a mistaken wife has "objected" to herhusband providing the com forting anchor of life, and when be, the bread winner, was unexpectedly called from earth, has found herself and children dependent upon humiliating charity. If your wife does ' object," your duty still remains to provide for the future support of your family?the education.and comfort of its members. Go at once to the Agent of the Peon Mutual Life of Philadelphia, apply fo: such an amount as you feel you ought to leave your family ; when the policy is received put it m your safe or other depository of valuables ; pay your premiums promptly and have tbe continuing security and satisfaction of a duty done. Under most favorable circum stances it will not bo a longtime before the claim of your life policy will mature. Then when your business papers are examined, and perhaps unexpectedly is found that valuable policy of life insurance; and when the representative of the Company tenders its check in payment of the full amount, be assured your children will bless your memory and the bereaved widow will not then "object." For any information apply to A. 0. Pbeips, Agent, Sumter, S. C. Joteph ?. Beau, Gen'l Agent, Auguit:?. Ga. No liniment is in better repute or mere widely known than Dr. J. II. McLean's Vol. canicOil Liniment. It is a wonderful remedy THE MARKETS. SCMJTER, S. C, Sept. 24; 1890 COTTON.?Receipts 850 bales. Middling 91 to 9?; Market steady. CHARLESTON, S. C, Sept. 22, 1890. Cotton?Sales, 600. Quotations: mid dling, ?$. WILMINGTON. N. C, Sept 22, 1890. Spirits Tcrpkntinb.?Sales at quotation. Market opened steady at 3T cents per gallon. Rosin ?Quiet at 90 for Strained and 95 for Good . S trained. Crcdk Turpentine.?Yellow Dip, Si 90; Virgin Si 90. Hard $1.20.' Cotton.?Sales, none. Market firm. Quotations are : Middling 9j. NOMINATIONS. FOR THE LEGISLATURE. Believing that faithful service in the past is the best guarantee for the future, we pre sent the name of Mr. ALTaMONT MOSES for re-election to the House, subject to the action of the Democratic Primary. Many Friends. Mr. Editor: Mr. A. K. SANDERS having served Sumier County one term in the lower House of Representatives, and given entire satisfaction to his constituents, is respectfully requested to serve us another term. _. ' ' MaSY FaBMBBS. Being impressed with the belief that in the' present condition of'the political affairs of our County and State, we need men to repre sent os in our legisltuve bodies, who have de cided convictions upon the important issues of the day, and possess the courage to main tain them, and believing furthermote that in Col. H. E. L. PEEBLES is embodied all of these essential qualifications, . he is hereby nominated as a candidate for the House of Representatives at the ensuirjg election by his Many Friends. FOR COUNTY COMMISSIONER. Maj:. E. F. BURROWS is hereby an. nounced as a suitable candidate for County Commissioner. Friends and Neighbors. Sept. 8, 1890. Capt. J. M. ROSS having served Sumter County one term as County Commissioner, in a manner, (we think,) entirely satisfactory to the people. His name is hereby presented as a candidate for said office, by his many friends, subject to the approval of the Demo cratic party of -.he County. Mr. Editor: I hereby announce niypelf as a candidate for re-election to the office of County Commissioner at the approaching election, subject to the action of the Demo cratic party of Sumter County. BENJAMIN D. MITCHELL. - Mr. Editor : I hereby announce myself as a candidate for the office of County Commis sioner of Sumter County at coming election. I am, from past experience, fully acquainted with the duties of the office. My earnest effort, if elected, will be to discharge the duties of the office for the benefit of the whole people. Very respectfully, _F. M. MELLETT. Recognizing the energetic, efficient qual ities of Capt. J. N. PHILLIPS, we vr'ould respectfully place his name in nomination for the office of County Commissioner, feeling that in his hands the duties of the office would be faithfully discharged. Subject to the De mocracy of Surnter Coonty. Voters. FOR COUNTY AUDITOR. Tne undersigned announces himself as a candidate fbr the office of County Auditor J and respectfully solicits the support of the Democrats of Sumter County. J D. J. AULD. Believing that Mr A. B. ST?CKE Y is well ! qualified for the position of Auditor of Sorater J County we would respectfully, present his name to the Democrats of Sumtor County for said position at their ensuing election. His Many Fkiends. I hereby respectfully announce myself to my fellow citizens of Sumter County as a candidate for the office of County Auditor, subject to the action of the Democratic party, and solicit their support. C. .V. HURST. FOR PROBATE JUDGE. Mr. Editor: The present Probate Judge, having served the County for several years, announces himself as a candidate for re-elec tion, at the coming election, subject to the action of the Democratic Party. The people of Sumter County desire faithful officers. If they think I have tried to serve them faith fully in the past, I will be glad to continue to serve them for the next four years. Your obdt. serrant, _T. V. WALSH, Judge of Probate. FOR SCHOOL COMMISSIONER. Appreciating the honest, earnest efforts put forth by our efficient School Commissioner, JOHN T. GREEN toward the improvement of our public school system and the conse quent advancement of nil classes, realizing the .importance of continuing the work by him started, believing that his official record is generally approved, and knowing of no one better qualified to continue these reforms than Mr. Green himself, he is hereby presented for renomination by the friends of July 28, '90. Education. FOR THE SENATE. Editor Watchman and Southron : We who know Col. W. D. SCARBOROUGH to be a roan possessing the courage of his convictions, and one thoroughly identified with the general, and whole interest of our County and State heartily endorse his nomination for, the" State 8enate, "?tnd- trust that he wiil consent to serve the people. His Neighbors. Providence, S. C , June 23, 1890. To be entirely true to our best interests as a people., we must keep in office the man who has shown the most fitness, I therefore nominate for the Senate Maj. MARION MOISE, our present senator, and appeal to the voters of Sumter County to show judg ment and true manhood as electors in exer cising this our highest right. Before voting, ask yourself if Mnjor Moise has not been trne to the best interests of Sumter county as every occasioa arose in the office he fills. As you will have to answer affirmatively, I feel sure that you will remember that a people honor themselves most highly in honoring a faithful public servant, otherwise their best interests suffer. Farmer. MEETING OF STOCKHOLDERS. OFFICE OF THE SUMTER ELECTRIC LIGHT COMPANY. AMEETING OF THE STOCKHOLDERS of the Sumter Electric Light Company wiil beheld in the Council Chamber on the 20th day of October next at 7 o'clock P. M. to consider the advisability of increasing the capital stock note.xceeding$15,000 00, and for the transaction of other business. R. M. WALLACE, D. J. Auld, President. Sec. and Treas. Sept. 17?5t. DraMen Cs-PafoieBiip. MR. W. H. INGRAM having retired from the practice of law, the firm of Ingram & Manning is this day dissolved by mutual consent. W. II. INGRAM. C. C. MANNING. The Business of said firm will be continued by Mr. C. C. Manning, who will wind up its affairs and will continue the practice of law. Office in Monairhan Block, (up stairs.) Sept. 16ib 1890. NOTICE OF INCORPORATION, "VTOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT J^j thirty days from the date hereof applica tion wiil be m ado to the Clerk of the Court of Sumter County, State of South Carolina, by the undersigned Trustees o( 'lie '%;< ffcrson Divinity Normal Institute," at Stateburg in Sumter County, S. C . for a charter of incorporation under the title of "The Jefferson Divinity Normal Institute," for the purpose of conducting an educational institution as im! I catcd. Trustees of the Jefferson Divinity Institute : S. ii. Jkffkcs n. Pres. W. H. Smith. V. Pres Jas Jackson, T?eas. John M. Martin, Sec. EvANnKJt W Dix, Zachariah T. Blake, Hexky.D i'o?wi:, Ivoky W. Johnson, Isaac R Miller. A. E. Gbeg??uy, John M. Hakhiion, Elijah Pakkkk, Sept. 17?1 tu. Sydney J. l<k;.ullv. I Will -ire you the full limit in Quantity, Quality and Value for It have Style, Variety and Merit to choose from. The usual stock of the season. Guaranteed reasonable. Come right in and you will find You shall MEN'S, 1 US * ES m MM u, lGH.I.y 1 yiliiiuiiiiio 9 At verv Low Prices. Job Lots of Coats andJ ests. Extra Pants, very cheap. Special Bargains in Underwear and Children's Clothing. Don't !Forge? the l3lace 9 Big line of MAIN STREET s. c. September 17?4. We desire to call the attention of all Parents to the fact that we will, within the next ten days, ? and lillilreii5? Suits which ??gilt at a sacrifice, and they will fee sold at 'rices impossible to duplicate anywhere el?e in the ?t of Clothing is composed ate ear In mind this of Choice Styles. Mo shoddy goods or old stock in the lot. They range In price from $2.00 to per ?wit. We also have a large lot of Sa: nie Mats from .Sc. to each 3 1? tf^fiM^'^^"?^^!! w TJf o. XLJ ?T???l Sept. 3, 1890.