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J0NK8 OUTLINES POLITICAL CBEED. (Continued from page 1) is for, to protect the minority, and it is a supreme duty of every man to obey the law. "They call me an aristocrat," said Judge Jones, "but I am not. I am of the people." He said that his fathor had moved to Columbia from Colleton county to learn the trade of carpenter and that while there met his mother, a young woman who was learning the dressmaking trade. "You will see, my friends, that I come from the working class of South Carolina. "They say that I am not in sympathy with the working people. Why should I not be? I have been -with the working people all my life. "I call myself of the people and for the people, sprung from the working people, and I stand ready to fight for the rights of all the people. I am truly proud of my parents. I am working in the interest of the people." His Resignation. Referring to his resignation as chief Justice -of the supreme court of South Carolina, he said that he realized that he h;ad left the office of the geratest dignity ajid power in the state. He described the working of the court, and ahowed bv comDarl son, the real meaning of the court for good and or<Terly government "Whenever you destroy the court, the trees of civilization will topple In the night," said Judge Jones. "And one who attempts to obstruct and nullify, destroy or break down the power of the court, is an enemy to society, a socialist and an anarchist" Judge Jones praised the last general assembly of South Carolina, for the appropriation of $20,000 to help the work of building in the state. He said that it has been his earnest desire that the general assembly this year appropriate double the amount ?$40,000. "One of the dawning hopes of my life, if I ain elected governor, will be to emphasize the policy of education. I believe In just appropriation for allj state colleges. 1 believe in a liberal support for the common schools of the state. I think that one of the greatest works before the people of South Carolina is to improve the rural schools. That Is my platform as to education." Ambitions for Office. Concluding his address. Judge Jones said his ambition was to be the governor of South. Carolina. He said that he had never been elected by the people of the state to a public office of high importance. He said that he waB elected to the .general assembly and gave his record as speaker of that body. He told of hiB election by the legislature to the associate justiceship and then to the chief Justiceship. He said that he had been at the head of two branches of the gov ernment, tne legislature ana judicial, and that he was able to fill the position of chief executive. He said that there were many things for a chief executive of a state to do, and promised, if elected, properly to enhance the state's reputation abroad. "I will be a safe, sound, progressive and fair governor. I will not be the governor of those people who voted for me. No man can get up and say that I am governor of my friends. You may vote for me, but I will give you a square deal. One great man in our public life has said, 'I would go to hell for my friends.' "But here's my way of thinking. I will not go to hell for my friendB. but I'll tell you what I'll do, I'll go to the brink of hell to pull him back, there's your difference. I will not go to hell, but I'll go to the brink to save him. "Which motto will you take?" Jfot Feather-Legged. "ir any man thinks there are any feathers on my legs he's mistaken. I'm used to lighting, in fact, * that's what I'm here for. It was too quiet up there on the supreme court bench, ahd I'm keen to get into the tight. "Which reference to the motto, let me suggest trust, in place of friend. Stand by your trust, and pray that your friends will not have y<Ju do anything else. I thank you. "I came to Hampton," said Judge Jones, "prepared to talk education or politics, and 1 am prepared to discuss them both." Judge Jones then munched into the political phase-of his speech. He refered to the statement by the governor of South Carolina "that if Chief Justice Jones should resign his office and run for governor he would be a i statesman without a job." "That may be true," he said, "for 1 have no Job. The only Job that I have is to beat him for the govern- 1 orship of South Carolina." "Kdnoate Tour Children. He dropped the subject of politics i abruptly and entered in vigorous style | Into a clear cut discussion of the i benefits of education. He said that | . ' i the greatest message It is possibly to deliver to the people of South Carolina is "Educate your children." "It is the duty of the parent to educate the child," said Judge Jones, "so that they may take their right place in life and In the administration of the affairs of government. Under the rule of democracy, we must depend upon the intelligence o four citizenship, for a God-given work Is education. "Trim rw1nr?aHrin raafa ? <? home, the church, the school and the hourthouse." He said that the great1 force of civilization was the court, but some people wanted to drag down and despoil the powers of the court "Show me the man that Is trying to drag down and obstruct the power of the court," said Judge Jones, "and I will show you'an anarchist Mr. Roosevelt wants the people to say whether the law Is constitutional or not. Some people in South Carolina believe the same and think that constitutional questions should be submitted to or referred to the people." Following this he urged in strong terms the upbuilding and upholding of the dignity and integrity of the courts of the state, and said that the law should be allowed to take its course in all cases. Power of Pardon. Reverting from education to politics, Judge Jones said that the power of pardon had been placed under the constitution with the chief executive of South Carolina, "He is required," said the speaker, "faithfully to execute the law." "Did this man vote for me? Is he my friend? Did he carry any votes for me? Is that a ground for pardon?" asked the former chelf Justice. "In granting a pardon, should not the chief executive remember the tears of the widow and orphans of the victims?" The meeting up to this point had proceeded evenly and without interruption. Judge Jones was frequently applauded during his talk on' education and his mild references to the political situation. "Hnrrali for BleaRe." Some one in the rear of the building shouted "Hurrah for Blease!" The former chief justice stopped for a moment and then in a firm, clear tone made answer: "Hurrah for civilization. hurrah for puiity, hurrah for law and order! Down with you anarchists! South Carolina will not bow down to anarchy as long as a true son is alive to fight her battles." This reply by Judge Jones was received warmly and be was given an ovation. There was no further outbreak of enthusiasm in the Interest of the present governor. "If the present order of things goes on, the last one of you will regret it. You will hang your heads in shame. I ask you to life up your standard and claim your rights." Itlease Not Present. Columbia, March 6.?Governor Blease did not go to Hampton to ninlro n unopph tndnv hut flnpnt thft (lay in Columbia. It was thought that Governor Blease would accept the invitation to speak at Hampton, which was also extended to Ira B. Jones, candidate for governor.? Spartanburg Herald. GRAND JURY PROBES MYRTLE HAWKINS MYSTERY Hendersonvllle', N. C., March 6.? As a result of investigations which the grand jury made today and will continue tomorrow, in the mystery surrounding the murder of Myrtle Hawkins, whose body was found floating in Lake Osceola September 10, death being the result of a crimnal operation, Solicitor A. Hall Johnson, who spent the greater part of the day with 'the grand Jury, stated tonight: "I know more than I ever knew about the case before, and 1 have laid more facts before the grand Jury than the public knows of." Inevstigation will probably end tomorrow. About 20 witnesses were subpoenaed, it 1b understood, and several were examined today. It Is confidently believed that interesting developments will take place as a number of indictments were sent before the grand jury. The names are unknown. As the solicitor had fctated that the investigation would not he made until Thursday, the action of the grand Jury was not given much atention here today and few people know that the investigation is being rnttue. v onmrr imtk, aiier neing examined by the grand Jury, stated that there la considerable evidence not known to the public. The name of an eminent criminal lawyer employed by the family of the deceased was not made public. Witnesses not examined at the Inquest have been subpoenaed. The solicitor is highly gratified with the investigation of the grand Jury, which, it is believed, will leave no stone unturned. "The grand Jury is going to have the benefit of every- 1 thing I've got," said the solicitor.-1Kpartanburg Herald. A HEAI'TIFITL HOVE WEDDING. Mr. J. C. Whittaker ud Mlia Beakk Hucoek Made Maa ud Wife. A beautiful wedding was that of Miss Beulah Hancock and Mr. J. C. whittaker, which took place last night at the home of the bride's parents, Rev. A. H. MoArn officiating. The ceremony was witnessed only by the immediate family and a few Intimate friends. The bride's toilet was a most artistic creation in white Duchess satin. The parlor was beautifully decorated In Southern bamboo and ferns. The wedding march was beautifully rendered by Mrs. J. C. Gray, of Wadesboro, N. C. After the ceremony the guests were invited into the dining room where a bountiful old-time Southern repast was served. The bride, who is the youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Hancock, of our city, and enjoys not only the distinction of being one of the prettiest but also one of Cheraw's markedly bright and cultured young ladles. The groom is no stranger In Cheraw he having been night foreman In the Cheraw Oil Mill for nearly two years. He lives now In Union, S. C., where he holds a similar position and 1 enjoys the confidence and esteem of his employers and all who know- him. The young couple left this morning by the Seaboard for Hendersonville, N. C., where they will spend a short time with the parents of the groom, after which they will be at home to their friends in Union. The presents were many and beautiful and attest in no small degree the esteem in which the bride and groom are held by their many friends.?Cheraw Chronicle. RED MEN MEET HERE SATURDAY. District Convention to be Held In This City?Governor Blease Is Among (he speakers?Tiie program 01 yen In Fall. The district convention of the Independent Order of Red Men will be held in Union on the coming Saturday at three o'clock in the opera house. This meeting is a public one and the members and officers extend a cordial invitation to the public to be present. The following program will be carr'od out: Introduction of speakers, by i Jas. Q. Long, Jr., Great Sr. Sg. Address of Welcome by Mayipr T. C. Duncan. \ Response by A: H. Hill of ' burg. District Sr. 8g. /""*' ' Address on Redmansblp, by Governor Cole L/Blease. The secret session will be 1(1 the K. of P. ball on the same evening at 7:30, when the following program will be carried out: I I.?Opening Exercises. J II?Reading Minutes of Last Comentlon. J III?Appointment of Committees. IV?Unfinished Business. V?New Business VI?Election of Offlcors. VII?Address by Dr. J. P. Carlisle, Great Sachem. VIII?Report of Committees. TX?Adjournment. TWO MORE RURAL LINES. Farmers AH Over the County are Be. coming to Realize the Great Convenience and Benefits of the Modern Telephone Service Two Important farmers telephone lines will soon be constructed and connected with the telephone exchange of the Southern Bell Telephone company In Union. One line will run three and onehalf miles south of Union to connect Messrs. J. B. and T. J. Betenbaugh, and will probably be extended in the near future to take care of several other subscribers. The other line will be constructed J>y Mr. H. C. Worthy in an Eastern direction, the distance of about eight and one-half miles, the following well known gentlemen will be connected on this line: Messrn. H. C. Worthy, G. W. Whitlock, W. M. Pdlmap Qmf+Yt Tvav on/4 fho nloni a _ tlon of Mr. J. A. Brown, and probably others In the near future. Progressive /farmers In all sec tions of the county are becoming more Interested each month, In rural telephone lines, and from a social, financial and emergency standpoint the) rural telephone lines are unexcelled. , I Play at High School. The pupils of the High School, under the direction of Mist- Uly Bayley, ( a reader from Dr. Byron King's schorl of oratory, will give tho "Merchant > of Venice" In the auditorium of the ! < school building Friday evening. TUo 1 admission Is twenty-five and fifty M cents. j' FIFTY YOlTNG MEN WANTED. Fifty more young men are wanted < to learn Telegraphy and accept post- 1 < Hons as telegraph operators on the i i L. A N. Railroad. Address E. H. Roy,. ] Supervisor, Nashville, Tenn 26-tf. J V ><*, ' \ r~ A i I 1 have \7% ac r cottages, one ? mile of Loci ? Barnes now 1 I cantile busine T considerable i r a large estate Iuj 5?dy mai tni where in this PRIC E. I THE LAND Mi I THl -CfcFor Friday a Big sample lot L ^ from 10c tc & Underskirts, pla ? -Gowns and Prin X Messaline Silk, + Vo rA AA7"wl~ M --- . m. niu t v nit 1*1 Ca ^ 86 inch Pajama Ladies Silk Hos ^ 86 inch Wool Pi English Long C | ITifE' ^ County Announcements For Solicitor. I am a candidate for Solicitor of the Seventh Judicial Circuit. J. C. Ottu. Spartanburg, S. C. House of Representatives. I hereby announce my candidacy for the House of Representatives from Union County, and pledge myself to abide by the decision of the Democratic primary. W. F. O'Shields. For Sheriff. I hereby announce myself a candidate for the office of Sheriff of Union county and pledge myself to abide by the decision of the Democratic primary.\ J. W. Sanders. I hereby announce myself a candidate for the office of Sheriff of Union county, subject to the decision off the Democratic primary. I T ITav TTnnt I hereby announce myself a candidate for re-election to the office of Sheriff of Union county, aubeot to the decison of the Democratic primary. J. Gideon Long. I hereby announce myself a candidate for the office of Sheriff, of Union county, and pledge myself to abide by the decision of the Democratic primary. R. D. Kltchins. 0 I hereby announce myself a candidate for the office of Sheriff of Union County, and pledge myself to abide by the decision of the Democratic primary. J. H. Wilburn. Cor Clerk of Ceart. I hereby announce my candidacy for the office of Clerk of Court for Jnlon county, subject to the decision of the Democratic primary.' Jj. O. Southard. For Copntj Treasurer. I hereby annqpnce myself as a candidate for the office of Treasurer of [Tnion county, and pledge myself to abide by the decision of the Democratic primary. L. S. Townsend. I hereby announce myself a candidate for re-election to the office of reasur^r of Union county, subject tO| Jio decision of the Democratic primary. J. H. Bartles. For Connty Auditor. I hereby announce myself a candilate for election to the office of An-' litor for Union County and pledge! myseff to abide by the decision of the Democratic primary. N Levi. W. Smith. V BONA? :res of land with 2 r large frame storeroor chart Mills store, v\ ives and conducts a s iss. Mr. Barnes hai noney right here and and wants to move to is is the Dest opening y section of the country. :E $2,500. TERMS F KEL - JO> E BATTER Specials ind Saturday and HnNBUHHBMn tidies Muslin Underwear just i > 49c. in and embroidery trimmed fn cess Slips from 49 to $1.49. worth 75c tor 59c. isaline, the $1.00 kind for 75c. Cloth, 10c quality at Sic yard e, 25c pair, anama, 25c yard. !loth, 75c bolt. HA1 1 "V '- - - 1 County Superintendent ol Education. I hereby announce myself as a candidate for re-election to the office of Superintendent of Education for Union county, subject to the rules governing the Democratic primary. Thos. H. (lore. I hereby announce myself a candidate for the office of Superintendent of Education for Union county and pledge myself to abide by the decision of the Democratic primary. H. C. Little. For Coroner of Union Connty. I hereby announce myself a candidate for the office of Coroner of Union oounty, subject to the rules of the Democratic primary. t Leslie B. Godshall. I hereby announce myself a candidate for re-election to the office of 1 Coroner of Union county and pledge myself to abide by the rules of the Deomcratic primary. , J. L. Hames. I hereby announce my candidacy ! for .the office of Coroner of Union 1 County, subject to the decision of | the Democratic primary election. J. W. Meng. Connty Commissioner. i nereDy announce myseir a candidate for the office of County Commissioner for Union County, subject to to the decision of the Democratic primary. J. G. Bishop. I hereby announce myself a candidate for the office of County Commissioner for Union County, subject to to the decision of the Democratic primary. J. D. Fleming. ^1 hereby announce myself a candidate for the office of County Commis| sioner for Union County, subject to , to the decision of the Democratic I primary. W. A. Robinson. I hereby announce myself a candi; date for the office of County Commls ' sloner for Union County, subject to 1 to the decision of the Democratic primary. H. O. Bailey. I hereby announce myself a candidate for the office of County Commls-j sioncr for Union County, subject, to to the decision of the Democratic primary. I. M. Mobley. City Announcements - - - I I, " 1 For Mayor of Daloi I hereby announce myself a candidate for the office of Mayor of Union, and pledge myself to abide by the decision of the Democratic Primary. .. J. Frost Walker, Jr. AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA <JZA j lice th re room X n within one x /here W. H. uccessful mer? X s accumulated X has purchased X it. 1 venture x f its kind any- v :ASY. | x m r t ,LY | iKSVIIJJC, JS. C. x \ rs I ^11 next week^- j jii jmhiiimii iiibonsanhbmbhk , n. Corset Covers ^ 3m 49c to $1.48. Wj . A ,| I hereby annoiincB-mv Mif ? ><<? date for reelection to the office of Mayor of Union and pledf* myself to abide by the decision of the Democratic Primary. T. C. Duncan. Alderman for Ward ]. I hereby announce my candidacy for Alderman from Ward 1, and pledge myself to abide by the decision of the Democratic primary. C. A. Wood. I hereby announce myself a candi time iur muermao ror ward 1, and pledge myself to abide by the decision of the Democratic primary. E. D. Humphries. Alderman For Ward 2. I hereby announce myself a candidate for Alderman, Ward 2, of the city of Union, and pledge myself to abide by the decision of the approaching Democratic primary. O. E. Smith. I hereby announce myself a candidate for Alderman for Ward 2, subject to the rules of the Democratic ! primary. B. P. Alston, Jr. | : # Alderman for Ward 4. I hereby announce myself a candidate from Ward 4, and pledge myself to abide by the rules of the Democratic primary. R. J. Allen. . T hereby announce my candidacy f ?r Alderman from Ward 4, subject to th'^ decision of the Democratic prl! nary. L C. Wharton. I _ i Commissioner of Public Works. T hereby announce myself as a candidate for reelection to the office of Commissioner of Public Works, for fho Plfw /*# TTnl/vn * V ? ? ?w v?VJ WL ?J UIUU, D U UCV/l bU UIV Democratic primary election. W. S. McLure. For Magistrate of Union Township I hereby announce myself a candidate for Magistrate for Union Township, and pledge myself to abide by the decision of the Democratic Primary election. W. O. Puckett. I hereby announce myself a candidate for the office of Magistrate for Union Township. Union County. and pledge myself to abide by the decision of the Democratic primary election. W^i. E. Amnions. NOTICE OF JUS8 MEETING A mass meeting of the Citizens of the City of Union is hereby called to ' meet at Chamber of Commerce hall March 20, 1912, at 8:30 p. m., for the purpose of electing a chairman and two committeemen from each ward to serve as the Executive committee of the Democratic party of the City of Union for two years. Let everybody come out. S J. O. Long, J. H. Ionian, Chairman. Sec. and Treas. 10-Jt ^<V \ 4:.:,V:v V,"