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ft THE UNION TIMES Hi ? ====g ... \v. Johns""- 1 "_""'l? VOL. UXIII. NO. 18. UNION, S. C.. FRIDAY, MAY 2. 1913. $1.00 A YEAR. MISSIONARY Si TO 1 COMMITTEES ARE AT WORK. A Large Number of Delegates From all Parts of State Will Attend?A Hearty Welcome Awaits Earnest Workers of this Worthy Cause to our City The State Missionary Society of the Methodist church will hold its annual session at Grace Methodist church, beginning May 15, and continuing through Sunday the 19th.. The committees are very busy making arrangements to entertain, and about two hundred delegates are expected to be present. The work of assigning homes will begin in a few days and those who are willing to entertain delegates are requested to notify Mrs. C. T. Murphy as early as possible. Union must throw open her doors to these visitors and make their stay a memorable one. The following is where the delegates and alternates have been assigned: Providence?Miss Lucile Bull, delegate; Miss Pansy Shier, alternate. Dillon?Airs. It. E. Staekhouse, district secretary; Mrs.A. J. Evans, delegate; Mrs. C. A. Roach, alternate. Tinimonsviile?Mrs. It. C. Itolins, delegate. Latta?Mrs. Daisy A. Hays, delegate. Landford?Mrs. W. 1). Patterson, delegate; Miss Nora Cannon, alternate. ^ Brightsville?Miss Ethel Moore, delegate; Miss Mary Townsend, alternate. * Clio Miss T.oiln Crrwc /lolnwotn j % Miss Alice Medlin, alternate. V > Orangeburg?Mrs. C. G. Dantzler, ^^legate* Mrs. Efla \Albergatti, alteri>ate. Marion?Mrs. W. A. Godbold, delegate; Mrs. David Owens, alternate; ?trs. W. M. Munroe, district secretary. Gray Court?Mrs. R. L. Gray, delegate. Mrs. T. W. Munoerly, alternate. Johnston?Mrs. H. D. Grant, delegate; Mrs. Olive Eidson, alternate. Whitmirc?Mrs. J. E. Cofield, delegate; Miss Ellen Lake, alternate. Laurens?Mrs. G. A. Fuller, delegate. Williamston?Mrs. R. F. Ransom, .'elegate. Ward?Miss Ada LaGrove, delegate. Ninty-Six?Mrs. W. S. Sanders, d( legate; Mrs W. II. Holland, alternate. Cheraw?Mrs. G. T. Harmon. Westville?Mrs. R. L. Hell, delegate; Miss Ida Young;, alternate. Cedar Creek?Mrs. A. I). DuBard, delegate; Miss Vera Chappell, alternate. Salley?Mrs. W. L. Ferguson, delegate. Batesburg?Mrs. N. A. Bates, delegate; Mrs. Myrtle Bates, alternate. Landford?Miss Louise Wolf, delegate. Mullins?Mrs. W. F. Norton, delegate. Enoree?Mrs. R. C. Johnson, delegate; Miss Nora Johnson, alternate. Chester?Mrs. J. B. Atkinson, delegate. Bishopville Miss Ellen Hnrria delegate; Miss Lilly King, Alternate, j Pine Grove?Mrs. W. B. Fletcher,' delegate; Miss Mattie Covington, al-j ternate. New Brookland?Miss Minnie Kletchy, delegate; Mrs. J. M. Craps, | alternate. Greenwood?Mrs. J. T. Medlock,1 delegate; Miss Carie Watson, alter-, nate. Oswego Miss Anna Doll Heriot delegate. Clinton?Miss Eliza Beard, dele gate; Mrs. J. C. Harper, alternate. Gallavnnt Ferry?Mrs. W. V. West, delegate. Sumter?Mrs. D. M. McLeod, deleKate; Miss Hattie Philips, alternate. Conway?Mrs. B. (?. Collins, delegate; Mrs. .J. S. Battle, alternate. Woodruff?Mrs. W. L. Gray, deleirate; Mrs. Jonas Swink, alternate. Gaffney Mrs. H. Fay Gaffney, district secretary; Mrs. T. E. Morris, delegate; Mrs. W. F. Smith, alternate. Enoree? Mrs. B. L. Allen, delegate, Bennettsville?Mrs. H. K. CovingContinued on Page 8) JCIETY r HERE IN MAY DR. A. P. McELROY iirrrvn wvt a r>r>^tr>-wr WLU5 ir> vjArrmLi The Wedding of Miss Lillian Jones and Dr. A. P. McElroy, Which Took Place at GafTney on Thursday of Last Week, Was an Event of Rare Beauty. The following account is from the Gaffney Ledger, of Tuesday, April, 29: The wedding of Miss Lillian Jones and Dr. Arthur McElroy which took place Thursday afternoon at the bride's home was a pretty affair, witnessed by only a few friends and members of the immediate families. Miss Jones chose pink and white for the color scheiC > of her wedding and the handsome Jones home, on N. Limestone street was unusually lovely with its decorations of pink and M> V\ i f i. .to .no tiftno ? ? ^ lit.A. 12 ? 1 ** ihvv vuiiiuuuiio auu lillCd I't'llt'Vt'U by a background of palms and ferns. The bride was strikingly handsome in a traveling suit of tan cloth, the coat opening over a blouse of silk and chiffon. Her flowers were bride roses showered with lilies of the valley. Her sister, Miss Fannie Mac Jones, the only attendant looked more than unusually lovely wearing V- gown of lace, exquisitely draped over cream messaline silk. A boquet of pink carnations added a final touch of beauty to her costunpe. The groom's best man was Mr. Thomas IVrrin, of Union. Mrs. Bessie Wood and Mrs. \V F. Smith received the guests at the door and Misses Agnes and Eleanor Littlejohn served refreshments, carrying out the same pink and white color scheme, in the dining room where pink and white carnations brightened the room and pretty table in the center. The bride is the oldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R. A. Jones, and is one of the most popular and charming young women of the city and has a wide circle of friends throughout the State. Dr. and Mrs. McElroy left after the reception for Florida, where they will spend their honeymoon, and, later they will go to Union to make their home, where Dr. McElroy is one of the leading physicians of that city. Dr. McElroy has a host of warm friends in Union who congratulate him upon his good fortune and wish for him and his bride long years of happiness. Marriage AnnouncedThe friends of Miss Carrie May Norman, of Rome, Ga., who visited Mrs. F. C. Duke in February, will be interested to hear that on Sunday, April 27, her marriage to Mr. Thos. M. Gowen was announced. The marriage was quite a surprise to the Iriends of the young couple, as it was not announced until their return from Atlanta where they were season guests at Grand Opera. The marriage occurred April 17. Miss Sallie Thomson cjnont 1 ^ . * l_ V v 1 (I I days last week with Mrs. Eunice Kennedy at Jonesville. H B4 t BHHaHHHHBRt This Photo Shows Prominent Shoulder P/lados, Known as "Angel Wings," Often Seen in Severe Cases of HookWorm Disease. DISASTROUS RESULTS OF THE HOOKWORM DISEASE Photographs of Young Man of This County Who is 16 Years of Age and Weighs 63!/2 Pounds?Campaign Closes Saturday at Court House. Below will be seen a picture of a young man, 16 years of age and living in Union County. He is being treated for hookworm by Dr. Riser. The young man's body and mind stopped growing at the ape of six years. He has been going to school for ten years and is still in first reader. He now suffers with Kerotitis, a disease of the eye, due to lack of blood supply to the eye. Hookworm disease was sapping his life-blood, and he has been unable to see for the past eight weeks. Since beginning the treatment for hookworm he has shown marked improvements. His eyes have given him no pain since the first treatment a week ago, and it is believed that he may actually regain his sight, and that his mind and body will develop so rapidly that in a few years he will be normal and healthy. If we had medical inspection in our schools in South Carolina, the tragedy in this hoy's life would have been averted. l,et us hope that the day will come flj Bp Hnsf K ** < *" HHB THIS IS THE BOY Acre 16. Weiirht 6.1 1-2 Pnunrio when the neglect in such a case as this will he regarded as a thing to be abhored. There are many children now dragging their way wearily 'hrough school because of defective eyesight, defective hearing, hookworm disease and many other unfortunate defects that could be absolutely averted, if there were a rigid medical inspection of our schools. Thn VAiino- *vw? "? .... juuiiff, 'limn hiiusu picture is drawn herewith and the healthy boy whose picture is seen in one cut were both willing that the pictures should be published, in order that they might contribute to the Rood of others. The larger boy is 13 years of age, and is a healthful, well-grown boy. The smaller boy is 1(5, and weighs but 631-3 pounds, and has hookworm disease. The shoulder blade as shown in one of the pictures shows "Angel Wings," often seen in severe cases of hookworm. Death of Mrs. J. 1). Smith. H M * * - * * ivir:-,. aiartna smith, wife of Mr. r. D. Smith, died at her home at Buffalo last Friday niftht. The funera! services v/ero held at Friendship church near Spartanburg last Saturday. Mrs. Smith was a most estimable lady and her death was a preat shock to her friends and relations. They have the deep sympathy of their friends in their sorrow. Sprained Ankle. Mr. Harold James, a member of the graduating class of the Union High .-.chool had the misfortune Tuesday morning to sprain his ankle while at play on the school house grounds. Mr. James will be forced to miss his classes for a few days, but his friends hope that he will soon be his normal self. THOMSON-KENNEDY WEDOING WAS EVENT OF RARE BEAUTY The Palatial Home of Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Thomson, on "Herndon Terrace", was the Scene of a Pretty Wedding on Thursday of Last Week. In a ceremony of signal beauty and impressiveness, Miss Blanche Herndon Thomson and Dr. Thomas Perrin Kennedy were wedded Thursday afternoon, April 24, at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Thomson, at Herndon Terrace. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Arthur B. Kennedy, of Columbia, a brother of the groom and was witnessed by the families and a few close friends. The parlor where the vows were spoken was artistically decorated with bride roses and southern smilax and an effective grouping of palms and ferns. As the first notes of the "Bridal Chorus"were sounded, being rendered by J4r. and Mrs. H. S. Adams, talented musicians, of Chester and Miss Mamie Oetzel, the ribbon bearers entered and formed an aisle through which the bridal party passed. They were Misses Louise Gage, Carol Robertson, Elizabeth Guienzuis, of Green Bay, Wis., and Miss Letty Gailbraith, of Spartanburg. Next came the brides maids, Miss Sydney Gage and Miss Bessie Thomson wearing dainty lingerie | gowns and carrying baskets filled with pink and white sweet peas. The ?r l ? ? t ?-? ?' umuE ui nuiiui, mis. .1 iv. w esimoreland.a bride of only a few weeks, was the next to enter and made a charming picture in her dress of white charmeuse over pink satin. She carried ' an armful of pink and white sweet peas. Miss Catherin Thomson, the . brides sister, was maid of honor and wore a dainty pink crepe and carried i Killarncy roses and ferns. She pre- ! ceded the bride who came in with her father and was met by the groom and htf best man, Mr. A. G. Kennedy, and > ne words were spoken which united these two young lives. The bride wore her traveling suit i of soft blue cloth with hat and gloves to match. Her flower? were white roses, showered with valley lilies. The bride of last Thursday is the eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs. W. E. Thomson and is one of Union's most charming young women. She possesses rare mental attainments and is widely popular. Since the announcement of her engagement several weeks ago, she has been the centre of much social interest. Dr. Kennedy is a member of the Medical fraternitv and is Viif?hlv e?n. I cessful in his chosen work. He is a man of pleasing and genial manners and is held in high esteem by hundreds of friends here and throughout the State. Dr. and Mrs. Kennedy left over the Southern for a bridal trip after which they will bo "at home" at Herndon Terrace. An elaborate luncheon followed the ceremony at which the wedding party and the out-of-town guests were entertained. DEATH OF A GOOD WOMAN Mrs. W. G. Hancock died Sunday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. W. M. Euhanks. at Ypmaoafln ff where Mrs. Hancock had gone to vis- . it. She left Union for a visit about two weeks before her death, and was sick only a few days. Her daughter, Mrs. Eubanks, at whose house she died, was, before her marriage Miss Pearl Hancock. Mrs. Hancock was 54 years of ape, and her maiden name was Miss Clemney Gault, of this county. Mrs. Hancock had a wide circle of friends who are deeply grieved over, her death. She leaves a husband and i two daughters, Mrs. W. M. Eubanks,! of Yemassee, and Mrs. Lcyd Belue, o* Loekhart, to mourn her death. Mrs. Hancock was a woman possessed of a beautiful character. She was a devoted Christian, wifo mnth. er, and her death has saddened many hearts. The funeral was conducted by Rev. L. L. Wagnon and the burial was at >uck Pond church, Tuesday. ..a SNOW NEAR .WALHALLA. Anderson, April 28.?Passengers arriving here today report a hah* inch snowfall Sunday on the Blue Ridge I mountains near Walhalla. X ATLANTA IS ST BY BR COURT CONVENES -? ? - INU?AT MUINUAY The Most Important Case to be Tried is That of Harry Coleman, Who Will Again Face a Jury Charged With the Murder of His Aged Father at Jonesville. Court will convene next Monday with Judge George E. Prince presiding, and for one week will be given to civil cases. On Monday, May 12, criminal court opens. One of the most important cases is that of Harry Coleman, who for a second time will be tried on the charge of murdering his aged father, r.t his home at Jonesville, on Jan 31. Hon John K. Hamblin and Hon. H. K. Osborne have been engaged to assist Solicitor Hill in the prosecution of the Coleman case. The following is the list of jurors: First Wcew Jurors. R. B. Gilliam, W. D. Mitchell, J. W. Fincher, L. T. Coleman, D. R. McCrackin, J. L. Eison, P B. Bobo, B. H. Howe, T. A. Murrah, H. S. Sumner, S. R. Page, J. H. Garner, S. L. Lawson, R. M. Parks, J. \V. Humphries, J P. Murphy, P. S. Corn, Lem Mitchell, A. A. Estes, W. J. Gore, S. H. Wilburn, J. B. Miller, It. B Smith, P. H Jeter, M. S. Gallman, 11. G. Bailey, L. B. Lee, S. G. Gault, It. W. McDow, Walter llames, Wm. Eubanks, B. E.' McBride, C. B. Lybrand, G. T. Murphy. Second Week Jurors. J. T. Willard, L. F. Malone, L. T. I awson, Herbert Li.idsay, E. G. Thomas, J. C, Spears, L. D. Crawford, I. S. Vaughn, C. G. Gilliam, C. C. Johnson, P. C. Whisennnt, Ben Mitchell, J. F. Estes, S. J. H. Howell, H. 0. Ilolcomb, W. T. Deason, I. D. Smith, J. F. Ivey, Marion Becknell, F. C. Lancaster, R. A Jones, C. D. Haile, G. T. Gault, R, L. Howell, D. W. Gregory, W. W. Lancaster, Daniel Inman, Juliun Lipscomb, W. D. Sartor, Claude C. Sartor, B. S. Hardy Claude Meadow. P.hitrlie Stonlmne W , .... P. Carrupp. DEATH OF MRS. J. FINCHER BETSILL Mrs. J. Fincher Betsill died at her home in Cross Keys, Tuesday afternoon and was buried the following afternoon at Gilead church near Jonesvillc. Mrs. Betsill was, before her marriage Miss Ella Fowler, daughter of the late G. B. Fowler, and is survived by her husband, Mr. J. F. Betsill: her mother, Mrs. L. J. Fowler and one brother, Mr. Steadman Fowler, both of Jonesville. Mrs. Betsill was about 48 years of ape, and had been in failing health for some time before her death. She! was a consistent member of New Hope Methodist church, and her Christian life was one worthy of emulation. She bore her suffering with fortitude and has left to her friends and loved ones an example in patience j that is an inspiration. Her many friends throughout Union county will be deeply grieved by reason of her death. The burial was conducted at Gilead Wednesday afternoon by Rev. W. H. A rial assisted by Rev. Lewis M. Rice. Miss Eunice Thomson spent the week-end with her parents at Pacolet. B | 1???I Notice Lack of Development. Larger Boy ia Healthy, Age 14. Smaller Boy Haa Hookworm, Age 16. IRRED tUTAL MURDER NEGRO CHARGED WITH CRIME. N> Body of Mary Phagan, a Young Girl 15 Years Old, Found in the Basement of Pencil Factory in the Heart of City With Horrible Wound in Back of ' jj Head. Atlanta, Ga, April 27.?With clothing torn in shreds and other indications of violence conspicious, the body of Mary Phagan, 15-year-old daughter of Mrs. J. W. Coleman, of Atlanta was found early today in the basement of the National Pencjl Company's plant at 37 Forsyth street. Newt Lee, a negro night watchman at the building, who discovered the body, was arrested shortly after he notified the police. A young man, giving his name as A. Mullanox, also has been taken in custody. The police assert that the latter is alleged to have been seen with the Phagan girl at 12:30 this morning. Both prisoners are being detained under the blanket charge of "suspicion," and both deny any knowledge- of the alleged killing. Notes Tied About Throat. The body was found, according to the negro, at this morning, when jj he was making a "round" of the building. In addition to a gaping wound in the back of the head, bruis- *? or, and lacerations on the body, a handkerchief was found knotted about the throat. Tied to this was a short piece of rope, with which, the police believe, the body was lowered into the basement through a small hole in the floor above. Physicians who were summoned fiom a local hospital immediately after the body was found expressed the * belief that death was to gtrangu-"v. ?. 'Y'Sy"! lation. ' ' ' Besides the body were found two almost indecipherable notes scrawled upon scrap paper. According to the police the contents of one of these noes was as follows. "That negro hired down here did this. He pushed me down that hole. A long, tall negro, black, that did it worked. Long, lean tall negro. I write to people with me." Not Her Handwriting. Despite the fact that the basement floor was littered with pencils from the factory above, J. W. Coleman, a local carpenter, and the girl's stepfather, is quoted as saying that the handwriting in the notes is not that of Mary Phagan. The girl was employed at the plant \v here the body was found. The por lice have the names of several people who claim to have seen her in the vicinity of the building, which is in the business district of Atlanta, between 10:110 o'clock last night and 12.30 this this morning. Adam Woodward, a negro watchman employed in an adjoining building told the police today that he heard a woman scream shoitly after midnight, but thinking that the noise came from a party of brawlers, he did not investigate. o^ 1,1 wcicrurra oiiy IjW 1H ViUIIIV. (Wednesday's Atlanta Georgian) "We now have enough evidence to convict Newt Lee," was the statement tonight of detectives working on the Mary Phagan strangling mystery. The statement came at the end of a second long conference between John Black, city detective; Harry Scott, Pinkerton detective, and Leo I? runlf onnn??ininnrlnnf ^ *1%^ - ww^vxuwviiuvaiv VX tllC X>l tttlUIIal Pencil Company factory. Additional clews furnished by the head of the pencil factory were responsible for the closing net around the negro watchman. With the solution of the mystery at ' .id came the further information that what suspicion had rested on Frank was being rapidly swept/away by the damaging evidence against the black man. It was announced that he would be liberated tonight or in the morning. "It looks a great deal better for Frank, who has been detained only for his own protection and to furnish further information to the department," said the detectives. Two more arrests are likely in connection with the case. The detectives say that they have clews which make (Continued on last page)