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EXCELLENT I T U BT* T T T f 1 " " M M" 1 1 ^"*1 FIRST CLASS ADVERTISING fl "> I I W:BSKIml l/l W* medium JL JL JH H J A JL ^L* A JL JL A Jf JBL JLaJI w. TED VOL. LXV. NO. 44. UNION* S. $1.00 A YiflAK KKIZtS AWAK1 UNIOI Rains Interfered With Attendance, But Exhibits Good?Monarch School Won First Prize, Cedar Hill Second?Sedalia Won First Place in Athletic Contest. The Union County Fair this year was greatly hindered by the inclement weather, that is, the attendance was greatly hindered, although the exhibits were quite good. The first day was so unfavorable that the "school dav" was postponed to Friday, and the fair scheduled to run through Saturday. But for the weather this would have been the best fair yet held. The racing each day was attempted, but the muddy track greatly hindered this feature. The prize winners are given below: Field Day Exercises. 100-Yard Dash?1st, Thos. Anderson, Sedalia High school; 2nd, Preston Turner, Union High school; 3rd, Fred Neel, Lockhart High school. Half-Mile Run?1st, Jas. Bennet, Cross Keys High school; 2nd, Belue, Oakland school; 3rd, Ed. Ingle, Lockhart High school. Girls' 100-Yard Dash?1st, Louise Adams, Oakland school; 2nd, Bellzora McClung, Lockhart High school; 3rd, Maggie Baldwin, Lockhart High flchool Discus Throw?1st, R. Bishop, Sedalia High school, 101 ft. 2 in.; 2nd, Thos. Alverson, Sedalia High school, 89 ft. 8 in.; 3rd, Lonnie Lowe, Union High school, 87 ft. 10 in. Pole Vault?1st, R. Chaney, Sedalia High School, 8 ft. 4 in.; 2nd, B. Hill, Cross Keys High school, 8 ft. 3 in.; 3rd, R. Bishop, Sedalia High school, 7 ft. 4 in. Mile Run?1st, Fred Good, Lockhart High school; 2nd, Russel Bishop, Sedalia High school *rd, Clarence Rovels, LccfcKart The schofcl winning the highest number of points based on five, three and one respectively for first, second and third places was awarded a cash prize of $15.00 and second highest $10.00. The Sedalia High school won first, making 22 points out of the 54 and Lockhart High school second, winning 12 points. . The individual contestant winning the highest number of points based as above was awarded a medal. This medal was won by R. Bishop of Sedalia High school. Coming second and lacking one point of tying was Thos. Alverson of the same school. The field exercises were in charge of W. C. Ikenberry of the Union High sphftnl- Rpfpron AT r* flviffin Union Graded schools, assisted by Messrs. Simms, Hickman and others. Owing to bad conditions of track, records were no taken of the races. The records in the pole vault for field day last April were as follows: 1st, 8 ft. 4 in.; 2nd, 8 ft. 2 in. For the discus throw?1st, 107 ft. 6in.; 2nd, 102 ft. 1 in.; 3rd, 97 ft. It will be noticed that the record in the vault is the same as for last field day. School Exhibit. First Prize: Central school. Special mention of globe and map made by ?rffth grade. Second Prize: West End. Special mention of sewing and suits of furniture. Pantry Supplies. Loaf Bread: 1st, Mrs. C. T. Murphy; 2nd, Miss McCutchen. Discuit: 1st, Mrs. J. E. Hass; 2nd, Mrs. Laurens Eison. Ginger Bread: 1st, Mrs. B. F. Foster. Pound Cake: 1st, Mrs. J. E. Hass. Devil's Cake: Alice Inman, Lockhart. Lady Baltimore Cake: 1st, Alice Inman, Lockhart. Cocoanut: 1st. Mrs. Janie McLun ey, Lockhart. Chocolate Layer Cake: 1st, Mrs. D. G. Gregory, Union. Chocolate Loaf Cake: Mrs. J. E. Hass, Monarch. One Dozen Ginger Cakes: Mrs. B. F. Foster, Union. Home-Cured Ham: 1st, Mrs. E. F. Kennfedy, Jonesville. Butter: 1st, Josie Worthy, Lockhart. Nut Candy: 1st, Alice Inman, Lockhart. Best Display of Preserves: 1st, Miss McCutch'en. Best Display Pantry Supplies: 1st, Mrs. J. L. Eison; 2nd, Mrs. J. E. Hass. Ladies' Department Fancy Work. Silk Quilt, 1st, Miss Emma Sparks, Union; 2nd, Mrs. McWhirter, Jonesville. Calico Quilt: 2nd, Miss Annie Kelly, Cedar Hill. Knit Counterpane: 1st, Mrs. C. T. Murphy, Union; 2nd, Mrs. W. T. Powell. Woven Counterpane: 1st, Mrs. J. L. McKinney, Jonesville; 2nd, Mrs. Paul K. Switzer, Union. Wool Quilt: 1st, Bonham Club; 2nd, Mrs. D. C. Lawson. ft u ni V COUNTY FAIR Rag Rug: 1st, Lucy Jeter, Union 2nd, Mrs. Wcwhirter, Jonesville. Knit Sweater: 1st, Miss Emmi Sartor, Union. Child's Sweater: 1st, Miss K. E Littlejohn, Jonesville. Embroidered Table Cover: 1st, Mrs Mack Scott, Monarch; 2nd, Mrs. Chas Ray, Union. Embroidered Sofa Pillow: 1st, Ceda; Hill club; 2nd, Mrs. Mack Scott. Work Bag: 1st, Miss Gregory; 2nd West End school. Baby's Flannel Petticoat: 1st, Mrs Chas. Ray, Union. Crochet Shawl: Mrs. Littlejohn Jonesville. Lace Handkerchief: 1st, Mrs. Mc Whirter, Jonesville. Embroidered Center piece: 1st, Mrs R. E. White, Union; 2nd, Bonha'm club Embroidered Collar: 1st, Mrs. L B. Jeter, Union; 2nd, Bonham club. Lace Collar; 1st Mrs W .T T Union; 2nd, Mrs. Sallie Bishop, Union Pin Cushion: 1st, Mrs. Janie Mc Cutcheon, Monarch; 2nd, Miss Ros< Thomas, Monarch. Crochet Doilies: 1st, Mrs. Ida T Baker; 2nd, Mrs. Hix. Battenburg: 1st, Mrs. C. T. Estes Union; 2nd, Mrs. C. T. Estes, Union Shirt Waists: 1st, Miss McCutchen 2nd, Mrs. Mack Scott. Drawn Work Centerpiece: 1st. Mia Annie Kelly; 2nd, Mrs. W. E. Neal. Crochet Lace: 1st, Miss M. Ivey 2nd, Mrs. B. F. Alston, Jr., Union. Men's Shirt: 1st, Mrs. J. W. Mix son, Union; 2nd, Kate Carter. Darning Socks: 1st, Mrs. J. W Mixson, Union; 2nd, Josie Carter. Cattle Department. Jrraeys: 1st, bull, Alameda Farms 2nd, cow, A. Nicholson. Shorthorns: 1st, bull, C. M. Mc Whirter; 2nd, bull, Bank of Jonesville 1st and 2nd, heifer, E. F. McWhirter Poll Angus: Best bull, L. M. Jor dan; best heifer, calf, W. Hames; 2n< best heifer calf, L. M. Jordan. 9 Red Poll: 1st, bull, GilUam Farms let ami 2nd t_t ? l ? i.! i ? - i.i. t ci I*;-.. uuiaiciiii ibi, uuu, *i. Ci. immer 2nd, bull, C. H. Rice. Poultry Exhibit. Barred Rocks: D. F. Gilliam, lsl cock, 1st hen; R. P. Harry, 1st cockerel, 2nd cockerel; Cedar Hill, 1st pullet; Pinitfale, 2nd pullet. White Plymouth Rocks: L. M. Jordan, 1st pen, 1st cock, 1st hen anc 2nd hen. White Leghorn: Pinedale Farms 1st cock, 1st hen, 1st cockerel, 1st pullet. White Wyandottes: L. M. Jordan 1st hen, Entry 101, Estes, 1st cockerel Entry 101, Estes, 1st pullet. Black Langshans: E. F. Kennedy 1st cockerel, 1st pullet, 2nd pullet. Buff Orphingtons: D. F. Gilliam 1st cock, 1st hen, 1st cockerel, 2nc cockerel, 1st pullet, 2nd pullet. Rhode Island Reds (Rose Comb): Mobley Jeter, 1st cockerel; Mrs. R B. Gilliam, 2nd cockerel, 1st pullet, 2nc pullet. Buckeyes: R. B. Gilliam, 1st pen, 1st cockerel, 1st pullet, 2nd pullet. Best Display: 1st, Gilliam Farm; 2nd, C. J. Estes. Turkeys: 1st, No. 101, Estes. f^inrtaac 1 of M/% 1A1 TTofno Pigeons: 1st, No. 101, E'stes. Ducks: Pekin, No. 101, Estes; Runner, 1st, Pinedale. Boys' Pig Club. Lewis Wilburn?Weight, 247% lbs.; gain, 201%; cost, $7.93; gain per day 1.52; cost per lb. gain, .0393. Dewey Kelley?Weight, 201%; gain 160%; gain per day, 1.35. Gallman?Weight, 195; gain, 152; cost, 4.45; gain per day, 1.07; cost pei lb. gain, .03. Claude Sartor?Weight, 207; gain, 145; cost, 6.81; gain per day, 1.00; cost per lb. gain, .047. Fant Kelley?Weight, 175; gain, 112; cost, 2.47; gain per day, .85; cost per lb. gain, .022. Browning?Weight, 122; gain, 89; cost, 3.10; gain per day, .65; cost pei lb. gain, .035. J. C. Foeter- Weip-h*, 84; gain, 54; cost, 3.33; gain per day, .40; cost pei lb. gain, .060. J. HERMAN SWINK ACTS AS CIRCUIT COURT JUDGE J. Herman Swink, one of Miami's youngest attorneys, this morning acted as judge ad litem in the ciri cuit court, Judge H. P. Branning being disqualified on account of having previously represented the plaintiff in ine case or MICKS Allen vs. W. A, Buyton et al. Mr. Swink presided with dignity and did not seem to be unnerved in the least at the thought of occupying for a time the high office of circuit judge. Judge Branning resumed his seat on the bench at the conclusion of the case and the suit of Walter Waldir vs. A. B. Sanders, to prove reasonable attorney's fees, was taken up, R. K Taylor representing the plaintiff.? Miami News. MRS. G. P. WHITE ' PASSE^AWAH ; The End Came on Wednesx day After a Lingering lit ness?Interment Will1* at Johnston, S. C., on Fri c^y, Former Home of P*" r ceased. ' Mrs. Geo. P. White, wife of JW* Geo. P. White, died at the parsonage Wednesday about noon The funeral services were conducive '' Thursday morning in the First Bjnp tist church. The burial will be todky Friday, at Johnston. Mrs. White has been in declinQif ' health for a long time, and her suffer ings were great. All that loving haridi and willing hearts could do to rendej aid was done, but to no avail. SK< ' passed away after speaking message ' of farewell to loved ones and frfcndi " present and sending a like meaftagi ' to absent loved ones. She expfrwta a confident hope in her Savior and 1 * willingness to go; indeed, she has fnj quently, in recent months, declare* ' that she longed for release of bodttj * suffering. ' Since coming to Union some tw* years ago, Mrs. White has won a i warm place in the hearts of the people, although she has been a m| ' stant sufferer. For years Mrs. WW# was a strong force in the work.hf tfl church, rendering faithful assiMemM to her husband's pastoral and chsdM * work. Shfls was, whin a young converted 4nd became a great wortji in Sunday school,; and* in ' society work ,and; at one" earnestly to go#* Georgetown; Mrs. * W. J. Edwards t Johnston; Mrs. H. W. Dobey, John" ston; Mrs. G. G. Waters, Johnston; Mrs. Hattie Parrish, Johnston. The funeral exercises were conduct ed at 10 o'clock Thursday morning in ' the First Baptist church. The burial is to be Friday at Johnston, Edgefield > county. CHILDREN OF CONFEDERACY ; The Jefferson Davis chapter, Children of the Confederacy, met Tuesdaj f afternoon with Leonora Arthur and a most interesting program was cart ried out. [ "Reconstruction" was the subject for study and some excellent papers ; were given. Dan Wallace, a grandson of Gen. 1 W. H. Wallace, read a paper on the famous "Wallace House" and Ted , Garner on the "Ku Klux Klan." Sallie Wallace read several letters describ; ing the visit of Jefferson Davis to Union. Readings were given by Albert Moore and Clough Wallace and Marion Mixson recited "Mv Shadow." Alice Arthur furnished beautiful music. The hostess served refreshments, ; assisted by her mother, Mrs. W. D, t Arthur, and Miss Elizabeth Arthur. FAIRFOREST CHAPTER D. A. R, 9 The Fairforest chapter Daughters of [ the American Revolution will hold their regular monthly meeting at the home of Mrs. T. L. Estes on "Doug' lass Heights" next Tuesday afternoon, November 2nd, at 4 o'clock. The hostesses for the occasion will be Mrs. ! T. L Estes, Mrs. W. H. Perrin and ' Mrs. J. Frost Walker, Jr. A full attendance is requested. Mrs. L. J. Hames, Regent. JETER-CULP. The following cards have been received in Union: Mr. and Mrs. James Parham Jeter request the honor of your presence at the marriage of their daughter Kathleen i to Mr. Oscar Thomas Culp > rp.? 1 ~ Mi. ^ 1 iL - a ursiiay aiiciihmmi, iNuvcniuei ine ninth At Home 1 Santuck, South Carolina Rev. E. A. Fuller will preach for the congregation of the First Baptist church Sunday morning and night, in 1 the absence of the pastor, Rev. Geo. P. : White. Prof. Fuller will address the Baraca class at the First Baptist church Sun' day morning. All members of the 1 clasB are urged to attend and bring 1 a friend to the class Sunday morning. i . m Mr. J. S. Pickens and little grandsew, John Henry White, were visitors to Union Thursday. (S. C. COTTON SEED 1 'f CRUSHERS' EXHIBIT - One of the Best n' f F^pures of Our Fair. ? I?. West Was in ^ Charge of This Booth. ^ JP Products From v "g; Cottoii,$eed Exhibited. fl ijjFOne oM displays at our ^ hibitcd -M< tfclliafiouth Carolina Seed a V ' Pres'^et' over hy f f-'-Mrs.. untiring in her cf- a tyrts to^NDBMpi and emphasize the ^ j many uses to which the humble cotton j" I f-^ofcinig^SjBKil extensively in place Vl f [ | olive o?l, to the splendid cake made ^ ; /(our/'made into cake, and served by } j Mrs. 'yfcest at the.booth, was "good." jl j ft was toothsome and palatable, as the Ijgwas made with *<5otton seed flour." ^ ' M I AT B EX HI Bid. L IT , ' <By special reporter) a , The Bonham Community club, al- b< though having several drawbacks just a< ; at the time of making its exhibit, c showed up creditably with second hon- w ora. Many pretty pieces of needlel work were shown; the heirlooms were ct I much appreciated; while the beauti- T 1 fully canned products were tempting M to tHe eye; all illustrating in a beautiful manner the fifth H?Home?mak- T1 ' ing a climax to the Girls' Tomato club work by allowing the women of the country to add Home to the Hand, rt ' Heart, Head and Health of the girls' ej work. m We are proud of this club in that in we feel that it is accomplishing some- ai ' thing towards the objects for which it w 1 was organized, viz., that the women of M the neighborhood may come to know one another better; may have a richer U j social life; and may work together for the betterment of themselves, their 1 families and their community. Starting with nine members in May 1 they have increased to 18, has met ^ at eight of the homes, thus throwing 1 ita'members in touch with each other's home life; two public meetings at Duck Pond church, one a government 0 demonstration program under the aus- ^ pices of Miss Alsie Smith, the other ' a prohibition rally day, which is " ' hoped did something toward helping the State go dry. Also one very & touching meeting was held at the ?T county farm, where a song and prayer service was held, and each inmate of | I thfe home was remembered with a gen, crous box of those things of the culi- * , nary art in which country ladies are ?? adepts. In all these home meetings special and helpful programs have " been carried out. K' The work for the coming year has * been partially prepared and great re- m suits are expected. We believe that sc every community should have one of these clubs. Let us live for each other. Let us look up and not down; look out and not in; look forward and not fa backward, and lend a hand. re ffAMAWKTRN PARTY S< The Nativity Mission will give a " Hallowe'en party Friday afternoon ? and evening at the Chamber of Commerce rooms. The admission will be , 2f>c for adults and 10c for children. Everyone is requested to come in witch or "spook" costume. The halls !s will be filled with owls and bats and In witches and "spooks" will hobnob with ."spooks"; the lights will burn low . and hobgoblins will walk around. The old witches will ride the broom and sweep cobwebs from the sky, and the ht fortune teller will make your hair rise Sj up on on your head. th The children will bob for apples and is have plenty of amusement. Be sure you wear a "spooky" cos- N turfie and come prepared for a glorious ; uf ?-? Honesty should go hand in hand bs wtfh an insurance policy. su idi VIcDOW-PERRIP GREAT ENG AG EM ENT A N NOUNCED. Very beautiful and most enjoyable 'as the reception given Tuesday afernoon by Mrs. C. T. Murphy in comliment to Miss Etta McDow, whose larriage was a brilliant event of Wednesday evening. The home was nay with autumn owers and potted plants. In the par?rs pink and white cosmos were put 1 every available space and the same owers were used in the halls with rtistic effect. Misses Edith and Dorothy Caine let the guests at the front door and sked them to contribute a "bit of adice" to be written, in the bride's ook. These envelopes were collected iter and read aloud to the guests and ery amusing was some of the advice iven. Some warned the bride "to srve dinner on time," others to start in time to have her own way" nd many of them "no matter what appens, to sing, sing, smile and sing." The hostess invited the quests to ie sun parlor which had been conerted into a veritable flower garden, sd predominating. Great bowls of :arlet sage and red dahlias were ef;ctively used and the table had for s centre piece a mound of scarlet ige and red dahlias. A knock was eard at th6 hall door and when opned Miss Edith Caine came into the >om drawing a flower decked carriage pon which stood a miniature bride nd groom. The little bride wore a hite silk costume, en traine with llle veil and carried a shower bouquet f white chrysanthemums. The bouuet was presented to Miss Etta Meow anti she discovered tucked away mong the blossoms a telegram which ie read to the waiting throng: Mr. nd Mrs. C. T. Murphy announce the igagement of their niece, Louise turphy, to Dr. Orin Moore, of Chartte, N. C., the marriage to take place i early December. Although the engagement had been n open secret among the friends of ie. young couple the formal announceWftK t?l)H wif-h oatvli*! infuraol 11 [ft??~Mtirphy is a daujfhter of the late' . P. Murphy and grew to young woanhood in this city. She possesses bright and lovable nature and numirs her friends by the circle of her ;quaintance. Her marriage will bring igether a bevy of attractive young omen from several States. The hostess served ices and pound ike and was assisted by Mrs. LeRoy ownsend, Mrs. Claude Cain, Miss L. [cCoy and Mrs. Sallie Townsend. WENTY DOLLAR MEXICAN BILL. A friend of The Times left with us scently a $20.00 bill of Mexican mon!, issued by Villa, the Mexican gen al. This bill is now fast approachg the state of worthlessness, but is i interesting bit of work. The bill as sent to the county by Mr. Thos. . Mayfield, of El Paso, Texas. NIQUE PLAN TO RAISE MONEY. Sedalia High school patrons hit ion a novel plan to raise money for nnfAtnni* ??? -1 vin- OtIIWUl ^ 1 UUIIUA Ullil hiding. They united in contributing sed cotton. These contributions of :ed cotton were assembled and the tal pinned, making one bale. The ed were sold to the Southern Cotton il Co. here for the market price plus premium of $5.00. The bale of eotn was carried over to the fair ounds and auctioned off before the , andstand. Hon. L. J. Browning, who , a trustee of the Sedalia school, was e auctioneer. The bale was bought r the Citizens National Bank here, e price paid being the market price r that day plus a bonus of $25.00. lie bale, sold in this unique fashion, :tted over $100. This money is to i used as the school authorities see ; in whatever improvements may be leded upon the grounds and the hool building. MOVES TO KELTON. Rev. J. D. Croft moved with his mily to Kelton this week. He has signed the pastoral charge of the >cond Baptist church here and will ke charge of Mt. Joy and Philippi lurches. Mr. Croft has made many iends during his stay in Union, and iey are rejoiced to know that he will >t leave the county. He leaves the ork here in good shape. The church entirely out or debt and has money the treasury. BOX SUPPER. There will be a box supper and ish given on Saturday, Oct. 30th, at irdis church. The funds will go for e benefit of the church. The public cordially invited. EW AUDITOR UNION COUNTY. Colurhhia, Oct. 27.?Governor Manng today appointed James S. Betenlugh as auditor for Union county to icceed T. J. Betenbaugh. deceased. 1 WEDDING SOCIAL EVENT First Presbyterian Church a Scene of Beauty on Wednesday When Miss Etta May McI)ow Became the Bride of Mr. Spencer Rice Perrin?Unusually Popular Young People. A brilliant iratherinjr of friends anil relatives filled the First Presbyterian church Wednesday to witness the marriaire of Miss F.na Mniim" c? ^ - ? 4.Avi/un tu opciiier Rice Perrin. Unusual interest had long been manifested in the happyevent, because of the prominence of the family connections of the bride and groom and the personality of both. The chancel was handsomely decorated with palms and ferns and garlands of ivy; clusters of white candles lighted the church, enhancing the effect of the decorations and forming a background of unrivalled beauty for the picturesque wedding scene. The seats for the family and out-of-town guests were marked by bows of pink tulle and the handsome evening dress of these guests presented a brilliant spectacle. Miss Vivian Sarratt presided at the organ and gave a lovely program preceding the entrance of the bridal party and during the ceremony which included "To a Wild Rose," overture from "Poet and Peasant," Barcarole from "Tales of Hoffman," Melody in F and 'Traumerie." Mrs. Richard A. Jones, who possesses a voice of rare sweetness, sang "Until the End" and during the ceremony softly sang "Schubert's Serenade." Promptly at the appointed hour the ever-inspiring motes of Lohengrin's wedding march heralded the approach of the bridal party. The ushers came two and two down either aisle, as folun? n..ji T??i- ' - " ? ?wno, i/uuicj ueaiy ana j. s. Morgan apd Jones Browne and A. G. Kennedy. - . Tijtfy cro?d4d i? freht' fcf . th**h*r and . - .i&Q '44ka wafted the maids who entered in the same way. They were Miss Nelle Muttison of Honea Path, Misses Mary Jones, Kathleen James and Mary Perrin. The maids were modishly gowned in white lace frocks and fashioned in the coiffure of each one was a hand of brilliants. They carried bouquets of pink rosebuds tied with pink tulle and looked their very prettiest. Miss Irene McDow, a sister of the bride, appeared as the first bridesaid and was exceptionally handsome in a dress of pink crepe combined with lace and carried an armful of white chrysanthemums and ferns. Just preceding the bride were the dainty little flower girls, Elizabeth Matheson and Frances McDow, scattering rose petals from La Tosca baskets. The bride entered with he? brother, L. B. Jeter, Jr., who gave her in marriage and at the same time the groom entered from the vestry with his best man, Carlisle Perrin, and joined her at the chancel steps and here, surrounded by the ones who love them best, they plighted their troth, the service being read by the pastor. Rev. John F. Matheson. The bride was indeed a queenly figure in her robes of soft crepe meteor, the long folds falling gracefully about the feet, while the draped bodice showed an artist's touch. The corsage was entirely of point lace, embroidered in silver threads and a tracery of pearls. The tulle veil being caught from the face with a coronet of orange blossoms. Her flowers were white rosebuds and ferns, tied with long chiffon ends. The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Richard W. McDow and is counted one of Union's most popular and best beloved young women. She is vivacious and has a charming manner, and numbers her friends by the hundreds. Mr. Perrin received his degree at Clemson college and since that time has been connected with the UnionBuffalo mills. His fine ability and sterling character are much est.* >mod in this community where he has lived his whole life and the most cordial felicitations were extended to him and his bride. They left on the evening train for a honeymoon sojourn at Palm Beach, and other interesting points in Florida, after which they will be at home on xt - o n_n mu. o taiiiuun avenue. The bride's going-awav costume was blue broadcloth trimmed in fur and worn with a chic hat to match. The array of wedding gifts in a measure expressed the love and admiration of their many friends. Following the ceremony a reception was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. McDow, and the color scheme of white and green was carried out in detail. The bride's register was presided over by Miss Nelle Mattison and the bride's bouquet was caught by Miss Kathleen James, who, if the omen holds good, will be the next bride. A boy on mischief bent may go straight to the bad.