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The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1891-07-22
The Minister Bowed.

The influence of little things in de-
termining destiny is forcefully set
forth in this little incident. Theapos-
tie gives good counsel when he says: :.
"Set not your mind on high things,
but condescend to things that are
lowly."
A new minister settled in the town.
There was one very wicked man who
was terror to the good by his open
blasphemy. He never went to church,
and ridiculed those who did. A few
days after the minister was settled, he
met the old sinner with smile and
pleasant "Good morning, 81" " The
old man turned and looked after him.
The same thing happened day or
two afterward, and several times dur
ing a week or two. The reprobate be-
gan making inquiry as to who the
stranger was. At length he heard
that it was the "new elder" Some
one told the preacher that he was
"wasting politeness on that worthless
reprobate." "Never mind" said he,
lit does not cost much to be polite;
and no more to 'reprobate' than to a
squire of the town." It was not
long before the old sinner slipped into
pew in the fartherest corner OF from
the pulpit, and nearest the door. He
came again and again, and was finally
brought to Christ. "It was the min.
ister's bow that did it," so he said.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1891-07-22
JULY %. 1891. VOLUME XXXVI NO. 9.
Something Hard To DO.

One ofthe hard lessons to learn is
to heartily and freely forgive those
that injure US in feelings, reputation
and property. But christian people
should remember, that he that over.
comes an evil of this sort gains three
victories at once; he conquers satan;'
his enemy, and himself. While he
that refuses to forgive an injury, breaks
down the bridge he will one day want
to cross himself. The spirit of forgive
ness is Christ-like and beautiful. Al
little boy being asked what forgive.
ness was, gave the beautiful answer !:
ut is the odor that flowers breathe
when they are trampled upon"
"The sandal tree perfumes, when rlven,
The axe that laid 1t low
Let him that hopes to be forgiven,
Forgive and bless his foe.''
DR.. Watts said: ave should en-
deavor 10 forget injuries and bury them
in love-" "It is fine thing" said one,
ITO have revenge in ones power but
it is a finer thing not to use it." II
you do not exercise the spirit of for
giveness then, you must quit praying
the Lords prayer.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1891-07-22

Christian humility can not be put
on by human power. The power tc
put it on, and to keep it on, must come
from God. The Psalmist prayed, "Let
the words of my mouth and the medi
tations of my heart be acceptable in
thy sight, 20 Lord, my strength and
my Redeemer." We should pray in
silent prayer in the midst of company
very often, MAY my words and my
meditations be acceptable in thy sight,
o Lord.n
The Apostle Paul says, "Remembel
the words which I spake unto you
while was yet present with you.'
The wise and good words of Christians
should be kept in affectionate everlast
ing remembrance.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1891-07-22
Father.

Not long ago q pastor received call
from a young man whose face he rem.
embered having seen in church, but,
whose acquaintance he had not
made.
"I have come to live in town." said
the stranger, introducing himself, "in:
the employment of -. aud have
taken seat in the High Street church.
I have ventured to call now in conse-
quence of letter from home upon the.
desirability of uniting myself with
your church."
"By letter ?" said the pastor. 81
"On profession of my faith" was
the reply. ~.
The pastor was taken by surprise
With no friends, no appeals, no re
vival interest,"" no spiritual drums
ming of any kind, as the pastor put
it to himself, here was young stran-
ger asking to enter the church.
eyes, yes" he answered hurridly;.
Eyes, yes, by all means. I see you
have excellent mother"
II have" was the quiet reply.
"And her faithful letters are telling
on you. That is right, that is right
"Itis letter from father" said the
Young man. ave are a family Of
rough, overgrown boys. I am afraid
poor mother would have made little,
headway with us. My older brothers
united with the church before leaving
home. They are noble Christian fel-.
lows. am the youngest. 1 was not
expecting this place when father left
home. He only returned the night.
before left. That, I suppose, Is the
reason why I had not followed their
example"
"And you-you are a converted
young man m said the pastor, hesita-
ting.
His visitor did not Immediately re-
ply. II have not much experience to
sneak Of" he at length said slowly,
.ff that is what you mean. I was.
brought up in a Christian home.
Father always talked with US as if we
loved God. He always called US chill
of the Church. The night before l
left bone father came into my room
and said, Arthur, shall we kneel
down together, and will you distinctly
consecrate yourself to the Lord" l
did. 1t was great help having my
father by my side. He seemed to seal
my poor prayer by his great heart or
prayer. i can't say whether l am
converted or not, but feel certain"-
and he stopped-"certain that I feel.
toward God as 1 feel about father. i
want to do what he would like me to
do about all things else"
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1891-07-22
Clerical Conscripts in France.

The Herald of Peace SAYS: ''The;
new law to seminarists to serve for a:
year in the French army, as common;
soldiers, has come into force. A first
bach of eighty-seven young seminar
lists of diocese of Paris left for military
service last month, after hearing mass
Saint Sulpice. The ceremony was.
most impressive. A large crowd had.
gathered to wish God-speed to the,
young students, many Of whom were
in plain clothes. Cardinal Richard,
Archbishop of Paris, who officiatedl
was assisted by several bishops. The
Cardinal, after giving the blessing,
put the mitre on his head, and hold.
ing the crozier in his hand, delivered
to the seminarists o few parting
words of advice and encouragement.
He said there was natural sympathy:
between the priest and the soldier, as
both were called in different ways to.
lead O life of self.sacrifice. we do;
not wish in the least he said, ito hide
the sorrow we feel in seeing you re-;
moved from the seminary to the bar
rack: but we say to you-Strive, with:
the Divine assistance, to come out Of
this trial with renewed strength
The Cardinal eXhorted them to love
their fellow-soldiers, and to bear in:
patience any taunts or sneers that
might be levelled at them. If they
bore themselves bravely and meeklyi
their brother-soldiers would sooner
or later do them justice. He trusted:
they would be afforded protection, not.
only by the Christian officers, but.
even by those who did not hold their
faith"
1t seems to US this is only right and.
proper. A church upholding con-,
scription should be conscripted.. 1t is.
very different with non-combatant
Christians.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1891-07-22
The "Old Reliable.'
South Carolina Railway Co.

Commencing Sunday, May 81, 1891. Passenger
Trims will run as follows, eastern time"
TO AND FROM CHARLESTON, DAILY.
For Columbia.
Leave Charleston 40 I'm. 8 80 pm
Arrive Columbia IS lO w
For Augusta.
Leave Charleston q 5Oa GW m
Arrive Augusta IL ~ o III ii 10 m
For Charleston.
Leave Columbia Scam As Q % p m
Arrive Charleston IL 0Sam 80 II 30 q N
Leave Augusta 800am 30 10 IN
Arriye Charleston ! Is IN ~ Is 50 n III
Connections OF Columbia Union Depot to and from all
nonts on Columbia and Greenvile Railroad daily ex.
cent Sunday to and from all points on Sparanburg,
Union and Columbia Railroad, and beyond daily by
trains leaving Columbia at 545 p. III. and arriving at
G45 q. IN. Connections made with c., C. & A. l..
r. bv all trains to and from all points East.
Through trains between Columbia and Blacksburg
via. Camden Lancaster, Rock Hill and Yorkvile as
ner above Schedules Trains arriving In Columbia at
9:45 and 1000 H. connect with the r. & D. for Gin
cinnat Leave Charleston 6:40 III. Arriving In
Cincinnati 7:30 next morning:
At Pregnals to and from all points on G. s. & N.
Railroad, At Charleston with steamers for New
York, on Monday, Wednesday and Friday; with
Charleston and Savannah Railroad to and from Sa-
yannah and Florida points daily.
At Augusta with Georgia and Central Railroad to
and from oil points West and South.
At Blackvlle to and from points on Barnwell Rail-
rood. Through tickets con be purchased to all points
south and West by applying to
G. r. Miller U. r.. Agt, Columbia, S. C.
q, NJ. WARD, Gen-ra Manager.
S. B. PICKENS, Gen. P. d T. A..
Columbia, NeWberry e. Laurens II. II
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1891-07-22

Southbound trains, whether delayed or not have
absolute right of track over Northbound Trains ol
the same class.
.JNO. Z. WINDER, L. i. M EES,
General Manager. General Superihlrhdeh''
II. ". Whisnant, Superintendent.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1891-07-22

Trains :, 10, 10, II, H. ls ~, 4s daily except
Sunday.
Pullman Sleeper on trains l5 and lG between
Charleston S. C., amp Cincinnati, Ohio. Via Allan
tic Coast Line Columbia, Asheville, Paint Rcck,
Morriston, Cnoxvc, Jelico and junction City;
J. 4. Dodsyn Supt, w. II. Green. Gen. Man'r.
Jas l.. Taylor, Gen. Pass. Ag't, Sol Hass, Traffic
Manager.
D. CARDWELL, Division Pass. Agent,
Columbia 8. q.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1891-07-22

Fresh loaf bread always on hand at Thos.
Thomson's.
A nice lot of French candies just received
at Thos. Thomsons.
Try one of those fresh hams just received at
ThoS. Thomson's.
We defy any competition to show corset
for SO cents that will compare with ours. o.
L. Heath & Co.
Bargains In remnants white goods at o.
Heath & Co.
The Dispatch. [volume] (Provo City, Utah) 1891-1895, 1891-04-25
THE SUGAR B0UNTE.

All sugars under No. 16 Dutch
STANDARD in color are now admitted
free of duty, commencing with the
beginning of the present month. This
gives our refners, according 10 some
figuring done by the Denver News, free
raw material at cost to the govern
ment of between $50. .OOO,O and $780,
600, 600 per annum. 1t should reduce
the cost of sugar to the consumers at
least two cents per pound. If Claus
Spreckels and the sugar trust have
formed combination, however, prices
hereafter will be regulated by that
combination.
Sugar bounties of two cents per
pound will be paid by the government
after July l on all sugars produced
from beets, sorghum, cane or maple
sap, the latter testing 80 degrees by the
polariscope, and sugars testing less
than 80 and not less than so degrees
will receive a bounty of II cents per
pound The limitation of the law as
to sugar bounties will make the bounty
of little value in many of the maple
sugar producing states, inasmuch as
the article produced fails to come up
to the government standard, and no
bounty is paid to any that tests less
than 80 degrees. This bounty the
promoters of the sugar factory in this
county are figuring to get and un-
doubtedly will.
\ Every sugar producer must file his
III N to the bounty before July ] of
~ i year with the commissioner of
-, nal revenue, giving the place of
prcA Seton, description of the machin-
cry and methods used and estimate of
the amount of sugar expected to be
produced, and bond with approved
sureties for the faithful observance Of
the law and all rules prescribed by the
department.. In addition to these re-
quirements a special license must be
obtained and at least 500 pounds Of
sugar must be produced before any
bounty can be obtained.
The Dispatch. [volume] (Provo City, Utah) 1891-1895, 1891-04-25
GET A HOME.

Apart from all other considerations,
and there are many of weight, it pays
man to own hOme-to have spot
which he can absolutely call his own.
The natural tendency Of men is to live
up to their means. There are few
whose income is so large that, to use
popular expression, "they do net know
what to do with it, which means that
it is greater than can possibly be ex-
pended for maintenance alone; but the
average mortal readily finds an outlet
for the whole of his income. Whether
apart of it goes in payment on house
or to the owner for the use of it, the
wear finds it all absorbed in one way
and another. But if a man determines
to have home for himself he must
assuming that he has small income
shape his resources to that end. Little
by little he makes progress, until finally
he has roof over his head he can ac-
tually call his own-has a substantial
stake in the community, and has laid
a solid foundation toward a competen-
cy. In many cases he is just home
better off than he would be if he had
continued to act upon the theory that
it is cheaper to rent than to buy"
Desirable as it is in the city for man
to be the owner of home it is even
more so in the country where one gets
his living from the land. In this coun-
try, as yet, the actual occupiers of
agricultural lands are in the great
majority of cases the owners thereof.
This is a great factor in our national
strength and prosperity. There is no
man who has justly more right to feel
independent than he who has the
means of providing at first hand all
fanny. Every man WHO makes MS nv.
ing from the first fruits of the earth
SHOULD strive, if he do not now, to own
the land he tills. Even now, in some
sections of the country, the delusiop
that renting is more economical, has
led many men into a relaxation of
effort, with the result that, instead of
themselves keeping their noses to the
grindstone, with a Ieasoable hope of
respite in the future, they are COM
PEELED to keep them there with little
prospect of relief.
The Dispatch. [volume] (Provo City, Utah) 1891-1895, 1891-04-25

The Deseret Ne,cs refers TO the
sugar factory in this county, as fol-
lows:
1t is not good time to engage in
airy speculation, but the Indications
offer strong inducements to legitimate
enterprises and industries, and such
investments can and should be made
and encouraged. In this connection
ii is proper to call attention to The
sugar factory in Utah county. II has
already been a remarkable stimulus fo
industry and enterprise in tie region
in which it is located. 1t has provIded
employment for hundreds of persons
including the worbmen who are an.
gagged in erecting the plant. and prom
Ises well for the farmers who are sow
ing and cultiyating beets. Should the
supply of the latter prove toe small +
VIII be a calamity, and the farm, rs
should exert themselves to meet IN,
demand. Here is labor for numer-
Gus class. which is sure to bring quick
and profitable returns.
The Dispatch. [volume] (Provo City, Utah) 1891-1895, 1891-04-25

NOWADAYS to cheat fellow-being
in trade is considered sharp, and the
man who swindles his neighbor in a
trade is rated keen and bright, instead
of the swindler that he really is. Men
nowadays, that is some men, or rather
scoundrels, do most anything to gain
their point. We have few of them
in this town and it seems a pity that
such fellows are allowed to roam and
40 AS they will in an enlightened com
munitv.
The Dispatch. [volume] (Provo City, Utah) 1891-1895, 1891-04-25

THE Salt Lake Herald hits it right
when it says: 1.-The farmers of Utah
county seem to have taken hold of the
feet raising industry in earnest, and
viii SOW a very large acreage this year
They seem determined that the sugar
plant viii not be shut down for want
Of material to work.
The Dispatch. [volume] (Provo City, Utah) 1891-1895, 1891-04-25
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The Dispatch. [volume] (Provo City, Utah) 1891-1895, 1891-04-25

A DUDE entered menagerie while
smoking a cigarette when the keeper
him to take the thing out of
his mouth lest he should teach the
other monkeys how 10 smoke.
The Dispatch. [volume] (Provo City, Utah) 1891-1895, 1891-04-25

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The Dispatch. [volume] (Provo City, Utah) 1891-1895, 1891-04-25

A GENEsEo man received this letter
recently from man in Pennsylvania;
Deer Sur, my father owned akers in
your town befor the war and has been
ded sins. | am his air. Please state
if them two akers is there yit. If they
air want them, otherwise not.''
The Dispatch. [volume] (Provo City, Utah) 1891-1895, 1891-04-25

AN EXCHANGE speaks of prayer
delivered in one of the churches as
classic. Well, it may have been,
but it doesn't follow that it stood a
better chance, on that account, of
reaching heaven any quicker than that
plaih. old supplication from an hum
bic and contraite heart, LORD be
mcrciiul to me, a sinner" Frills on
pra} els don't count much.
The Forrest City times., 1891-08-07
An Eccentric Character Dea

Rosannna Mccormick. aged 65. an eccentric character, who has resided by herself near Jordan's, White Sul- phur Springs, Va. for many years, and who was we'll known by thou sands of people from north and south who have been patrons of her springs, was found dead at home, lying on fer tilizer sacks and sheepskins. She had q number of feather beds, but never slept on them. She always wore long heavy boots, with pistols in them for protection, rarely ever taking them off, and died in her boots. At the cor oner's inquest a verdict of .'died of pneumonia" was rendered. She was a great reader, very intelligent, a fine historian. and owner of two farms. a number of cattle and sheep which she amassed by her industry. She told the fortunes of many a fair maiden and old-time lady in the United States. She was Il great pedestrian. always walking to the city clad in the rough est material, accompanied by her faithful dog, and carrying long staff. A number of handsome, uncut silk dress patterns were found among her effects. She never took medicine and would not have Il physician in her last illness.
The Forrest City times., 1891-08-07

at last she said. in . low determined voice.
 "You may strive as much a you like. Lena Despard, but will kill you rather than let you have your own way. And remember that, if you die, all the property, including Faireview, falls into my hands"
 She bent forward and fixed her ma licious eyes upon the face of her niece.
 "You may take it all, so long as you let me go free." answered Lena recklessly.
 Madame Dumasque knew that the law would not permit such course. and she made no reply; nor did Lena speak again.
 They reached London, drove to an hotel, and remained there that night and the next. On Friday Judith joined them, and they began, what seemed to Lena an endless railway journey. On and on. they travelled, until, in the dusk of the evening, the weary girl heard the moaning of the sea. The train stopped and they alighted Judith called cab and gave directions to the driver, who at first seemed as if he did not compre- bend. At last she made him under stand, and he started hts horse.
 Leaving the lights of small town behind them, they drove along a rough uneven road for about a mile. an1 tho,, oGnnnloI ,,,h,,I, nl roughcr still. They were in darkness and rain was falling. Madame Du- masque sat in grim silence; Judith peered anxiously through the window; Lena felt utterly downcast and weary, and, when the cab stopped before some dark gaunt building, she felt in clined to scream. Judith got out and stumbled up pathway, disappearing i'll the shadow of some great tree.
 Presently light shone faintly, by the aid of which they entered house at the end of the path, They waited in square paved hall while the cab man was paid; and then the maid clos way into aSwelI furnished dining-room, where fire was laid in the grate ready for lighting.
 Judith lighted the fire and lamp and drew the window-curtains; after which she retired to ihe kitchen where she performed the same duties, and lighted a lamp which hung in the en- trance hall Lena heard her moving about upstairs; but she made no re- mark, sitting perfectly still where she had first placed herself.
 Madame Dumasque stirred the fire and wound up a clock. which she set going by her watch in her usual methodical manner. The tick of the tmepiece proved an agreeable inter- ruption to the terrible silence and Lena's miserable thoughts.
 Gro BE CoNTINUED.) 6
The Forrest City times., 1891-08-07
The Cigarette.

Says cigarette drummer; "Tho consumption of cigarettes has fallen of greatly during the last year. house 1 used to represent used to h. u large trade in all popular brands of cigarettes. It still sells large quanti- ties of them, but not more than 50 per cent of as many packages as a year ago. A great many persons who Ised to smoke cigaretts have quit doing so and are now smoking cigars. The re- suit is that while the cigarette trade has decreased the cigar trade has in- creased. don't know how to account for this state of facts, unless 1t is due to the onslaught made during the last two years by the press and pulpit up- on the cigarette haDfl. New York Tribune.
The Forrest City times., 1891-08-07
Buffers Ready Wit.

In caso in court which Butler was conducting the general took occasion to read n statute bearing on the ques- tion at issue.
 The judge bent forward to ask
 Are you not aware that that statute has been repealed?"
 "0h, certainly" was the cool answer. ..but have read the old law and the new. and l find that l like the old much better.n
 The perfect nonchalance of tho re- ply was certainly characteristic Boston Courier.
The Forrest City times., 1891-08-07
TRUE hEao,sM.
Let others write of battles fought

Let others write of battles fought On bloody, gastly fields, Where honor greets the man who wins And death the man who yields; But 1 will write of him who fights And vanquishes his sins Who struggles on through weary years Against himself and wins. He is a hero, staunch and brave
 Who fights an unseen foe, And puts at last beneath his feet His passions base and low; And stands erect in manhood's might, Undaunted, undismayed- The bravest man who drew a sword In foray or in raid. It calls for something more than brawn Or muscle, to o'ercome An enemy who marcheth not
 With banner, plume or drum A foe forever lurking nigh,
 With silent stealthy tread: Forever near your board by day,
 At night beside your bed All honor, then, to that brave heaat, Though poor or rich he be- Who struggles with his baser part, Who conquers and is free He may not wear heros crown
 Or fill hero's grave, But truth will place his name among The bravest of the brave.
The Forrest City times., 1891-08-07
Harrison is a Listener.

President Harrison is making the reputation among the place seekers of being something of sphynS. One ',head of delegation who visited him few days ago came back to his hotel in a state of great wrath. His His followers gathered about him. We'll they exclaimed, "have you fixed the slate2' II don't know" he answered savagely. Why. aldn |, you see the prcsidentp" ''Yes, saw him, 'Didn't he give you a chance to explain lhe situation?" "Yes, he gave mo chance" And you i'm proved it. ''Of course, l did. But tell you boys, he is one of those ---- internal listeners. "--Washington Spe. cil
The Forrest City times., 1891-08-07
An, There. Clarence.

..Is it true, Angelina" said a young lady to an acquaintance, ..that there has been rupture between you and Clarence Dc Johnespn '.It is quite true" ..Gracious! What was the causep" '.He was addicted to the use of slang" "Ohw "Yes. begged of him to discontinue the habit, but he persisted in It." .'And the resultp" "The result Is, he Is in the soup Boston Herald.