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Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1896-08-26
EVANGELIST BELABoRED.

There was big sensation in Lancaster
last week. The parties to it were Major
J. M. Riddle, one of the proprietors of the
Lancaster Review, and Rev. Thomas 81.
Leitch, the we'll known evangelist. II
eliminated at the o. R. & G. depot on
Wednesday afternoon, and we get the de-
tails from the Lancaster Ledger, of Sat
urday.
Mr.. Leitch had been conductinga series
of meetings in Lancaster county, and
among the members Of the congregation
was Miss Sallie, daughter of Major ]. M.
Riddle. At some ridiculous incident that
occurred during one ofthe meetings, Miss
Riddle was provoked to laughter. Mr..
Leitch did not notice it at the time; but
his attention was afterward called to Miss
Riddles conduct" by Mr.. Marshall.
A few days later Miss Riddle was at
another meeting, and while Mr.. Leitch
was preaching, he took occasion to de-
nounce in unmeasured terms, the conduct
of "that silly, half-witted girl from town
who disturbed the meeting by laughing"
He used further language, which is said
to have left no doubt in the minds of his
hearers as to who was meant.
Major Riddle was informed Of the oc-
currence by several responsible parties,
and when Mr.. Leitch came to town on
Wednesday to take the train, the major
repaired to the depot. Mr.. Leitch was
in the waiting room but upon invitation
of Major Riddle went outside, where the
major demanded an explanation or an
apology. Mr.. Leitch promptly disclaim-
ed having made any reference to the
majors daughter, and insisted that he
had nothing to apologize for.
Major Riddle then said that inasmuch
as it was generally believed that the re-
mark referred to his daughter, the evan
gelist must make written disclaimer
for publication in the county papers in
order that the denial should have as much
publicity as the original report. Mr..
Leitch drew himself up to his full height
and said, "No, sir; will write nothing.
My word Is sufficient" Major Riddle
said: "Your word is not sufficient, sir.
and demand public denial or an apol-
ogy at your hands," Mr.. Leitch gave an
emphatic refusal, whereupon Major Rid
die began vigorous assault with walk
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1896-08-26
WORK ON THE FACTORY.

General Manager Ashe, of the York
Cotton mills, and his assistant, Mr.. w. r.
Carroll, both Of whom are giving most of
their. attention to the matter, are very
we'll satisfied with the progress Of the
work on the plant.
A big kiln of 1s0,OO bricks was burned
last week in good shape, and ia now cool
ing down. The bricks will be in condi-
ton for use during the latter part of this
week, and work will be commenced on
the main building with but little more de-
lay. The brick machinery has been
working beautifully during the past week
or 10 days, and unless there be accidents
that cannot be foreseen, from now on the
workmen will have constant supply OF
bricks.
Both Mr.. Ashe and Mr.. Carroll seem
to be of the opinion that the mill will be
ready to commence operation by the first
of January next.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1896-08-26

The Spaniards of Havana are said to
be in great stew against the home gov
ernment on account of it's failure to de-
mand an apology from the United States
for an insult to the Spanish flag at Key
West, Fla, recently. The flag over the
Spanish consulate at Key West was torn
down and trampled in the dust by a
mob. Although the same thing was
done to the American flag in Spain some
time ago, and the United States govern
ment failed to make any fuss, the Hava-
ma Spaniards say that Spain must not
put up with anything of the kind, and
they are Indignantly demanding the res
ignation of Senior del Costello, the Spanish
prime minister, who is held responsible
for the delinquency.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1896-08-26
HAD A NARROW ESCAPE.

Mr.. s. L. Miller of Yorkville, had an
exciting adventure with mule on last
Sunday, from which he escaped without
serious injury only by the skin of his
teeth.
Mr.. Miller went out into the pasture to
catch horse. Both the horse and mule
were trying to keep out of the way. The
mule got in close place and tried to dash
by. Mr.. Miller was directly in the way.
The mule reared, struck Mr.. Miller on
the side of the head and knocked him
down, and then dashed over him.
Mr.. Miller was covered with mud from
head to foot; but otherwise he was not
hurt. He thinks, however, that the chance
by which he made his escape without
broken bones was the only one that was
left out of dozen.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1896-08-26
Republican Convention.


Now that the Democratic primary
campaign is over, both the Republi-
Gun factions in the state have begun to
bestir themselves. Chairman Webster
of the Black and Tan faction has called
a state convention to be held in Co.
lumbia on September II, and Chair
man Melton of the "Lilly White" fac
ton has called his people to meet on
the same day. Both calls express the
"opinion that now since the Demo
Gratis have committed themselves to an
attempt to put the circulation of the
country on the basis of a so cents dol
dar, the Republicans will be able to
carry the state. 1t is expected that
the principal development of the con-
yentions will be hot fright between
Melton and Webster for the state
craftsmanship.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1896-08-26

Kinley, and portions of the northeast are
debatable ground. But still Wall street
is solid, and believing that the rest Of the
country is the same way, is not especially
alarmed. Contributions, except in Chi
cago, have so far not been up to expecta-
tions.
Over on the Bryan side the situation is
somewhat different. All the big Demo-
cratic newspapers are taking the rosiest
kind of view of the situation. They
seem to think the Republicans have been
routed lock, stock and barrel, and that
the battle is practically won. But we do
not feel assured by this view of the situa-
ton. The claims, though loud, do not
seem to be based on especially obvious
facts, and must be attributed in a large
measure to mere exuberance of spirits.
But the real truth about the whole mat
ter is that it is rather too early to COM
mence guessing at the result. The battle
has scarcely begun. The situation will
not begin to warm up good before about
the middle of September, and things will
grow hot. The Republicans will demon
strate their ability to raise all the money
they need, and the Democrats will DEM
onstrate the contrary. The battle will be
waged with bitterness, the like of which
has seldom been seen in this country, and
until week or ten days before the elec-
ton, there will be but little data upon
which the wisest of politicians will be
able to base satisfactory forecast as to the
final result.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1896-08-26
LETTER FROM HOODTOwN.
Death Of an Infant-Fodder Pulling-Fine
Yield Of Sorghum-As to Marketing

Yield Of Sorghum-As to Marketing
Cotton.
Correspondence Of the Yorkville Enquirer.
HoopTowN, August M.-The spirit of
little Clyde Younge, infant son Of Mr..
and Mrs. A. E. Feemster, took it's ever
lasting flight to him who gave it, last Sat-
urday night about o'clock. He was
a little over II months old. The little
flower, too tender for earth, has been
transplanted to the "lsnd that is fairer
than day." where it will forever bloom.
The grief stricken ones have the deepest
sympathy of the community in their
almost irreparable loss. Funeral ser,i-
ces were conducted by the pastor Rev.
y. II. Thacker, and the remains In
TERED al Bullock's Creek today.
The protracted meeting at Shady Grove
closed last Friday night.
The bulk of the early fodder has been
harvested in as fine condition as 1 remem-
Der to have seen In years. The excep-
tionally hot and dry weather, while very
favorable for such work, has. not been 80
we'll suited for the sowing Of turnips, al
though few were sown after the recent
rain.
Sorghum making has begun and the
cane is making good yield Of the pro-
duct. A number of farmers will feed
quite q quantity of the cane to their stock,
as they consider it excellent feed.
There seems to be no disposition on the
part Of our farmers to rush cotton on the
market, presume, on account of its low
price at present, as well as the expectation
of better prices, in consequence OF the
large falling off of the estimate In the
crop.
The hot weather and politics furnis
never ending topics Of conversation tor all
who are not otherwise engaged. While
there is considerable interest evinced In
the political field, there is an absence OF
much of the bitterness which has been
of former campaigns.
VoCE.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1896-08-26
ABOUT PEOPLE.

Mr.. Frasier Tuggle of Rock Hill, spent
Tuesday in Yorkville.
Mr.. w. 8. Creighton, Jr., of Rock Hill,
was in Yorkville Monday.
Mr.. G. Il. Spencer and daughter, Miss
Alice, have returned from Blowing Rock.
Miss Ella Lee of Due West, Is in York
vile visiting her sister, Mrs. Boyce II.
Grier.
visiting the family Of Sheriff z. A. Craw-
ford.
ing in Yorkville the guest Of Miss Annie
e. A. Trescott, ESQ.,, Of Blacksburg was
in Yorkville last Saturday on professional
business.
The ENQUIRER had pleasant call on
Monday from Mr.. B. f. Scoggins OF Hick-
Mr.. D. T. Woods visited the family OF
his brother, Mr.. Geo. E. Woods in Blacks
burg this week.
Prof P. L. Grier of Due West. spent
last Wednesday in Yorkville with his
brother, Rev. Boyce II. Grier.
Mr.. and Mrs. o. E. Grist visited the
family of Mr.. J. e. Carroll in the Sharon
neighborhood this week.
Mrs. Ada Falconer Of Charlottesville,
Va, is visiting her mother, MIS-. Cnar-
lotte Robertson in YOrkville.
Miss Mamie Wood Of Chester, is visiting
the family of her uncle, Mr.. Ernest B
Beard, in this place.
Miss Lillian Allison Of Kings Noun
tain is visiting in Yorkville, the guest OF
Mr.. J. w. Dobson's family.
DR.. James Crawford Of Rock Hill,
spent q few days this week with bis
fathers family, Sheriff E. A. Crawford,
and other relatives.
Rev'd John Kershaw, rector Of st.
MichaePs Church, Charleston, Is expect
ed in Yorkville this afternoon. he will
officiate in the Episcopal church on Sun
day next.
Mr.. Gilmore, father of Mrs. John L.
Rainey of Sharon, was stricken with apo
plexy at his home in Santuc, Union
county, last week, and is in critical con-
dition.
Mr.. Charles Ford, we'll known In York
vile, but who has been located in Char
lotte for several years, is again in York
vile with the Carolina Buggy company.
Miss Kate Moore, who has been at her
home in Yorkville for some weeks past,
returned on Tuesday to take her position
as saleslady with Messrs. A. Friedheim &
Bro. of Rock Hill.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1896-08-26

-Bourke Cochran predicts Bryan's de,
feat. Maybe so; but what does Cochran
know about it? The celebrated ex.
Tammany orator is the same man who,
in 1882, said that Cleveland was popular
every day in the week except on election
day. Cochran has the reputation of being
a great orator; but there is no doubt OF
the fact that he has a way of talking too
much with his mouth"
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1896-08-26
ELECTION GUEssEs.

THE ENQUIRER has received quite 9
number Of answers to the suggestion
made in our last issue with regard to cleo
ton guesses. At the time the suggestion
was made, it was our idea to defer the
publication Of fguesses until next Sstur.
day but we have since decided that they
will probably be read with more interest
in this issue, along with the returns from
the county. Several Of the guessers have
taken especial pains to inform us that
they have not necessarily guessed as they
intend to vote, and that though in some
cases their guesses represent their prefer
ence, in most cases their judgment has
taken precedence. The gueses are as
follows:
John l.. Thomasson, Yorkville-For
congress J. Strait for state senator
W. Norman Elder; house Of representa-
tives-W. B. deLoach, w. II. Edwards,
II. E. johnson, J. r. Witherspoon; for
sheriff.. r. Logan; for clerk-T. c.
Beckham for supervisor..E. r. Sapoch
for coroner-J. NJ. Brian for superinten-
dent of education-James Cansler; for
treasurer-H. A. D. Nicely; for auditor
w. G. Latimer, ville-For con-
gress-T. ]. Strait; state senate-W. 3.
Love; house-L. X, Armstrong, =. 81.
Epps, J. r. Witherspoon and 81. p.
Johnson or W. H. Edwards; sheriff..
A. Crawford; clerk-W. B. Wylie; su-
pervisor-T. G.. Culp; coroner-J. M.
Brian; supt. education-John A. Shur-
ley treasurer II. A. D. Nicely; auditor
second race between Williams and Wa
John M. Hope, Yorkville-Congress-
deHoaeh. 70 sil Epps, sps'e Johnson, Johnson Witherspoon
sheriff-togan clerk-Wylie; supervi-
sor-Culp; coroner-Brian supt. educa-
tion-Cansler; treasurer-Neely; audi
DIR. w. M. Walker, Yorkville- Congress
in county-D. E. Finley; state senator
w. N. Elder; house-deL Loach, Epps,
johnson, Witherspoon sheriff, Logan /;
clerk-Wylie; supervisor, Culp coro-
ner-Brian superintendent education
Shurley treasurer-H. A. ID. Nicely {;
auditor-Williams.
O.J. Gwinn, Olive-Congress-Finley; |;
state senator-W. B. Love; house-de
Loach, Edwards, johnson, Witherspoon
sheriff Crawford; clerk-Wylie; super
visor-Culp Coroner-Brian superin-
tendent ducation-Shurley; treasurer
Nicely auditor-Williams.
P. II. Burris, Observation-Disclosures
gress-Finley state senator-Elder {;
Rouse-deLoach, Epps, johnson, Saye; |;
clerk-Wyfie; treasurer-Neely audi
tor-Williams; sheriff-Crawford /; super
intendent education-Cansler; superyi-
sor-Sapoch; coroner-Brian trial JUS
tice, York township, Sandi fer.
Amos Revels, Connellsv!lle-Ccn-
gress-D. E. Finley state senatDr--W. b.
Love; house-deL Loach, Witherspoon,
Blair, Epps; clerIk;m,,Wylie; ire treasurer.
ford superintendent education n--Shurley.
coroner r-Clawson trial justice, York
ownship-Sandifer.
J. M. Starr, Yorkville-Congress-Fin-
ley; state senator-Elder; house--EPps
de Loach, johnson, Witherspoon ;clerk-l
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1896-08-26
THE MUSICAL PROGRAMME.

Mr.. w. Meek Faulkner, who has charge
of the music at the McGill reunion on
September 2, has kindly sent The EN-
oU1RER copy of the programme.
The programme is to be opened after
DR.. Boyce's address with Anthem 42O from
the "Ame,ican Tune Book" This will
be followed by No. 153. Then music OF
No. 124 to words Of No. 162. Next Nos.
16S, 176 and 20 from Bible Songs, and No.
166 from Psalm Anthem book.
The choir that is to do the singing Is
well in hand, and as already promised,
the musical feature of the occasion will be
great event.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1896-08-26
The atorkpille Gnqllirer.
YORKVILLE, 8. O.:
WEDNESDAY. AUGUST rs, 1896

Private John Allen of Mississippi, al
though wag, is no fool. His latest sage
saying contains world of sound sense.
Speaking of the probable success of free
silver, he remarked the other day {:
"We'n lick 'em if they do not buy u.s."
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1896-08-26

ing stick. Mr.. Leitch drew a pocket knife ;
but it was taken away from him. Major
Riddle continued to use the stick until 1t
was broken, and then the bystanders in
sisting that he had punished the evange-
list enough, he desisted.
After the difficulty was over, Major
Riddle Immediately informed the town
council, assumed responsibility for the
occurrence, requested that Mr.. Leitch be
not detained, paid a fine of $40 that was
imposed by the council, and went about
his business. According to the Ledger,
Major Riddles action is fully sustained
by public sentiment in Lancaster.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-02-15
DAUGHTERS OF COSFEDERACy.
Virginia Division Formed mt the
Meeting in charlottesville.

At the meeting Of the delegates from
the organized chapters Of the Daughters
Of the Confederacy. held at Mrs. James
Gafnetts. ~ the University Of Virginia
on Wednesday. II was unanimously de-
cided TO form Virginia division. There
We're eight chapters represented. The
meeting was called TO order and Oper&i
with prayer by Mrs +. Smith. of tie
University. Mrs. Davis presided. and
Mrs. j. Il. q. Stuart acted as recording
secretary. The votes Of the delegates
were unanimous for the organization OF
a division TO known by the name Of VIZ
ginia Divisions, Daughters Of the ConleGe-
racy.
The election of officers WIS proceeded
with. Mrs. }. f. b. Stuart and Ms.
James NJ. Garnett were nominated for
president; Mrs Stuart declining. Mrs.
Garnett was unanimously elected. Mrs.
Garnett was the organizer Of the Daugn-
tiers of the COnfeGeracy i'm Virginia. and
the Charlottesville Chapter heads the list.
Mrs. Stuart was elected first yice-presi-
dent. Mrs. General Long. Of Charlottes-
mond, were nominated for second vice
president, the latter getting the majority
OF the votes. Mrs. Lewis. Of Roanoke,
was made ~ rd vice-president; Nj
Turnbull, Of Newport News. recording
secretary. Mrs Meade. Of Petersburg in
spector, her duty being 70 report before
general meetings the number of chapters,
membership OF chapters, to see where
Oh pters can BE- formed. and help bv adj
Y cc all chapters IN the division Mrs.
Estes Of Tizentons was chosen trea-
surer. There was quite a discussion as
TO the election Il secretary. Mrs. Gar
nett. wishing honors divided among the
chapters. and the delegates thinking il
positively necessary that the secretary
should be IN easy communication with
the president. The after carried the
point, and Mrs. Davia Of Charlottesville,
was elected Mrs Frank Smith was
elected chaplain. and if not able to be
present at the meetings her place Is to
be filed by the president of the resident
CHAPTER.
The constitution being read. and each
section discussed. II was anrDted with
slight alterations. 10 be AMENDED, r. de-
sired by two thirds vote at the general
meeting In June. There was a discus
sion as 10 application anks, some of the
chapters deeming them positively neces-
sary. It was left to the discretion Of
each chapter. The next meeting will be
held In Richmond the day before the
Confederate reunion in June.
After the business was oyer Ms Ran
d1iph urged the ladies 10 remember
that the Confederate museum was open
in Richmond for the reception OF relics
loaned or given to thu confederate Me
mortal Literary Society who would see
that they were properly cared for, and con-
slider them a sacred trust if left In their
keeuiug
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-02-15
BOUND FOR CUBA !?
The Steamer Commodore LeaVsS VII
miD6tOl With Arms and Ammunition.
GREAT SECRECY ABOUT HER.
She IL Cheered by n Small Crowd
as She Departs, and Rcsponds to
The Compliment with Her Whis-
tie.

WILMINGTON, ". c., February IA
There Is a busy scene tonight on board
the steamer Commodore, the ship that
has created SO much interest in Cuban
and Spanish circles. At this hour Oil +.
NJ, she Is fired up, and everything Is
In readiness for her departure some time
during the night. She will carry only
the usual complement II men Tor crew,
and will be commanded by captain sam
uel Hughes, of the Hart-Line steamer
Laurada. Her machinery is working beau
tifully, under the management OF two OF
the finest marine engineers Of the country
one of them is Jeff Smith, 81 ms 60
who was chief engineer OF the. nOteu 49,,
vessel Nictheroy, which figured In the
Brazilian war.
The Commodore carries large ana
valuable cargo Of arms, ammunition, ana
stores. Her clearance papers from this
port indicate thaI she goes to Charits-
ton, but there Is a vague impression
that she may 20 elsewhere.
At Ills the steamer Commodore cast
loose IRON ner muOrihgs, backed out INTO
the river, and started on her Journey.
Owing - the late hour and the secrecy
maintained in regard L. her departure,
but a small crowd mad assembled TO see
her off These cheered her, though, ana
she returned the compliment by giving
three loud blasts from her whistle.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-02-15
The Scottish Rite Bnnuuef.

The Scottish Rite conventus closed last
night with the annual banquet which
was quite a brilliant affair 4 large num-
Der Of the fraternity were present. Dalcho
ConsistOry conferred the thrty-frst de-
gree In full form upon a large and inter-
ested class Of Intelligent candidates. after
which the banquet took place This was
presided oyer by Mr.. Samuel II. CrOwder.
thirty ncond degree. venerable master of
tho Lodge Of Perfection. The toast The
supreme Council" was responded TO by
lnspector-General John f. Mayer, thirty
third degree whose remarks were exceed
ingly appropriate and interesting. The
toast THE Grand Lodge Of Virginia" 70
which pr. Darlington. the Grand Score
tary Of TIE Grand Lodge made reply, IN
which he proposed a toast 10 thu memory
Of the late w. r.. Isaacs, which was drunk
in silence. President Cleveland was
toasted The response being made by
DR.. Edward II Baker THE Grand Chap
ter brought Grand Secretary James h.
Hanks. of Petersburg. to his feet and
The Grand COmmarfery' was respond
ed 10 by Grand Commander John T. Par
nam. also OF the Cock8le city Delight
full instrumental selections were rendered
during the evening by The Old Dominion
SeXtett-.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-02-15
THE STATE \. VI G. A.
Second Days ProceedinGs-Inter
ing Discussions.

NORFOLK, VA. February 1i.-(Spec al
The second days session Of the Young
Mems Christian Association State Con-
vention began at $3.50 o'clock this morn
Ing, the praise-service being opened with
Rev. T.. r. Dsrmun In the chair. The
regular exercises were opened at 10 o'clock
by Mr. W. G.. Dudley, OF Clifton Forge,
who called on Mr.. Mckee, Of Richmond,
70 pray. singing followed. and Mr.. j. j.
Hunt. Of Richmond College read a raper
on Test Of College Associations Life
and Efficiency"
The subject Of Methods that Reach
Railroad Men" was then cOns9 red, and
tho following papers. which were full Of
interesting and forceful points. were rea r
From Secretarys Standpoint" by ..
y. Eberhardt. OF Gladstone From an
Emp yee's Standpoint" by w. q. Dud-
ley o. Clifton Forge. The subject wac
then generally discussed by delegates.
GREETINGS.
The greetings n the convention were
sent TO Young Mems Christian AssQcia-
ton conventions in session in other States.
as follows: Co oradO. at Canon CITY:
Minnesota. II Rocho ster, and Ne Jersey,
at jersey city. The order OF the hour
was then taken Conversation: Hooks
OF Steel" IT was led by Mr.. c. r. Tow
son, General Secretary. Of Norfolk. This
subject embraced the ideas. How Members
are Gotten lnro the Association" and
How I hey Are Held" The next order
OF the hour was an address by Rev DR.
X. D. Nillingham, secretary of the For
eign Mission Board OF the Southern Bap-
ust Convention. on the subject. "The
Cali of the Ages" He made p endid
the command Go into all the world and
preach My Gospel" He was listened TO
throughout with Intense interest.
AFTERNOON SESSION.
The afternoon session was Of short
duration. Mr.. +. +. Stacey, State sacre-
tary. Of Indiana, read a paper on How
10 Secure and Hold the Interest Of Bust
neSs-Men.' II vas strong address.
Pastor &. \. Miller conducted the Bible
reading, after which the delegates at
tended conferences at several OF the
churches.
To-day about o'clock the delegates 10
ne convention were photographed i'm Il
CUP on the post-oflice steps. There was
tige number present. and the picture
was taken ov one Of the delega les
The evening exercises began p So'cock.
wnh Alr l. l. stacy pres ing. After
the opening sing and payer Mr..
stuart Hopkins sH4g a solo Then Mr.. r.
,. Brockman. college secretary of the
international Committee. delivered "A very
aDie address on, Among the COllege-Men
Of the World" The closing address of
the evening was delivered bv Rev T. T.
Dadmun vice Or. a Coke Smith. who
announced by wire that he was detained
al nome on account OF sickness