The Anderson intelligencer. [volume] (Anderson Court House, S.C.) 1860-1914, 1897-11-10
Williamson IteIas.

Nothing succeeds like success. Inc
oyster supper given by the Knights of
Pythias on Friday night was a decided
success from start to finish. The Knights
assembled at 730 and, for several hours,
entertained their invited guests in most
pleasant and enjoyable manner. And the
Knights know how to ente,tain and put
their visitors at ease. When it is heard
that Capt. NJ. A. Mahafey was chairman
OF the com mittee in charge Of tho supper,
no more need be said. For more than M
hour the wants Of the inner man were at
tended to, after which fruit and cigars were
passed and repassed and Jolly good time
was spent till the lateness OF the hour
made it necessary for all to depart, A few
words in regard to the toasts:
1st. "Knights of PSthias," Rev. Il. w.
Barber. The subject was we'll handled
and all who were Fortunate enough to be
present should profit by the thoughts ex-
pressed by Mr.. Barber.
2nd. Fair Women" and who could
come nearer doing the far sex justice than
the gallant Msj. Thos. II, RUSSELL who is
so we'll known all over Anderson County
for his love and admiration for women.
I would be delighted to dwell on the Ma
jor's remarks, but time forbids.
3,d. Secret Orders" Hon. Il. III, Prince.
Col. Prince is also well known all over
the County, and his rival in wit and repar-
tee would be hard to find.
4th "Williamston. past, present. aud fu-
ture," Capt. G. W. Sullivan. Capt. Sulli.
van is wide.awake business man. and the
desire uppermost in his heart is to SOS
Williamson grow and prosper.
9Th. "Oyster," Capt. M. A. Mahaffey.
It was found that Capt. Mahaffey was well
up on the oyster question. Mr.. Mahaffey
is also public spirited man and will do
ANYTHING for the rebuilding Of our progress.
sive little town.
9Th. "Muuicipal Government" DR.. B.
F. Brown. The applause which greeted
Major Brown attested the high esteem and
popularity in which he is held by her fel-
low ownsmen.
7th. Low price of Cotton" Mr.. H. Ma
hatfsy, Sr. Mr.. Mr.. Mahaffey wants to
see our farmers raise their own hog and
hominy.
Sth. Cotton Futures" Capt. T. A. Nc
Carley. Capt. McCarley replied in few
well chosen words, after which G.. II. Ma
hon gave some information in regard to
the cotton exchange.
9th. "Why young men should join the
X. of P )" Chancellor r. e Brown. The
yOuUS llleu Welc SifOh SoiAo 6oou oo'iSC
by Mr. Brown.
10th Insurance features of X. of p"
Mr.. G. X. Willis. Mr.. Willis presented
this subject well, giving figures to show
how cheap and reliable insurance OF this
kind is
l1lh "Fiahing," r. V. Acker, Esq and
who knows more about tais sport than
Squire Acker?
i2th. City Ordinance" Dr.. w. d.
Hiott. Reference in his talk to the repeal
OF the recent bicycle ordinance was follow
ed by round after round of applause.
18th. Colts" w. ". Griffin. Mr..
Griffin was brief in his remarks on the
subject be knew sc much about, the hour
getting late.
14th. Men," Prof. w. IT. Lander The
Professor was at his best on this occasion,
and for half an hour dlscoar on true
men and women. So ended this, one of
the most delightful occasions tn the his
tory of our town.
The Alumnae Association lecture course
committee opened this seasons entertain
nent last evening by Edward P. Elliott
presenting Hazel kirke." Visitors were
present from adjoining towns. and
crowded house greeted Mr.. Elliott. The
loud and continued applause bore witness
to the delight and appreciation of the cul-
tured audience. Space forbids detailed
account of this charming entertainment.
Suffice it to say, the thanks Of the entire
community are due the officers of the
Alumnae Association for 30 successfully
engineering 80 charming an entertainment,
and the next event of the season is eagerly
anticipated. XXX.