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The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1898-08-02

Donald. the British minister, has nc
cused Chang Of betraying China 10
Russia. and It 10 said that Chang has
threatened to demand the recall OF Mac
Donald.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1898-06-22
Fishing for Health.

When a man breaks down with that
dread disease, consumption, and recognizes
his condition, he starts out TO fish for
health He tries this thing and that thing.
He corsults this doctor and that doctor.
He INDUCES in all kinds of absurd athletic
exercises. He tries first one climate and
then another. He tries the rest cure and
the work cure. He grows steadily worse.
That is the story of most consunptives.
Finally, when the consuIn?tlve dies, the
doctor shrueS his shoulders and pronounCcS
consumption incurable. A thirty years
test of Dr. Picrce'S Golden Medical Dis
coverv has dcrnonstra;,H that Il cures oS
per cent Of all cases of consumption, Il
taken in the earlier stages OF the disease
before the lungs are too far wasted. In
consumptive there Is weaker spot than
even the lungs. That spot is the stomach.
A corsurptive never really begins to die
until his stomach gives out The "Goldcn
Medical Discovery not only braces up
the stomach, but acts directly on the
lungs, healing them ard driving ont all
impurities Honest medicine dealers will
not urge YOU TO take an inferior substitute.
II had very bad cough. also nightswcatS,
and was almost in my grave with consumption.
writes Mrs. Clara A. Mcintyre. Box ~: Ash
land Middlescx Co. Mass. A friend of mine
who had died with consumption came to me in
a dream and told ME 10 take DR.. Pierce's Golden
Medica! Discovery. and, thank the Lord, did
So BY the time had taken half OF the first
bottle felt much better kept on until had
taken three bottles. That was all needed l
got we'll aud strong again
Whenever constipation is one Of the COM
plicating causes Of disease. the most perfect
remedy is DR.. Picrce's Pleasant Pellets,
which are always effective, vet absolutely
mild and harmless. There never was any
remedy invented which can take their
place. They never gripe.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1898-06-22
OBITUARY.

Mrs. Jemima Josephine Bu1nette,
daughter of David J. Son and wife,
Martha Ann, was born July Is, 1862,
and departed this life May 19, 1898,
making her earthly pilgrimage 35
years, 10 months and 3 days.
She was dedicated to God in infancy
by the ordinance of baptism, and in
early life she ratified her baptismal
VOW by connecting herself to Cedar
Grove E. L church, in which faith
she remained faithful member until
death.
On May /, 1884, she was united il
marriage to John B. Burnette. This
union was blessed with six children,
five living and one dead. She leaves
an affectionate father and mother,
five brothers and four sisters, and
FIVE dear little children and sor
rowing husband to mourn her de
parture. Peace be to her ashes and
and rest to her immortal soul.
W. H. r.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1898-06-22
Cotton Blooms.

To the Editor of the Dispatch:
I send you enclosed two cotton
blooms, a red and a white, from
different portions of Green Mitchell's
(colored) farm. Says be had one last
Saturday 18th. Our cops are rather
backward from the cold spring and
dry weather. We have had refresh
ing showers within the last few days
and the crops are improving.
Our new railroad is running its
trains regularly every day, arriving
here late in the evening and leaving
here in the early morning, and seems
to be doing pretty good business.
Everything dull and quiet.
Yours truly, E. F. Strother.
Batesburg, S. c., June 20, 1898.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1898-06-22
Sure Death to Bed Bugs, Etc.

The Standard Liquid Insect De-
stroyer is A No. l Polish for Furni-
ture, Wonderful Disinfectant, safe,
sure and speedy. No insect de-
stroyer ever yet devised has so fully
and unquesticnably met the desired
requirement, that of certain destruc-
ton of Bed Bugs, Reaches, Ants,
&C., and also the most perfect ger
micide in the word. If you are suf-
fering with any of the insects try
this most wonderful Insect Destroyer
and be convinced Of its merit. It is
the most perfect insect destroyer in
the market. Invaluable to every
household. Sold under positive
guarantee. Price, IS cents, at the
Bazaar.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1898-06-22
Champion Shot Of the World.

Miss Annie Oakley writes; "My-
self and many of the Buffalo Bill
Wild West Co., having given Aliens
Foot-Esse, the powder to shake into
the shoes, most thorough trial, and
it does all if not more than you
claim 1t instantly takes the sting
out OF Corns and Bunions. Aliens
Foot, Ease is a certain cure for hot,
aching, nervous or sweating feet.
Sold by all Druggists and Shoe
Stores, 25c. Sample sent free. Ad-
dress Allen S. Olmsted, Leroy, n. Y.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1898-06-22
limo Jottines.
To the Edit, r of the Dispatch:

To the Edit, of the Dispatch:
Rain has fallen in abundance, and
The farmer wears happy smile as
he now views the prospects OF a
bountiful harvest lhis fall. Peaches
and blackberries are ripening plenti-
fully, and we don't care much what
the price of meat is while fruit lasts.
Rev. NJ. L. Banks, Jr., who went to
st. Matthews to recuperate from a
a spell of fever which he had recently,
returned Saturday looking much
better. Mrs. J. W. Hook is still con-
fined to her bed. Mrs. Mary Ann
Lorick is very sick. Mr.. I. II. Nun
amaker is on the sick list also.
Mr.. and Mrs. Godfrey Bouknight
visited their daughter, Mrs. Only, at
Peak, Saturday and Sunday.
MIR. F. H. Suber, who is taking a
course at Columbia Business College,
was home Sunday on visit.
MIR. R. E. Mathis, who has been
attending Wohord College, is home.
Sunday, the 18th inst, while MIR.
and Mrs. John Warner of our town
were away visiting your correspond
ent discovered fire that was prey
ing upon the fowl house and hen
coops of Mr.. Warner in near prox-
unity to his dwelling, which would
have consumed Mr.. Warmers entire
buildings, had it not been for the
timely work of our citizens. lndlca-
tions are that it caught from an ash
box.
Sunday the 10Th instant, between
II and / o'clock, during a thunder
and rain storm, lightning struck the
barn of Rev. N. S. Younginer, and it,
together with two other buildings,
were consumed by fire. The houses
contained two bales of cotton, about
fifty bushels Of oats, some harness,
saddles and other things. 1t was by
the strenuous efforts of neighbors and
friends that three other houses in
| the same barn yard were saved, to-
pether with their contents. II.
Irmo, S. c., June 20, 1898.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1898-06-22

Governor bad to stand or fail accord
in : to hi, defence of the Saln'Ia Sen
atOr's merriIese eXcoriatinn. 70 bis
credit be it saia that he r'p;Lsd the
accusations with vigor. I dare Wat
son, said he. 10 furnish one sclcntalla
of proof that | ever made political
deal. II bis baseless charges were
true I ought to be kicked out Ct
office, but the man who robs another
of*his good name is worse than the
thief who steals his horse from the
locked stable. Aye, he is unworthy
of the name of man or gentleman
and is no gentleman.
1t is absolutely false that I went
into contract with Charleston. [
told them that whenever they gave
ME assurances that they would en-
force the law I would remove the
metropolitan police. I made that
statement publicly, but [ never
promised any man that I would un-
conditionally removeit:
I had more appointments than
any other Governor had to make, but
for every friend I made I gained a
dozen enemies, yet some Of these
political pirates have tried to mis-
represent me by saying that I traded
appointments for popularity. You
may defeat me, but no man under
heaven shall misrepresent me to the
people. I intend to run the govern
ment without fear or favor and not
according to the dictates Of bob tailed
poliIi ians."
The governors defence was round
ly applauded, and his speech ended
the meeting.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1898-06-22
Dots from Cedar Creek.

To the Editor of the Dispatch:
Itis with much pleasure that I
send the dear old Dispatch the fol-
lowing items FROM my section:
Mr.. J. G. Fort is running quite a
large turpentine farm on the creek,
and apparently is doing good busi-
ness. I wish him success.
It has been very dry down here,
but refreshing showers and reviving
rains have cooled the atmosphere
and given drink to parched vegeta-
ton.
Crops are about medium and an
average one will be harvested.
Mr.. Simon Lucas and Miss Mary
Berry were married on the 5th of
June.
MIR. j. W. Scofill has made fine
wheat crop.
Mr.. Henry G. Scofill has the finest
piece of cotton in this section. He
had cotton blooms on the 18th OF
June. His crop was planted in
March.
Mr.. Editor, you must come down
and visit the champion cotton grower.
We will be glad to see you at any
time and will make you welcome.
hope to be able to give you more
news next time.
A. z. s.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1898-06-22
Scoundrels at Work.
Spies Destroy a Portion Of Powder
Works.-One of Them Injured
and Taken into custody.

and Taken into custody.
Cincinnati, June 2O.-The finish
ing department of the King Powder
Company, in Warren county, was
destroyed last night in manner lead
ing to the belief that it was the work
of the enemies of the government.
The building, in which was stored a
quantity of smokeless powder, had
evidently been fired on by two men
near midnight, one Of whom was
badly burned and had been ap-
parently dragged away from the
burning building by his companion.
Smokeless powder in the condition it
was in this department does not ex.
p!ode like ordinary powder with a
flash, but breaks into a bright light
and burns for some time. The great
light attracted citizens and some Of
these met stranger going to South
Lebanon. Heis apparently foreign
er, but was so badly injured that he
can scarcely talk. This company has
a contract to supply the government,
and this is thought to be the reason
for the destruction attempted.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1898-06-22
FOR COUNTY SUPERINTENDENT
OF EDUCATION.

Knowing the competency of DR.. c. E.
LEAF HART tor the position and appre-
ciating the interest which he has always
shown in the education of the masses, we
hereby nominate him as candidate for
the Office of County Superintendent of
Education, and pledge him to abide the
result of the primary election.
Many Friends.
Familiarity with the working of the school
room and college, first as student and after
graduation. several years experience as a
teacher gives Prof w. Z. DENT a
knowledge emmirently qualifying him to
successfully discharge the duties of County
Superintendent of Education. Heis, there
fore respectfully presented to the voters Of
Lexington county as candidate for this
Office subject TO the result of the primary.
by his FRIENDS.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1898-06-22

Chamberlain's Pain Balm has no
equal as household liniment. It is
the best remedy known for rheuma-
tism, lame back, neuralgia; while for
sprains, cuts, bruises, burns, scalds
and sore throat, it is invaluable.
Wertz & Pike, merchants, Fernadina,
Fla, write: Everyone who buys
bottle of Chamberlaip's Remedies,
comes back and says it is the best
medicine he has ever used" 25 and
50 cents per bottle at J. E. Kauf-
mann's drug store.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1898-06-22
News from Along Bread River.
To the Editor of the Dispatch:

The long dry spell is broken and
copious showers have revived the
the dropping crops, as we'll as the
hopes of the people.
Threshermen are On the road pre-
pairing wheat for the miller who are
kept busy grinding. Wheat is not
generally as good as last year, but
some few crops are very fine. Mr..
Will Eleazer sowed a fraction over
two bushels and thrashed ffty-six
and one-half. The oat crop is un-
usually good.
Rev. Mr.. Banks has improved in
health, but is not yet able to preach.
Rev. Mr.. Younginer filed his ap.
pointment at Shady Grove last Sun
day. We have had several cases of
typhoid fever but am glad to be able
to say that all are Oh the road to
recovery. A new case of small pox
developed few days ago, the victim
is colored woman.
Mrs. E. G. HaltiwaDger of Edge
fed, is visiting relatives at Selma.
MIR. A. Frank Lever of Washing
ton, D. c., is on a visit to bis father, S
home, near Wallaceville.
We hope that the free ferry on
Saluda river will soon be established,
as it is hard on our people to have to
pay for the privilege of visiting the
county seat. Other public improve
ments are badly needed, one of which
will be mentioned in my next.
c.. J.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1898-06-22

Through a petition signed by his
comrades and by the exertions of Sen
stors Tillman and McLaurip, the
charge of desertion was withdrawn
against Sheenan, the man who left
camp Ellerbe after being mustered in
the United States army as volunteer,
and went back home. He has re-
turned to his command at Chicka-
maugh.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1898-06-22
FOR COUNTY AUDITOR

knowing the ability of MARION D:
HARMAN, his many friends from Broad
River Township, hereby announce him as
candidate for re. election as Auditor, the
duties of which cti:e be has so faithfully
performed, suhicc. to the action OF the
prin a-y.
PAUL E. EUT.rO. Of Swansea, is hereby
announced as candidate for the office OF
County Auditor. ard is pledged to abide
the result of the primary election.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1898-06-22
Once Tried, Always Used.

II we sell one bottle of Chamber
lain's Cough Remedy, we seldom fail
to sell the same person more, when
it is again needed. Indeed, it has
become the family medicine Of this
town, for coughs and colds, and we
recommend it because of it's estab-
lished merits-Jos. E. Harmed, Prop.
Oakland Pharmacy, Oakland, Md.
Sold by J. E. Kaufman.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1898-06-22
Barbecue.

WE WILL FURNISH A FIRST
w class Barbecue aud refreshments on
Saturday, July 2. 1898, at the residence OF
". 7. Weed. near Irmo. Candidates and
tie public generally are cordially invited
Speaking, music, dancing, and good
dinner will be enjoyed by those who attend.
Dinner charges ; U and 81 cents.
F. 4 WEED.
W. r. WEED.
June G, 1905 5w34.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1898-06-22
Barbecue.

r WILL FURNISH A BARBECUE AND
| refreshments on Second Saturday IN
July, being the 9;h day, at my old stand:
near WySe's Ferry. The best of meats and
hash ana everything to make an excellent
dinner will be prepared. Every body IS
invited to attend. A stand will be erected
for all candidates who desire to speak.
Charges moderate.
LEVI LOWMAN.
June IS, 1898 -4w3i
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1898-06-22
THE CAMPAIGN.

ia SS4AS SasSS.
The State campaign opened at
Orangeburg last Wednesday with
five entries in the gubernatorial race.
The other State officers were repre-
sented by numerous candidates and
their ranks have been greatly aug
mented since that meeting.
The reports from the meetings so
far held indicate that they were but
slimly attended. The people, if we
are to believe the reports, are taking
no interest in them whatever, pre-
fering to 'plow on" leaving the man.
agement OF State government to the
tender mercies of the sbrewd polits-
clans. Various reasons are assigned
to account for this seeming indlf-
ference and apathy on the part OF the
people; but newspaper men and
politicians may theorize in their ef-
forts to explain the cause, yeta house
to house campaign in the several
counties will show that the average
voter is taking a lively interest in
State politics and is we'll informed
upon all the issues which will come
before him at the August primary.
He is simply doing his own thinking
and saying nothing at present.
The two leading issues so far dis
cussed are the liquor problem and
Governor Ellerbe's record; but as the
people have time and again decided
in favor Of the dispensary system
and will Enthusiastically put the seal
of their commentator on the record
in the primary, they nay be consid-
cred as settled beyond peradventure.
We had hoped that this campaign
would be free from the bitterness Of
personal attacks which characterized
and disgraced former campaigns in
this State during recent years, and
that it would be pitched upon the
high plane of political education; but
from the report of recent meetings,
It seems that such is not to be the
case and that it will only be repi-
ton of former ones in which the
more violent one candidate could
abuse and vilify another..one the more
popular he thought he became with
the populace. This may be the case
with the rowdy element, but it is GER
tainly not so with the great mass OF
our people who desire to see political
campaigns conducted in a decorous
and orderly manner, and the political
issues, which, as good and true citi-
zens, they have an abiding interest,
be fairly and honestly discussed.
It appears that at least three of the
aspirants for gubernatorial honors,
have forgotten, or ignored, the issues
and are jumping on Governor Ellerbe
rough shod and without just cause.
They have brought the batteries of
jealousy to bear upon the character
of the Governor and are hurling
their venom stepped darts Of un-
supported charges at him. The
Governor is having the same fight.
to make that Senator McLaurin
made last summer, but we are fully
persuaded that he, like McLaurin,
will be upheld by the people and
will be triumphantly reelected, be-
cause he stands upon the eternal
rocks Of truth, justice, competency
and fitness.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1898-06-22

WE WILL GIVE A FIRST CLASS
w barbecue at / exirgton. on Cam
paign Day, Friday, August 2G:h. All the
candidates for State ctfices will be present
TO address the people The meals vii! be
ezcellentlv cooked by one OF the best cuists
in the county and the refreshments will be
first class il every particular. Charges
moderate. Everybody come.
p. H. CORLEY.
S. II. HARMAN.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1898-06-22
FOR THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTA-
TIVES.

Being better fitted by two years experi-
ence in the Legislature, d. F. EFIkD is
hereby announced candidate for re-elec-
ton, subject to the action of the Demo-
cratic primary.
thereby announce myself a candidate
for the House OF Representatives in the
ensuing primary election. and pledge my
self to abide the result Of said election.
w. H. SHARPE.
E. L. ASBILL is hereby announced a
candidate for the Legislature and is pledged
to abide the result Of the Democratic
primary.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1898-06-22
LADIES READY Made CLOTHING DEPARTMENT.
SILKS, CLOTHING AND HATS.

so Silk Waist Patterns in the new
plaids, one of a kind.
We carry the different weaves OF
Regatta Silk, every yard guaran-
teed.
Our spring stock of Clothing is
now complete-new designs, new
patterns.
100 Fine Cashmere Suits at S. %.
100 Fine Cashmere Suits at $500.
A complete line of French Worsted
at $1,000 suit.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1898-06-22
Land for Sale.

WE OFFER AT PRIVATE SALE
w the following land:
Home tract, 22j acres, ebont two Eorse
farm opened On the place is fire water
power with dam already bniit. l. has two
settlements, good tarmng lands
Tract No. 2.-197 acres about 10 acres
woods land with new dwelling and reces-
sary cut buildings: open lard enough for
two lorseS.
Tract NO. 3-l79 acres, all tinber and
well watered.
The above lind is located about two
miles from Swansea. Terms reasonable.
Apply to either
SAML. HARSEY.
}. ZEB HUrrO.
Swansea, S G.
April 2l, lS9S-tf
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1898-06-22
Lock- A Sti.ch in Tire

Sa"es niue. Hughes Tonic tnew improved.
taste pleasantly. taken in early Spring and
Fall prevents Cnills, Dengue ahu M"iarl Il
Fcvtrs Acts en- :ht liver toGts Up the
system. Better than Qninine. Guaranteed,
Try il. At drussi.ts. oUc. and 9l.UO.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1898-06-22

A new line of Dress Suits for evening
wear.
so Negligee Shirts without collars,
the fashionable garment for this
season of the year, SOC. each.
Laundried Negligee Shirts at S1.OO.
Finer goods at sl.25 and $3.50.
Spring shapes in Hats now ready.
John B. Stetson's and other cele-
brated makers.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1898-06-22
Barbecue at Brook|and.

WE WILL FURNISH A FIRST
w class barbecue with refreshments, al
B-ooklard on Saturday, July the I'd, 1898.
Prices Tor dinner SO and . cents Special
rates to !amilys. No pains will be spared
to make the day enjoyable and pleasant.
TAYLOR & co.
June II, 1SG9-3wG3
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1898-06-22
Notice.

ALL PERSONS HAVING CLAIMS
n against the comfy are hereby
uo;if d to file the same with the Clerk OF
the 3 BJard OF County Commissioners on or
before tn" first day Of July n xt pIr2perl
itemized aid sH orn to. The members OF
the Board are notified to meet At The rSua'
place on The Fir.t Monday in July naxt, at
10 O'Clock q. m.
L. J. Ian iFGRO.
Supervisor.
F. E. DREHER, Clerk.
June Is. l39s.--;%"3
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1898-06-22
FOR CONGRESS.

CONGRESSMAN J. WM. STOKES is
hereby announced as a candidate for re
election to Congress from this. the Seventh
District, subject to the action OF the Dem
ocratic primary.
hereby announce myself a candidate
for Representative in Congress from the
Seventh Congressional District. subject to
the primary rules Very sincerely.
THOMAS F. BRANTLEI.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1898-06-22
FOR EAGISTRATE.

Knowing that Mr. S o. HAMMER is
fully competent to discharge the duties OF
Magistrate and that. if elected, wo1ld fill
the Office with credit to himself and TO the
satisfaction of the people, we announce
him as a candidate and ask the cansldera
ton of the voters of Lexington and Hollow
Creek townships We pledge him to abide
the result of the primary election:
Friends.
Mr.. GEORGE SAWYER. the present
incumbent, is respectfully announced as a
candidate for reelection to the Office OF
Magistrate for the Second Magister al Dis
trict embracing the townships Of Lexington
and Hollow Creek.
A Friend.
We hereby present the name of I. W.
JEFCOAT as a candidate for Magistrate for
the townships OF Sandy Run and Bull
Swamp, subject TO the Democratic primary.
Many Friends.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1898-06-22
FOR COUNTY SUPERVISOR

knowing the ability and falthfulness OF
Mr.. MARION DERRICK, we hereby an
nonnce him AS d candidate for the office of
County Supervisor of Lexington county,
and pledge him to abide the result OF the
Democratic primary election.
Many Friends.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1898-06-22
Barbecue,

r WILL GIVE 4 FIRST CLASS BAR
i becue with refreshments. d. my place,
on the toulth Saturday in JnIy. being the
z3l day. Prices 50 cents for Men auu Z5
cents TOR ladies. Dancing aud other eli.
jo, ments Will be provided. Candidates
and everybody are expected.
d. II. bRAFTS.
June !, 1898 -Sw3G
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1898-06-22
FOR JUDGE OF PROBATE.

The many friends Of GEORGE s.
DRAFTS hereby announce him candidate
for Probate Judge for Lexington county
and pleGge him to support the nominees Of
the Democratic primaries.