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The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1900-05-16
Exhibition Of Ora High School.

The closing exercises OF the Ora
school took place Friday night, ith
For some time Miss Scott, the prin-
cipal, has been dcvoting time to
this feature Of the school, although 1t
was not definitely known whom the
school would close. This delightful oc-
casion took place in Thompson Hall ,on
account OF the seating capacity and
other convcniences.
1t would have been pleasure to any
one Just to have seen the beautiful and
artistically arranged stage with its
profusion of flowers and beautiful trim
mings, even if not anticipating the
treat in store.
After we had Toasted our eyes on such
splondor Of fastidious tlowery dccora-
tion and had given some provision to
the ease and convenience Of the large
and anticipating audiences, Mr..
Blakely, in 4 very courteous address,
announced that the time had arrived
for the exercises to begin.
1t would be futile for me to attempt
an elaborate description of the taste
fully arranged program. Only those
present are able to conceive the design.
Suffice 1T to say that although all tastes
may have had representatives. there,
none went away with Il disconsolate
mind. Enough would it have been
just TO notice the expressions on the
faces Of the whole audience. When the
ludicrous was being acted it never went
without responsive appreciation, W hen
the stern realization OF lie was being
vividly pres anted, all were eagerly at
tcntivc and the touching addresses of
two or more plays bordering the clos
ing scenes of life never failed to bring
even the most lnConSiderate to solemn
reflections.
All the way through the emotions of
the audience were completely ut the
mercy Of the amateur comedians. Wit,
puns, humor and sarcasm kept the
laughter going. Not too much Of any
style to be monotonous, and yet enough
to be highly gratifying, enough to
comprehend and entertain all tastes
and not too much to any one. All were
tastctuliy dressed in gorgeous attire.
The universal criticism was, at could
not have been better.
Mrs. s. j. Siakeiy added greatly to
the pleasure Of the audience by her
beautiful singing and orphic music.
Miss Scott has just completed her
first term as principal of the Ora
school and while here has certainly
won the respect and confidence of all
who know her. 1t is the unanimous de-
sire Of the pupils and patrons that she
will be their teacher for next term.
The trustees will make an effort to
that effect too, ana then we hear of
two young mcn) who, too, are making
efforts to induce her to become CON
tented here. The writer joins the COM
munity in their efforts and wishes that
she may long be principal of the Ora
Academy.
Miss Scott is native Of Florida but
expects to remain at Ora until the
opening of The Winthrop Teachers
Institute, which she intends to attend
and from there she expects to return
home. May she nave many pleasant
occasions equal to last Friday night.
Y
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1900-05-16
Tie Tenth of MAY.

The 10th Of May vas observed as
Memorial day in Laurcns, as in other
parts OF the State and the program on
last Thursday, if more simple than
usual, was very beautiful. The Daugh-
ters of the Confcderacy, Sons Of Vetc-
rams, veterans Of Camp Darlington, u.
G. V. and many children met at the
Court House at six o'clock and pro-
ceeded in body to the cemetery,
where brief exercises were held, Col.
Il. b. Crews presiding. Rev. Robert
Adams made the opening prayer and
Judge o. q. Thompson read the honor
roll of the dead heroes who went to
the battlefield from Laurcns. Mr.. John
M. E1udgcns followed Judge Thompson
with few appropriate remarks, after
which the children under the leader
ship OF Mrs. John f. Bolt decorated
the graves. The tloral offerings were
profusc and some OF them very hand
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1900-05-16
The Jones High School.

the Saluda in hbbCvillc. The COM
menccmcnt exercises occur the 18th
inst, (ncXt Friday.) They will be
most entertaining. State Superin-
tendent Of Education, j. j. McMahan,
Speaker Of the House, Hon. +. b. Gary,
of Abbcvilc, and Rev. d. Y. Bon
ner will deliver addresses. Due West
Brass band will discourse the music
There will be base ball in the after
noon. 1t will be delightful to 90. Dr..
Willie II. Jones sends the Editor cor
dial invitation to be present, but he is
afraid he must miss this most charm
ing occasion.
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1900-05-16
Who Are Going to Louisville!

All veterans OF LaurenS County who
anticipate attending the reunion of
the United Confederate Veterans, to
be held at Louisville Ky, May 30, 81,
June !, 2,3 should Immediately send
their names to Col. b. W. Ball, com
mandng the several Camps of the
County. 1t is altogether essential to
ascertain the number who intend go
ing, so that transportation may be ar
ranged for them
The Railroad authorities have agreed
to send a special car to this place, pro-
vided as many as thirty persons can be
assured. In case this number can be
guaranteed, the railroad fare for the
round trip will be $l0G5, otherwise
the fare will be one cent mile each
way, which would be something more
than the amount stated.
The proposed reduced railroad rates
are not confined exclusively to yeter-
ans, but apply to any member of vet
Grams family, or to any one not a vet-
eran.
Should the requisite number (thirty)
be secured, the special coach will run
through to Louisville without change.
Adjutant General Moorman, Of the
United Confederate Veterans, SAYS
preparations are being made at Louis
Vile for the grandest reunion ever yet
held. So let all go who can, and those
who contemplate going should send
their names at once to Col. Ball.
II. b. CREWS,
Commander Camp Darlington, L CIV.
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1900-05-16
OBITUARY,

p Mrs. Mamie j. Compton, the daugh-
tier OF Mr.. and Mrs. John Workman was
3b0rn in Laurens county 5. c., August
$R2nd 1865 and died after brief illness
|&An Petersburg, Va April 18th, 1900. In
Party life she joined the Rocky Springs
#'resby yterian church. She married
'zMr. Robt. w. Compton Nov. 7, 1889
Mpnd to them God gave four children,
bne Of which he has already taken to
'k4Niclds, to which she and her husband
Yhad moved their membership. Be.
9cause she was always patient and
&checrful and accomplishing no one
3rcally knew how much she suffered in
3hcr sickness.
3 She was IL consistent mcmber OF the
Rchurch in her life and therefore stead
Vast and hopeful in her death May
!8Iod's grace be always sufficient for
those whom he has bereaved by this
l4providehcc.
A FRIEND
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1900-05-16
HOM'S ThiSl

We offer One Hundred Dollars Re-
ward for any case OF Catarrh that can
not be cured by Hairs Catarrh Cure.
+. j. CHENEY d Co., Props,
Toledo, o.
We, the undersigned, have known
f. j. Cheney for the last fifteen years,
end believe him perfectly honorable in
AL bueiness transactions and finan-
cially able TO carry out any obligations
made by their firm.
West 81 Truax, Wholesale Drug
gists, Toledo, o.
Walding, Kinnan q Marvin, Whole
sale Druggists, Toledo, O..
Hall Catarrh Cure is taken inter-
nally, acting directly upon the blood
and mucous surfaces Of the system
Price Is cents per bottle. Sold by all
Druggists. Testimonials free.
Halls Family Pills are the best.
New line of beautiful val. faces and
Insertions at o. B. Simmons.
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1900-05-16
Mr.. George Is. Poole.

This good citizen died at his home in
this city on the Sth instant after a
protracted illness, aged siXty-one
years. His remains were buried at
Langston's church, where he held his
membership in the Baptist church. He
leaves a widow and three sons and was
brother OF DR.. Poole, Of this city and
Mr.. NJ. b. Poole, of the Enoree. He
was veteran and after the war dill
gently pursued the arts Of peace, man
Of extraordinary energy and faithful
to his friends
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1900-05-16
DR.. A, u, Montague tO Lecture.

DR.. y. II, Montague, the distinguish
ed educator and President of Furman
University, will deliver an address at
New Prospect Baptist Church ON Sun
day May the 9th, at II o'clock ON
Christian Education
DR.. Montague is one of the most ac-
c0mpliShcd scholars in the State. and
all who can should be sure to hear him.
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1900-05-16
Beautiful Wedding at Princeton.

Miss Sophronia MaChon, the accom-
pliShed daughter of Col. j. y. Machen,
OF Princeton, was married at the home
OF her father, at six o'clock on We'd
nesday afternoon last to Mr.. A. j.
Monroe, prominent young planter Of
Princeton. Rev. j. A. Martin, of the
Baptist church oficiatcd. Mr.. and Mrs.
Il, a. Cooper of this city, relatives Of
the bride were present at the wedding
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1900-05-16
4 Good Shot.

mad dog went to the home of Mr..
j. II. Thomas on Saturday morning
last and bit two Of Mr.. Thomas's dogs
one very fine bird dog, Miss Matte
Thomas, who had witnessed the attack
upon the yard pets, secured her broth
cr'5 33-caliber Remington rifle and
killed the maddOg ut a distance of IS
yards. The animal was making his re-
treat at full speed when shot.-Union
Progress.
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1900-05-16
JOah Lawrence MauIdeu.

This noble citizen of Anderson, uni
versally respected and beloved wher-
ever known is dead after long illness.
He entered the Confederate service at
fifteen years Of age, was q brave SOL
dier Of the Hampton Legion, and
stacked his arms AT Appomattox. Com
rades, drop tear at the bier of this
true and noble hearted comrade of 4
lost cauSp
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1900-05-16

A correspondent of the News and
Courier in speaking of the proceed
ings Of tho Southern Baptist Conven-
tion in session at Hot Springs says:
"The Rev. j. D. Pitts, Of Laurens, is
chairman Of an important convention
~
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1900-05-16
Admitted TO the Bar.

Young Mr.. b. Il. Morrison, of Abbc-
Vile, who will be remembered as Il
student in the Office of Ball, Simkins IL
Ball, was enrolled as an Attorney at
Law, after examination before the SUI
prcmc Court on Friday last.
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1900-05-16
Commander Camp Darlington, U G.
Col. Williams Declines.

Mr.. Editor: Please allow me through
The ADVERTISER to thank my friends
who have so kindly urged me to become
n candidate for the State Senate fear
| will not be physically able to canvass
The county, as | suppose all candidates
for Office will be expected to do, there
fore | must respectfully decline the
pr0ifcred honor and say that | am not a
candidate.
Respectfully,
JOHN G.. WILLIAMS,
Gross HILL
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1900-05-16
Coming Events in Laurons.

County Summer School, June llth.
The State superintendent has ar
ranged two courses one in arithmetic,
Geography and English, another i'm Al
gebra, History and English. There
may be schools in drawing. School to
last four weeks for public school teach
ers.
Lithia Springs, beginning Monday eve
ming July 22nd.
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1900-05-16
Laurens Furman Boys.

Saturday night at the election of
officers of Philosophian Society for
the fall term the following were
chosen: G. w. Cunningham, Record
ing Secretary; A. b. Langston, Treasu-
rer; w. i. Abercrombia, Sergeant at
Arms
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1900-05-16
Death of a Former Laurens Lady.

The death Of Mrs. Lilly Stokes, wife
Of Mr.. A. II. Stokes, OF Greenvllle, oc-
Cured at Grcenville yesterday, after q
long illness. She was daughter Of
the late DR.. ID. a. Richardson, Of this
county and sister OF Mrs. A. Huff, Of
this city.
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1900-05-16

Rev. WA. NJ. Plaxco passed through
the city Monday on his way to his
home in Clinton. He had been to
Lower Long Cain assisting Rev. II.
+. Bradley at communion service 49,
\ bbcYjllC Medium,
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1900-05-16
Col, John q. Williams.

The many admirers of Col. John G..
Williams in Laurens county will re-
greet to see his declination to be can
ddate for the Senate, in this issue
and especially that he is driven to this
course by his health.
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1900-05-16
May 18th 1900.

We wish to call your attention to our
Royal Felt Mattress ss-something that
you will need these hot nights. We
sell them with this guaranteo-thet af-
ter Won have given it thirty nights
trial and you are not satisfied send 1t
back and we will cheerfully refund you
your money. Price $3.50 delivered.
5. Nj. 81 Il. III. Wilkes 81 Co.
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1900-05-16

Warm weather is next to us now. 1t
Is time TO get next to our summer un-
derwcar.
Half Il mans comfOrtin summon lies
in the shirt he wears. We have negli-
gee that are cool, neat and stylish.
Davis, Roper Il Co.
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1900-05-16

lsl. .----s
The j. W. Copeland Company will
begin the building Of their handsome
brick block within month.
Mr.. j. p. Pcarson's handsome new
dwelling is nearing completion and is
going to be an namcn.
Quite Soodly number of buildings
are in course Of erection about town
ana others are under contemplation
The sound OF the mechanics hammer
and saw can be heard in every dircc-
tion and "thc half has never yet been
told"
Mr.. J. ~. ID. Young brought in
three bushels Of nice Strawberries Tues.
day, while Uncle Pink and Laurcas
Blakcly are in almost daily with the
luscious fruit. Clinton Gazette
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1900-05-16
4 Single Fact

Is worth q shiplnad of argument."
What shall be said, then, of thousands
of facts? Every cure by Hoods Sarsa-
parilla is fact presenting the strong
est possible evidence Of the merit Of
this medicine. Thousands and thou
sands OF such facts prove that Hood
Sarsaparilla viii cure all diseases
caused Or promoted by impure blood.
1t is the best medicine money can buy.
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1900-05-16

Again we wish TO call your attention
20 our mammoth 10 cents counter. Call
in and see 1t.
S. NJ. & r.. ". Wilkes & Co.
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1900-05-16

For SALE OR RENT Home, d rooms
and kitchen, newly repaired inside and
out, known as the chill Property" on
Academy Street, near the Irby Spring.
w. w. BALL.
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1900-05-16
What do you Think Of the War Qucs
tiOnl

To decide one has to weigh both
sides OF the question and see il the
strong is not imposing upon the weak,
or the weak force the difficulty upon
themselves. Such is the case with the
potato bug. If in time of peace, you
have failed to prepare for the war,
come and get your Paris Green. Also,
while amusing yourself with Paris
Green don't forget the little house fly
and get your Insect Powder.
Palmetto Drug Co.
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1900-05-16

Mis-. Adams has reduced al hats and
flowers, so now is your chance for
summer hats
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1900-05-16
Sullivan and Hunter Institute.

The public is respectfully invited to
attend a basket picnic Of the Sullivan
and Hunter Institute at Tumbling
Shoals on May 25th inst.
Several prominent speakers are ex.
pectcd to be present.
Committee.
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1900-05-16

No. Alb Nosula Dinner Sets contains
100 pieces very handsomely decorated,
stippied gold, Worth $il50. We sell
it for $l0.50. Freight paid.
$. NJ. Il II. II. Wilkes & Co.
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1900-05-16

The College is fortunate in securing
Rev. John ID Chalmers, d. ID pastor
Of the lst a. Il. Presbyterian church,
Charlotte, n. G., TO preach the bac-
calaurcatc sermon before the Senior
Class on Sunday, June 3"d.-GIinton
Gazette
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1900-05-16

Big line ofchildren's slippers to close
out.
.. B. Simmons.
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1900-05-16

The handsOmcst line of Chamber
Sets on hand that was ever brought TO
Laurcns from $3.50 to SlG50.
S. NJ. Il f.. II. Wilkes & Co.
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1900-05-16

Beautiful polka dots p. KS at 12t.
Q. b. Simmons.
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1900-05-16

Indigestion, nausea are cured by
Hoods Pills.
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1900-05-16

See the latest in neckwear-large
English squares Just received at
Davis, Roper & Co.
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1900-05-16

Where quality and low prices count
we get the trade.
Davis, Roper q Go.
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1900-05-16

For Salc.-A lot Of machinery, and
house and lot for sale at Gray Court
Price and terms easy.
w. B. PUTNAM.
Gray Court, S. G.
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1900-05-16

Mrs. Adams has a new lot OF pretty
sailors In at all prices.
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1900-05-16

New line Of beautiful val. Iaces and
Insertions at o. B. Simmons.
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1900-05-16

The attendance at the Prohibition
Convention on Saturday was fair.
Robert Abercrombie, Rev. j. B. Par
rot and c. G. FcathcrStonc wore chosen
as delegates: Rev. j. NJ. Friday, DR.. \.
G. Fuller and j. a. Putnam altcrnatcS.
a resolution was adopted as the sense
of the meeting that the state cOnvcn-
tion should name no candidates except
for Governor and Lieutenant Governor.
Another resolution that the state Dem
ocratic Convention be requested to al
low an election at the Democratic
Primary upon the matter of each
county having on not having ii dispcn'
sary i'm the county.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1900-03-02

Dick sent in his demand and Governor
Nash Immediately capitulated, throw
ing down an old friend in order to graft
fly the wishes of the right-hand man of
BOSS" Hanna.
For many years Captain Wagner was
not the political friend of Gen. Dick.
He was a Foraker mainstay in this
county. His conversion to the Hanna
belief is of recent date. His appoint
ment indicates a termination of the long
fight in this county between the Hanna
and Foraker forces. However, there
are still many Republicans who will
not march to the music of the Hanna
Dick band. In Stark county the same
appointment has opened up a new mine
of discord. Captain Kuhns and the
friends of Mr.. Whiting have a score to
settle. They will await their time, but
when it comes they will be vigorous in
their efforts to secure redress.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1900-03-02
SheriHf's Sales.

The sheriff has received orders to sell
a number of properties of Stark county
people who are in financial troubles.
The Vesseriat farm of 1876 acres near
Maxine occupied by Michael Siegfried,
is to be sold to satisfy claim of $424
owed to Joseph Vesseriat. The farm
has been appraised at $42 an acre.
Lots 6545 and 6546 in the city of Can
ton, owned by Eli Miller, are to be sold
on a judgment in favor of John j. Mau-
dru for 1910.
In the partition proceedings of Charles
Slower against Flavius Slower ct al,
the east half of the north half of lot 1921
in the city of Canton is to De placed un-
der the hammer.
In the partition proceedings of Clara
Schaufele against John Schaufele, adj
ministrator ct al, lots 1868 and 1866 on
Dunbar street are to be sold.
The thirty acre farm of Eli B. Darr,
IN Plain township, is to be sold on a
judgment in favor of William II. Greer,
for $1,721.75.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1900-03-02
PROJECT ABANDONED
For the Formation of a New
Company of the Eighth Ohio
In This City.

The project of forming a new COM
pany among the local soldier boys has
been abandoned by Lieutenant Burson
and Captain Wiedman. 1t is stated that
the boys did not take sufficient interest
in the forming of the new company,
although quite a large number had
signified their intention of joining the
company as soon as it's formation was
an assured fact. 1t is stated that COM
mission was to have been asked for
if the company had been fully formed
and a letter would have been secured
and the company admitted to the Ma
tional Guards in this statea
The military order of the Spanish
American war will hold a session this
Tuesday evening, in the assembly room
of the city hall. After the transaction
of preliminary business, Captain A. "
Smith will deliver an address on his ex-
periences in the late war. On the next
meeting night Capt. M. A. Fisher will
be called upon for an address.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1900-03-02
NEW YORK SYNDICATE
Said to Be After the Franchise
For the CantOn-Alliance
Electric Line.

Salem Herald: ]. L. Quinn, New
York capitalist and w. r. Fording, of
Alliance, were in the city Saturday.
Mr.. Fording is the man who has sue
ceeded w. II. Harris, now consul to
Mannheim, Germany, as attorney for
the Alliance, Sebring and Salem Elec-
trio Street Railway company. Mr..
Quinn is back of New York syndicate
and his visit to Salem was for the pur-
pose of looking over the local street
railway line and the proposed Alliance
and Salem line,
Mr., Fording had a consultation with
ID, l.. Davis, in regard to the local street
railway line, and told him the line from
Alliance to Salem would be a sure go as
New York parties now have obtained
control of It and win push the work
forward. Mr.. Fording copied some Inn
portant papers which Mr.. Davis has In
his possession.
1t is said the New York parties want
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1900-03-02
Probate Court.

The administrator of Jacob Gretsinger
of Lexington township has been author
lied to settle with the Pennsylvania
railroad company for his death The
company has agreed to pay $3.50.
The sale of the real estate of Robert
Mendenhall, of Marlboro township, has
been confirmed.
Horace c. Bailey has been appointed
administrator of Franklin n. Newhouse
of Pike township.
John Wilson has been appointed
guardian of Nellie E. Wilson
An inventory has been filed in the cs-
tate of Benjamin SchOry Of Paris town
ship.
Final account has been filed in the
estate of Marsh Hicklin, of Marlboro
township.
The exceptions to the accounts of the
eXecutriX in the estate of Elizabeth
Shorb We're heard and overruled.
u. f. Loutzenheiser has been ap-
pointed guardian of Homer M. Spon-
seller.
The sale of the personal property of
Louis c. Robin has been ordered at the
appraisement.
A commission has been ordered to
take the deposition of witnesses to the
will of Jared c. Wills, of Canton.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1900-03-02

its victims. Pe-ru-na not only cures ca.
tarrh, but prevents. Every household
should be supplied with this great rem
edy for coughs, colds and so forth.
1t will be noticed that the Governor
says he has not had occasion to use Pc
ru-na for other ailments. The reason
for this is, most other ailments begin
with cold. Using Pe-ru-na to prompt
ly cure colds, he protects his family
against other ailments. This is exactly
what every other family in the United
States should do. Keep Pe-ru-na in the
house. Use it for coughs, colds, la
grippe, and other climatic affections of
winter, and there will be no other all
ments in the house. Such families
should provide themselves with a copy
Of DR.. Hartman's free book, entitled
"Winter Catarrh." Address DR.. Hart
man, Colum bus, Ohio.