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The Paducah sun. [volume] (Paducah, Ky.) 1898-1906, 1901-12-12
Observations
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L. q. Mercer, q theatrical manager,
at present with "Quo vsdis," told a
story at the Grand the other day Of a
hotel experience which he had some
years ago at streator, Ill, says the
New York Times.
There was only one hotel in the
town, and either had to stop there
or camp out. 1t was night when l reg
istered. In assigning me room the
proprietor warned me that his service
was not good. / discovered that he
was truthful
my room was q double one on the
top floor. Tired, l soon was fast
asleep.
About 10 O'Clock was awakened
by rain falling on my face. Thinking
it might be only a small leak, moved
to the other side Of the bed. 1t, too,
was wet. rang for the porter and
asked for dry room. He said it was
no use, that all leaked.
lrS tue o'h'i 0'N' "
that, too, is wet, ring and I'll bring
you anlumbrella. "
s''
The other day was iairly
stumped, says bookseller TO new
York Times man. when party came
IN ana asked me II | had wait a Min
ute.
e" Never heard OF it, said l.
That is funny, he answered 1t
is being talked about, and am an
kious 70 read it.
II looked all over my book lists and
satisfied myself that there was no such
book in existence, and he weut away
disappointed. and with an impression,
1 fear, that was not keeping what
take pride ina first class book store.
1.-THE day following, however he
came back smiling and asked Tor Tar
~ Thou Till Come. He hau taken
the. precaution this time to write the
title down"
,m
oome'iineS '"e u'Ou'S' ~
mar appears W ui'"' "i''"'
WISHES ne nAu Oee" inoio 'nqso
An instance was no'eu 'i' o'n'' va"
IN 'o0 e'''Oi'"
uies'ou inA.' s"'eieN anu
inc young iaoy ""o Au'Ai'oeu " ''
~ =, it, ..sa -, :, ,.l
NO sue repii'u' ne Is NV ~.
there something can do Tor you =
He informed her IN manner indi'
eating tnat ne would aisdAih 10
transact business win per'on~se Oh
less importance tnan the manager
that there was nothing sue oouiu 10
Ior nim' so sne pfooeeueu W isno'e
him' ano ne TOOK 'sA' near 'hs
stove
'Ai'er ne hsd oeen .nere ABOUT az
hcui' ne arose. anu iooSins " 'n'
young 'Auy' VINO was ou'' ~ Nor uesN'
"'Aeu' oAn you 'en mt VIM" INV
manager WIN % IN 81
les H' 'he repieo' he VIII
prooaoiy De IN some time tomorrow
AFTERNOON ne Is ou' Oh inc CITY To-
oay'
The Paducah sun. [volume] (Paducah, Ky.) 1898-1906, 1901-12-12
MEDICAL EXPERTS TESTIFY.

Washington, Dec. l2-Three med
ical experts gave testimony yesterday
at the trial of Mrs. Lola Ida Bonine,
charged with killing Census Clerk
Ayres, attempting to show the close
range at which the fatal shots were
fred. DR.. Sterling Rufin testified
that the chest wound inflicted on
Ayres must have been from shot fired
when the.pistol was from five to eight
inches distant from the body. Drs.
Carr and Bovere also gave testimony
along the same lines, showing the re.
suits of experiments designed to
prove the clio Sc range at which the
fatal shots must have been fired.
At the afternoon session the defense
announced its side closed. The case
probably will go to the jury Thursday
evening or Friday morning.
The Paducah sun. [volume] (Paducah, Ky.) 1898-1906, 1901-12-12

the whole affair; We merely want 70
state our motto is slive and let live,
and our office is over Pierce's Sons
store.
Notice how perfectly those two
thoughts blend together Isn't it just
too sweetg
'Rah for Golcondy."
A peculiar occurrence was wit
messed at Dave Martins barber shop,
on Broadway. yesterday. A rat that
had venturcd too far from headquart-
ers found that it was discovered, and
made q leap for a hole some little dis
lance away. A string CHANGED to be
stretched across the hole, and the
rodent, in some inexplioable manner,
struck il in such way that the string
closed around Its neck in as neat a
moose as human hands could have de-
vised, and. the unfortunate creature
hanged by its own act, helplessly
dangled and kicked until life was ex-
tinct. Some OF the witnesses think it
was case Of suicide. but others con-
slider it only one of those peculiar sc-
cidents heard Of only occasionally.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1901-06-05

In the least, but Ia growing rapidly and makes
the farmer hustle 10 destroy" hay while the
sun shines. Some Of our farmers are replant-
Ing missing cotton with corn.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1901-06-05
LOSS TO ABBEVILLE.
Mr.. r. C. Bernau, The JeweIer, Has
Pulled mp stakes and Gone to
GreeuabOrO. N. C.

Mr.. r. C. Bernau, The JeweIer, Has
Pulled mp stakes and Gone to
Greensboro, N. c.
Mr.. r. C. Bernau closed his store last
Saturday, and sent his tools anc goods to
1893, with very small share OF this world g
goods, but he is well off now. He succeeded
so we'll that be sought newsplace, where
be could employ more money 1p his bus1.
Abbeville, and he goes there In search OF q
larger field ofusefulness.
Mr.. Bernau was born in the city OF Berlin,
in 1884 went to college until be was sixteen
three years al the matchmaking business
After completing his apprenticeship he came
TO America in 18sS,spending sometime In New
York and North Carolina. After leaving
North Carolina he came TO Greenvile this
watch maker. The best evidence Of his skill
as q matchmaker is furnished in the fact
that he was paid S25 week for bis services.
He left Greenville TO start business in Ches:
ter, but in a short time he was appointed
watch inspector for the .. A. L. To take that
position, he moved TO Abbeville, and since he
has been here he has met with wonderful
success in making money, which be
saved: He - employed bis capital i6 2
in home. When his capital increased be.
yond the demands OF the town, he sought q
new home TO the regret OF many friends. He
was good citizen, and contributed his full
share TO every enterprise, NJ matter whether
1t was for the material prosperity of the
town, or the advancement OF the best inter-
ests OF the Associate Reformed Church, OF
which he was faithful member. a Jealous
worker, and liberal contributor. Even
when be was getting ready to leave he gave
literally 10 the church.
AS mechanic he was perhaps the best that
ever lived in Abbeville
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1901-06-05

Poison ivy or oak Ia instantly relieved, and
sneediIy cured by menthoatum which you
will find In opal jars for 2jcts at Speed Drug
Co.
Roup In chickens Ia positively cured by
mentholatum at Speed Drug Co.
Put away your winter clothes with l.aven-
der and Cedar Camp.lor, and avoid That OF,
fsnsive smell OF tar balls. For sale AT NIL
fords Drug Store. Phone lO7.
We make specially Of giving you the best
that money will bu%. Come TO see us once
and you will always be our customer.
Milford's Drug Store
You will never know how cheap you can
buy drugs and stationery TIL you WISH Du
Pres Drug and Book Store.
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Prize Offered for Souvenir Design.

The Women's Department OF the South
Carolina Interstate and West Indian Expo
sition, will give prize Of $1,000 for the best
original design for Souvenirs to be sold IN Inc
Women's Building, during the Exposition.
This competition Is open only to women Oh
South Carolina Each design must be sent TO
the undersigned by July l. 1901, and must be
accompanied by specifications for It's con-
struction, and the real name OF competitor
10 sealed envelope, and not appearing eIse, Else,
where. go that the name OF competitor Will
not he known until the award Is made.
Rejected designs will be returned upon ap-
plicatlon with postage enclosed0 made WIN
n 30 days after the close OF the comRetltiou.
The Executive Com mittee OF the Women's
Department will be the Judges OF the compe'
tition, Mrs. X. Withers Memmlnger, Jr..
Chairman Committee on Souvenir,
Al Pitt Street, Charleston, ). Z. ot.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1901-06-05

Are In the Ice business and propose 10 keel
their customers cool during the Summer at ,
very small cost. They can be found at th'
stand formely occupied by MIR. j. l.. Perrin
just below Stark's stable. Give them cal
and they will "freeze you out" for even 6
nominal sum.
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FARMING INTERESTS.

In riding over the country we notice that
corn and cotton that was thought to be ruin
ed by the hail storm is coming out wonder
fully Corn especially looks we'll. taking on a
rapid growth and having q fiue color. Where
the bud has not been injured cotton is COM
ing out fairly well, also melon plants that
looked as II all lie was beaten out OF them,
are now putting out afresh and apparently
are growing off nicely Wheat and oats are
doing no good, showing no improvement
whatever. Grass does not seem to be Injured
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1901-06-05
MOVING AROUND

About two weeks ago a number Of young
ladies entertained their gentlemen friends at
a MAY party" given at the home OF Mr.. ].
D. Jennings. On last Friday evening the
gentlemen returned the compliment by tend.
Ing the young ladies most delightful recep
tion given at the home OF Mr.. w. II. Long.
On 10th occasions delicious refreshments ts
we're served and all enjoyed themselves to
the utmost.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1901-06-05

Rev, and Mrs. T. w. Sloan entertained q
few OF their friends last Friday evening.
Mr.. Wade Harrison, OF Bradley is In the
city the guest Of relatives.
Monday was salesday; everything was
quiet.
Rev. MIR. Jones, Pastor OF the Methodist
Church was out Of the city Sunday. Rev.
Mr. Ross preached at the morning service.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1901-06-05
LETTER FROM SENATOR M'LAURIN
READY TO GIVE AN ACCOUNTING OF HIS
STEWARDSHIP,

Wants to Know Private Citizens May Not Invite Gentle
tleman to Speak Without Having Big Bully Thrust
Upon Them-The Big Job Which the Self-Constituted
Ambitious Boss Has Undertaken-He Seems to Think
He is the Whole Thing-Tllman Claims that Mel aurin
is not Democrat, but Wants to Meet Him in Demo-
cratic Primary
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1901-06-05

Call and let us show you the prettiest line OF
stationery in Abbeville county. Miiioros
Drug Store.
Remem her we are wholesale agents for 70,
bacco and cigars. A complete stock al Gil
lines. Mllford's Drug Store. Phone lO',
NV stock OF paper back novels must be re-
dncsd Come and get my prices on quantl-
lies DuPre's Drug and Book Store.
Fly time is here; and have the remedy 10
catch aud kill them. DuPres Drug ana
Book Store.
stop at DuPre's Drug and Book Store and
get a glass OF delicious soda water.
You will find something good 10 reau ~ Da-
Pres Drug and Book Store
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CONTRIBUTED LOCALS.
what "M', Sees and Hears Oh His
Rounds About the City.
Abbevile, S. c., June 4, 1901.

SALES DAY.
Last Monday was sales day. but was exceed
ingly quiet. there being very few persons In
the city. few OF the representative men
from different sections we're:
Mr.. Granville Beal, Calhoun Falls.
Mr.. Ed Keiaer, Calhoun Falls.
Mr.. Clsud McAllister, "Latimer."
Mr.. John Lomax, Latimer.
Mr.. John U. Wnrdlaw, Bellvue.
Mr.. w. A. Lanier, Monterey.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1901-06-05

money will buy used In our syrups Pure
fruit juices and fruit. Give US call. The
Speed Drug Co.
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No+ice Of Sale.

L WILL sell on the 18th day Of next June. at
Belps Cross Roads, one house and lot OF S'lo
acres OF land.
One-half interest in the following machin-
cry: One 25 b. D. Atlas engine and boiler; one
ejector; one pair lotion wagon scales: 30 feet
2S4 inch shafting, pulleys, betting, &C. two
60-saw Eagle cotton gins, with improved ele'
vator, recepticles, feeders condensers, fan, &C.;
will also sell at same time Is cords OF wood.
The eabove is situated at Bells Cross ROADS
in Antrevile township, and is; the best loca-
tion for cotton gin, corn mill. and country
there In season Of 80.
TERMS-Cash, or satisfactory papers.
Lamar Clinkscales.
May l5 1901.
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BRYsoN AND NICKLES


Ing missing cotton with corn.
BRYsoN AND NIcKLEs
Are In the Ice business and propose 10 keel
their customers cool during the Summer at ,
very small cost. They can be found at tht
stand formely occupied by MIR. j. l.. Perrin
Just below Stark's stable. Give them a cal
and they will "freeze you out" for even 6
nominal sum.
RELIGIOUS SERVICES.
In the absence of Rev. r. H. Jones, Rev
Mr.. Ross preached In the Methodist Church
last Sunday morning: taking his text from
Hebrews .. II and Is. His subject beins
Christ as our High Priest. as being tempted
like ourselves and passing over the same
road that we wou Id tread, was the only ont
that could sympathise with us, and the only
one upon whom we could, lean for support
He knowing the way could lead us safely
even through the dark valley OF the shadow
of death. His illustrations we're simple. YET
clear and forceful and his sermon was listen
ed 10 with marked attention. There were nc
services in the evening according to an
nouncement In the morning.
DEATH.
Mr.. II. McSweeney died at bis. home In
this city last Tuesday evening, May the 18th
In the 50 year OF his age. The deceased was
engaged with his eon In the bakery business
In this city'and had the respect and esteem ol
all who knew him. His death was entirely
unexpected. although he had been I'll for
sometime. His funeral services were con-
Quoted In the Catholic Church by Father
Hughes, after which bis body was laid to rest
In Long Cane Cemetery. In their unexpeot-
ed and sad bereavement, the family have the
sympathy Of many friends.
OUR SCHOOLS.
Rev. Edward McCrady has sent out cir.
culars announcing the opening OF bis High
School, September 10Th. He will be assisted
by Rev. J. F. McKinnon and Prof G. K. Pit.
ner, the latter 10 have charge of the music
department. Abbeville will be keeping pace
with other towns in this respect. Columbia,
Rock Hill, and other places have High
Schools, and they are the connecting link
between the Graded Schools and Colleges.
II Is the desire Of Rev. McCfady TO have the
graduates of our Graded School come Into
bis School and take q course, especially II any
may be denied the benefits Of College
course. Our Graded School sent of last year,
pupils 10 such colleges as Rock Hill, Con.
verse, Due West. Clemson, Davidson, Charles.
ton Colleges, and the Citadel, and they stood
we'll In each instance. With such teachers as
Prof. Gillian and Prof. Bradley at the head
of our Graded School, and Rev. McCrady and
Rev. NcKinnon in charge OF our High School,
Abbeville is to be congratulated. The above
educators will work harmoniously together
for the benefit of our town. Mr.. M. P. De-
BruhI's residence has been secured by Rev.
McCrady to be used as school house.
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And Fancy Shirts laundered In fine shape.
Hot weather is here and we want your
laundry work. Send me your Collars and
Bluffs. Respectfully,
New-York tribune., 1901-03-20
THE TRADE IN CHICAGO.

Chicago March 70 (SpeciaD.-Philips was per-
estent buyer of wheat all day-some thought as
much as a million bushels. In spite of his sup
port however, the close was weak and 1sc unoer
Monday May opened at 76lzc TO 76l4c, SOLD De-
tween Tss.c and &c and closed at 1850. Specula-
tors were mostly Influenced by the very large West
ern recepts-7s 900 bushels at primary points
against $4,000 bushels last year. Gables were on
& small fraction. The worlds visible supply de-
creased for the week 10000 bushels. compared with
4 decrease last year of 100000 bushels There
seemed total lack Of any shipping demand.
Nothing sold here whatever. II quiet day in
a speculative way; Phillipss efforts at support
The only conspicuous feature There were
liberal clearances, 5sS,0o0 bushels. At times the
price was influenced by the prospect Of much
colder weather. but the low temperatures are to
be accompanis ID by snow. The total public and pri-
vate stock OF wheat here 1915 900 bushels, shows
for the week increase Of 5000 bushels. Ship
ping sales 5000 bushels hard winter.
Corn prices quiet within the limits of 1&c.
May sold 4l3sc and at 4l5sc and closed at il%c.
The July closed at 41&aE5sc There was some
bull effort from the local holders but there seemed
10 be no outside help that side. Commission
houses were generally on the selling side. There
not a big trade on either side. The contract
stock, 81 900 bushels. showed increase for the
week OF 95,0O0 bushels. OF the 1923 cars here,
tventy-seYen were graded contract: the estimate
for Wednesday 22O The total public and
private stock is Oo9 bushels. increase
for the week Of 332 900 bushels. There liberal
eiearances from the seaboard-5sloD 900 bushels. The
shipping business was 125.0oO bushels. The local
bulls are getting less outside help
There was some selling of oats by elevator inter
ests and liquidation by local longs, but the
entire range only &c. and the close was barely
&c under Monday-May, 25lsc sellers The inspec-
ton was 224 cars; the estimate for tomorrow l60
cars Clearances were 2O5. coo bushels. Total public
and private stock. 100000 bushels. decrease for
ihe week OF 10000 bushels. Shipping sales. 25 900
bushels
fiaxseed about steady; May, 81 531z: cash
NO l. 81 5Sla There were sixty-three of seed
al the three points, against twentyfour last year
PROVISIONS continued their advance. pork at one
tne up soc and lard and ribs up 7l2dl0c The close
was very little under top. Packers continue the
oayers. Hogs were advancing fast product.
to-aays prices at the yards being the best OF the
season II has apparently become a packers mar
Eet only those who understand the cash situation
hsvlng the courage to follow the advances. There
We're only 2oo head Of hogs, with 10000 for to-
morrow
New-York tribune., 1901-03-20
American Steel Hoop Co.
New York. March 2. 1901

Dear Sir: '' -N' - i'oi'
Ihe undersigned shareholders the AMERICAN
STEEL HOOP COMPANY have carefully considered tbs
circular notiSe OF Messrs ]. p. Morgan & Co dataa
Neh ~ ieoi. wherein Messrs j. p Morgan Co.
ncB III oehar OF syndicate including undersigned
oher to the shareholders of the AMERICAN STEET,
HOOP COMPANY and OF certain other companies N
u'se 10 re delivered TO them in payment exchange
Ior ther shares. the preferred and stocks of
the United States Steel Corporation upon terms and
conditions stated In such circular notice have decide,
to accept the shares of the United States
We believe that tho consummation the proposet
will result expenses In Iowa.
and more stable ccst Of manufacture. and without nd
vance OF prices of manufactured products in larger
earnings applicable to dividends.
AS It Is most Important that the transaction should
be completed without delay, you will please deposit your
stock promptly with the NEW YORK SECITRTTY
AND TRUST COMPANY. NO ii WALL. STREET NEW
YORK. who will issue their transferable
WIN. H. & j. II. MOORE.
New-York tribune., 1901-03-20
National Steel CO.
New York. March 2. 1901,
Dear Sir


Dear Sir: ..u,o,.,
The undersigned shareholders Of the NATIoNAL
notice of Messrs ]. p Morgan & Co. dated Mateh
J. p Morgan & Co, acting In De
80 ~ a syndicae including the undeTsigned offer 10
The shareholders OF the NATIONAL STEEL SOMfANl
to cause to be delivered 10
Lam m exchange for their shares the pre-
the United States Steel Cor
nrstion upon the and conditions stated IN such
irlar notice and have decided 10 accept the saes ot
10 T-ni,ea state. Steel Corporation
contamination OF the proposed
viii result decreased expenses. In lower and
stable manufacture and without advence OF
e. =, r,anufactured products I'm larger net earnings
aupicable o dividends -, .-.,.- u,.,,. ,. .
ro,nle,ed without delay. Will please deposit your
NJ q WALL. STREET. NEW YORK. who will issue
Their "ahsi WIN H. & J. II. MOORE.
New-York tribune., 1901-03-20
American Sheet Steel Co.
New York. March 2, 1901.

New York. March 2. 1901
Dear Sir:
undersigned shareholders of the AMERICAN
SHEET STEEL COMPANY have carefully considered
the circular j. p Morgan G Co ds.ad
March 2. 1901. wherein Messrs J. p. Morgan & Co
acting IN behalf of syndicate. including the under
signed offer to the shareholders Of the AMERICAN
SHEET STEEL COMPANY and OF certain other COM
panies TO be delivered to them. payment and
exchange for their shares. the preferred common
stocks or the United States Steel Corporation
terms and conditions stated IN such circular notice and
have decided the shares OF the States
Steel Corporation 0
We believe that communication the proposed
arrangement Will result in decreased
and more stable cost of manufacture. and without
vance OF prices OF products,
earnings applicable dividends.
As II is most important that the transaction should
be completed without delay will please deposit
stock L promptly with THE FARMERS LOAN AND
TRUST COMPANY. No. 20 WILLIAM STREET. NEW
YORK who win issue their transferable receipts therefor.
wN. H. 4 J. II. MOORE
New-York tribune., 1901-03-20
American Steel & Wire CO.
Kew York. March 2. lOOl.

Dear Sir:
undersigned shareholders Of the AMERICAN
Steel. q WIRE COMPANY have carefully considered
the OF Messrs. j. p Morgan Co. dated
March e 1901 wherein Messrs J. r. Morgan Co. act
ing in behalf syndicate in which OF the under
signed included. offer the shareholders OF the
AMERICAN STEEL & WIRE COMPANY and o. certain
other companies. to be delivered them,
and exchange for their shares.
stocks the United States Corpora
ton. upon the and conditions stated
cular notice and have decided the OF
the United States Steel Corporation.
We believe that the consummatOn OF proposed
will result in decreased expenses, lower
and stable Of manufacture and. without
OF prices OF manufactured products In
earnings applicable to dividends.
j. W Gates, L. a. b. WIdener
VIM. EdenboSn H c. Pierce
Alfred Clifford John Lambert
VIM. p. Palmer Thos F. Ryan
James Hopkins. Randall Morgan,
l.. D. Ward. John A. Drake,
Thos. Dolan. S. II. Chisholm.
Chas. Douglass, J. J. Mitchell
+. NJ. Drake.
American Steel q Wire Company PREFERRED Stock
shOSlS be deposited ID With the & STANDARD TRUST COM
COMMON Stock should be deposited with the GUAR
ANTY TRUST COMPANY. so CEDAR STREET. NEW
YORK.
New-York tribune., 1901-03-20

We believe that the contamination OF the proposed
rangement will result IN decreased expenses. lower
and more stable cost OF manufacture and without ad
vance Of prices OF products
earnings applicable TO dividends
desiring TO accept OF the shares OF tho
United States Steel Corporation in exchange for their
present securities deposit Certificates
MORTON TRUST COMPANY, NEW YORK. o Messrs.
KIDDER. PEABODY & COMPANY OF BOSTON
L. c. Converse. Don
+. j. Hearne William :. Eaton.
Francis l. Potts John Eaton
William II. Iatshaw. William i. Hamilton.
Joshua Rhodes. X. Lamar
Arthur i. Luke. William b. Rhodes.
A. s. Matheson. b. Schiller.
Robert Bacon, Charles Steele
VIM Nelson Cromwell +. r Tobey
John ID. Culbertson. y. Vance
Daniel O'Day.