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The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1906-10-26
GAS0lM tNGiE FOR SAIL.

The Commonwealth will install
an electric motor to operate its press
e8 at an early date Hence we offer
for sale our 2-holse power gasoline
engine, which is practically as good
as when first bought from the man
uiacturers. A bargain is offered to
anyone interested in the purchase
Of a gasoline engine. Apply at this
office and see the machine run.
The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1906-10-26

SAINT J. Stems stately new store
and office building is assuming
handsome proportions. 1t will be
an ornament to Greenwood when
completed.
The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1906-10-26

The Commonwealth contained
thirty-eight columns of advertising
and thirty-four columns Of reading
matter last Notwithstanding
we were laboring under many dis
advantages. This is a pretty good
showing for a bad crop year.
The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1906-10-26

Hon. Chas. Scott is making a
horseback trip through the State
from the northern line to the Gull
Coast. This is a novel campaign
ing method.
The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1906-10-26

Theodore II, Price says that spin
ners can afford to pay an average Of
twelve cents for their cotton apt the
producers will have only themselves
to blame if they sell for less.
The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1906-10-26

All the fancy groceries we
have left will be moved into
our general mercantile store,
where they will be sold at re-
duCed prices.
THE r. 7. JONES co.
The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1906-10-26

The financial statement Of the
City Of Greenwood for the year end
ing October |, 1906, appears in this
issue Of The Commonwealth. At
the next meeting Of the City Coun-
Gil a committee will be appointed to
appraise the valuation Of all Of the
city's property, and the committees
report will be published as soon as
il is completed.
The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1906-10-26

The Delta Registers trade edition
issued last week, contained forty
pages, and was creditable to Clarks.
dale and its publishers alike.
The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1906-10-26

William Randolph Hearst seems
to be leading in his race for Govern
or Of New York, We wish for him
success.
The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1906-10-26

There is talk Of electing Grover
Cleveland for the Senate in New
Jersey, lie would make a good one.
The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1906-10-26
tor Rent.

Lakeside plantation, four miles from
Philip. New railroad building through
it; side track on place. Five hundred
acres in cultivation; twenty-five houses.
Apply or write to
GID MONTJoY,
tt Greenwood, Miss.
The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1906-10-26

The Commonwealth has been
crowded with job printing the past
two weeks, May the good work
continue.
The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1906-10-26

Sewing Machines Cleaned and re-
paired by one who has had IL years ex-
perience. Phone 284. Lee Arterbury,
the Old Reliable Sewing Machine man.
The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1906-10-26

In the meantime, continue TO put
in a few good words for Greenwood
anu LellOre county.
The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1906-10-26

Everything for the Sewing machine.
Call 24 Cumb. Phone. Lee Arterbury,
the old reliable Sewing Machine man.
The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1906-10-26

Business is assuming its normal
condition again, So mote it be.
The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1906-10-26

lust received a Car Of the
"lnvinCible" Flour.
TIE R. 7. N CO..
The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1906-10-26
ANNOUNCE Nj ENTS.

Tho following named persons arc can
didate8 for Le0ore county offices subject
to the decision Of the Democratic pri,
mary election TO he held in 1907
FOR Chancery Clerk,
c. W. CROCKETT.
For Sheriff
s.. u. PROPHET
W. s. NARDAMAN.
For Treasurer,
c. J. AUSTIN
L. +. NEWER
Greenwood. friday, Oct. 26, 1906.
The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1906-10-26

Buy your feedstuff from The
r. 7. Jones Go. Their prices
are right.
The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1906-10-26
ANNUAL STATEMENT
Showing Receipts and Disbursements of the City Of
Greenwood, Miss, for Year Ending Oct. 1, 1906.

Annual Statement Of the Board Of Mayor and Aldermen OF the City OF Green
wood, showing the amount Of taxes collected and moneys received, the amount Of
expenditures aud the amount Of Indebtedness OF the municipality at the begin.
ming and the end OF tho fiscal year from October. 1905. to October, 1909, IS re-
qured by Statute sO7s, Annotated Code Of Mississippi
Perth Amboy evening news., 1906-01-05
CALENDAR OF LOCAL EV ENTs.I

Jan. Observation-Disclosures con-
cert and dance, Washington
Hall.
Jan. 13-Annual ball Perth Amboy
Cigar Company Employees,
Braga Hall.
Jan. 15-Guy Brothers Minstrels,
Wilder Hall.
Jan. 16-Eighth annual ball of the
Original Hebrew Ladies
Benevolent Society.
Jan. 16-Masquerade ball, Singing
Society, Vorwaerts, Wash
ington Hall.
Jan. 1S-Reading for Free Kinder
garten benefit, Presbyter-
ian chapel
Jan. 1S--Dance, Catholic Club, Wild
er Hail.
Jan. 20--Concert and ball, Perth
Amboy Recreation and
Benevolent Club, Braga
Hall.
Jan. 20--Third annual ball Mohawk
Council, d. of p, Washing
ton Hall.
Jan. 20-Magyar ball at Galaida's
Hail., keaSbey.
Jan. 25-Masquerade ball, Vergnue-
gungs CLUB, Washington
Hall.
Jan. 26-Annual Assembly, Raritan
Yacht Club, Wild Hall.
Jan. 27-Masque ball, Emerald B. B.
c., Washington Hall.
Feb. 2 Masquerade ball. Danish
Brotherhood, Washing t 0 n
hall.
Feb. 3-Ramblers ball, Braga Hall.
Feb. 6-Entertainment and ball.
Congregation Beth Morde-
cal, Washington Hall.
Feb. S--Alpheus Glee Singers, aus
pices Ladies' Auxiliary,
Presbyterian chapel.
Feb. 9-First annual dance, Duffy
Social Club, Braga Hall.
Feb. 15-Ball Central Pleasure Club,
Washington Hall.
Feb. 16-Masquerade, Dana Relief
Washington Hall. .
Feb. 22-Annual Braga masque ball,
Braga Hall.
Apr. 19-Second annual concert and
ball, pupils Of A. st. An
Grassy, Washington Hall.
JUNE 23-Lutheran excursion to
Bellewood Park.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1906-01-05
THE GOOD ONE DOES.

Zine weather for the hayin'," sait
Eliakim Fairhaven. To his materia
nature, Gods sunshine and the CRANE
glitter of earth and sky were but in
struments to fill his pockets with sor
did gain-mere accessions to "a gooC
crop"
Miss Comfort Fairhaven sat beside
him knitting.
YES" said she. Who's that aeon
in up the PATH"
Zone of the new hands, l calc-late,'
said Eliakim, screwing up his eyes. 81
didn't agree to give him his supper
and board into the bargain a night be-
fore the job b~egins-and I'm blessed il
there amt a little gal along with
him!"
"'Tain't no haydn hand" said Miss
Comfort, rising and going down the
steps to meet a slender child Of nine
years, who was leading a pale, bowed
down man, who walked with difficulty,
leaning on a crutch.
Heart alive, child" said Miss Com.
fort, whose kindly nature in%voluntarily
sympathized with all who were suffer-
ing or in distress: what ails you?
and what do you want here?"
PLEASE, ma'am,' began the child,
eagerly, IT you could give us a nights
lodging-poor papa is so sick and tired
and"
mo, Il can't!p abruptly broke in
Eliakim Fairhaven. This amt no
a%lmshouse. nor yet a charity place"
Slowly and YEARLY the two poor
travellers turned and plodded their way
guild footsteps of the invalid scarce
keeping up With the tripping pace of
the child.
They had walked what seemed to
Esther Bell a weary way, when there
was a rustic among the wild rose
bushes that %overhung the stone wall
at their side, and a voice called hur-
riedly to them to stop"
tits me-" said Comfort F%airhaven.
"Eliakim-that's my brother-he's
gone over to the class meetin' at Squire
Dundas, and | cut down through the
lots to overtake you | tell you, / can't
somehow get your fathers face out of
my mind. You're sick, amt you, mis-
ter?'f
i"I shall soon be quite WELL" he an
swered, calmly-and Comfort Fair
haven's more experienced eye detected
the hidden meaning which the little
girl never once suspected.
I'VE are going to my grandpa" said
little Elsie. Grandpa was vexed with
my mamma for marrying my papa and
going to England, but papa thinks he'll
take care of me now! But l won't stay
with him unless papa stays, tool"
81 suppose you want to get to LOUIS
dale?" said Miss Comfort.
The man nodded.
Eleven good miles yet" said Miss
Comfort; but I'll tell you what-IH
make Joab get but the wagon, and,
with a good buffalo ROBE over the seats,
you'll ride easy enough. They'll be
back after Eliakim gets through shout
in and prayin'-T hain't no patience
with that Kind O. ~religion-and While
a-yaiti4, III bring down IA
tAN H
Perth Amboy evening news., 1906-01-05

smack O bread and meat and a Doodle
Of my currant wine. 'Tain't good tc
travel on an empty stomach"
81 know I'm pretty old to be look
n for a situation" said Miss Comfort
fairhaYen. but l can't starve, MOI
Won't beg, SO what's there left? W.
lad a good farm once. but my brother
:ouldn't rest till he s%pekilated all away
Ind now he's gone and I'm all alone.
50, if you know of a good place as
lousekeeper. or matron in an asylum,
IT general overseer, | don't care where
-"
The intelligence Office keeper, with
. slight shrug of his shoulders, broke
n on the torrent of Miss Fairhaven's
explanatory utterance.
What wages did you ask"
Poor Miss Comfort-the bland wore
wages called a rusty glow to her cheek
81 amt particular about that, sc
ong as it's a good home"
Here's a place that might perhaps
suit you-housekeeper wanted at Mr..
)uponceau's, No. = Fifth avenue. Yor
night try it, although | hardly think
| person of your appearance would
suit"
Miss Comforts heart, like that of the
queen of Sheba of old. grew faint with
in her as she sat in the luxurious re.
ception room of the Fifth avenue man.
sion.
The door swung open on its silver
plated hinges. and a tall. young lady
in a blue silk morning robe entered.
Miss Comfort rose and dropped a
stiff little courtesy.
Il called to SEE she began, but
to her amazement the rest of her
speech was abruptly checked by a
young lady's arm being thrown round
her neck. :
"Oh, I'm so glad to see you," she
cried out. ecstatically. Il thought !
never should see you again. | went
to the old farm. but you had gone
away, nobody knew whittier. If it had
not been for your kindness papa new
could have lived to reach his home!
And you shall live with me always
now and be my darling old friend!"
. So Miss Comfort %Fairhaven stayed,
nominally a housekeeper-really the
trusted and revered head of the estab.
lishment, and her declining years were
surrounded by peace and luxury.-Dan.
vile Qll.) Commercial News.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1906-01-05
Disease from Dust.

One off the most powerful causes O
disease in London, says Prof. Mac
fayden, is the inhalation of dust. Tit
constant inhalation of particles O
dust, particularly at times of fog, ha.
a deleterhous effect on the respiratory
functions, producing bronchitis, pneu
monia and kindred diseases.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1906-01-05
Imprisoned Countess

Countess Bonmartini, in prison in
Italy for numbering her husband, has
written a book which ends with these
words: IF | have sinned it is because
I have greatly loved. y E" But
until my right hand has withered, un.
til my tongue sticks painting to my
palate, my protesting voice will SOUND
from the profundity of my prison."
Perth Amboy evening news., 1906-01-05
What She

B lHe-I think every woman is emit
tied to be considered mans equal.
She-Well, if she is willing to bring
herself down to his level | don't see
why she shouldn't be allowed to pose
as his equal.-Illustrated Bits.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1906-01-05
Canadians Elect a Negro.

In the election of the new province
of Saskatchewan. Canada, one of the
surprises was the return of DR.. Shadd in
Kinistino. Shadd is a negro. the first
of his race to obtain a seat in the Cana.
dian legislature.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1906-01-05
After Seeing the Sights.

- Noble. Red Man-Ugh! White mar
send missionary to Injun?
New Yorker-Yes.
Me go back. Me tell I'm
send Injun missionary to New York
Chicago Tribune.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1906-01-05
Would Make More.

If the average man haG his life tc
live over again. he thinks he would
avoid all mistakes, but the chances are
he would make more thai ever.-Chi
cago Sun.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1906-01-05
Lighted Canes.

Illuminated wa~lking-sticks are
among the latest applications of cleo
tricity. A small incandescent lamp is
concealed in the head of the cane and
a be ignited by a spring.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1906-01-05
One-Sided.

Cholly-No, l don't like him. BY
Jove! he called me a lobster the other
day. What do you think of that?
Dolly-It was horrid of him. If he
only knew as much about p%oliteness
as he does about natural history. he
might be charming.-Cleveland Leader,
Perth Amboy evening news., 1906-01-05
Unlucky Spain.

Spain has no luck with its navy. A
fire at the Carraca arsenal has. just de-
stroyed two torpedo boats. In peace
as well as in val the Spanish ships
seem to be "up against it."
Perth Amboy evening news., 1906-01-05
Tardy Reward.

The British war department has just
awarded a medal to Sergt. Maj. McClorey
for bravery at the capture of Pegu in
1852. The sergeant has, however, been
dead several years.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1906-01-05
The Opepino-

What did old Gruff say when yor
told him you would like him to FIND
you IN opening in his office ?" 'He
showed me the door. Baltimore
American.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1906-01-05
Always General"

The London newspapers always
quote the title in mentioning Gen
Booth, of the Salvation Army. In a
recent paragraph of 20 lines the Times
quoted General six times.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1906-01-05
Decrease in Crime.

Murders and homicides' decreased
more than 1000 in the United states
in the last ten years. Lynchings ,e.
creased one-half.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1906-01-05
Use Our Leather.

The Japanese still use American
leather, but make most of their shoes
at home. Tanyards are increasing in
number.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1906-01-05

TO RENT-Furnished room in good
neighborhood. Inquire at Evening
News Office. 1907 9-S If
Perth Amboy evening news., 1906-01-05
D. L. BACHMAN

Saddle and harness maker. Supplies for the
horse, stable an I C srriage. Carriage trimming
nsst y done AMI promptly attended to.
A NEW BRUNSWICK AVE. "
Perth Amboy evening news., 1906-01-05

LOOK" for the Blue-Label and see
that you get the original, Sim
mems butter-nut bread. All stores.
sc a loaf. e
Perth Amboy evening news., 1906-01-05

FURNISHED ROOMS TO LET-All
Improvements; central location.
Inquire ]. Kreilsheimer, III Smith.
1852 10-26-tf
Perth Amboy evening news., 1906-01-05

smack O bread and meat and a Doodle
Of my currant wine. 'Tain't good to
travel on an empty stomach"
Perth Amboy evening news., 1906-01-05
!: !3 $3.50: =; =; =: : WA II +: : :: Us! !: - !: us! y:
SITUATION WANTS FREE Extra charge if Displayed

Want" Ads, for the EVENING
received at F. Killenberger's
store, 247 Smith street.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1906-01-05
FURNISHED ROOMS TO LET.
are received

FOR RENT-Large front room; also
table boarders wanted at 100 Cor
don st. 14722 1-4-3t
Perth Amboy evening news., 1906-01-05

Smith street, suitable for two. In
quire News office. 1864 1-3-4t
Perth Amboy evening news., 1906-01-05
Braga Hall

The Finest Hall and Largest Stage
in the City.
To Let for Balls and Entertainments
Apply S. NJ. Jacobson, Scheuer Building
Perth Amboy evening news., 1906-01-05

IS handsome styles, reduced for
quick clearance. Solid oak, hand
somely carved tops, with French bevei
glass. A splendid chance to COM
plete your dining room.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1906-01-05

Solid oak, 6 it. long and highly pol
ished. Every table is guaranteed to
run smooth,;- round-o or square.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1906-08-01
The colored Summer School.

The Edgefield cclored SUNNI er
Schoor, which convened in Mace
donir Baptist church on July 10Th
has been very satisfactory to both
the Teachers and Professors. There
was some fear and uneasiness felt by
the Teachers during tue first days ses-
sion, when the news came to the
School that the train on which Pro'es.
sor Peters was coming o Edgeheld had
been wrecked We are pleased to say
.ly and Pleasantly, with no llindranres
excepting tho rainy weather. The
Teachers have manifested much inter-
est in the school, and have shown how
much they appreciate it by attending
it rain or shine.
A literary entertainment which was
riyen by the school on Thursday
night, 18th inst, was quite success.
AS Il whole. everything seems 10 work
in harmony, and the prospect for Sue
cessfu session is very bright. We have
enrolled nearlya hundred Teachers.
another literary niertainment willbe
given bv the school on Friday night,
July 9th, the public are cordially in
vited to attend.
The Summer School hal as q part of
lis rogranl on last thursday night, a
debate. The question discussed was
,"Resolved that the fearnf punishment
is more conducive to Righteous
Living than tho hope Of Reward"
All engaged in the debate did we'll;
they made good speeches, and brought I
out MANY clear an.i strong points. 1t
was alivery interesting and instruc-
tive. The affirmative speakers were
Marshal Harris and julia Wnrdlaw;
the negative, Edna Tanksly and Rev b
w Jones. The negative side won.
Milton Strother.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1906-08-01
Petit Jury August Court. -- -

Wallace Miller, Roper's; J D
Rartley, Johnston; J S Reynolds,
Meriwether; ] w Vance, Johnston;
b c Berry. Trenton; j 0 Atkinson,
Rop RS; Mark Toney, Johnston;
Taylor Wright, MeriWether; T B
Crouch, Modoc; A A Wells, Wise;
3 r Quarles, Modoc; S w Gardner,
ir, Roper's; J M Swearingen, Tren-
ton; ] G Allen, Meeting Street;
w w Moss, Wise; + P QUITS, Wise;
] e Hamilton, Collins; j NJ Bussey,
Modoc; Daniel McKie, Modoc; G E
McfIugh, Wise; A b Miller, Tren-
ton; E S West, Hibler; Jas B Me
Kie, Moduc; Joe Gardner, Roper's;
Walter w Wise, Trenton; w II
Burton, BIocker;J j K Corley, Hih-
Ter; Charlie White, Hibler; L w
Carwile, Wise; Frank Watson, Block
err; w, G. Clark, Ward; w. H. Greed
Ward; D. B. Hollingsworth, Pickens;
"A. &. QUITS, Elmwood; Jesse l.. Hart
Pickens; F. P. Walker, jr., Blocker.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1906-08-01
ON TO Gentra Snrine,

On to Centre Spring!
Every train is bringing visitors
who are coming to attend the an
nual picnic Of the Dragons. Ear
ly tomorrow every team of5every
possible description will be press
ed into service TO carry the hun
dreds Of persons 10 Centre Spring.
Capt. Blocker and his able corps
of ASSISTANTS have everything in
readiness for their guests. One Of
the bost bands in this section Of
country has been secured, and
great has been the slaughter of
sheep and swine and kline in pre-
pairing for the barbecue. A pleas
ant day awaits those who attend
the picnic of the Dragons.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1906-08-01
sMake Hay While the Sun Shines"

MAKE Hay While the Sun Shines"
There is lesson in the work of
the thrifty farmer. He knows that
the bright sunshine may last but
a day and he prepares for the
showers which are 30 liable to fol-
low. So it should be with every
household. Dysentery, diarrhoea
and cholera morbus. may attack
some member of the house without
warming. Chamberlaln's Collie,
Cholera and DIarrhoea Remedy,
which is the best known medicine
for these diseases, should alway s
be kept at hand, as immediate
treatment is necessary, and delay
may prove fatal. For sale by G..
L. Penn & sor.
Try Egg-o-see, the new cereal
for delicate people.
Timmons Bros.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1906-08-01
Ffightfully Burned.

Cbas. w. Moore, machinist, of
Ford City, Pa, had his hand
frightfully burned in an electrical
furnace. He applied Bucklen's
Arnica Salve with the usual re-
suit: "a quick and perfect cure" I"
Greatest healer on earth for Burns,
Wou nds, Sores and Piles. 25c at
G. L. Penn & Son W. E. Lynch
& Co.
The intense itching characteris-
tic of salt rheum and eczema is
instantly allayed by applying
ChamberlaiL's Salve. As a cure
for skin diseases this salve is un-
equaled. For sale by q. l.. Penn
& Son.
Il makes no difference what the
merits of a wagon are. You can
find one as good or better. Try q
Mitchell or Owensboro.
EDeEF1ELD MERCANTILE Co.
FOR RENT: A fvo-room
house with good garden, well, out
buildings, etc. Apply to
j. j.. MINIS.
We are headquarters for buggies.
Such as the Hackney, Tyson &
Jones, Rock Hill, Columbus and
Chase City buggies have stood the
test of years, and always give
satisfaction.
Ramsey & Jones.
Nice line of Trunks and Suit
Cases from the cheapest to the
best.
Edgefeld Mercantile Company.
The public should not forget that
we keep in stock every kind
and size of coffin and caskat from
$500 to $4,000. We can fill order
day or night. Our hearse is ready
to meet all calls on short notice
at a reasonable price.
Edge6eld MercantileCo.
Car load OF Stoves just arrived
Can furnish stoves from So. to
35. Guaranteed to give perfect
satisfaction or money refunded.
Edgefeld Mercantile Company.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1906-08-01

Lace Curtains, Portieres and
Table Covers, all styles, sizes and
prices at
Edge6eld Mercantile Company.
sachet powder-all odors lin
bulk, Colgate's Talcum Plwder,
Roger & Gallet's Toilet Powder at
Timmons Bros.
When you want paint that
spreads we'll and wears we'll, let
us supply you with Harrison's or
Heath. & Milligan's paints, none
better.
Timmons Bros.
Full supply of Harris and
Glenn Springs water always on
hand.
Timmons Bros.
Delightful Barbecue Hash and
Lye Hominy only 10 cents a can.
r. r. Scurry.
To Cure a Cold in One Day.
Take LAXATIVE RRoMO QUIN-
INE Tablets, All druggist refund
the money if it fails to cure.
E. w. Groves signature is on each
box. 25c.
When you want the best smoke
in town try q "Franklin" or Gin
co" cigar.
PIP. Blalock, Jr.
Our Iron Beds have been ad-
mired by all who have seen them
prices very reasonable.
RAMSEY & JONES.
Hcintz's Pickles, Olives Mus
tard and Salad Dressing always
on hand.
Timmons Bros.
Nurnal.y's fne chocolat and
bon bons fresh by express.
G /. Penn & Son.
Large assortment OF Summer
Lap Robes at
Ramsey & Jones.
See our beautifully decorated
Toilet Sets before you buy.
RAMeEY & JONES.