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The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

I hereby announce myself as
candidate for Cotton Weigher at Or
angeburg Court House at the De-
mocratic primary election. subject
to the rules of said primary election.
JOHN G. KENNERLEY.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

1 hereby announce myself candi-
date for the office of Cotton Weigher
of the City of Orangeburg, and
pledge myself to abide by the rules
of the Democratic primary.
q. E. GRAMBl ING.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

I hereby announce myself, as a
candidate for Magistrate Of the
Tenth District, subject to the rules
of the Democratic primary.
]. B. SHEPPARD.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07
FOR TREASURER.

l hereby announce myself a candi-
date for reelection to the Office of
County Treasurer, subject to the
rules governing the Democratic prim-
aries. A. D. FAIR.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

TAFT isitrying to make peace with
organized and unorganized labor, but
he finds his decisions when United
States Judge "reat hlndrance. Be-
sides he is running on platfor m
that failed to recognize this class of
voters in any way,
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

I hereby announce myself as
candidate for the office Of Magistrate
Of the Fifth Judicial District, sub
Jest to the rules of the Democratic
party. w. MARION WOLFE.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

I hereby announce myself as a
candidate for Cotton Weigher for
rangeburg City, subject to the rules
of the Democratic primary.
JOHN M. BERRY.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

l hereby announce myself candi-
date for reelection of Cotton Weigh
er at Elloree, S. c., in the approach
ing primary, pledging myself to
abide by the rules of the primary.
C. AUGUSTUS JONES.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

We hereby nominate Hon. l.. S.
Connor and call upon him to become
a candidate for the office Of County
subject to the rules of the
Democratic party.
MANY CITIZENS
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07
Estate Notice.

On the seventh day of August
1908 will file my final account with
the Probate Court for the County
of Orangeburg, as administrator Of
the estate of J. E. Hutto, deceased,
and will thereupon ask for my final
discharge.
Geo. W. Hutto, Admr.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07
For Congress-.

I announce myself as candidate
for the 61st Congress from the
Seventh District of South Carolina,
and pledge myself to abide the rules
and regulations of the Democratic
narty. A. F. LEVER.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07
FOR SOLICITOR.

+ announce myself candidate for
reelection as Solicitor Of the First
Circuit, subject to the rules of the De-
primary.
P. T. HILDEBRAND.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07
FOR SHERIFF

Il hereby announce myself az a
candidate in the coming primary for
reelection to the Office of Sheriff OF
Orangeburg County, subject to the
rules Of the Democratic party.
Respectfully,
JOHN H. DUKES.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07
FOR SENATOR,

I hereby announce my candidacy
for the State Senate from Orangeburg
County, subject to the Democratic
primary and the rules of the party.
ROBERT LIDE.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

I hereby announce myself as
candidate for the Office of Sheriff of
Orangeburg County, subject to the
articles of the Democratic primary.
Respectfully,
A NJ SALLEY.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

1 announce myself as a candidate
for the United States Senate in the
coming Primary and pledge myself
to abide the rules and regulations of
the Democratic Primary.
JOHN GARY EVANS.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

At the solicitation Of my friends
I announce myself candidate for
road commissioner of Rocky Grove
Township, subject to the rules OK
the Democratic primary.
]. B. SHARP.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

Subject to the regulations govern
ing the Democratic Primary, I an
nounce my candidacy for Township
Commissioner of Hebron Township.
DANNIE L. JEFFCOAT
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

I announce myself a candidate for
Supervisor. Having had much exper-
fence in road building and county af-
fairs generally, many voters realize
that 1 am thoroughly competent. l
am respectfully, T. M. HALL.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07
Superintendent of. Education.

hereby announce myself as
candidate for County Superintendent
of Education subject to ratification
by the Democratic. Primary this
Summer. e. II. HOUSER
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

ALL the leading Republican off,
clals are away from Washington at
tending to politics or taking long
holidays. Only Secretary of War
Wright temains to sit on the lid and
he is Democrat, who has accepted
q Republican retainer. and will
h erefore, bear watchi ng.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

announce myself a candidate for
the office of County Supervisor, sub
ject to the rules governing the Dem
acratic primary.
F. ] D. FIELDER.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

hereby announce myself as
candidate for County Superintendent
of Education subject, to ratification
by the approaching Democratic Prim-
ary. D. H. MARCHANI, Jr
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

At the solicitation Of my friends
I hereby announce myself candi-
date for the House of Representatives
subject to the Democratic primary.
BASCOM A SHULER.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

I hereby announce myself a can
didate for the House Of Representa-
tives subject to the rules Of the
Democratic Primary.
B. J. HOOVER.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

I hereby announce myself as
candidate for the Office Of Magistrate
of the Fifth Judicial District, subject
to the rules of the Democratic party.
R. K. HENEREY.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

I hereby announce mysef as
candidate for Commissioner for
Liberty Township. Subject to the
rules of the Democratic Primary.
j. A. JAMESON.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

The Republican managers appear
to have received inside information
that railroad rates will not be raised
until after election.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

I hereby announce myself as
candidate for Public Cotton Weigher
for the town Of CordoVa subject to
the rules of the Democratic Primar-
les ]. P. SMOAK.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

I announce myself candidate in
the coming primary for Magistrate
of the Fourth Judicial District, SUBJ
ject to the rules Of the Democratic
party. O. B. WHETSELL.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

I hereby announce myself as can
didate for Public Cotton Weigher
at Elloree, subject to the rules OF
the Democratic Primaries
PRESTON P. HUNGERPIIER.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

If Mr.. Taft is elected President
we must all pray he will live long
and prosper for it makes patriots
shiver to think of Jim Sherman be-
ing president.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

thereby announce myself as canGf-
date for the office Of County Super
visor, subject to the rules OF the
Democratic Primaries.
T. D. A. LIVINGSTON.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

I hereby announce myself as a
for the City Of Orangeburg subject
to the rules Of the Democratic Pri-
maries. M. B. HORGER.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

l announce myself a candidate for
reelection to the House Of Repre-
and pledge myself to abide
the result of the Democratic prim-
ary. A. j. HYDRlCh, JR.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

Mr.. John Claiin president OF
the H. B. Clahin Dry Goods Compa-
nv, fayors higher railroad rates, but
then John does not pay the freight.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

I hereby announce myself as
candidate for Commissioner for
Vances Township subject to the rules
of the Democratic primary.
W. A. DANTZLER.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07
For AUDITOR.

hereby announce myself a candi-
date for reelection to the Office OF
County Auditor, subject to the DEM
ocratic primary.
r. NJ. McMICHAEL.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

sMR. Taft went to Oyster Bay to
indicate his Declaration Of Deepen
dence on Teddy.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

At the request Of friends J. an
nounce myself a candidate for the
House of Representatives, subject to
the rules of the Democratic Primary.
w. M. WARREN.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

1 hereby announce myself as a
candidate for Commissioner for
Liberty Township. Subject to the
rules Of the Democratic Primary.
J. w. Bonnette.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

I hereby announce myself candi-
date for the House Of Representa-
tives subject to the rules OF the De-
mocratic Primary.
JOHN S. BOWMAN, ,JR.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

hereby announce myself a can
didate for the Office of Cotton Weigh
er Of the town Of North, and pledge
myself to abide by the rules of the
Democratic primary.
B. H. KNOTS, JR.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07
For Magistrate.

l hereby announce myself as a can
didate for Magistrate of the Fourth
District, subject to the rules Of the
Democratic primary.
A. L. SINGLETARY.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07
For Cotton Weigher.

hereby announce myself as
a candidate for Public Cotton
Weigher for the City Of Orangeburg
subject to the rules of the Democratic
Primaries. A. +. FAlREf.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07
For Sale.

Fine Brown Leghorn Cockerds at
$500. Hens, s1.00 and eggs $1.0o
per sitting of Is eggs. Apply to a.
A. Way, Proprietor of Elloree Poul-
try Farm. Elloree. S. C. 5-22-6m'
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

In an interview recently Taft PAID
q high tribute to Bryan and admit.
ted that the Republicans had a hard
FIGHT on hand to defeat him.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07
TOWNSHIP COa:ul~~IONER

lr'"It hililollre mT>ef as d
candidate for Comm issioner for Prov
idence Township, subject to the
Democratic primary.
G. G. SHULER,
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

hereby announce myself as candi-
date for the Office of Cotton Weigher
for City Of Orangeburg.
This is the first time have ever
asked for any Office and l need and
shall appreciate the support Of my
friends. Respectfully,
j.. B. SMOAK.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

UNDER the Republican system oI
trust busting it seems probable the
Standard Oil Trust will escape en-
tirely.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07
FOR CORON ER.

hereby announce myself as can
didate for reelection TO the office OF
Coroner, subject to the Democratic
primary. F. N. RICKENBAKEE.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

We have all heard Of the hand
writing on the Wall' but it is the
handwriting on the cheques that
pubIicity is demanded for.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07
FOR SUPERVISOR.

hereby announce myself as a
candidate for Supervisor, subject to
endorsement Of the Democratic prim-
ary. D. NJ. WESTBURY.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07
For Gicrb VI Court.

Pledging myself to abide the result
of the Democratic Primary, / respect
fully announce myself candidate for
reelection to. the Office of Clerk of
Court. G. L. SALLEY.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

At the solicitation of my friends 1
hereby announce myself candidate
In the coming primary for the office
of Supervisor of Orangeburg County,
subject to the rules and regulations
of the Democratic primary.
R. N. OWEN.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

I hereby announce myself a candi-
date for the House of Representa-
tives subject to the rules of the DEM
ocratic Primary.
w. GLEN GRIFFITH.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

After having been solicited by
quite number of friends. I have
finally decided to make the race for
public Cotton Weigher at Rowesville,
hereby pledging myself to abide the
result of the approaching Primary.
Respectfully,
J. OWEN MURRAY.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

I hereby announce myself as a
candidate for Commissioner Of Pop
lar Township, subject to the Demo-
cratic Primary. j. A. TRICK.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

I hereby announce myself candl-
date for Township Commissioner for
New Hope Township, subject to the
rules Of the Democratic Primary.
JOHN G.. PUNCHES.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

hereby announce myself as a
candidate for Commissioner for
Willow Township. Subject to the
rules of the Democratic Primary.
w. F. SANFORD.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

The registration books will be
open until Sept. / only. All who
have not registered by that time
will not be allowed to vote.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

At the solicitation of my friends
of Willow Township. l do hereby
announce myself candidate for
Township Commissioner of Willow
Township. and pledge myself to
abide the result of the Democratic
primary.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

I hereby announce myself as a
candidate for Commissioner for Zion
Township. Subject to the rules OF
the Democratic Primary
y. y. HAYDEN, JR.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

I hereby announce myself as
candidate for Commissioner of
Goodbys township, subject to the
rules of the Democratic primary.
ala T. V. BAIR.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

How much will Mr.. Rockefeller
give to the Republican Campaign
fund now he has no fine to pay?
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

The many friends Of. Mr.. T. P.
Horger announces him as candi-
date for the House of. Representa-
tives in the approaching primary.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

The Paper Trust has cut wages
10 per cent, but the Trust is still
protected by the tariff from cutting
be price of it's products.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

hereby announce myself as can
didate for the Office OF County Super
visor and pledge myself to abide by
the rules Of the Democratic Prlnl-
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07
B. H. KNOTS, JR.

hereby announce myself as a
cra1'd"te fnr Cotton Wcigher at
North, subject to the rules OF the
Democratic Party.
HENRY F. GLEATON.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07
CANDIDATE CARDS
FOR UNITED STATES SENATE.

FOR UNITED STATES SENATE.
I beg to announce my candidacy
for the United States Senate in the
Democratic primarv, and
7 respectfully solicit the support Of
the Democratic voters II thla ,..a,e.
r. G.. RHETT.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

I hereby announce myself as a
candidate for reelection as Magis-
trate of the Tenth Judicial District
subject to the rules of the Democratic
Party. w. NJ. J. LIVINGSTON.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07
For Rent.
Tresspass Notice.

Tresspass Notice.
All persons are forbidden to Tres
pass in any way upon the lands Of
the undersigned. 7-31-3t*
L. L. Etheredge,
E. E. McGrill.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

EVERY Democrat should help the
good work along by contributing to
the Democratic campaign fund.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

It's astonishing how quickly pos
session will decrease the value of
most things.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07
Land For Sale.

"a acres of Land North OF Or
angeburg and within thirty MINUTES
drive Of the Court House, 100 acres
upon civ sub-soil, remainder wood
land. Will sci as a whole or I'D
tracts. Apply to L. P. Zeigler,
7-31-tf Neeces, No. 2, S. c.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07
NOUice.

If you have to hold the book or pa
per at or nearly arms length to read
consult the optician.
M. J. D. Dantzler, M. p,
1O-31-6m. Optician
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

EVERY Democrat in Orangeburg
should register at once.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

I hereby announce myself acandi-
date for Commissioner for Orange
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

Don't overstep yourself in an at
tempt to put your best foot forward.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

Many a rich man has barely missed
landing in Jail.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

It's always safe to ask a girl fol
a kiss after you have taken it.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

Marrying a girl with money is the
surest get-rich-Quick scheme.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07
For House of Representatives.

1 hereby announce myself candi-
date for the House Of Representatives
subject to the Democratic primary.
]. B. STROMAN.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07
Township subject to the rules of the
Democratic Primary.
TOMMIE e. EARLY.

W. H Patrick is announced as a
candidate for Commissioner for
Cowcastle Township, subject to the
rules Of the Democratic Primary.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07
Land for Sale j..

346 acres of land fronting on Col
um:ia and stage roads, 2k miles
north OF city, for sale. For furthe,
information apply to Sify and Firth
Oranpeburg. 6. C. a-26-tf
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

Never say die! Try L. l.. L
Buy Lowman's Liver L1fters.
Take Lowmans Liver Lifters
Use Lowman's Liver Llfters
Try Lowman's Liver Lifters.
Ha--is Lithia Water For sale o9
Lowman e Lowman.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

\ large shipment Of pound paper
lust received at Sims Book Store,
which will be sold for 20 cents
pound.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-08-07

CHARLES NJ. ROBINSON.
New-York tribune., 1908-03-04
Has FAITH IN BL4Ck.
-4gne1c Hopes He H'W Not 4ppear
for Jockey Club
TBE Telegraph 70 The Tribune.l |

Albany, March 3.-Senator Agnew tonight
gave out the following statement:
The Legislature is face to face with a clear
cut issue, and one which cannot longer be met
oy subteriuSe or specious argument. Every
member of the Codes Committee knows that
Section SOL of the Penal Code as it now stands
and Sections IL and Is OF the Percy-Cfray law
were very ceverly devised to cfrCurnvent the
this state should not be allowed. and that the
Legislature should pass appropriate laws to
carry this provision into effect. and every mem
ber of the Legislat ature knows that these laws do
not prevent bookmaking and gambling on the
raCetracks.
The Agnew- Hart bills amend the code to take
out thereof the provision for an exclusive pen
any inside the fence OF an authorized racetrack.
anI seek to repeal the sections Of the Percy
Gray law (which refer to the same exclusive
penalty.
I shall be somewhat surprised if Ex-Governor
Black allows himself to be influenced by the
speclous pleas of the Jockey Club and appears
tomorrow under their direction behalf of the
farmers Of the state opposition to these meas
a. statesman and Il gentleman. and should
nate 10 see him go wrong, especially at this
time. on d measure of such transcending moral
Importance 10 the people of this state.
Governor Hughes right this question
IN his annual message to the Legislature and
Ex-Governor Morton right when OF sign
ing the Percy Gray measure he said he did not
believe II would prevent gambling on the tracks.
as II purported 10. but that il should be repealed
II found deficient and in my humble opinion
Ex-Governor Black Will be right if he comes
out in favor Of the bill which provides the same
penalty for gambling inside the track enclosures
as outside
In short do not believe there is an ex-Gov-
erlOr or any prospective Governor of the En-
pire State who afford to out in pub
lie and array himself the side OF the book
makers. who are now protected by our laws in
their unconstitutional vocation, of which the
result can only De disaster. or poverty.
crime 10 tens Of thousands Of their fellow men
New-York tribune., 1908-03-04
AGREEMENT ON CONGO.
King. Leopold Makes Radical Con-
" @cessi0ns to Parliament.

Brussels. March ST is announced that King
Leopold and the Belgian government have
reached a complete agreement the question
of the annexation OF the Congo independent
State. II is said IN official circles that the
agreement was made possible by an important
concession by the King. who consented 10 Par
1iament's having control Of the Congo budget
In addition, the King gives to Belgium the
ma gnifcent domain of Cape Ferrat, in the
South of France. reserving for himself the use
OF it during his lifetime.
The government on its part agrees to propose
that the chambers vote a special fund TO carry
out certain undertakings in the Congo and in
Belgium. This fund is not 10 exceed $1,000
600, and at the same time a special annual
credit of 100000 viii be included in the Congo
budgets for fifteen years for the construction OF
hospitals and other institutions in the Congo
1t is expected that the annexation treaty In
its new form will be presented TO the chambers
on Wednesday or Thursday next It was re-
ported late tonight that The Official Gazette
will publish soon a royal decree abolishing the
crown domain in the Congo Free state.