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The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1912-09-07
COUNTY BOARD MEETING
Board Takes Steps to Issue $40. .OOo
More Road BOnds-New Road Ask
ed for.

The County Board Of Commission
RS met in the supervisors Office Tues
day as customary BON the first Tues
day of the month A number of mat
ters were discussed and acted upon
the chief and most important OF
which was the decision TO issue So
Voo more road Improvement bonds.
All members Of the board were
present and the minutes Of the pre-
vious meeting were read and approv-
ed.
Mr. "A. w. Newman presented a pc
tition from citizens asking that a new
road be created to run from the Zoar
public road to the Plowden's Mill
road at Mr.. ]. w. Brunson's place
The road would be about one and a.
quarter miles long and the right of
way would be granted by the land
owners. Mr.. Newman, in making the
petition stated that a school house
would be built on the road. On this
showing it was moved and seconded
that action on the petition be post
poned, in view of the fact that there
was now a great deal of work ahead.
until the contemplated school was
built.
The matter of issuing more bonds
for building good roads in the county
was next taken up and discussed. 1t
was moved and carried that the prop
er steps be taken as soon as conven-
lent towards the issuing of the Sec
ond installment of $4,000 four and
one-half per cent Road Improve
ment bonds to be dated not later
than December 31st, 1912. The clerk
was instructed to take the necessary
preliminary steps before the next
meeting of the board.
OF the first installment of $4,000
4 1-2 per cent Road Improvement
bonds issued April /, 1911, all funds
have been used for this purpose ex-
cept about s4O0, which will be used
before the second installment can be
| issued.
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1912-09-07

she will teach during the ensuing
school session.
MIR. and Mrs. c. l.. Cuttino and
family have returned to the city af-
ter a stay In Hendersonville.
Misses Lizzie Nelson and Edith
Moore returned to the city Wednes-
day night after spending a pleasant
day with relatives In Stateburg.
Prof. s. III. Edmunds went to CO.
lumbia Thursday morning to attend
meeting of the state educational
commission.
Judge T. b. Fraser went to Ashe-
Vile Thursday morning for a short
stay at that place.
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1912-09-07
SUMTER COMES FIRST.
Game Cocks Come i'm for Their Share
OF Money on Second Day Of Races.

The Sumter fire laddies returned to
the city Tuesday night very much
elated at their success in the Sec
ond days hose wagon races at Flor
ence. In the race Tuesday there
were only three contestants, Sumter
easily leading the other two. Marion
and Columbia, which won first and
second place the day before, were
barred from the race and Bishopville
left before the time for the races.
being unwilling to again try their
luck when they thought that they did
not have a good chance for the mon
ey.
The three teams to run were Sum-
ter, Darlington and Florence. Sum-
ter led off, making the run to the
hydrant in IA 1-5 seconds, getting
water in 2S 2-5 seconds, just lis of
second behind the time of Marion
on Monday, when that team won the
first prize Of 5000. Sumter won 500
by being first.
Darlington came next. The team
made the run to the hydrant in IA
3-5 seconds and showed water in
81 71-100 seconds. Their time was
third.
Florence was the last team to run,
the distance TO the hydrant being
made in Is seconds and water being
shown in 20 seconds, the home team
thus coming for second money.
The Sumter boys are still confident
that they have the fastest team in the
State, if not the fastest horse. and
are willing to make a test Of their
ability TO beat other teams at any
time. They state tnat Jerry was un-
accustomed TO the hard bithulithic
pavement such as they had to run
on in Florence and was consequently
slow and nervous. They had also
had him in the parade for some hours
before the races and this no doubt
helped TO their defeat, making the
horse slower in the race than he
otherwise would have been.
The boys report having had a big
time in Florence although they
were very sorry that the Sumter
crowd did not stay over from Mon
day to Tuesday to see them win first
place on that day.
jerry has come in for a full share
of praise from the members of the
racing squad also. He has been in
-FOUR races and the team has come
first in three of them, a record which
is considered as good as that Of any
team in the state.
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1912-09-07
NV RESIDENCES FOR CITY.
NuMb Der of New Homes Going Tn i'm
various Parts Of the City.

Besides the business houses and
semi-public buildings which are being
erected at various places in the city.
there is quite a great deal of building
gong on In the city, number of new
residences being in course Of construc-
ton in almost all parts Of the city.
Among these buildings one of the
most attractive is the residence being
butt on the cornor of Broad street
and Salem avenue by Mr.. w. b. BOYLE.
This is a handsome two-story. eight
room house, brick veneered and mod
ern in all details. Just next to it on
Broad street Mr.. w. c. Boyle is also
preparing to erect residence The
ground for the foundation is being
Laid now.
Another nice residence being erect
ed is that Of Mr.. Robert Shelor on CAL
houn street, between Mr.. Henry
Harbys and Mr.. Horace Harby's resi-
dences. This is also an eight room
building, brick veneered and modern
in all details.
ON North Main street on the old
Mcdowell property, Mr.. +. C. Man
ming is building small, but attrac-
tive looking cottage.
Another building in course of
erection is that on Calhoun street
between Washington and Church
streets. The residence is being put
up by Mr.. j. l.. McCallum and is a
two story, seven room building.
On the corner Of Salem avenue and
Liberty street, Mr.. j. z. Tisdale has
just completed a nice two-story resi-
dence, having eight rooms.
Three practically new buildings are
those of the Rev. Friday X. Ker-
| Shaw, Thomas jefferson and James /,
Foggie, which are being remodelled
near the corner Of Council street and
Oakland avenue. The owners are col
ored men living in Sumter. The build.
ings are six to eight room two-stor,
structres. One of them is already oc.
| cupied.
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1912-09-07
Where There's Life There's Hope.
Spartanburg Journal.

Spartanburg Journal.
When Cole Blease was elected gov
ernor two years ago, the citizens of
the state feared that shame and dis
grace was in store. But MANY per-
sons with a more optimistic view.
hoped and prayed that Cole Blease
would surprise his friends by making
fairly good governor and disappoint
his friends by not sticking to his
crooked pals. But in this Blease fail
ed He has proven in the two years
he has been governor that either he
has not the ability to be good COVER
nor or that he does not want to be q
good governor.
Today, Blease is thinking of some
thing else. He thinks he is going to
the United States senate and it is to
him now to improve on his former re-
cord and make the State a good gov
ernor. He will create a surprise
equal to the one occasioned by the
count of the votes this week and by
conducting himself in a dignified
hlgh-toned manner, in a. manner that
would be new to Blease, he can put
himself in line for the senatorship
TWO years hence. Unless he does this
he can not hope to be elected senator
for he cannot withstand the storm of
protestation which will fill the State
Tor two years if he is not a good gov
ernor. Cole Blease has the oppor-
tunity to make something out of
himself and to use his brains in ac-
"omphshing results for the good of
the State. Optimistic people and
above all we are optimistic, hope that
such thing is not beyond the bounds
of possibilities.
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1912-09-07
SENT HER NEW DOLLAR BILL
NatrOn Parts with Dear, but Mutilat-
ed Certificate

Washington, Sept. 5.-A Louisville
matron, who for sentimental reasons,
had treasured a mutilated dollar bill
and found it's buying power decreas-
ing While her family and the cost of
living were increasing, sent it to the
treasury today for redemption with
the accompanying note:
i have had this bill for some time,
but have neglected to have il redeem
ed. In the meantime, however, |
nave acquired two little girls, and a
dollar looks much bigger than it used
to look. AS it's buying power seems
to be steadily decreasing 1 send it in
while it Is still worth 80 cents"
new ore dollar note was sent to
her.
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1912-09-07
a Card.

To the Editor of The Watchman and
Southron.
Please allow me space in your val
uaole columns to thank the voters of
sumter County for the splendid vote
given me in the recent primary in
my race for Solicitor. The new ac-
quaintances and friendships which
have made in the campaign are full
compensation for its Inconvenience:
ana although losing in votes, do not
Iecl that | have lost i'm results. 7
nope some day to prove my appre
citation Of their strong support
THOS. III. TATUM.
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1912-09-07
Florence Times.

Florence Times.
The marriage of Miss jamie Sue
saunders and DR.. John Daniel Smyser
OF Baltimore, which took place at the
home Of the brides parents on Thurs
day afternoon, was a most brilliant
| event, and one Of which Florence So
ciety may we'll be proud. Although a
home wedding so great was the num-
; ner OF guests that the entire lower
door of the beautiful family home on
south Dargan street was called into
requisition.
The solemn ceremony which was
performed by the Rev. r. II. Gillespie
of the Presbyterian church, took
place in the drawing room.
The attendants were: Miss Louise
Archibald. of Birmingham. Ala, as
| main of honor.
DR.. +. II. Mcleod. best man; Miss
Mary Brunson and Mr.. McFadden
Gregg; Miss Fannie Saunders of Sum-
ter with Mr.. Thomas Barringer; Miss
Alice Pegues of Darlington with Mr..
Harry Saunders; Miss Virginia Saun-
ders Of Sumter with Mr. Percy Brown
Miss Bessie Trippet Of Boykin with
MIR. Ray Smith of Timmonsville; ;
Miss Annie McCown with Mr. Willie
Haynsworth; Miss Ruth Williamson
with Mr.. Harllee Haynesworth Of CO.
lumbia; Mrs. Grigsby Chandler as
brides dame with Mr.. Chandler as
| groomsman.
The ushers were DR.. Riley. DIR.
smith. Mr.. Saunders Of Hagood and
Mr.. w. Saunders Of Hagood.
After the ceremony DR.. and Mrs.
smyser left for a bridal trip to Caes-
ers Head and other mountain resorts.
! Mrs. Smyser is the daughter of Mr..
and Mrs. III. S. Saunders, and is a
young woman Of high tone and fine
character and is beloved by many
friends.
DIR. Smyser Is a young man of most
attractive personality and already in
spite of his youth. a successful spe-
cialist in his chosen profession.
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1912-09-07
EXCURSION
To Jacksonville and Tampa, Florida
via The Atlantic Coast line.

On Tuesday, September 18th. the
Atlantic Coast Line will sell round
TRIP tickets from Sumter to Jackson
vile, Fla, at $3.50 and to TAMPA at
Se'oo, limited to return Tesday, Sep
TENDER 24th, 1912. PropOrtionate
rates Will be made from other points
IN virginia, North and South Carolina.
Extra sleeping cars and coaches
SuHlclent To accommodate all pas
SehSers Will be placed on trains and
everything will be done by the man.
aSement Of the Atlantic Coast Line
TO make this a first-claSs excursion
For tickets, Pullman accommodo-
u"ns and schedules see the nearest
agents, or address, II. G.. White Gem
crai Passenger Agent, or w. j. Craig
Passenger Traffic Manager, Whining
ton. y. &.
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1912-09-07
BIG EXCURSION TO AUGUSTA.
1t Will BE the Excursion of the Year

1t Will BE the Excursion of the Year.
Are you going to be Ine ut the big
crowd to take in that big excursion
that Thomas III. knight will run from
Florence to Augusta on Monday Sep
tember the 10th, via the famous At
lantic Coast Line, the Standard Rail
road Of the South, or are you going to
miss the best opportunity OF your life
to enjoy one OF the finest excursions
ever offered? Don't miss this splendid
trip; there Is no reason for it. You
can make it for only $1.60 and why
let that small amount stand in the
way Of your enjoying a trip unequalled
by any similar trip Of the season. 1t
certainly is the best Offering ever pre-
sented to the people of this section
and it is expected that when the
train pulls out on that day she will
carry an immense crowd of happy
cXcursionists. Train Will leave here at
1.23 a. m; Will leave Augusta on the
return at 7.30 p. IN. The round trip
fare from here is only 60. There
Will be separate coaches for white
and colored passengers. This Will be
the last and best excursion or the
year. Get in line and b. counted with
wise and knowing ones.
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1912-09-07
BRETHREN FIGHT FOR CHURCH
Two Factions of Orange Hill II. U. F..
church Disagree About Possession.

The colored brethren Of the Or
ange Hill r. L. E. Church are in a
quandary concerning the ownership
OIL thelr church and they decided a
Few days ago to take their difficulty
before fully authorized MAGISTRATE
and with lawyers fight out the case
lor possession, allowing the magistrate
to decide the case according to the
! law.
However, they were not successful
III Ihelr frst attempts, for Magis-
trate Wells, before whom the case
was heard Tuesday, was unable to
settle the difficulties between the
TWO factions and the case was sent
on up to the higher court for a cir
cult judge to hear and decide. There
were two factions in membership of
the church, one the Ross faction.
| Ross being the preacher appointed
to serve the church, or r. L. Church
which side was represented by Mr.. J.
ii. Clifton, and the r. U. E. church
faction, headed by their former pas
tor, the Rev. A. S. Boston. who
| claimed to be the old line members.
| and who had the key to the situation
| in that they had the key to the
church and had locked out of the
| church the members of the other
faction. Mr.. r. d. Epps represented
this faction.
Inc case was on warrant to eject
Tor trespass. The r. L. or Ross fac
ton claimed to be much more nu-
merous than the other faction. and
wanted the magistrate, through prop
er processes of law, TO make the 9TH
er side turn over to them the kew TO
the church and to allow them the
privilege of conducting their own
services in the church as suited
| themselves. Their pastor, the Rev.
Ross, had been appointed at con-
ference meeting held at Charleston.
and according to them was the prop
er head Of the church.
| The other side, who claimed to be
the old-liEers, had the church and
would not give it up to the other fac
tion Tor them to use. They claimed
that at general assembly, or con-
ference or some other such conven-
ton, held at Savannah they had
shown that they had r. U. E. church
in good standing and their pastor, the
Rev. A. S. Boston. was appointed.
There was some difficulty in distin-
gushing between the r. us and the
r. U. Els, but after awhile Judge
Wells was able to see which faction
was which and the matter was gone
over so fully that all of the intensely
interesting spectators who had gath
cred to hear the case were CONVEX
SAINT with the who's who" in it be-
fore it was threshed out.
Judge Wells declined to grant the
request of the r. US and, after Sc
curing bond from both factions. sent
the case up to the higher court for
trial. Mr.. Clifton argued that this
action of the magistrate was| contrary
to the law and he gave notice that
he would appeal the case and en-
deavor to get the judge to issue an
order that the case be heard over and
decided in the magistrates court.
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1912-09-07
To the People of Sumter County.

Since the primary of August 9th
have seen as many of my friends as
possible and thanked them personal
iy for their support and the vote of
l,1O5 given me in that primary; but
/ have been unable to see so many, !
must take this means of expressing
to them my appreciation of their
support and votes, and to assure them
that II reelected, i will do my best to
promote the prosperity and develop
ments Of our County and State.
r. Is. BELSER.
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1912-09-07
An Application OF the Recall. {"

Augusa Chronicle.
In Athens $4,000 years ago ballots
were made of pressed clay and shells
and other shell fish. Hence we have
the word "Ostracise" from the Greek
word meaning shell. Ostracism is
the first recorded recall by the peo-
pie. When citizen in public life be-
came undesirable call was made for
an election for the purpose of banish-
ing him five or ten years until he
could learn to behave. They some
times banished their best citizens.
Aristides, one of the most honorable
of Athenian statesmen, was banished.
When the voting was going on a cit;-
zen walked up to him. seeing that he
was somebody and was educated
handed him shell and asked him to
write his ticket. Aristides asked whose
name he should write down. He said
"Aristides." The name was written
and he asked the voter why he wished
to Danish him. His reply was: Il am
tired of hearing every one call him
the Just. t.'-Spartanburg Journal
In Virginia the recall was expressed
hy shooting the judge off the bench
and hullot-holing the prosecuting ot-
1orncN. Augusta Chronicle
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1912-09-07
Absolutely Cruel.
Pathfinder.

Il dITIITUtT.
! suppose YOU are proud Of your
wife's literary success" said tho in
innate friend
Yes replied Mr.. Stubbs. "Onlv |
wish she wouldn't insist on making
the hero of every novel a tall. athletic
young man. with wavy hair and pierc.
fng blue eyes. Anybody can see that
am short. fat. bald and compelled
to wear specs"
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1912-09-07

Miss jamie Hardee, who has made
Columbia her homo for severa,
months. returned yesterday to her
old home in Chester. She made many
friends here who will regret To learn
that she has left the city for good
Columbia Record
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1912-09-07

The cooler weather came as "A sur
prise TO some and a great relief to all
the people of the city "Wednesday.
who have been sweltcrine i'm heat for
the past week while the mercury
stood near the century mark for sev-
era! hours every day.
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1912-09-07

Duncan came mighty near saving
'he state. Dune, old fellcr. we didn't
Know You had il in you,-Darlington
News and Press.
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1912-09-07
o. ACRE FARM

90 ACRE FARM-One-quarter mile
from Coats. y. {. Graded school.
also 200 acre farm near This land
for sale, cheap. Write w. II. Par
rish Coats. y. c.
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1912-09-07

cs'crssi nt Tire Poaonsce nt Sssnau.r, =
a.. as s~.s,nd Ci.ss Matter.
BoletiÌn mercantil de Puerto Rico. (San Juan, P.R.) 18??-1918, 1912-06-26
S E VEN D E

Una vieja cuadra consistente
de zinc acanalado, vigas y ta-
bias propiedad de la Porto Rican Elk
press Company, situada en- ell Terra
plen american Railroad Company
cerca Y al lado oeste del Muelle de los
Franceses. Sc vendera al mejor postor
Para condolences y otros informes di
rigirse la ofcina principal de la Por.
to Rican Express Company, Tetuan, No
SO.
BoletiÌn mercantil de Puerto Rico. (San Juan, P.R.) 18??-1918, 1912-06-26

El trabajador Valentin Cabassa, que
venia aver por la carretera de Sal Ger
man, . Mayaguez, fue atacado per a
rios bueyes realengos y recibi6 por uno
de ellos, dos cornadas EN- una pierna
Ell citado Valentin. rodo por e suelo
Y prestaronle auxilio varias personas de
aquellos lugares. siendo condueido la
casa de asistencia donde le curaron las
heridas que eran de 20 centimetros de
profundidad
BoletiÌn mercantil de Puerto Rico. (San Juan, P.R.) 18??-1918, 1912-06-26

Aver, Ell la calle de la Princesa, el
autom6vil de carga 812, de la Porto Ri
co Motor Company, guiado por ell chau-
ffeur Fred Dubois choc6 con ell auto
m6vil 4l9 del senior Sanchez Morales,
guiado por su dueno. lie ocasion6 va
rios desperfectos
BoletiÌn mercantil de Puerto Rico. (San Juan, P.R.) 18??-1918, 1912-06-26
NOTICIAS

Ell dfa % del actual, en- el poblado
"Boqaeron" de Cabo Rojo, pereci6
ahogada EN- una charca la nina Juana
Matos, de amos de edad
FL individuo Cirilo J. del Pino agre-
di6 en- Caguas el sabado ultimo, a
Federico Rufno, infri6ndole cinco he
ridas leves con una navajo FL agresor
fue arrestado.
BoletiÌn mercantil de Puerto Rico. (San Juan, P.R.) 18??-1918, 1912-06-26

Nj Rsted qaiere vender ana casa, IN
utom6vil, una ioys, ago de valor 6 Dc
arte, ofrezcalos 4 qaien paeda eom-
prarlo.
~ qRien paeas comprar sia diaersi
La geate que 10 tiene lee NJ B0I.x.
TIN HEmROAMTTL.
BoletiÌn mercantil de Puerto Rico. (San Juan, P.R.) 18??-1918, 1912-06-26

Los siguientes servicios han side
prestados por la poIicia de este distri-
to en- las illtimas veinticuatro horas
Acometimiento y aggression l alterar la
paz, 8, infracci6n ordenanzas munich
pales, J.
BoletiÌn mercantil de Puerto Rico. (San Juan, P.R.) 18??-1918, 1912-06-26
Sc ALQUILA una eXcele

Sc ALQUILA una excelente habita-
ci6n, grandey bien ventilada, y con bal
con la calle, en- uno de los sitios mas
centricos de San Juan.
Para informes San Francisco, So, pi-
SO So, derecha.
BoletiÌn mercantil de Puerto Rico. (San Juan, P.R.) 18??-1918, 1912-06-26
A us 0

Ell VAPOR CUBANO JULIA" CON
OBJETO DE EVITAR Ell SER Qua
RENTENADO EN- LOS PUERTOS DE
SU RUTA NO TOCARA EN- SAN
JUAN. 10 HARA ST EN- PONCE Y
MAYAGUEZ HACIA Ell 26 Y q DEL
ACTUAL.
vILLAR Y CoMPANIA (Agentes)
Deposito No. 2 (Marina)
BoletiÌn mercantil de Puerto Rico. (San Juan, P.R.) 18??-1918, 1912-06-26
BuENA OCCASION.

BUENA OCASION.- Sc vende una
victoria una pareja de caballos cru
zados. Todo clio resnlta un tren de
exquisite gusto, Y Sc da 'por la mitad
de su valor
Para informes, dirigirse a la Cochera
de Pancho Hernandez, Santurce.
BoletiÌn mercantil de Puerto Rico. (San Juan, P.R.) 18??-1918, 1912-06-26

En- la calle de la Tanca esquina Te-
tuan, un caro- del Municipio, guiado
por Felix Coto, choc6 aver con el auto
m6vil del senor Frank Martinez, guia-
do por el chauffeur Genaro Nieves eau
sandole desperfectos.
BoletiÌn mercantil de Puerto Rico. (San Juan, P.R.) 18??-1918, 1912-06-26

Esta tarde Sc efectuaran las inscrip-
clones para las carreras que ell domingo
han de efectuarse en- Ell Hip6dromo
BoletiÌn mercantil de Puerto Rico. (San Juan, P.R.) 18??-1918, 1912-06-26
EXOUlSITOS POSTRES

No hay otros mejores nj mas ricos
para famiias y Hoteles que la PASTA
y JALEA de guayaba marca LA Cons
tancia" de
BoletiÌn mercantil de Puerto Rico. (San Juan, P.R.) 18??-1918, 1912-06-26
Anguera & Co. Ponce.

De venta en- todos los buenos eSa-
blecimientos.
The day book. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1911-1917, 1912-08-06

,
cheeks the color of wild rose,
eyes as blue as the sky and hair
the purest haxen. In her pretty
blue bingham work dress, low at
neck and short of sleeves, reveal
ing bewitching dimples at throat
and elbows, she was the prettiest
sight that ever gladdened a milk
mans heart on the longest route.
When he turned into the street
that led to the house that held her
his heart beat so loud that he
could scarcely hear the rattle of
the milk cans behind him. The
twenty-four hours eliminated for
him in the minute when he rang
his bell before her door and saw
her trip out on the sidewalk to-
ward him. Their glory vanished
a moment after when he regret
fully saw her turn away.
Elsa never fingered over get
ting the milk as some of the
maids did. The smile that she be-
slowed upon him was not one bit
brighter than that she gave the
butchers boy, an insignificant lad
of 10. If she knew that she was
the darling of the milkman's
heart she gave no sign. And it
seemed very likely that she did
not know it, for he was bashful-
terribly bashful.
He was proud, too. When the
dreadful blow fell and Elsa's mis-
tress dismissed him, without one
glimpse of Elsa, he would not
have sought her for the world.
But all the sunshine went out of