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Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1913-07-23
Poplar Springs News.

Poplar Springs, July 21.-Special:
Farmers i'll this section are about
through laying-by their crops and we
have fine prospects for an abundant
crop this year.
Misses Pearl and Bertha Sanders
have returned from a weeks visit in
Anderson.
+. M. Lynch and Sam Cleland and
Mrs. Martha Lynch and three chill
dren are all in Pickens county on an
extended visit to relatives and
friends.
Mr.. ad Mrs. Bart Hopkins, of An
derson, are visiting the latter's mo-
ther, Mrs. j. M. Sanders.
Miss lola Malley Is in Westmin-
ster this week on visit to relatives
and friends and will attend the Wo-
mans Missionary Union before re-
turning.
Mrs. w. H. Boyd and three chill
dren, of Clearmont, spent the latter
part OF last week visiting at the
homes OF Claude and Monroe Gam
breil and J, H. Lee. Mrs. Boyd will
leave the latter part Of this week for
Laurens, where she will visit her
mother and family. Mr.. and Mrs.
BOYD expect to make their future
nome at Greenwood, Mr.. Boyd hav-
ing accepted a position there. We
regret the removal Of these good peo-
pie from our midst, but wish them
much success in all OF their under
takings.
Conditions are good for the buifd-
ings of dwellings. Some of our peo-
pie nave already remodeled and
painted their houses, adding much
to their appearance. Material is be-
ing laid down at J. l.. Moser's place
Tor the erection OF a new dwelling
house.
A series Of meetings will be be-
gun on Thursday night, July oath, at
Poplar Springs Baptist church. The
pastor, Rev. u. l. Henderson, will
De assisted in the services by Rev.
Mr.. Hammett, of Greenville. Every
body cordially invited to attend.
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1913-07-23
Mrs. Mary Hunter,

Died. at the home OF her son, W..
M. Huater, about four miles south OF
Westminster, on Saturday. July t9,
Mrs. Mary Hunter, aged 83 years.
Mrs. Hunters death was duo to khe
infirmities Of age. She was critically
Ill only couple OF days. Her body
was laid TO rest in the cemetery OF
Bethel Baptist church. near Oakway,
Sunday afternoon at about O'Clock,
funeral services being conducted by
Rev. j. j. PayseuT
Mrs. Hunter had been faithful
member of Bethlehem Baptist church
for number of years. She was an
estimablc Christian lady and was
ripe for the kingdom. She was the
widow of the late Capt. William
Hunter, who died at Mountain Rest
eleven years ago. She was a native
OF Pickens county, but the family
had resided at Mountain Rest for
more than thirty-five years.
Her surviving sons and daughters
are as follows: w. NJ. and ]. L. Hun
ter, OF Westminster; Davis Hunter,
OF Reno, Nevada; Mrs. Andrew Bear
den, OF Oakway, and Mrs. Lizzie Orr
or Mountain Rest. She leaves also
several grand and great-grandehil-
dren.
Z The sorrowing relatives have the
sympathy of a host of friends In their
bereavement
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1913-07-23
Jefferson to Supplant Mckinley.

Washington, July 19.-The Nc
Kinley post card Is doomed to disap-
pear. The features of the martyred
President are TO be removed to give
way to those of Thomas Jefferson.
Postmaster General Burleson has
written to Senator Burton, of Ohio,
that his decision in this regard Is ir-
revocable. The Senator had protest
ed personally against the change and
had forwarded to Mr.. Burleson a
protest from the Mckinley Club Of
Canton, Ohio. The Postmaster Gen
eral replied that the peoples en-
dorsement sof the author OF the Dec
jaration OF Independence in the last
election justified the change. He in
sisted that no slight to the memory
Nf Mckinley was meant.
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1913-07-23
Mrs. Martha Jane Singleton.

1t is with profound sorrow that we
chronicle the death of Mrs. Marbha
Jane Singleton, widow of the late
Miles Z, Singleton, which sad event
occurred at the Singleton home place,
on Tugafoo river, near Taber church.
last Friday afternoon, July 1Sth, at
l O'Clock.
Her hody was laid to rest In the
cemetery of Nazareth M. e. church
Saturday at IL o'clock noon by the
side OF the grave of her husband, who
had preceded hcr to the grave lust
eight months. Funeral sc. vices were
conducted at her late residence by
her nephew, Rev. J. L. Singleton.
pastor of the Methodist church at
Starr, and assisted by Rev. M. M.
Brooks, of Westminster.
Five SONS, Revs. J. F.. and HI. L..
Singletona George, william and A.
w. Singleton, and son-in-law, J. r,
Porter, were the pail bearers.
Mrs. Singleton before her marriage
was Miss Martha Jane Higgins, of
Piekens county, and she was in the
10Th year OF her age. She was mar
ried TO Mr. Singleton November 16,
1854. Their married life covered a
period of IS years, Mr.. Singleton
having departed this life on the Goth
day of last November.
. Unto Mr. and Mrs. Singleton were
born six sons and two daughters, ali
OF whom are living: George e. and
ThoS P., Mrs. Jas. r. Porter and Miss
Sallie Singleton, of the Taber Sec
tion; Rev. Jas. f. Singleton, pastor
of the First Baptist church at States
'boro. Ga,; Rev. Henry L. Singleton,
OF the South Carolina Conference.
whose home is at Loris, this State; !;
W. A, and A, w. singleton, OF the
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1913-07-23
FOUR coon CITIZENS GONE.
Death Visits Westminster and Vicin+-
ity, Taking Old and Young.
(Tugaloo Tribune.)

The death of James H. Ligon,
which occurred at his home on Main
street at about o'clock on the even
ing of July 18th, brought great. aor-
row to many. Mr.. Ligon had been
i'll little more than two weeks, hay-
ing suffered bilious attack on Sum
day, June 20. He was in bed only
few days and was thought to- have
been on fair road to recoverY.. But
four or five days before his DEATH he
was again taken seriously sick, and
thoughpmedfcal aid was promptly
summoned and careful attention
given him, it was soon realizedi that
his case was hopeless.
Mr.. Lfgon was 70 years old, having
been born In 1843. He was native
OF Anderson county and was brought,
up in and near the town 0f William
ston He enlisted in the Civil War
from Anderson county as a member
OF Company B, Hampton Legion. He
served In the Carolinas and the, VIII
Einias 1e was courier to Gem
Gary's brigade in some of the. en-
gagements.
Reforming home at the close of the
war Mr. Eigon was married to. Miss
Anna puckworth, of Williamson.
They resided in Mississippi for a. few
years. Coming to Westminster I'M
the EeTeUties. when the town was
JUST srarred, he lent a hand in the
pnbutlding OF it. The section where
be built his home was then In woods,
Hr. aigon was man, of honor and,
Integrity, and was true and loyal to,
his friends. He is survived BY, his,
widow TO whom the sympathy of a.
wide c'rcla of friends Is extended In.
her no n of sorrow and affiiction. The
dece&sau leaves ohs brother; b. W..
Ligon. Gf Atlanta.
Shorg funeral services were con-
Quoted by Rev. M. NJ. Brooks, assist
ed by Rev. r. l.. Duffie, at the late
residence of the deceased "Wednesday
afternoon at 4.30. Interment was
made in Eastview cemetery at the
conclusion of the funeral.
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1913-07-23
SAFEH THAN CALOMEL.
DodSOn's kdver Tone at Night VIII
SIaighten You Out by Morning.
Catomei May Knock You
Out ~; = Days yyork.

IL you are caloplal user, next
time you are tempted to buy it ask
your druggist If he can absolutely
guarantee the drug not to harm Won.
he won't do it, because he CAN'T do
it.
But here Is perfect substitute
for calomel which the druggist does
guaantee-the famous Dodson's
Liver Tone. Belts Drug Co. will re-.
fund your money without question if
you are not thoroughly satisfie&,
Go to Bells Drug Co, WHOM Won
are acquainted with, and find OUT
about the great number of peeple
who are taking this remarkable rem
edy and feeling better, keener.
healthier, and better able to eniov
life than they ever were when tax.
ing "alomal.
Why? Because calomel is n moi.
son-one that may stay in the avs
tenn, aud while seeming to benefit
you temporarily, may do harm i'm
the end. If you haven't felt these Ill
effects so far, 1t Is because Won are
fortunate enough to have a atrone
constitution.
Don't take the risk ar,y lon ger ,fss4
bottle of Dodson's Liver Tone
(50c.) and note how easily and nat
urally 1t corrects all bilioua condi-
tions, how 1t clears away that sick
headache and coated tongue, how 1t
sets you right without ache or CRIME.
ihe, most wonderful thing Ia the
world for constipation. ~
All this without the slightest Inter
ference with your regular habits. ad.
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1913-07-23
Rid Your Children Of Worms.

Y u can change fretful, in-tem-
pered children into healthy, happy
youngsters by ridding them Of
worms. Tossing, rolling, grinding of
teeth, crying out while asleep, ac-
companied with intense thirst, pains
in the stomach and bowels, feverish-
ness and bad breath, are symptoms
that indicate worms. Kickapoo
Worm Killer, a pleasant candy ioz-
enge, expels the worms, regulates the
bowels, restores your children TO
heath and happiness. Mrs. ]. A.
Brisbin, OF Elgin, ILL.,, says: "I have
used Kickapoo Worm Killer for
years, and entirely rid my children
OF worms. / would not be without
It," Guaranteed. All druggists, or
by mail. Price 26c. Kickapoo In
dian Medicine Co., Philadelphia and
st. Louis. adv.
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1913-07-23
Free Speech Woman Arrested.

Portland, Ore, July f9.-Having
failed to live up to her agreement to
leave the State by midnight last
night, DR.. Marie e. .Et nj, the woman
physician who led free speech"
demonstration by feminine Industrial
Workers Of the World Thursday
night, which ended in her arrest, was
formally charged to-day with melting
riot, carrying weapons, and assault
with a deadly weapon. She was re-
fused bail. DR.. Equi threatened to
stab officers with hat pins dipped in
poison If they interfered with her.
An officer was scratched by a pin i'll
arresting her. The injury gives no
evidence of poison.
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1913-07-23
NEWS FROM RICHLAND.
The Burial of Mrs. Simpson-Import-
ant Church Meeting.

Richland, July 21.-Special: Fri.
day and Saturday were probably the
hottest days Of this year here. The
air was cooled off and purified in
parts of the community Sunday even
Ing by good rain, accompanied by
some hail, which did little or no
damage to the crops.
T. B. Wyly returned to his work
in Columbia last Tuesday after a
weeks visit to homefolks here. He
was accompanied by his wife, who
will spend some time with him.
Miss McClanahan, of Westminster
spent several days last week at the
home of Hon. E. r. Werner.
Miss Fredda Hughs Is in Atlanta,
where she Is receiving dental treat
ment.
Mrs. j. j. Lewis and daughter,
Miss Ella, Of Pickens, are visiting at
the home of w. H. Hughs.
Stokes Wyly returned to his work
last week after short vacation at
home. He holds position in the
post office at Georgetown.
We are glad to report that Master
Marion Hughs Is growing stronger,
He has been confined to his bed for
nearly month, and we hope he will
soon be able to be up again.
Henry Hughs-- made a visit to
Greenville Tuesday.
Miss Annie McMahan starts to Wis
1ting rural schools to-day for the
purpose of helping them In any way
they may need It,
A protracted meeting will begin at
Rock Springs Methodist church next
Sunday evening at 4 o'clock If every
thing is favorable.
A meeting Of the officers (elders
and deacons) Of Richland church was
called to be held at the church next
saturday morning at 10 o'clock to
transact business pertaining to the
welfare Of the church.
We are very sorry to note the
death OF Mrs. Simpson, which oc-
CURED at her home in Anderson Mon
day night of last week. She was
mere Dopuiariy known mere as Miss
Emily Dendy, youngest daughter of
Thomas and Lucy Dendy The fune-
raj services were held at her home
an Anderson Tuesday evening and
me- body was brought here Wednes-
DAY on No. 80, accompanied by her
husband and several Of his and her
relatives. The corpse was carried to
Richland Presbyterian cemetery and
buried at o'clock. Among those
who were present at her burial, be-
sides large number of friends and
relatives of this community, we're
Mr.. and Mrs. Allen Dendy, of Ander-
son; MIR. and Mrs. Marett, Of Lavo-
mia; Plumer Dendy, Mr.. and Mrs.
Allen Terrell, Mrs. Luther England
and II. G. Terrell, Of Westminster:
Mr.. Simpson, his mother, two broth
ers and other kin Of Anderson. The
floral offerings at the grave we're
beautiful and numerous.
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1913-07-23
Mrs. Lula. Davis.

Mrs. Lula Simpson Davis, widow
OF the late Wayman Davis, died at
the home OF her father-in-law, w. T..
Davis, OF the Oconee MILL village,
last Thursday night after a brief i'll
ness. She leaves, one, child, father,
mother, one brother and several sis
ters to mourn her death. Mrs. Davis
was daughter of Mr. and Mrs. ]. B.
Simpson and granddaughter of the
late Harrison Jennings. She was a
member of the. Baptist church and a
devoted Christian lady. Mrs. Davis
was a young woman, about 25 years
OF age. Hen husband died about
three years ago. The fond parents
and other relatives have the sincere
sympathy of many friends in their
sorrow. Her body was buried in the
cemetery of the First Baptist church
Friday. Funeral services were con-
Quoted by Rev. M. NJ. Brooks.
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1913-07-23
CHINESE MUTINY ON STEAMER.
Passengers Thrown Into Panic-Sev-
raj Persons Wounded.

New Orleans, July 21.-Mutiny of
26 Chinese on the steamship Comus,
arriving to-day from New York, re-
suited In panic among the passen-
gers. the probable fatal shooting of
one of the mutimeers, the wounding
of three others and slight injuries to
First officer M. l.. Proctor, of the
Comus. The general fight occurred
on the forward deck of the steamer
to-day.
Proctor probably owes his life to
the, bravery of Mrs. Florence Shaw,
a stewardess,. who saved him from
being thrown overheard the infu-
mated Chinese. The officers ordered
all the Chinese to the hold when the
vessel was about 40 miles down the
river. The Orientals protested it
was too hot down there. Proctor
Insisted, and six of them had rushed
him to the rail when Mrs. Shaw ap-
peared. She BHttled her way among
tile Chinese and prevented them
from throwing" Proctor overheard. :,
Proctor then drew his weapon, fired
and the fight began.
Other members of the crew and
several volunteer passan gers r,.shed
to the melee amid screams OF the
women passengers, terrified at, the
pistol shooting and free use of clubs
Finally the Orientals were cowed by
superior force-and weapons and,swere
sent TO the hofd. The most seriously
injured mann is shot through the
lungs and 1t: lis said he VIII die.,
The Chinese were being brought
here to act as strike-breakers for the
United States Fruit Company, whose
seamen walked out some time ago.
Each is undar SbOO h0nd ESao r;,, NJ
some might try to escape as the CO.
mus was coming up the river, the
Chinese were ordered to the hold.
When the boat docked the Orien-
tails were, ordered to come back on,
deck one. art a time. With drawn.
weapons police, who had been noti4
ted by wireless, took the men, in,
charge. All except the. wounded
were taken to the fruit" company&s.
station ard disposition of them has
not yet been decided.
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1913-07-23
ROBERT Il. TODD DEAD.
Former OcOnee Boy Loses Life by
Accident i'm Texas.

Last Wednesday the sad news of
the untin1ely death Of Robert T.
Todd reached Walhalla. He and his
wife and infant daughter were vis-
iting cousin near Elgin, Texas, and
on the afternoon of July 18th he and
his cousin were riding horseback,
when Mr.. .Todd's horse became un-
manageable and he was thrown
against a tree and instantly killed,
his neck being broken by the fall.
Robert Terrell Todd was the eld-
est son Of Mr.. and Mrs. M. G. Todd,
of Walhalla, and was born Novem-
Der 20, 1887, In the Bethel section,
near here. At an early age he united
with the Bethel Presbyterian church,
and was consistent member of this
church until few months ago, when,
at his own request, be was dismissed
to the Presbyterian church OF San
Antonio, Texas. Mr.. Todd's life was
early consecrated, and he exemplifed
to marked degree in his daily walk
the religion he professed. Honest,
sincere and true, he was known by
all his acquaintances as an humble
Christian.
In January, 1907, he enlisted in
the United States Marine Service and
was assigned to the battleship Yer
mont. He accompanied the Atlantic
fleet on It's cruise around the world.
In January, 1911, his enlistment ex-
ptred and he received an honorable
discharge. While in the service he
received several promotions.
About September, 1911, he moved
to Texas, and on April II, 1912, was
happily married to Miss Launa r.
Ferrell, of Round Rock, Texas. One
daughter blessed this union, born
March 10, 1913.
Mr.. Todd died July 13, 1913, and
was buried July 14th at Round Rock.
Rev. Mr.. Davis, OF the Presbyte rian
church, conducted the funeral The
hearts of our people go out in sympa-
try to the bereaved family. Mr..
Todd is survived by his father and
mother, Mr.. and Mrs. M. C. Todd,
four sisters and two brothers, all of
WaIhalla.
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1913-07-23
Commander McCully Advanced.

Washington, July 21.--By a naval
order Issued to-day Commander NJ.
A. McCully, whose old home Is An
derson, s. c., is detached from COM
mand OF the Mayflower, known as
the Presidents yacht" and assign
ed to the command of the cruiser
California. The promotion OF Com
mander McCully to the rank of cap
tain Is soon due, and to-6ay's order
Is In anticipation OF that event,
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1913-07-23
Bolton Merchant Dies.

Anderson, s. c., July 18,t-John c..
Kay, a well known merchant of Bel
tion, died here to-day at the hospital
following an accident yesterday.
An operation was performed here,
but was without success, He was as
years old, prominently connected and
is survived by his wife and four
children,
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1913-07-23
Blew on Haadn With Dynamite,

Grand Rapids. Mimi, July 2f.-
While a dalf dozen workmen hooked
on, John! Abe, a. farm hand, placed a
stick Of dynanabte on his head and
lighted, a fuse His head was, blown
IN fragments. He left note implor-
ing his friends to express no, regret
at his act.
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1913-07-23

Life Is, a masquerade. Otherwise.
people wouldn't fall in love at 6rst
sight.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1913-09-11
VERMONT NOTES.

In this poor apple season Mrs. Mabel
Carpenter of St Johnsbury has a tree
bearing fruit while one side is full of
blossoms.
st. Johnsbury's Commercial club will
hold its opening banquet September %.
The speakers will be the Hon. Henry C.
Ide. late minister to Spain. Charles w.
Gates, State highway commissioner, and
$. n, Stimson, county agricultural agent,
Alfred Adams has resigned his position
at the Ely hoe and fork factory at St
Iohnsbury after a service OF Al years,
lie is the first man to receive a pension
from the company and Is the oldest man
in its employ, having passed his 18th
year.
The annual reunion of Company G, 9th
Vermont volunteers, was held Friday
at Barre with an attendance Of p only
10 OF whom, however, were active in the
war the remainder of those present be
ng honorary members
A four generation reunion OF the Des-
rochers family IL being held at st, Johns
bury, Mrs. Margaret ncnochers of Beebe
Que, the oldest OF the line, being s.
| years. She has eight children, AZ grand
! children, and Il great-grandchildren scat
tered through New England.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1913-09-11
GAYNOR ON THE OCEAN.
Mayor Surprises Friends and Enemies
by Sailing for Europe.

New York, Sept. 4.-Mayor Gaynor sur
prised his friends and enemies alike to-
day by sailing for Europe on the steam
chip Baltic. Advertisement that he should
leave New York on the eve of his cam
paign for reelection was somewhat allay-
ed by the announcement that his trip
would last only 81 days. The mayor
will return on the same ship, due to ar
rive here September %.
Mayor Gnynor's plans. previously an
nounced. spoke Of a vacation nip of two
weeks to tho Adirondacks. which was to
begin to-day. Only his most intimate
friends knew that he had gone abroad
until after the Baltic had sailed at noon.
The mayor changed his plans at the
eleventh hour because he believed that
a sea trip would give him greater relief
from the throat trouble that has REQUIRED
. at intervals since he was shot more thar
three years ago. This attempt to assas.
sinate the mayor was made aboard ar
ocean liner at Hoboken which was tC
carry him TO Europe on a trip some what
like that which he began to-day. The
bullet that lodged In his throat three
years ago is still there and his voice
never has served him for public speaking
since that time. When notified of hi:
choice as an Independent candidate fol
reelection Yesterday he was obliged t.
have his secretary read his answer o
acceptance.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1913-09-11

Washington. Sept. 7.-Wiliam j. Bryan,
secretary of State, on his September lee
ture tour will share the big tent" with
,iuggers. maCicians yodlers, brass bands
character mpersonators and other vaudo-
willie attractions. Paul NJ Pearson. direc-
tor of the Chautauqua Association Of
Pennsylvania, who made this lnterosting
announcement yesterday, was quick %
add that of course. Mr.. Bryan would b.
| the biggest drawing card of them all.
! The Bryan tour will begin tomorrow
at Salisbury. Md. and will end September
| % at Warrenton, Va. II will take in
towns in Maryland. Virginia and Penn
! sylvania. Mr. Bryan will lecture on The
! Signs of the Times" and "rhc Making of
a Man"
| The official announcement of the tour
! is made as attractive as possible and can
best speak for itself. Here it is in part
Mr.. Bryan will take the place as stel.
lar attraction Of this Chautauqua cir.
cult which Judge Ben h, Lindsey OF
Denver has been holding until now. Or
each day of his appearance Mr. Bryan
will share the program with a different
| set Of attractions. At Stroudsburg h,
will divide the day with the Nationa
OPERATE company and with William T
Ellis, who lectures on Americas interna
tional mission,
1.-The Florentine concert band and Mis-
Nelrose. .oloist, will accompany the sec
rotary of state on another day. Again
he will share tho honors with a company
Of magiclans and jugglers. On still an
other occasion ne will help draw crowds
10 hear Frank Dixon, who lectures or
An Outgrown Constitution Secrotar,
BRYAN will probably enjoy better the da,
Union Prof Paul NJ. Pearson lecture
with him on The JOY of Living and Mis-
Rrodbeck soloist daughter of Congress
man Brodbeck of PENNSYLVANIA, an,
Henry Such. vioinlst provide the music
"Alnine yodlers. BATHS impersona
lions of Dickens characters and
scientific demonstration arr
other features which will help tn
secretary Of state to entertain tn
, crowds.
Gan sorts of stories are current con
corning the amount of remuneration
received by Mr.. Bryan for his Chautau
u,a work. Really he makes what tn
Chautauoua association considers tn
3 fatrest contract offered them. He get
so per cent. or the gave receipts o
r the day he lectures, The first S25
!, taken in goes 10 him. the next $25
I Zoos to the association. All abov
n that amount is evenly divided betwee
e the two. r. Mr. Bryan should fail I
draw the association would not los
d any money. He Is the only man o
the platform who makes such a cor
tract, the only man who dares to do /
o because ne is the only man who draw
II his own fee at the gate, lie make
lno charge for the people who CON
o on season tickets