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Cheraw chronicle. [volume] (Cheraw, S.C.) 1896-2005, 1915-03-11

Prmed circle Of protection around
tpe homes cf the south. great circle Of
t{ght illumined with deeds Of love and
patfiotism.
In our dire extremity and darkest
daysS the Ku Klux Klan, the great
aients mysterious organization, ap-
seefedl nDom the scene. and relieved the
qreadfuf and humiliating distress.
The Kun Klux Klan has justly been
plled the salvation Of the South and
Is history should he written In letters
os light.
Cheraw chronicle. [volume] (Cheraw, S.C.) 1896-2005, 1915-03-11
Mansion Ready for the Governor.

The legislative committee, which has
Governors Mansion, has completed its
work and is ready to turn the Man
sion over to the Governor. The COM
mittee overhauled the inside of the
Mansion and did considerable
amount of needed repairing.
Cheraw chronicle. [volume] (Cheraw, S.C.) 1896-2005, 1915-03-11
~ SS{lss S6rn bet1ers !,

but low miserable traitors to the South,
the. lowest or the low and hated even
BY the negroes. It is. Impossible. to
portray In language how these Scala
wags werN detested and dispised. The
Irish erator and patriot, Emmett, once
declared '"The meanest of all mean
things Is an anti-Irish Irshman". If
The had lived during the Reconstruction,
he would have said 'That the meanest
'of all mean things, was an anti-South-
: erner Southerner." These dangerous
leaders were the organizers Of the
fearful Black League, the negroes
being used simply as means to an end.
The Black and Tan Government
composed of Carpet Baggers, Scala
wags, and brutal negroes, now held full
sway. In this demoralized state,
private property ,was seized In the
name Of the United States Govern
ment. This was the situation, the
South, overpcwered, exhausted,
prostrated, but not degraded.
Hope remained In the hearts Of the
noble heroes who were willing to give
their lives and to bleed afresh for
their loved ones. This condition Of
affairs brought into existence the Ku-
Klux .Klan, and this organization
provided the solution Of the dark
problem.
The Ku Klux Klan had it's birth in
the town of Pulaski, Tenn, during the
winter Of 1865 snd 1866. There were
six charter members, all honorableCon-
federate soldiers. The word Ku Klux
was really coined by them, being In q
way formed from the Greek word Ku
klos, meaning a circle. They added
ManA thus making the name at once
unique mysterious and fascinating
The Klan was also termed the Invi-
sible Empire. The Klan spread rapid
ly and in year had reached such
larged numbers. 1t was found neces-
sary to have some experienced leader
so General Nathan Bedford Forrest, 9
distinguished Cavalry leader Of the
Confederacy, was selected. He took
the solemn oath in No. 10 Of ttc W
we'll House. Nashville, Tenn, in the
fall Of '66 and was made Grand Wiz
ard of the Invisible Empire. Gen. Geo
w. Gordan, of Tennessee. prepared
the rituals and oath of the KIan, which
are as follows:
CONSTITUTION.
This is an institution of .Chivalry
Humanity. Mercy and Patriotism, EN-.
bodying in conduct noble in sentiment
generous In manhood, and patriotic in
purpose. It's peculiar objects being
ist: to protect the weak. the innocent
and defenceless from indignities
wrongs and outrages of the lawless
violent, and the brutal; to relieve the
injured and oppressed; to succor the
Cheraw chronicle. [volume] (Cheraw, S.C.) 1896-2005, 1915-03-11
KU KLUx KHAN

Paper prepared for the Harts.
Vile Chapter U. d. C. by Mrs n.
Lide Law, and published in the Harris.
vile Messenger.)
The War between the States termi-
mated In the Spring OF 1855. Two
months afper bess surrender there
was not a Confederate Soldier under
arfns through the South. The surrer,
der was universal and in q way sincere>
there wes no desire to continue the
stfngglR. Complete submission Was
sPeo to the true authority OF the
usDted States. Notwffhstandfne this,
Davis was thrust Into prison and other
prominent leaders OF the Conhederacy
and prominent citizens were arrested
or forced to become exile.
The condition OF the South was
&eplorable. The track of desolation
and devastation, without parallel in
history especially, extended over Ave
miles wide from the Tennessee tine,
1AfoNgh Georgia to Savannah, through
south Carolina into North Carolina,
:and the greatest desolatation through
Virginia. Four million slaves sudden
ly emancipated with no realization
of their responsibility. Many OF them
conceived the idea. that freedom meant
cessation from labor, so they left the
fields, crowded to the Cities expecting
the Government to support them.
To the general awful confusion was
added Hood OF adventures from the
North. called Carpet Baggers, who
were not soldiers, but only camp follow
ers of the Northern army. Men imbued
with the passion pf the lowest type
These men hated everything South
Ntn and Unnamed the negroes against
~ whtess and sspscialls their former
J. !, ,Fho bad sceped the four
3 S. :! =! lives. Also
~! >! 8 I O. q
Cheraw chronicle. [volume] (Cheraw, S.C.) 1896-2005, 1915-03-11

or meeting house. Of some description,
where negroes were assembled. SEEM
ingly for water A Ku Klux WOULD say,
Here, Sambo. hold my head while I
drink. On handing the negro the skull,
the superstitious creature with q
scream Of fright would take to the
woods. When false hand was used,
the Ku Klux would offer to shake
hands, leaving the false one In the
hands Of the negro as d souvenir.
You will ask, why all this mystery ?
We all know the superstition Of the
i:egro and also Of the uheducated white.
The negroes were made to oelieve
their old masters had risen from their
graves in this ghostly garb and under
the conviction that If they did wrong,
spirits from the other world would
vis'!t them, hence the negroes became
much subdued.
1t must not be understood that this
""''le band that took their lives into
their own hands, were ever unkind
or cruel to an innocent negro. Far
from it; many instances could be
related where they protected the just
right Of the faithful ones. Mercy was
always uppermost in the heart Of a
true X. K.
The Klan's watch words were, the
cunning Of the fox, the bravery Of the
lion. The sign to distinguish broth
'er was thus: described by the read
err
There was at all times perieSt CO.
operation between the Alans. tn was
often necessary to secure the aAsis-
lance of brother Klan AMI menlba1
of the Khan was sent. This was con-
sidered an honor as only those of un-
Questionable bravery VI e selected
AS soon as the neighbcrifg Klan was
located. the message waA delivered
the Grand Cyclops blew tis whistle
their sign Of command. In n few
minutes every horse and man was dis
.guised. and at the secon1 sound y
Itss wh.stls. hey = sy siIsptlx iaexsa 4Xky
not sH' 'W0&ds Vas spoken. yrhey are o.
q mission OF stern duty deed OF
Justice is about to be performed and
woe to the guilty wvetct that falls
under the condemnation bf the Klan.
The sworn secrecy and binding oath
made bulwark Of defense as strong
as Gibraltar.
In February 1869, Gen. Forrest
Grand Wizard of the Invisible EN-.
pire issued a proclamation to his
subjects to disband and this strange
and mysterious order, having accom-
plished its great mission in relieving
the South Of Carpet-bas rule, passed
out of existence forever. They
Cheraw chronicle. [volume] (Cheraw, S.C.) 1896-2005, 1915-03-11
New. w.Postmasters.

Washington. March 1o.-New post
rlasters In South Carolina were ap.
poihted today as follows: Allard ID.
R'agg' at LaBrucei Springs. a new Of
Ee In Georgetown county; Jacob d.
4 zimmerman at By,rcel. Horny couil-
7 Lottie g. Meyefs at Pamlico, Flor
Cheraw chronicle. [volume] (Cheraw, S.C.) 1896-2005, 1915-03-11

Some of the women's pages continue
TO publish instructions about putting
UP jams andj ellies, when, what the
want Is points on auction
,ridge.-Gaffney Ledger.
Cheraw chronicle. [volume] (Cheraw, S.C.) 1896-2005, 1915-03-11

Sheriff Douglass and deputy sherii
Abbott are kept busy these days trail
ing down viOlators Of the law.
Cheraw chronicle. [volume] (Cheraw, S.C.) 1896-2005, 1915-03-11

Magistrate Watson's court has beel
busy several days quite recently. MI
Watson Is becoming familiar with tn
duties Of his Office.
Cheraw chronicle. [volume] (Cheraw, S.C.) 1896-2005, 1915-03-11
COURT HOUsT ITEMS.

All IL quiet since Court adjourned.
Those convicted have entered upon
the service Of their sentences.
Cheraw chronicle. [volume] (Cheraw, S.C.) 1896-2005, 1915-03-11

Mr.. A.. J. Weathersbee, promi-
nent merchant Of Norway. s. c., Is
visiting his daughter, Mrs. Doctor
Gardner.
Cheraw chronicle. [volume] (Cheraw, S.C.) 1896-2005, 1915-03-11

COURT HOUST ITEMS.
All IL quiet since Court adjourned.
Those convicted have entered upon
the service Of their sentences.
Sheriff Douglass and deputy sheriff
Abbott are kept busy these days trail
ing down viOlators Of the law.
Magistrate Watson's court has been
busy several days quite recently. Mr..
Watson Is becoming familiar with the
duties Of his Office.
Rev. James Russell, who was at
one time pastor Of the Chesterfield
group Of Presbyterian churches, is
in town this week and is the guest Of
Mr.. C. G. Douglass. Mr.. Russells
great number of friends in the town
are glad to see him looking SO well.
He lectured last night in the Baptist
church on the "war in Europe" and a
large number enjoyed his mastery
address,.
Even now the school children can
lift the veil and see 1.-The good old
summertime and vacation days.
Your correspondent has recently
made a trip through one or two Of the
lower counties Of the State, and the
conditions, generally speaking, are
more favorable in Chesterfield coun-
ty than in any county visited. In ev-
cry section, however, it seems that
| the cotton acreage will be materially
reduced and something to eat will
be given prominent place on the
farm this year.
The County Equalization Board will
meet OIL Tuesday, March 23rd. ~
There is no doubt that taxes are
high, but there is nothing to do but
pay up. 1t does seem that we are
taxed toe heavily and In many cases,
tits : fact that people are unable q
H. lIIg I(( ~ = j p : = q 81 - =
ment is costing q great deal, and ev.i
cry year the Legislature creates new
Offices. This year an extra appropri-
alton Of $2,OOO.OO was allowed to fee a
special attorney for Governor Man
ming. We would like for some one to
define the duties of the attorney gen.
eral Of South Carolina. He should be
the legal adviser Of all the State off,
GERS.
LaCoste Evans, the "Good Roads
Pusher," was in town q few days ago,
and he Is a hustler and you can count
OH him when he Is needed to push for
good roads.
| Master Rufus Porter, the little son
Of Mr.. and Mrs. w. II. Porter, is quite
sick this week. Hope for Master Ru-
fus rapid recovery.
Master Minor HOugh, the little son
of Mr.. and Mrs. NJ. ]. Hough, has
been quite sick this week. Hope Mas
ter Mipor will soon be well again.
Monday, March the first, Mrs. FL
len Sowell, the wife of Willie Sowell
of the ZOar section Of Chesterfield
cOunty, made the fatal mistake Of tax.
ing bichloride tablet for another
tablet which had been prescribed fol
was discovered. Everything possible
was done to overcome the power o.
the deadly drug but nothing could bt
done After lingering for week
life slowly ebbing away, Mrs. Sow
ell died early Monday morning ant
was buried Tuesday at Friendship
Methodist cruchh, her pastor, Rev
T. B. Owen conducted the services
Mr.. and Mrs Sowell were married les
than year ago. Before her marriage
. to Mr.. Sowell. Mrs. Sowell was Mis-
Mclean, of Patrick. Mr.. Sowell. is 1
member Of the well known family O
that name in this county.
Davis Perkins, the young man VIII
| triad fo commit s,Itcide q fayy dow
ago ny shooting himself with a pistO
Cheraw chronicle. [volume] (Cheraw, S.C.) 1896-2005, 1915-03-11
Ship Building In America.

Washington, March 10-There were
55 sailing, steam and unrigged vessels.
of 624 gross tons built in the United
tates and officially numbered during
February, according to the depart
'ment of commerce.
Cheraw chronicle. [volume] (Cheraw, S.C.) 1896-2005, 1915-03-11

With the approach Of Spring.
wouldn't it be great thing for our
town If the majority Of citizens would
determine to do q little landscape gSH
ding this year?
What IL every home should remove
any unsightly shrubbery that may have
been permitted to grow in their yards
or along their boulevards and replace
it with really attractive plants!
All of us could do this, and we feel
sure we should be glad for it after the
passing Of a few months had shown
'us the improved appearance Of our
streets and lawns.
The writer knows of towns where
the citizens In certain blocks engage
a gardener by the season, each resident
in several blocks contributing a small
sum toward his salary. In this way .
sufficient amount can be raised to pay
man for giving his entire attention
tdistrict, and when this Is done, all Of
them are neat and clean at all times.
Two days work each month through
the summer will keep almost any yard
and adjoining boulevard I'm condition.
Dur civic pride should force us 30 Eive
them this much attention.
II census cf boys under fifteen who
SMOKE coul0s S teken, We know of seve-,
| Irai parents ss rld NJ ~ ~ -
Cheraw chronicle. [volume] (Cheraw, S.C.) 1896-2005, 1915-03-11
OBSERVATIONS
BY OUR MAN ABOUT TOWN.


When q thing Is spiced up with
little dash Of danger, it's oftenttmes
more inviting and interesting. Most
folks like to take q sporting chance
occasionally-thats why they play the
races, buy cotton margins and-get
married
Cheraw chronicle. [volume] (Cheraw, S.C.) 1896-2005, 1915-03-11


waereRs. 1t should be our proudest
boast that 1t was organized and kept
up by our bravest men. Gladstone
writes. mo greater calamity can be-
fall people than to break utterly
with her past and II We forget our
ancestors. We ourselves are unwor-
thy to be remembered.
Many Of the secrets were locked
UP In the breasts Of the Ku Klux
ana mover given to the world. The Ku
klux warnings to offenders were in
keeping with their mode Of carrying on
affairs. mysterious and terrifying,
often by figure dangling from tree
or some such gruesome emblem with
warning to negro or Scalawag, to
Beware.
The Ku Klux were opposed to she'd
ding OF blood and violence was never
used except In extreme cases. Many
violent deeds were put upon the shoul-
defs Of the Klan Of which they were
entirely innocent. They did only
their stern duty. and silently stole
away.
The Invisible Army gave back to
its beloved land much that she lost
during four years of bloody carnival Of
death. Restored In q measure the
grandeur and majesty that was the
envy Of all the world in days gone BY
No nobler or grander men ever gathered
on the earth than those assembled in
theS meeting places of the Klan. No
humane hearts were ever moved with
|nArs- impulses. The love Of law and
order, the nrotection Of virtue Of the
noblest womahkood in all annals of
time moved these men to action.
g7 herwords Of another who knew
g weil sthe rful struggle Of the
(sfuf Khan t the younger gener-
atipn know - true history of the
/ - lux hat did so much for
arth M in her darkest days.
,4NC minds OK yi5e thlnes Concerning
n S0nr Southland was so firm in her
belief,\ that shd was constitutionally
right; 70 proud Pf her heroes that she
las not felt the necessity Of
Il bdicating her hcts. but it behooves
us now to turn the search light Of
truth on her pait in the war and let
tte world know the true history. Some
dry when she comes to her own and the
tnle is all told, no brighter chain IN
Yer history, no fairer page will ever be
lead than that which tells of the
Plustrious and glorious organization
&alled the Ku Klux Klan. It's his
try Is a precious heritage. 1t indeed
Cheraw chronicle. [volume] (Cheraw, S.C.) 1896-2005, 1915-03-11

This old world of ours has queer peo-
Dle in 1t. They seem to get prejudiced
against fellow that has never harmed
hem but has really done them favors.
Now we know Of young man I'm our
home town who can never see US. He
never speaks to us. He thinks we must
ne his enemy. The only thing that we
know Of doing to him was that when
he was hard up and had not the money
to get a suit of clothes, we gave our
word to the clothier that we would
sec it paid. Well the fellow evidently
Knew a good thing when he had 1t and
after paying a few dollars on the suit
concluded to let us finish the job for
him. We did. Well, that fellow has not
spoken to us since. He must be Of the
opinion that we are his enemy. Well,
we guess we are. 1t never helps q
Young fellow to pay his debts for him.
He does not seem to like it and then It
makes him loose his selfrespect When
this is gone the fellow is on the down
grade. He must regain his self respect
III some way If ever he gets on the up
grade.
Cheraw chronicle. [volume] (Cheraw, S.C.) 1896-2005, 1915-03-11

Court adjourned only few days
ago, and the Jail Is already rapidly
filling up again. Stealing and blind
tigering Is the usual charge
Cheraw chronicle. [volume] (Cheraw, S.C.) 1896-2005, 1915-03-11

Rev. James Russell, who was at
one time pastor of the Chesterfield
group Of Presbyterian churches, Is
in town this week and is the guest of
Mr.. c. C.. Douglass. Mr.. Russelrs
great number of friends in the town
are glad to see him looking SO well.
He lectured last night In the Baptist
church OH the "war in Europe" and a
large number enjoyed his mastery
address.
Cheraw chronicle. [volume] (Cheraw, S.C.) 1896-2005, 1915-03-11

Try The Cronicle for months-SnE
SO cents.
Cheraw chronicle. [volume] (Cheraw, S.C.) 1896-2005, 1915-03-11

1t always does one good to shake
hands with a man who has a heart
under his coat 1t cheers, it en-
courages. and has a vitalizing effect.
This is the genuine, the pure article,
while occasionally we come in con-
tact with people whose hand shake is
cold and clammy as a picked tongue,
whose sticky grasp conveys to you the
uncanny suggestion Of a grave yard.
You are not quite sure when you
drop his hand whether he Is dead
or alive, yet you are pleased when
the solemn ordeal is ended This is
the counterfeit, the spurious and the
easily detected.
Cheraw chronicle. [volume] (Cheraw, S.C.) 1896-2005, 1915-03-11

We know Of one mani ANA wifA NJ
in settling their little dffncultiss. would
10 just as well to keep the soft pedal
m their voice chords.
Cheraw chronicle. [volume] (Cheraw, S.C.) 1896-2005, 1915-03-11

Davis Perkins, the young man who
tried to commit suicide a few days
ago by shooting himself with a pistol
is fast recovering.
Cheraw chronicle. [volume] (Cheraw, S.C.) 1896-2005, 1915-03-11

Master Rufus Porter, the little sol
OF Mr.. and Mrs. w. III. Porter, is quit,
sick this week. Hope for Master Ru
fus rapid recovery.
Cheraw chronicle. [volume] (Cheraw, S.C.) 1896-2005, 1915-03-11

Master Minor HOugh, the little sol
of Mr.. and Mrs. NJ. J. Hough, ha
been quite sick this week. Hope Mas
ter Mipor will soon he well again.
Cheraw chronicle. [volume] (Cheraw, S.C.) 1896-2005, 1915-03-11
The County Equalization Board W
meet OIL Tuesday, March 23rd. =

There is no doubt that taxes are
high, but there is nothing to do but
pay up. 1t does seem that we are
taxed toe heavily and In many cases
ittssis Z fact that peep,e ase unable to
Cheraw chronicle. [volume] (Cheraw, S.C.) 1896-2005, 1915-03-11

LaCoste Evans, the "Good Roads
Pusher," was in town a few days ago
and he Is hustler and you can coun
OH him when he Is needed to push 70
good roads.
Cheraw chronicle. [volume] (Cheraw, S.C.) 1896-2005, 1915-03-11

ment Is costing O great deal, and ev.i
cry year the Legislature creates new
offices. This year an extra appropri-
alton Of $2,OOO.OO was allowed to fee a
special attorney for Governor Man
ming. We would like for some one to
define the duties Of the attorney gen.
eral Of South Carolina. He should be
the legal adviser Of all the State Off
GERS.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1915-09-21
Trunks, Bags and Suit Cases

We are showing complete line of Trunks,
Bags and SHIT Cases, in all grades and at spec
ial prices during this sale.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1915-09-21
Saappy Fall Styles in Mems and Boys Clothing
S7.4S to $500
DON'T WAIT DO III NOW

Don't put of getting your new fall outfits
ready for you here-get it now while the Sc.
lections are good. Might just as well have
that new suit and have the pleasure of wear
ing it. lust come in and seethe $500 Kirsch
baum Special that we are showing now. Can't
be duplicated under SIS 90 or $4,000 elsewhere
You'll find big. new stock to choose from.
Our $7.4S Serge Suit for men is dandy. Don't
fail to see them.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1915-09-21
The largest assortment and the
greatest values you ever saw in
Silk and Dress Goods, all kinds

40 inch Silk and Wool PODln, $l25 quality. gSC yd
60 inch DOmnOl Silks, all COIOrS special .43c I'd
SO inch HeSSaneS all COiOrs. special ..S3C I'd
az inch French Serge all COlOrS very special. gSC Va
So inch French SERGE all COIOrS 59C quality, at 4SC I'd
Bio lot Csc Dress Goods, special at. l9C I'd
az inch Sheppard PadS in WOOL 63C quaySpecia 4SC yd
Dimy Checks, 25C quality, special at ...gC yd
Linens White and Brown Sc Inches Wde special Csc I'd
bio line Of Curtain SCmS and DFaperieS. Oc to 29C yd
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1915-09-21
Don't Be Doubter Read Chuchwells Store
Fall Shoes of Every Kind for
Men, Women and Children

Big lot 81 so Ladies Shoes at. $.5c
Ladies' Patent button and lace shoes with
cloth top, regular $3.50 value, tor.... 2.9S
Boys Scout Shoes for. ................. lS5
Good School Shoes for boys in button or
lace, for. $3.50 to $L9S
Mems $3.50 Elk Skin Shoes .... 29S
Mems 81 so Work Shoes .... :. 1873
Mems Work and DR.; SIS Shoes. ....$ L4S TO $3.50
Ladies' Work and Dress Shoes. $l4S TO Sl,9S
Children's Shoes, 2 to s.. CSC to $L39
The we'll known Dorothy Dodd Shoes for
Ladies.all new fall styles.....-. $3.50 to $500
The popular Bostonian Shoes for men in
all feathers and styles ........ $3.50 10 $500
The Yale expositor., 1915-06-03
KIDDIE'S OUTFIT.
Cute Little Blouse With Trousers At
tached by Buttons.

Comfortable and stylish suit for the
small boy Of tan poplin. Patch peck
cts of the material are placed very
near the waist line on the trousers.
The Yale expositor., 1915-06-03
FLOOD OF IMMIGRANTS
COMING AFTER THE WAR
Uncle Sam Must Be Careful
TO Bar the Unfit.

Washington. - Eternal vigilance Is
needed on the part of the immigration
department. in restricting the number
of unfit immigrants trying TO enter this
country. Although immigration has
had tremendous drop, paupers, In
sane, epileptic and feeble minded per-
sons, professional beggars, those likely
to become Il public charge, contract la
borers, assisted aliens. those living on
immortality and others debarred from
entering this country still seem TO be
emigrating. though probably In smaller
numbers
Last year 1901 individuals were re-
fused entrance TO this country, n pro-
portion TO the total number of aliens
Immigrant and nonimmigrant) landing
of % per cent. while for the half year
ending January, 1915, 15,20S were de-
barred, being 81 per cent of the total
immigration during that time.
OF those trying TO enter during the
last six months 240 were idiots. imbe-
Giles or feeble minded, 81 were insane
or epileptic. Liza were suffering from
loathsome or dangerous contagious dis
eases. $500 were likely TO become a
public charge, LAG were contract la
borers, 344 were assisted aliens and III
were coming for immoral purposes.
Many people see In the fact that there
is little reduction In the numbers Of
the mentally. physically and morally
unfit who are attempting to enter this
country an indication OF what may be
expected In the near future. At the
end of the war Europe will try TO keep
its strong, It's ablebodied and Its healthy
individuals. while enormous financial
burdens Will probably induce marked
tendency toward emigration, actively
encouraged perhaps. of those who are
apt to become a burden on the state.
Such problems as far as possible will
be shifted TO other shoulders through
a process Of emigration. Only strin-
gent regulations on the part of the
American government and extraordi-
nary efficiency I'm its immigration serv-
ice will prevent such an unloading Of
the unfit upon the shoulders Of Uncle
Sam