Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1916-12-06
JOHNSTON LETTER.
Thanksgiving Day Fittingly OBJ
served. Death Of Mrs. Mil
ford. County Home Wis
tied by u. D. c.

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observed here. and all public build
ings and stores were closed. Dur
ing the morning, a union Thanks
giving service was held in the Bap-
tlst church, the sermon being preach
ed by Rev. E. G. Bailey, of Edge
field. The choirs of the churches
had arranged for special music. Ow-
ing to the very inclement weather,
there were not 30 many present, but
these greatly enjoyed the beautiful
service. There were many family
gatherings, and home comings dur
ing the day. and several went to
other towns for visits.
Little Reginald Whittle, the nine
year old son of Mr.. and Mrs. Whit
tie, died here on Friday after a con-
tinued illness. Reginald was a
frail and delicate child, but was q
bright and lovable one, and his
death is great sorrow to his par
ents. Their little one is now free
from pain and suffering and is now
resting upon the bosom Of the ten
der Shepherd. The funeral services
were conducted here by Rev. j. II.
Thacker, after which the body was
carried to the family burying ground
near Batesburg, for interment.
On Thanksgiving day, Miss Mag
gle Shaffer and Mr.. A. L. Clark
were married at the home of the
brides uncle, Mr.. John Claxton,
and the Rev. A. G. Baker, perform
ing the ceremony. During the day,
the near relatives of these two gath
cred, and sumptuous wedding and
Thanksgiving dinner was served,
and about three o'clock the happy
event occurred. After hearty con-
gratulations, they left for a bridal
tour, but would not tell their desti-
nation. The bride is charming
young woman, and is great help
IN the community sBss
lives, taking part in all that per-
tains to good. For several years
she has been,the organist of Philip
pi church. Mr.. Clark is prosper
Gus planter, and has pretty and an
attractive home near town.
Mrs. T. S. Milford, Sr., died last
week at her home in Columbia af-
ter a continued illness. This fam
lily made their home here for num-
Der of years, about years ago NOV
ing to Columbia. During their
stay here they were held in love
and esteem by every one, and the
announcement of her death brought
sadness. This is the first death in
this family of eight children, all
grown to maturity. Mr.. Tom Mil
ford, of this place, is a son, and
was with his mother at the time Of
her death.
According to the custom of many
years, the Mary Ann Buie Chapter.
y. D. c., remembered the mothers
of the County Home on Thanksgiv-
ing, and the day following, a dinner
was spread for them which they all
greatly enjoyed and appreciated.
Rev. M. L. Kester, who has for
several times accompanied the la
dies, was again present, and in the
afternoon a simple, but impressive
service was held for them.
With Mrs. G. D. Kenney as host
ess, the New Century Club held a
pleasant meeting, Mrs H. D. Grant
presiding. Several matters were
discussed. "The Cure of the Fee
BILE Minded" and resolutions for
Legislature were to be drawn up
concerning this; January was set as
the month for Arbor Day; Bird
Protection" and their valuable aid
in many ways were discussed. Pa
pers for Reciprocity will be decided
upon at the next meeting. Mrs.
James Strother had charge of the
Literary session, the subject being
'Tennyson." A paper on "Tenny.
son and His Friends" was given by
Miss Zena Payne. An outline of
"Enoch Arden" by Mrs. @. D.
Kenney, and selected reading by
Mrs. w. P. Cassells. There were
several visitors present at the social
half hour, and during the time, all
enjoyed a delicious salad course
with hot chocolate.
Miss Annie Walker is the guest
of her cousin, Mrs. j. L. Walker.
Mr.. and Mrs. Presley Watkins
are visiting Mr.. and Mrs. A. P.
Lott. Th cir marriage was happy