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The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1916-11-01
UNCLE BILL IS HERE.

Col. W. Y. Miller, friend, patriot,
philosopher and guide, arrived in the
city on last Friday. He came unan-
nounced, but his coming agitated the
waters nevertheless, as it did the
good things to eat ever to be found
on Col. Stark's table. Uncle Bill was
not feeling well on Friday night and
ate light supper of seven slices of
country ham, three helpings of :waf-
fles, two cups of coffee and a quart
of sweet milk, with accessories. He
is feeling better now and is able to
eat a full meal. He is at home to
his many friends at Mrs. Starks and
will be glad to hear from anyone
who is about to give big dining, or
who has just gotten in his monthly
allowance. We are glad to see him
back. May he inger with US, and
never grow weary.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1916-11-01
A Weeks Happenings
in Antreville Parts

Antreville, Oct. 31.-Prof. Brown
of the Antreville school, and Prof.
Anderson of Ray school, attended
the Teachers Association at ~Abbe-
vile Saturday
Miss Eva Williams spent Saturday
and Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Oscar
Cochran, near Abbeville.
Miss Joan Browles of Townville,
was the guest of Miss Mary Anderson
last week.
Miss Mabel Wakefield is visiting
her sister, Mrs. Hunt, in Shelby, N.
G..
Miss Sara Boyd visited friends and
classmates in Due West Saturday.
Mr.. and Mrs. S. J. Wakefield have
returned from the Columbia State
Fair.
Miss Marie Black was shopping in
Iva Saturday afternoon.
Everybody in Antreville is plan
ming for a good time at the County
Fair.
Mrs. W. T. Belvin has been very
sick but is improving.
Mr.. Calvin Prince has purchased a
Ford.
Miss Eunice Ferguson has re-
turned from the Anderson Hospital,
after an operation for appendicitis.
She is improving fast.
Mr.. Billy Pruitt and sister, Miss An
ME Pruitt are visiting Mrs. E. N. Nc
Carter.
Mr.. Flette Crowther visited Mr..
Rice Crowther Sunday.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1916-11-01
THE HUMAN SPIDER.

By special arrangement, the man.
agement has secured as one of the
attractions at the Fair, the great
French Illusion Spidora, the Human
Spider. This was originally made in
France, and was used to save mans
life, as the professor will explain to
you in his lecture. 1t is beyond a
doubt the greatest mystery ! in the
world today, it being one Of the fea-
ture attractions at the Canadian Ex-
position and at the Panama Exposi-
ton at San Francisco, Cal.
Don't fail to see it as it is chance
of a life time and comes here highly
recommended by those who have
seen it.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1916-11-01
WILLYS-OVERLAND COMPANY
ANNOUNCE NEW DELIVERY CAR

Business men are talking about
the new Overland Model 75-B Panel
Delivery Car, which The Willys-Ov-
erland Company of Toledo, Ohio, has
just put on the market aat 1925. f..
o. b. Toledo. In spite of such un-
usual advantages in low-pr:ced De-
livery Cars it has 81 " horse
power and anbloc motor, electric
starting and lighting system and
large 81 x a inch tires. This model
marks another step in motor deliv-
cry, and has been the means of add
ing many more names to the list of
merchants who believe in motorized
delivery.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1916-11-01
ROBT. A. COOPER
TO Be IN THE
1918 RUNNING

Robert A. Cooper of Laurens, after
an informal conference with personal
friends last week, announced that he
was in the race for the Democratic
nomination for governor in 1918.
Mr.. Cooper's announcement arous-
ed much interest in political circles.
Numbers of people from various
parts of the State, after his decision
became known, called on him and as
sured him of support.
Mr.. Cooper is well known through
out the State. He has served as So
licitor of the Eighth circuit for IL
years and prior to his election to
that Office he represented Laurens
county in the general assembly.
Mr.. Cooper was in the race for
governor in 1914 and came within a
few votes of getting in the second
race. He ran again this. year and
polled over 10000 votes. Mr.. Cooper
is splendid speaker and has large
personal following. He>stands for
all that is progressive in the demo-
cracy of South Carolina.
Some of Mr.. CoopeFs friends are
planning for a big rally some time in
the spring in Columbia, when plans
will likely be laid to begin an active
campaign for him.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1916-11-01
CAPT. N|CKLES
Wins g PRIZES
AT STATE FAIR.

Capt. G.. N. Nickles was awarded
a total Of $124.00 in prizes at the
State Fair held in Columbia last
week for farm products and three
special prizes in addition. The Cap
tain entered thirty-eight exhibits in
the crop department and took thirty
two prizes on these exhibits. He al
so received a special prize for the
best registered Berkshi1e shoat,
special prize for the largest number
of premiums received by one man in
the field crop department, the prize
being one ton Of fertilizer. He also
received special prize of $1,000 in
cash on his display of corn, receiv-
ing also the second prize in this de-
partment. ~ "
Captain Nickles made one Of the
best Supervisors Abbeville County
ever had and since his return to his
farm he is setting an example in
raising farm products which other
farmers would do well to follow.
The Captain is undertaking to get
his exhibits shipped from Columbia
to Abbeville in time for our fair. #
it should arrive those visiting the
fair would do well to inspect it and
to get some "dots" on the correct
method Of farming.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1916-11-01
CoMPIMENTING MISS BLoUNT

Mrs. Henry Blount gave a delight
full party at her home Tuesday af-
ternoon in compliment to Miss Min
ME Blount, whose marriage to Mr..
James Sherard is to take place on
Nov. 22nd. Mrs. Blount's party was
in the form Of a miscellaneous show
er and about thirty young women
were, invited. The house was prettily
decorated, white and green being the
preodmiaating color scheme, though
in the dining room yellow chrysan-
themums were used with charming
effect. After the arrival of the
guests, little Susie Blount came into
the room dressed as Cupid drawing
a wagon in which were many useful
and pretty gifts for the bride, the
opening of which occasioned much
merriment and pleasure. Cards in
the shape of hearts were given each
guest who expressed their good wish
es or gave good advise to the young
couple.
Refreshments of salad was serv-
ed in the dining room. The decora-
tions were in white and green and
in the center Of the table a dainty
bridal couple stood in a bower of
flowers, while from the chandelier a
Cupid was suspended. Garlands of
white and green were caught at
each end of the table.
This party was charming in every
detail and was enjoyed by all the
guests.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1916-11-01
A HALLOWEEN PARTY.

The younger set were entertained
last Saturday night by Miss
Elizabeth Jones. This was Hallow-
cen party and each guest was dress
ed to represent a ghost, while
witches and spooks were around in
every nook and corner of the rooms.
Fruits and candies were enjoyed
throughout the evening by the jolly
crowd and a delightful time was
spent until the 'twee" hours of the
night.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1916-11-01
COL. THOMSON ARRIVES.

- Col. E. As~Fhemsonyr ~sesone tthae
the Superintendent of the Abbeville
Cotton Mills, and honored member of
our city council, and an all-round
good citizen, is in the city visiting
his daughter, Mrs. j. Foster Barn.
well. The Colonel is looking fine,
and is as young as he ever was. His
many friends are giving him warm
reception, and are inquiring why he
makes it so long between visits.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1916-11-01
A FAIR HOLIDAY.

Miss Kate Haskell came home on
Wednesday from Winthrop and spent
the holiday accorded the girls, who
did not 60 to the State Fair. Miss
Katherine Bristow, who is also a
student at Winthrop, came here and
spent the time with her relatives, Mr..
and Mrs. Otto Bristow.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1916-11-01
SALESDAY DINNERS.

The ladies of the Associate Re-
formed church will serve dinners on
salesday in November in the store
room next door to the Candy Kitchen
The ladies have a reputation for the
excellence of their dinners and they
extend a cordial invitation to the
people Of the county to take dinner
with them. ,.'.t
q A, turkey dinner with coffee will
be served for forty cents. Oysters,
stewed and fried will also be served.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1916-11-01
PRETTY TEACHERS.

Miss Mary and Miss Lucille Ken
nedy of Due West, were in Abbeville
last Saturday morning to attend the
meeting of the teachers held in the
court house. They were also shop
ping in our stores. Miss Mary is one
of the most excellent first grade
teachers in the state, while her sister
is pretty enough to have been mar
ried long ago.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1916-11-01
HERO
REWARDS GIVEN BY
FUND COMMISSION
NANCE IN DUE WEST.

Major F. w. R. Nance went up to
Due West Tuesday to hold an in
quest over the negro killed there
Monday night. He went along with
Deputy Sheriff J. E. Jones. He
looked as game as he did when we
used to meet him on our way to Due
West, some twenty-five years ago.
He is enjoying life in his old age,
but he is still on the job when there
is anything to be done in his official
line.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1916-11-01
HOME FROM THEIR TRIP.

Mr.. and Mrs. J. Moore Mars are
here after a pleasant trip to the
big cities of the North and are at
home to their friends at their resi-
dence on North Main st. Mrs. Mars
has visited in Abbeville before her
marriage and our people are de-
lighted that she comes to us now a
happy bride and will take her place
in the social life of the city.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1916-11-01
FIRE DESTROYS 40 HORSES
OF RINGLING BROS. CIRCUS

Huntsville, Ala, Oct. 2s.-Fire de-
stroyed 40 of Ringing Brothers fin
est horses here this afternoon, just
after the horses were taken out of
the parade and returned to their
tents.
The tent became .ignited in some
unknown manner and it was impos.
sible to get the animals out. The
loss is estimated at $4,000.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1916-11-01
A DISTINGUISHED VISITOR.

Mrs. J. Morgan Smith, of Birming-
ham, Ala, is in the city and is stop
ping for few days at the Eureka
Hotel. She is here looking up re-
cords. in the Clerks Office of her peo-
pie and while in the city will attend
the meeting of the Abbeville Chapter
D. A. R., Mrs. Smith being promi-
nent in such work.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1916-11-01
CELEBRATING HIS BIRTHDAY.

Dick Parker celebrated his birth
day Tuesday by inviting his friends
to party at which games were
played, refreshments were served and
a good time generally was enjoyed.
Dick did away with the usual birth
day cake and had fine large pump
kin in the center of the table, filled
with fruit, which was greatly en-
joyed by the little folks.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1916-11-01
A BIG PUMPKIN.

Nance Harris, a progressive col
ored farmer, who lives on Wilson
Hill, and farms near town, is a
champion when it comes to raising
pumpkins. He has brought US one
that is large enough to make pies a
plenty to feed a hungry regiment.
Nance has also a good crop of cot
ton.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1916-11-01
ENTERTAINING HIS FRIENDS.

Col. J. L. Mcmillan entertained
the "possum eaters" of the city, at
a fine supper last Saturday night, at
which three fine fat possums and
trimmings were served and disposed
of after which set back entertained
the crowd.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1916-11-01
OFF TO FLORIDA.

DR.. G. A. Neuffer and Frank and
Happoldt Neuffer and DR.. and Mrs.
j. C. Hill and L. T. Hill and little
Miss Frances Hill left this week for
Florida, where they go to attend the
meeting of the Seaboard Surgeons.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1916-11-01
AN AUTO SPEND.
s:.- .... THE-DAY PARTY

Col%Bill Wilson, Mrs. Wilson, and
Miss Catherine Link, Miss Mary
Roche and Andrew Jackson motored
up to Iva on Sunday and spent de-
lightful day at the home of DIR. and
Mrs. J. D. Wilson.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1916-11-01
HONORING MRS. WITT.

Mrs. R. L. Dargan was hostess to
the morning Bridge club Tuesday
and the guest of honor was Mrs. S.
A. Witt of Morristown, Tenn, who
is in the city on a visit to Miss Mary
Quarles Link.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1916-11-01
WILL SERVE DINNER THURSDAY

The Ladies Working Society of
the Methodist church will serve din
ner on Thursday, next door to the
Medium office. A good dinner with
stewed oysters, will be served. Every
body is invited to come and get their
dinner.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1916-11-01
MORE ABBEVILLE PEOPLE
IN THE HOSPITALS

Miss Virginia Aiken and Albert
Morse were operated on for appendi-
citis in the Chester hospitals on last
Saturday morning and are doing
nicely.
Mr.. R. Glenn left Sunday morn
ing for a consultation with DR.. Pryor.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1916-11-01
Julian M. Wilkinson, of Abbeville,
S. c., and William M. McCelvey,
Deceased, of Mount Carmel, S. c.,
Among the List.

Pittsburgh, Pa, Oct. 28.-At the
fall meeting of the Carnegie Hero
Fund commission, held here today 81
acts of heroism were recognized. In
six cases silver medals were award
ed; in 46 cases bronze medals.
Twelve of the heroes lost their lives
and to the dependents of six of these
pensions aggregating s3,120 a year
were granted; and to the dependents
of three of the others who lost their
lives sums totaling $4,000, to be ap-
piled, subject to the direction of the
commission, in various ways, were
granted.
Two of the heroes sustained inju-
ries which disabled them. In! one case
disablement benefits of $125 were
granted, and in the other a pension
of $50 month was granted.
In addition to these money grants,
in nine cases sums aggregating $751;
600 were appropriated for education
al purposes, payments to be made as
needed and approved; and in 20 cases
awards aggregating $4,000 were
made for other worthy purposes.
Payments in these cases will not be
made until the benefciaries' plans for
the use of the awards have been ap-
proved by the commission.
In the lists of awards are the fol-
lowing:
Julian M. Wilkinson, Abbeville, s..
c., was awarded bronze medal.
Wilkinson, aged 26, farmer, saved
Mary Perrin, aged "a, from drowning
Calhoun Falls, s. c., July 80, 1915.
Mary and young man, neither of
whom could swim, waded from bar
in the Savannah river into deep wa
ter. Wilkinson waded 40 feet and
swan 20 feet to them. AS he reach
ed Mary, another young man reached
her companion. Wilkinson swan so
feet along the bar with Mary in an
effort to reach wadable water. Un-
able to gain the bar, because of his
and the swift current, he
called for help and then swan to a
row boat that was drifting Is feet
below him. He was too weak to get
Mary, who was unconscious, aboard.
The other young man had been en-
gagged in a struggle with Mary's COM
panion, who sank and was drowned
about the time Wilkinson called for
help. The young man then swan to
the boat and got Mary aboard. The
boat was in a sinking condition and
soon had to be abandoned. Wilkinson
swan and took Mary to a snag, where
The water was shallow, from which
they were later rescued.
William M. McKelvey, deceased
(father), Mount Carmel, S. C. Bronze
medal to father.
McKelvey, aged 80, switchman,
died in an attempt to help save Mary
Perrin from drowning at Calhoun
Falls, S. c., July 80, 1915. When Will
kinson called for help, McKelvey,
who was suffering from rheumatism
and was fully dressed, dived from
the bank and swan toward Wilkinson
and Mary, but he sank and was
drowned without having reached
them. (See case of Julian M. Will
kinson.)
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1916-11-01
BUYS A HOME.

Ben. Cochran recently purchased
the pretty home of Mr.. and Mrs. H.
A. Benton, on Magazine street, and
are moving in this week. Mr.. and
Mrs. Benton have rooms at the home
of W. E. Johnson on Main street, and
will do light housekeeping.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1916-11-01
OYSTER SUPPER.

An oyster supper will be given at
the home of Mr.. Jim Gillian on Fri
day night, November 10th, for the
benefit of the Sharon school.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1916-11-01
VISITORS TO SEE
MRS. GAMBRELL

Mrs. N. A. Bates of Batesburg,
Mrs. Ida C. Harden, of Glover, and
Prof. J. G. Clinkscales, of Spartan
burg, were the weekend guests of
Mr.. and Mrs. J. M. Gambrell.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1916-11-01
HERE FROM GREENVILLE.

Mr.. Andrew DuPre and Miss Lallie
Calhoun came down from Greenville
Saturday and spent Sunday with Miss
Eunice Calhoun and Miss Sarah Has
kell.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1916-11-01
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A NewsysLett
firm Mt. Carmel

Stuart of Columbia, was a business
visitor to Mt. Carmel this week.
Mr.. W.. d. Horton was business
visitor to Augusta Wednesday and
Thursday.
Miss Reba Wells, Mesrs. n. T.. and
Roy Wells spent Thursday in Able
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Mr.. Pruitt of Sarr, was business
visitor in Mt. Carmel Tuesday.
Mr.. Butler Of Greenwood, repre-
senting F. E. Block Candy Co., Of
Atlanta, was in Mt. Carmel this week
We all regret to see the Bank Of
Mt. Carmel moved away from here.
1t will be serious inconvenience to
the business people. Hope we: will
soon have another.
Mr.. and Mrs. J. D. Cade and Mrs.
j. W. Boyd spent Thursday in Able
vile. ... ....
Mr.. and Mrs. P. B. Aorrah and lit
tie Hessie, spent Wednesday in Alb
beville. fa .
Mrs. P. K. Black returned home
Monday afternoon from visit to her
sister, Mrs. Marvin Lanier Of Mon
terey. .
Mr.. James Murray of Anderson,
spent a short while in Mt Carmel
this week, at the home of his grand
father, Mr.. ]. F. Sutherland.
Mrs. M. L. Marchant and her hand
some little son, Luther, of Greenville,
are visiting at the home of Mr.. and
Mrs. J. W. Morrah.
Mrs. Mary Smith, Messrs. Kirby
and Barnard Smith motored to FL
berton Tuesday and spent several
days.
Born-Oct. 2s, 1915, to Mr.. and
Mrs. J. J. Sutherland, daughter.
Rev. and Mrs. H. B. Blakely and
Miss Sarah Blakely attended the
meeting of Y. P. c. u. at the A. R. P.
church last Friday evening.
Mrs. P. B. Morrah spent Friday in
Anderson, having some dental work
done.
Mr.. J. w. Morrah left Tuesday
for Columbia to attend the State
Fair. He reported it fine, especially
the flowers, horses, cattle, and hogs.
Quite a large crowd attended the
meeting of the Y. P. C. u, which was
held in the A. R. P. church last Fri
day. Miss Dora Black was leader.
Very interesting papers were read by
Misses Maggie Sutherland, Sophronia
Dean and Elinor Halliday, then Mr..
Blakely spoke very feelingly to the
young people.
The Matron's Sewing Circle was
charmingly entertained last Thursday
afternoon by Mrs. J. W. Boyd. Quite
a number of ladies enjoyed Mrs.
Boyd's hospitality. A delicious salad
course was served.
The Nome daily nugget., 1916-02-10
NOME, ALASKA, FEB. 10 1916

The announcement that the senate committee on naval affairs will repors favoraply on the bill calling for th- establishment a government armof plate factory does not mean, Of course tlat Inele Is more than a prospect that sucn a plant will be established bul t is wholesome indication that a least 8 portion of the national legisla- tols are commencing to recognize the advantages Cf government ownership as opposed to the present system oI contracting for everything the govern, ment needs in the construction anc maintenance of the navy, even if they ao not or will not gee farther than that, in matters of national economy. This and the prior announcement that the government may build it's own battleships in the near future, shows national economics that may ultimate ly result in a vast change in the pres. Is not too much to hope that the near future win see not only government owned armor plants and ship yards but also gradual extension of gov ernment ownership over the railroads, 4-1 all ties. Of course, a complete govern ment assimilation of such utilities will be matter Of slow, very slow growth, for there Is no doubtins that every tendency in this direction will be fought tooth and nail by the cor porate plunderbund, aided by their sycophantic henchmen in the legisla- tive halls.
 The corporations have been doing too well under the present system to think of releasing their hold, especially at a time when they have succeeded in putting their collar around the neck of a major portion of the congressman and are, through them. In almost com plete control of the law making ma chinery of the nation. It required the better portion of two decades of steady fighting on the part of a few public spirited legislators to bring the parcels post into existence over the compara- lively slight influence of the express companys, hence 1t will be readily seen that even the construction of a government armor plant will not be consummated without most bitter struggle. However, the leaven is at work and the prospect that we may ultimately be able to overcome the in- fuence of the corporations to the ex- tent that all public utilities will be under government control. is not alto gether hopeless.
The Nome daily nugget., 1916-02-10
ALASKA GAME LAW.

Like everything else respecting AL aska. the game laws for the most part are joke. Not until the territory secures statehood can there be much improvement. AS 1t is now, big game hunters paying a license can slaugh- ter game, whilst 1t Is unlawful for Alaskans to eat the meat and utilize game for themselves. Meat markets for instance. cannot handle game. save in a limited sense. Therefore. only those who have the time to get out In the hills and kill their own game. can profit by the law. Those who remain In town busy with their work must buy outside meat or else depend upon their friends to get an occasional piece of fresh meat. To allow bona fide settlers to sell a limited amount of game would provide them with money to develop their places, and al the same time give town residents cheap meat occasionally. Under such plan there would be no more game slaughtered than under the present arrangement Native dogs and wolves and others can secure plenty of game which Is denied to the town resident Juneau Dispatch.
The Nome daily nugget., 1916-02-10

kon have been contributing in ones and two to the defense of the country ever since the war started 1t was not until recently that any considerable number left at the same time. The steamer Sophia on her last trip southward Carried ten men to Victoria where they will go into training. and twelve more will leave Whitehorse this week
The Nome daily nugget., 1916-02-10

Henry Ford's announcement that the second peace expedition. which he in- tends to send to Europe, will be com posed of personalities" rather than "personages" indicates that the noted pacificists keen penetration has en- abled him to spot at least one of the flaws in his first fruitless attempt to carry the olive branch to tho embat. tied nations of the old world.
 There Is little doubt that he Ia per- fectly correct in his estimate of what was wrong with the first peace sx- petition. for . glance ovsr ths list of