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Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1916-11-01

Seven Londoners have been exempt
ed from military service because they
are rat catchers and their employer
nroved that women cannot do the
work. Wonder If the suffragists dis
pute this statement?
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1916-11-01

The fy-swatting campaign is tre-
mendously good thing, but it does make
us q little tired to see the fellers who
think they have done days work
when they have winged a fly.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1916-11-01

The chances are that the man who
shows up as q champion in times Of
danger is the kind Of fellow who would
look like coward if he had to take
q whooping old dose of castor lie.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1916-11-01

Miss Annie Roberts, a charming
Young LADY from Columbia, is the
guest of Miss Julia Folk and Miss
Lydia Brunson.
Mrs. E. H. Wash, of the Reho
both section, is spending some time
with her daughter, Mrs. L. A.
Broadwater.
Mr.. Clarence Weaver is with the
Addison Mills, serving as stenogra
pher. His friends welcome him
back to Edgefeld.
The managers of both the FEEDER.
al and State election are requested
to come for the boxes and tickets
Saturday, November 4.
Mr.. B. H. Parker came in off the
road and spent Sunday here with
the home-folk. He received the
clad from his Edgefeld friends.
Mr.. and Mrs. Jerold LaGrone
are receiving the congratulations
of their friends over the coming OF
another little son into their home.
Patronize the ladies of the Civic
League who are serving dinner In
the woman's building each day of
the county fair. They serve boun-
tiful dinners at popular prices.
Mr.. J. L. Martin of Leesville,
La, is spending some time with his
his sisters, Mrs. M. DeLoach and
Mrs. A. B. Broadwater. He wor-
shipped in the Baptist church Sun
day morning.
Nj. Claude Lyon came up and
spent Sunday with his parents, Mr..
and Mrs. Nj. D. Lyuo. He has
made good with the large grocery
firm in Augusta, just as everybody
expected he would.
1t is generally regretted that Mr..
and Mrs. J. G. Kirkland will leave
rs tomorrow to make their home IN
Batesburg, Mr.. Kirkland having ac-
cepted the position Of telegraph op-
orator at that r,ace. The Bates
burg operator, Mr.. McNabb, will
come to Edgeield.
The members of the Baptist
church were delighted to hear DR..
NJ. D. Jefries, their former pastor
who for the past two years has
been doing very effective work in
Spartanburg, preach for them Sun
day. Since coming to Edgefield for a
weeks visit. He and Mrs. Jeffrles
have been very affectionatety
greeted.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1916-11-01

In hot countries the people are less
civilized than in cold ones. Aren't we
all less civilized when the tempera-
ture goes up? What moral and
intellectual blessing, then is an elec-
trio fanI
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1916-11-01

A Wisconsin man who caught fish
was disgusted when he saw it was
nothing but q sucker, but frightened
up when he found diamond ring In
It's stomach. Moral, always look in
flsh's stomach.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1916-11-01

A French corporal and one private
took 100 German soldiers as prisoners,
but maybe they were not very anxious
to fight.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1916-11-01

It may be granted that some Of the
alleged comic artists can draw pictures
and salaries, but 1t still remains one
of life's little mysteries how they ever
draw laughs.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1916-11-01

A Cambridge psychologist is invesh-
eating the reasons why girls kiss SOL
diers. apparently oblivious to the fact
that there are but two-girls and SOL
diers.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1916-11-01

Among the thrilling feats Of the year
should be catalogued that Of notifying
q vice presidential candidate that he's
been nominated.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1916-11-01

New York has a car conductor who
used to be doctor, and lot Of other
towns have some that might make good
conductors.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1916-11-01

We have large assortment of
Ladies' Skirts, in Serge, Garbardlne
and Poplin. Sizes up TO 3s.
Rubenstein.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1916-11-01

Whenever we see beautiful young
girl kissing a dog we think she ought
to tell her beau to get the license or
get out.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1916-11-01

That marriage ceremony in Esperan-
to has its advantages If 1t includes the
obligation not to obtain divorce ex-
cept by the same means.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1916-11-01

Soon as a man begins to like the
sound of his own voice, he wants to
enter into a joint debate with some
body.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1916-11-01

The per capita wealth Of the United
States is now $4,000. That fact
doesn't deeply interest those of US
who have been per capitated out Of
ours.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1916-11-01

1t is reported that a German scien-
tist has found q means Of making crow
edible. Probably, though, this has no
special significance.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1916-11-01

In all the advice we have read for
the proper care Of children, we have
found nothing which recommends TAX
ing the baby to the movies.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1916-11-01

Mr.. of Hawaii is said to have the
shortest name in the world, but he
doesn't use it oftener than a congress
man.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1916-11-01
The Best Hot Weather Tonic

GROVES TAsrELEss chill TONIC enriches the
blood, builds up the whole system and will won.
derfully strengthen and fortify you to Withstand
the depressing effect of the hot summer. soc.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1916-11-01

relatives joined them, and a pleasant
day was spent. @
Miss Hortene Padgett was a visi-s
tor here the last of the week. #
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1916-11-01

Among the pathetic incidents of life
is that Of girl trying to divide her
affections between young man and
her dog, so neither will feel hurt.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1916-11-01
Honor Roll of Rehoboth School.

First Grade-Eddie Culbreath.
Third Grade-Mary Winn.
Fourth Grade-Ellen Culbreath.
Eighth Grade-Kathleen Gil
christ.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1916-11-01

Am now ready to begin my mus
ic class, both instrumental and vo-
cal, each $500 month. Your pa
tronage solicited.
Mrs. J. r. Tompkins.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1916-11-01

Mrs. E. H. Wash, of the Reho-
both section, is spending some time
with her daughter, Mrs. L. A.
Broadwater.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1916-11-01
Your Patronage Solicited.

We have direct the manufacturers and have made large purchases
better
ply the needs of the people along all lines
full line of Bed Room Suits Sdboards Hat
Bureaus Rockers and Chairs of all kinds and grades you
n Furniture before buying
the smallest the largest and from
We also complete assortment OF Su
Hand-ba them
discard DID, bumedout stove and good
We stock reasonable Also see our
Our vehicle always departments We
Bugges patrons large and varied assortment
of grades and Styles Of trimmings ETC. you need new buggy ta1e
the best farm the market Scores and
Edg county have tested them thoroughly their sat-
Baction. always on hand
Ifin need ANYTHING Undertaking Department. let serve you
Caskets Our hearse responds
We carry our large and plantation supplies on our hr
floor quantities the lowest possible price ana MAKE Close
prices
We solicit share of patronage
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1916-11-01

Miss Annie Roberts, charming
young lady from Columbia, is the
guest of Miss Julia Folk and Miss
Lydia Brunson.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1916-11-01

Mr.. Clarence Weaver is with the
Addison Mills, serving as stenogra-
pher. His friends welcome him
back to Edgefeld.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1916-11-01

The managers of both the FEEDER
al and State election are requested
to come for the boxes and tickets
Saturday, November 4.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1916-11-01

Mr.. B. H. Parker came in off the
road and spent Sunday here with
the home-folk. He received the
clad from his Edgefeld friends.
The Lexington progress. (Lexington, Tenn.) 1884-current, 1916-03-31
SPECIAL MEET
ING CORN CLUB
BOYS, APRIL |.

All boys who are members of the
Corn Club, or expect to be MEM
bers this year are requested to be
present at the meeting in Lexington
at l:2O p m.,, Saturday. April 1st,
when the following program will be
carried out.
Preparation of Seed Bed'-H. S.
Nichols, District Agent.
How | Selected my Seed for
1916" Roy McPeake, Corn Club,
1856.
What Variety Shall | Use III.
A. Powers, County Agent.
Educational Value of Club
Work" A, L. Denison, Principal of
Chesterfield School.
Judging Contest.
Special surprise for all present.
The judging will be for each boy
present, The four boys who show
the most skill in this, will be award
ed special prizes.
Teachers are requested to urge all
boys to be present.
H. A. Powers, Co. ACT,
The Lexington progress. (Lexington, Tenn.) 1884-current, 1916-03-31
School Notes.

Another test is in progress this
week.
The students enjoyed the stories
told Thursday morning at Chapel
by Mr.. Pepper, of Memphis.
Our principal received from Dean
Roll of the U. 7. reports Of the Hen
derson county boys in school there,
grades averaging from 81 to SO,
which is hardly surpassed by the
records Of students from any other
school in the state.
In answer to a call from Parsons,
Prof. Brown went over Friday night
and delivered an address on The
Benefits of a High School"
We are all rejoicing over the pros
poets of a new school building.
The students are beginning to
look forward to commencement ex-
ercises, which will occur the last
week Of April.
Notwithstanding the unfavorable
evening, a fairly good sized audi
ence attended the recital Saturday
night. The pupils all did well, re-
iecting much credit upon Miss
Hughes, their teacher.
The criticism upon our school
which appeared in the last issue of
The PROGRESS is considered very I'M
just by those who are in position
to know. The influence OF this
school for good is felt not only in
Lexington, but throughout Hendef-
son county. Most of the county
teachers have been students in Lex
ington school. A few years ago
about SO per cent. of the teachers
of this county passed the state ex-
animation Last year in a similar
examination about SO per cent.
made their grade, which shows the
efficiency of teachers to have in
creased over 100 per cent. Why
this improvement?
When our students 90 to the Uni
versity, they are able to cope with
the best. Where did they get their
inspiration? A great part Of it with
in the "sooty crumbling walls" of
the Lexington school. Look at the
records our students make in the
higher institutions of learning.
Teachers from these schools, capa-
BILE critics, tell us our boys and girls
are among their best students, lead
| Ing their classes in some instances.
| do not believe that there is
another school in the state working
under such adverse circumstances
that has made as high a record.
Had you ever thought how much
more good a boost would do than a
knock.
The Lexington progress. (Lexington, Tenn.) 1884-current, 1916-03-31
ating in the speeches.

atlng iii the speeches..
Harvey Bradfeld, Joe and John
Davis and worth Powers we're in
dicted for being absent on pre-
vious date without an excuse. All
submitted and paid fines Of Sc each,
except Harvey Bradfield, who was
released.
More members were present than
at any previous meeting and it is
plainly shown that everything
points to a fine program by the
Pericleans on final night.
Seeing a. article in the PROGRESS
critizing very harshly our school,
and realizing that it was written by
one who is not in position to crit
icize it, We, the Pericleans, adopted
the following resolutions condemn
ing the article:
"lnasmuch as the CRITICS m
against our school, which appeared
IN the PROGRESS, was made by one
who never visits our class rooms
and has never made the acquain-
lance of the student body and has
shown no special interest in our
school, we do not believe she is in
position to give just criticism.
and inasmach as she reflects upon
the entire citizenship of our town
as not knowing what a real school
is, and presumes that she herself is
the only one to tell; be it therefore,
RESOLVED, that we, the members
Of the Periclean Society, and stu
dents of the school, condemn such
reports and insist that those in
terested make Investigations for
themselves and learn of the ssplen-
did work being done. Be it further
RESOLVED, That copies of these
resolutions be furnished each of the
county papers with a request to
publish them"
We certainly did not think Of one
as estimable as she, writing such
things about our splendid school.
Surely she does not know that some
sixty or seventy-fve of the most
worthy youths Of the county are
daily arriving here, with the aid Of
competent teachers to equip them
selves with the robe of education
education which so benefits us
now and forever.
Be it hereby known that we ex-
tend the lady a cordial invitation to
visit our school and thoroughly in
vestigate its workings from the very
foundation.
After the expressions toward the
article mentioned above, a program
committee was appointed after
which the society adjourned.
Respectfully,
GORDON TURNER, Secy.
[NoTE-The article in The Proc
REss" referred to was a signed ar
ticle appearing in our last issue, for
which we are not responsible ED-
itOr.
The Lexington progress. (Lexington, Tenn.) 1884-current, 1916-03-31
THE PERICLEANS.

On Thursday afternoon, March 28
1915, the Periclean Society met in
regular session and carried out the
following program:
DEBATE:
Subject: "Resolv ed that the
schools of Henderson county should
be consolidated"
Affirmaiive-H. V. Pendegrass,
John P. Davis.
Negative:-Elbert Weaver, Tom
Phillips.
Both sides were strongly defend
ed but the judges gave the decision
8 to 0 favorine the affirmative
The paper was read and enjoyed
very much by all, after which the
worthy critic, Jesse Taylor, gave a
few valuable hints on the behavior
Of the members and about person.
The Lexington progress. (Lexington, Tenn.) 1884-current, 1916-03-31

The musical recital given last
Saturday night in College Hall by
Miss Beatrice Hughes and her pu-
pills, was favored by the presence of
an audience Of fair proportions and
was enjoyed by those who attended
Miss Hughes has already proven
her capability as teacher of mus
ic.
The Lexington progress. (Lexington, Tenn.) 1884-current, 1916-03-31

The presence Of E. j. Hall, now 2,
Jackson, Miss, in Lexington last
Tuesday, the 28th., reminded us Of
the fact that that was the date Of
our coming to Lexington to live in
1884. At that time the G. F. Nc
Haney drugstore was in the corner
of the former Council Block now oc-
cupied by the Timberlake-Buckley
firm, and Ed Hall was a stripping
clerk for Uncle Feek," who still
lives and is the oldest man in Lex
ingt0n.
The N. C. & St. L. Railway will
put on sale car of Registered
Shorthorn cattle on April "A, at
Lexington.
J. A. DEERE.
The Lexington progress. (Lexington, Tenn.) 1884-current, 1916-03-31
Nice furnished rooms upstairs. :
ScoTnE CAFE.
To Road Ousrsssrs Of First District.

You are hereby notified to warn
your hands and work the public
roods as soon as possible. The
heavy rains of the winter makes it
very necessary as the roads in plac-
es are most impossible.
L. F. RHODES, Com.
The Lexington progress. (Lexington, Tenn.) 1884-current, 1916-03-31

Another test is in progress this
week.
The Lexington progress. (Lexington, Tenn.) 1884-current, 1916-03-31
Local and Personal


Col H. E. draper has been ia
Memphis.
Our old friend, Alfred Griggs, con.
tinues quite feeble.
Harry v. Denver was here last
Friday between trains.
Jack Owens returned Tuesday
from a visit to Perry county.
Send The PROGRESS to your friend
or relative in another state.
Mrs Ed Tidwell and little daugh-
ter, of Paducah, have been here,
For Sale or Rent-My residence
on Jackson street. -R. M. JORDAN.
Conductor T. D. Moss has missed
two trips this week on account Of
il ness.
Mrs. Emmett Sneed went to Mem
phis Monday and returned Wednes-
day.
Mrs. Harry Dennison, of Perry
vile, was here in the last week END
one day.
Fresh fish Friday and Saturday,
Buffalo and cat--at the ScoTTlE CAFE
j. W. Adcock, of Luray, was a re-
cent caller and contributor to this
office.
Prof. McReynolds attended a Y.
M. c. A. meeting in Jackson in the
last weekend.
Tennessee River Buffalo and cat
fish, on Fridays and Saturdays at
the ScoTTE CAFE.
Attorney Will Murphy, of Hunt
ingdon, was in Lexington Tuesday
en- route to Jackson.
For SALE.-The A. S. Stanford
Place. Reasonable Terms. W. F.
HANCOCK, Darden, Tenn.
Mrs. John F. Logan improved I'M
til Tuesday afternoon, when she had
a hard chill and was very sick.
Dressed fish, ready for the frying
pan, Buffalo and cat, DIT the ScoTTIE
CAFE, every Friday and Saturday.
Mrs. Nina Denver and Miss Will
Henry Murray, went to Jackson Sat-
urday and returned Sunday.
We were mighty glad to see Mr..
j. A. Eller able to come out We'd
nesday after several days confne-
ment.
Mrs. H. F. Martin and little daugh-
ter, Bruce, left Monday to spend a
week or more with relatives in Nash
vile.
R. C. Anderson, Of the old 18th
district, spent Monday and Tuesday
here, with several other witnesses,
giving dispositions in a Chancery
lawsuit.
The Lexington progress. (Lexington, Tenn.) 1884-current, 1916-03-31

[NoTE-The article in The Proc
REss" referred to was signed ar
ticle appearing in our last issue, for
which we are not responsible.-ED-
itOr.
The Lexington progress. (Lexington, Tenn.) 1884-current, 1916-03-31

Dr. T.. j. HAIL. OF jackson, Miss
spent Tuesday here with his sisters
Mesdames W. A. Frazier and w. |
Riley.
j. Z. Sparkman, and two sons, O
the old Middle Fork neighborhood
igaye this office pleasant call Wed
nesday.
! Engineer Elver Eller came dowr
from Paducah Wednesday night to
see his father, who has been right
sesiously ill.
Mrs. r. L. Taylor and Mrs. Fred
c. Boren have been to Decaturville
this week with a display of hats for
J. R. Montgomery.
Thomas W. Stegall and wife will
have rooms in the home of DR.. w.
+. Huntsman and board with Mrs.
Blount, next door.
DR.. W. F. Huntsman has been i'm
proving the upper story of his resi-
dence on Purdy street. w. !. Car
rington doing the work.
Louis Cation, editor of the Wayne
C0untian, published at Clifton. was
in Lexington last Saturday and gave
this office a call.
Mrs. L. j. Holcomb accompanied
by cher sister, Miss Chambers, of
Paducah, spent last week here visit
ing Mrs. L. C. HolcOmb.
Attorney W. H. Lancaster went
to Decaturville Monday evening to
engage in the delightful pastime of
taking Chancery dispositions.
G. A. Thompson and wife are nice
ly remodeling the interior of their
cozy home on Purdy street--hard-
wood floors, new papering, etc.
Eugene Anderson, of Jackson,
was here last Sunday -and Ruth
said Where thy grave is mine shall
be and there will be buried"
Mrs. Fannie Ewing and daughter
Miss Rnbie. were here Wednesday
en- route for their home at Clifton
after spending the winter in Jack
son, Miss.
Roy Page returned Tuesday
from visit to Murfreesboro, to see
his twin sister, Ruth, who is in the
Tennessee College for Young wo-
men.
For Sale--At reasonable price
three residences and a vacant lot
on depot street.
tt. w. A. LAWYER.
A new baby boy, the first child
in the home of brakeman
Bonnie WEIGH with his father-in-
law W. !. Carrington last Sunday
night.
Mrs. T. B. Gideon and two chill
dren returned the latter part of last
week from a visit of several days
with relatives in Somerville and
Memphis.
For Sale-Florida Yam sweet po-
tato seed, $1.00 per bushel. j. F.
WNsLow, Cumberland Tel. 189.
Lexington, Tenn.
DR.. W. B. Keeton, of Scots Hill,
was here Monday and was accom-
paused home by his son, Wilbur
who will spend several days visiting
relatives.
Hon. +. y. Roberts returned from
Saltlllo last Saturday, leaving Mrs.
Roberts to continue her visit. Mr..
Roberts may 90 back-to his fishing
with Fayette Duck.
Joe Murphy, a good farmer and
pood citizen of the WllderSville COM
was in Lexington last Sat-
urday-all dressed up and shaking
hands with his friends.
FOR SALE-Florida Yam seed
sweet potatoes. The best one on
earth for yield, keeping qualities
ond eating.
W. R. HAWKS.
Gleason. Tenn,
The Lexington progress. (Lexington, Tenn.) 1884-current, 1916-03-31
ORDER OF NOTICE THEREON


On this 2h March, reading foregoing petit
ordered
10Th April a. 1916 before
o'clock published in
the Lexington Progress printed said district
creditors and other in interest the said
and they the
should not be granted And be further ordered the
shall all
and this ORDER addressed to them their place residence
WITNESS the Honorable John e. Mccall, of the
(Sea of the Court said court and the seal thereof
district, on the % day of March, 1916.
A. g. MATTHEWS, Clerk
BY e. Heide, Clerk.
The Lexington progress. (Lexington, Tenn.) 1884-current, 1916-03-31

Last LyceuD Number
Chicago Entertainers in Musical
and Dramatic Sketches
April 10th
DISTRICT COURT OF THE UNIFIED STATES.
STERN DISTRICT OFTENNESSEE
In Bankruptcy.
w IIAJ I EININ u
In the matter of
Peter Evans
Bankrupt.

To the Honorable John Mccall Judge of the District Court
OF the United States for the Western District
Darde the County Henderson, State Tennessee in
respectfully represents that the sth day of December 1915
he addged bankrupt
that he has duly property rights of property
and fully complied with all the
orders the touching his that
full discharge from all debts pvabe
said bankrupt acts such debts
discharge.
Dated this 10th day of February, A. D. 1916
PETER EVANS, Bankrupt
The Lexington progress. (Lexington, Tenn.) 1884-current, 1916-03-31

Please take notice that all taxes
due the Town Of Lexington, are de-
linquent after the hast day day of
this month, and that on April list,
penalty will be added to all taxes
not paid on or before March 3lst,
1916.
N. S. THREADGltL, Recorder.
The Lexington progress. (Lexington, Tenn.) 1884-current, 1916-03-31
Woobawk Poultry Farm

Home Of Woohawk strain of
White Wyandattss
Our birds PAY, LAY and WIN
Matching Eggs and Day Old Chicks
For Sale. Express Prepaid,
Lindsey Place
jackson, Tennessee