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The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1916-05-03
LAURENS, S. c., MAY 3, 1916.
WELCOME TO LAURENS..

we believe that we reflect the senti-
ment of the people of this community
In saying that one of the greatest
pleasures that we get out of the chau-
tauQua season is that Of having so
many people OF tho ncighboring towns
with us at the various meetings. Their
presence here, we feol, is an assur-
ance OF their kindly feeling towards
rs ans. recognition of Laurens' sin
corc desire to make the chautauQua a
plea. urc and benefit for the whole
county. The spirit OF cooperation
end good fellowship which exists be-
tween the countyscat and other com
munitics Of the county. as seen in the
rhautauQua and other enterprises of
like nature, such as the county fairs,
school fairs and educational rallies of
various kinds. cannot but help make
q better and more prosperous people.
ltaurCns has mover made any Of it's CO.
operative movements into money-mak-
Ing enterprises and doubtless this has
bccN tho underlying cause Of their
acknowledged success While our
merchants are as anxious to show a
profit II their business as the mer-
chants Of other cities, they have. as
r """o"al thing. looked at these enter
priscs ir . broad way and contributed
the" financial support for the general
W"'""rn, doing their share in advanc-
ir'" 80 fn,nrcEiS OF all content in thC
F"|o" Cat whatever or kind Of hcnc-
r." ilct accrue will he shared by
them.
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1916-05-03

has often suggested from Laurens
westward to connect with the South
ern over about Bolton. We also
thought Of the editorial In Mondays
'Columhia Record, evidently written
by Mr. William Banks, who Is familiar
with the section Of country between
here and Anderson, in which the ad-
vantages of such a railroad are point
cd out. The Records editorial on the
subject had already been put in type
when Mr.. Albert spoke yesterday and
we reproduce II here, as follows:
We observe that the citizens of Lau-
rens and Clinton are very much inter-
ested in the proposed new line Of
railway from Spartanburg via Cross
Anchor to somewhere else.
Such line of railway would open
fine section Of country somewhat re-
mote from existing railways, and
would be developer for that section
Of South Carolina.
But the road which Laurens first
should try to get would be a connec-
ton from Laurens to Belton to con-
meet with the Piedmont & Northern,
the electric interurban. That would
be the greatest thing that could ever
happen for Laurens.
We have long cherished the fancy
that it would be great thing for Co
lumbia, also. For If line is built
from Bolton to Laurens, it would be
but matter Of a very short time until
the Columbia. Newberry & Laurens
would be bought and converted into
an electric railway--or a paralleling
electric line would be built.
There is now not bit of doubt that
electric line will be built from Allan
to to Anderson. For some years
when we discussed that proposition it
was to be met with an incredulous
day when one can get aboard an cleo
trcally propelled train, starting from
Columbia. and going through to At
lanta without change.
'fhu tiS loutc lOl SuCh
railroad would be via Newbcrry, Lau-
renS, Bolton, Anderson, and then
across the State line.
This development is coming. Big
things are possible, are most certain
~ in store. But II is necessary for
Columbia to realize the opportunity
and TO seize ii when il comes.
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1916-05-03
COT NTY CONVENTION
PASSED OFF QUIETLY
Continued from Page Onc.)

OF county to county campaign meet
inSs and to also vote against any
resolution to abolish the present moth
od of township campaign for county
Offices"
The following resolutions were in
iroduccd by Judge O. G. Thompson and
seconded by John r. Finley, who said
he wanted the "hOnor" OF endorsing
Woodrow Wilson for president con-
meeting his name with those of Wash
ington and Lee as the greatest OF
Americans:
Recognizing the splendid achieve
ments Of the present national admin
istration. we renew our fealty and al
legiance. and pledge our support. to
the great Democratic party Of the
United States, profoundly impressed
with the conviction that its continu-
ance in power as security for peace,
prosperity and safety, appeals to the
nation.
That the transccndcnt leadership
of President Wilson. during a period
when our country was not only strug-
Cling under the weight OF great in
ternal problems. political. social, and
economic, which called for states
manship OF the very highest order,
but also al time fraught with the
peril of grave and threatening interna-
tional disput. brought about by the
great world war, whose lowering
clouds threaten to cover the face of
the earth, drawing all nations into it's
vortex and which has seemingly kept
this nation upon the very verge Of
bloody conflict for many months, has
earned for him the gratitude and con-
fidence of his countrymen.
I'VE pledge to him our earnest and
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1916-05-03
SPECIAL NOTICES.
: 5 5 5

Products OF Watts Mills We have
nice line of fancy mcrccrizcd shirt and
waist goods, worth 25c yard going
at 2oc while they last at Watts Mills
Store. 4l-1t
Peas 80 Bushels GOOD sound spcck-
led peas for sale, $l.50 per bushcl
Write or see John c. Smith, Waterloo,
S. G. ll-5t-pd
Wanted Reliable man to represent
Singer Sewing Machine Company. in
either upper or lower part of Laurens
county. Steady job and good oppor-
tunity for right party. Apply to or
address Singer Sewing Machine Co.,
Greenwood, S. c., or c. G. Stricklcr.
Laurens, s. G. 41-1t
For Rent-One 10-room brick house,
all modern convencnces, 800 yards
from public square. Nearly one acre
splendid garden. Large shady front
yard. Rate reasonable. w. G. Ian
caster 41-3t
For Sale-Somc milch COWS, sheep
and pigs r.. p. Poole. Laurcns, Rt. 2,
Phone H. 4-1t-pd
Lost Somewhere on West Main
street. small baby pin with name
Nancy" engraved upon 1t. Finder
please return to w. G. Waldrop or TO
this office. i1-1t-pd
Lost-Pointer Dog. Has brown
ears, brown spots on his back. bob
tail, left car is marked, answers to
name Of "Tobe". Liberal reward to
finder. J. E. Gray, Gray Court, Route
I. 40-2t
For Sale Everything in machinery
from a ginning outfit to condenser
belt. c. w. McCravy, With Gibbcs Ma
chinery Co. 39-tf
For Sale-Proto Rico Sweet Potato
Plants $150 per thousand, cash with
order. Caswcll &c Grimes, Alachua,
Fla. 38-4t
Plgs-Pure Durock pigs for sale. 8
weeks to 6 months old Satisfaction
guaranteed. Pigs from prize winning
stock kinard's Durock Stock Farm.
T, 37-7t-pd
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1916-05-03
WHAT THE DOCTOR KNOWS.
Kidneys Must BE Right to Insure
Health.

Kidneys Must BE Right to insure
Health.
rev pcoplc realiHc 10 "hal cNtc,,'
thclr ncaitn depchdS upon 'ie cohoi-
'ion Oh inc kidneys.
he ph!sican III nearlS al cases oi
SERIOUS Illness makes chcn'lcal
analysis ol me pa'len' urine. nc
KNOWS ihl' nnlcSS III" hiuilc!S arc 90
ihS ,hrir work properly lhe o,heI OF
cams cannon f'aoiiE DC pro"Sht p'cN
TO hcai'h ana S.rchS'h.
Nn'n INC kluueNS arc ncStcc'cu oi
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1916-05-03

united support and view with cheer
and assurance, the prospect for his
unanimous nomination In the national
Democratic Convention, and to his
reelection in Novem-
ber."
On motion Of r. A. Cooper clubs
were authorized to be formed at Ow-
ings Station and Thompson's store out
of the old Powers shop box.
The Following is tho list Of eXccu-
tive committee men:
Mountville-S. S. Farrar.
Clinton-R. P. Adair.
Goldvillc--Geo. A. Browning, Jr.
Hopewell-H. B. Workman.
Clinton Cotton Mill-N. e. Curry.
Youngs-W. p. Harris.
Cooks Store-E. w. Patton.
Ora
Lanford-J. w. Lanford.
Renno--J. G. Mcmillan.
Langston-F. l.. Donnan.
Cross Hill--W. B. Fuller.
Wade-J. C. Coats.
Daniels Store-W. l.. Cooper.
Mount Pleasant-B. H. Paisley.
Ekom-J. G. Mcdaniel.
Waterloo-J. II. Wharton.
Tip Top-A. w. Sims.
Poplar Springs. p. Simmons.
Princeton. II. Machen.
Hickory Tavern. w. kellett.
Woodville-W. S. Adair.
Gray Court--F. d. Bolt.
Power
ShilOh-J l.. Powers.
Dials---John Norrcll.
Pleasant Mound-T. w. Cannady.
Laurens-W. l.. Gray.
Laurens MILF. p. McGowan.
Watts Mills. II. Puckett.
Grays Store-Not reported.
Patterson's Store-Not reported
Stewart's Store--Not reported.
Thompson's Storc--L. A. Thompson.
Owings-J l.. Gray.
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1916-05-03
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The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1916-05-03

We are showing a great line OF fa-
nous Simmons Steel Beds, priced to
please.
S. NJ. & e. II. WILKES & co.
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1916-05-03

solid car load OF cloth. domcSticS
and summer dress goods. AT j. G.
Burns & Co., and It's Same goods for
.pSS nonEN
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1916-05-16
Ivory G. Kimball.

In the death of Judge Ivory &. Kim
ball Washington loses one of its oldest
and most useful and respected citizens.
He had made this city his home for
fifty three years, coming here in cler-
zeal position after service in the north
ern army during the civil war, and later
entering the practice of law. For nine
teen years, from 1891 to 1910. he sat on
the bench of the District Police Court
and administered justice there with i'm
partially and keen consideration for
the public welfare During his service
in that capacity he passed upon more
than 10000 cases, making a remarkable
record of industry and thoroughness.
Upon his retirement from that position
Judge KimbalI continued his interest in
public matters, and was an active
worker in community affairs up to the
time of his last illness. He was firm
believer in the possibilities of the CAPT
tai as a great national city and bent
his energies unAaggingly for its devel
opment.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1916-05-16

ury. the sandstone colonnade of which on
18th street was a lew years ago replaced
with granite at heavy cost.
There is no real economy in reducing
the initial cost of public buildings, es-
pecially in these days of high prices
In few years a cheaply built building
Hooks shabby. Of course, for million
dollars building of the factory type
could be erected of ample size for the
Department of Justice, or possibly a
building like the new Interior Depart
ment that is perhaps fortunately being
so placed that it will not be seen by a
majority of visitors to Washington.
There should certainly never be any
more mistakes like the pension Office.
whose red brick abomination is so
in evidence. The site pre-
empted for the Department of Justice
building demands liberal expenditure
and no cramped condition of the Treas
ury. ce tain to pass in few months or
in any case before the building is half
should operate to induce
Congress now to cut down the cost to
the point at which it would be possible
only to put up a shelter for the depart
ment and not home commensurate with
its dignity.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1916-05-16
For a Waterfront Park.

Secretary Baker has sent to the Sen
ure to acquire title for the United
States to two squares lying on the East
ern branch, just west of Buzzards point,
and separated from the War College
reservation by the James Creek canal
1t is proposed to add these squares to
chain of small parks extending south
ward from the Capitol, giving water
front terminal. The project is most de-
sirable, as it tends to correct most
undesirable condition Great improve
ments have been effected during recent
years in that part of the city. James
Creek canal was for many years pub
lie menace and an evesore. being no
less than an open sewer during the
greater part of its flow through South
Washington to the branch. 1t has been
covered over in part, and it is now pro-
posed to complete this change to the
water front, in which case the addition
of the two squares to the east will most
effectively finish off the governments
holdings in the neighborhood of the War
College reservation. The work now in
progress in the reclamation of the East
ern branch will give the city an unsur
passed water front if the improvements
which have been inaugurated on the
western and southern sides are continued
1t is quite unlikely that the river front
Immediately east of the War College
grounds will ever be developed for ship
ping facilities. and the acquisition of
the title of this land by the govern
ment now will doubtless prevent the de-
of unsightly and unwholesome
conditions.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1916-05-16

is bound to effect disarmament indis-
criminately throughout Ireland if it I'M
dertakes to disarm any of the people
The determination of the Obstetrics
however, to retain their arms is certain
to cause serious embarrassment unless
compromise can be effected whereby
form of militia organization can be
esta blished under the direction perhaps
of British officers. The thought of dis
armament is extremely distasteful to all
factions of the Irish people and par
ticularly so to those of Ulster, who have
never actually accepted home rule and
appear to be as earnestly determined
not to accept it as ever.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1916-05-16
The Evening Star Newspaper Company
New Jersey.

Conditions in New Jersey have been
giving the Presidents friends much anx-
iety. Rows antedating 1912 have been
revived. Rows post-dating that year
have grown very ugly. Inquiries have
come from democrats at a distance.
Why not try some soothing sirup in the
Presidents own state7 Look at In
diana. where the Taggart organization,
with Mr.. Taggart in the forefront as
candidate for senator, is bearing the ad
ministration's hallmark. Look at Hi
nois. where the Sullivan organization is
approved, and Mr.. Sullivan ready to go
to ST. Louis and cast the vote of the
state for the Presidents denomination.
Look at New York. where overtures are
being made to Tammany to forgive and
forget. and be good Why not placate
the Smith-Nugent machine, and insure
its greatest activity this YEAR,
The nudge has borne fruit Over
lures to the Jersey bosses are reported
as under preparation. Patronage will
be offered. Cooperation will he invited.
Let the dead past bury its dead Act
in the living present. with November
ahead Will Mr. Smith and Mr. Nugent
accept,
The New jersey senatorship is a
stumbling block. Mr.. MARITIME wants a
second term He obtained the first
through the favor of Mr.. Wilson. then
governor. and over the opposition of the
Smith Nugent machine. He is still I'M
der the ban of the machine, but no
longer enjoys the active favor of Mr.
wilson If the President and the ma
chine could agree upon a candidate for
senator much progress would probably
follow
As senator Mr. MARITIME has been in
dustrious and independent Where
he has done so Fundamentally. Where
his convictions have led him into diff
ferent course he has taken it frankly
and with courage. In the main he has
been "a good Indian and made him
self at home on the reservation.
Although the President is not giving
Mr. MARITIME his support for second
term. Mr. MARITIME is giving the Presi-
dent his support. The senator is in the
forefront of the movement for nom-
nation by reclamation at st. Louis. He
can see nothing but Wilson to the prop
osition there. and will return home to
work hard for the ticket
All in all. the New Jersey problem is
the most difficult the President has vet
encountered. and will test his powers as
q peace making politician to the ut
most.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1916-05-16
Georgetown.

Washingtonians of the present day
are, as a rude, not acquainted with the
fact that that portion of the capital
which is known as Georgetown was a
distinct town before the creation of
the federal District, and was an impor
tant port, its commerce being second
to none in the United States at one
period Last evening at a meeting of
the Georgetown Citizens Association the
history of the old city was read by Will
liam A. Gordon, a veteran Georgetownian,
fully acquainted with the records and
exceptionally qualified to relate the
story of the western part of the Dis
trict. 1t is difficult to picture some of
the scenes related by Mr. Gordon as
characteristic of Georgetown in the days
of its prosperity as a shipping center
in the light of present conditions. For
instance. he told last evening of how
the vessels from over the seas sailed up
the Potomac by the main channel flow
ing between Analostan Island and Vir
ginia and came to anchor in the harbor
lying below the present line of the
Aqueduct bridge He told of the hustle
at the wharves as cargoes were loaded
and unloaded from these ships, the gen
eral commercial activity, the growth of
the town, the later provision of bridges
across the river and finally the merger
of the corporation with Washington and
the loss of political identity.
A strong spirit of pride has always
existed among the Georgetownians
Though the commercial supremacy has
passed eastward across Rock creek
Georgetown retains distinct character.
1t clings to its original name fondly.
The Georgetownians are true and loyal
Washingtonians. however, and are al
ways eager to bear their share of the
burden of citizenship. Development has
been comparatively slow in that section,
largely as result of geographic condi-
tons Georgetown, with its beautiful
hills and sweeping views, is always at
tractive, and will remain dear to the
hearts of those who have been identi
fed with it. Mr.. Gordon's paper on the
history of the old town is a valuable
contribution to local records, and it is
matter for congratulation that the
Citizens Association has moved for its
permanent preservation.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1916-05-16
The Irish Complication.

England's Irish troubles have plainly
not been ended with the collapse of the
instruction. Not only have the pun
ishments which have been meted ont to
the leaders caused a bitter feeling
throughout the island, but now an en-
deavor by the British government to
secure the disarmament of all the citi
zen soldiery of Ireland, regardless of
faction or party, has met with opposi
ton in another direction At Belfast
yesterday Premier Asquith found that
the Obstetrics, who are strongly adverse
TO home rule. and who two years ago
were themselves on the point or re-
belEon. are determined to resist anv
disarmament measure. Thus in the
south of Ireland there is discomfort for
England's failure to give the island I'D
to independence. and in the north thete
is reaction hostile TO any degree Of
autonomy.
The home rule act, passed in the face
pended when the war broke, and IN
deed the conflict on the continent which
quickly embroiled England was viewed
in certain measure as beneficial in that
it prevented an Irish crisis Until the
Dublin revolt broke there was no sign of
any serious disaffection. The Ulster
ties were complacent, feeling that per
haps at the close of the war home rude
would be rescinded and save for com
paratively few radicals the south of Ire
land rested content with the enactment
of the legislation and the assurance OF
its full operation after the close OF
hostilities. Had it not been for Case
ment's conspiracy in all likelihood this
| condition would have continued iudef
| nitely.
-Obyiousiy the government. at London
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1916-05-16
The Justice Department Building.

II will be most unfortunate if the
bill now pending in the Senate for the
construction of building for the De
partment of Justice is sidetracked on
the score of economy, or If the amount
named in the measure $4,000 000) is
materially reduced, as proposed This
building is most urgently needed The
department is now housed in shameful
inadequaey in group of rented struc-
lures, and an appropriation is pending
for the construction Of a private build
ing FOR lease to the government for
this use for period of years In all
likelihood If action is not had at the
present session on the Swanson bill so
that the work can be begun next sea
son L will be impossible to complete the
building in time for occupation at the
expiration Of the lease. Thus as a busi
ness precaution the bill should be passed
now simultaneously with the provision
for the leasing of a private building.
As 70 the matter of cost, it will be
100000 An adequate public struc-
ture suitable for an Office of such i'm
portance as the Department of Justice
cannot now be constructed for less than
the amount named in the Swanson bill.
For 100000, as proposed in a pending
amendment, building could, it is true,
he put up on the 18th street site, already
owned by the government But it would
be out of harmony with the general
ta:lding scheme Of the government in
design and materials Nothing but the
best should go into permanent govern
nlent structures in Washington The
exterior walls should be of marble or
granite Of the finest quality The in
terror finish should be of the most du-
ra;,ic material These buildings sre not
PIT gp for Il few wears. but for all time
NJ mere mistakes should be made such
as~in.thl coastructione OF. thesOld Treas.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1916-05-16
Right and Wrong.

Sunshine in de daytime;
Moonshine in de night!
All de time is playtime
When de world is runnin' right.
Robin red bre's' bringin'
A tune at break O. day
An de mockin' bird is singin'
When de sunshine fades away.
But folks can't find enjoyment
In simply bein' glad.
Dey makes it DER employment
To leave dis old world sad.
Dcy makes de tear drop glisten
Th'oo de sunshine an de song
Till nobody wants to listen
= Whauhda uvorld A v1,n n in Ayuronr
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1916-05-16
Getting the Wrong Man.

"There is something wrong with the
social system" remarked the thought
full woman.
what makes you think so?"
"That bandit who made all kinds of
trouble is still roaming the world free
man, and my husband, who is as con
scientious and law hiding citizen as
you would want to meet, is locked up on
jury duty"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1916-05-16

W j. Bryan will no doubt secure
place in the st. Louis convention Even
so persuasive parsonage as he is can
not expect to control political delibera-
tons by telephone.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1916-05-16

questions of revenue to provide for
national defense ought to be easy for
the country that has become the dump
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1916-05-16

The Japanese method of mobbing an
aviator who does not fly as scheduled
adds materially to the perils of the air
ship.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1916-05-16

Willingness to turn swords into plow-
shares is no guarantee that Col. Bryan
is going to St. Louis for the sole pur-
pose of promoting agricultural enthu-
siasm.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1916-05-16

So far the only tangible peace sug
gestion is the hope expressed by each
side that the other will perceive the
futiitv of further resistance.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1916-05-16
In a Position to Remember.

"An elephant never forgets an in
jury"
"He can afford not to. Hes usually
big enough to whip the creature that in
ficted it."
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1916-05-16

preparedness demonstration that
will include extensive naval and mill
tary features VIII be next in order