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The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1920-09-03
A DISTINGUISHED VISITOR

Mrs. C. S. Byrd, who came to Abb
beville to attend the Missionary In
stitute Wednesday, was the guest of
Mrs. R. E. Cox while in the city.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1920-09-03
RETURNS TO CHARLOTTE.

Miss Leola Harmon left Thursday
for her home in Charlotte after a
visit of several weeks with her aunt,
Mrs. Jas. S. Cochran.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1920-09-03
MAKING A DAY OF 1T

Maj. and Mrs. ]. D. Fulp and
James and John Richard and Misses
May and Eugenia Robertson spent
Thursday in Greenwood, giving the
natives of that village. chance to
Sc what genuine aristocrats look
lr.C.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1920-09-03

Misses EloiEe Moss, of Kings Noun
tain, N. c., and nellie Hill, of Easley,
are in the city for a visit to Miss
Eleanor Gambrell. They will be here
for several days.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1920-09-03

Miss Leo Wilson left Thursday for
weeks visit to the mountains.
DR.. H. A. McElroy and Miss Kath-
leen Richey returned to Columbia
Thursday night after pleasant Wis
it to their parents, Mr.. and Mrs. E.
II. Richey.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1920-09-03
A NEW BOY

Mr.. and Mrs. G. B. Greene of
Anderson are receiving the con-
gratulations of their friends on the
arrival of a new boy at their home
Monday.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1920-09-03

Misses Susan and Rachel Min
shall are in Pelzer for a few days
) visit to Mrs. D. Townsend Smith.
Ernest Robson has returned home
from Easley where he spent the past
week.
Miss Isabelle Moore has returned
from Due West where she spent the
past two weeks with relatives.
Misses Margie Guillebeau and
Louise Gilbert left today for New
berry where they will visit friends
for a week.
Miss Woodrow Wilson of Green
vile is spending the weekend in
Lebanon with her parents, Mr.. and
Mrs. Walter B. Wilson.
Hugh Wallace of Clinton, who is
on his way to Clemson, stopped
over for a few days stay with his
brother, Mr.. Charlie Wallace.
Mr.. Edward Moseley, a young di-
vinity student at Emory College, was
in Abbeville Wednesday visiting
friends.
Mr.. VIM. H. Mckinney, and his
daughter, Miss Mary of Troy were
in Abbeville Wednesday on busi-
ness.
; Miss Mary White has been operat-
ed on at the Memorial Hospital, hav-
ing her tonsils taken out. She is re-
covering rapidly from the ordeal and
will soon be herself again.
Mrs. NJ. R. Plaxco and Miss Mamie
Devlin spent a part of this week in
Due West with Mr.. and Mrs. R. S.
Galloway.
Mrs. J. l.. Mcmillan, Mrs. Otto
Bristow and Mrs. Leslie Mcmillan
spent several days this week at Dy-
son with Messrs J. L. and W. L. Nc
MILAN.
Mrs. J. Moore Mars and little child,
of .tbbeville, are visiting Mrs. Mars
parents, Mr.. and Mrs. E. H. Wilkes.
Miss Irene Wilkes, who has been
spending several weeks in Abbeville,
returned home with them in order to
be ready to enter school next Monday
-Laurns Advertiser.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1920-09-03

Everett Hughes, who has just com
pleted a stenographic course at the
Greenwood Business College, left to-
day for Abbeville, where he will hold
the position of book-keeper for the
Southern Cotton Oil Company.-In
deX-Journal.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1920-09-03

Mansfield E. Hollingsworth, Jr.,
is returning Monday from St.
Luke's Hospital Richmond, Va,
where he has been under treatment
for six weeks. He is somewhat i'm
proved. He is accompanied by his
brother Laurie.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1920-09-03

Miss Susie Lown will arrive in
the city this evening. Miss Lown is
to teach the seventh grade this year,
having the same pupils which she
taught in the sixth grade last year.
She will make her home with Mrs.
R. N. Tiddy.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1920-09-03

Stephen G. Murdock, his young
son, Guy, and former sheriff Joe
M. H. Ashlew of Honea Path, were
business visitors in the city Friday.
Mr.. Murdock is one of the biggest
and most successful farmers in And
erson County.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1920-09-03

During 1919, life insurance COM
panies in the United States wrote
new policies amounting to $780,
100000.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1920-09-03
PROF. DANIEL HERE

Prof. McTyrie Daniel, principal
of the High School, and one of the
most thorough teachers the Able
vile schools have ever had, has ar
rived to take up the work of the
present session. He will be at the
home of Major Fulp again this
wear. He feels encouraged with the
prospects of good year for the
schools.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1920-09-03

Miss Rosalie Richey, of Bradley,
S spending few days in Abbeville
With relatives.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1920-09-03

Mr.. W. S. Cothran, Miss Margaret
Cothran and Miss Kate McDill left
Friday morning for the mountains.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1920-09-03

Mrs. A. L. Harvin is in Greenwood
for few days visit to her friend,
Mrs. Arthur Klugh.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1920-09-03

Mrs. Hassie Harbeson, of the Gill
gal section, is in Abbeville for sever
al days visit to her sister, Mrs. Ed.
Culbreath.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1920-09-03

Mrs. Lillian NJ. Horton, of Mt.
Carmel, and her pretty daughter,
Miss Mary Paschal, were shopping in
Abbeville Thursday.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1920-09-03

Mr.. Mickle, engineer in charge of
the street paving work, has returned
to Abbeville after spending a few
days in Alabama where he went as
a witness in an important case be-
ing tried at his old home.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1920-09-03

Mrs. A. B. Cochran and children,
Virginia and Bonner, are in the city
visiting Mrs. H. R. McAllister. They
will return to their home in Monroe,
Ga. Saturday.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1920-09-03

Mr.. and Mrs. c. E. Williamson
and Miss Maudelle Powell will 60 to
Pansy, Ca, tomorrow and will spend
Sunday with Mr.. and Mrs. w. c..
Powell.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1920-09-03

James C. Hemphill was over from
Greenwood Thursday looking after
his many interests here. Mrs. Hemp
hill and the baby are in the noun
tains for a short stay.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1920-09-03

Mr.. and Mrs. John T. Cheatham, OF
Warrenton, spent Thursday in the
city with Mr.. and Mrs. Mabry Cheat
ham on Church Street.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1920-09-03
DR.. C. H. McMurray spent Thurs
day in Atlanta on business.


day in Atlanta on business.
Mrs. A. L. Harvin is in Greenwood
for a few days visit to her friend,
Mrs. Arthur Klugh.
Miss Rosalie Richey, of Bradley,
is spending a few days in Abbeville
with relatives.
Mr.. W. S. Cothran, Miss Margaret
Cothran and Miss Kate McDill left
Friday morning for the mountains.
Mrs. Hassie Harbeson, of the Gil,
gal section, is in Abbeville for sever
al days visit to her sister, Mrs. Ed.
Culbreath.
Mrs. Lillian M. Horton, of Mt.
Carmel, and her pretty daughter,
Miss Mary Paschal, were shopping in;
Abbeville Thursday.
Mr.. and Mrs. John T. Cheatham, of
Warrenton, spent Thursday in the
city with Mr.. and Mrs. Mabry Cheat
ham on Church Street.
Mrs. A. B. Cochran and children,
Virginia and Bonner, are in the city
visiting Mrs. H. R. McAllister. They
will return to their home in Monroe,
Ga. Saturday.
James C. Hemphill was over from
Thursday looking after
his many interests here. Mrs. Hemp
hill and the baby are in the noun
tains for a short stay.
Mr.. and Mrs. C. E. Williamson
and Miss Maudelle Powell will go to
Pansy, Ca, tomorrow and will spend
Sunday with Mr.. and Mrs. w. c.
Powell.
Mr.. Mickle, engineer in charge of
the street paving work, has returned
to Abbeville after spending a few
days in Alabama where he went as
a witness in an important case be-
ing tried at his old home.
Mansfield E. Hollingsworth, Jr.,
is returning Monday from St.
Luke's Hospital Richmond, Va,
where he has been under treatment
for six weeks. He is somewhat i'm
proved. He is accompanied by his
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1920-09-03

Misses Susan and Rachel Min
shall are in Pelzer for a few days
visit to Mrs. D. Townsend Smith.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1920-09-03

Mrs. ]. L. Mcmillan, Mrs. Otto
Bristow and Mrs. Leslie Mcmillan
spent several days this week at Dy-
son with Messrs J. L. and W. L. Nc
MILAN.
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-02-13
CASE OF
 OVERLOOKING A FORTUNE

HELENA, Mont, Feb. 13.-Richard Lockey of this city stood on the site of the present city of Spokane, when no habitation existed within many miles and debated with a friend wbe- ther it would pay to locate" the falls, he declared recently. The two decided 1t would not as the falls had no tangible value and might not have, they reasoned. for century
 This was in the early days of the rush into Montana gold fields and that part of Washington was then 9 desert, MT. Lockey says. He and his friend were riding to the coas' on business and stopped to see the falls, of which they had heard re ports.
 They had seen the Great Falls oi the Missouri in Montana and found the Spokane falls small in compar ison
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-02-13
DOUGLAS ISLAND NEWS
MRS. PENGlAsE BECOMES
 ~ BRIDE OF MIR. FRANKS

The wedding of Mrs. K. Penglase and Mir. William Franks was sol emnized at 2 o'clock last evening by Rev. Father Van der Pol in his of flee. The bridesmaid was Mrs. Ed ward Mcintyre. while MT. Jerry Cash en, a brother of the bride. stood up for Mir. Franks. The bride looked very attractive in her dress of dark blue tricolette. Only near relatives of the couple were present. lmme diately after the ceremony the bridal pair, accompanied by those attend ing, repaired to the home of MT and Mrs. Jerry Cashen where a wed ding supper awaited them. Covers were laid for IS persons. Misses Esther and Mae Cashen served the guests.
 During the evening many visitors called to congratulate the newlyweds and many useful and beautiful gifts were received. Married people, as we'll as the young folks. joined in . charivari of the couple. Late in the evening they left for their residence at the Pines; where they will be d home to their friends in the future.
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-02-13
Women Need Swamp-Rooi

Thousands of women have kidney and bladder trouble and never sus- pect it.
 Women's complaints often prove to be nothing else but kidney trou- ble, or the result of kidney or blad- der disease.
 If the kidneys are not in a healthy condition. they may cause the other organs to become dis eased.
 Pain in the back, headache, loss of ambition, nervousness, are often ines symptoms of kidney trouble. Don't delay starting treatment. Dr. Kilmer's Swamp Root, phys ician's prescription, obtained at any
 drug store, may be just the remedy needed to overcome such conditions.
 Get a medium or large size bot tle Immediately from any drug drng store
 However, if you wish first to test this great preparation send ten cents 10 Dr. kilmer & Co., Ringhamton N T.. for a sample bottle When writing be sure and mention the Alaska Daily Empire, Juneau, Ar ska. advertisement.
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-02-13
DOUGLAS NO. I WINS
 BOWLING TOURNAMENT

The Treadwell Firemen's Tourna- ment closed last night with the two leading teams, viz. the Store ys. Douglas No. l. the winning by 12S pins which leaves Douglas Uo. 1 win ner of the tournament: the electri-- clans. second choice. Ii was by far the most successful tournament ever pulled off on the channel. Excite ment was at fever heat for six weeks, with any of the four teams likely to win. Much of the success of the tournament was due to Mrs. Freeburn, with the delicious pies she baked for the high score and high average men. each night The five best bowlers and nigh average men which will be pitted against the Elks and Brunswicks are Mike Gayril
 Gabe Paul. Steve Radovich, NJ. Sabin and Ray Mccormick of Douglas. So four of the best bowlers are Tread
 well men. LIast nights scores:
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-02-13
BAN ON CROWDS

Members Of the City Council met last evening to discuss the flu situa Mon and 1t was decided to take some precautions here in advance of the epidemic, on this side of the channel Therefore the edlct was passed dis favoring assemblies of any kind until all danger seems past. In response to that atheq -Liberty' theatre will re main closed for time and there will not be any public gatherings until further notice. The schools will continue open. however, unless some cases appear here. So far nol a single, case has been reported.
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-02-13
GREAT HOUSING SCHEME

TILBURY, England, Feb. 13,-Til- bury has inaugurated great hous- ing scheme involving an expenditure of Gl,500000 for the benefit of the transport workers aa the docks.
 It is planned to erect about 1.5l0 houses which will be equipped with baths and all the most modern appli- ances for. sanitation and comfoi l. These buildings will be grouped about a triangular central park.
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-02-13
Sore Throat, Colds Quickly Relieved By Hamiln's
 Wizard OIL

Hamlin's Wizard Oil is a simple and effective treatment for sore throat and chest colds. Used as a gargle for sore throat it brings quick relief. Rubbed on the chest it will often loosen up a hard, deep seated cold inone night
 How often sprains, bruises, cuts and burns occur in every family, as well as little troubles like earache, toothache, cold sores, canker sores, stiff neck, and tired aching feet. Soothing, healing Wizard Oil will al- ways bring quick relief.
 Get it from druggists for 30 cents. If not satisfied ret Irn the bottle and get your money back.
 Ever constipated or have sick headache? Just try Wizard Liver Whips, pleasant little pink pills, 90 cents. Guaranteed.
 -Advertisemerl
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-02-13
KILLING OFF DOGS

SPOKANE, WASH, Feb, 13-Spo kane's canine population has deere. ased in the last two years from 5000 to 1000, according to J. M Harris. superintendent of kennels for the Spokane County Humane society
 During the war. due, MT. Harris said, to propaganda directed against the supporting of useless dogs, 2.0OO Of the animals were done away with here The normal loss of life among dogs here is about 40 month. due to automobile accidents. he stated, and this number is increasing an. nually.
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-02-13
LLOYD CARPENTER VERY ILL

Mrs. Charles Russell was called south the first part of the week by the serious illness of her brother, Lloyd Carpenter, who is in a critical condition in Tacoma. According to the latest reports received from there, it was thought probable that an operation might be necessary to save his life, but at present he is considered too weak to undergo that Mrs. Russell was accompanied south by her brother, Clarence Carpenter of Juneau.
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-02-13
CATTLE SERUM WANTED

BUENOS AIRES. Feb. 13.-Pre- valence of the foot and mouth dis ease among catle herds in Argentina has prompted the government to draw up a bill to offer prizes for any person inventing a serum with which cattle can be successfully in Ocnlated against the disease.
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-02-13
CUPID is TAXED
 70 HELP MINISTERS s

!, BLACKBURN, England, Feg. l3.--- Cupid issbeing' taxed in the Black bArp district to h@ip sclergymen meet uert of the increase in the cost of lieing. The charge for getting mar rted has, beep raised go to 60 per crnt. SR
 For many months the servants of the Church of England have been atjtating for larger salaries and so desperate has heen the need. accord ing to the reports. that there has hen some talk of forming a clergy unn's union.
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-02-13
sITKA PASSENGERS

The mail boat Estebeth left last night with the following passen- gers for Sitka: David. Johnson, Charley Magan, Steve Farvean, Mr. and Mrs. K. J. James. Joe Bradnich and B. Zynda.
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-02-13
DISCHARGED FROM ASYLUM

J. w. Bell. Clerk of the District Court. has received word from the Mt. Tabor Sanitarium that Clara Folke, who came there from Skag- way was discharged Jan. l3, 1920, under bond to her husband, who will take her to Finland. A
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-02-13
JACK euRR SEVEN YEARS

The seventh birthday of little Jack Gslrr occurred yesterday and was eel ebrated by him in fitting manner with party to his young friends Games and good things to eat made the afternoon happy one for Jack
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-02-13
LEAP YEAR DANCE POSTPONED

The ladies of the Rebekahs' Aux Hilary have postponed their Saturday night dance here owing to the re- solution passed by the City Council last night. The future date of the affair will be announced later
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-02-13
AMERICAN COUNTRIES
 WANT LOAN FROM U. s. A

NEW YORK. Feb, 13.-The out standing conclusion of the final ses. sion of the Pan-American financial congress was a recommendation that the United States furnish loans to South and Central American coun- tries. the proceeds to be used to pay debts to Europe in form of foodstuffs and other necessities.
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-02-13
HART GOES WEST

O. R. Hart. travelling salesman, who has been here for several days, has booked passage for Southwest ern Alaska on the steamship Ala meda, sailing for Seward today.
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-02-13
AN BARGAINS MAY PURCHASE
 N BIG BERLIN HOTEL

NEW YORK, Feb. 13.--A Berlin dispatch says an American syndi- cete Is negotiating for the purchase O. the Espianade hotel,' one of the hfegest in Berlin. The purchase petce is given as s1,000.000. .~
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-02-13

The Aitken silver property in the Kantishna is showing up good Re cent assays show from $500 to $45OO to the ton. A tunnel has been driven in from the side hill to connect up with the shaft and 100 tons of ore have been take up.
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-02-13
Store
Total 2278

The next big game will be be. tween the Juneau Elks and Douglas Island next week at ~Treadwell-4Der. haps.
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-02-13

FOUND-A rosary and pair of eye glasses on St. Ann's avenue, Douglas. Owner can have same by calling at Guys drug store and pay ing for this ad.
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-02-13

Major General Joseph T. Dickman is in command of the United States troops at ii Paso, Texas, and and .ee Ae win probably direct the military operations frem that point should the United States decide upon the inevitable.
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-02-13

Generous portions of food, we'll cooked end properly served. is the rule at the AlaSlsa Grill. adv.
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-02-13

Housewives are under a severe test nowadays in trying to make the most" of their appropriations. The ads help them-as always.
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-02-13
BABY BOY BORN

A baby boy was born to MT. and Mrs, Bert Rogers. at St. Ann Hos uital yesterday morning.
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-02-13
ALASKA BUREAU OF
 PUBLICITY
..iDD|E'S GROUP
 MUST BE CHECKED
Dr. Kings New Discovery wifi do that very thing,
 easy and quickly

DON'T say, Poor little young ! ster-I wish { knew what to A) do for yOu!' Just give little Dr. Kings New Discovery as directed and the croupy-cough won't finger
 A cold Is not to be fooled with. Get after if at once. Loosen tie congestion, the phlegm-stufiiness, and the thrOat-torture.
 A family remedy for colds, coughs, grippe, and Kindred attacks. Fifty wears friend to cold-suiferers. Fifty years of highest quality. COG. and $1 20 bottle--aH druggists.
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-02-13
DO YOU WANT SUMMER
 WORK?

A number of fishing industries have requested the Alaska Bureau of Publicity to secure crews-men, women and young people-for them for the coming season. A register has been opened at the Bureau in the A. B. Building, where informa- tion as to class of work, wages paid, etc, can be had.
 If you don't mean business, don't call
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1920-03-24
UNABLE TO IDENTIFY MUMMY
London Officials in Something of a
Quandary as to Disposition of
"old Jimmy"

One of London's problems at the
present hour is what to do with a
mummy that lies at the back of the
Mansion house in one of the oldest
churches of that ancient city. No one
knows where it came from, and the
jocular element around the Mansion
house describe it as "Old Jimmy-a
former lord mayor of London" The
rector is In a quandary over its dis
posal. The figure is perfectly pre-
served: eyes, hair, nose, teeth, nails
and ribs.
Inside the door of the Eg2lylT's box
is a glass lid, which was removed a
few days ago for the first time for
many years. The mummy was cover
ed with cobwebs, but was still in good
condition. ut feels like leather" said
an onlookef as he touched "OId jim
my's" elastic ribs. The rector invites
suggestions from the public as what to
do with the mummy. The mystery as
to its identity arises from the fact
that during the great London fire in
1866, it was hurriedly removed from
another church, and placed where 1t
now lies so as to escape the ravages
of the confiagratiOn.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1920-03-24
A Feeling OF Security

You naturally feel secure when you
know that the medicine you are about to
take is absolutely pure and contains no
harmful or habit producing drugs.
Such medicine is DIR. Kilmer's Swamp
Root. kidney. liver and bladder remedy.
The same standard of purity, strength
and excellence is maintained in every
bottle of Swamp Root
1t is scientifically compounded from
vegetable herbs.
1t is not a stimulant and is taken in
teaspoonful doSes.
1t is not Recommended for everything.
1t is natures great helper in relieving
and overcoming kidney, liver and blad.
der troubles Il
A sworn atstement Of purity is with
every bottle ibf DR.. Kilmer's Swamp.
Root.
If you need a medicine you should
have the bettE On sale at all drug stores
in bottles of two sizes, medium and large
However. ifisyou wish first TO try thiu
great preparation send ten cents to DR.
ELMER & Cos Binghamton, N. Y, for 9
sNrqple bottle. When writing be sure snc
mention this paper.-Adv.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1920-03-24
PORTER HAD FELLOW FEELING
to Do Good Turn in Putting
Cob Wise.

The COB was on shore leave and
happy because he had found a girl as
affectionate as he. His JOY was
dimmed. however, for bluecoat had
forbidden spooning in the park and
his girl had tabooed it In the streets.
But life took a new turn when he
saw a man kiss his wife farewell in
front of the Pennsylvania station. New
York. He rushed his girl toward a
crowd hurrying toward the Philadel-
phia express and babe her a fond fare
well. When the crowd thinned, they
Joined a throng for Washington and
repeated the act. They repeated it
again before the Chicago train.
This was too much for a colored
porter who had been watching. He
stepped up to the COB. Boss" he
said, why don't you go downstairs
and try the Long Island station? Dem
local trains am a-leavin' mos all de
time ,"-Everybody's