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(?l?mt Newspaper H jteth Carbina VOL. 78. EDGEFIELD, S. C., WEDNESDAY, JUNE 25.1913 NO, 20 JOHNSTON LETTER. Mrs. Williams Entertained in Honor of Mrs. Ouzts. Pi Tau and New Century Clubs Entertained. One of the most beautiful recep tions given daring the season was that of ?Viday, when Mrs, Frances Howard Williams entertained for her ister, Mrs. Wilmot B. Onzts. Theocolor motif of pink and white, the same as used at the Smith Oazts wedding, was well carried ont. The mantels were banked in foliage and flowers, and tall vases of pink roses lent charm to the already pretty rooms. 150 invi tations were issued, the matrons calling between 5 and 6 o'clock, and the young ladies from 6:30 to 7:30 o'clock. The receiving party stood .within the parlor and with Mrs. Williams were Mrs. Ouzts and Mis ses Carrie Spearman, Orlena Cart ledge and Nina Ouzts. Mrs. Ouzts ?wore a Parisian gown of yellow charmeuse, the opening front show ing the costly lace under drapery, with yellow satin slippers and gloves to match. The oilier ladies in the receiving line and those as sisting the hostess wore lovely toi lets, and the whole scene, with the 150 or more prettily gowned ladies, the soft lights and beautiful cos tumes was pleasant to look upon. In the dining roum, Tutti Frutti cream and cake were served by four mai dens, in pink and white, Misses Frances and Bessie Ford Turnar, Loise Boyd and Bettie Waters, Miss Loise Hoyt serving the mints; The table had for its cover, one of Renaissance lace over pink satin, ?with a huge bowl of pink 3nd white sweet peas. At the four corners were eompotes of mints, pink satin bows -^acWruing ?ietoTTTne guestiTp?ssed from the dining room oat into the Largia where punch was served by Misses Flora Kenny and Ola Smith. During the entire time sweet music was wafted from the living room. Mrs. Mary Ashley was here re cently enrouce to Aiken for a few weeks stay with Mrs. Ashley, whose son was drowned in the surf at Sullivan's Island. Mrs. Ashley's husband was a brother of the un fortunate young man. Mrs. J. W. Browne was hostess for the Pi Tau club on Wednesday afternoon and the cool interior of her home, with the flower laden at mosphere, lent enjoyment and com fort to the warra afternoon, and all were refreshed with fruit nectar upon entering. Progressive Rook ?was played, and after cards were laid aside, the hostess invited all in to the dining room where a salad coarse followed by ices and cake was served. .The honor guests were Mrs. Wilmot B. Ouzts and Miss Carrie Spearman, of Newberry. Miss Elise Crouch at is home from a three week's visit to a class mate in Mississippi. In a letter to a friend, Mrs. James A. Richardson tells of her success iu poultry raising, on their ranch at Concord, Cal. At San Francisco, she purchased from the hatchery 600 cLicks, besides these already having 200 fryers. The shipping market is splendid. Misses Alma and Bertha Wood ward have as their week'end guests Misses Watd and Crews, of Atlan ta, Bessie Carswell, of Augusta and Misses Edwards and Hill, of New man, Ga., and Rainey, of Angusta. Mr. Frank Bland is enjoying a vacation at Brunswick, Ga., at the home of his aunt, Mrs. Schumpert. Miss Sara Oxner is the guest of her cousin, Mrs. Herbert Eidson. Miss Theora Fleming, of Gaines ville, Fla., is expected soon to visit her sister, Mrs. J- W. Marsh. Miss Fannie Sheppard of Edge field visited Miss Josephine Mob ley during the past week. Mr. Marion Williams, of Aagus ta, spent Sunday here with his sis ter, Mrs. T. R. Hoyt. Mrs. Charles F. Pechman, who bas been ill, is considered much better. Mr. and Mrs. Sumter Wright of Greenwood spent a few days of the past week here with relatives. Mrs. Lillie Sale Andrews enter tained the members of the New Cental y Club on Tuesday afternoon, and an hour or more was spent with this pleasant hostess. A guessing contest of "Shakespeare," was had, the answers being the names of the different plays. Miss Raby Strother gave the most correct paper, and was presented with the prize, a book, "Brilliants from Shakes peare. " Ices and cake was enjoyed at che conclusion. >;The officers of the coming year for the New Century Club were re cently elected and are Mrs. F. M. Boyd, president; Mrs. J. W. Marsh, vice-president; Mrs. W. A. Kirby, recording secretary; Miss Zena Payne, corresponding secretary; Miss Mallie Waters, treasurer; Mrs. James Strother, critic and Mrs. James White, librarian. Mrs. Mike Crouch complimented Miss Fannie Pratt Andrews with a porch party on Wednesday after noon, and progressive Rook was en joyed, Miss Elberta Bland receiving the prize, a dainty fan. Ice cream and pound cake was served. Miss Mabel Cooner, of Green wood and Loise Wharton, of Co lumbia, have been guests of Miss Mertis Smith. Bride's Reception. The obstacle of distance has be come well nigh eliminated now-a days by the splendid facilities for travel and the good roads. But there is another way in which to forget distances, and that is to be greatly interested in the end of the journey. Love has proven this long ago or there would not be so many happy young people continually makiBg selections at long range, and as many consenting to add to Edge field's joy by becoming a valued part of our village life. On Friday afternoon, having pre viously received invitations to the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. II. Nich-1 olson at "Forest Home," a large number of ladies from Edgefield and the surrounding country re paired lo that picturesque spot where Mr. and Mrs. Albeit Nich olson had J i vedf or g 8Q_nianvjg?ajfl? "fiere the bridal recept?orf^?r Mrs. A. R. Nichoteoo, Jr., was held. Although the distance is about 8 miles, the drive was delightful and the roads in splendid condition, and during the appointed hours a very congenial number of friends were coming and going, and being cordially received and welcomed by the gracious members of the Nicholson family. In the darkened parlor, lit by the mellow glow of candles, the happy company found the bride and Mrs. Ora Rives Nich olson, the hostess, and Mrs. Albert Nicholson. Sr. who had their happy welcome of the guests repaid by the many expressions to the younger Mrs. Nicholson of welcome to our town (and hearts. As the guests were succeeded by others comiug in, they repaired to the hall, where refreshing fruit punch was graciously served by Miss Mary Adams Hughes, and in the dining ? room where the color scheme was pink and white, ice cream and cake in the same colors were daintily served. Altogether it was a very delightful occasion. Dr. and Mrs. Nicholson are living at their pleasant home in south Edge field, where we hope they will spend mauy, many happy years together. A Guest. In Memory of Little Elizabeth Johnson. On Monday evening June 2, 1913, at 3.30 o'clock the death Angel entered the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Johnson and saw fit to take their precious little daughter Eliza beth aged 21 months, after an ill ness of only two weeks. Elizabeth was a sweet and attrac tive child and loved by every one who knew her. The ways of God are often mysterious and hard to be borne, but we should be submis sive to his will knowing that God doeth all things weil. How thought ful we should fee! to know that lit tle Elizabeth is now among the millions of Angels surrounding the great white throne of God. A precious one from us has gone, A voice we loved is stilled, A place is vacant in our homes, Which never can be filled, God in his wisdom bas recalled The boon her love had given And though the body slumbers here The soul is nafe in heaven. It was bard to give Elizabeth up, a little darling so pure and sweet. But she is one more Angel that will be waiting papa and mamma to greet. A Cousin. Kirksey, S. C. Mr. Zimmerman to Leave Edge field and to be Succeeded by Mr. Clippard. Having heard it rumored that there would be a change made in the management of the Beaver Dam plant, of the Parker Cotton Mills Company here at Edgefield, and knowing that this would be of. in terest to oar people, we have inter viewed Mr. B. F. Zimmerman, who ha* had the management of this property for the past four years.' or since the property was bought at receivers sale in the eu m mer of 1909. He has stated that it is true that on or about August 1st, he will be transferred lo the Victor and Mona ghan groupe of 8 mills, in the Pied mont sealion of the state, and that their capable and efficient cotton mill superintendent, Mr. L. L. Clippard, will be promoted to the management of both the cotton and cotton oil mills. In this connection Mr. Zimmerman stated that this promotion is deserved by Mr. Clippard. Mr. Clippard has been with the company directly under Mr. Zim merman and he has every reason to believe that he is capable, and knows him to be a man of high toned Christian character, and that he will make good in his new posi tion, if he receives the same loyal encouragement and help they have shown their local industry. v Mr. Zimmerman further says 4In this connection I want lo state, that while 1 go to another field, I will still be indirectly conn?eted with this plant, and will come here from time to time.. to advise with Mr. Clippard for the best interest of ali concerned, and ask lor bira the same kind consideration from my friends that they hsi?^hown me, no one could ask m?f&' -..JlPjj^P%y^Irjrj9^ say I have never lived among a people for whom (as a wholey) I have had a higher regard. And while I consider ita promotion that I cannot disregard, it will be hard est to leave them of any friends I have ever made. 1 will cherish their friendship while I live, and will re member the four years spent at Edgefield, with all its strenuous work and care, as four of the most pleasant years of a life time. 'T again thank you for your support and friendly act?, and ask that this be extended to my [success or, if you will." The Confederate Re-union at Chickamauga. The people of Chfckamauga did themselves proud in the way they cared for the veterans and visitors at the re-union. I never attended one before where citizens of all ages and both sexes seemed to es teem it both a duty and a pleasure to minister to the wants of the strangers within their gates. No, not strangers, for the guests this time were old Confederate soldiers, mest of whom had visited the city before in the fearful time of war. And when I, as oue of these, saw upon returning, the whole city ris ing to do us honor, with hat in hand, I bowed my thanks, to the young men and maidens, to the old men and matrons, and to all the people of that historic city, who received us so cordially and enter tained us so hospitably. During our stay, each battered con federate veteran felt he was in the house of his friends. So I give my love to Chattanooga! Weall breath ed a welcome in the air, the cur rents of the beautiful river, flowing by the city murmured their pleas ure at our presence, and these ma jestic mountains, standing as state ly guardians over battle-fields made historic by the blood of her heroes, gave acquiescence to their gladness and their joy, at the presence of these survivers of the confederate armies. Everybody had a good time, if not it surely was meir fault, for with one acclaim both man and nature bade us truest welcome. The Parade. The most inspiring sight of the whole re-union was to see those graceful and cultured girls, ma-ch ing in the parade with the veterans, glad to pay honor to the men who helped to write the most brilliant page in all military history, a page, that will grow brighter as time rolls on, and as people become bet ter acquainted with the details of this great str ?gie that encircled Handsome Residen W. A. Strom ( tain and \ the confederate soldier with a halo of imperishable glory, and made the women of the south greater in their courage, fidelity and sacrifices than the women of Saragossa, or the Hebrew matrons and maidens, who helped to defend the Holy City, against the legions of Ves pasian. After the great battle at the pass of Thermopylae, where Leonidas and his three hundred in trepid Spartans died rather than yield to the teeming host of Persian invaders, tradition tell us that there was a monument erected, on which was placed the simple inscription, "Go, Traveler, to Lacedaemon and tell her that we died here in obe dience to her laws. But were it practicable for Tennessee, to erect a monument upon every battle field, that bas been enriched by the blood of many of her best and bravest sons, this Spartan inscrip tion could not be placed upon them, for she has no laws that require her sons to die on the battle-field, but where the monuments are erec ted, this inscription might appro priately be made to read: Go, Traveler, to the state of Tennessee, and tell her that we died here in defense of her honor. Again I bow my thanks to the whole people of Chattanooga, for their unbounded hospitality, and I have never known young peo ple of both sexes who seem to be so wrapped up in looking after these old bullet scared veteians as they did at Chattanooga. God bless them every one. "O" youth dream on, the world is yours, its joys, its laughter, its song. Thy spirit be gay as aloft it soars. Dream on, dream soft, dream sweet, dream long. In my next will tell of the battle of Chickamauga, and the battle above the clouds, on Lookout Moun tain. J. Russell Wright. Johnston, S. C. Agent for Carolina Canners. I desire to notify the people of Edgetield county that I am agent for ib-i Carolina canner. I have two sizes, 24 48 capacity, which sell for $12 and $24, respectively. Will be pleased to sell you one for home use. I have used one for the past five years and it has given perfect sat isfaction. If you will drop me a card further information will be furnished. J. H. Bussey, Modoc, S.C., R. F. D. 6-7-4U ice of Mr. m Boles Motin riew Rear of House Mrs. Mathis Gave Elegant Din ing in Honor of her Mother, Mrs. Briggs. One of the prettiest and most en joyable dinners given in Colliers was the dinner Mrs. Elbert Bland Mathis gave in honor of her mother, Mrs. John Briggs, the occasion be ing the 68th anniversary of Mrs. Briggs1 birth. The house was prettily deooraied. The color scheme irold and while was carried out with very pretty I effect in the dining room. On en tering the dining room the tirst thing that -utracted one'e attention were the dates 1845-1913 made of yellow roses. Dotted here and there were yellow and white candies. The table was inviting and attractive. The birthday cake surrounded by yellow roses and covered with 68 candles added much to the artistic effect. About 1 o'clock the guests were ?called to dinner where a delightrUI repast was]|served. Mrs. Mathis was assisted by Misses Nona and Ellie Mathis and Llewellyn Briggs. Later in the evening cream and o ike were enjoyed. This is an annual dinner given Mrs. Briggs and is one that is al ways enjoyed by the guests present. Florence. North Augusta, S C. \ Jimmy Wondered. Thev were speaking of how easy it is to raise a question of doubt in the human mind the other afternoon when Senator Thornton of Louisi ana recalled the skepticism of little Jimmy. Little Jimmy, the senator ex plained, was one of the gladsome youngsters in a Louisiana school. During the exercises recently the teacher told the suhool the story of the Roman who swam across the Tiber three times before breakfast. "Three times! involuntarily said the wondering Jimmy. Did you nay three times, Miss Mary?'' "Why, yeo, Jimmy, responded the teacher. You don't doubt that a trained swimmer could do it do you?" "No, ma'am, was the smiling re ply of Jimmy. I just wondered why he didn't make it lour and get back to the side where he left his clothes." No better buggy made than the Brookway. Have you ever used one? Let us show you our stock. Wilson & Cantelou. tt?IlU0Uin NEW ?3. Whooping Cough Subsiding, Mrs. Hitt Visiting Parents. Freak Chicken For County Fair. We have had many afflictions in our community since we last wrote you. Mr. Eddie Strom who has been desperately ill with typhoid fever is DOW convalescing. He has been sick for ten weeks. We are grate ful indeed to report his condition so favorable. We have suffered too dreadfully in every home with the most fatal of all children's disease^ whooping cough. While there is still much whooping cough occasionally, all the children have snrvived. The crops have been looking as though a complete failure was in store, but the last few days they have grown considerably. The har vest fields have been plentiful How ever, the oats especially. We don't feel as though complaining has been the motto of the almost des perate at one time farmers but they seemed very blue at one time. If the seasons will be provided the prospects are much belter. Mrs. J. D. Hughey has been very unwell for some weeks. We trudt she may soon come back to our Sunday school. Mr. Clayton Morgan who has be^n taking a business course in Columbia has completed the course and returned home. His brother Evan will aUo finish in a few weeks. Rehoboth uua.-.s of these two en ergetic ?nen. Wc have just received an invita tion to the Strom-Clinkseulcs wed ding. VV? hope these young people much baopiness for we feel that Wilbur deserves much. He has a "r7Tce~<?nig bustri?^Cl??~^?iT^t7?rrai?^ and we know now a wife is his lack. They will spend some time in the mountains and then be with J. S. Strom in McCormick. Misses Mabel and Julia Strom and Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Winn will attend the Strom-Clinkscales wed ding at Starr, S. C., next Wednes day. Mrs. R. M. Hitt and little Doro thy from Newberry is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. Strom. Mr. C. Strom has a freak chick en. It has only one wing, lt is rather peculiar that none of the family were close enough observers until one day this week to notice the chicken which is pie size. Mr.Strom is counting on exhibiting the freak at the county fair this fall. Mr. Editor, our cemetery is beau tiful no*. We must commend Mr. Butler Strom for the interest he takes in beautifying it. There isn't any city that keeps their cemetery; as beautifully as ourd. Miss Lucile Culbreath is at home from school for the vacation. Mr. Eugene Paul is expected some time tim week. There is very I" ile news in our community. The people are begin ning to think of protracted meetings Dr. Jeffries will help iVr. Little john. We pray we will have a revi val of the members, and that there will be many converts, I The Proper Age For Marriage. "What is the proper age at which to marry?" This question has become so chronic in the women'* departments of the "yellow" newspapers that a statistician has gone to considerable trouble to collect data that *ill en able the questioners to settle the subject for themselves. These pre cedents constitute the result of his labors: Adam and Eve, 0; Shakespeare, 18; Ben Johnsoe, 31; Franklin, 24; Mozart, 25; Dante, Kepler, Fuller, Johnson, Burke, Scott, 2o; Tycho, Brahe, Bryon. Washington, Bona parte, 27; Penn and Sterne, 28; I Linnaeus and Nelson, 20; Burns, 30; Chaucer, Hogarth and Peel, 32; Wordsworth and Davy, 33; Aris totle, 36; Sir William Jones and Wellington, 37; Wilberforce, 38; Luther, 42; Addison, 44; Wesley and Young, 47; Swift, 4 0; Buffon, 55; Old Parr, last time, 3 20. If Adam and Eve married before they were a year old, and the Vet eran Parr buckled with a widow at 120, bachelors and spinsters may wed at any age they like, and find shelter under great names for either early er late marriagoe.-Ex.