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Ulysses S. firaist 'By J. yt. E TIGE 7t TO ff. He did not know how io quit. ' U P to the time of the civil war Ulysses S. Grant waa practical ly unknown. Then fame came upon him suddenly and over? whehnlngly. It wap. as though all of the earlier part of his life had been a waiting time? a preparation. Once In . the glare, he was there to stay. No? more escape for him. He must play his part henceforth with the eyes of the world upon him. It is questionable if Grant enjoyed this publicity; but, . whatever his personal feelings, he had the dogged determination to go through with whatever was thrown in his way. The remark of bis wife^-that, "Mr. Grant is an obstinate man," showed a prominant quality that made for the general's 'success. ' This trait was '.shown, even In his boyhood. The story ls often told of his feat of loading logs unaided and alone. Usually several : men did this work, and the duty of the slender lad was to haul the logs to the sawmill One day he found the men absent Instead jf going home, as most boys would have done, he deter I mined to do the loading himself, so in vented a contrivance which by the aid of one of the horses enabled him to perform the task. This act made him famous in the neighborhood. Bulldog tenacity, sheer hanging on whatever befell, persistence that never let go-this seemed to be the predom inant characteristic of Grant He did not know how to qnlt Once started on a task, he seemed to have a phys ical Inability of stopping until tbe thing was accomplished. If he could not smash his antagonist, be would wear him out He never planned for retreat Perhaps h? did not know how to retreat His plan seemed to be to hit f rst and keep hitting, to drive on and on till he won, to fight and still fight until either his antagonist or him self was Incapacitated for farther con flict "I propose to fight it out on this Une If it takes all summer," he wired to Washington, and the succeeding campaign showed that he, meant all and a little more than he said. /. James L Garfield. TS y J. yt. EVGE-RTOjV. From the tow -path to theprss idmcy is a long ascent. TO the poor.boy looking for an in spiring example the career- of James A. Garfield furnishes an ideal and an Incentive. From the towpath to the presidency ls a long ascent He had no outward 1 helps In making that climb, but rose only through the strength of his own char acter. Not only did he rise himself, but he formulated a gospel of success and gave it to the world. He was not with out the qualities that appeal to the in tellect but he was supreme In thc qualities that appeal to the heart Gen erous and warm hearted, yet cool nnc unimpassioned, strong without harsh ness, self reliant without boorishness, righteous without' pharlseeism, 'reli gious without priggishness, witty with out wounding others, possessing good fellowship without letting himself down to things Ignoble or unworthy. Garfield wai great in his goodness. While pos sessing much will power, he was nol rigid and--by ?some was considered jweak. He did not overawe others and force his way- by sheer ability, bul rather drew men to bim and won his points by persuasive arts. His nature while rugged, was not rough, but wai mellowed by a great kindliness. In his presence men felt him to be greatei than the things he did or said. Then was in his very atmosphere that inde finable something which Inspires con Aden ce and esteem. "Without being daz sling or supereminent in any line h< did afl things well. An inspiring teach er and minister, a brave and resource fol soldier, a winning and eloquen speaker, a broad minded and efflcien legislator, he was far above mediocrity n every field. Had he remained a sol dier to the end of the war he migh have been, one of our greatest generals had his life been spared he might hav been one of our most illustrious pres! dents. - Concerning these , things we caj cnly speculate. But lt was his gr eal ness as a man that was felt by th world rather than his especial aceoru plishmonts in any field of endeavor. Here ls one saying of Garfield's tba is typical of the man: "Povi?rty is uncomfortable, as I ca testify,, but nine times out of ten th best thing that can happen to a youn man is to be tossed overboard as compelled to sink or swim for himsell In all my acquaintance I never knew man to drown who was worth the sai tog." Insurance I represent a strong line of Fire In surance Companies and ?an insure your rour patronage will be appreciated. H.A. Smith. LIVERY STABLE fQR SALE I take this means of announcing to the public that I have opened up a first class livery, business in the stablesat the place formerly occu pied by Mr. E. J. Mims on Main street. First-class teams" furnished on short notice. I will make, a' specialty of break ing and handling colts. Have had considerable experience in this kind of work. Call in person or order "teams by telephone. I SOUTH GEORGIA FARM J. E. MIMS Light'Saw, Lathe and Shin gie Mills, Engines, Boilers, Supplies and repairs, Porta qle , Steam and Gasoline En gines, Saw Teeth, Files, Belts and Pipes. WOOD SAWS and SPLITTERS. Gins and Press Repairs. LOMBARD, AUGUSTA, GA. j We are justly proud of our stock of budgies. We carry ?olumbus, Babcock, Tyson & Jones, Rock Hill,Hackney and Sandford buggies. The variety of styles, makes, etc., will enable us to suit every taste and every purse. Hundreds of satisfied customers praise the quality of our vehicles. Ramsey & Jones. My Country home of 550 Acres land, rich loam soil, 5 miles south of Valdosta, Ga., on G. S. & F. railroad, half mile from Railroafd Station, with 275 acres in cultiva tion all stumped except few recently cleared corners, all in high state of high cultivation, growing both long and short staple cotton, corn, pea nuts, sugar cane, sweet potatoes, velvet beans, hay, etc.-will grow anything. All practically under wire fence. The best quail hunting in Geor gia, also good duck shooting on two natural connecting lakes of about 100 acres supported by springs, making running water nice and fresh at all times. The lakes abound in fish of all kinds, and are famous for the quantity of large trout that thrill the sportsman's soul and try his skill. The entire track is nicely drained and has nice improvements, viz: One 7-room dwelling, one 5-room dwelling, 4 tenant houses, a large barn and stable, smoke house and two good out-houses. The best equipped cotton ginnery for Jboth long and short staple cotton in this whole section; steam evaporating syrup plant; nice fruit trees and vineyard; good wells of water, and everything that goes to make an ideal home-PERFECTLY HEAL THY. Such an opportunity presents it self once in a life time. Come and see it. Seeing is believing.* Price, as described above, $20, 000.00, cash or terms. ED.L THOMAS, Valdosta, - - - - Ga. o?as Augusta's Leading Jewelry Store. UR assortment of Jewelry, cut glass, silver ware and fine watches is unsurpassed. Many new and original designs from the leading manufacturers in the country. LET US SUPPLY YOUR NEEDS. FINE WATCH REPAIRING A SPECIALTY SATISFACTION GUARANTEED. A. J. RENKL, 708 Broad Street :-: :-: Augusta, Ga. {Prickly Aibf Poke Root and Potassium.) 'KAUS POSITIVE CUBES OF ALL FORMS AND STAGES 07 Plyridans endorse P. P. F. ss a splen did combination, and prescribe lt With gnat satisfaction for tho enies of all forzns sud stages of Primary, Secondary and Tertiary Syphilis. Syphilitic Rheu matism, Scrofulous Ulcers sod Boree, Glandular Swellings, Rheumatism, Sid ney Complaints, old Chronic Ulcers that yon will regain flesh and strength. Wastoof energy and all disease* resulting from overtaxing the system a:.* cured by the ase of P. P. P. Ladieswhose systsmiarepoliooedsnd whoeebloodisin an impure oonditiondue to menstrual irregularities are peculiarly benefited by the wonderful tonio and CATARRH M SCROFULA ha-ra resisted aU treatment. Catarrh. Skin I Diseases, Bcsema, Chronio Female | Complaints, Mercurial Poison, Tetter, Scaldhoad, etc, etc. P. P. P. ls a powerful tonio and an excellent appitixer, buUdlng np the system rapidly. If you are weak and feeble, and feel badly try P. P. P., and [blood cleansing properties cf F. F. P, I Prickly Alb, Poke Boot a&4 Potassium. Sold by aU Druggists. Fe V. LIPPMAN Proprietor - Savannah, . Ca. RHEUMATISM Tal? lamer trlrphanrd and .tejed ut Usa*. Tub (armer weat to au raab THE MODERN, progressive farmer no longer drives to market without first telephoning and learning the prevailing prices. The Telephone saves these unnecessary trips-saves wear and tear on stock and equipment. By connecting with the Bell Sys tem the farmer can talk from his home to distant points. Under the Bell plan service can be secured at lowcosL For information and booklet write to m nearest Bell telephone manager or to Farmers* Line Department SOUTHERN BELL TELEPHONE AND TELEGRAPH CO. ? SOUTH PRYOR STREET, ATLANTA, GA, Announcement! I beg to announce that I~am now associated with ARRINGTON BROS & CO 863 Broad St., Augusta, Ga, and invite all my friends and acquaintances in Edgefield and Salada counties to write or call on me when in need of Gro ceries or stock feed any kind. I will make it to your interest to patronize me. M. Gary Satchel ? The Starr Piano Co., are the larg est manufacturers of strictly high grade pianos in the world. Have eleven acres of floor space in their factory. Thirty acres in their lum ber yards. Several millions of feet of choice piano lumber always on hand. Over five thousand pianos^ ar,e under construction at all times. This company has' a large num ber of medals and other award^or the highest merit. Took the Spr medal last year?at the Seattle Ex position. We are expecting several of these instruments- in this week. Call and see them next door to the postoffice. HollanD Next Door to Postoffice Single OQUIS Mjofle islam Pure Breed eggsjf or hatching, $1.50 ff per 15. solicited. Your orders JOHN R. TOMPKINS L SPECIAL SUMMER RATES Write for fnll information TODAY. Big new cata logue free by mail. ' 37 col leges in 16 states; ?100,000. in equipment; model office department; aotual business training; earn while you learn; positions guaranteed; expert specialists; individ ual instructior; we also teach by mail. Better buy a postal and write me TO DAY. Arthur C. Minter, General Manager Draughan's Practical Bus iness College Atlanta, Ga., Macon, Ga. Montgomery, Ala., Knox ville, Tenn. Greenville, S C m 1 KEEP OUT THE FLIES Now is the time to screen your house. It may save a doctor bill. Write for our screen catalogue. R. J. HORNE & COMPANY 643 Broad Street, Augusta, Ga. ,'Building material from foundation to roof." ; USED UNIVERSALLY \ - -.,\r :.;:t , CORTRIGHT?lo^s WHEN Cortright Metal Shingles were first introduced (24 years ago) you had some excuse for being sceptical : .Bjit now If you are sceptical it can only be because you do not know the facts in the case. They are used today from the Atlantic to the Pacific for all kinds of buildings, under all conditions. They are fireproof, stormproof; never leak and last as long as the building itself without needing repairs. For further detailed information apply to STEWART & KERNAGHAN, Edgefield S. C. To buya Cole Combination Planter. Now is the time to apply Nitrate of Soda, we have it. Just received a car of Dried Blood. We have all the seasonable goods, such as corn planters, cotton planters, Guano distributors, and f?rMng "; im plements generally. We also carry in stock a general line of hardware. We solicit your business, drop in and talk the matter with us. Yours truly, W. Wt Adams & Co. Spring Arrivals. We aie now showing many new spring goods in all de partments, with others arriving and being displayed daily. Beautiful assortment of white madras, white lawn, long cloth. Nainsook, dimities, checked muslin, linen lawn for shirtwaists and suits. We are showing many new weaves in spring suitings. Large assortment of silks of all colors. Fuller announcement will be made later after all of our stock arrives J. W PEAK Your fertilizers for this season be sure to see us. We are handling all the standard grades, made by several of the leading: manu facturers, and can fill your orders promptly. We can also supply you with ingredients for mixing at home any formula you desire. Here's to a fine crop for Edgefield county for 1910. May & Preseott HEAVILY STOCKED I diesigf^a?Wunce to the people pf the western side-of the county that I have the largest stock of : merchandise that I hayeever.c^niet^ianiLwith expiases reduced to a minimum I eau mabe prices very low-my j insurance is cheap, only small amount- for ;clerk Mre: and no rent to pay. Heavy and Fancy Groberies, Plantation Sup plies, Dry go?ds,'Noti?ns, Clothing, shoes, hats We have a large assortment in every department to' select from. Let us supply yo ar needs. We can save - you. money in addition to the time saved in going a greater distance to do your trading. The ladies are invited to call. All we ask is for you to see our goods and get our prices. Large Stock of Nobby and stylish Low cut shoes from the best factor ies In the Country, W. E. PRESCOTT, Mod oe, S. C., R. F. D. 1 LEARN Students in our Model. Office Department earn money while pursuing their course. We guarantee positions because we have more calls for book keepers, stenographers, cashiers, etc, than we can supply. Our work is so thorough and our students so well trained that business men seek them. We also teach by mail Big illustrated catalogue free. Draughon's Practical Business College Atlanta, Ga., or Macon, Ga., or Montgomery, Ala., or Knoxville, Tenn \