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ft t THE COMMONWEALTH. Published Every Thursday BY J. C. Hardy, Editor . fintered at the poatotSce at Sc otland ?Teck, N. C, an Second-Class Mattel. Thursday, September 8, 1910. Neither praise nor dispraise thy self; thine actions serve the. Old Saw. Col. William J. Bryan announces that he will not be a candidate for President in 1912. This ought to settle the matter. It is now up to Godwin and Clark see which one can get the nominatinn by a vote of the people. The prim ary will be held on the loth. The Democrats, of Georgia cer tainly believe in Hoke Smith. He was nominated for Governor and en dorsed for president of the United States in 1912 by the Domocratic convention. The tax on dogs in the State of Georgia is $1. 00 a head. The trea sury has received $109, 598 from this tax and still people continue to own dogs in that State and also vote for members of the legislature. When will a North Carolina legis lature master courage enough to put a small tax o dogs? The Maxton Scottish Chief says: "The prohibitionist in the Repub lican State Convention kept "local option" out of their platform but they could not keep Rutler from jut ting the deceptive "local self-government" in. This will be argued in "wet" sections to mean a return of the saloon. While in "dry" places "prohibition" will be the interpre tation. However, the voter will not be fooled." We have received a copy of the De mocratic Campaign Book for; 1910 as published by thej National Demo cratic Congressional Committee. It is the opinion of those that have read the book that it is one of the best books that has been sent out by the Democratic party for years. It furnishes reliable material on al most every subject that will be dis cussed during the coming cam paign. A man that has had much exper ience in business and advertising says: "You must sow before you can reap. You might as well try to make farming pay without sowing seed as to try to make a merchantile business pay without advertising in your home paper." The above is pretty straight talk, but then it is true, and it might be well for some of our merchants that do not advertise regularly to take heed and give The Commonwealth an advertisement. The Raleigh Evening Times of re date said editorially: "It looks as though the next ses sion of the legislature will be com posed of members of unusual ab ility. Glance over the nominees of the 98 counties, and you will be for cibly impressed with the character of most of those named to make our laws. Many a year has seen the legislative halls filled with men who cannot run their own affairs. Yet they are the "big men" when it comes to running the commonwealth. The class of men nominated this year shows that the people have awakened, and are tired of peanut politics." There is a growing sentiment throughout the State in favor of a legalized primary. Nearly every State in the union has such a law and it works very satisfactory. Col. J. Bryan Grimes, Secretary of State, is out in an interview favor ing a legalized primary. He says: "I think the need of some better method of nominating county and State candidates is admitted every where and by everybody. I hope the next general assembly will provide for a legalized primary for Demo cratic and Republican parties to be held on a common day. Machinerv could easily be provided somewhat similar to our present election law that would guarentee absolute fair ness and an honest expression of the preference of electors in their res pective parties. The State could have these primary elections held at a very small cost and in the end save a large expense of time and money to the people of the State." CASTOR I A For Infants and Children. The Kind You Have Always Bought Signature of .- ! i . ... j - 1 1 i i , - ,-- : r -r,- rvzrzZfrsMzr GOOD ROODS AGAIN. We make the following extract from a speech delivered by Congress man William Sulzer, of New York State, during the last session of Congress. Mr. Sulzer said: "Good roads mean progress and prosperity, a benefit to the people who live in the cities, and advantage to the people who live in the coun try, and it will help every sect on of our vast domain. Good roads, like good streets, make habitation along them most desirable; they enhance the value of farm lands, facilitate transportation, and add untold wealth to the broducers and consumers of the country; they are the milestones marking the advance of civilization; they econimize time, give labor a lift, and make millions in money; they save wear and tear and worry and waste; they beautify the coun trybring it in touch with the city; the aid the social and the religious and the educational and the indus trial progress of the people; thej' make better homes and happier hearthsides; they are the avenues of trade, the highways of commerce, the mail routes of information, and the agencies of speedy communica tion, they mean the enconomical transpoi'ation of marketable pro ducts the maximum burden at the minimum cost; they are the liga ments that bind the country together in trift and industry and intelligence and patriotism, they promote social intercourse, prevent intellecual stag nation, and increase the happiness and the prosperity of our prodcuing msasef; they contribute to the glory of the country, give employment to our idle workmen, distribute the necessaries of life the products of the field and the forests and the factories encourpge energy andhus bitndry, inculcate love for our scenic wonders and make mankind better and broader and greater and grand er." THE FARMERS' CONVENTION. A Successful Convenrion Held in Ral eigh. Frank P. Shields Elected President. The State Farmers' Convention held in Raleigh last week was a great' success. There were over two thousands persons in attendance and there was shown deep interets in the various subjects discussejl. The new officers elected are as fol lows: Resident Frank P. Shields, of Scotland Neck. Vice-President Dr. H. S. Wheel er, of Biltmore. Secretery Dr. I. O. Schank, of Raleigh. Of the new president, the News & Observer says: "Mr. Frank Shields, of Scotland Neck, the new president, is about 46 years old. For seventeen years he was the cashier of the Scotland Neck Bank. During this time he was interested in farming and a few years ago he left the bank and is now engaged entirely in farming, at which he is making a success, having seven farms on the Roanoke River, raising cotton, peanuts and corn as princinal crops. As to his reasons for leaving the bank, he says there were two. First, because of health, that there was more of this to b ? had in the open life of the farm; and second, because of the profit, that there is more more money to be made on the farm. He reports crop conditions as exceedingly srood in Eastern North Carolina this year; that the corn crop is fine, the cotton crop late, but with a late fall that it will be good; the Virginia peanut crop good; the Spanish peanut crop inferior. As to cover crops of crim son clover, vetch, bur clover, etc.. there are twenty bushels now being planted to one planted five years ago. "Mr. Shields is an enthusiast in the interest of the farmer and at the meeting just closed his talks created the greatest kind of interest. He is regarded as "a live wire" in farming life and his election to the presidency of the State Farmers' Convention means that the organization will have at its head a man who will do ll things possible to make it of great use to the farmers of North Carolina. A full list of those present from Halifax county was a follows: B. F. Tillery, Scotland Neck; J. B. Lilley, Spring Hill; G. K. Moore, Scotland Neck; James G. Shields, Scotland Neck; Frank P. Shields, Scotland Neck; L. J. Baker, Palmy ra; John C. Randolph, Enfield; W. S. Hancock, Scotland Neck; Dr. R. M. Johnson, Scotland Neck; Chas. J. Shields, Scotland Neck, R. F. D. 3; L. E. Barnhill, Scotland Neck, R. F. D. 3; W. E. Fleming, Scotland Neck, II. F. D. 3; G. W. Bryan, Scotland Neck; E. A. Lilley, Scotland Neck; J. M. Tillery, Scotland Neck; W. T. Vanlandinghem, Scotland Neck, R. F. D. 3; Balfour Dunn, Scotland Neck, R. F. D. 1; Herman Bryan, Scotland Neck. A BIG DAY AT DAWSONS. Sunday School Institute. Most Excel ent Addresses. Big Dinner. Wednesday August 31st, was a day most enjoyable at Dawsons church, the occassion being a Sunday School Institute, and exercises by the school. The programme as rendered was most excellent indeed, and showed good training as given by the talent ed young organist, Miss Ella Stal lings, the superintendent Mr. J. R. Holliday and wife, who are except ionally fine workers, when it comes to Sunday school work, these being ably assisted by many others capable and enthusiastic. Beautiful banners of the Baraca's, Philathea's and the infant classes were displayed. There are about one hundred mem bers of the school, and such singing; it made the heart pulsate with quick ened speed. The address of welcome was de livered in happy style by a young Baraca man, who bade us welcome to all hospitalities of the day. The "Beatitudes" by eight girls was indeed good. A duet, by two young ladies was much enjoyed, by being well rendered. There was quite a number of pieces by the little tots which were all good. "The bible: in Asia, Africa, Aus tralia, and North America" by four young ladies was most thoroughly appreciated. There were many other things which we would be glad to mention, if we could remember them all, and had the space. At 11,45 Rev W. L. Britt, Presi dent of Halifax County Sunday School Association, took the chair and called the Inrtitute to order. "Why I love the Sunday school" by Mr. Lem Barnhill, was discussed in a very impressive manner. The county secretary was then called on, and gave several reasons why he loved the Sunday School Association we looked into the little bright eyes before us, we felt there were many others who were lovers of Sunday school among these little ones, and hope is that the future may develop them all for this kind of work. Dr. O. C. Stallings then took up the subject; "Was the first Sunday school organized, spiritual?" He most conclusively proved that when first organized, by Robt. Raikes, in London, it was not spiritual; that young people were brought in from the streets, and elsewhere, and made to study the alphabet, then reading. writing, and spelling, and etc. He stated further that about forty years age he moved to the Dawson neighborhood, and in an old gin house, a godly and devout man was holding a Sunday school there and teaching the alphabet, spelling and etc., and usually the school was dis missed with "How firm a foundation ye saints of the Lord" and some ot hers that in this day have no attrac tion whatever for the young life. Dr. Stallings contrasted the past with the blessings of the present, and as the improved conditions were realized we all felt much encourag ed and strengthened for future ac tivity. This address we feel did much good. The President then made some very fine remarks; then adjournment for dinner. Oh! such a dinner; a great long table, forty feet, and three feet wide, and piled up high with such things as even a man sick could eat. Those people do not things by halves and that day evidently intended no one to go away hungry. The "Burns wick" stew" as prepared by that excellent citizen, Mr. DeBerry was the best we ever tasted. His untir ing efforts in helping make the day a pleasure, and in looking out for every stranger, was commendable. We met some school boy friends, the Partins, Flemmings and others which we enjoyed much. We trust we made a few others also. At 2 o'clock convention re-assembled and after spirited singing, the committee which had been appoint ed in the morning to suggest a plan of organizing the eastern townships, and to suggest officers for same, made their report to the effect that townships of Reseneath, Palmyra, Scotland Neck, Conoconara and East Enfield, comprise number 1. The suggested officers for this district being: Charlie Shields, of Scotland Neck, for President; VicePresidei.t, Roseneath, Moses Strickland, Hob good; East Enfield, Stanly C, Whit aker, Enfield; Conoconara, Jas. O. Applewhite, Tillery; Palmyra, S. D. Bradley, Palmyra; for secretery and treasurer, R. L. Hardy, Scotland Neck. The county secretary , hopes to get in communication with these soon to get statistics from their schools, Mr. E. E. Hilliard, of Scotland Neck, then addressed the convention on the subject: "Is the young man safe"? To undertake to give one an idea of the many good things said , and the many warnings to young men and women, and the advice to love home and parents; and to choos good companions, and etc., we could not do justice. The man and his message was well received, .nd we are sure will help many of th young people there in living theii lives along lines that are safe. ' An excellent paper was thei read by Miss Ella Stallings to the edify ing of all present. "The organized work" was then talked about a little by the ounty secretary. We must here enphas ize the fact that we need help and co-operation from the schoos all over the county in getting the statis tics, and soon we expect to miil to every school in the county a form to be filled out, and returned tiat a record of same may be kept in the record book kept for the purjose. The work is interdenominational, and all Sunday schools are expectet to engage in the work of co-opera;ing for better ones in Halifax count: . The county President made nuny little talks at intervals, intersper sed with wit and humour, but driv ing home vital truths with it all. After final words were said, Rev. Mr. Baucon pronounced the benedi ction. The day was well spent, we feel that good was done. Let's mil get in line for more activity, ani look around us a bit, and see if there is not some place near us that a Sun day school is needed; then go there yourself, send someone else if you cant go, or get in touch with the county president,! the secretery.or some ot her officer that they mayhelp you. W. F. COPPEDGE. Secretary-Treasurer Halifax Cotnty Sunday School Association. Hw's Tnis ? We offer One Hundred Dollars Ho ward for any ease of Catarrh that cm not be cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. F. J. Chkxey & Co., Toledo, 0. We, the undersigned, have known F. J. Cheney for the last 15 years, and believe him perfectly honorable in all business transactions, and financially able to carry out any obligations made bv bis rirm. Walding, Kinnan fr Marvin, Wholesale Druggists, Toledo, Ohio. Hall's Catarrh Cure is taken inter nally, acting directly upon the blood and mucous surfaces of the system. Testimonials sent free. Price, 75c per bottle. Sold bv all druggists, Take Hall's Family Pills for con stipation. "A pleased customer is the best advertisement. Everybody pushes our goods." "What do you sell?" "Lawn mowers." Washington Herald. Partnership Announcement We beg to announce that we have this day formed a partnership for the practice of law under the firm name of Dunn & Dunn, and will practice wherever our services are required. Mr. Ashby W. Dunn will have charge of the office at Scotland Neck. Mr. Albion Dunn will have his office at Greenville, in Pitt coun ty, North Carolina. This September 1st, 1910. Albion Dunn. Ashby W. Dunn. 1869-1910. $ Wilson Allsbrook, Corner of Ninth and Main Streets. The same old man At the same old stand. Don't forget when you can't find WHAT YOU WANT, CALL ON ME. Wilson Allsbrook, Scotland Neck, N. C. "THE PIANO WITH A SWEET TONE.' The Children's Party ! Many a children's party has really been a failure because there was no one who could play the piano or any other in strument, and the young peo ple soon tired of games and wanted to dance. Children love to visit homes where there's a Stieff Player-Piano for a little dance can be had any time, for all members of the family can play it. You buy it from the maker, at his price, with his guaranteee which means something. r-. Chas. M. stiIeff L. C. STEELE, Mgr., 114 Granby St., Norfolk, Va. R. I. JONES, Representative. Scotland Neck, North Carolina. Please mention this paper. Tie Official Piano Jamestown Exposition. THE HOME OF PI KE DKl'GS" Hurrah! Hurrah! School Days Again. And they find us better prepared than ever for the school children's Supplies. A complete and classy line of tablet composi tion books, ink; pencils, peas and erasers. Ask for the famous Rlue Kibbon Tablet. Quality not quantity our motto. E. T. Whitehead Co. "The Rexall Store" High Class Photographs ! I respectfully announce to the citizens of Scotland Neck and vicinity that I have located in Scotland Neck opposite the postoffice, where I am prepared to furnish any kind of picture known to the art. Cabinet Photos, per dozen $3.00 to $S.OO Half Cabinet Photos, per dozen 2.50 Quarter Cabinet, or Cards, dozen 2.00 Post Cards, per dozen 1.00 Minettes, per dozen 75 Ping Ponsrs, per dozen 25 As my stay will be limited, all who wish good pictures are requested to call early. Thanking you for past pat ronage and soliciting a continu ance of the same, I am Yours to please, H. f. BADGER. Trinity College Five Departments Collegiate, Graduate, Engineering, Law and Education. Large library facilities. Well-equiupped labor atories in all departments of science. Gymnasium furnished with best apparatus. Expense very moderate. Aid for worthy students. Teachers and students expect ing to engage in teaching should investigate the superior advant ages offered by the new Depart ment of Education in Trinity College. 3 For catalogue and further in formation, address R. L. FLOWERS, Secretary, Durham, N. c. HIGHEST GRADE TOOLS FOR P "RTJHT IN A GOOD WORKMAN USES GOOD TOOLS. GOOD TOOLS COST NO MORE THAN POOR TOOLS. WITH THE BEST TOOLS NEITHER WORKMAN NOR TOOLS LOSE THE TEMPER. THE TOOLS WE SELL ARE SHARP AND REMAIN 5HARP. WHILE OUR TOOLS ARE EVEN TEMPERED. OUR PRICES ARE RIGHT. NO SHARP PRACTICE USED BY US. ONLY TO PLANE DOWN THE PBICE. Hardy Hardware Comity "THE HARDWARE Ht'STLEHS" East Carolina Teachers' Traimnq School. ! A state school organized for and innintnin definite purpose: Training: young men and vu::;.-;. for teaching. The regular session opens Tuo.k. September l.'i, 1010. For catalogue and info::: l tion, address ROIiT. II. WRIGHT. I Vs.. 7-l4-3m tSroenvilli'. X.r. BINGHAM SCHOOL 1793 1910 THE BINGHAM SCHOOL, AsheTiU. N. C, has prepared Boys to h. Mm I t :; Tii I located on th Ttll Platraa. I milea from city. OnniiUon MILIIi.M t : It II CONTROL and CARRIAGE. Roy polio from atbar aciiuula Dot racwad. WV.r ' when ditconrad. Hula absolutely excluded. Addram COL. B. BIK0HAS. Shi, fci t sg, v ft $ H : m 3 i n i'hK t VW NOT TAKE A TRIP TO " f BEEN EKOUGHT WiTHJN W' ' ' I EASY BEACH BY THE ' . SPLEND3D THROUGH TRAIN VHS 1 SERVICE OF THE MV WRITE FOR SCHEDULES. RESERVATIONS AUD ILLUSTRATED BOOKLETS 10 V.'. J. CRAirj ass b traffic m T. C, WHITE CCN'L PASVH AUT. WiLKl.NGTCN, N. C. av tu. POARD ffl take the place of lath, platter and rall-paper in every type of building Clark Sash & Door Corporation Frank T. Clark, Pres All kinds of Building Material, write us ior prices. NORFOLK, VIRGINIA. Executor's Notice. Havine-onnlifio . tu i.,4. " ..r , cAfcutor under fJsisils;?ti1ttan,entof Ae- Hniffo omith. deceased, late of Halifax countv ',. f rianrax county, North Carolina I hereby notify all person? djta. against the esS J? cedent fn OI s , ijicui mem to mo tVv. payment on or hpfnro olL T tor September iqiinrfe 8tl da' of T iyAl, or this nnhVo i..;n me foi day oj ice wil a?ip. ' of their rov..' ment. cuiaie settle- This 8th day of September, 1910 9-8-6t a. L. Smith, Executor. Rocky Mountain Tea Nuonets Bring. GoU.1, Health ari 1 Wl V. specific for CWr: Ta.e.Wed Vl- 30L0kN NUGftFTe enl' " ' mliuw PEOPLE ESS wE"2S "1 :) j 1 I'm! c V, FT Mvr vX r -V - . ' Vkt-: .2.. -'.V' KEY VESTrj-" : a OOOOOOO o oooooeo o Classy Printing ! It's plain that i ing is not po.l ; It's graded. .Just :i alteration po!:i 'i- -chan.ir' the :i; v -i! of the entire : us sugpest the i!: your next jul' 1 it in the "elassv" ; i. Printing is our busirv.-H. ; ,!' want to show well we knmv it. you give us the ty? We'll see. 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