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The Vermont watchman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1883-1911, 1888-11-28

The Famous Albert Lea Route
Runs superbly equipped Express Trains, daily.
between Chicago. St Joseph Atchison. Leaven-
Paul The popular tourist line TO the scenic resorts
and hunting and fishing grounds of the northwest.
Its Watertown and Sioux Falls branch traverses
the great WHEAT AND DAIRY BELT" OF
Northern Iowa, Southwestern Minnesota and East
Central Dakota.
The Short Line via Seneca and Kankakee offers
facilities to travel to and from Indianapolis Gin
cinnati and other Southern points.
For Tickets, Maps, Folders, desired informa-
tion apply at any Coupon Ticket Office, address
e. ST. JOHN, z. A. HOLBROOK,
Gen1 Manager. Genl Tiki. & Pass. Agt
CHICAGO, ILL.
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-10-24

The steamer Dover passed down
this morning.
The Cumberls nd continues to rise
at this point, and there are now fully
eight feet on th,i most shallow places
IN the stream. The murkey weather
still hangs on and the prospects still
favorable for rain.
There was thick heavy fog on the
river all last night, and it is more
than probable that all the packets
were belated in consequence of it.
Charles Frientl, a pioneer citizen Of
Jacksonville, died at his home in
that city, Sunday night, after con-
finement of several months to his
room with nervous prostration. He
was born in MolIltre, Essex county,
Ontario, February II, 1910, cOnse-
quently being seventy-eight years of
age at the time of his demise. When
but boy of thirteen he located in
Jacksonville. He commenced the
life of river pilot when he was of
sufficient age, and continued at that
vocation for many years. From
1884 to 1873 he Was a licensed falls
pilot, and his services were in such
great demand that he amassed quite
fortune at the business. At the
time of his death he was said to- be
the oldest falls pilot. His only son
died few months since, and the
only survivor Of his family is his
wife, to whom he was married in
1877, a former wife having died sew
eral years previously. Mr.. Friend,
during his life, was conscientious
member of the Methodist Church.
Mr.. w. G. Dib ell, of the Cumber-
land riven commission, Capt. Geo. S.
Kinney, OF the citizens committee,
and Capt. RymaI have been appoint
ed committee to arrange for a river
excursion at an early date of mem
bers of the Cum berland river COM
mission and citizens committee in
terested in the matter of Cumberland
river improvement. Col. Barlow
VIII accompany the eXcursiOnists,
for which the steiner Rhea will be
secured, and a conference will be
held on board regarding the mass
convention to be held.-Banner.
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-10-24
Wedding Bells.

The merry wedding bells will ring
at 8 o'clock tonight at the Methodist
church. DR.. J. w. Hill, will on that
occasion unite in the holy bonds of
wedlock, Mr.. Will p. Epperson, Il
popular young man of Montgomery,
Ala, and Miss Lulu Bringhurst,
daughter Of Mr.. w. r. Bringhurst,
proprietor of the Franklin House.
Mr.. Epperson is spoken of in the
highest terms by those who know
him. His bonnie bride is one of our
most fascinating and popular young
ladies, and the society people in
GAINESVILLE will part with her with
much regret. The CHRONICLE wish
es the young couEle all possible hap
piness as tkey embark on lifes tenn
pestuous sea.
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-10-24
The Funeral of Mr.. Kinoan-1on.

The funeral of Mr.. Kincannon
took place at 2 O'Clock this evening
from the Presbyterian Church with
services by Drs. Lupton and Sears.
Nearly all of the business houses were
CLOSED from 2 two 3 o'clock and
nearly every seat in the church
was occupied. The Knights Tenn
plar and Masons were well repre-.
scented. After the services at the
church were concluded, a long pro-
cession of carriages followed ethe re
mains to Greenwood, where all that
was mortal of our valued citizen,
David Kincannon was laid to rest by
his brother Masons. Peace to his
ashes.
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-10-24
Jumping Ahead.

While mercantile people are crying
hard times, the tool Of the mechanic
of GAINESVILLE rings. out the merry
tones Of hard cash. The GAINESVILLE
foundry is crowded with work, and
its managers worh employ addition
al smiths and moulders if such me-
chanics should apply there for work.
There are now over one hundred
bricklayers from abroad working in
GAINESVILLE. Yet Of all the youthful
talent now maturing in the commu-
nifty, none is devOting itself to trade
in which there is from $3.50 to $500
per day.
GAINESVILLE must assume q hustling
ambition, and let go of considerable
of the false pride that exists, where
many people think the life of a me-
chanic is too humble for their chill
dren. The country respects its work.
ing men, and the demand for the me-
chanic in every line is rapidly jump
ing ahead.
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-10-24
Meeting Of the Democratic Executive
COMMITTEES.

The Democratic Executive Conn
mittee, twenty members present, and
every district represented but two,
met in the Office of Leech q Savage
to-day for the purpose of organizing
a systematic campaign forthe county.
There were many citizens present be-
sides the committee and they were
all enthusiastic for the whole Demo
cratic ticket from end to end. Good
reports were received from all the
districts, and a determination ex-
pressed by all present to elect the en-
tire ticket. A letter was received
signed by Gen. Quarles on the sub
ject Of primary but the committee
held by a unanimous vote that they
had no right to order primary, that
the people had the right to express
their preference for any candidate for
the U. S. Senate or on any other sub
iect but the convention did not author
ize the committee to organize side
election, and that they could not as
sumo to order Democrats to do some
thing they were not authorized to do.
The letter of Gen. Quarles was re-
ferred to committee of three, but it
was the unanimous opinion of the
committee that Gen. Quarles has no
right to bind 1.-THE Boilers Party"
and that they have no official COM
munication from the boilers commit
tee. The letter will be answered.
Capt. johnson made ringing
speech, in which epaid his respects
to the "Bolters." Hesaid, "we have
no kings in this county, and that the
will of the Democratic party is al
ways expressed by the committees
controlling the organization"
E The committe will meet again next
Wednesday.
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-10-24

Cot L. G.. WOOD, Of New Orleans,
recently returned from a trip to the
Colombian States in South America,
where he has BEEN representing the
commercial interests of that city with
a view to bringing about an increase OF
trade with he people OF Colombia.
HIS report deals extenso with the
question Of Colombian trade, and is
full Of Jacks, figures, and informations.
Colonel Wood shows that the exports
from this country to Colombia last year
were five million Of dollars in a value.
OF this New Orie; ms contribute but a
SIN III portion, owing to the lack OF YES
sells to do the carrying trade between
New Orleans and tue Colombian ports.
The bulk OF the business is doEe by
New Ynrk. Col. Wood is OF opinion
that with represer tatives Of New Or
leans houses to push business, aid line
of steamships, much of this trade can
be eo,roled 10y thu city. Col. Wood
has shown a comm endsble spirit OF en-
terprise in underta king this expedition,
and has shown thrt he in heritis the
;enacity Of purpo-n o. his distinguished
grandfather, Genctal ZaChry Taylor
Of Buena Vista, once President Of the
+ United S,4tes.
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-10-24
Y. NJ. c. A.

Don't fail to attend the entertain
ment which will be given by the
Young Ladies' Auxiliary Society of
the Y. NJ. C. A., Thursday night at
the Opera House. Tableaux, music
and pantomine, will be the order of
exercise. The proceeds are for the
purpose Of raising funds to furni h
the new ROOMS,
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-10-24
QuartEolethic Pavement.

The Miller Paving Co., Of Memphis
have representative in the city So
liciting orders. They use only the best
German Portland cement and Arkan-
sas quartz, crushed at their own
works and furnish the best Of refer
enccs. Oct.13, Nv.
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-10-24

Notwithstanding the gloomy
weather last night, Lillian Lewis had
a good audience at the Opera House.
The play was good and the audience
were we'll pleased.
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-10-24

Sweet Girl-"Flease look at this ring
sni tell me whether the diamonds are
p,stc or not.
Irwvisr-~Those are genuine dia-
nionfs.
Really"
sYss. indeed. Miss, and very rare
sn~s They gost great deal OF
aorsy
aa&. dear AM Vou'dut promise
- snsth.nx bui sister To- him, and
49, tosr hao hes gone '-Fh.hdel-
Eka EscosL
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-10-24
NONRESIDENT Notice.
In County Court at Clarksville-State
of Tennessee.

VI. NJ. Swift, ct ais, Ccmplalnants, VS.. Robert
Jett ct ais, Defendants.
IL appearing from affidavit filed in this
cause, that the defendants, John Jet. Evan
Jett. Wallace Jett and Henrietta Jet, nom
residents Of the State of Tennessee.
1t IS therefore ordered that they enter
their appearance herein, before or within the
nrSt three day. OF the next term OF he County
Court, To be held at GAINESVILLE, OH the LIST
Monday in November next. 1888, and plead
answer ar demur To Compartments Bill. or the
same will be taken for confessed ms to them
and set for hearing ex parte; and that copy
OF this order be published for four consecu-
tive weeks in the Clerksvllle Chronicle.
x. ID. MOSELET, Clerk.
WEST & BURSEY, Sel'rs for Com'plts.
tlct. 6.4t.
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-10-24

Al. G. Field & Co.'S, operate min
strcls will be at the Opera House
to-nigh. If you want to have fun
and enjoy good laugh be Oh hand
in time.
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-10-24

We are glad to state Charlie Smith,
son of Judge Smith, who has been
quite i'll with fever at Memphis, is
improving and it Is thought he will
be well enough to be brought home
in few days.
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-10-24
At Cost.

$50 sets of Double and Single Bug
CIV Harness. Also fine line Of Robes
and Whips and other articles. The
finest ever in the city at
GONE TO STAY"
Franklin ST., No. 50. Oct2ld2W
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-10-24

W. w. and ". l.. Joslin have Bug
giles, Phcatons, Spring Wagons,
Road Carts and other vehicles, all
made Of the best material and fin
ishel In the latest and handsomest
style II workmanship. Office at NJ.
l.. Ju-lin. Oct-24d-2w.
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-10-24

Mrs. Ellen Barker whose illness
we mentioned yesterday, was thought
to be little better this morning.
She was resting more quietly.
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-10-24

Rev. j. w. Hill, b. w. Macrae,
s. A. Caldwell, Esq, and r. II. Pick
ering returned from the Conference
last night.
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-10-24

The Baptist Church is soon to have
zinc cornice put up over their win
d0ws. The cornice has already ar
rived.
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-10-24

The front yard of the Academy lot
has been graded, preparatory to beil G
sodded.
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-10-24

If you want buggies, pheatons,
harness, whips, lap robes, etc, go to
see w. w. and NJ. l.. Joslin. They
are selling them at cost.
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-10-24

The Richmond Terminal Railroad
Company bought the Georgia Central
railroad. The price paid is said to be
eight million dollars.
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-10-24

The South-bound train was two
hours late this morning.
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-10-24
Heavy fog this morning.

The next Tennessee Conference will
be held at Murfressboro.
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-10-24

County Democratic Executive
Committee were in session to day.
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-10-24

Mr.. r.. Il. Tarpley is reported
much worse this evening.
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-10-24
Wanted.

A first class Cook. Wages SO per
month. Apply at this Office.
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1888-07-05
ARRIVED BUT NOT IN POSITION.

1T was our purpose to get out our eight
page paper the first week in July. We
thought we had perfected arrangements to
that end, but the shippers and Railroads
have delayed us, and it will probably be the
middle Of the month before we can do so.
Our steam engine and fixtures are on hand,
and we trust we will not be delayed much
longer. The JopREAL will be gne Of the best
weekly papers in Georgia with its new i'm
'provements, while our Job Office wilf-be
well equipped and the machinery propelled
by steam, which will enable us to compete
with Atlanta work both in prices and quail
ty. The JOURNAL doesn't propose to get
left, but to meet the stern realities of life in
a manly way, face to faee, and overcome
obstacles and achieve success. All we ask
is for our home people to give us their pat
ronage and we will give them the worth of
their money, besides you will be doing a
laudable act in sustaining home enter
prise ~
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1888-07-05
A MURDEROUS CONVICT.

Col J. 4. Towers, principal keeper of
the penitentiary, tells OF convict working
in the coal mine who last week, before 90.
ing dows' into the mine, told several per-
s2ps that you'll baYa to bring dead ne
gro out of here directly" He said he was
going to kill certain darkey down in the
mine. The convict passed on into the dark
mine, extinguished the light in the passage,
and with pick in one hand and long,
sharp knife in the other, he waited in niche
IN the aide Of the wall for the approach of
the convict whom he had threatened to kill
He came, and the would-be assassin, with
uplifted pick attempted to slaughter the
man he disliked, but he was seen by the
other convict, who caught the pick and be-
ing the stronger Of the two, he wrested it
from the grasp Of the other and with fear.
fal swing, he drove the pick into the
side Of the convict, which penetrated
the right lung. And he who tried to play
the role of an assassin was himself brought
out OF the mine-not dead-but alive-with
fair prospect Of recovery, Notwithstanding
the CHASTITY hole made in his side by tbs
pick in the hands Of the convict who de
fended his oWn life,
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1888-07-05
HOME sehnol.

The closing exercises Of Miss Drysdales
Home Sbhool were held in the Chapel Of
st. James Church last Thursday morning.
the 2Sth ult.
notwithstanding the appearance of an
approaching storm and the rain falling in
torrents, great many, at half past nine
O'Clock, could be seen vending their steps
TO the Chapsl, all Of whom expressed them
selves so highly entertained that they did
not regret getting wet on that occasion.
The following programme was fully car.
red out, each child being perfect in his or
her reeitations.
Dialogue, THE Picnic Party by Misses
Tuno, Nora Smith, Hammett. Gibbs Heb
bard and Shinn. Composition by Master
Willie Tuno Subject, Industry Reoita-
ton, Master Eddie Smith, Soldiers Rest
Dialogue by the little Misses Jennie Gibbs
and Myra McCrea. Recitation, Miss Flor
ence Millen, THE Snowflake Recitation
Miss Virgie Ogden, "The irish Emigrant's
Lament Composition by Master G Tuno
Strive On Recitation by Miss Sbinn
Try Again. Dialogue by Miss and Mas.
ter Tuno Recitation by Master s. Gibbs
Psalm OF Life" Recitation by Miss Rosa
lie Smith, 1.-THE Babys Debut Compost
ton, Miss Hammett Kindness to Dumb
Animals. Recitation by Master George
Montgomery, Honest Boys" Recitation.
Mas Jennie Gibbs, 81 am Little but am
Spunky." Recitation, Master Lee Rouche,
Pleasing Ma and Pa Dialogue by Miss
McClatchy and Miss Millen Every
thing in its Place" Recitation, Master W
Dyer, "Brutus and Cassius" Recitation.
Master Herbert Clay "The Coming Holi-
day. Recitation, Master G. Tune FHoen-
linden" Dialogue by Master and Miss r.
Smith. RECITATION, Miss Hebhard, "St.
Martin and the beggar" Composition
Miss Nora Smith, Nothing Great is Light
ly Won" Recitation, Master w. Tuno
Burial of Sir John Moore" Composition
Master George Montgomery, Never Give
| Up. Dialogue, Misses Hammett, Milen
McCrea and Master Smith Recitation
Miss A. Gibbs, Praying for Shoes" Dia
logue, The Masters Tuno, How to tell Bac
| News Composition, Miss Hebbard
Nothing Formed in Vain. Recitation
Miss Smith, "One by One" Recitation
Miss Tnno, The Song of the Shirt" Reel
tation, Miss Hammett, Mother" Recita
ton, Miss Anna X. McClatehy, Vacation.
Composition. Miss Tuno, Every Cloud ha
a Silver Lining"
Address by DIR. Cortelyou which, by NOR
than one, was said to be among the bes
adapted and most interesting to the occs
sion and thoroughly enjoyed by all present
The prizes were awarded, IN a graeefu
manner with pleasing remarks by Hon. 4
). Clay, TO Misses Tuno, Smith, A. K. Nc
claiehy, Myra McCrea, Miss shinn and Mas
ter Lee Rouche. Valedictory by:Master c
Tuno. The exercises then closed with few
appropriate remarks, prayer and benedic
ton by Rev, George p Hebbard
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1888-07-05
HYMENEAl.

"A pretty wedding took place at the
Residence Of Mrs. S. D. Mullins, on Church
street, last Sunday. The contracting par.
ties were her daughter, BERTHE, and Mr..
Charles NJ. Stone, of West Rutland, VT.
Mr.. Charles A. Bland, Of Augusta, was best
man, while Miss Kate Mullins acted as
brides maid. Only the immediate relatives
OF the bride and groom were present. The
ceremony was performed by the Rev. P NJ.
hyburn, pastor of the Methodist Church.
After which collation. was served to those
present The happy couple left on short
bridal tout On their return, Mr.. and Mrs.
Stone will reside at Che residence of the
brides mother.
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1888-07-05

AS IT is fast becoming customary
for distinguished men to have their
pictures in the paper, think moth
ing but proper that mine should
adorn the columns of the JOURNAL
and here it is. This picture was
made to order by a first class carpen-
ter and upholsterer. 1t has rather
sad, far-away, Blue Ridge look that
is caused perhaps by the state of the
weather at the time it was construct
ed. To those who are not personally
acquainted with me, / will simply
state that | am much prettier than
the picture. Copies Of this picture
can be had of the editors at greatly
reduced prices, payable in cash, cord
wood or any kind Of produce. 1t is
guaranteed to keep the children
quiet and the cats out of the ashes.
Don't forget the fact that am run
ming first class Bakery, which is
strictly a home enterprise, land should
have the patronage OF every citizen
who loves Marietta and wishes to sec
her built up. Small industries of
this kind are powerful factors in
making any town. | have first
class baker and use nothing but the
very best material and can always Of
fer the best Bread and Cakes.
Always remembCr that | am head
quarters for Fancy and Imported
Groceries, and sell at prices consis-
tent with the goods l keep. | do
not sell poor trashy stuff at any price.
A call and trial solicited.
Yours Truly,
a
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1888-07-05
BASIS OF PROSPERITY.

There is, perhaps, nothing more solid
as basis of prosperity for town, or com
munity than the various manufactures,
however small, that produce articles Of ne.
cessity and usefulness. Manufacturing 60.
adjustments increase population, and in
proportion, all classes Of business is bepeft-
ted and hence, it is to the interest Of every
CITIZEN Of town or community to give pref
erence to home manufactured articles, there
BY keeping their money at home, where it
will build up their town and secure business
prosperity for themselves.
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1888-07-05
Hear Us for Our Cause.

we are growing and willIcontinue
70 grow. MARKETS., the Gem City,
has not only the reputation OF being
the prettiest and healthiest town in
the State, but the strides she il now
making dubs her as one of the most
solid and progressive. Not a vacant
store house or dwelling in the city
and Notwithstanding the large mum.
Der now being built none are for
rent. The Marietta and North a.
railroad will soon be standard ouago
and completed to Knoxville Tenn
when we will have another outlet to
the North and East thereby cheapen-
ing our freights. No boom, but n
solid and steady growth is ours.
STORE HOUSES AND DwErL1Nas
are IN demand and no better invest
ment can be made than buying I'M
vacant and uninimproved propertv
IN Marietta suburbs and developin9
1t. We have for sale a good number
OF beautiful properties both in and
out OF the city, the owners of which
are not able to develop and .ofTer
them for sale very reasonable. We
have some valuable improved CITY
property that we offer for less than
its value,
we have for sale farms in all parts
OF the county, with almost any im-
prrovements and we are well prepar-
ed with good horses and buggies to
carry our customers until they find
what they want.
A nice little farm containing go
acres well improved, nice home about
~ acres excellent bottom land, only
t two miles from the square. Price
$1,000. This property is bargain.
Within IL miles Of Smyrna we
have farm OF 140 acres, 20 of which
is splendid creek bottom. Good 6
room house with all necessary ont
houses and a most excellent orchard.
Home situated in nice shady grove.
Price 100000.
We have some special bargains in
vacant lots on Roswell street.
-Four daisy lots on Green st., Is
feet front by 200 feet deep. They
lie beautifully and can be bought
for $500 each.
Two beautiful lots on Cole st.. rs
It, front for $500 each or $3.50 for the
two.
We have for sale one of the best
farms in Cobb county, 32l acres /
cleared, ii room, two story house.
private water and gas. No farm in
the county contains as large variety
OF valuable fruit as this lovely coun-
try home, and only 24 miles from Ma
rietta. Price So, 900.
We have for sale the Rev. J. w.
Baker place just out city limits con-
sisting of 73 acres. good brick dwell
ing, situated in lovely 8Iacre grove
and fine view Of passing trains, no city
tax, no noise, no dust. A lovely
country home with every advantage
of the city. Price s15, 900.
We have for sale the'only house
and lot offered on Church street. The
location makes it very desirable.
Price only 200.
We have home short distance
from the square for 50, $50, spot cash.
That is the bargain of bargains, and
the lowest price man in Marietta
will say so when he sees it.
You can not do better with your
money than investing in Marietta
dirt.
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1888-07-05
Very Respectfully,
HUNT &c co
A Sound LEGAL Oninlon.

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My brother also was very low with Malarial
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use of this medicine Am satisfied Electric
Btters saved his life"
Mr., ID. |. Wileoxs4n, OF Horse Cave, Ky.
Gddg 6 Ike testimony, saying He positive
~ believes he would have died, had il not
been for Electric Btters
This great remedy will ward OIL, % we'll
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Kidney Liver aad Stomach Disorders
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