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The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1889-06-06
MOVING TO TOWN.

A AAJ WY pau Vi tAS
country the report comes that the
farmers are moving to town.
In Georgia there is a steady
growth of the towns at the expense
of the rural districts. The same is
true ofzother southern states, and
especially of the black belt. In
New England the farmers are drift
ing to the towns and renting out
their farms, or going west But out
west it is no better. According to
the Chicago Herald, over three
hundred prosperous farmers in
Sangamon county have rented out
their farms and moved to Spring
field. About as many farmers in
Rock county, Wisconsin, have NOV
ed to GAINESVILLE. In nearly every
county in the older western states
the large farmers have cut up their
farms and leased them to tenants.
1t is believed that the coming CEN
sus will show an increase of fifty
per cent. in the number of tenant
farmers in the west.
Just before the decline OF the
Roman empire the wealthy farmers
Hocked to the cities. Before the
French revolution the land owners
deserted their estates and moved to
Paris. The removal of the owners
of the soil from the country districts
produced bad effect. Agriculture
ceased to advance, crops fell off,
and commerce declined. Town and
country people were divided into
TWO distinct classes, differing in
wealth, culture, dress and appear
ance.
1t is not an encouraging sign to
see in this generation a repetition
Of a chapter Of the calamitous histo-
~ of the old world. One hundred
years ago our leading men, our men
of wealth and culture, were nearly
all country gentlemen. Now, the
members of the governing classes
live in towns and cities, except in the
south, which still continues to send
farmers to the legislature and con-
gIess. But for the south the farm
ers of the country would be almost
unrepresented at Washington.
We must change the drift OF things
if we would see our people enjoy
the fullest measure of prosperity
and happiness. This craze for town
Life is all wrong. If half of our
ambitious young men who are liv-
ing in shabby genteel way in the
professions and in dry goods stores
would put their brains and energy
into farming our country districts
would soon become thickly settled,
and, with well titled farms, COM
portable modern cottages and good
roads, life outside of the towns
would be in every way superior to
the mode of existence found within
the walls of our crowded cities. The
towns do not need an influx Of popu-
lation from the country, but the
country needs a lot of town people
to take hold of the farms and pro-
duce something. We can get along
without more lawyers and dry goods
clerk, but we need more farmers
we need their products, their health
influence, and their aid in running
the government Atlanta Consti
tuition.
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1889-06-06
A Washington territory farmer was

A Washington territory farmer was
digging a post hole on the banks of
Smoke river, when he unearthed skele-
ton richly dressed in old fashioned cloth
ing. The coat was especially fine, and
was adorned with velvet collar and cuffs.
The place where the skeleton was found
had been used as a horse coral for the
past fifteen years,
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1889-06-06
GEORGIA-CoBB COUNTY:

Whereas, John B. Kemp, Executor of
Mary Z. Darby, represents to the Court in
his petition, duly filed and entered on
record, that he has fully administered
Mary F. Darby's estate. This is there
fore to cite all persons concerned, kindred
and creditors, to show cause. if any they
can, why said Executor should not be dis
charged from his Executorship and re.
ceive letters Of dismission on the first
Monday in July 1889 This April 1sr,
1889. j. M. STONE, Ordinary.
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1889-06-06
GEORGTA-COBB COUNTY;

GEORGIA-COBB COUNTY;
To wham it NAV concern: w H Till
man, next TREND of Horace Westfeld and
Mary Wesifeld, minor children of Jane
Jones, deceased having had in due form
years support set apart for them, out of
the estate at Jane Jones, deceased, the
same will be made the judgment OF this
court at the June term next, ii no legal
objections are filed.
J. M STONE, Ordinary,
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1889-06-06
DIR. III. V. REYNOLDS.
PRACTICING PHYSICIAN.

WHEN NOT ENGAGED ELSE
w where may be found during the day
at his office, up stairs, in McClatchy Build
ing, Southwest corner of Public Square,
and at night at his residence on Powder
Springs street, two doors above the Metho>
dist parsonage, Marietta, Ga. Telephone
No. II.
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1889-06-06
HELP IN TIME OF NEED.

When man is drowning he will grasp at straws.
but straws will not save him. Extend 70 him a
life-boat and his rescue is certain.
Mr.. James A. Greer of Athens, Ga endorsed by
the editor Of the Athens Banner Watchman) makes
the following statement;
II am first cousin OF the late Ex-Governor Alex
ander H. Stephens, and have been postal clerk on
different railroads since 1853 For ten years hsye
been sufferer from a cancer on
OHNSN my face, which grew worse
until the discharge Of matter became profuse and
very offensive became thoroughly disguised with
blood purifiers and pronounced them humbugs, as
] had tried many without relief.
Finally was induced to use Botanic Blood Balm,
(B. B. b. The offensive discharge decreased al
once and the hardness disappeared. 1t became less
and less in size until nothing remains except scar
gained flesh and strength, and all who have seen
me bear testimony. cannot say too much in It's
praise"
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1889-06-06

There are times when feeling of lassi-
tude will overcome the most robust, when
the system Graves fer pure blood, to furnish
the elements OF health and strength. The
hes remedy for purifying the blood is DR..
J. H. McLean's Sarsaparilla.
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1889-06-06
A. H. Morris, Pine Bluff, Ark, writes:

"Ho: Springs failed entirely to cure me Of several
terrible, ndolent running ulcers on nv legs, with
which have been troubled for many years. Sever
al doctors also attempted to cure me but failed.
HOT SPRINGS have only used few
bottles of B. B. B.,
tmade in Atlanta Gal and the effect has been truly
magicalas they have all healed and am cured after
everything failed Mygeneral health is also improv.
ing, appetite and digestion good. | sleep soundly,
and never felt better. Doctors told me that could
not De cured.
refer to every merchant or professional man OF
Pine Bluff.
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1889-06-06

Give The JOURNAL your orders for job
printing. We are doing irst-class work at
bottom figures. Then there is solid satistac
ton in patronizing home institution, you
know.
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1889-06-06

Pimples, blotches, scaly skin, ugly spots
sores and ulcers. assesses and tumors, un-
healthy discharges, such as catarrh, ecze-
ma, ringworm, and other form of skin dis
cases. are symptoms of blood impurity.
Take DR.. ]. H, McLean's Sarsaparilla.
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1889-06-06

GEORGIA-COBB COUNTY
Whereas, W. H. Warren Administrator
of M. A. Thornton represents to the Court
in his petition, duly filed and entered on
record, that he has fully administered M.
A. Thornton's estate This is there ore to
cite all persons concerned, kindred and
creditors, to show cause, If any they can,
why said Administrator should not be dis
charged from his Administration, and re-
ceive letters of dismission on the first Mon
day in July 1889. This April LIST, 1899.
j NJ STONE, Ordinary.
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1889-06-06
DIR. E. j. SEIZE.
PHYSICIAN AND SURnE0N

TENDERS HIS PROFESSIONAL
i services in the practice of Medicine in
all its branches to the citizens of Marietta
and surrounding country Office at DIR
E. J. Seize s Drugstore. Ali calls prompt
ly attended to.
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1889-06-06

w Any one interested who desires to know more
about the wonderful merit Of B. B. B., will please
send address to Blood Balm Co, Atlanta, Ga, for
their illustrated Book of Wonders IN
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1889-06-06
Mattress-M Maker
AND
REPAIRER.

Having served an apprenticeship for a
number of years with first class French
workman at Columbus, Ga, l guarantee
perfect satisfaction in making or repairing
mattresses Shop in rear of Post Office
Work solicited. 6. L. JOHNSON
Marietta, Oct. 10th, 1888.
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1889-06-06
DIR, j. ID. MALONE,
PHYSICIAN AND ,SURGEON

MARIETTA, GEORGIA.
OFFICE south side of Public Square,
~ at Malone's Drug Store. Residence
on the corner of Atlanta and Anderson
streets. Calls in city or country answered
promptly day and night.
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1889-06-06
DIR E. MI. ALLEN.
DIR. p. r. CORTELYOU.
PRACTCLNG PHYSICIAN.

EhAOIICINU PHENICIAN,
MARIETTA, GEORGIA. OFFICE
4A- North-side Public Square, over r. H.
n orthcutt's Millinery store Consultation
Hours, 81 a. m. to l2-3 to p. M, unless
otherwise engaged Telephone No. Is.
Residence nearly opposite Pres oyterian
ChuIch, on Church street
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1889-06-06
Opposite the Kennesaw House. i,

\NPP0oi'S Un0 henuesaW MOUSE.
CHUCK ANDERSON, Proprietor.
THE BEST OF VEHICLES, THE
/ safest of drivers and the fastest of
horses are always ready, night and dag
for hire. No man or woman or child ever
has given me call in the past, who has
been, nor shall any ever in the future be.
dissatisfied with my teams or the men in
my employ. Everything and every body
about me are No. 1.
have cheapened my charges proLor
tionate to the stringency of the times.
For references as to the truth of what |
say, as to the turn.outs and charges 20
to my friends, which means the public
generally.
Parties hiring are strictly responsible
for thesafety 10 themselves. vehicles
horses1 I. A. g. ANDERSON.
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1889-06-06
GEO. N. LESTER,
A7TORNBY ATLAW.

n 4 V1IAVIDA II \ III Wy
M ARIETTA, GA. Will continue to
1NI practice in all the Courts of the
Blue Ridge Circuit, and in Douglas county
of the Stone Mountain circuit, and else
where by agreement. He is able aud will
ing to give prompt attention to all business
confded to him. Office over Anderson
Bros store. Southwest corner of the Pub.
lie Square
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1889-06-06
Business Cards &c.
w. S. CHENEY.

4TTORNEY AT LAW,
MARIETTA, GEORGIA OFFICE
NJ with J. E. Motley, South-side of Pub
lie Square. All legal business promptly
attended to. Collections specially solicit
ed. Real estate bought and sold for par
tico, ana money loaned to and TOR parties
on good security.
The progressive farmer. [volume] (Winston, N.C.) 1886-1904, 1889-07-30
A WORD FROM BELvIDERE.

July Is, 1889.
Mr. EDITOR: R:-Having been appoint
ed Corresponding Secretary of our
Alliance, / write the following:
Belvidere Alliance, No. l,1O9, was
organized August 9Th, 1889, with
seven charter members; we now
number forty. Since our election OF
new officers, each meeting of our Ali.
ance has been more interesting and
its members seem to be greatly inter
ested in the Alliance movement. For
this | believe we are indebted to our
new officers. We have raised thirty.
eight dollars for the State agency
fund and expect to raise more in a
short time.
At our last meeting the cotton bag
ging question was discussed among
cur brethren in which all we're deeply
concerned. The following resolution
was unanimously adopted:
WHEREAS, The Farmers Alliance is
confronted with the gigantic jute bag
ging trust which is robbery to the
farmers and ruinous to the country,
and
Whereas, The only remedy for the
farmer and tile only method by which
the trust can be crushed is for the
farmer to ignore the trust and discon-
tinue the use of its bagging.
RESOLVED, That we, Belvidere ALI
ance, No. l, l09, do endorse the action
at Birmingham, and furthermore
stand unanimously pledged not to use
anything for bagging but cotton
cloth, nor viii we patronize any gin,
ner that uses or attempts to use any
other covering on our cotton than
cotton bagging
Our Alliance is composed entirely
of men, all of whom are hard work
ing farmers who are earnest In their
efforts to do what they can to annihil-
ate those evil combination and trusts
from which we all are suffering We
want the presence and cheering in
huence of our good women to aid us
in rolling the great Alliance wheel on
ward. But some people say that the
women have no business In the Ali.
ance II think that is q mistaken
idea. We would be glad to welcome
the ladies in our social band, and
would congratulate them with joy to
The progressive farmer. [volume] (Winston, N.C.) 1886-1904, 1889-07-30
A LINE FROM pAsouorAuK.
UNION ALLIANCE, No. l04l.
I1,lrr i D = 90
July "a, 1883.

July Id, 1889.
Ma. Please allow sr,ace for
few words in your valuable paper
from this Alliance. 1t came m. as 4
were, little over year AGO. and the
earth being somewhat out of order
when the seed was planted, came
rather slow, and continued to make
slow progress till the farmers were
convinced it was just the thing thew
had been looking for, for low these
many years. They all pitched in to
give it push instanter, and we don't
intend to stop pushing till we gather
the golden harvests, we are con-
vinced it will bring to us, If we are
faithful and true laborers in its cause.
We have now over As members. and
some of the most intelligent of the
county, too-and they continue to
come to us, for the scales are falling
from many of their eyes With such
lighting material, and so worthy
cause, who will dare to dispute our
ground ? The PROGRESSIVE FARMER
is our standard; it ably and nobly rep
resents our cause, and we love to read
it. Ittells Us how we are trodden IN
the dust by dishonest and heartless
sharks, and prescribes remedy. Yes,
brother farmers, let US rally around
the standard of the Farmers Alliance.
whose motto is, "Live and let live.n
and fight for liberty and our rights.
1t behooves US, brethren, to enlist, all,
and come together and pull together
yes, and stick together to the end
in one common cause, to pull down
and destroy the trusts and combina-
tions formed against us by these
greedy and heartless millionaires, and
others of a kindred spirit, who feel
no remorse of conscience in taking
the last crumb of bread from the
mouths Of the fatherless, and widow,
for the sake of adding mite to their
millions. May the day be in the near
future when the farmers interests
shall be as truly represented in our
Legislative hallsas are the interests Of
the moneyed men to-day Then, and
not till then, shall we bea free people
getting just compensation for our
labor and our farm products. This
is what we want, what we ought to
have, and what we are going to have.
Let US all, brother farmers, put on
the whole armor and start at once in
that direction, and with iron nerve
bravely face the foe, contesting every
inch of ground; and if we are faithful,
my word for it, we shall go on con.
quering apd to conquer till the last
vestige of trust and combination is
swept into oblivion.
Fraternally yours,
THOMAS MEADs
The progressive farmer. [volume] (Winston, N.C.) 1886-1904, 1889-07-30
THE APPROACHING STATE
ALLIANCE.

PELHAM, N. c., July IL, '89.
Mr.. EDIToR:-I suppose there Is lit
tie doubt but that the Alliance, the
Wheel and other farmers organiza.
tions will be emerged into one order
or fraternity, at the next meeting Of
the national representatives; so the
State meeting, of the North Carolina
Alliance is important in that respect,
If no other; and as one who has had
experience, I think some advantage.
Gus changes could and ought to be
made in the machinery of the order
in regard to collecting dues and
making reports. Just what these
changes ought to be will suggest
themselves to the intelligent Alliance
man who has observed the cumbrous.
ness of the present system. And
again, the County Alliance system
ought to be improved or cut of. If
intended for success and to further
the interests of all, it must be practi-
cal; for instance, there is no necessity
for funds to accumulate in county treas
uries, and If it does accumulate there
it is only a question of time for
rottenness to appear; while on the
other hand it is highly important that
the subs accumulate and get strong
financially, y,-the richer the better. i
write these things that they may be
looked into; and, as strong, con-
scientious Alliance man, enlisted
right, !. e., determined to be governed
by the majority and work as > unit
We are doing pretty well, but let's
progress. That's the thing stay il
front Fraternally,
w. C s.
The progressive farmer. [volume] (Winston, N.C.) 1886-1904, 1889-07-30
5 SAMPSON COUNTY ALLIANCE
HORROR, N. Ct, July Is, ,89


HoBToN, n. c., July Is, '89
MR. EDIToR:-The Sampson County
Farmers Alliance st It's regular meet
ing convened in Clinton on the 5th
inst and elected the following officers:
w b. Stevens, President, r. NJ.
Grumpler, Vice president; w. s.
Craddock, Secretary; j. R. Beaman,
Sr., Secretary; g. A. Clute, Business
Agent; Street Brewer, Lecturer; J
3. Fowler, Assistant Lecturer; West,
ley Faircloth, Doorkeeper; Daniel
Villa, Assistant Doorkeeper; DIR.
G. w. Moseley, Chaplain; B. s.
Peterson, Sergeant-at-Arms; Messrs.
J A Oates, Sr., B. M Crumpler, NJ.
N. Killett, w K Pigford, and c. e.
Daniel, Exclusive Committee.
The Alliance endorsed the action
of the late Birmingham convention,
and resolved to expel any member
that uses any jute bagging, (provided
they can get cotton bagging), and
deny any Alliance representation who
fail 10 do the same Also q resolution
was passed to consolidate with all
similar orders; but opposed to raising
the initiation fee to SI50. A great
deal of other highly important busi
ness was transacted
On the 18th inst. Bro. Harry Tracy
delivered a most excellent Alliance
speech at Clinton, highly instructive
and entertaining Every Alliance
man should hear him. Quite large
crowd of them, as well as several
lawyers and merchants were present,
and what pity that every man and
woman could not hear him. His pri-
vate lecture in Atkins Hall was at
once magnificent, and every member
should endesvor to practice what he
told them. When outsiders and
croaking members say the Alliance
will fail, they don't know how badly
they are in error; because such an
idea is preposterously abused. If
every member would read the State
organ, they would more easily under
stand AIlianceism. It teaches scien-
tifc EARNING as plainly as it does
domestic and political economy, and If
they were prejudiced with anysman
or profession it would so enlighten
them that they would entertain bet
ter feeling toward their fellow man.
May peace and prosperity attend the
Alliance and kindred orders, and
then no one need fear for the safety
of this great Republic. If you and
the readers of The PROGRESSIVE
FARMER will excuse me for filing this
valuable space with my crude remarks,
will be obliged.
Fraternally,
w. j. CRADDoCK.
The progressive farmer. [volume] (Winston, N.C.) 1886-1904, 1889-07-30


guess we had better take thsm along
for fear we might tire on the way and
turn back. Just here I'll say that
some of the organizers OF this county
have failed to notify me OF their
work; so Ill ask them to please notify
me or request the Secretaries to do
SO as soon as any Alliance is organized,
that may send them supplies. I'll
also ask the Bro. Secretaries of this
county to please send in their reports
by the 18th of September. Long live
your noble paper and the Farmers
Alliance.
There will be called meeting of
Southampton County Alliance on the
9Th of August. w. w. ELLIS,
Secretary.
The progressive farmer. [volume] (Winston, N.C.) 1886-1904, 1889-07-30
FROM FENDER COUNTY.
BuaeAw, N. c., July Is, '89.

BURGAw, N. c., July Is, '89.
Mr.. EDITOR: ou will please allow
us small space in your much-appre-
ciated paper. Having learned through
your paper a week or two since that
Bro Harry Tracy would be with us
on the l5tn to deliver a lecture, the
news spread over the county that the
farmers of Pender county would meet
him here with our baskets filed, that
we could show to the anti.Alliance
men that we could spread o dinner
sufficient to feed all who might come
and partake with us.
Early in the morning they began
come in from every direction and by
10 o'clock the place was thronged
with people all anxious to know if
Bro Tracy was present. About half
past 10 o'clock, when everything
seemed to be in the best of spirits, we
received telegram from Bro. Tracy
saying he could not be with..us to-day,
bat will try and visit us soon. It is
useless to undertake to express the
disappointment of the people. How.
ever, we decided as we were all here
and rations too plentiful to take back
home to spoil on our hands, we would
all enjoy a good old Farmers Ali
ance dinner, which we did and don't
you forget it.
After dinner was over and each one
had taken glass of good, cold lemon.
ade, we called a meeting of the ALI
anSe, and the following resolutions was
unanimously passed:
Resolved, That whereas Brother
Harry Tracy could not address us to-
day for causes unknown to us, there
fore
Resolved, That we will be anxious
to hear him when he can come.
Yours fraterpally,
RoBT. /. DURHAM,
Sec. Pender Co. Alliance.
The progressive farmer. [volume] (Winston, N.C.) 1886-1904, 1889-07-30
THE BRETHREN IN RICHMOND
HoFFMAN. July II. ,89.

44OrE NAN y Nl1y
Mr.. ED1ToR:-At a meeting of
Hoffman Alliance, No. 324, for the
election of officers, Bro. s. G. Bill
Kingsley was elected President, Nd. l..
Morrison, Vice President; John
Wilks, Secretary and Thos. Butler,
Treasurer.
The meeting then went into the
consideration of the propriety of rails
ing fund for establishing aco-opera-
tive store which was favorably con-
sidered. We are all looking forward
for great good from the order, and
look with pride and satisfaction at
what we have accomplished already.
When the Alliance, while yet in its
infancy, can shake the foundations of
such monopolies as the bagging trust,
cause cheaper guanos and pro-
visions to be sold in even a portion of
our country, and is daily gaining
strength, we feel assured that the
time is at hand when the power Of the
Alliance will be felt for good. We
feel assured that there is an era draw
ing on us when the farmers will not
be looked upon as mere "hewers of
wood and drawers of water" but will
be recognized as an important factor
in our great commonwealth.
Yours fraternally
ALPHA.