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The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18
THINGS L SEE AND HEAR.


L hear that Representative Bush, of
Miller county, is in the race againt Jim
Griggs for solicitor-general. Mr.. Bush's
desire to succeed Mr.. Griggs is a highly
commendable ambition, but his candida
cy subjects his political acumen to the
suspicion of being decidedly below the
standard. Mr.. Griggs is not only popu-
lar in this circuit, but all over the state,
and certain defeat awaits his opponent
in a contest for soicitor-general ANY
man WHO defeats him will feel like rest
ing when he gets through with the job.
The court house commissioners are
again making an effort to sell the bonds,
so Chairman Cheatham tells me, and
they may surprise the public soon by
putting force of men to work ON the
new temple of justice. They are hust-
lers from taw, when they get started,
and they are about to start They have
been oiling the machinery so as to have
everything in good running order and
make through trip, and when the whis-
tie blows they will throw off the brakes,
pull the throttle wide open and 'let her
go, Gallagher
There is scarcity of chickens, eggs
and butter in the city. 1t seems that
our country friends have quit bringing
anything to market except cheap cot
ton. Almost anything would bring more
money now. 1t is getting time for back
bones, spare ribs and sausages to be ripe,
We hope they will not be so exclusive
with these reminders of cold weather
when they pull them.
Next Thursday, the Goth, will be
Thanksgiving Day The average'inhab-
liant is not inclined to be very thankful
this year. The panic has pierced to the
very bottom the public pulse, has felt it
with an iron hand, so to speak, and the
turkeys that are gobbling in the back
yards are stall-fed monarchs of those to
whom the hand of charity is extended
in courteous manner. This year has
been a hard one, but after all the Lord
has tempered "the wind to the shorn
lamb and we have much for which to
be thankful
regret to note the almost universal
depression prevailing among the people
The Gotten crop has fallen considerably
below expectations, and so has the price
This discouages the farmer, emparrasses
the merchant, and gets the guano agent
in trouble. But it is the opinion of
those who ought to know that very lit
tie cotton remains on the plantations
now, and that the price will certainly ad
vance mi a short while, when better
times may be expected. Let's all quit
looking so gloomy, cheer up and get
ready fnr Christmas
The circus has come and gone. The
elephant, monkeys, ponies, clown and
red lemonade were enjoyed by the usual
circus crowd, and especially by the chill
dren. The performances were well pat
ronized, and were creditable and enter
tanning exhibitions. The'entire compa-
ny were geutlemanly and well behaved
The large crowd i'll town was exceeding
ly quiet and orderly, and the police had
very little trouble.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18
JUST WALK OVER

to the bon >ton store of Mrs. G. L.
Mize, up stairs over Arthur, Critten-
den & Whitehead's for bargains in
pretty Hats She can please you in
STYLE and price.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18

Saturday Mr.. L. G Pinkston, mer-
chant at 'arrott, was closed by creditors.
Judge Query appointed Sheriff Dave
Christie receiver, and he now has charge
of the stock, and will close it out. The
liabilities are reported to be about $4,000
and the assets about 81 900.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18
LADIES',

If you want stylish Hat, you can
get one at Mrs. G. l.. Mics store tor
less money than it can be bought else>
where. Bargailsl Bargains! Come
and see for yourself,
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18
Corsets.

By far the most unique and
elegant assortment Of corsets
in Georgia. Can furnish any
size of the following makes !:
Thompson's Glove Fitting,
Kabo, r. & g., and P. d. in
blacks and whites. Full line of
nursing corsets.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18

The explosion Of a bomb
is not more sudden or unlocked for
than the attack of some malignant
disease which would not occur were
the blood in order. TO impure
blood is due a great variety Of Ills
that make life a burden.
III the gear round you may rely
upon DIR. Pierce's Golden Medical
Discovery to purify the blood and
invigorate the system It's not like
the sarsaparillas, that are said to be
good for the blood in March, April
and May The "Diseovery" works
equally well at all times, and in all
cases Of blood-taints, or humors, no
matter what their name or nature.
It's the cheapest bIood-purifier,
sold through druggists, because you
only pay for The good you get.
Your money is returned if il
doesn't benefit or cure you.
Can you ask more?
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18
II is Lowrey & Orr Again,

Mr.. J. w. F. Lowrey is in the
mercantile business again. He has
bought an interest in the firm OF Orr
Bros, who succeeded Lowrey q Orr
a few months ago. The firm is now
Lowrey q Orr, as it formerly was.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18

same prices.
A full and complete stock
of infants, children's and miss
es underwear at low and NOV
ing prices,
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18

Pianos, organs, violins, banjos, guitars
and other musical merchandise Sold on
on installment plan. Payments easy.
SALE, DAVIS DRUG Co.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18
.DTy Goods, Dress Goods, WRAPS, Motions, Shoes

and CLOTHING offered the Dawson Hundreds
VIII testify to this Our prices most
saguIne could expect competitors could hardly
Look at the prices of few of our leaders:
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18
Election Tickets.

Tickets should be ordered now for use
in the several districts that will vote on
the stock law question within the next
few days. Printed cheap at this Office.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18
FULTON'S BARGAINS.
For Sale.

One New Residence on Stonewall
street. Built in modern style, conven-
iently located and in very desirable
neighborhood. 1t has five rooms, four
fire-places, hall, front ane back verandas,
new fence, good well and garden. viii
sell at a bargain for cash,
J. A. FULTON.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18
Bargains! Bargains !

at Mrs. c. Il. Mics for you. Come
to see me, price my goods, buy a new
hat and go home happy, with money
saved
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18

When you want good whiskey or ice
cold beer, either bottle or on Graught
go to w. J. Hightower's, at l.. c..
Durham's old stand
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18

A new shipment of /. B. Seeleys Truss
es, shoulder braces, crutchS, etc. Best
Jruss on earth. Perfect fit. Webb truss
and pad, at Sale, Davis Drug Co.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18

A gold filled watch guaranteed for Is
years, can be bought of Barnes, the jew
eler, for $1,000. Call and see it.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18

The seeds by buyer while in the great
the East fell in good ground each and them
Veoped and Htured in the interest Of the wideawake trading
public The sowing extensive the reapn@ elaborate
varied and the harvest with proper VIII be mutdnous
and soustistyng lis sole carry stock goods
worthy OF your patronage and to offer them at prices that
merit your esteem and confidence.
We have the superb stock of
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18

Decidedly the handsomest novelties in
chairs and baskets ever seen in south
west Georgia at Orr Bros Going cheap.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18

Buy Che Eagle TIP School Shoe from
Turner & Melton.
400 bashels of Bancroft Seed Oats,
home-raised, for sale by Turner q Mel
ton.
Buy the Eagle Tip School Shoe from
Turner & Melton.
Bancroft Seed Oats, raised by BE.
Melton, for sale by Turner & Melton.
Turner & Melton sell the best shoes on
the market for the money. Try them
and be convinced
Hosiery equally as good as our shoes.
Can fit and give satisfaction in this line.
TURNRR & MELTON.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18

Jordan Bros. offer special bargains in
tinware and woodenware, as they want
to make room for their Xmas goods.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18

Chattanooga Cane Mills Kettles and
Evaporators. Car load just received.
For sale. wholesale or retail, by N.
T. lift u 90.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18
ANNOUNCEMENTS

] am candidate for reelection to the
office of Mayor, subject to democratic
nomination if one is held.
w r. CHEATHAM
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18

Sweet and sour keg pickles at Dur
hams.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18

A large assortment and of the latest
styles of bed room suites at Baldwin's.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18

Now IS the time to put in coalgrates.
You can find them at Baldwins.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18
SHOES.

Every one knows we "lead the
van" when it comes 20 shoes. Full
line OF Ladies' Misses, Children's and
Infants shoes. Prices way down and
quality way up.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18
FOR SALE.

All my Household and
Kitchen Furniture, together
with a fine Literary Library.
Call at my residence, last
house on Fourth Avenue to
the right, Mercerville. Terms
cash.
c. G.. WATTS.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18

The Surprise Store will sell you hand
some Overcoat for little money.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18

If you a pretty carpet or handsome
suite of furniture go to Orr. Bros
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18
our Very Best peooe

Confirm our statement when we as
that DIR. Ackers English Remedy is
in every way superior to any andally
other preparations tor the Throat and
Lungs, In Whooping Cough and
Group, it is magic and relieves at
once. We offer you a sample bottle
tee. RENDER, this Remedy is sold of
a positive guarantee by Dean & Davis.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18

A complete line of family groceries has
been added to l.. e. Durham's stock.
Goods delivered promptly anywhere in
the city.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18

Furniture, from the handsomest to
the cheapest at Orr Bros.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18

Cooking stoves, from the cheapest to
the best, at Baldwins.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18

The highest praise has been won by
Hoods Pills for their easy yet efficient
action. Sold by all druggists. Price %
cents per box.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18

Best shears and scissors, sold with a
guaranteed at BAdwin's.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18

A full and complete line of overcoats
at the Surprise Store.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18
Docs Protection Protect !

Certainly, in one instance, it does.
Hoods Sarsaparilla is the great protec-
ton against the dangers of impure blood,
and it will cure or prevent all diseases of
this class. 1t has well won its name Of
the best blood purifier by its many re-
remarkable cures.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18
FOR SALE.

l have for sale Que good family
horse and one young mule. Will
sell cheap. j. NJ. GRIGGS.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18

Jordan Bros. will sell you new coun
try syrup at 40c., New Orleans at soc.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18
Failure Of PARROT.

Jordan Bros. offer bargains in Heinz S
keg and bottle pickles.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18

Anew line of carpets and rugs at Bal.
OWNS.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18

You can buy the best WHISTLES at
Hightower's.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18

Buy the Eagle Tip School Shoe from
Turner q Molton
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18

For good overcoat go to the Surprise
Store.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18

just received new lot of clothing at
Baldwin's.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18

A fine line of table CUTLERY at Bald
wins
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18

The best razors in the market at Bald
wins.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18

A neat line of rocking chairs at Bald
wins S.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18

Els life worth livfng?n eThat
denends ON the li,er, DIR piarce,a
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18
CITY INTELLIGENCE.

Dried peaches at Durham's.
A->
Country Butter at Jordan Bros.
Trunks and alices at Baldwin's.
Onion sets, at Sale, Davis Drug Co.
FreshBread every day at Jordan Bros.
Guns, pistols and rifles at Baldwin's $.
Hot Tom and Jerry at McClelland's.
A neat line of rocking chairs at Bald
wins.
The best razors in the market at Bald
wins.
A fine line of table CUTLERY at Bald
wins
Anew line of carpets and rugs at Bal.
OWNS.
For a good overcoat go to the Surprise
Store.
just received a new lot of clothing at
Baldwin's
You can buy the best WHISTLES at
Hightower's,
A full and complete line of overcoats
at the Surprise Store.
Best shears and scissors, sold with a
guaranteed, at Badwin's.
Cooking stoves, from the cheapest to
the best, at Baldwin's.
Furniture, from the handsomest to
the cheapest at Orr Bros
If you a pretty carpet or handsome
suite of furniture go to Orr. Bros.
The Surprise Store will sell you hand
some overcoat for little money.
Now IS the time to put in coalgrates.
You can find them at BaldWin's
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18
Euervhodv Invited
TO THE PUBLIC.

to trade at Mics Book and Millinery
Store.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18

Buy the Eagle Tip School Shoe from
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18

Hot Tom and Jerry at McClelland's.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18

DAWSON VARIETY MF'G. Co.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18

ed Oats, raised by B. F.
lie by Turner & Melton,
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1891-11-18

Fresh Bread every day at Jordan Bros.
Guns, pistols and rifles at Baldwin's.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-11-23
SIZE GRAPPLED THE BURGLAR


Plucky Mrs.. ThursSon is Almost Muir
dered by NEGRO Housebreaker.
CHICAGO, Nov. 22-About l o'clock yes
terday morning Mrs. DR.. E. H. Thurston of
301S Indiana avenue was awakened by a
slight noise in her bedroom. Upon open
ing her eyes she saw big, burly negro stand
ing at her bureau quietly examining her
jewelry and other valuables. She watched
him for few moments and then jumped
from her bed and made q spring at the In
truder. She did not make any outcry, and
her husband. who was sleeping in an
adjoining room. was not awakened. The
negro sprang through the open door and
dashed down the stairway. Mrs.
Tho nton, with wonderful pluck,
not only followed him. but seized him BY
the hair when the dining-room was reached
and began to scream for help. The burglar
picked up heavy silver castor and began
beating her over the head, but she chung to
him, and had not DR.. Illusion been
awakened and come upon the scene the
brute would probably have taken the
woman's life. He sprang through a win
dow and made his escape, but not until a
brother OF the doctor had got good look
at him.
Late yesterday afternoon the police ar
rested Charles Johnson. a negro living at
1879 State street, and he was identified by
D.. Thurstons brother as the burglar and
would-be murderer.
Mrs. Thurston is lii a serious condition in
Consequence of her injuries aud the ner vous
shock to which she was subjected.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-11-23
CO1UMBIA'S CANAL.
It's Construction Commenced IN 1925
It's y ater POWER.

It's Construction Commenced IN 1925.
rs Water POWER.
CoLUxBIA. s. c., Nov. 22-The Columbia
canal. Al account Of the opening Of which
was telsgrsphei 70 the MORNING News
yesterday, was begun about the year 1926.
II was then s small affair about twelve feet
wide. Il came partially into use IN 1874
After the war IL was purchased by Gov.
SprAgue OF Rhode Island He went into
bankruptcy and t1e state took possession Of
the property. aud IL lS>2 began to complete
IL In 1851 the city OF Columbia secured
tie canal from the state. and SOD, 900 worth
Of bonds were Immediately hoeted and the
work Of coz leting It began
Capt. Byron Houey, the distinguished
New York engineer, whose successful con-
structioa OF the Augusta canal and other
important works, have gained him q high
reputation throughout the state, was
chosen supervising engineer.
The water power developed Is secured
through the diversion Of the waters Of
Broad river, a stream which may be relied
upon 70 furnishs upward Of 5000 cubic feet
OF water per second at all times. The diver
sion Is effected by the construction Of a
dam across said river at a point about two
miles above the city, and Of a canal with
the following minimum dimensions: Sur
face width, $50 feet; bottom width, ITO
feet, and depth 10 feet. The water is taken
into the canal from the pond formed by tae
dam, through series of bulk-head open
ings governed by slide gates operated by
machinery. In connection with the bulk
head masonry there Is constructed lift
lock, by means OF which boats ninety feet
long, fifteen feet wide and drawing five feet
Of water may be passed from the canal to
the pond above, or vice versa. The line of
canal follows along the high lands adjacent
TO the Broad and Congaree rivers for dis
lance OF about 81 miles, where it will
unite with the Congaree by means of a
series Of lift locks.
THE NATURAL FALL.
The natural fall between the location of
the dam and the final outfall Is 36k feet.
The canal will be able TO furnish Is, 900 net
horse power, the largest developed water
power in the United States.
The canal lock Is sixteen feet wide in the
clear acd ninety-1ve feet between the gates,
enabling boats with as large a carrying
capacity as $50 tons 20 pass in and out Of
the canal The masonry of the bulkhead
and locks is magnihcently constructed, and
is unsurpassed by any similar work Ia this
section Of the country.
The canal is now owned and will be op-
Grated by the Columbia Water Power Com
pany, the chief stockholders of which are
Massachusetts, and New York capitalists
and mill men. Several sites for factories
have already been contracted for, and the
canal company will Immediately begin the
erection Of 81, 000, 900 cotton mill on the
bank OF the canal
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-11-23
EoMANcE OF A VIRGINIA ESTATE.
Granted fer Bravery on Many Revo-
lutiouary Field of Rartle

lutionary Field OF Battle.
PARKERsBURG, ". Va. Nov. 22.-The
recording within the past few DAYS in
KAnawhs county Of two deeds for s2s ,7O4
acres Of land in this state recalls the Incl
dents In the life OF Gen Swan, whose lands
they were a century ago, and closes an
interesting series OF events. Gen. Swan
was q BOstoa merchant OF prominence
when the war Of American Independents
began and called him from his office 70 the
field He fought with such honor that be
gained the comme1dations OF Washington
and Lafayette and earned the title Of major
general
With the coming of peace and the debts
incident thereto Cen Swan again showed
his patriotism by giving most generously Of
ms property, beggarinR himself in so doing.
In return for this the House Of Burgessss OF
Virginia decided to him 9. 5000 acres Of
land in Virginia and Kentucky. part Of
which being in Lincoln, Logan, Mcdowell.
Mercer anu Wyoming counties Of what is
now West Virginia.
Gen. Swan then Conceived the plan OF
making of this wilderness one vast pleasure
ground. where be might end his DAYS amid
splendor tEst would rival that Of the east.
To carry out his project he went TO France,
and consulted with what nobility he had
acquaintance. Receiving the entree into
royal society, be induced its members 70
buy largely Of the stock he had issued for
his scheme. and mobiles. eerls aud dukes
rivaled each other in their liberal pur-
ctases
In the meantime dissipation brought to
Gen. Swan many creditors, aud be found
himself debtor 70 the amount of ), 000, 900
francs and without credit. His creditors
demanded a mortgage on his vast estates in
America, and when he refused they threw
him into prison, where fourteen years be
enjoyed luxury after luxury, until with
freedom be found himself friendless beg
gar upon the streets OF Paris. He soon died
tragic death. and when the ne VS. reached
this country the legislature Of Virginia ap-
pointed John Dumas of Philadelphia trustee
TO look after the interests of his French
heirs.
In 1885 Dumas died, having bardened the
estate for 81, 600, 900, and in addition allowed
1t to become forfeited 70 the state for taxes.
In 1855 Josiah Randall, father of Hon. Sam
uel J. Randall, was made trustee, and ten
years later, when he died, his son JOSIAH
vas appointed in his stead He proved a
failure, and in 1886 Z. G. Butterick OF
Charleston succeeded hun.
10 the meantime squatters had settled
upon the land, ana many conflicting claims
made it difficult for Butterick to bring mat
tiers 70 settlement. In June, 1889, how
ever, bis report was made 70 the United
States court in session here, and decree
was rendered directing John r. Read OF
Philadelphia 70 subject the lands to sale
The heirs we're the purchasers, aud the deeds
just recorded, after a century Of contention,
places the titles to the lands in new hands.
This territory is now being rapidly de-
veloped, and the dream Of Gen. Swan bids
fair TO be realized, though not in the way
he anticipated
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-11-23

the night sir-.-Cfod zho msts tie Eo-s5s
-s-of one bIood al ns.iocs-.-aupoiutei q
day On whica Re VIII judge the Eorldr-
raised hin from tie desd
As that night in Athens pat nv tirs5
had On my pillow, and the ezcirirE s>sues
Of the day pssssd through ny mind.
tbo1kat o. TIE sane subjscs on which IS q
boy l made ny commencement suesch II
Nl0lo's theatre On graduation day from
TIE View YORK I University, VIZ: The moral
ELECTS % SCI p-1re and arcbitsc.urs,H b1r
further than ! could have tho1Ent IN boy
hood, I f11uElt II Ath=ns thai night tina,
the moral elects OF architecture aid sculpt-
ure dspsod OF What you 60 u great buildings
after they are pul up. and upon tas char
acter q the ms7 whose forms you cut IN
the marble yea thought that night what
struggles tbs martyrs vent through IN order
thar ID cur tine tns gospel might have full
swing: and I thO1ght thss night what
brziny religion II must - that
could absorb 3 h=-o Ike HIN Ehorn we
have cOlsids7ed today. = man the superior
OF the whole human rscs. the iofdels bet
plguiss CT houuncUH compared with him;
and thought THAT = rzp.uro1s considsra-
ton il = thss through the same grace that
saved Paul re shall confront this great
apostle. and shall have the opportunity.
amid the fanIliarities Of the skies, Of asking
him what was the greatest occasion o. all
bis life De may say: 'Tbs shipwreck OF
Aelirs-n He may say. The riot a. Ephe-
s1s-" He may say: NY last EaIk out On
the road TO OstiAn BatI think he viii say:
The day ! stood on Mars Hill addressing
the indignant Areop2Sitss, and looking OF
upon the towering form Of the goddess
Minerva. and the majesty Of the PArthenoD,
and all the brillian. d whites Of the Acrop-
oils That account in the Bible vas true.
Ny spirit was stirred within ne when sew
the city wholly given up TO idolatry."