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The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1896-04-11

Miss Roman Dickson. of this city.
and DR.. j. p Pursell, Of Eeaston, were
married at noon Thursday at the home
Of Mrs. John r. Fordham. on Sander
son avenue. Rev. N. F. Stahl, Of the
Green Ridge Presbyterian church. Of
ficiated. The bridesmaid was Miss Ethel
Boies. and the ushers w. M. Franklin
and joseph Boies. Master Dickson
Kays and Mary Kays. were pages. Dr.
and Mrs Pursell will live at Easton.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1896-04-11

Henry Pennypacker entertained guests
about the rooms. The young ladies
who assisted in serving were Miss
Hunt. Miss Boies. Miss Smith. of Kings
The Scrantonians who attended the
ball given at Drifton Tuesday night By
DR.. George Wentz were. Mr.. and Mrs.
George B. Jermyn. Mrs. q. NJ. Hall
stead. DR.. and Mrs. John Wentz. Mrs.
Frank Spencer. the Misses Jermyn.
Mrs. F. Fl. Jer1nyn. Misses Dale. VIM
ton, SeybOlt. Bradley and Spencer, and
Messrs Wharton and Fuller.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1896-04-11

James Baxter Watson. of Jefferson
avenue. this city, was married at
Brooklyn. n. v, Wednesday to Miss
Sybil Morrison Aver. of that city. They
will be at home after May at 922 Pine
street. Mr.. Watson Is one of the force
of clerks at the First National bank.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1896-04-01
RICHARD R. MARLIN.

The present solicitor of the county
court, Richard R. Marlin, is native OF
Albany, Georgia, but waslreared in'Ala-
bama, having removed then when about
two years old. He was educated at the
public schools of Montgomery and the
University of Virginia, graduating from
that renowned institution in 1887. Four
years latter he came to Dawson, where
he subsequently studied law and was adj
mitted to the bar in 1891. He was APP
pointed by Gov. Atkinson last August
to succeed Judge Lang.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1896-04-01
plead the Legal Lights of Law
and Statute.
THE BAR OF DAWSON.
The Men who Constitute It and Play a
Leading Part in the Affairs of City
and County.

TO write history of the Dawson bar
would require detail outline of the
growth of the city itself, for Dawson
today is largely the product of the
brains and enterprise of its lawyers.
They have been first and foremost in the
work that has tended to lbuild the town
into progressive and rapidly growing
city.
At the Dawson bar have practic / son e
ofIthe most eminent lawyers in Georgia,
men who have adorned tie history of
the state, and whose names are house
hold words. OF the personnel of the
bar, which can be said to be comprised
in the most part of young men, which is
characteristic of all the professions in
this section, as a rule they ARE natives of
this state and are graduates of the recog-
nized legal institutions of America, and
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1896-04-01
c. G.. LEWIS.
General Merchandise. Cigars and Tobacco
A Specially.

General Merchandise. Cigars and Tobacco
A Speciality.
The attention of the reader is now
drawn to the mercantile establishment
of G. g. Lewis at the corner of Main
and Johnson streets, opposite Owens
& Gurr.
The business has been successfully
conducted by Mr.. Lewis for the past
two years and, to liberal but cOnserva-
tive business methods and desire to
treat each patron as friend may be
attributed his success. His stock con-
sists of every description of general
merchandise which he sell for strictly
cash and at cash prices.
During the summer months, Mr..
Lewis handles the bulk of the ice trade
and runs an ice wagon to all parts of
the city. Now that the heated term is
approaching be sure to place your or
der with @. g. Lewis if you want pure
ice at modern prices.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1896-04-01
JAMES g. pARKs

IA. a student by nature, cultivation and
S "TC' an indomitable worker in the
le both of thought and action. There
Parks. fsy VI anieS VI
ra after graduating from the Law De-
b a' SoI OF the University of Georgia,
snb 0osan the practice Of law in Dawson
w. %noIe ne has resided since childhood and
fn, o aag energy and prompt and care
hi. "S'entlon to alllbusiness entrustedEto
a e., nas built up Tsnumeratiye prac Ice.
bo Aow years after admission TO the bar.
s"ge' Tor several years in politics,
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1896-04-01
OWENS 4 GURR
MANUFACTURERS OF STRICTLY
HIGH GRADE BUGGIEs.
A HOME ENTERPRISE DESERVING OF
THE LIBERAL SUPPORT AND PAT
RoNAGE OF THE PUBLIC.

THE LIBERAL SUPPORT AND PAT
Ro1sAGE OF THE PUBLIC.
Among the most successful mercan-
tile establishments, and one which is
pointed out to the visitor OF stranger as
evidence of enterprise and perseverance
is the mammoth carriage manufac-
tory of Owens & Gurr located on Main
street one block south of Lee street
The building occupied is large mas
sive wooden structure covered with
corrugated iron which is used as a sales
room and for the manufacturing Of
first-class and high grade buggies.
Owens & Gurr enjoy a most extern
sive trade in their line which extends
throughout this section of the state
The firm is successor to j. r.. Mercer &
Co., and has been successfully conduct
ed under its present name for the past
two years. Six months ago the indi-
yidual members conceived the idea of
starting mandatory for first-class
buggies and almost Immediately mt
their plan into operation with results
that have been most hattering. Not
only have they succeeded in establishing
a good demand for their buggies but
have laid the foundation for a large
mandatory which will be bound to
grow as this rapidly developing eoun-
try increases in population.
The buggies manufactured by Owens
& Gurr are constructed of the best ma
terial, finished and polished in the
highest manner, equal to any man
ufactured in America, and are supe-
rior to the many of the so-called first
class buggies made in various parts of
the country, The individual members
of the firm are G. w. Owens and Y. Ed.
Gurr, both highly polished young men.
firm and reliable, and whose words are
as good as their bonds. Mr.. Owens has
resided in Dawson for the past four
years and for the greater part of his
life has followed merchandise broker
age. He is native of TazeweH. Geor-
gia, in which place he was born, reared
and educated. He came to this CITY
from Americas where he had previous
ly followed the merchandise brokerage
business. Mr.. Gurr was born and
reared in Bibb county Georgia, and
came to Dawson six years ago. He
was bookkeeper for the frm.of Melton
Brothers four years and held that po-
sltlon up the time in which he formed
the present partnership.
Owens & Gurr, besides their own make
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1896-04-01
OWENS & GURR's REPOSITORY.

of buggies carry other and cheaper
makes and also have a line of the Sum
merS buggies manufactured at Barnes
Vile, Georgia. They handle the ia
NOUS Studebaker and the Florence wa
CONS and carry large and fine assort-
ment of harness, saddles, robes, whips,
etc. They are headquarters for these
goods and sell cheaper than dry goods
merchants can buy. Owens & Gurr
also operate blacksmith and repair
shop and can make an old buggy new.
They employ ten men in the different
departments, all whom are first-class
and skillful workmen thus guarantee
ing the very highest grade of work.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1896-04-01
HON. j. ID. GUERRY.

hon. j. Id. Query one of the most
successful lawyers (both civil and crimi-
nal) In southwest Georgia and much
honored man, was born in what is now
I2ultman county, December, 18th, 1849
lie was reared upon farm and received
the rudlments of an education in his ma
tive county. In 1864 at the age of fif-
Teen he entered the confederate army and
served as a soldier boy during that year
ana 1865, Mr.. Query commenced the
study OF law AT Georgetown, Georgia
under Goneke & Query and on February
Ioth, 1868 WASH Omitted to the bar. He
commenced the practice of law in that
CITY where he remained until 1874 and
tnenzremoved to Dawson. Hisipoitical
career commenced in!18T0 in Quitman
county, where he was elected to the leg
stature from that county when few
Jays over twenty one of age. In 1880
was elected solicitor general for his cir
GuIt Oy the Legislature and reelected in
300 without opposition. He had also
oeeh mayor of Dawson prior to that
lime lnl8923 he was elected Judge of
Ire Superior court, Patula circuit.
oauge Query resigned the latter named
once that be might better devote him
J9t 10 MS profession. He is assistant
uI9slOn counsel of the Central Railway
; anu represents several large mercantile
.nsIltutiohs in this section. Judge Guer-
y nas attained more than an ordinary
HogFee OF success in the legal profession
S auu ranks among the leading lawyers of
southern Georgia,
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1896-04-01
B. S. MATTHEWS & co.
CARRIES A COMPLETE LINE OF BOOTS,
SHOES, HATS, ETC.

CARRIES A COMPLETE LINE OF BOOTS,
SHOES, HATS, ETC.
The gents furnishing business of b.
S. Matthews & Co. has been success
fully conducted for the past three
years and under the present firm since
January last.
This place is general headquarters for
gents furnishings, boots, shoes, hats,
etc, and being exclusive dealers in these
lines they are better able to supply the
wants of the trade. Their stock is one
of the largest and finest of an exclusive
house in this section of the state and
their store is a model of neatness.
BY devOting themselves to one ex-
clusivs line of trade B. s. Matthews
& Co. are enabled to carry better line
than other houses carrying many kinds
of stock, and to place their goods before
the public at prices that knock compe-
titi0n sky high.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1896-04-01
FRANK i. PARKS.

The barof Terrell county is composed
Of many young and successful a. torneys,
and among them is mentioned Frank L.
Parks, prominent young man and ] legal
light of.the county. Mr.. Parks was rear
ed in Dawson, is well known and stands
high both socially and in his profes-
sian. He stu1ied law with his brother,
James 6. Parks, one of the best known
attorneys. practicing at the bar Of Terrell
county, and was admitted to the bar May
1895 since which time he has been en-
gagged in the active practice of his
chosen profession. Office in Baldwin
Block.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1896-04-01
L. C. HoYL & SON.

The law firm Of Hoyl & Son is com
posed of L. g. Hoyl and L. C. Hoyl, Jr.
The senior member of the firm is ma
tive of Tennessee. 1t was there that
he studied law and commenced the prac-
tice of his profession. After serving a
short time in tie confederate army, he
came to DAVIS n where he has since re-
sided and practiced law.
His son, J.. C. Hoyl, Jr., is Dawson
boy, having been born, reared and partly
in this city. After attending the State
University at Athens young Boyl re-
turned to Dawson and began the study
of law under Hoyl & Parks, being adj
mitted to the practice in 1894 That
same year the copartnership now exist
ing was formed. AS attorneys they
both stand high in the profession and
enjoy the confidence'of the public.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1896-04-01
II. 0. CROUCH.
Dealer In Staple and Fancy Groceries,
Shelf Goods etc.


Shelf Goods etc.
Among those progressive industries
which characterize the growing opera
tons Of Dawson the grocery trade is
one of the mOst.important branches of
its commerce, there being a large
number of houses engaged in this line.
some of them of great magnitude.
OF these firms doing large business
may be mention particularly the house
of III. o. Crouch which dates its estab-
ment back to seventeen years ago. 1t
is located on Main street opposite the
post office where it has been for the
past sixteen years. The line of grocer
les carried is large and fresh, particu-
larly is this so of the magnificent line
of canned and shelf goods which cannot
be surpassed in the city. Mr.. Crouch
is thorough business man and not on
ly endeavOrs to but does meet any and
all competition in his line.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1896-04-01
THE CHEAP STORE.
The Cheapest Store in the city--G. V. Psoe
Manager.

The Cheapest Store in the City--G. v. Prce
Manager.
The above place has been established
since hast December, and started out ON
a .cash before delivery plan and their
success has been phenomenal. In self
defence, people are compelled TO buy
goods at this place. Stock is replen-
lshed every day and is bought from
houses that have collapsed, others that
will go down tomorrow and still Others
who throw out great sacrifices in the
vain hope to out live storm. That merit
and not favor, brains and not cheek.
pluck and not luck, cash and not credit
can build up a prosperous and success
full business has been.fully demonstrated
by this firm. Goods of. the highest
quality, prices the lowest of any, com
petition smashed with their sledge-
hammer quotations. The cheap store.
since its inception has gained foot
hold ON the trade i'm Dawson. The
stock carried is large and varied and
anything usually found in a first class
department can be found here from a
paper OF pins to the most useful article
needed in the household.
BY trading at the cheap store, YOU
are assured of the best goods
at the lowest prices, prompt
and courteous treatment. given to one
and all.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1896-04-01
J. G. PARKS & co.
The Leading Insurance Agency. Establish
ed Twenty ears.

Inc Leading Insurance Agency. Establish
ed Twenty ears.
The career Of a business firm is the
rule and standard by which the public
tests its capabilities and general worth.
When the progress of a firm has been
uniform and steady, it necessarily i'm
parts confidence and naturally attracts
its patrons from far and near. as in the
case of the above firm which by making
a constant study of how to faithfully
serve patrons has made an enviable
reputation and secured patronage
that is constantly increasing. This
agency was established in 1876 and
during that length of time it has paid
out in Dawson and elsewhere i'm south
west Georgia, thousands of dollars in
losses. With the oldest and largest
companies in existence and with many
years experience, this agency offer I'M
surpassed facilities to those desiring
the best and safest insurance against
loss by fire, storm or accident at fair
and reasonable rates. THE NEWS
prides itself in writing about just such
enterprising firms as this one, and
wishes for them continued and un-
bounded resources.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1896-04-01

in point Of ability, push and enterprise
compare fayorably with the profession in
the other states. Iu the active admins
tration of the local government and in
the moulding of public opinion the bar
of Dawson is an important factor.
The bar of this city is an able one, and
and its individual members are endowed
with generous feeling toward each 9th
er, and it may be said in truth that there
are few jealousies and an earnest desire
upon the part of every member to up
hold the honor and integrity of the le-
gal profession. A stranger is always
welcome and extended the right hand of
fellowship, provided he is worthy of a
position in the ranks
In the following will be found men
far and widely known; Others who are
yet young In the profession. They are
all men well-known for their good citi-
zenship, and it is with pride that the
people p int to them a. citizens and as
men.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1896-04-01
Clothing.

Ready. made Well and fashion,
"O"UJ muUO ably dressed men
and tn order take time by the
"nu W VluOl forelock and pick
out their spring suits as soon "a the
new stntfs begin to arrive, A large
lot of stylish and well-made suits Just
from the factory. and marked at fig
ures that will justify you to buy. /
also req resent some OF the best tail
oring establishments in the United
States. The colorings, patterns and
prices are attractive,
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1896-04-01

The experience of Geo. A. Apgar, of
German Valley, N. j., ia well worth re-
membering. He was troubled with
chronic diarrhoea and doctored for five
months and was treated by four different
doctors without benefit. He then began
using Chamberlain's collie, cholera and
diarrhoea remedy, OF which one bottle
effected permanent cure. For sale BIZ
Farrar & Farrar, druggists, Dawson, and
DR.. 81. A. Wall, druggist, Brentwood.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1896-04-01

of the University of Georgia taking a
mixed course. Judge Laing then taught
school in Florida few years and then
engaged in mercantile and other persuits
in Dawson. He commenced the study
of law in 1888 AMI the following year
vas admitted TO the bar. He served as
solicitor of the county courts for littleIov-
er two years and last August was APP
pointed judge of the. county courts by
Gov. Atkinson, NJ
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1896-04-01
AT THE SHRINE OF JUSTICE

having been twice elected without opuo-
sition as state senator from this district.
Since retiring from that office, he has
eschewed politics and devotes himself
wholly to the duties of his profession.
Mr.. Parks is POLISHED gentleman, "a
progressive citizen and is up and ready
at all times to encourage any enterprise
that tends to help Dawson, his favored
city.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1896-04-01
The Evolution

Of medicinal agents is gradually rel
egating the old-tIme herbs, pills,
draughts and vegetable extaets to the
rear and bringing into general use the
pleasant and effective liquid laxative,
Syrup of Figs. To get the true remedy
see that it il manufactured by the Calf
fornia Fig Syrup Co. only. For sale by
all leading druggists.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1896-04-01
Glddness Comes

NTH better understanding of the
w transient nature of the many phys
zeal ills which vanish before proper eff
forts gentle efforts pleasant efforts
rightly directed. There is comfort in
the knowledge that so many forms of
sickness are not due to any actual dis
ease, but simply to constipated condi-
ton of the system, which the pleasant
family laxative, Syrup of Figs, prompt
~ removes. That is why it is the only
remedy with millions of families. and is
everywhere esteemed so highly by all
who value good health. Its beneficial
effects are due to the fact, that it is the
one remedy which promotes internal
cleanliness, without facilitating the
organs on which it acts. tits therefore
all important, in order to get its bene-
fetal effects, to note when you pur-
chase, that you have the genuine article,
which is manufactured by the California
Fig Syrup Co. only, and sold by all rep
utable druggists.
II in the enjoyment of good health,
and the system is regular, then laxa-
tives or other remedies are not needed.
II afflicted with any actual disease, -
may be commended to the most skillful
physicians, but if in need of laxative,
then one should have the best, and with
the weu-informed everywhere, Syrupof
Figs stands highest and is most largely
used and gives most general satisfaction.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1896-04-01
JUDGE J. A. LANG.

The subject of this article, Judge J
A. LANG is Terrell county boy where
he was born, reared and educated. At
ter leaving the public schools of DAVIS on.
he attended the agricultural department
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1896-04-01

A little i'll, then little pill. The i'll
Is gone, the pin has won. DsWitt's
Little Early Risers the little pills that
cure great ills. SALn-DAvIs DRUe Co.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1896-04-01
Shoes
For Men, Women and Children.

All of the best makes and newest
styles. Quality and price Cannot
be matched. Our leaders are Weyl-
mans Oxford Ties and j. A. Smiths
slippers. To wear them once is to
wear them always,
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1896-04-01

Try can OF Hopkins Steamed Homi-
ry (Hulled CORN. It is delicious.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1896-04-01

RaBsOn's Lsver A'islS & TomAc pease9a
are Perfect Treatment for Causkipasi8n
and Biliousness. 80 On@ SIN aoam.
The Roanoke daily times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1895-1897, 1896-09-01
FATAL EXPLOSION

Chester, Pa, August 81 An explosion
of dynamite on barge ut Schooner Ledge,
in the Delaware river, this afternoon
killed George Jones, of Sault Ste Marie,
Mich, and seriously injured Sidney Neff,
of Detroit, and Owen Finlin, of Camden,
y. j. The defamation of charge which
had been exploded under water caused n
package of dynamite in Jones hand to
explode. One of his arms was blown OFF
and his body was horribly larcerated.
Nef was cut and bruised so badly that
he may die. Finlan was able TO go home.
The Roanoke daily times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1895-1897, 1896-09-01
THIEVES ARE ACTIVE.

Cleveland, o., Aust 31.-The gang of
thieves which had followed the Bryan
party through New York State took adj
vantage of the stop in Ripley to do a
clever streak of work. There is small
bank in the town, n branch of f. \. Shin
ner's First National Bank of Westfeld
The bank clerks rushed to the font door
to sees the parade pass and in the mean,
time the thieves slipped in at back
window and made away with all cash in
sight, which amounted to about $500.
The Roanoke daily times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1895-1897, 1896-09-01
SEEING is BELIEVING!
TALK is CHEAP!

j. K Rogers Il 70. are now moving their stock,
consisting OF pianos, organs. small instruments
and musical instruments and musical merchan-
disc, together with their stock OF books station
cry and fancy goods. to their new store, No II
Jefferson street. This room wac formerly occu-
pied by Brown II Johnston, hardware dealers,
and has undergone general ovcrhauling, max
ing II one OF the hAndsomcst rooms In the city
We propose to stock IL with line OF goods that
will demand your attention and admiration, and
with low prices will likewise demand your
patronage. We have just received a great num-
Der of pianos. which will be placed on exhibition
Have also added everything to complete our
stationery department. Especially do we call
your attention to our school books and supplies
You will need them. Give a call. Do you
need guitar, mandolin, or anything in the small
instrument line? Will save you money Call for
cur long list OF popular copyright music. We are
selling IL at SO per cent discount Some rare
bargains in second hand pianos and organs. We
guarantee to undeIsel Ony one, according to the
grade and quality. BE sure to US before buy-
ing plano or organ. Perhaps your friend has
already purchased from and can tell You about
US and our goods Remember, we viii be open
September 3D. at No. II Jefferson street.
The Roanoke daily times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1895-1897, 1896-09-01
MAKING BRICKS WITHOUT STRAW
MIR. BRYAN MAKES a SPEECH AT
TOURGEE'S HOME.

He Says Whenever We Suppress Our
Conscience and Ignore the Results
Arrived at by Our Own Judgment in
Order t. Stand in With the Party We
Do Ourselves an Injustice and Ignore
Our Obligations as Citizens-He He'd
Il Large Audience.
The Roanoke daily times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1895-1897, 1896-09-01
A DEMONSTRATION At CLEVELAND
MIR. BRYAN SPEAKS TO OVER
10000 PEOPLE.

He Receives Most Enthusiastic Greeting
in the Ohio City and Makes Three
Speeches to Tremendous Crowds
There is Evidently Big Silver Senti.
ment in That Town, and the Majority
of His Audiences Were Workmen-He
Spoke on Finance.
The Roanoke daily times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1895-1897, 1896-09-01
Ii HUNG Chang At West POINT
ON HIS TRIP BY
GEN. GRANTS son.

The Distinguished Chinaman Would Not
Go Ashore Because it Was Raining.
He Seems to be on an Investigating
Tour, as He Asks Innumerable CUES
tions and is Intensely Interested by
All He Sees-Will Plant Tree at
Grants Tomb.
The Roanoke daily times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1895-1897, 1896-09-01
The new YORK GOLD DEMOCRATS
THEY HOLD y STATE CONVEN-
TION AT SYRACUSE,

And Repudiate the Chicago Convention
and Nominees and Platform-They
Score Mr.. Bryan as a .Revolrtionist,
and Declare That Every Speech He
Makes is Fired With Inhammatory
Appeals to the Poor Against the Rich
The Pletform.