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The Bolivar bulletin. (Bolivar, Tenn.) 1888-1946, 1899-12-15
Corporal Mcdaniel Returns
from the Philippines.

Corporal Ernest Mcdaniel, of the
First Tennessee Regiment, arrived
in Bolivar Friday, enroute to the
eastern part of the county to visit
his father, Rev. c.. C. Mcdaniel,
aud other relatives. He remained
here only a short while and was the
center of attraction and the recip-
lent of congratulations from many
friends. He is enjoying splendid
health and is delighted to get back
home.
The regiment to which Corporal
Mcdaniel belonged, during its
twelve months stay in the islands,
was principally on guard duty in
and around Iloilo, but it saw active
service at least on one occasion,
when the boys from the Volunteer
State displayed such CALAMITY as to
merit and receive special mention in
reports to the war department at
Washington.
The following notice in regard to
Corporal Mcdaniel we reproduce
from the Commercial Appeal Of
December Sth:
Que of the most eVpntful DAYS of
be First rennessee's campaigning
Nas September Is. the last day of
their duty in the Island. A detach-
ment of five men was stationed on
tuty at block house, commandir4
ne outposts of Iloilo. Corporal
Mcdaniel was in command of the
guard A body of insurgents, $50
strong, attacked the block house
and kept up such furious fire upon
it that the soldiers could not hear
each other above theincessant rattle
Of the bullets on the tin roof and
against the sides of the house
During this fusillade Corporal Bull
lington left the fort to go to break
fast. When he had reached the
bank of stream about fifty yards
distant he was met by a shower
of bullets and fell. After the firing
ceased the body of Corporal Bull
lington was seen OH the bank Of the
river, exposed to the fire of the
enemy. Corporal Mcdaniel left the
block house and went literally into
the very muzzles of the enemy's
guns, picked up the body of his
dead comrade and bore it on his
shoulders back to the fort. During
the time of leaving the fort until
his return Mcdaniel was exposed
directly to the fire of the enemy,
and when he reached the body of
Corporal Burlington he was in a
stones thrown of the enemy. For
this act Mr.. Mcdaniel was given a
corporal's stripes when he returned
to camp, and was also awarded a
certificate of merit by congress and
the president for gallantry in action.
The Bolivar bulletin. (Bolivar, Tenn.) 1888-1946, 1899-12-15
Ia Me2nOrjO11I.

On December eth, 1899, death entered the home
of j. E. Mashburn and claimed as his victim the
aged mother and gran mother, Mrs. Mary Webb,
in the Seth year of her age.
Mary Erving was born in Onslow County, n. c.,
where she resided until she arrived the years OF
womanhood. She was united in marriage while
quite young to REDEEM Mashburn, and after
moved TO Tennessee, settling near Middleton Har-
deman County. Nine children were born to them,
the husband dying previous to the birth of the
youngest child. She afterwards married Pryor
Webb, and moved near Bolivar, Tenn. This union
was blest with three children thus making her the
mother OF twelve children. OF these only five
vve-J. Z. and Reden Mashburn, Hardeman Co.,
Tenn. J. A Mashburn, of Gully, Ark; B. F
Mashburn and Mrs. Susan Jones, Of Tex She saw
her second husband laid rest in 1879 afterwards
making her home with her children, sta ing prin-
cipally with j. Z. Mashburn she retained her
activity and energy to unusual age, paying her
children III Texas visit in her S4th year. she
a member of the Baptist Church, and her hospita-
ble home was always great resort for the preach
ers She loved to hear the gospel and to join in the
worship OF her savior; but the growing infirmities
of old age prevented her regular attendance at
church late years. Her last illness of years
duration and her sufferings were intense, yet she
bore them with christian fortituds and patience,
welcoming death a sweet relief from suffering
and care The summons to "come up higher"
found her ready and waiting. In her death is
sust aimed the loss of a good mother and grand
mother, loving friend and noble christian wO-
man. May her mantle of usefulness fall on some
younger one of us.
Her remains were inferred at Oak Hill Cemetery,
Dec Sth, Rev. [. A. West conducting the funeral
services.
We will miss her sadly, yet know our loss is
her gain, for taught that precious in the
sight of the Lord is the death of his saints" We
sorrow not as those who have no hope
"a precious one from us is gone,
A voice We loved is stilled;
place is vacant in our home,
That never can be filled"
4 GRAND CHIp.
The Bolivar bulletin. (Bolivar, Tenn.) 1888-1946, 1899-12-15
DicksOn-BrOwn.

On last Thursday evening, at the
home of Mr.. and Mrs. Z. L. Crowell,
w. A. Dickson, of this city, and
Miss Georgia Mai Brown, of Vildo,
Tenn. were united in marriage. The
ceremony occurred at eight o'clock
and Rev. J. Fred Jenkins, of the
Baptist Church, officiated. Miss
Buena Crowell played the wedding
march, Miss Ruth Warme acted as
bridesmaid and Harry Walstead as
groomsman. Congratulations hav-
ing been received, the company adj
journed to the dining room and par
took of an elegant wedding supper,
after which they gathered in the par
lor and a very enjoyable evening
was spent. The young couple were
the recipients of many beautiful and
useful presents, thus evidencing the
esteem in which they are held.
The groom is the eldest son of Mr..
and Mrs. T. 8. Dickerson, who re-
moved from this county several
years ago to Whiteville, Tenn. Will
returned to Storm Lake about two
years ago and has since resided here.
He is young man of sterling quail
ties, industrious and ambitious and
will make his mark in the world.
While little is known here of the
bride, we learn that she is a young
lady possessing all the virtues, high
ly accomplished, and well worthy
to fill her new position.-Buena
Vista Qowa) Vidette.
The Bolivar bulletin. (Bolivar, Tenn.) 1888-1946, 1899-12-15
ST. Katharine News.


Miss Minnie Nicely will leave for
Memphis Monday with Miss Lizzie
Wettlen, who goes home for the
holidays.
Mrs. J. Bowden, of Water Val
ley, Miss, arrived Thursday morn
ing. She will leave Friday for Ma
poleonsville, Miss, with her grand
daughter, Miss Henrietta Bowden.
A delightful program of piano
and vocal music was rendered by
the mbers of the Musical Re-
search Club last Friday night at St.
Katharine's School, the occasion
being the first concert of the year
given by the Club. The Instrument
al numbers were without an excep-
ton remarkably well executed and
left with the listeners the feeling
that both teachers and pupils were
in sympathy with the beauty and
poetry that existed in the mind of
the composer. Each of the songs
was well received, but FLUSH, My
Little One" by Miss Rather, evok-
ed storm of applause, which ceas-
Ell only when the Dung lady again
appeared and completely captiYated
The audience by singing in her most
bawitching manner of ,'Ye Birth OF
Ye Modest Blue VioIets." The
solo, % Fair, 0 Sweet and Holy"
BY Miss Mary Burnett, was also
greeted by such round OF clapping
as is seldom heard even in the old
Study Hall. Her encore was of
''Pretty, Blushing Roses, f" whose
bushes, however, were quite equal
ed by the cheeks of the little lady.
The Bolivar bulletin. (Bolivar, Tenn.) 1888-1946, 1899-12-15

Mrs + \ Prewitt, of Hickory
Valley, is visiting her cousin, Mrs.
c. Rose, on North Royal St. -
Jackson Wing.
All kinds of Fir, Works for
Christmas at Brewer, Ma
con & Co.'S.
Within the past three months,
from September LIST, to December
LIST, r. Z Rose, of Hickory Valley,
bought 1918 bales of cotton.
You will be astonishpd at
the beautiful CHRISTMAS
GOODS, so CHEAP, at Hud-
sons.
We understand that Mr. George
Webb has sold his interest in
the mercantile business at White
willie 10 his brother, Mr.. Munroe
Webb.
Go to w. j. Redd & Son 5
for Cabbage, Potatoes, On
ions. Dried Fruits, Canned
Vegetables, etc.
Mr.. Oscar Smith and family
moved last week to Mr.. T. l.. Am.
mons residence in East Bolivar,
recently vacated by Rev. Mr.. JOr.
dan.
Seddens & Co. have for
sale an immense stock of
Wines, Whiskies, Brandies,
etc, from the most reputable
vineyards and distilleries, at
the very lowest prices.
Mr.. William L. Myrick, of
Fulton, Tenn, a notice of whose
death appeared in the Commercial
Appeal of December 18th, was a
brother OF Mrs. 5. J. Mask, for.
mer resident of Bolivar.
The Bolivar bulletin. (Bolivar, Tenn.) 1888-1946, 1899-12-15
Malaga Grapes, Celery an
CranberrieS at
CT. Ingram & Co.'S.

Col. John r. Mckinnie, while
bird hunting near Hickory Valley
recently, in attempting to jump a
ditch, placed too much weight on
his left foot and broke one of the
ligaments. He was on crutches for
several days, but is greatly improv-
Ell and ready for another hunt.
Seddens & Co. invite the
public to call on them when
i'm need of Wines, Whistles,
Brandies, etc. They guaran~
tee courteous treatment, low
prices and satisfaction.
On Friday, the 18th inst, the
pupils of Miss b. g. Smith, of St.
Katharine's, will give a Recital,
consisting of piano and violin mu-
sic. reritations, etc. The friends
of the school are cordially invited
to attend. Commences at 100 pm.
The Bolivar bulletin. (Bolivar, Tenn.) 1888-1946, 1899-12-15
Public Sale.

The Road Overseers of the 9th
civil district of Hardeman County
are hereby notified to deliver all
tools in their charge, belonging to
the public roads in said district, to
me at Bolivar, on Saturday, Dec.
23rd, at which time they will be
sold to the highest bidder. The
list of tools includes road scrapers,
long handled shovels, picks, etc.
w. p. NUCKoLLs,
d22. Road Com. 9Th Dist.
The Bolivar bulletin. (Bolivar, Tenn.) 1888-1946, 1899-12-15
/ B0li7ar BQIlGtil
| Year a sonn n. a.I r., 19'''- { 81.
Courier Journal

We carry in stock the fol-
lowing brands of Whistles,
which we will sell at low
prices: l. w. Harper, Old
continental, Canada Rye, Old
North Carolina Corn, Old
Rye, 80 Bourbon, and other
brands. Send in your jug
and have it filled.
SEDDENs & Co.
The Bolivar bulletin. (Bolivar, Tenn.) 1888-1946, 1899-12-15
We are overloaded on
Flour. Buy while it is cheap.
CT. Ingram & Co.

Mr.. Duryea, of New York, ar
rived last week at Hickory Valley,
accompanied by a number of friends,
" HON ne is royalty entertaining at
his palatial residence in the suburbs
of the latter city. We understand
the gentlemen are enjoying splendid
sport hunting quail, turkey, rabbits
aud other members of the feathered
and fur tribe that abound in the
neighborhood.
Complete line of Staple and
Fancy Groceries always in
stock at lowest prices.
BREWER, MACON q Co.
The Bolivar bulletin. (Bolivar, Tenn.) 1888-1946, 1899-12-15
The Bolivar Bulletin.
LOCAL..
"Xmas Trix" at HudsOn's.

"Xmas Trix" at Hudson 5.
AR KNOX Tate, Jr., is at home
to spend the holidays.
See!-Cox's Xmas Toys.
&C. T. Ingram and son. George,
visited Memphis Monday.
Cox's for Toys! Toys! Toys!
Miss Annie McMaster visited
relatives in Medon Sunday.
Don't fail to go to Cox's.
-Pitser Miller returned Saturday
from a business visit 10 Arkansas.
Toys, plentiful, beautiful
and cheap at Hudson's.
Miss Ora Moore, of Augustus,
after a weeks visit returned Monday.
Best Roasted Coffee in
town at w. j. Redd & Sons.
Mr.. Will Thompson. of dis
trict No. 4, was III the city Sunday
See uudson's up-to-date
line of Holiday Presents.
Mrs. NJ. P. Tate left Saturday
on a visit to relatives at Helena,
Ark.
Anything from a one cent
doll to Il $50 Music Box can
be found at COx's.
The rain fall Sunday evening
and Monday morning last amounted
to 2.33 inches.
Currants, Raisins, Prunes,
Cocoanuts and Chocolate at
Brewer, Macon Z Co.'S.
Mr.. Henry Brewer and wife
are occupying the MeCarley resi-
dence in East Bolivar.
CoX's Drug Store, as usual,
is headquarters for Santa
Claus. y present for all.
Our good friend, Mr.. Nat Hud-
dlestoE, Of the 18th District, was in
TO see US Thursday.
A select assortment of Hall
and Parlor Hanging Lamps
at COX's. Call and see them.
-Messrs. r. J. Casselberry and
II. B. Wynn, of Whiteville, were
in the city Wednesday.
Fancy and Stick Candies,
fresh and cheap, at Brewer,
Macon & Co.'S.
Mr.. T. D. Newbern, wife and
little daughter, Mary, will leave
Sunday evening for Memphis.
The largest display If Hol-
ldav Goods ever shown III
Bolivar at W. j. COX's.
Mrs. Pitser Miller, Jr., has
painted China, suitable for Christ
mas gifts. For sale al Palrick's.
Apples, Oranges, Bananas
and Fruits of all kinds cheap
at Brewer, Macon & Co.'S.
-MessrS y. r. Smart, a F.
StinSou aud c. ~. Tipler, Of Grand
Junction, were q the city Tuesday
on bush eSS.
The Bolivar bulletin. (Bolivar, Tenn.) 1888-1946, 1899-12-15
Just Received,

A large lot of Oranges,
Apples, Cocoanuts, Candles,
Nuts, Raisins, Cranberries,
Currants, Mince Meat, etc.
Get our prices before you
buy. w. j. REDD & Son.
Cumberland Tel. No. z.
The Bolivar bulletin. (Bolivar, Tenn.) 1888-1946, 1899-12-15

My immense assortment of
Holiday Goods is now on ex-
hiuitiOn on our first floor.
Everybody, both young and
old, cordially invited to call
and look through.
w. j. Cox.
The Bolivar bulletin. (Bolivar, Tenn.) 1888-1946, 1899-12-15
If you want sOmethin
good to eat 60 to
CT. Ingram & Cos.

Judge JAS Fentress and wife,
of Chicago, were in the city this
week. The Judge is recovering
from an accident which recently
befell him in Chicago. He was
knocked down by cable car, badly
bruised and was compelled to re-
main in bed for several weeks. HIS
injuries, while painful, were, for
tuuately, not serious.
No special prices, but ev-
cry article a bargain at Brew
er, Macon e Co.'S.
On account Of meeting of
Southern Educational Association,
at Memphis, Dec. 27.29. the l. G.
Railroad will sell round trip tickets
at rate of one fare, plus $500.
Tickets on sale Dec. 25th and 26th,
limited to return Jan. 8th, 1900.
The $500 additional is for mem
bership fee.
The Bolivar bulletin. (Bolivar, Tenn.) 1888-1946, 1899-12-15
L NtL'F J''...t7 VI NJ
Rice fOt one dollar.
CT. Ingram & Co.

On account Of the Christmas
aud New Year Holidays, the /. G.
RaiIroad will sell round trip tickets
at rate of one and one-third fare.
Tickets will be sold only on Dec.
p. %, "a, % and 81, 1899, and
Jan. l, 1900, limited TO JAM, 1900,
The Bolivar bulletin. (Bolivar, Tenn.) 1888-1946, 1899-12-15

Eo Cure -ag-1Ppe Ia Two Days
Take Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. All drug
gists refund the money If it fails to cure E. ".
Groves signature on every box. 25c.
The Bolivar bulletin. (Bolivar, Tenn.) 1888-1946, 1899-12-15
CT. Ingram & Cos.

We return thanks to the com
mittee, Messrs. A. Kahn, P. n.
Stuart and G.. IL. ElIiotte, for an
invitation to a fancy dress ball, to
be given at the Bolivar Hotel,
Tuesday evening, Dec. Goth.
The young and old, the
small and large, the poor
and rich, can all find Pres
ents to suit their purses at
Hudson's.
j. w. Wilkes, of Whiteville,
killed two hogs last week, twelve
and eighteen months old, the former
weighing 40, the latter 555 pounds.
They were of the Polan China breed.
Can anybody in Hardemun County
beat this record?
The Bolivar bulletin. (Bolivar, Tenn.) 1888-1946, 1899-12-15

Rev. G.. W. Wilson will preach
in the Methodist Church next Sun
day morning and evening. Quarter
ly Conference Monday morning at
s o'clock.
Get your Christmas Hat at
Bennett & Blacks and save
money.
We are glad to state that Esquire
W. Z. +. Thompson, who has been
quite sick recently at the residence
of Mr. r. \. Mitchell, in Bolivar,
is much better.
The Bolivar bulletin. (Bolivar, Tenn.) 1888-1946, 1899-12-15
Buy your Citron, Raisins
and Culrants for your Fruit
CT. Ingram & Co.

Mr.. and Mrs. J. I. Hulse left
Tuesday morning for Middleton,
where they will spend the winter.
Bolivar has lost substantial citizens
in their departure.
Our goods are always
fresh ay3 IF the hest quality.
Give "a T. ;.Iat.
w. =. Redo & Son.
Oscar Pepper and Paducah Club
Whistles, two of the leading
brands manufactured. For sale
by r. NJ. REDFEARN, Coates
Block, Bolivar, Tenn.
ADDles. ORANGES Candies
The Bolivar bulletin. (Bolivar, Tenn.) 1888-1946, 1899-12-15

All Of these goods uptoda and late STYLE and the CROWN
ali they bought below the present wholesale price
who you are where you i've how much how little money
there place where your dollars viii do you much tn
do YOU at
The Bolivar bulletin. (Bolivar, Tenn.) 1888-1946, 1899-12-15

Apples, Oranges, Bananas
and Fruits of all kinds cheap
at Brewer, Macon & Co.'S.
-MessrS y. II Smart, a F.
StinSou aud G. ~. Tipler, Of Grand
Junction, were q the city Tuesday
on bush esS.
The Bolivar bulletin. (Bolivar, Tenn.) 1888-1946, 1899-12-15

My third floor is filled with FURNITURE, including
baby chair to bed suit. you need anything in
on me. My prices will astonish you.
The times., 1899-01-26
Big PURSE OFFERED
FITZ and SHARKEY
LenOX Club Will Give $4,000
for a Fight.
The Former to Get $40. 600 Whether
He Wins or Loses.
Tom O'Rourkc Rendy With All Kinds
of Money 10 Back the sailor
An IItimatum.

New York, Jan. 25.-Bob Fitzsimmons is
not coming East TO make match with
Sharkey or JeTries just yet. Fitz is still
in Detroit punching the bag and telling
what he Will ultimately do to his rivals.
Meanwhile Sharkeys manager, Tom
O'Rourke, has decided to make state
ment regarding the Cornishman. and also
promises that in future he Will keep his
peace This O'Rourke said to a reporter
tonight:
Il have come TO the conclusion not TO
waste any more time arguing with FitZ-
simmons. II he really wants to fight Shar-
key, here is his last chance. II Fitz, in
side of two weeks, can find a reputable
club in which the bout can take place
Sharkey will meet him in a twenty-five
round bout. the winner 10 take all. II
Fitz cannot locate a battle-ground the
Lenox Athletic Club will offer $4,000 in
cash for the bout.
THE club will also guarantee TO pay
$4,000 TO Fitzsimmons, win or lose. ],
personally, will wager FitZsimmons or Ju-
lian, or both. $4,000 or more that Sharkey
will win. ! will also wager 81 coo or 81. 500
with Fitzsimmons or Julian, or both, that
the fight does not last ten rounds. The
only condition / win name is this: Fitz-
simmons must post s. 600 in cash as a
guarantee that he will fight on the level
and not fake, the referee, whoever he may
be. or the newspapers, 10 judge. We viii
post a like forfeit under similar conditions.
Whenever Fitzsimmons shows that he
means business in making a match with
Sharkey / will cover his $500 forfeit with
cold cash. Sharkey can beat Fitzsimmons
and he's got plenty of money behind him
that says so. Money, by the way, can
sneak many languages"
The times., 1899-01-26
RACING MEN ORGANIZE.
}. ID. LnsIey II Member of the Board
of Control.

New York. Jan. 25.-J. D. Lasley, of
Washington, d. c., was elected a member
OF the board of control of a new organiza-
tion here today as the result of the dissat-
isfaction with the L. a. W. methods. He
will represent what is known as District
c. His other associates Will be: District
Il, W. W. Wilson. Buffalo; District d,
George L. BAIL. Jacksonville; District E,
s. a. Miles, Chicago; American r. c. L.,
Tom Cooper.
The wheelmen. who are not satisfied with
the l.. A. W. methods of running the rae
ing game, assembled in force at the Fifth
Avenue Hotel. The object of the meeting
was 10 perfect an organization, to be known
AT the National Cycling Association, in the
interest of bicycle racetrack owners race
promoting clubs, and racing men. The
roll-call was responded TO by large rep
resentation from the cycling organiza-
tions.
The significance OF the meeting hinged
on the action of the Manhattan Beach man
agement, as it was understood that many
minor promoters would follow whatever
path the track by the sea elected TO take.
The latter decided TO leave its neutral
perch and stand in with the reformers.
After this vital point in the plans Of the
organization was assured the meeting
adopted a constitution and bylaws. In
the election Of officers vacancies were left
for the president and second vice president,
the question of filling these important Of
fees desirsbly being referred back TO the
nominating committee for a mail vote. For
the board Of control, which is intended to
cover the same ground as the l. A. w.
racing board, A. G. Batchelder was elected
chairman.
The jurisdiction of the new organization
is intended TO cover everything east of the
Mississippi River with the exception of
all of Missouri west OF the Mississippi. All
horse racing, trotting. cycling and ath-
letic tracks desirous of promoting wheel
meets are invited to join the movement
as associate members.
According TO the outlined plans all the
amateur and professional riders will be
registered and trainers will have TO take
out license. State or district circuits
will be promoted during the spring and in
July and August a grand circuit OF about
six weeks will be held and the most sue
cessful performer in this series will be
crowned professional champion of the
year. The schedule will be mapped out
right across the continent with a meet
al every important city boasting of bicy-
Gle track. The question OF catering equally
for the amateurs has been referred to the
allied amateur clubs in touch with the
movement.
The times., 1899-01-26
FACTS ABOUT SAMOA.
Germany Wants to Rule There, Al
though Her Trade Is Very Small.

(From the New York SUM-
The Germans want the ruling hand in
Samoa. They cannot claim this on the
strength of their superiority in trade with
the islands, for in this respect they fall far
below the United States. Great Britain and
Australasia. In 1907 the islands imported
AS worth of goods from the United
States, Sl3, ,322 from Great Britain, and only
s5,562 from Germany. The Germans, how
ever, prepare and export a great deal of
copra and they own most of the land that
foreigners hold in the islands. or the 1885,
900 acres about one-sixth of the area of
the group owned by foreigners. at least S5.-
600 acres including the best land in the
islands, is owned by the Germans. This
landed estate was secured by the original
German trading firm, and its successors
have never parted with an acre of il.
The great drawback of Samoa is that it is
so far from markets. Its best products are
tropical fruits, which are abundantly pro-
duced. but distance from markets prevents
expectation. California is fifteen days by
steam, and freight rates are prOhibitive.
Besides, California itself is fruit country.
New Zealand is five days distant, but its
whole population is not much more than
that of Baltimore. Sydney is eight days
away by steam, but Australia and New
Zealand have islands nearer them, notably
Fiji, which grow all the tropical fruits they
want. So no fruit is shipped from Apia,
the only port of the islands.
In 1855 the Ceylon coffee disease first ap
peared on the plantations OF Samoa and in
a short time put an end to coffee produc-
tion in that group. No attempt has since
been made 10 raise coffee.
Practically the whole business of Samoa
is based today upon the cocoanut, and the
export of copra, the dried meat of the
cocoanut, represents nearly all the ex-
ports OF the islands. In 1897, nearly H.
900 900 pounds OF copra, the native product,
were exported in addition to the large
quantity raised on the German plantations.
But even in her copra Samoa is not par
tcularly fortunate. Some fifteen years ago
there was an enormous demand for copra,
with the result that the cocoanut tree was
planted on the coasts of every sea where il
would grow. few years later the mar
kets were glutted with copra, prices fell
about one-half, and the days of the pros
perity of that trade has not since returned.
What with her political troubles and the
causes that have conspired TO keep her
commerce small, Samoa has not had very
prosperous history. The time is coming
however, when she will see better days
The resources of the group, which, all told,
Is about as large as Rhode Island have yet
scarcely been touched. In fact, nobody
lives more than three or four miles from
the sea and the inner parts Of the islands
have not been utilized.