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Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1900-12-27
GREAT DISPLAY OF FIREWORKS.
Leaky Gasoline Tank Caused Big
Explosion.

It was left to E. d. Ansley, the gro.
Ger, to furnish the greatest free enter
tainment of carnival week, though he
was not willing party to the perform
ance. A gasoline light suspended above
a pyramid of fireworks on the pavement
in front of his store sprung leak just
at dusk and the liquid fell upon the
pyrotechnies. Old VesuYius never re-
sponded with more enthusiasm than
did that half carload of Roman candles,
crackers, skyrockets and other illumi-
nants, and for five minutes the heavens
were lurid with red, white and green
lights, while fiery serpents, dragons
and other devices shot hither and
thither among the heels of the STAN
peded populace. The fire department
quickly subdued the blaze and prob
ably prevented confagration, though
two plate glass windows, worth per-
haps 5000, were smashed by the explod-
ing bombs. The pyrotechnic display
cost Mr.. Ansley probably $500 addi-
tional, but il was a dandy.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1900-12-27
FIELDER BEQUEATHED
HANDSOME FORTUNE
Americas Young Man Is Given {
Large Amount
FROM CITIZEN OF NASHVILLE.
In Death of Samuel Murphey Mr..
Thomas J. Fielder Comes In Pos
session of Handsome Sum Through
Generosity of His Friend.

The announcement made il the At
lanta papers to the effect that Mr..
Thomas j. Fielder, formerly of that
city but now of New York city, had
inherited fortune of $1,000, ZOO in the
death of Mr.. Samuel M. Murphey,
very wealthy citizen of Nashville, is a
subject of greatest interest to his
friends in Americas.
Mr.. Fielder is the eldest son of
Mayor John B. Fielder, of Americas,
and was reared in this city, going
hence to Atlanta to reside.
From information at hand it seems
quite certain that Mr., Fielder will de
rive very large sum from the estate of
his former friend, though hardly to the
amount specified in the press reports.
Mr.. Murphey was one OF the wealth
lest citizens of Nashville, multi-mil
l1onaire.
For several years he had expressed a
very deep attach ment for young Mr..
Fielder and his wife, who is the daugh-
ter of President Milton III. Smith, of
the Louisville and Nashville Railway,
close personal friend and near neigh
Dor of the deceased. His affection for
the young people was said to have
been very strong.
The will of the deceased has not yet
been probated and until this is done it
is hardly possible that the amount be-
queathed Mr.. Fielder, who is named as
executor, will be made known, though
it is quite large.
Mayor Fielder stated to the Times
Recorder yesterday that he knew very
little concerning the matter, but felt
quite sure that his son would inherit o
handsome amount from the estate of
his deceased friend, who in many ways
had, in years past, evidenced his
friendship for young Mr.. Fielder in a
substantial way.
Mr.. Murphey was well advanced in
years. He was native Tennesseeap,
and is survived by wife only, an es-
Unable lady and warm friend of the
Folders.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1900-12-27
PAGEANT OF ROYAL spLENDoR
Will Be That of the Floral Parade
Today.

The beautiful floral parade, which
will be ore of the finest features of the
Christmas Carnival, will take place
this afternoon, the pageant moving at
80 o'clock.
And thousands will view this really
magnificent spectacle.
1t is expected that a half hundred We
hicles and handsomely decorated bicy-
cles will be in line when the pageant
moves.
The start wall be made from the cor
ner of Church and Dudley streets, and
will be along Church to Lee, to For
syth. to Cotton avenue, to Lamar and
thence on Jackson.
The Abbeville band of sixteen pieces
will head the glittering pageant.
Next in line will come the prettily
decorated bicycles, ridden by young
boys and pretty little misses, forming
pretty picture.
Next will come the chariot of the
king and queen of the carnival and that
of her maids of honor, followed by the
traps and carriages of others taking
part IN the parade.
Look out for the procession, which
will move at 1;30 o'clock sharp.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1900-12-27
We mention a few of the many things to be found
here, and in buylng these you by something


Women's Tailor made Suits.
Women's Dress and Rainyday Skirts.
Jackets Capes and Furs.
Handsome Silk Petticoats.
Fine Merce' lied Petticoats.
Ready-made Silk and Flannel Waists
Silk, Wooden and Cotton Dress Goods.
Hosiery. Gloves and Underwear.
Laces, Embroideries, Handkerchiefs and Ribbons.
Umbrellas Shoes and Slippers
Table Damasks Towels Napkins.
Co1nterpanes Blankets, Sheets and Pillow Cases.
Trunks, Travelling Bags, Pocket Books Card Cases.
Silver Novelties, Fancy Mirrors, Combs and Brushes
And numerous other fancy t1cles.
Suits Overcoats and odd Trousers
Shirts, Suspenders and Underwear
Neckwear, Hosiery Gloves and Handkerchefs.
Umbrellas aud Walking Caues
Trunks and Travelling Bags.
Shoes and Hats.
Everything that is usetu for Mems and Boys Wear
ing Apparel
lot of fancy decorated China assorted close out.
Jardineres from 19c to So 90 each.
Fancy Eelts and Belt Buckles.
Hair Ornaments Neckwear
Leather Pocket Books, Purses, Card Cases.
Shopping Bags, Scissors, Atomuers.
Bleached Domestics Sea Islands aud Sheetngs
Carpets, Mattings, Rugs, Hassocks, Foot Mats
Lace and Damask Curtains, Window Shades,
Buggy Robes. Comfortabes.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1900-12-27
CARNIVAL IS STILL
A GREAT SUCCESS.
Largest Crowd of Entire Week Came
Yesterday.
STREET SHOWS IN FULL BLAST.
Trains Brought Goodly Attendance
and Visitors Greatly Enjoyed the
Attractions Governor and State
House Officers Come Friday.

The carnival crowds came again yes
terday in greater numbers than on any
day of the week, and if success had
not been assured already the attend
ance on yesterday would have settled
it from standpoint of popularity. In
deed, the carnival is great success.
But everyone in Americas knew all
along that it surely woald be.
The weather throughout has been
superb, and the throngs of visitors
have had exceptional advantages IN
seeing the many attractions. There is
plenty to see and the people find it.
All of the score of shows were in full
blast from 10 o'clock yesterday morn
ing until a late hour last night, and
we're packed with s1ght-seers. The
free street attractions also drew the
crowds, the band played on, and for
once Joy was uncontined.
The Ferris wheel turned with hun
dreds of riders, the girls danced in the
vaudeville shows, the lady descended
the rope of fre-everything went, and
the crowds were delighted.
Lamar and Jackson streets were
surging seas of humanity all day.
The holiday spirit was still rampant
and everyone seemed to be out for q
good time. Only the most favorable
comments are heard on all sides, and
while not as great as the Chicago OF
Paris expositions ours is great little
fair and pleases the people. too.
A programme of the events SEIZED
uled for today will bepublished and
distributed this morning. See that
you miss none of it.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1900-12-27
DEAD AFTER 1f0NG ILLNESS
One of Sumter's Oldest Citizens Has
Passed AWAY.

The death Of MIR. Jesse Salter, which
occurred a few days since at his hom
near The Plains, removes from this
sphere one of Sumter's oldest and best
known citizens. Mr.. Salter had been
i'll for long while and the announce
ment of his death was no surprise to
his many friends. He was seventy-two
years of age, a native of Sumter county,
and was held in highest esteem among
neighbors and friends. A wife and
several sons and daughters survive
him, who have the sympathy of all in
their great loss.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1900-12-27
THE FAKIRs REAP A HARVEST.
Confidence Schemes Worked Upon the
Verdant Ones.

AS might be expected upon such an
occasion, Americas is infested by a
gang of fakirs and confidence men,
who are reaping a harvest of dollars
among the verdant here. These men
are in nowise connected with the
shows, but follow in their wake and
pluck the coin. Instances were report
ed yesterday where greehhorns were
touched for a FOUND roll of dollars,
while two fakirs with galvanic bat
terry and posing as f'doc ,ors'' got the
coin of the colored brother. Gambling
devices are broken up wherever found,
but it is hard to catch the confidence
man and his confederate.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1900-12-27
Cold Steel Or Death,

''There is but one small chance to
save you life and that is through an
before Mrs. I. B. Hunt, of Lime Ridge,
Wis, by her doctor after vainly trying
to cure her ola frightful case of stom-
ach trouble and yellow jaundice. He
didn't count on the marvellous powers
of Electric Bitters to cure stomach and
Liver troubles, but she heard of it,
took seven bottles, was wholly cured,
avoided surgeons knife, now weighs
more and feels better than ever. It's
positively guaranteed to cure Stomach
Liver and Kidney troubles and never
Price SOC at E. j. Ed
ridge drugs store.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1900-12-27
DEATH OF JUDGE ELI G. HILL
An Honored Citizen of Terrell Has
Passed Away.

kilograms yesterday to relatives in
Americas brought the sad tidings of
the death of Judge e. G.. Hill at his
home near Bronwood. It had bee n
known here for some time that Judge
Hills health was rapidly failing and
that the end was very near, A south
ern gentleman of the old school, Judge
Hill was widely known in Georgia for
his integrity, honesty and high sense
of honor, and in his death the state
loses one of her noblest and best citi~
zens. A man of wealth and great in
fuence in his county, his loss will be
felt very keenly there. He was the
father of the late d. B. Hill and of Mrs.
Sallie 81. Gyles of Americas, besides
having other sons and daughters re-
siding in Dawson, Macon and Griffin.
The funeral services will occur today
at Bronwood and will be very largely
attended.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1900-12-27
Female Weakness ured.

was troubled with severe female
weakness for over six months. / was
treated by six very prominent physicians
without any marked benefit. My last
doctor was skille specialist, and he told
me the only hope lay in an operation.
[ beard of Smiths Sure Kidney Cure,
and after using it for one month l find
myself cured, and even the doctor who
last treated me now pronounces me well.
MRS. J, R FAvER, Atlanta, Ga -
Price so cents. For sale by Dodscu's
Pharmacy.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1900-12-27
WERE MARRIED LAST EVENING.
Nuptials of Miss Lingo and Mr.. H.
E. Allen.

Az u CSAttAS Va @~AAOS @~AA9S "-
E. Allen
The residence of Mr.. A. P. Lingo, on
Lee street, was the scene of very
happy occasion last evening when
his daughter, Miss Maude Lingo,
was united in marriage to Mr.. II.
Egbert Allen. Quite a large assem-
blage of relatives and friends witness
ed this plighting of the troth, the rites
being impressively solemnized by Rev.
G. w. Mathews, of the First Methodist
church. After congratulations had
been extended the handsome young
couple the guests partook of very
tempting wedding supper and good
cheer reigned supreme. Both the bride
and groom have always resided here.
and have host Of friends who will wish
them bon voyage on the matrimonial
sea. Mr.. aud Mrs. Allen are now cat
home at their residence on Lee street,
near Church.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1900-12-27
A Monster Devil Fish.

Destroying it's victims, is type of
Constipation. The power of this muir
derous malady if felt on orgons and
nerves and muscles and brain. There's
no health till it's overcome. But DIR.
Kings New Life Pills are 4 safe and
certain cure. Best in the world for
stomach, Liver, Kidneys and Bowels
Only 25 SCENTS at E. j. Eldridge's drug
tore
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1900-12-27
FORMER CITIZEN OF AMERIcUs

Died in Louisville After a Long
Illness.
Information reached Americus yes
terday of the death of Mr.. e. E. Ander-
son, which occurred the night before in
Louisville, KY, where he was visiting
his sister. Mr.. Anderson was former
resident of Americas and as trainmaster
of the Georgia & Alabama Railway was
very we'll known here. He was about
thirty-fve years of age and leaves a
wife, but no children. He was buried
in Pulaski, Tenn, his native city, yes
Uerday afternoon.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1900-12-27
THE MODERN MOTHER

Has found that her little ones are i'm
proved more by the pleasant Syrup of
Figs, when in need of the laxative eff
feet of a gentle remedy, than by any
other. Children enjoy it and it bene-
fits them. The true remedy, Syrup OF
Figs, is manufactured by the Califor-
MIA Fig Syrup Co, only.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1900-12-27
Christmas Will Soon Be Here !!
The Season of Good Cheer--Present Giving
And The Time to Kill The Fatted Calf.

OF course you want everything nice fresh and clean
Live and Let Live Prices. suit the most fastdious
In taste and the modest in price. carry of h'
best selected stocks of groceries IN the city everything to b
found In frstcass uptodate grocery. Here is few o.
the good to eat:
FRUITS: Oranges New York Apples Grapes Gocoanu
OF nut cheap Bzs 20 the pest paper
California Rdns Daes Dried fdgF For your
Currants Cuou aud al DINER noes
sary ingredients Lapgdos and pound Fruit lakes sneed
andO Peel Tho bes specs money can buy
ranberres Celery Olives glass ara bulk oval salad
Pickles be almost hlven
Plum Pudding Cceu Fat and Juicy salmon for your
al Of Camps Soups, Bes and other aehcaces
Lobster Shrimp Kpperd Herring Ginger Preserves eina
of vegetables that you
EXPECT to find Fireworks and Fireworks novelties
claim to the nnest line
Of Candies sold in the city examine one of the best
and neafes stocks of groceries be found IN the CITY,
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1900-12-27
TUMBLED IN ELEVATOR SHAFT.

Serious Accident in Grocery Store
Yesterday.
Mr.. Ed Davis, who is at Ansley's
during the holidays, while attending
to his duties in the store yesterday
morning accidentally stepped into the
elevator shaft, falling distance of six
or eight feet to the basement. Mr..
Davis was painfully hurt by the fall,
though his injuries are not considered
serious.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1900-12-27

Two hundred remnants bleached Ger
man Damask Table Linen. handsome, yet
one of the best wearing weaves made; two
yards wide, in lengths of 2, 2H and 3 yds,
just the right lengths for tables, worth
regular 81, price for these short lengths,
CSC yd.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1900-12-27
Notice

On and after Jan. tst. 1891 nv office
will be located over the drug sore Of
John r. Hudson, corner rooms Nos 8,
8, and 10 formerly occupied by Messrs.
Hooper & Crisp. Respectfully,
1929 1w S. II. MCKEE, d. d. S.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1900-12-27
The Comfortable Store.
y y X y y y

ME are intensely anxious to earn, during the
w holidays, certain adjective. We wish to
be called 1.-THE Comfortable Store" To gain this
honor, during the top pressure days before has
required much planning. None but members of our
own family can realize the extent, and Depth
breadth of these preparations. 1t is not enough
to promise promise you unequaled stock and fair
and comfort while under roof. So far
and thought, and experience and expenditure
holidays
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1900-12-27

The kidneys ache when they are over
worked and the trouble gets serious
unless promptly removed. PRIcKLY
ASH BITTERs is reliable kidney tonic
and bowel regulator. E. j. Eldrldge.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1900-12-27
For Sale.

The Blacks Mill property with 2G0
acres land. This is the best equipped
and located mill in the country, with
large run of custom. Big investment.
27-d3t p. B. Williford,
Americas, Ga.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1900-12-27

Happiness is but another name for
perfect health. Use PRICKLY ASH BIT-
TIERS and be happy. It keeps the vital
organs healthy and well regulated. DIR.
Z. J. Eldridge.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1900-12-27
Meating of LIGHT Infantry.

There will be an important meeting
of the Amerlcus Light Infantry at the
armory at o'clock tonight for the pur-
pose of arranging to meet visiting COM
panles tomorrow.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1900-12-27

Keep the bowels active if you would
preserve your health. A dose of
PRTcKLY ASH BITTERs now and then
does this to perfection. DR.. E. j.
Eldridge.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1900-12-27
LOST.

Large plain gold ring. Inscribed
from &c. to L." Return to Mrs, DIR.
HORNE, No 80 Jackson street, and re-
ceIve liberal reward.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1900-12-27
For Rent.

Three room dwelling with cookroom
attached, corner Bell street and Har-
rold avenue. Possession given Janu-
airy, 1st. (ian y A. w. SMITH.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1900-12-27

twenty-five pairs White Blankets, ex-
ira heavy, silk taped, warm and slightly;
they were low priced at 81 As, but they are
made Still lower at ST. so pair.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1900-12-27

Men s fancy Shirts, equal to any, and
better than most shirts sold at 81 90 and
81 IS; excellent percales superbly made and
handsomely laundrled, now at 75c each.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1900-12-27
MARKET WAS BARELY STEADY
Contracts Declined Is Points From
Opening.

The three days crest" afforded the
cotton market during the holiday sus-
pension did not cause any activity yes
terdaY, though the advance will come
after the turn of the year. Opening at
9.64 January dropped to 9.53 and was
barely steady at the close. The market
may go even lower this week but a
healthy reaction will follow.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1900-12-27
Christmas

HL.:o4. The cold weath
er all ahead of
capos and Jackets. you. The wear
ing time only just begun. What can you
buy for mother, wife, sister or daughter
that will be more Appreciated
Ladies' Capes in Black, or Blue, Beaver
strap seam trimmings,-a bargain, at $3.50
each.
Ladies' Jackets of finest imported Kersey;
in castor gray, blue or black, very stylish
aud perfect ftting--at 81 50 each.
Infants Long Robes in Elder Down or Bed
ford Cord, Embroidered and in beautiful
shades of light blue, rose pink, cream or
white, at 81 so to $500 each.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1900-12-27
- A long list ir deed :
Other Sits

''fo' FOO long 10 bs ex
Z07- Gentlemen. plotted here SO we
will choose haphazsrd from the big stock
for mention, and suggest others when
you call.
Guyot's Celebrated Suspenders, including
extra long in plain white, me de brown,
pInstripes, ana Fleur d. Lis FIgures,5Oc pair
Plain Black and Fancy Colored Half Hose,
including new Embroidered figures and
longitudinal stripes 50 popular now, &C pair
Wilson Bros. complete line of winter I'm
derwear; ever grade from a plain Under
shirt or Drawers at 4Oc to the tuest Camels
Hair garments at 81 p each.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1900-12-27
Special Notice.

land after Monday, Dec. nth, I
charge any goods to any one,
selling out at cost to dIscon-
ess. I VIII esteem it a great
Mites owing me will come
once, so can close up
kruly yours.
LEE ALLEN.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1900-12-27
NEWS
FROM THE
HOLIDAY
STOCKS.

There's much choosing be DONE and It pays to 90 the
choosing early Every section in the is bright with
its holiday offerings. Things useful things ornamental
We have picked just those lines which bound to appeal
to popular favor The staple of every day merhan
disc are also at their very best We cordially invite you to
come We invite you to buyif you ready. Ii not
then the inspection will be strong reminder for YOU when
you ready to buy
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1900-12-27

.1h-t..,r. A little thing is B
handkerchief, but it
-T0zake1chie/S, plays a big part in
holiday gift giving The greatest line of
of Hemstitcbed and Embroidered Hand
kerchiefs we have ever owned, especi-
ally appropriate as presents, and all are
most fairly priced.
Beautifully wrought initial Handkerchiefs
for ladies or gentlemen, hemStiLched End OF
finest quality inen-50c e2cE.
Pure Linen Hemsitched or Embroidered
handkerchief, for ladies' or gentlemen, 25c
quality; I-2 dozen in box, ali for Sl.0O.
-7~~~--------
&7s1,.-sy,So. Scores of styles to Sc
lect from; all selected
UMbreIIaS. with the greatest care
as to their fitness for Christmas gifte.
We note two or three very tempting lots:
Gentlemsn's 2s-inch Congress silk Umbrel-
las. natural oxidized handles, steel rod and
paragon frame--S1.O0 each.
Ladies' &c inch Gloria SILK Umbrellas,
beautiful assortment fancy handles, steel
frame etc ,---85C each.
Ladies' or Gentlemen's 26-ineh Taf1eta Silk
Umbrellas with Dimfnutive staff, and jewell
ed handles-S2.25 each.
Bingham Umbrellas perhaps 100 all told
odd lots-some really worth sL50-goIDg now
n SOC each.
HlrieJ71c Hundreds, yes, thOus-
-, ands of gentlemen, re-
Weck1Ue0I. membered at Christ
mas with a neat Ne cktie. These fresh,
bright selections. all in the newest
shapes, will strike you just Iight-we
think.
Geutlemen's Folded end Clubs Batwings
and Prince of Wales ties in assorted
lengths--25c each
Gentlemen's Imperial "Four-in-Hand, +"
Flowing End Tecks, and New Puffs, in beauti-
ful assortment, at SOC each.
Full line Windsor Ties and Ribbon Knots
for Misses and Children---35c each.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1900-12-27

The Christmas Selling.

The Christmas selling begins now. This
store was never better prepared for It.
Every day of every week from now till
Christmas, will be busy day in this shop
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1900-12-27

Twenty dozen Mems White Laundried
Shirts, reinforced back and front, Hnec
bosom, beautifully laundried Il -
usually sells for 85c, now
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1900-02-03
immigration.

Following are the arrivals during the
past month:
Arrivals Dnna rt1rns
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1900-02-03
Building Permit.
Real Estate.

The mortgaged Indebtedness of the
Islands has increased since our last re-
port $205, 332.
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1900-02-03
In your own home

you can have better cocktail than YOU
san get at the Club or elsewhere.
One, the ingredients @; which are
no, only properly mixed, but Of the finest
quality.
A cocktail IS the proper drink TO oiier
your friends as an appetizer before meals
Something they will enjoy; something
which. though .ypiealIy American, IS
Being drank by all nations everywhere.
Take home boi,ls Of Crown COX.
tails.
Try them.
lie, your friends try them.
There are eight different kinds TO suit
every TASTE.
They are the best appetizer in ihS
Gorld.
~ They are ready 10 drink"