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Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-03-27
Change of Election Precinct, Old 26th
istrict.
GEORGIA, SUMTER COUNTY.

Notice is hereby given that a petition has
been filed with the Board of Commissioners
of Roads and Revenues of Sumter county,
Ca, to change the election precinct for the
old 29th district of said county, from Harper
Blacks store, where now located, to The
Plains, an incorporated town of said district,
abolishing the election precinct at said Har-
per Blacks store and establishing the cleo
ton precinct for said district at Plains, Ga;
and that sal application will be finally pas
ed upon by said Board of commissioners at
its regu ar monthly meeting to be held on
the first Monday in April next at the court
house. Objections thereto, if any, Will be
heard at said time. This the 18th day of
February, 1901. j. w, WHEATLEY,
Clerk Board of County Commissioners S. c.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-03-27

A unique bill to tax bachelors has
been introduced into the Pennsy lvania
Legislature. 1t provides that when
any bachelor of forty years or upward
applies for marriage license it shall
be refused except upon the payment of
a tax of 800. Under forty years there
is to be no extra tax but over
that age the tax Is graduated, IN
creasing with the number of the
years of the applicant. The revenue
to be derived from the bachelor tax is
to be applied to the maintenance of a
home for aged maiden ladies. The bill
further provides that the law shall
be irrevocable, except with the con-
sent of a majority of the old maids who
may be benefciaries of the home thus
established.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-03-27
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ENGLAND AND HER FOOD SUPPLY

1t sppears that England is very much
concerned about her food supply in
case of great war, and to secure this
1t is proposed to increase her navy 80
as to match or overmatch that of any
three other nations instead of two,
which is the present basis. Plans have
also been suggested for the reforming
of the army 80 as to provide uni7er-
sal militia service for home defence,
and also to organize food supply de-
partment All of these questions have
been discussed in military societies IN
London by army officers who have stu
died them.
It was urged that under present con-
ditlons it would, in the event of ma
val disaster, be within the power of a
combination of powers to starve Great
Britain into submission within six
months without landing a single man
on the British islands, therefore food
supply that would last for two years
has been advised as wise precaution.
Capt Murray, of the British army, in
a recent address delivered before the
Royal United Service institution, took
occasion to say that ''the State would
have to feed 1000, 900 of the population
in the event Of war with France and
Russia, and 100000 in the event of
war with France, Russia and Germany
But we are at present completely de-
pendent upon Russia aud the United
States for food, and there are only four
and half or five months food sun
plies in the country at any time" In
case of war, it was further argued,
even if sufficient food supplies could be
brought into the country, the prices
would be advanced to famine rates, by
financial operations only, that would
put it beyond the purchasing power of
the working classes. 1t is a pretty Sc
rious question, and presents the weak
spot in England's armOr.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-03-27

MIR. Harvie Jordan, the president of
the Southern Cotton Growers Associa-
ton, earnestly uges the farmers to re-
duee their acreage in cotton this year.
This is serious matter and every cot
ton grower should heed the warning.
A big cotton crop this year undoubted-
" means five cents cotton this fall.
Keep this idea in your head, farmers
of the South You have it IN your
power to make or mar your own for
tune this year. A big crop means five
cents cotton in the fall. How many
farmers can weather the storm, with
five cents cotton this year
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-03-27

Ex-Speaker Thomas B. Reed was
asked in Baltimore the other day
whether he thought the Filiplnos were
capable of self-government He repIi-
ed: ''I think every people is capable of
sslf-government. It may not be the
kind we have or want, but it is satis-
factory and sufficient to them
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-03-27
Bloodhounds amer u..ruere, ;.

DALLAS, March rs. DIR. James x ee
yer, who was shot three times last night
by man named Worden, is still alive
but unconscious Physicians have no
hope of his recovery. A force Of deputy
sheriffs with bloodhounds is searching
for Worden.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-03-27

Secretary of State Phil Cook says he
has had more applications for bank
charters and has chartered more state
banks within the last three months
than within any similar period of time
within his recollection or knowledge.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-03-27

Editor William j. Bryan, i'll the
COmmoner, wants Mr.. Cleveland to
come out of his glittering generalities
about return to democratic principles
and if he has any advice to give, that
he thinks it is worth the while of dem
ocrats to follow, to give it in specific
terms. Augusta Chronicle.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-03-27

King Edward had to wait long time
to get his present job, and he will never
have another chance at a similar one;
therefore he is going to get all out of
it that he can. That is why he is such
a stickler for ceremony at his court
functions.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-03-27

The making of flour from sweet pota-
toes is a new industry that has recently
been established in New Jersey A
company with a capital of $1,000, 900
has been chartered in that state to
make flour from the potatoes. A large
mill will be established at Vineland
It will the first of It's kind in the
country.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-03-27

Hon. Ct. v Gress, who represents
Wilcox country in the Lower House
of the General Assembly, favors the
sale of the state road. We are glad
to think but few people in the state
will give Mr.. Gress' suggestion Sc
rious though Fitzgerald Enterprise
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-03-27
Notice of Election.
GORGIA--.SUMTER COUNTY.

OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES COUNTY.
Special Election for Clerk, of Superior Court
Georgia, Sumter County. once of Ordin
airy of said county;
Whereas, A vacancy has occurred in the
once of Clerk of the Superior Court of Sum
ter county, Ga, by the death of j. II. Allen
on the l4th inst, the duly elected and quail
years from the first of January 1901, And
whereas, it is made the duty of the Ordinary
to appoint day for an election to fill said
vacancy.
Now, therefore, 7, Thos, M. Allen, Ordinary
of said county, do hereby give notice that an
election Will be held on Wednesday, April
3rd, 1911 to fill the uneXp1red term of said j g.
II. Allen,
Given under my hand and seal of office, this
the 1otn day of February, 1901.
THOS. M. ALLEN,
Ordinary Sumter County. Ga.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-03-27

The mystery of poisoning from arse
nical wall papers has been solved by
the discovery of an organism that
feeds on arsenic This is mold, Pen
clllium brevicaule, and under its in
tiuence the paper emlts gas, diethyl
arsln, to which the poisonous effects
upon persons living IN the rooms are
found to be due.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-03-27
Libel For Divorce.

Mary j. Smith, Libel for Divorce in Sum
ter Superior Court, May
John L. Smith. Term, 1901.
To John L. Smith, defendant; You are
hereby notified to be and appear at the May
term, 1901 of Sumter Superior court to be
held in and for said county on the fourth
Monday in May, 1901, then and there to an
swer the above libel for divorce filed by
Mary J. Smith against you, or in default
thereof the court shall proceed as to justice
snail appertain Witness the Honorable L.
A, Little John, Judge of said court, this the
18th day of March, 1901.
II. E. ALLEN, Clerk S. G.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-03-27
For Clerk Superior Court.

To the Democratic Voters of Sumter County:
I hereby announce my candidacy for Clerk
unexpired term to which my father was
elected, subject to the action of the Demo
cratic primary. II elected / shalt use my
best efforts to give satisfaction to all, and
earnestly ask your kind support Very re-
spectfuly, H. e, ALLEN,
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-03-27
Road Notice.
Court of Commissioners OF

Roads and Revenues, Sumter Co. Ga.
OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES COUNTY. sasN9
Whereas, j, T. johnson, j, f. Frazier and
others have petitioned said court for pub
lie road described as follows leading from
MCAuther's place westward, terminating at
Boyd house in public road from DeSoto to
AmeriCus id the 18th district of said county.
And commissioners having been appointed
make return under oath that said road is of
public utility, and have marked it off. This
is to cite all perSOc S that on the first Monday
in April next, said new road will be granted
if no cause is shown is the contrary.
Given under my hand, this 4th day of
March, 1901. J, w. WHEATLEY,
Clerk Board County Commissioners of Sum
ter county, Ga.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-03-27

It would be difficult to find more
welcome news item than the assurance
that is given that the Georgia peach
crop is all right for this year.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-03-27
The Oldest and Best.

S S S. is a combination of roots
and herbs of great curative powers,
and when taken into the circulation
searches out and removes all manner
of poisons from the blood, without
the least shock or harm to the system.
On the contrary, the general health
begins to improve from the first dose,
for S. S. S. is not only blood purifier,
but an excellent tonic, and strength
ems and builds up the constitution
while purging the blood of impuri-
ties. S. S. S. cures all diseases of a
blood poison origin, Cancer, Scrofu1a,
R eumati SIN, Chronic Sores and
Ulcers, Eczema, Psoriasis, Salt
Rheum, Herpes and similar troubles,
and is an infallible cure and the only
antidote for that most horrible disease,
Contagious Blood Poison.
A record of nearly fifty years OF
successful cures is a record to be proud
of. S. S. S. is more popular today
than ever. It numbers its friends by
the thousands. Our medical cores
pondence is larger than ever in the
history of the medicine. Many write
to thank us for the great good S. S. S.
has done them, while others are seek
ing advice about their cases. All
letters receive prompt and careful
attention. Our physicians have made
alife-long study of Blood and Skin Dis
eases, and better understand such cases
than the ordinary practitioner who
makes a speciality of no one disease.
SIS s: :: !: q: /; ::: 6: J!
- - partment, and invite
you to write us if you have any blood
or skin trouble. We make no charge
whatever for this service.
THE SWIFT SPECIFIC co.. ATLANTA. GA
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-03-27

It seems that Governor Odell and
Tom Platt are really about to go up
against each other, in which sase good
men Will wish them mutual success.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-03-27
For Clerk of Superior Court.

hereby announce myself as candidate
tor the office of Clerk of the Superior Court
of Sumter county, subject to the action of
the Democratic primary, If elected Mr.. T.
estly solicit the support of our friends and
all Democratic voters of Sumter county. II
elected we pledge faithful discharge of the
duties of the office Very respectfully,
CHAS A. CBAMBLISS,
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-03-27

The Beers would naturally be de-
lighted to see England and Russia en-
gage in war. But they need hardly
hope for it.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-03-27
A PPLICATION LETTERS

IA OF DISMlSSION.
GEORGIA-SUMTER COUNTY.
Mrs. Emily Williams, administr atriX estate
OF Ii. j. Williams, deceased, has made appli-
cation for letters of dismission,
These are therefore to cite and admOnish
all parties concerned, whether kindred or
creditors, to show cause on or before the
May term of the court of ordinary to be
held on the first Monday in May 1901, why
said petition should not be granted as pray
ed for. Witness my hand and Onicial sigma
ture, this Feb. 4th, 1901
Il NJ ALLEN, Ordinary.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-03-27

The Rome Tribune remarks that the
last style in hair dressing for women is
to make it as though it hadn't been
combed in weeks.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-03-27
ANNOUNCEMENTS.
For Clerk Superior Court.

L hereby announce my candidacy for the
office of clerk of the superior court of Sum
Ter county, subject to the action of the de-
mocratic primary, and would respectfully
ask the support of the democrat voters of
Sumter. If elected will devote my entire
time and best efforts in a discharge of the
duties of this office. Respectfully,
ELTON G. PARKER.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-03-27

AMERICUs. GA, MARCH. 81. 1901

The Easter bonnet is we'll on the way
and will soon be pretty much in evil
dence.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-03-27
A PPLICATION
- nW

A PPLICATION
n TWELVE MONTHS SUPPORT
GEORGIA-Sumter County
Florence Whitehead, has made application
twelve months .ppOIt our of the estate
of Grant Whitehe ad, dec ased, and apprais-
ors dolly appointed to set apart the same
have filed their returns,
These are therefore TO cite and admonish
all parties concerned whether kindred or
creditors, to show cause on or before the
April term of the court of ordinary to be
held the first Monday in April, 1901. why
said petition should not be granted. Wit
ness my hama and official signature, This
March 4th, 1901
II. M. ALLEN, Ordinary
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-03-27
Rockers.

THERE'S real comfort in one of
our rockers. You will feel easy
in buying 1t and easy whenever you
use it. They are substantially made
to insure wear and designed to give
comfort as we'll as beauty. Our $3.50
plain wood, easy rockers are giving
pleasure in many homes.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-03-27

The south's sweet potato crop is es-
timated at fifty million bushels, worth
S25, 900, 900.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-03-27
LEGAL ADVERTISEMENTS

NOTICE All legal advertisements must be
brought to the business ONCE not later than
Wednesday noon of each month to insure in
sertiOn, accompanied with the fee, This
rule will be enforced
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-03-27
Notice to Debtors and Creditors.

All parties indebted to estate OF Mrs S. II
SUNNI erford will please pay same at once,
and all parties holding claims against said
eSta tie Will present the same IN terms of the
law TO the undersigned.
s. j. HARGROVE
Administrator of MrS s FL. Summertord
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-03-27
A PPLICATION LETTERS
IA OF GUARDIANSHIP

NI1OINOLA- COuulJ'
S j. Hargrove has made application for
letters of guardianship of minor son of Mrs.
S, H. SummerfOrd, deceased.
These are therefore to cite and admonish
all parties to show cause on or before the
April term of the court of ordinary to
be held on the first Monday in April,
1901, why said petition should not be granted
as prayed for. Witness my hand and of1icial
signature, this March 18th, 1901.
T. M. ALLEN, Ordinary.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-03-27

TO UURE A COLD IN ONE DAY
Take Laxative Bromo- Quinine Tab
lets. $50
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-03-27

Mr.. Alfred Shepperson estimates the
value of the south's cotton crop, includ-
ing seed, to be $685., 100000
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-03-27
A PPLICATICN LETTERS
IN OF DISMISS1ON
} EORGIA-SUMTER COUNTY.

j. G. Carter, administrator on estate of
Mrs. E. w. Wallace, deceased, has made ap-
piCation for letters of dismission, having
fully administered said estate.
These are therefore to cite and admOnish
all parties concerned, whether kindred or
creditors, to show cause on or before the
June term of the court of ordinary to be
held or the first Monday in June 1901, why
said EDITION should not be granted as pray
ed for. Witness my hand and off1Cial sigma
ture, this March attn, 1901.
T. M. ALLEN, Ordinary.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-03-27

For further information as to schedules,
rates, etc, to points beyond our line apply 10
e. b EVERETT, Agent, Americas, Ca.
q. II, WHITAKER, Depot Ticket Agent,
Americas, Ga,
9. A. FRICKER, City Ticket Agent,
WIN BUTLER, JR., T. p. A, Savannah Ga
r. f.. L. BUNCH, G. p, A., Portsmouth, va
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-03-27

MIsreud the Sign.
How is it, asked the victim. that
you charge me - cents when the sign
says, First class hair cut Il cents|"
But you haven't first class hair" re-
piled the barber.-Phladelph North
American.
The English statute mile is 1,7G0
standard wards
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-03-27

Richland, Columbus,I
T0sTO lAtlanta, HurtsbOrO, I%E1.AP
O'AO Montgomery and all - 80
points west and north
+. NJ, west. Z. NJ.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-03-27

THE best beds are iron beds. Some
are more expensive than others;
it all depends on the way they are
trimmed. We have plain enameled
bed for as low as $5-they are from
that up, depending entirely on the
brass work. They are pleasing to the
eye and restful to the tired body.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-03-27
Lamps.

VOU can't enjoy an evening at
L home without one of our nice
lamps. These graceful shapes with
real art decorations will make vour
home beautiful and your reading more
pleasant. They are brilliant burners
and easy to keep clean.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-03-27

Asnn ICOrdele, Rochelle, Abb kVOsnT
49, lville, Fitzgerald and AO'Oi
r. NJ lOcilla AN
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-03-27
Judgment in China.

IF you careful In dealing with the right bind r
an establishment you will not have to be So narf .,
about the chinaware you select: We have chosen h:
chlnaware with view to give you ~
Rare Quality at Reasonable Price
There are so many nice pieces here you will have ~
difficulty in selecting what you want, and every piece %
guaranteed by
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-03-27

*Trains run daily.
Close connections a Cordele for all points
north and south.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-03-27

Trains arrive at and depart from Central
OF Georgia Railway passenger station.
Daily camera., 1901-06-04
INVESTIGATE THIS.

Had Caesar read the papers which he
carelcssly thrus, in his pocket when he
entered the senate chaa Der, he would
have been spared an untimely grave and
Rome might have risen to greater grand.
eur than ever before. The successful
man is be who investigates and who
keeps up with and ahead OF the times.
The traveller who has tested and inves,i
gates the facilities Of the Chicago, M,l-
waukee & ST. Paul railway knows that
they keep up with the times and ahead
Of their competitors. H. {. Wagner.
travelling passenger agent. says all the
latest modern conveniences for sped.
comfort and safety are in use on this
line. The traveller east bound. whether
on business OF pleasure bent, will Go well
to investigate before the purchase OF his
ticket is made ami frt on; which is the
shortest and best ne between Omaha
and Chicago. running scl'd ves,ibuled.
electric lighted trains from the union d .
pot in Omaha and landing passengers in
the union depot. Chicngo, in the very
heart Of the windy city. Investigate our
fast train schedule and then see that
your tickets re1d via the CHICAGO, Mil
waukee & S.. Paul railway from Omaha
and you vii! get that which is good.
E. PRESTON,
Commercial Agent.
ro7o 18th ST Denver. Colo
Daily camera., 1901-06-04
THE GENTLEMANLY DOG.
L. Mistaken In the Person
He Acc0sts.

When l approached the painted
house, on my way homeward, the fat
old collie coM>s running out again,
barking, says Bradford Torrey, in At
lantic. This time. however, he takes
but one sniff. He has made a mistake,
and realizes il at once. "Oh, excuse
me-" he says quite plainly. 81 didn't
recognize you. You're the same old
codger. l ought TO have known" And
he is so confused and ashamed that he
runs away without waiting to make
up.
1t is a great modification to a gen.
tlemaniy dog to find himself at fault
in this way. remember another col
lie, much younger than this one, with
whom l once had minute or two of
friendly intercourse. Then. months
afterward, l went again by the house
where he lived. and he came dashing
out with all fierceness, as if he would
rend me in pieces. let him come
(there was nothing else TO do, or moth
ing else worth doing), but the instant
his nose struck me he saw his error.
Then, in flash. he dropped fat on the
ground and literally licked my shoes.
There was no attitude abject enough
to express the depth of his humilia-
ton And then, like the dog of this
morning, he jumped up and ran with
all speed back to his doorstep.
Daily camera., 1901-06-04
A Night Of Terror.

awful anxiety was felt for the widow
of the brave General Burnham OF Ma.
chias, Me, when the doctors said she
could not live till morning." writes Mrs
S. II. Lincoln, who attended her that fear.
full night. "All thought she must soon
die from Pneumonia, but she begged foi
DR.. Kings New Discovery, saying it had
more than once saved her life, and had
cured her of Consumption. After three
small doses she slept easily all night
and its further use completely cured her y
This marvellous medicine is guaranteed
TO cure all Throat, Chest and Lung Dis.
eases. soc and $l.0O. Trial bottles free
at Streamer's drug store.
Daily camera., 1901-06-04
MAY COMPEL VACCINATION.

In long opinion in which many au
thorities are quoted from in support Of
his view Judge Palmer decided yester
dav that the school board, health board
or other public organization could insist
On vaccination as a condition Tor attend.
ance upon school when smallpox was
shown 10 be epidemic. The cases we're
brought by Judge Samuel L. Carpenter
against Principal Charles M. Osenbaugh
Of the Wyman school and BY John N
Mayry against the board of education Of
school district No. 1. each asking for a
writ Of mandamus compelling the princi
nails to allow the plaintiffs children to
attend school without submitting to vac
eination.
Judge Palmer decided that If it could
be proved that an epidemic did not
exist then the temporary writ should be
made pesemptory. The court held. how
ever. that the disease was epidemic
Denver Republican.
Daily camera., 1901-06-04
send Mo Their n, mes.

Thousands of Eastern people will take
advantage Of the cheap rates TO Colo
r.do which the Burlington Route will
offer during June, July. August and
September.
They are the lowest ever m ,de.
II YOU have any friends who are talk
ing of coming to Colorado. send me their
ames and will have our representative
look them up-furnish advertising mat
ter-reserve berths for them-see that
they have quick and comfortable trip
Hotel Keepers! This is your oppor
tunity. Whenever you receive an en-
quiry about your resort, send 1t to me-
| will take pains to see that the writer
spends the summer in Colorado
G. W VALLERY, General Agent
Burlington Route.
Denver, Colo.