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The Dupuyer acantha. [volume] (Dupuyer, Mont.) 1894-1904, 1901-12-19

correctly totaled, never lie. So they
will run the Retvizan over the meas
ured course, and knowing the exact
distance from mark to mark, will keep
a record of the revolutions of the big
twin screws until the time when
a carefully measured space is covered
exactly at the required speed.
Then the time will be. ripe for the
main test, and for twelve hours the
ship will be forced onward over a
course laid anywhere in the sea that
gives the required area of deep water,
and throughout the revolutions of the
propellers must average at least up to
the turns that were found necessary
to make the contract speed.
The coming first trial of the big bat
tleship is called a preliminary, or
builders test, but it is much more
interesting, and far more important
than the final acceptance trial OF
twelve hours, for it really shows the
qualities of the ship for the first time,
and in addition, every gun will be
tested, a feature totally eliminated
from United States warship trials
Their guns keep silence until Iona
after the vessel is in commission, Their
the firing trial is ordered.
Has a Terrific Battery.
nh Do+1;ooo oon~;oo +ora;fo Lo4
The Dupuyer acantha. [volume] (Dupuyer, Mont.) 1894-1904, 1901-12-19
Retvizan. Greatest OF
Battleships. just Completed

except for the pushing of the shell into
the yawning breech.
There are four twelve-inch, twelve
six-inch and twenty three-inch guns
in the main battery, while the second
airy group is made up of twenty forty
seven-millimeter Hotchkiss rapid-fire
cannon. Every one of these has to
be tested, not because the Russians
fear the efficiency of the runs them
selves, but to enable them to learn just
how the carriages and the fittings
stand the strain and also what sort of
a gun platform the vessel is.
Therefore the Cramps will man the
ship with a crew from their yards, all
of them skilled engineers and fremen,
and Capt. Stechensnovitch, the future
commander, will take aboard gun
crews made up from the 100 or more
men who are here as a part of the
crew that will take the ship home.
Once compasses are adjusted the
nose of the Retvizan will be pointed
out of the Delaware capes to the open
sea and she will be run slowly to the
deep water that lies Just beyond the
Five Fathom banks, perhaps sixteen
miles off shore. Then, between the
northeast and southwest, light vessels
of the Bank, known to be just liz
knots apart, the first speed run will be
made, and when all is found satisfac-
tory a northwest course will carry the
vessel far away from the track of any
regular liners or coasters and the
swarthy Russian sailors will be given
their chance to participate in the af-
fair.
This they will do by firing each gun
at nothing but the water, first with
half a service charge Of powder and
then with the regular war charge and
projectile. The effects of each shot
on every plate, beam and stanchion
will be noted, for the great guns use
210 pounds Of the highest power
smokeless powder to hurl their $50
pound pointed cylinders of steel, and
the crush and shock of such a dis
charge is little less than a small
earthquake.
There is one thing sure in connection
with the Retvizan. She will never
catch fire. The lessons of the Yalu
river, Manila bay and Santiago are
now too deeply rooted in the minds Of
the Russians to permit them to use
wood in any form in the construction
of their ships. So she has asbestos
bulkheads in all the living spaces ant
the entire interior is sheathed witt
the same fre-proof material. Ever
her boats will be of metal, a steI
which has not been taken by the
United States yet, though the newer
ships have precious little wood abou
them.
1t will be only a few days befor'
the world will know whether thi
SO, 900, 900 combination Of steel is
success or a failure, and if she prove
the test, as everybody believes sh
will, then the world must bow, TO
the era of the 1S-knct ~battleship ha
come,
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aboard, already tasting in anticipation
the cool, delicious beverage. Through
some mishap the string slipped from
his fingers, and the bottle sank to the
bottom of the river. Bishop Williams
sat up with a sigh, ard said, with his
eyes sparkling: "You say it, JONES'
you're a layman."-Boston Journal.
The Dupuyer acantha. [volume] (Dupuyer, Mont.) 1894-1904, 1901-12-19

American eyes, for the Russians manu-
facture all their own heavy ordnance
at the Obrukoff works. They are
really a modification of the famous
French Canet type and have practically
the same style of breech block and,
like all such weapons, are fired by
electricity and loaded by machinery,
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Has a Terrific Battery.

The Retvizan carries a terrific bat
terry and the big guns are novel to
Macon beacon., 1901-12-21
Cook SXiIIe Locals.

Mr.. Will Simpson. of Macon, is visi
ting his sister, Mrs, Downs
Mr.. F. A. Denton made a short trip
to Mobile this week.
Mr., VIM, Little. of Livingston, Ala. -,
was here on business few days ago
Mr.. and Mrs. Whitten have returned
to Macon after a visit to their country
place.
Miss Lena Bell is visiting in Macon.
Mr.. ]. R. Sparkman lost several hogs
from cholera.
Several visitors are expected to spend
the holidays in this vicinity,
Mrs. Underwood and daughter, Miss
Lillian visited Macon Wednesday.
We regret to note the illness of Mrs.
Denton,
Miss Annie Aust, of Binnville, who
has been visiting Miss Bessie Watt, re-
turned home Sunday.
M. j. c. Wilkerson came by Tues
day on his way to Dancy, Ala,
Mr.. McColum is erecting a residence
few miles west of here.
Mr., and Mrs. j. h.. Murray are Yisi
ting the home folks at Elon.
The afflicted mail boy was almost fro
zen when he reached here Saturday -
He had TO be lifted from mis- horse and
was unable to return for several days.
We hear there is a wild duck hunt and
several other hnnts planned for next
week. We suppose everybody will have
to go as that seems to be the only sport
our neigbborhood can afford. But we
wish everybody happy Christmas,
whether they go hunting or not.
TELEPHONE
Macon beacon., 1901-12-21
Something New tot Macon.

At c L, Heinrich Crystal and
Silver Palace aside from the usual large
assortment of China, Cut Glass.
Croekery, Toys for the children, Solid
Silver and Quadrupe plate Goods, |
will carry good assortment of Watches
and Jewelry, but if don't have in
STOCK just what you want, by consult
ing Mr.. w, E. Avery, the Jeweler and
Engraver, you can order anything in
the Jewelry line from him and get it on
short notice. Don It send your money
out Of town when you cal do-as well at
home. Give us a chance il all we ask
Carl Herman wishes to state that he
is still at the Crystal ard Silver Palace
and is always pleased to sec his old
friends, and TO make new ones. Call
and see him.
! am, in opening up this new feature.
endeavoring to supply the wants of the
good people Of Macon aud vicinity.
Hoping you will give us call before
going elsewhere, am
Yours respectfully,
9, L, HEINRICH,
Macon beacon., 1901-12-21
Saturday, Dec. 81. 1901

On the recurrence of the day that is
observed throughout all Christendom as
the natal day of the Saviour, the BEA-
CON takes the opportunity to send felici-
tations and good wishes to all Of its
readers, and particularly at this time to
express its sincere regard for all those
who have been its friends in deed and
remembered it in good season. We ten
der to all our thanks for their patronage
and wish them health, happiness and
all the compliments Of this joyful season
and with fervent hopes for bright and
happy New Year,
Macon beacon., 1901-12-21

Mr. Hunter william is now living in
our Mrs. Williams is teaching the sa
lem school,
Mr. C.J. Byrd is preparing torehuld
his house.
Mr. Robt. Farrar has returned from
the Mississippi bottoms.
The venerable Mrs Willis Hughes de
parted this life last Sunday evening and
was buried at Salem cemetery ffer
pastor for many years Rev J II Buck,
conducted the funeral services, .
Mr.. Jackson Young aud family and
Mr.. Jas Guy and family left for L6a
isiana about two weeks ago
Mr.. } Il Handy has had m addition
to his house and will have stock of
winter goods. He will be glad to LaYe
part of the patronage Of his friends.
Mrs Cameron been visiting leA
tlves in Macon but is az home again.a
Quite crowd of ladies and children
went to the swamp on scaly bark
hunt Last Thursday
Mr. j ii. Handy hus relatives from
Alabama rjsiting him now
We are glad to state that Mrs. Mark
Stuart, who has been on the sick list,
is up again. SALEM.
Macon beacon., 1901-12-21

Many members of the Methodist Con.
ference who are well known to the peo-
Pile of Noxubee county are located as
follows:
Rev. ]. D. Cameron was sent to Prai +.
rie in Monroe county. W. T. J. Sulli
van is P, e. Of the Sardis district, N i.
G. Augustus of the Holly Springs dis
trict. 7. W. Dye of the Greenville dis.
trict, and j, II. Mitchell of the Vino
ma district. S. NJ. Thames was sent to
Cold Water and Love, D. W. Babb to
Wesley and Batesville. 7. G. Weir to
Lexington and Tchula. D. G. Foust O.
kolona circuit, ]. A. Leech Okolona,
]. A. Bowen Tupelo, j. B. Randolph
Guntown and Baldwin, B. P. Fullilove
Ripley circuit. D. L. Cogdell Jamestown
and Belen, J. R. D. King Tunica. R
A. Burroughs was transferred to Texas
conference and T. Y. Ramsey to Little
Rock Conference. Next Conference will
be held at Tupelo.
Macon beacon., 1901-12-21
Friday Nights Storm.

The storm of the night of Dec, 18th
was widespread and in several places in
this state and in.Tennessee was of a
cyclonic character and destructive to
life and property; At the same hour it
was the most violent in Noxubee there
were cyclones in Pontotoc and Clay
counties.
We first hear. of the unwelcome Wis
itor in West Noxubee, where the resi-
dencs of Mr.. Dell Cockrell was almost
completely demolished. He and his
wife and child, the roof having been
carried entirely away, took refuge from
the terrific rain in a closet which was
left standing, and while in there the
child had spasms, There condition
was very distressing
1t next struck Mrs. Elkin's place,
blowing down the residence chimney,
the fencing, shade and fruit trees. and
did some damage to all the cabins,
stables. &c. 1t crossed the railroad
about half a mile north of Mr. Geo.
Augustus house, destroyed his corn
crib and scattered the corn, blew down
the cabins on the north end of the
place, and then passed on to the Gous-
sett place, where it was very destructive.
, The large barn was blown down and
the flying timbers killed a colt and
yearling, and his two phaeton horses
had their legs broken and had to be
killed. The carriage house and the
phaeton in 1t were wrecked, and the
| residence chimneys were blown down
All the cabins and out houses on the P
W. McMorries place were blown down,
his dwelling considerably damaged and
| fine saddle horse and several head of
cattle were killed. The Hopewell
colored church that stood Northeast of
the Goussett place was blown to the
ground. The Bell place was next in
| the path of the hurricane and the cab
ins were demolished. Then the Madison,
Robertson and Clay places felt the fury
Of the storm. On the Clay place the
gin house was blown down. There
was no loss Of human life that we have
heard Of. though several negroes were
injured, and one on the Goussett place
may die.
At Mr.. Cockrell s bureau was car
ried several hundred yards and found
uninjured, not even the glass being
broken. About mile Southwest Of
Mr.. Cockrell's negro had cut some
rails. Two of those rails went through
Mr.. Cockreil's house with the velocity
Of ball fred from cannon.
The Columbus Dispatch gives the
| following account Of the damage by the
storm in Lowndes county:
The southern section of this county
| was visited by destructive and disas-
trous storm last Friday night about
twelve O'Clock. The course Of the
storm was from the southwest to the
| northeast land while its path was mar
row it did considerable damage and
destroyed much valuable property in its
course. Perhaps. the most serious
destruction occurred on DR.. J. B. Har.
rington's place. His home was slight
ly damaged and his cotton seed house
was completely destroyed and his buggy
house swept away with its contents Of
vehicles, harness. etc. Many cabins
were wrecked, trees blown down and
fences destroyed. The storm did con-
siderable damage on Mr.. D. H. Har-
groye's place, Mr. Ledyard Vaughn s
plantation and on other farms.
Macon beacon., 1901-12-21

Another marriage which is to take
place in this county on next Wednesday
is that of Miss Agnes Walker Of Trinity,
who is to be welded to Mr.. ]. d. Cot
ton Of Brooksville. The ceremony unit
ing these two young people will be per-
formed by Rev. Perry e. Duncan and
will occur at the residence of the bride
grandfather, Mr.. N. Mitchell, Of Trim
ity. Miss Walker is pretty, lovable
girl and has many friends in the COM
munity in which she lives whose best
wishes attend her in ar approaching
happinss Dispatch.
Macon beacon., 1901-12-21

The financial acumen of the republi =
can party is remarkably well demons
trated by their handling Of the Philip
pine problem. After the expenditure
of $50, O00 900 purchase price and near.
ly S1OO, 900, 900 to maintain a sembIance
Of peace, they have succeeded in se-
curing almost ten per cent, of the
foreign trade of the islands.
Macon beacon., 1901-12-21
NOTICE, CoETR C oRs.

Bids will bG received at the Mayors of
flee in Macon until the meeting of the
board of mayor and aldermen oa the first
Tuesday in January, 1902, for city contract
or olsthe conyicts, as provided by the acts
of 1894, chapter rs and ordinance No, SO of
the Town of Macon. Bond in the sum of
$1,000 to he approved by The heard Of mayor
and aldermen 10 be given ny the party to
whom he contract is let within ten days
irem date of said contract.
decl4 Il. +. BELL. Clerk.
Macon beacon., 1901-12-21
Holiday Rates.

Account Of Christmas and New Year
holidays the Southern Railway will
sell tickets from points on is line to all
points south of the Ohio and Potomac
rivers and east Of the Mississippi river
at rate of one and one.third fare for the
round trip.
Tickets to b. sold on Dec. %, "a 25,
30 and 81 1901 and n 1902 with
final limit Jan 3, 1902
For further information apply to any
agent of the Southern Railway, or
G Il, JACKSON f. p A
2Ol9 First Ave
Birmingham. Ala.
Macon beacon., 1901-12-21

Commander Lucien Young has been
deposed by the Navy Department from
his position as Captain Of the port of
Havana Commander young has an
excellent record, but he was so indis.
Greet as to write letter to Kentucky
friend telling the truth about the situa-
tion in Cuba. situation by no means
Hattering to the republican.imperialistic
administration.
Macon beacon., 1901-12-21

The price being made now on every
line of merchandise, compels us to re-
quire the spot cash on every sale.
There is no profit in merely swapping
dollars. The best goods at the lowest
cash price. PATTY DRY GOODS Co.
Macon beacon., 1901-12-21

Notice, is hereby givar to al 1f .ho
trustee OF the 4a'H' ol- " u-
hpr county, that "a -rh vi b.
suspended from Frila, ev-ung Dec
20, 1901, until Monday morun. Dec.
30, 1901, for the Xmas holidays
S NJ THOMAS.
Co Supt Ed.
Macon beacon., 1901-12-21

There is no doubt but that whisky
can be made from watermelons, but
the Southern people have too much
consideration for the feelings of the
colored population to use watermelons
that way-as long as the corn crpp
holds out.
Macon beacon., 1901-12-21
At Auction

On "Wednesday Jan, is, 1902
/ will sell to the highest bidder fo'
CASH, all my Household and Kitchen
Furniture aud also my Farm contauA' Z
240 acres. over half in cultivation, viz
uated miles southwest Of Ma.hulayilie
in Noxubee County. Also2 Mules 3
Horses, head Of Cattle and improved
Farming l.apiements.-
W. II BOWMAN,
Macon beacon., 1901-12-21

According to Admirals Benham and
Ramsey, who were not present. the
Brooklyn loop lost distance and po.
sition, and yet Captain Clark, who
was present, testified that at the com .
pletion of the loop 'the Brooklyn was
fighting four Spanish cruisers at close
quarters and singlehanded. 3"
Macon beacon., 1901-12-21

$40, 900. 900 for the Philippine Islands,
Ss5, 900, 900 for maintaining an army in
the Philippines one year, $50. 900, 600
Spanish war claims, So. 900, 900 civil
list. Being world power makes a
beautiful topic for an after. dinner
speech, but it little expensive.
Macon beacon., 1901-12-21

In communication to the public,
DR., George w. Marshall, manager of
the Addicks campaign in Delaware,
says, "We claim to know the game Of
politics and play it for all it is worth. I"
No one will doubt that statement, but
gaming in politics is vicious employ
ment.
Macon beacon., 1901-12-21

From johnson place IA miles East of Ma
con, one small roan mare, with horse mule
colt. 6 or months old one blue mare
mule years old, and one red sorre mare
mule colt. year old. Any information
leauing to their recovery win be appreci-
ated and rewarded. T W. JACKSON.
Macon beacon., 1901-12-21

What lot of trouble negro'exclu.
sion act would have saved could it, haye
been enforced about the time the New
England slave traders began to sell
"men and brothers. to the Southern
nIautars
Macon beacon., 1901-12-21
Coming NuptiaIs.

The marriage of Miss Evalyn Bush
Snowden and Mr.. Joshua Stevens Cav
EFT will occur at the church in Deer
brook, Thursday afternoon. at O. clock.
All friends and relatives are cordially
invited to be present.
Macon beacon., 1901-12-21
A TRIBUTE OF LOVE.

We know how vain it is to philosO-
phize over the mysteries OF death. 1t
comes at early morn, at MONDAY and
at eventde: it knocks upon the door of
palaces and tenement alike. The young
are called in infancy and when the first
rose blush Of youthfulness bloom upon
the cheek in spring time or in autumn,
it comes with AN intrepid step and from
the countless dead who sleep the pa
thetic and dreamless sleep, our only con-
ISOLATION echoes back, Blessed are they
who die in the Lord, Such was our
consolation when we stood by the open
grave of Ms. Nancy Hughes or better
known as Grandma Hughes.
The dawn of the Sabbath bleeZes Of
December Sth, 1901, waited the pure
sweet soul back to the God who gave it,
at the ripened age Of eighty"one years
She was born March 18th 1921, She
leaves seven children and number of
grandchildren t. lament her loss For
over four score years she lived and
loved aud wrought in joy and sorrow
alike She gave her heart to God long,
long ago; in early sirlhood she became
consistent III 1mber of the Baptist
church and when the angels came and
bore her pure white soul away to its
eternal home they found her ready,
waiting upon the limit of we'll spent
life, and with armor on, her soul aglow,
she iell asleep in Jesus arms.
'Tls sweet to think upon her life and
character, filled with vicissitudes and
responsibilities se'f-sacrifice and tender
love for all. She was christian in the
highest sense and we miss her in oul
homes, around our hearthstones and in
the sick chamber She, in her feeble
old age, was waiting upon the Lord
Her mission was one of sunshine and
love, and well of joy she was tc
those who knew her best; vet Otter
times when we looked into her dear ole
face so pure, SO tender, so ethereal, WI
trembled lest the storms Of life nigh
overturn the little bark that sailed 81
long with Joy and love.
! Her sweet life closed as flower shut
its petals; her years well spent, she wa
waiting for the call.
The evening bells or morning star,
Aud one clear call so free
For there was no mourning at the bar
When she put out to sea.
ONE WHO LOVED HER.
Here's SompthinS for tba bHhies gOl
Macon beacon., 1901-12-21

Retired Admiral Brown says naval
engagement should be judged by the
results, an opinion with which Ad-
miral Sampson entirely concurs as he
fondly contemplates his bank account.
Macon beacon., 1901-12-21

Asa change Of business will be made
on January 1st. 1909. and closing up
OF the old business is desired, those par.
ties having accounts at the drug store of
I. .. Murphey are respectfully request.
ed to call and settle same as soon as pcs
sibie. MRS. s, L. MURPHEY.
Macon beacon., 1901-12-21

Mr.. Roosevelt has clearly indicated
his intention of permitting the Senators
from Ohio to settle their own differences
without fear or favor from the White
House.
Macon beacon., 1901-12-21

All parties are warned, under the penal
ty of the law, not to trtspass on our lands
by hunting or otherwise. The lands lie in
district . of Noxubee county.
T. B. PAULETTE,
J.W. PAULETTE,
dec21-4m r, B. McHENRY.
Macon beacon., 1901-12-21

Ladies of Meridian are getting up a
fund to bny toys, dolls, etc. for the
poor children. 1t would take a big
fund to supply all the poor children of
Macon, thore are 80 many of them this
wear
Macon beacon., 1901-12-21
Pocket Book Lost.

Lost Thursday evening in Macon. a
pocket book containing two fyes and a
ten dollar bIll and four dollars silver,
also receipt from J P. Stovall for
SlOO. dated Nov a, 1901. A liberal
reward offered for information that will
lead to its recovery.
dec,7. CALLIE CoLBURN
Macon beacon., 1901-12-21

THE BEACON has received copy Of
Senator Moneys bill relative to the
collection of Abandoned Property and
the prevention of frauds in the insur-
rectionary districts of the United
States.
Macon beacon., 1901-12-21
1ALLIE CoLBURN
Can Do So?

Those of the managers and c.erks of
the election who ave us would do us a
favor il they would send us a postal or
word authorizing us to draw their wal
l.n.Lt
Macon beacon., 1901-12-21

If Judge-Advocate Lemly had not
weakened on that cowardice charge he
might have obtained a verdict on that
count too and saved his historian,
Maclay, from criminal-libel prosecu
t;op
Macon beacon., 1901-12-21
TREspAss NOTICE.

My land lying on both sides of the Bran
lette road. seven miles northwest Of Macon,
is posted, aud all parties are forbidden to
trespass on 1t by hunting or otherwise.
noyaS-lm Z. c. NORWOOD.
Macon beacon., 1901-12-21

THE BEACON is indebted to represent
ative Fox for the Congressional Record
and other favors.
Macon beacon., 1901-12-21

Violins, Guitars, Baujos, Mandolins
and Harps, at prices o suit ihe times
at the Book Store
Macon beacon., 1901-12-21

Please do not order unless you are PIE
pared to pay bill when presented
dec 81 j. II. WILLIAMS.
Macon beacon., 1901-12-21
Dolls Dolls Dolls
Town IaIK.

Dressed, Kid Body and China Limb
Dolls of all kinds at Book Store.
Macon beacon., 1901-12-21

WheI in need Of anything for you
sewing machine call on H. W. Doss, 10
cal agent for the
SINGER MFG Co Columbus, Miss
Macon beacon., 1901-12-21
Fire Works.

The largest stock of fire works ever
in town at the cheapest prices at the
Book Store.
Macon beacon., 1901-12-21

Everybt dy is talking about the fine
assortment of Medallions on display a
the Book Store.
Macon beacon., 1901-12-21

Here is a petition we know will reach
Santa Claus and be granted:
Deer brook mississippi
Dear Mr. Santa Claus
want you to come and see me Christ
mas night Iwaut pair of mittens. -
A sword, too. Three punches of fire
crackers. One bundle Of roman can
dies. Some books. A box of tol pedols.
LEO l.. COLE. JR.
Macon beacon., 1901-12-21
Christmas is Coming.

Go to Rogers & Co S. for Fruit Cake,
Cranberries. Celery, turkeys and
Mince Meat.
Macon beacon., 1901-12-21
non sALN.

Brick store on corner south Of Macon
Hotel Address, 2. o, Box O..
Decl4-lm
Macon beacon., 1901-12-21
ONE VINO LOVED HER

Here's somethinS for the babies soft
sole shoes in pink, blIe, red, white green
and b ack, SOC ani Zoe Il pair
DURANT OW Ms,
Macon beacon., 1901-12-21
RACK III STORE,

Mr. W II Bowman Of Mashulayille,
a3yertisos to sell ont Jan. 18TH, with
the intsntion olrsturning to Wisconsin.
Mr. Bowman is an industrious, good
citizen and we wish he could fad it to
bis interest to remain here.
Macon beacon., 1901-12-21

For new citron, raisins. curlants and
nuts be sure to 90 to w V. Rogers &
Macon beacon., 1901-12-21

If you would keep your feet dry and
warm wear cork insoes. Only ten cents
at L f. HolDerg's.
Macon beacon., 1901-12-21

Umbrellas and parasols
DuRANT OWENS.