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Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-12-07
THE PITH AND POINT
OF WHAT IS SAID
By People of Americas in Various
Walks.
TALKED WHILE THEY TRADED.
A Roundup Of The News and Gossip
of Day Here in Americas = A
Bunch of Little Tales Whacked off
Quite Short.

Georgia Seed Rye, Buist's turnip
Seed. HUDsoNsDRUa STORE.
Nothing was heard yesterday reIa-
tive to the fate of the Americas charter
amendment bill, now pending in the
legislature.
If you are looking for Christmas
presents read G. T. Sullivan's ad. AL
so call and inspect his magnificent
stock. 1t is great.
Atlanta, with her usual enterprise,
has captured the first snowstorm of the
season. If Americas is entitled to one
Atlanta can have it also.
After months-nay years of weary
waiting, the city authorities will pro-
ceed to replace the old plank walk on
Forsyth street with brick.
A band of gypsies, with the usual
queen attachment, is encamped near
the city, and all old maids here are be-
ing married off to rich princes.
A thirty cent blizzard struck Ameri
Gus yesterday, and while the sun shone
out at intervals the weather was as
disagreeable as any this winter.
The sale of reserved seats for "The
Wrong Mr.. Wright" will begin this
morning. This is an attraction theatre
goers cannot well afford to miss.
In the death of Capt. Pc. Olegg and
Capt. s. McGarrah Amerlcus loses two
of her most prominent citizens - men
whose places are not easily filled.
The recent severe weather is pro-
ductive of pneumonia and la grippe,
and several cases are reported. One
needs to be exceeding careful now.
A wagon train of thirty bales cotton
rolled in from the twenty-eighth dis
trict yesterday. Nearly if not all of it
was owned by Mr.. j. l.. Chambliss.
Mine Host Il. S. McCIeskey, of the
Hotel Windsor, holds the palm up to
date for shooting birds. In a hunt
yesterday he bagged 81 fine cartridges.
The negro woodhauler was ''the man
of the people" yesterday and with an
armful of kindling was chased upon
every corner by the man with dollar.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-12-07
WHO COME TO THIS
BIG TOWN OF OURS,
People Who Travel in Trains Back
and Forth.
THESE VISITORS TO AMER1CUs.
Are Among the Recent rivals Here
= Read the List Below and See
If Your Own Name Is Written
There.

J. Fl. Bryant registered from Ken
lucky yesterday among the several ar
rivals at the Allen House.
Mayor B. T. Wise came over from
The Plains yesterday morning to look
after matters of business here.
Mr.. Walter X. WheatIey returned
yesterday from Savannah. where he
went recently upon a business trip.
DR.. W. 81. Tatum, a we'll known
citizen of Louvale, Stewart county,
was among other visitors here yes
terday,
Miss Callie V. Norton, the guest of
Mrs. Fannie n. Furlow for several
weeks, has returned to her home in
Midway, Ala.
Mrs. John Holmes, OF Macon, and
Mrs. Leonard, of Vienna, the guests
of Mrs. W. A. Dodson, have returned
to their homes.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-12-07
Ladies' Jackets.

All who have stock Of Jackets pronounce 1t as
of the best stocks shown In Amercus Tn sales
fully demonstrate that FIR since we have been in
business have sold many The goo1s made right
the styles right the fit right not least
the prices right Every 10 Americus who wishes
jacket for herself daughter will time and money
by coming here and what to be had in this de
partme1t If you look elsewhere you will be sure t. come
back here for there in Amercus to equally ours in
variety and style.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-12-07
COMING OF WRONG MR.. WRIGHT
a Welcome Will Be Extended That
Individual.

Wright, though wrong in one sense,
will do right in coming to Americas
Monday night as proposed, and right
appreciative people will do themselves
wrong in not seeing Mr.. Wright.
This is the finest farce comedy before
the public today and has made a mil
lion people laugh as only one of Broad
bursts plays can. "The Wrong Mr..
Wright" has never been presented
here, and an appreciative audience
will greet this splendid company Mon
day night.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-12-07
Durable Hosiery.

For children is hard thing to get. They almost FasS
to be made of leather to stand the that boys ard
girls give them We take pleasure In nciug that
have just accepted the agency of the fam Bleck Cat
Stockings and will guarantee every pair Of wear
better than any hosiery You bought The manufac-
turers stand behind us making them go5d We have
just opened up splendid line of them offer them at
12, 15c, 2Oc 25c, pair. Every air of them he Black
Cat ticket them.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-12-07
Purify The Blood.

By taking the old reliable Botanic
Blood Balm (B. B. b.; cures ulcers,
scrofula, eczema, pimples, itching skin,
aching bones, boIls, carbuncles. If
you are all run down take B. B. B, It
will give life, vigor and strength to the
blood. B. B. B. makes the blood pure
and rich. Druggists, 81. Trial treat
ment free, by writing Blood Balm Co.,
Atlanta, Ga.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-12-07

While in New York we selected the
most beautiful line of goods, especial
ly suited for Christmas gifts, ever
brought to Americus. We shall call
your attention to them through the
columns of the Times-Recorder, but
they must be seen to be appreciated,
and trust all will favor us by looking
them over whether wishing to pur-
chase or not.
JAMES FRICKER & BRO.
1O.1 ~
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-12-07
BOWLING TAKEN TO COALMINE

To Serve Life Sentence For Killing
Joiner.
o. L Bowling, a resident of Vienna
but who has been in the Americas Jail
for nearly year, was carried away by
penitentiary guard yesterday to serve
a life sentence in a north Georgia coal
niue. Last year Bowling, who is a
prominent citizen of Dooly county,
killed DR.. Joiner, likewise a man of
much prominence. He was convicted
of the crime and sentenced to the peni-
tertiary for life, but the case was ap-
pealed and pending decision by the
supreme court Mr.. Bowling has been
confined in the Americus Jail. He is
quiet man of refined manner, and dur
ing his long stay here was a model
prisoner.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-12-07

Editor Lynch of "Daily POST Phil
lipsburg, N. j., has tested the merits
of FoleY's Honey and Tar with this
result: ct have used great many pat
emit remedies in my family for coughs
and colds, and can honestly say your
Honey and Tar is the best thing of the
kind have ever used and cannot say
too much in praise of it." John R.
Hudson,
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-12-07
Saved at Graves Brink.

II know 1 would long ago have been
in my grve'' R,ii,s Ms. s. H. New
som. of Decatur, Ala, 'ff it had not
been for Electric Bltters. For three
years [ suffered untold agony from the
worst forms of Indigestion, Water
brash, Stomach and Bowel Dyspepsia.
But this excellent medicine did me a
world of good. Since using it ] Can
eat heartily and have gained 30 pouUds. ;"
For Indigestion, Loss of Appetite,
Stomach. Liver and Kidney troubles
Electric Bitters are positive, gnaran-
teed cure. Only SOC at Eldridge's drug
store.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-12-07
Blankets.

Blankets need first of all to be warm, but mort de-
mands also that they be both pleasant smell and touch
Only scentless woo carded to the pleasant fluffy warmth
used in the making of the blankets show Of course
not all the blankets all woo cotton better for the
warp In some OF the cheaper grades.
We particularly anxious for you the blankets
offer at 81 So 50 co. 81 So S. SO So s S. SO so and
and upwards to S12 so pair
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-12-07
FUNERAL OF MRS. GEORGE s1EG
Conducted From Her Late Residence
Yesterday.

The announcement yesterday morn
ing of the death of Mrs. George nj.
Sieg was heard with keen sorrow by
her many friends, though not wholly
unexpected. Her critical illness dur
ing the past week had prepared them
for the blow which they felt was in
eyitabIe, though it caused inexpressl-
bic sadness among those VINO knew
and loved her best. Mrs. Sieg was in
the flower of young womanhood, and
none knew her but to love her. To
the young husband and motherless
little ones, her parents, Mr.. and Mrs.
j. Fl. Poole, her sisters and brothers,
the deepest sympathy of all is extend
ed. The funeral services were con-
Quoted from her late home on Lamar
street yesterday by Rev. r. L, Bivins
and were largely attended.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-12-07

Bargains in You know what
Mems Wear we use that
word bargain.
IF you don't know, this is a
good chance to find out.
Mems Jersey fleeced lined I'm
dershirts and Drawers to match,
extra heavy good quality, regular
price 69c; this week at 49c each.
so Dozen Mems Night Shirts,
made of good cotton, extra long,
nicely embroidered down front;
regular price 75c; this week at soc.
100 Dozen Mems fast black and
tan Socks, all sizes; regular price
15c; this week at 10c.
so Dozen Mems Jersey Knit
Gloves, fleeced lined, in black and
brown; worth soc; this week at 25c.
so Dozen Mems Work Shirts,
good heavy quality, fast colors, all
sizes; worth 75c and 81, this week
at SOC.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-12-07
THETFORD rs GIVEN A VERDICT

In Damage Suit Against Central Rail
road.
In Sumter superior court the jury in
the case of Thetford vs. Central of
Georgia Railway, complaint for DANA
ges, found for the plaintiff in the sum
of 5000. Mr.. Thetford, who is a resi-
dent of Columbus, was injured in get
ting off a train near Americus. He
sued the road for $4,000.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-12-07
GEO D. WHEATLEY. GEO. D. WHEATLEY.
AL Arguments Halt When You Face Facts.

To bring you face to face with facts OF the OBJ
1ects of our advertising, To impress these facts upon
your inner CONSCIOUSNESS is another object. November
and north wind have rpened many lots of merchandise
for the pcking-the gottohave-it, winte1ish things
that you're looking for. Wen write you the facts
corning some of them-iust the plain simple truth.
Scores of other offerings equally good, invite you
to investigate. Can't advertise everything
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-12-07
FOils a Deadly Attack.

"My wife was SO ill that good physi-
clans were unaqle to help her, writes
M. M. Austin, of Winchester, Ind.
but was completely cured by Or.
Kings New Life Pulls" They work
wonders in stomach and liver troubles.
Cure constipation, sick headache. %
cts. at Eldridge's drug store.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-12-07
TIE MODERN MOTHER

Has found that her little ones are
improved more by the pleasant Syrup
of Figs, when in need of the laxative
effect of gentle remedy, than by any
other. Children enjoy it and it bene-
fits them. The true remedy, Syrup of
Figs, Is manufactured by the California
FigSyrup Co. only.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-12-07

Old and reliable firm wants business
manager at Americas; salary $500
yearly; $500 cash and satisfactory ref
erences required; commercial refer
ence furnished; position permanent.
Address Postofice Box 281, Philadel-
phia, Pc.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-12-07
CRASHED IN PASSENGER TRAIN
Loaded Car of Timber Does Little
Damage,

An accident which might have re-
suited seriously occurred at the Gen.
trail depot at noon yesterday. A pas
senger train occupied the main line
and into this crashed polecar loaded
with heavy timbers. The timber car,
in some manner, got away from work
gang up the road and, running down
the steep grade, crashed into the en-
CINE of the passenger train. The pi-
lot was smashed, this being the extent
of the damage.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-12-07
ChiIdren'S Jackets.

Our stock of Children Refers never SO large so
reasonable in price, satisfactory every way We think
please every wanting chlldrens garments The
prices range from $125 to $12 So The popular of
course those around $3.50 to $3.50
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-12-07
Pine and Oak Wood.

I have for sale 400 cords oak and pine
wood, So per cord, deliverd. Send vonr
orders to Chambliss Warehouse Go.
If F. W. GRIFFIN.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-12-07
Ready-tO-Wear Waists.

The flannel waists of the Elk brand introduced by us
here last season. we'll represented in at pres
ent There's deal of satisfaction beirg abe to come IN
and find waist ready to the minute it. and
that's what you do here The prices range from soc to
Sc so.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-12-07
For Clerk and Treasurer.

am candidate for the office of clerk and
treasurer of Americas, subject 10 the action
of the democratic primary on Dec. 10th, and
ask the support of my friends and the demo
cratic voters of the city Respectfully
Il. n, HAWKES..
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-12-07
For Alderman.

RAt'the solicitation of friends, announce
my candidacy for the office of alderman of
Americas, subject to the action of the Demo
cratic primary on 10th inst. Respectfully.
J. B, HUDSON,
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-12-07
For Clerk and Treasurer.

thereby announce my candidacy for the
once of clerk and Treasurer of the city OF
Americas to fill the unexpired term OF H. >.
Davis, resigned. Subject to the democratic
primary election on december 10TH.
Respectfully,
81. e. MITCHELL
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-12-07
For Alderman.

I announce my candidacy for the Office of
alderman of Americas, subject to action of
the democratic primary on 10th inst, asking
my friends for their support. promise that
ty for the interest and welfare of the people.
q. M. BRAGG,
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-12-07
Attention Veterans.

Members of Camp Sumter, U. @. V.
are requested to meet at City hall at 8
o'clock this morning to attend the bur-
ial service of our late comrade, IL. G,
Olegg. By order of
J. B. PILsBURY, Com.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-12-07
FUNERAL OF CAPTAIN CLEGG

Will Be Conducted at $50 O'clock
This Morning,
The funeral services of Captain Perry
@. Clegg will be conducted from First
Baptist church at $50 o'clock this morn
ing by the pastor, Rev. RE. Neighbor
Friends of the family, and of Mr.. and
Mrs Lee Allen, are respectfully invited
to attend. The pallbearers will be
Messrs. E. J. Eldrige, r. J. Perry, T.
M. Allen, T WheatIey, J. E D. Ship,
J.B Dunn, G. W. Glover. Jno W.Shiver.
j. n. Scar borough, r. L. McMath.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-12-07
ANNOUNCEMENTS,
For Alderman.

I am candidate for the ONCE of alderman
of Americas, subject to the action of the
democratic primary on Dec. 10th and ask the
support OF my friends and all democratic
of the ONCE to the best of nv ability for the
interest Cf the city. B. e. TURNER
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-12-07
For Alderman.

I hereby announce my candidacy for re-
election to the office of alderman, subject to
the action of the democratic primary on the
18th inst. Respectfully.
@. / SHERLOCK
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-12-07
TaiIOr-Made Suits.

The trade continues good in suits and accessons
to the ranks are frequent. The have found
that showing them suits made about perfect
possible to get them and the prices always
enable
The dress and walking skirts are In active demand
The stock of them full Of all the desirable numbers
No trouble to find here skirt to suit you either style or
price.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-12-07

An=WOOl The big, warm
coy, comfortable
Blankets sorts. The wear
a-life-time sorts.
Best blanket investment you
ever made, if you buy now.
% Pair all-wool Blankets, bound
with silk, beautiful borders in red,
pink and blue, at $2.75.
% Pair all-wool ia Blankets,
wide, silk binding and delicate
borders, colors, worth anywhere
$500; this week at $3.50.
20 Pair fine all-wool California
Blankets ia, beautiful tinted
borders, silk bound; regulars price
$3.50; this week at $500.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-12-07
For Alderman.

am candidate for the office of alderm an
subject to the action of the primary on 10th
inst. and ask the support of my friends and
the demo cratic voters of Americas. Respect
fully. ELMO POOLE.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-12-07
For Alderman.

1 snnounce my candidacy for reelection
as alderman of Americas subject to the &C
ton of the Democratic primary on Tuesday
next, 10Th inst Respectfully.
T. 6 ROLTON
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-12-07
Ladies' Underwear n eve1
The Warm Kind eased
~ AAA with orr

underwear buying than this
season. Such good, honest,
warm underwear at such rea-
sonable prices would please
the most critical.
Ladies' Jersey ribbed feeced I'M
dervest, in white and natural color,
all sizes, worth 4Oc; this week 25c.
Ladies' extra heavy Jersey rib
bed fleeced undervests and drawers,
goods values at 75c; this week SOC.
Children's and Misses undervests
good heavy quality at 15e, zoe and
25c.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-12-07
For Alderman.

am a candidate for the office of alderman
of Americas, subject to the action of the
Democratic primary on 10th. Respectfully.
HUGH L, MIZE.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-12-07
For Rent.

5 room dwelling 833 Church street
near cemetery. CHAs, l.. ANsLEY
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-12-07

No wonder the up-to-date' girl limps
after being vaccinated.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-12-07
Buying Time
For
Dress Goods.

Z u y LII cut
would require much space. To
tell you a little and have you
guess the rest is not enough.
Why not come and see tor
yourself. These items for this
time.
SO Inch Granite Cloth in colOrs
of red, green, navy, gray, sage,
royal blue cardinal brown, at soc.
Is Pieces plaid back all-wOol
dress goods, suitable for rainy
day skirt or handsome suit; to be
made without lining, 90 and So
inches wide; worth $1.75 and 50,
short lengths to close at $1.25 and
$1.5O.
10 Pieces 44-inch Barathea cloth
in all fashionable shades, very
stylish material for suits, will wear
well; worth CSC, this week at 75c.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-12-07

ALI the rivers that bless the world
have their rise in God.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-12-07
Americus Cotton Market,

AMER1oUs, Ga, Dec. 18th, 1901.
Received yesterday, ....... 1873 bales
Received previously, ......22, ia 6
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-12-07
SPECIALS;
FOR
Saturday land Monday.

20 Dozen. Ladies EOn1t1a
Union Suits, all sizes, worth
75c, at ..~I........ soc
Boys and Missiles Union
Suits, heavy quality, worth
SOC, at ................. Csc
Ladies Ribbed Shirts and
Pants. worth soc. at. ..25
Children's undervest, fleec-
ed, at. 10c, 15c to 25c
Chlldren's white wool I'm
dervest, all sizes, at... .25c
Mems heavy feeced Under
shirts and Drawers, at. 45c
3 Cases Sample Hats, all
shapes, worth s., at. Csc
300 Pairs Women's .Glove
or Pebble Grain Shoes, at CSC
Trunks in all sizes and
kinds, ........... SOC to So
Capes and Jackets,
soc to $40
Southern Silks, Cheviots
IN stripes and plaids, 8 1-3c
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-12-07
For Sale.

Red Rust Proof Seed Oats, best in
market. J. W, HIGHTowER.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-12-07
Seasonab|e Offerings.

This store aboundS in
just such offerings as this
weather would suggest.
Without going very much
into details we will try and
interest you in the items
which interest nearly
every Wearer of cloths Just
now.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1901-12-07

Total receipts to date, :. .22, 302 bales
We quote the market as follows:
Good Middliug. ........... 100 y cts.
Middling, ................. 7@74 cts.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1901-01-12
PLAYS Nd PLAYERS

phenomenal, business Ia America
since It's return from Australia last
July, In many places IL has broken
an records and the standing room
sign hae been often displayed. The
entertainment Is said Go be excellent
aud i stsled "A Rag Time Carnival"
ln which Is introduced by the per.
formers "A most novel program con-
sistinE ~ refined minAtreisY. bur
lcsaue. songs, music, dances. Choir
uses and quArtettes, plantation pas
times, and the depietlons Il life
among the negroes In the South.
There are % people Ia the company,
10 Of whom are oetoroons. and ev.
eryone Is an artist, also hand and
orchestra. Prominent among the
lady vocalists are Madah flyer, the
famous operate soprano. Robert @.
l.ogan. the wonderful basso pro-
fundo. Leon Rookie, the fayorite
Australian tenor. and I'd Poole,
baritone. and the Trocadcru quar-.
ictte. The codemtans are jerry
Mills. KID Austin. brown and How
ard tknown as the ''f<oontoWn kom-
ical kusaes") and Tom Logan. Nirs
Kitty Carter, champion lady buck
and wing dancer OF America. aud
Mabel De horde. eccentric dancer,
are said 20 be remar kable. as il also
john Parnplin. the famous ZounVe
and classic tuggler. As a whole, the
entertainment il u unusual merit.
The hnale Coon Town 900" which
q largely interspafsed with music
and comedy. bring forth continued
applause and roara % laughter.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1901-01-12
TfIfGRApHI( BRIfFS.

Three thousand passenger. on ten
trains ar~ snnS bound m Russia
MAJ. Gen. r. :. OTIS Is suffering
from an attack % Ia grippe In chi
cage.
Snow slides are the order Of the
day IN Colorado. several fatalities
have resulted near Denver.
Negotiations over the amended
Hay Ia uncefose treaty we're begun
yesterday In Lonfon. Nothing new
has developed. a
The attorney general Of Ohio has
brought SUN against the Cincinnati
Edison Electric Company N test tbs
validity Of psrpetnai franchise.
The second trial Of Jessie Morri.
son will be- hnid IN March at Ell
dorado. Misx Morrison has given
up her proposed trip 10 the East.
The Pan-American Steamship CO.
will begin operations 40 = freight
service b~tween chsns ana Japan
and New Jersey via the susz canal
early this spring.
Reports are current In Newport.
Ny. that Frank ~. Brown. the de-
faulting teller of The German Ne
tional Bank. may return and make
some sensational confessIons.
Mrs. Lulu Prince ksnpsdy. whn
killed her husband OF . month IN
Kansas city Thhrsday. n very res,
less and absolutely refuses 20 talk.
Two men wex .hiiicd and several
injured near sarta Hnrhara yeater-
day by the overturuing Of a con-
atfurtIon car