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No Discrimination.

Washington, February 1S.-Com- missioner of Education Harris denied today before the Senate committee on education and labor that there is any discrimination against the colored races in the distribution of funds ex- pended by the government for educa- tional purposes, as has been charged in some places.
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ATTENTION!
Members of King Solomon

Members of King Solomon Lodge No. 46O, A. F. & A. M. There will be a special com- munication of this lodge held on Thursday, the 2Oth day of February 1902, at 7:3O p. m. for the purpose of hearing and acting upon the report of the Temple Committee. This is a very important matter, and all members are earnestly requested to be present. Jas. T Meade, Sec. !, F. M. Roof, M. w.
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Da Costas to burn.

Call and see demonstration this week and next at Love- man, Joseph & Loeb's of Huckins' famous Soups and Potter & Wrightington cele- brated meats. Fox Sons & Smith Co, Agents
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POSTMASTER KILLS HIMSELF.
Inspector Found Him Short $15oo and
 Death Followed Quickly.

Hastings. Neb., February 18.-Louts B. Partridge, postmaster at KeneshaW, this county, committed suicide today by shooting himself in the head. He died almost instantly.
 A postofice inspector today began an investigation of his books and con fronted the postmaster with what he asserted was a dedication of $500. Partridge made no explanation, but went directly to his room and shot himself
The age-herald., 1902-02-19
Will Abolish Sugar Counties.

London, February 1S.-A dispatch to the Central News from Brussels says that Austria has decided in compliance with the demand made by Great Britain to abolish sugar bounties and to reduce the import duty on sugar to five francs. The correspondent declares the adherence of Hungary to this decision to be assured
The age-herald., 1902-02-19
TUSCALOOSA

Tuscaloosa, February S.-(Special. )-Mr. Vincent M. Fillmore left yesterday after noon oyer the Mobile and Ohio Railroad for Montgomery. From there he will go to Atlanta, then to Jefferson Barracks near St. Louis, where he will meet his regi- ment. They are under orders for the Philippines, and it Is probable that they will leave at a very early date. Every ef- fort was put into effect to have Lieuten- ant Fillmore remain, but to no avail. His departure is regretted by faculty stu dents and all that knew him. MT. N. A. Youille, who has been em- ployed here for many years by the gov ernment, has accepted similar position at Portland Ore. He is from Mobile, but has spent many years in Tuscaloosa and is a graduate of the university.
 A young man from Green County ap- peared at the Mayors court yesterday for drunkenness and disorderly conduct. He said that he bought bottle of whis- ky from the dispensary and before he was aware of 1t he was intoxicated. While in this condition someone relieved him of his purse He accused several persons, 
 man. He says that he came to Tusca- loosa on business, and was to have been married tomorrow. In making the con fession he broke down and cried
 Mrs. Lula Hawkens received telegram from Blocton Sunday announcing the death of her sister, Mrs. George, which occurred at that place. Mrs. George was formerly Miss Tinie Pumpfrey and a
 
 brothers and sisters survive her. Mrs. Hawkins left for Blocton to attend the funeral.
 Mir. Victor Friedman, Capt A. F. Prince and Miss Minnie Widman are in the metropolis, where they are purchasing extensively for their respective firms.
 A painful accident happened to MT. Jesse Lowe of the firm of Christie. Lowe & Heyworth, Friday, which came near resulting seriously. He was holding spirited horse when the animal suddenly raising his head, broke the halter, which struck MT. Lowe In the eye knocking him to the floor. For awhile 1t was feared he would lose his sight. News has been received from Atlanta. where he went for treatment, saying his sight would be fully restored.
 Sheriff Kyle received a telegram from the sheriff of Wilcox County, stating that the man wanted for forging notes was held there. MT. Kyle left at once. IL will be remembered that this young man ap- peared at MT. Kyles office about a week ago and had him sign a draft on his father, which proved to be a forgery. He has practiced this crime in many cities in southern Alabama and Mississippi.
 Miss Ellen Foster entertained the Up- To-Date Club yesterday afternoon. The delightful programme was as follows: Vienna, Mrs. Henry Fitts; Literature and Politics, Mrs. Glenn Foster; Musicians and Artists, Mrs. J. l.. Fant; Places and Buildings of Note. Mrs. R. B. Dugger; Current Events. Mrs. F. P. Culver.
 MT. G. A. Lederlee of the firm of Chris tie. Lowe X Heyworth has returned from Fernandina, Fla, where he has been sev- eral weeks.
 News has been received here from Mo bile of the marriage of MT Ben Williams to Miss Mamie Gerald. The groom for merly resided in Tuscaloosa, where he
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WEAK WOMEN

Are made strong by the use of Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription. It egul a t C s the periods, d ri e 8 weakening drains, heals inhamnia- ton and alteration and cures female weakness.
 Sick women are invited to consult Doctor Pierce, by letter, free. All wo m a n 1 y conf- dence held in sacred secrecy and guarded by strict professional privacy. Write without fear and without fee to Dr. R. V. Pierce, Buffalo, N, Y.
 cI had been a great sufferer from female W C a k mes s." writes Mrs. M. B. Wallace, of Muenster, Cooke Co.,, Texas. cI fyfed Jonr doctors and none did ne any good. I suffered six years, but at last I found relief I. followed your advice, and took eight bottles of Favorite Prescription,' and four of the 'Golden Medical Discovery I now feel like a ne1s zUoman. I have gained eighteen pounds"
 Doctor Pierce's Pleasant Pellets cure biliousnes9 and sick head! ache. They dS not create the pill habit.
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held responsible position in the office of the master mechanic at the Mobile and Ohio depot.
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s1,25o,oo Building for New orIenas

Washington, February 18.-Senator Scott from the Senate committee on public buildings today reported favor ably the bill authorizing the construc- tion of a public building at New Or
The age-herald., 1902-02-19

MT. G. A. Lederlee of the firm of Chris tie. Lowe X Heyworth has returned from Fernandina, Fla, where he has been sev- eral weeks.
The age-herald., 1902-02-19

News has been received here from Mo bile of the marriage of MT. Ben Williams to Miss Mamie Gerald. The groom for merly resided in Tuscaloosa, where he
The age-herald., 1902-02-19

Miss Ellen Foster entertained the Up To-Date Club yesterday afternoon. The delightful programme was as follows: Vienna, Mrs. Henry Fitts; Literature and Politics. Mrs. Glenn Foster; Musicians and Artists, Mrs. J. l.. Fant; Places and Buildings of Note, Mrs. R. B. Dugger; Current Events, Mrs. F. P. Culver.
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Gadsden and Mrs. Hammond of Mont gomery aunts of MT. Browning, were with him at his death.
The age-herald., 1902-02-19

Gen. George D. Johnston will deliver his lecture, "Remjniscences of the Old South," tonight in Clake Hall.
The age-herald., 1902-02-19

MT. Wilkins was the son of MT. and Mrs. Mat Wilkins The deceased was 21 years old and a member of the Calhoun Rifles at the time of his death.
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Mrs. Charles E. Wilkins, who has been ill with pneumonia for several days, Is
The age-herald., 1902-02-19

Mir. N. A. Youille, who has been em- ployed here for many years by the gov ernment, has accepted similar position at Portland, Ore. He is from Mobile, but has spent many years in Tuscaloosa and Is graduate of the university.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-03-04
WHO COME TO THIS
BIG TOWN OF OURS,
People Who Travel in Trains Back
and Forth.
THESE VISITORS TO AMERICUs.
Are Among the Recent Arrivals Here
= Read the List Below and See
If Your Own Name Is Written
There.

Charles Bernard. of Savannah. was
among others from the Forest City in
Americas yesterday.
Mr., and Mrs. Fl. J. Fife returned to
Americas yesterday after visit of sew
eral DAYS in Atlanta.
Mrs. J. 3. Pilsbury is still quite Ill
with lagrippe, having been confined
to her room for two weeks.
PC. Cannon and c. Z. Gilbert were
among the Maconites registered yes
terday at the Windsor Hotel
Mrs. Edward Hines returned home
yesterday after pleasant visit of two
days to relatives in Leesburg.
Miss Gertrude White came from AL
bany yesterday upon a visit to her sis
ter, Mrs. James 4. Davenport.
MIR. and Mrs J. S. Collins, who have
been in Way for some time, re-
turned to Americas yesterday,
Mr.. Arthur Rylander spent yester'
day in Americas, his home, returning
to Lake Butler, Fla last night.
J. W. Newman registered from Wash
ington, Ga. yesterday among the sew
eraI arrivals at the Allen House.
Miss Ruth Stowe, one of Americus
most charming young ladies, returned
yesterday from visit in MOultrie.
Miss Kate T. Thornton, who is at
tending the Peabody Normal College
at Knoxville, is at home for few days
Mr.. and Mrs. G. ". Harris, of Daw
son, were in Americas yesterday, Ell
route to Charleston upon bridal trip
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-03-04
ANXIOUS TO HEAR Ell CAPTAIN.
Great Audience Will Welcome Gran
COMPANY.

The theatrical and musical event in
Americas not only for this season but
for seasons past, will be the beautiful
opera Gel Captain to be presented to-
morrow night. The Grau Company
numbers fifty or sixty talented artists
and magnificent production is as
sured. The sale of seats IS large al
ready and great audience will well
come this splendid attraction. SCI
Captain is Peruvian, which gives great
scope for splendor in the scenic en-
vlronments, and for gorgeous costum-
ing. The music is written in Sousa' 8
characteristic vim, and the March
Kings annual contribution to the
dance music of the world will be found
in the tuneful Gel Captain" march
tomorrow, presented by the strongest
company ever organized to present
this welcome addition to all American
comic operas.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-03-04
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 a Day Here in Americas = A
Bunch of Little Tales Whacked off
Quite Short.

Hudson's drugstore is prepared Ito
serve the finest drinks as usual. Our
new fountain has been ordered and will
arrive shortly.
If you desire to join the ''perlice'
force file your application this morn
ing and then watch the hopper this af-
ternoon for your job.
The musical festival at city hall to.
night for the benefit of the Americas
Light Infantry will be fine affair and
should be we'll attended.
Query Adderton is still very i'll with
typhoid fever at his home on McGar-
ran street. HIS condition, however, is
not regarded at all serious.
Another pretty residence, the KirYen
home, is going up on Furlow street.
There are still many desirable lots here
that might be thus utilized.
Some very desirable city property is
advertised for sale at the courthouse
this morning. Both realty and some
personally will probably sell.
The rural route carriers went out
with light mail bags yesterday, owing
to the Decentralization of railroad SEIZED.
ules on account of the floods.
Yesterdays weather was indeed su
perb and in striking contrast to the
storms and foods of the past few days
II is hoped it will 80 continue.
There was large sale of seats yes
terday for Gel Captain" tomorrow
night. The society of Americus and
nearby towns will attend in force.
Mr.. U. B. Harold returned from At
Ianta yesterday by way of Chattan ooga
Macon, Cordele and Albany, being thu
most direct route open to this city.
The Ladies Memorial Society viii
meet at the Library at o'clock this
afternoon, and Invite the Daughters of
the Contederacy TO meet with them.
Two Americas youths who went call
ing in Montezuma Sunday "cooned it,
across Flint river in a batteau yester
day and rode home on way freight.
The month just ended was the worst
February on record from q weather
standpoint. March came in like the
proverbial lamb and is very serene.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-03-04
Fancy Silks Slaughtered.

We have again gone through our
Silk stock and find about one humid
red pieces Waist Silks, which were
originally 75c ITO $3.50 per yard.
We will close them out at once for
prices ranging from 371c to 75c I'd.
Odds and ends in black Brocaded
Silks, originally LOO to 200 per
yard; close for half price.
A few dress Foulard Silks left
to close at 25c yd.
Our LOO quality guaranteed
black Taffeta Silks, this sale 75c yd.
Our 1.25, 36-inch guaranteed
black Taffeta Silks, this sale LOO
per yard.
We will place on sale Monday
morning new lot Wash Silks, Mad
ras Cloths, Ginghams, Mercerized
Zephyrs, etc., etc.
lZ3c Percale Remnants at DC TO
nc yd.
sc Calico remnants PC yd.
&c Bingham remnants Sc yd.
Sc Outing remnants sc I'd.
125c Outing remnants re I'd.
Toe White Lawn remnants sc yd.
Sc Checked Muslin remnants 4 5c.
Remnants table damasks, crashes.
Wool dress goods remnants half
price.
Big lot lace and embroidery (rem-
nants), just about half price.
About one thousand ribbon rem
nants; one third and one-half prices.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-03-04
For Sale.

200 acres pine timber land carrying
500, 200 feet mill timber; 10 miles of
Americas, miles of railroad; fine ag-
ricultural land after timber is off.
There is big money in this. Price only
$40 acre.
200 acres, 8 miles of Americas, $50
acres open. This is choice level land;
good improvements. Rent for 1902,
$3.50. Price $40 acre.
Broom house, Church street, close
in; rent 81 month. Price 81, 100.
Take one or all of these if you are
looking for a safe investment.
p. 3. WILLIFORD.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-03-04
Would Smash The Club,

If members of the ''Hay Fever Asso.
citation" would use DR.. Kings New Dis
covery for Consumption, the club would
go to pieces, for it always cures this
malady, and Asthma, the kind that
battles the doctors-it wholly drives
from the system. Thousands of once.
hopeless sufferers from Consumption,
Pneumonia, Bronchitis owe their lives
and health to it. 1t conquers Grip, saves
little ones from Group and Whooping
Cough and is positively guaranteed for
all Throat and Lung troubles, SOC, 81 90,
Trial bottles free at +. j. Eldridge's.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-03-04

Odd lot damaged kid gloves in
small sizes, (5@ to Gf) 15c pair.
Lot kid gloves, formerly q 70
$3.50, slightly spotted, soc pair.
Lot childrens fancy hosiery. for.
merly soc pair, at 15c.
Odds and ends 81 corsets. Bic.
Childrens undelshirts and draw.
ers, 25c quality, at 125c.
200 pieces ladies union snits. tba
soc grade at Ice each.
About 100 ladies belts, odds and
ends, 1Oc, to 15c each.
Ladies petticoats, formerly g to
$1.75 each, at 49c each.
Ladies 75c, waists, at 35c.
Ladies g, wool waists at Csc.
Ladies 50 wool waists at Sl.5O.
IS Silk waists for S2.5O each.
Ladies tailor made suits former.
ly So, at S2.98; suits formerly $40,
at S4.9S; suits formerly $3.50, at
1928; suits formerly SIS. at S. 30.
$40 suits at 1888
Plaid back skirtings formerly
2.50 yard, to close for Csc yard.
A lot ofwoOlen dress goods form
erly soc yard now 25c.
Lot of soc fancy Flannels 25cyd.
We will sell this week at very
special reductions, all Carpets, Mat
tings, Rugs, Window Shades, Lace
Curtains; all Clothing, Underwear,
Shoes, Shirts, Neckwear, etc, will
be greatly reduced in price in or.
to reduce the stock.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-03-04
Shoes at Half Price.

1ooPairs Ladies finest Vicl Kid Shoes
in five of the newest shapes, patent leather
or kid tips; not one pair In the lot that ever
sold for less than So; Monday and Tuesday
take your pick for 81. SO pair.
100 Dozen mems black and tan Hose,
high spliced heels and toes, double soles
never offered for less than Il r-2c, Monday
and Tuesday at &c per pair.
so Dozen grip Back Suspenders, made
of good strong elastic webbing, regular
1oc, Monday and Tuesday at &c pair.
1000 Yards Standard Sheeting, some
day and Tuesday at 3z5c yard.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-03-04
Dainty Lots hogh, OF new new
EmhrOiderieS. hroideriess to

show you; lots of styles; lots
of prices and both will fit
your ideas of fairness-es-
pecialiy theprices.
Monday we will place on sale 5,
900 yards of fine Swiss, Null, Cam
brio and Nainsook EmbrOideries
and Insertions; also match sets
the finest and best selected stock
ever brought to this city; from the
narrowest to the very wide-frOm
sc up to so. Also a large variety
of all-over Eembroideries for waists
and yokes, at soc, 75c, 81, S1.25
and $3.50 I'd.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-03-04

Bright Silk The new silks
W. this season out
WedVeS. vie the products
of all previous seasons, In
beauty and price reasonable
ness, waist, skirt or gown, 1t
matters not which. This store
shows the wanted things III
silks at the wanted prices.
500 Yards new imported wash
Silks, all colors, cord effects, beau
tiful colorings, 19-inch.wide, worth
60c, our price SOC.
24-Inch fine imported Satin Fou-
Hard Silk dress lengths, exquisite
designs and colorings, no two alike,
worth 81, at S5c.
500 Yards fine Taffeta Silk, al
colOrs for skirts, waists and lining,
beautiful quality, worth so, at SOC,
10 Pieces Peau dc Cygne Silk, g
beautiful soft silk for waists, in al
the leading shades, worth S1.25
our price $1.00.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-03-04
The Opening Sale
of Printed and Woven
Wash Fabrics.

selling Wash Fabrics has always been pronounced
history will repeat ITSELF do not think there IS the
for being thus angune are
before invited select from such complete
bright dainty fabrics as now Second
important price CONCESSIONS all done
summer outfit during this SALE LOOK
folks like complete sewing during the dark
II of them
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-03-04
BEST OF ALL

To cleanse the system in a gentle and
truly beneficial manner, when the Spring
time comes, use the true and perfect
remedy, Syrup of Figs. Buy the genu-
inc. Manufactured by the California
Fig Syrup Go. only, aud for sale by all
druggists, at so cts. per bottle.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-03-04
Wanted.

Ladies or gentlemen to do writing
at home. Can earn from $50 to 500
per month. This is an honest reliable
Company of Georgia. Send stamp for
particulars to A. NJ. Lewis, Coney, Ga.
3 4 st.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-03-04
Mems UnIaundried Shirts.

Mems unlaundried white Shirts, made
of the famous Wamsutta Muslin, pure In
en- bosom and cuffs, regularly 75c, Mon
day and Tuesday at 48c.
Klinert's hookon corset hose support
ers, assorted colors at 25c.
200 Pieces black Satin back Velvet
Ribbons, No. rs, regular 25c Monday
and Tuesday at 15c per bolt
10 Dozen Ladies Fancy Carriers, made
of fine webbing, fancy ruffles, regular SOC,
Monday and Tuesday at 25c pair.
Large shipment of all the new novel
ties In Belts received last week.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-03-04
Boys Clothing at Half Price.

Boys fine Chevlot, Cashmere and
Worstead suits, well made by one OF the
best clothing manufacturers in the United
States, regularly S., Monday and Tuesday
at s.. % per suit
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-03-04
Another Week of Great Attractions,
Business Bringers, Happiness Makers.

We will continue the work of clearing many remnants oil
the departments this week The been oyer
portion OF the time The inducements
dull February, such delighted busiest sa
of the year We have added departments Will
the daily sales have given space display will be added
daily this coming week Come frequently finding article
that have been neglected which we are %
mined to close out regardless of all former prices.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-03-04
Dressmaking

Ladies fancy dresses and tailor
made suits. Prices reasonable and
satisfaction guaranteed. Rooms in
Cocker building Cotton Avenue.
Mrs. M. E. TIMER,
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-03-04
Notice of Police Election.

The regular election for police will
take place on Tuesday March the 4th,
for term of two years beginning April
1st, 1902 Applications must be in
writing and handed to the Board of
Commissioners By order the Board.
275t J, w. L. DANIEL, Sect'y.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-03-04
Towels UnderpriCed.

100 Dozen extra large Huck Towels,
white and colored borders, size20x40 inches,
regular &c; here Monday and Tuesday at
10c each.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-03-04
Muslin Underwear Reduced.

At 1Oc. From 15c Corset covers of
muslin, plain high neck.
At pc. From Csc Corset covers of
muslin, wide edge of embroidery.
At PIC. From Csc Drawers of muslin,
deep hemstitched cambria rutfle.
At 39c. From SOC Drawers of muslin,
edged with vide embroidery.
At 25c. From 4Oc Chemlse of muslin,
plain band, good quality.
At 69c. From 81 Chemise of fine mus
lin, wide insertion across front yoke.
At ACC. From Csc Gowns of muslin
yoke of embroidery and cluster of fue tucks
At 95c From s1.5O Gowns of good
muslin trimmed with elaborate embroidery
At ACC From 75c Skirts of muslin,
founce edged with lace or embroidery.
At 69c From 81 Skirts of muslin ON
brells. deep Aounce, cluster of tucks.
Mems knitted drawers, early Spring
weight, regular SOC value; Monday and
Tuesday at 21c pair.
Specials For Monday and Tuesday.
1000 Yards guaranteed fast colored
Turkey Red Calicoes; never before offered
for less than &c; Monday and Tuesday
at 4Hc I'd.
SO Dozen Mems Madras and percale
Shirts, attached or detached collars and
cuffs, regularly 75c; here Monday and Tues
day at 39c each,
5000 Yards Embroidery Edging and
Insertion; regularly sold from 1-2c to
1Oc; here Monday and Tuesday at Sc yd.
1000 Yards Embroidery Edgings;
regularly sold at &c yard; here Monday and
Tuesday at 4 1-2c yard.
800 Yards Standard Calicoes In short
lengths, light and dark colors regularly
sold at Sc; here Monday and Tuesday at
1-2c yard
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-03-04
Crowd the
Wash Goods
Section.

Wash foods III fact never
Section. owned as good
a stock of bright, crisp sum-
mer wash fabrics as 1ow.
You'll be glad to own many
OF them ere the weeks done
at these prices.
% Pieces FFancy Embroidered
Muslins, in dots and stripes; also
beautiful floral designs, worth 20C
everywhere. onr price 15c.
% Pieces French Batiste, beauti.
full Partisan effects and floral de
signs; worth 15c, at Toe.
20 Pieces Fine Imported Grena
dine effects, beautiful colorings
worth 75c, our price soc.
10 Pieces Crash Suiting, in fancy
weaves, new colorings, stylish ma
terial for a skirt or travelling cos
tune, worth 15c, at 123c.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-03-04

1Ou Ill Walt III -
White Goods. purity. About
every wanted white goods
weave that is gong to be
asked for. Prices as always
low.
50-Inch Sheer White French
Lawn, beautiful quality, worth soc;
our price 35c.
45-Inch White French Batiste,
very sheer, an exquisite material
for dress or waist, at 25c.
50-Inch White French Wash
Chiffon, one of the latest weaves in
white goods, worth soc, at 45c.
27-Inch fancy white alI-over eff
fects for waists and yokes, beauti-
full patterns, worth 25c, at 15c.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-03-04

Buy your yeast from Barney Ball.