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The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1902-10-22
JOHN CANNON DEAD.
Succumbed Sunday to Attack of
HemOrrhagic Fever.

Mr.. John Cannon died at his home
five miles east of Dawson Sunday
morning after an illness of four days
with hemorrhagic fever. The remains
were inferred in Cedar Hill cemetery
in Dawson Monday afternoon, Rev. o.
f. Cook officiating. The deceased was
a consistent member OF the Methodist
church.
At the time of his death Mr.. Cannon
was 81 years of age. He is survived by
a wife and one child.
Everybody knew John Cannon, and
everybody liked him. His cherry dis
position and bright, open face made
acquaintance friends, and his demise
in the prime of life will be generally
deplored.
To the widow and young daughter
who are left of the happy family The
News extends its heartfelt condo
lence.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1902-10-22
Cheau Rates on the Central.

The Central of Georgia railway Of
fers a rate of one fare for the round
trip from all ticket stations in Georgia
to Americas and return for the Geor-
gia Baptist and auxiliary convention
minimum rates fifty cents for whole
tickets and twenty-five cents for half
tickets. Tickets on sale November
Is, 10 and 20, with final limit Novem-
Der %. For tickets and further infor-
nation apply to any agent of the COM
PAW in Georgia.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1902-10-22
Force at w all Bros.
Embroidery Club Revived.

The embroidery club, which afford
ed SO much enjoyment to those belong
ing to it during its life has been re-
vived. The first meeting was held
Wednesday evening at the home OF
Mrs. Il. E. Gurr on Lee street. Pro-
gressive games were features OF the
occasion, the first prize going to Mrs.
Guy Chappell ana the second to Mrs.
G. Nj. Roberts. Refreshments OF sher-
nv cream and cake were served and
enjoyed. Mrs. F. E. Clark is presi-
dent of the club, and Mrs. Helen Guer-
nv secretary.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1902-10-22
His Life In Peril.

81 just seemed to have gone all to
pieces" writes Alfred Bee of Welfare,
Tex. "Biliousness and lame back had
made life burden. l couldn't eat or
sleep, and felt almost too worn out to
work when | began to use Electric
Bitters, but they worked wonders.
Now 1 sleep like top, can eat any
thing, have gained in strength and en-
ioy hard work" They give vigorous
health and new life to weak, sickly,
run down people. Try them. Only 81
cents at Dawson Drug Co.'S.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1902-10-22
A Candy Pulling.

The ladies of the Presbyterian
church illgive a candy pulling to the
little folks at the home of Mrs. c. B.
Daniels Friday afternoon from 2 to 3
o'clock for the benefit of the Presbyte-
rian Sunday school. An admission of
ten cents will be charged. Everybody
is cordially invited to come and have a
good time.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1902-10-22
"SHADOWS CAST BEFORE"
Miss Phoebe Fuller Author of
an Interesting Novel.

Miss Phoebe Fuller of Atlanta, a
sister of Mrs. l.. G. Goneke of Dawson,
is the author of a new novel which
has just made its appearance from the
Abbey press, New York. "Shadows
Cast Before" is the title given the
book, and those who have perused its
pages pronounce 1t very interesting
and entertaining indeed.
Miss Fuller has frequently been a
visitor to Dawson, and has many
friends here who wish for her a most
successful career.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1902-10-22
Rev, Mr.. BiniOn in Dawson.

The many friends of ReY. M. B. L.
Binion were glad to note that he was
able to drive into Dawson from his
home near Sardis Saturday morning.
Mr.. Binion, though still enteebled
from his prolonged attack of illness, Is
hecoming his former self again.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1902-10-22
Miss Thomas Elected Assistant.

Miss Matte Thomas of Dawson has
been elected to the assistants position
at Knighton academy in Randolph
county. The school will open on Oc-
tober 81. Miss Thomas is young la
dy of undoubted ability and the trus-
tees have been fortunate in their Sc
lection.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1902-10-22
Out Of Deaths Jaws.

"When death seemed very near from
a severe stomach and liver trouble
that | had suffered with for years, :"
writes P. Muse of Durham, N. c.,
"Dr. Kings New Life Pills saved my
life and gave perfect health" Best
pills on earth and only 25c at Dawson
Drug Co.'S.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1902-10-22

UI was a total wreck-coud not sleep or eat"
writes Mr. J. c. Beers, of Bergman, Crawford
doctors but received very little benefit. 1 lost
flesh and strength, was not able to do a good
days work. l commenced taking DIR. Pierces
Golden Medical Discovery, and when l had
taken one bottle I could sleep and my appetite
was wonderfully improved. have taken FIVE
bottles and am still improving
The sole motive for substitution is to
permit the dealer to make the little more
profit paid by the sale of less meritori-
Gus medicines He gains; you lose.
Therefore, accept no substitute for
~Golden Medical Discovery"
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1902-10-22
DEALS IN DIRT.
Changes in Real Estate During
Past Few DAYS.

Mr.. j. A. Horsley has sold to Mr..
w. G. Dillon the farm of $50 acres
owned by Miss Florice Jones, one and
a half miles south of Dawson. The
price paid was $l0,50O The stock and
provender are included in the sale.
The latter has purchased through
Mr.. Horsley the B. L. Hill farm OF 500
acres neaI Graves, the consideration
being $500
Rufus Jones has purchased the 100
acre farm of Mr.. E. Kersey near Bron-
wood. The consideration was 81, 600.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1902-10-22
Mr., John Bridges Seriously Sick.

Mr.. John Bridges, one of Terrell
countys prosperous farmers living
near Graves, is dangerously sick, and
fears are entertained for his recovery.
The News hopes that Mr.. Bridges i'll
ness may be only temporary, and that
he will soon be himself again.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1902-10-22
Change in Business.

Mr., J. A. Horsley has sold to aiessrs
J. NJ. Crouch and J. S. Cannon the
stock of goods of Mr.. G. V. Pace, and
the new firm took possession Monday
The mem bers are popular young men,
and The News wishes them success.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1902-10-22
STRIPPED OF CLOTHING.
Negro Boy the Victim of Bad Ac
cident Yesterday Morning.

Frank Turner, negro boy, was
caught in the shafting of Baldwin'5
ginnery yesterday morning.
The clothing was stripped entirely
from his body and both bones in
his right leg below the knee kroken'
The negro was operated upon by
Drs. KENYON and Goneke.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1902-10-22
LLOYD Miller In Regular Army.

Mr.. Lloyd Miller, former Dawson
bow who is now in the artillery branch
of the regular army stationed at Fort
Screven, Tybee, with the rank of SER
geant, has returned to his duties after
spending several days with relatives
in Dawson. Lloyd's many friends here
were glad of the opportunity of seeing
him again.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1902-10-22
A COnundrum Supper.

A conundrum supper will be given
at the home of Mrs. E. T. Jordan next
Friday night, from to IL o'clock, for
the benefit of the Cuban Orphanage.
An admission of % cents will be
charged, and everybody is cordially
invited to attend. There will be games
of different kinds for all who wish to
indulge.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1902-10-22
Rev, White at BAPTIST Church.

Rev. A. L. White, pastor of the Bap-
tist church at Dothan, Ala, occupied
the pulpit of the Dawson Baptist
church Sunday morning and night,
and preached two instructive sermons
to good congregations.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1902-10-22
MAYORS Court Nets $3.50.

Mayor Lowrey caused the triaing
amount of $3.50 to be paid into the
city treasury as result of his court
Monday morning. Dennis Bennett
was fined Sc for cursing, and Jonas
Bradford got 81 for the same offense.
Dazzell FITZGERALD was fined 81 and
Buster Myrick Sl1.50 for lighting.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1902-10-22
HEALTHY Kidneys Mean Long Life.

If YOU want to restore your kidneys
to their former healthy state take
Smiths Sure Kidney Cure. % cents
at Farrar & Harris two stores-Main
Street Pharmacy and Dawson Drug
"a
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1902-10-22
Mr., Johnson BUYS an Interest.

Mr.. Onis Johnson has purchased
one-half interest in the Dawson branch
of the Davidson Drug Co, and will be
at all times pleased to see anil serve
his friends and acquaintance.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1902-10-22
Miss Roberts and M. Brown We'd.

Mr.. w. E. Brown and Miss Georgia
Roberts were united in marriage on
the 5th inst. The many
friends of the young couple extend
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1902-10-22
Round Dozen Club Meets.

Social life amongst the ladies of
Dawson will soon be strenuous again
with club meetings. The Embroidery
club has already been revived and held
its first meeting and the Round Dozen
club will be entertained by Mrs. w.
A. McLain at her home on Stonewall
street this afternoon.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1902-10-22
Ire You Busy?

h.. rains have been pretty general
! ~, nv all the wet counties the dis
Il ;os hsrrooms and their custo-
D''a 20 busy sowing rye, and if MOTH
events, by early spring many a
man will be ready to turn him>
y and family out to Craze. Some
a. r will drink whiskey if it keeps
~ hungry and i'll Clad If the mon
\ ,h.t is spent for intoxicants was
IN food and clothing every one
"a tare sumptuously every day,
.iOu fine clothes and eating the
1t Of the laud'
ming YOUR troubles to me, if you
J. troubled with your feet
rso+ No IA shoe that Hornady sold
tho largest shoe sale that has been
.5e in Dawson for some time.
rbo shirts | sell for SOC, 75c and $l.O0
h speak for themselves at sight
rbo increase of .our hat sales is
a.tifv,ng indeed. The right styles
d right prices account for it, We sup
be.
.oor business is growing and we are
setpful to the people for it.
10 ore convinced more and more
h. every day that plain prices and
rubt kind of goods will sell them
\ keep all parties satisfied.
rbe umbrellas we have just received
the incest quality for the money
have sold.
puv Sbaw.knit hose for the bows and
h will save money.
Nr bargain counter sells lots of odd
hrs of shoes.
hi YOU want to see yourself as others
you. look in the mirror at Horna-
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1902-10-22
Ihe Best PRESERVATION for MaIarIa.

Chills and fever is a bottle of
Groves Tasteless Chill Tonic. 1t is
imply iron and quinine in tasteless
form. No cure, no pay. Price SOC.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1902-10-22
HnIIs and Neal.

Give us your orders for meal and
bulls. Sell at same price as oil mill.
Extra charge of so cents ton for de-
livery to residence.
c. G. LEWIS & Bro.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1902-10-22
Watch the KidneIs.

"When they are affected life is in
says DR.. Aberuethy, the
great English physician. FOley's Kid
new Cure makes sound kidneys.
KENDRICK' S DRUG STORE.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1902-10-22
Neal and HulIs.

Will deliver bulls to any part OF
citv $3.50 per ton or $500 at store;
Give us YOUR orders. Same as oil mill
orice. C.. G. LEWIS & Bro
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1902-10-22
DAWSON'S COTTON MARKET.
ID, 900 Bales Have Been Received
by the Warehouses.

The receipts of cotton by wagon at
the warehouses in Dawson at noon
Yesterday were 12,288 bales. The
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1902-10-22

ubbe for nts quarts and half gallon fruit
jars, jelly glasses and jars
Git"e' 0'OiS MAIN ST. PHARMACY
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1902-10-22

Billiards. obelisk -four at Fulton's.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1902-10-22

r,ot No. IA shoe that Hornady sold
tho largest shoe sale that has been
40 in Dawson for some time.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1902-10-22

Tho obirts | sell for soc, 75c and $1.00
= .noak for themselves at sight.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1902-10-22

hing your troubles to me, if you
t,onbled with your feet.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1902-10-22

rbe increase of 'our hat sales Is
,tifv,ng indeed. The right styles
4 right prices account for it. We sup
The Washington times. (Washington [D.C.]) 1901-1902, 1902-04-13
|. O. MECHANICS.

in accordance with commendaDle Gus
tom for :. number of years past, Capital
Lodge No IL. hal its annual compii-
mentary musical and literary entertain
ment, last Thursday night. in Society
Temple. the hall being well filled with
the members and their families and
Grand Architect F. William Ernst an
nounced the program, as follows: Piano
solo. Mrs. Frank Rousseau: song. Mr.
S. Terry: recitation, Dr. II. A. Donaldson;
song. Miss Maud Emerson: song. Miss
Sallie Ray; recitation, Walter Dunn; song
Charles e. Bell: song and recitation. Miss
ReinsTs Refreshments were literally
served to all in attendance.
An interesting part OF the exercises was
the presentation. in behalf OF Capital
Ledge, No. II. of gold emblematic past
supreme rulers badge to Past Supreme
Ruler ]. W. Thompson. who has been the
treasurer of Capital Lodge since its iHstitu-
ton over twenty-five years. The presen-
taticn address was made by Past Supreme
Ruler L. H. Patterson. who is Past Su-
double sense they being the only two
charter members now in the lodge. and
the culv two past supreme rulers mem
bers Of the lodge. Past Supreme Ruler
Thompson was entirely surprised, but
after recovering from the shock, he re-
sponded appreciatively.
Past Supreme Ruler George Albaugh and
Supreme Secretary Elmer Bernhlrd. of
Baltimore. were present and mafle elcour-
agin;; remarks.
The Washington times. (Washington [D.C.]) 1901-1902, 1902-04-13
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS.

At Atlantic City an Embarkation Day
celebration will be hell in August. This
celebration will be marked by a series
of entertainments on a larger scale than
anything hesetofore attempted by the New
Jersey knights. The Atlantic City Coun-
ellis committee has been at work some
time. distributing literature. etc. They
confidcr-ly expect the usual large repre-
sentatioa OF knights from the District.
At the celebration incident to the OPP
ening of the new hall OF the Knights in
this city there will be present Supreme
Knight Edward l. HeaTn, national advo-
cate: J. E. Mcconnell. deputy supreme
knight; John W. Hogan, and Past State
Deputy Of New York John J. Delaney.
charity tall viii be given at National
Council No. 353, for the benefit of the
KniEhts in the District are expected to
respond literally to this effort of Keane
Council ia behalf OF the most worthy in
stitutiCn in the city.
L. r. Otis, former resident of Wash
ington, and now travelling freight agent
of the Mobile and Ohio Railroad at At
lanta. Ga. was in the city last week in
conference with State Deputy Callahan,
of this jurisdiction, looking to the forma-
tion of council of the Knights of Co
lumbus at Atlanta. Sixty candidates,
representing the best Catholic element in
the city, have been secured by Mr.. Otis,
and he states that they are very enthu-
siastic. The work will probably be done
by the Washington KHights.-The New
Century
The Washington times. (Washington [D.C.]) 1901-1902, 1902-04-13
THE RECHABlTES.

Eastern Tent. No. 50. Female Branch,
/ o. r.. met in regular session this week,
with c. r. Mrs. Maria V. Mahoney in the
chair. There were two new members in
itiated. after which much interesting bus
mess was transacted. Good of the order
brought great deal OF pleasure in the
way of the Faba Baga game, after which
remarks were heard from Sister Mar
shall and Sister Brooks, and piano solos
by Sister Lottie Ella. after hearing re-
marks from Bro. J. X. Mahoney.
Eagle Tent No. 81. J. o. r., met in reg
ular session in its hall, 30i d Street
southeast. with Chief Ruler E. S. Cooper
presiding. The young brothers still cor
tinue to show Improvement in their
branch OF work, conducting their meet
ing in a most business-like manner. Al
ter the usual routine of business the tent
elected the following officers: c. r., Z. s.
Cooper ire electedD; ID. r., C. w. Taylor,
jr.: r. S, Clarence Sorrel: f. s.. Frank
Rape; leviie, Brother Roche; l. G., Henry
Rape. Under the good of the order"
head remarks were made by Brother Sor-
rel. Bros C. W. Taylor, Peter l.. Morris.
Charles r. Bladen, William 4. Kelly. II.
T. Treas. and ]. NJ. Davy. after which
tent closed
Jehu Tent No. %. !. O. r. of y. A..
shows a marked Improvement in its at
tendance At the last meeting after
transacting a great deal Of import
ant business, went into the good
of the order. Bro. Charles w. Taylor taxi
ing the chair. Remarks we're made by
Bros. J. C. Grimes, j. NJ. Davy, and j.
w. Watts. Of Eagle Tent. and the follow
ing Of Jehu Tent: Bros. William b. Kelly,
James II. Dony. Charles Z. Bladen. +. "
Grimes, NJ. T. Mitchell, F. A. Dony. Ray
mond l. Hanrahan. J. J. Cooksey, and S.
NJ. Mitchell. The tent then cleared up
returns for a voting contest, which Of
fered a regalia TO the most popular MEM
Der of the tent. High Tent Treasurer w.
b. Kelly making the largest returns. was
awarded the prize.
Old Eagle Tent No. 2, recently reor-
gani1ed. held a. pleasant meeting Thurs
day night. Under the good OF order Mr..
Taylor was called TO preside. Remarks
we're made by DR.. J. 7. Hensley. James
Watts, J. ]. Coulter, James c. Grimes.
Fred Crimes, ]. c. Morn, William Supple.
A. W., Miller. Charles MCGOWAN. ]. T.
Phillips, and others. Eagle Tent was or
ganized in January 1849. and reorganized
in January. 1902.
The Washington times. (Washington [D.C.]) 1901-1902, 1902-04-13
ANDREW JACKSON.

Andrew jackson was Hibernian. At
meeting of the Hibernian Benevolent So
ciety. of Nashville, Tenn, September Is.
1888. the following communication was
read:
Nashville, Tenn, Sept. 4, 1889.
"Hihcrnian Benevolent Society, of Nash
VILE:
THE Ladies' Hermitage Society. of this
city, which was organized for the purpose
of preserving tie Hermitage, the home
of Cornrade Andrew Jackson. from decay
and destruction. and which is now en-
gagei IN that work, desires 10 call your
attention 10 the fact that Gen. Andrew
jackson was 4 member of the Hihernian
Society severity years ago. The certificate
of membership bearing his name is one of
The valued relics of the Hermitage. 1t is
A large and handsomely gotten up certifi-
cate. il q gilt frame. some 24X20 inches in
Dimensions It is handsomely and richly
orrau.entri NTH an engraving of an emf
grant ship. fTou the stan OF which floats
The 7ag Of Erin. A harp Of Erin and four
beautiful emhl aratic female figures adorn
the foreground. The horn of plenty and
other Industrial types are also very ex-
prcssivc Of plenty. The certificate reads:
Witness the hand CT the President,
this twenty-thiGi day Of March, 1919.
"'J. TAGERT. Pres.
ATTEST: JAMES ROGERS. Sec"
Tire Ladies Hermitage Association car-
cludes by making a request that the Hi
teTniaus make Il conf button toward the
preservation Of the hermitage, and the
Communication is signed by Mrs. Ma
,hanieI Blxter. senior regent. and Mrs.
D. r. Davis. secretary. Ladies Hermitage
The Washington times. (Washington [D.C.]) 1901-1902, 1902-04-13
THE MAcKEY HISTORY.

new edition of the famous History of
Freemasonary written by the late Albert
G.. Mackey. of this city, has been pub
Iished by the Masonic History Co.. of
Chicago. This work is the most complete
and comprehensive history of the fratern-
ity extant: it deals with facts and fur
nishes exact evidence, gathered from both
sacred and profane sources, on every dis
puted point. 1t gives entire many ancient
documents and either explodes or ex-
plains the many absuruities which ap-
pear in the ritual
The subject matter. while gone into in
detail, is yet handled in so entertaining
a manner by the author. that the atten-
ton of the reader is kept keenly on the
alert from chapter to chapter, and it is
with genuine regret one reaches the end.
The work thus becomes both an entertain
ing and instructive account of all the
many facts that seem so incomprehensible
when viewed from the uninstructed stand
point of general observation and it is,
consequently, invaluable to every Mason
who desires a real knowledge OF the fra
teruity,
The Washington times. (Washington [D.C.]) 1901-1902, 1902-04-13
PILGRIM FATHERS.

In a recent address. Henry s. Tread
well. Supreme Governor Of the United
Order OF Pilgrim Fathers. made the Ioi-
lowing statement with reference to the
claims of the insurance companies that
fraternal protection is Of temporary ma
ture only: Gentlemen, the matter OF
fraternal protection, the underlying prin-
ciple of which is fraternity. has come 10
stay. 1t cannot die. ANY other institu-
ton in the world, If it were paying out,
as the fraternal organizations are, mill
ions of dollars into the hands Of the peo-
pie, would be cornered by some million
aire. But the difference between fra
ternal protection and those institutions
which are cornered is that the fraternal
bodies are doing business at cost. Fra
ternal protection is covering the middle
class of people in way that nothing else
ON the face of the earth can"
The Washington times. (Washington [D.C.]) 1901-1902, 1902-04-13
THE MINUTE men.

At the last meeting of the regimental
staff and line officers of the First Regi-
ment of Minute Men Col NJ. 4. Winter
read the following correspondence. which
explains itself:
ITO the officers and guests of the First
Regiment of Minute Men.
Gentlemen: You and your guests are
cordially invited to attend a military
solemn high mass to be celebrated in ST.
Aloysius Church on the feast of Corpus
Christi at 10 a. m. Full uniform is re-
quested. Sincerely yours,
REV Z. X FINK, S. j..
Pastor of St. Aloysius Church
This reply was sent by Capt. John
Doyle Carmody, regimental adjutant:
Rev. E. X. Fink, S. j.. Pastor St. Alloy
sius Church.
Dear Sir: | am directed by Col. NJ A
Winter to inform you that your kind in
vitation to attend a military high mass.
to be celebrated in St. Aloysius Church
on the feast of Corpus Christi, in full uni
form. was presented to the officers of the
First Regiment of Minute Men at their
meeting last evening, and was unanimous
~ accepted.
LAS soon as you are able 10 set the date
on which this mass will be celebrated,
which it is hoped will be on Sunday, the
colonel will issue an order to the officers
OF the regiment and will appoint de
tail OF two or moro officers to confer with
you as 10 the final arrangements"
The Vermont State Association has also
invited the officers OF the Minute Men,
with their lady friends, to attend its an
nual maple sugar party and reunion at
National Rifles Armory next Tuesday
evening. The programme will include re-
sponses to patriotic sentiments by promi-
nent Vermonters. the Congressional dele
CATION, and others. music. and dancing.
Increased interest is being manifested
in the Minute Men, not only by individ-
uaIs. but by organizations as we'll Cen
erai Mckee and Colonel Winter have re-
ceived Communications from several sec
tions of the country asking for informa-
ton and Indicating q desire TO organize
companies representative of the first
American soldiers, in their striking uni
form of buff and blue. Some days Colonel
Winter is kept busy for hours at head
quarters, 1893 Pennsylvania Avenue north
west, receiving callers and answering
questions relative to the organization, so
great is he interest being taken in the
Minute Men. The next meeting will be
held at headquarters tomorrow Monday
evening.