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Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1902-07-05

The U. S. Civil Service Commission will
hold examinations during September ard
October, in several places in each state to
secure young men and women for the gov
eminent service. There are now 12s, 423 20.
sitions In the classified civil service, being
an increase Of 40. 1856 in six years. There
were 1872 persons appointed between July
l, 1901, and April Is, 1902, being at the rate
Of 10,070 for the year. There will, proba-
bly,, be II 900 appointments next year. Sal.
aries at appointments vary from $3.50 TO 81 =
200 year with liberal promotions after
ward. All appointments are for life and
for most positions only common school
education is required, Politics or religion
is not considered. Those desiring to take
examinations Of this kind can get full in
formation about them free by writing to the
Columbian Correspondence College. Wash.
ington, D, G., and asking for Its Civil Ser.
vice Catalogue for 1902.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1902-07-05
She Didn't Wear a Mask,

But her beauty was completely hid
den by sores. blotches and pimples till
she used Bucklen s Arnica Salve. Then
they vanished as will all Eruptions, Fe-
yer Sores, Boils, Ulcers, Carbuncles,
and Felons from its use. Infallible for
Cuts, Corns, Burns, Scalds and Piles.
Cure guaranteed. Only 20 cts. at j. F.
Jones drug store.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1902-07-05
oxford Wants It-WiH do After the
MnhiIn- Memnhis RaIlroad,

Oxford, Miss, July "A mass
meeting Of our citizens will he held one
day next week to adopt plans to secure
the new railroad that is now being oull'
from Mobile, Ala, to Memphis. 1t
viii intersect the Gulf & Chicago at
Pontotoc, but it is believed that a
branch line will be built from Houston
to Memphis via Oxford, A railroad
through the section Of country which
this new roal is proposed to "nn has
been advocated for twenty years ana
It seems that realization of that WISH
is now about to be consummated'
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1902-07-05

A ballot box will be opened at the
book stoie next Monday for those who
wish to vote for the ten most famous
Mississippians whose portraits are to be
placed in the Hall of Fame in the new
Capitol. Voters should have a know.
ledge of the early history of the state.
Many Of those voted for have never won
any fame in any field.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1902-07-05

Instead of allowing your wifes life
worried out by the devilish little house.
fly, use screen windows and doors.
Stokes Evans Hardware Co, always
carry a full line of these goods at the
very lowest price.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1902-07-05
White Man Turned Yellow,

Great CONSERVATION was felt by the
friends of NJ A, HogartY of Lexington,
KY, when they saw he was turning
yellow. His skin slowly changed color,
also his eyes and he suffered terribly
His malady was Yellow Jaundice, He
was treated by the best doctors but
without benefit Then he was advised
to try Electric Bitters, the wonderful
Stomach aad Liver remedy, and he
writes: latter taking two bottles | was
wholly cured. " A trial proves its
matchless merit for all Stomach, Liver
and Kidney troubles. Only SOC, at j,
+. Jones'
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1902-07-05

HERBINE clears the complexion, gives
bouyancy to the mind, cures headache,
regulates the stomach and bowels. slim
ulates the liver, and is, in fact, per
feet guardian of the health. Price so cts
at j. f. Jones
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1902-07-05
Hopkins CraddOck,

Columbus, Miss, June 80
Quite a pretty wedding was solemn
lied yesterday morning at 10 O'Clock
at the residence of Mr.. |. II. Sykes.
Miss Eunice Hopkins, one of this
city's prettiest and most popular
young ladies, was married to Mr..
Emmett Craddock, of Birmingham.
For some years Mr.. Craddock was
a resident of this place, represent
ing the Armour Packing Company,
but short time since he moved to
Birmingham, where he now holds a
responsible position. The couple
left for Mr. Craddock's home, where
they will in the future reside.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1902-07-05
Extend the Time.

Jackson, Miss, July Aud
itor Cole has sent out circular let.
tiers addressed to the presidents oil
the several boards of supervisors OF
the State suggesting that the equity
assessors be given till the August
meeting to prepare their reports on +,
the valuation of personally ana
realty. The assessment this year IS
a very important one in view of the
fact that realty will not be assessed
any more for four years, and the
valuations will have to stand lor
that length of time.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1902-07-05
The Mississippi Hall of Fame.

Department of Archives and History,
jackson, Miss June 9, 1902. To the
Editor of the Beacon; Permit me to call
to your attention matter of importance
to the department of archives and his.
tory, and to ask your aid in presenting
1t prominently before the people of the
state. In the beautiful new capitol,
which is nearing completion, there will
be Mississippi hall of fame, in which
will be preserved the names and like.
nesses of all the great men of the state,
including great leaders of all classes
and professions,
While it is not intended to give spe
cial prominence to any class of our
great men, Or limit to any number, it
will awaken interest in matters his.
torical and stimulate state pride to
give all the people an opportunity to
select ten great Mississippians who
should have places in this hall of fame.
/ viii you kindly open your columns to
the people for the above named pur
pose with your next issue and close the
allot August /. If yon have any let
ters of merit and interest in the course
of the vote, may l ask you to preserve
and forward them to the department of
archives and history, with the result of
the vote as taken by your valuable pub.
LEGATION. have the honor to be, with
best wishes, yours very truly.
DUNBAR ROWLAND.
BALLOT:
To the Editor of The Beacon, Macon,
Miss
! think the following great Misss-
sippians entitled to the first positions in
state s hall of fame;
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1902-07-05

1t is creditable fact that most of the
great bridges of the world have been
built by American engineers. They
have brought the art of bridge building
to such perfection that they are in de
mapd by the managers Of all foreign
railroads,
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1902-07-05

Gov. McMillin, Of Tenn, has re.
fused to honor requisition papers from
Mississippi for Banker Armstead Of
Memphis, who was indicted by the
Kinds county grand jury last week, Of
embezlement of state funds, IA connec.
ton with Ex-Treasurer Showers.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1902-07-05
Vacation Days

Vacation time is here and the children
a,e fairly living out Of doors, There
could be no healthier place for them. -
You need only to guard against the ac'
cidents incdentl to most open air sports
No remedy equals Dewitt Witch Ha.
eel Salye for quickly stopping pain or
removing danger of serious consequen,
ces. For GUS, scalds and wounds. u
used Dewitt's Witch Halle Salye for
sores, cuts and bruises, says L. b.
johnson, Swift, Texas " Its the best
remedy on the market, " Sure cure for
piles and skin diseases. Beware Of coun.
terfeits. Z. S. Murphey & Son,
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1902-07-05
Low Rate to MINNEAPOLIS.

The Mobile & Ohio RR. will sell tickats
to Minneapolis and return, account Nation.
al Educational Assn Convention, at rate of
one fare for the round trip, plus 81, Tick
cts will be sold July 4th. 9th and 9th, For
information apply to any NJ, & o. Ticket
Agent.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1902-07-05

The Maine ship builders assert that
the greatest drawback their industry
has to contend with is the fact that
British ship builders can buy from the
Steel Trust the steel used in ship con.
struction far cheaper than they can.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1902-07-05

Is anew law which permits the Steel
Trust to sell its product to American
manufacturers for 30 per cent. more
than it sells it, freight paid in Liver
pool, to British manufacturers, in &C
cordance even with the republican
doctrine of protection to American in
dustriesf
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1902-07-05

jackson, Miss, July 3-The Rush
trial commenced this morning. Three
hours were spent in empaneling the ju.
ry.
Governor Longino concluded his tes-
timony to day at / 80 o clock.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1902-07-05

My closest, stanchest and most
loyal personal friend" was the Presi
dents description of Senator Lodge,
author of the obnoxious "force bill"
and more recently of the imperialistic
Philippine bill.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1902-07-05

There is no longer an excuse for any
one to endure the torture inflicted by
piles, when TABLER's BUCKEYE PILE
OINTMENT will cure them, a remedy so
moderate in price and 80 effective. 50
cts, in bottles, tubes IS cts. at J. T.
Jones drug store.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1902-07-05

Jackson, Miss, July 2.-Treas-
urer George w. Carlisle counted
the cash in his strong box yester.
day, finding the State had $497..
1902 on hand. This is the low
est amount Of cash the State has
had on hand in more than two years,
but taxes will begin to come in
shortly and the million dollar mark
will be passed in short order, in
spite OF the heavy payments that
are made the first of every month
on the new capitol,
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1902-07-05

The Boer war, according to the latest
estimates, has cost Great Britain 81,
200. 600, 900. 1t is little wonder that
the English people rejoice that the war
is ended.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1902-07-05

Business men who lack the vim, snap
and vigor they once had, should use
HERBINE, it will purify the blood, in
vigorate and strengthen the system. -
Price 50 cts. Sold by J. F. Jones.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1902-07-05

A trestle on the Mobile & Ohio
main line, between Portersyille and
Scooba, was ignited by a spark
from a freight engine last Saturday
evening and completely burned
down. Traffic was completely sus.
pended for several hours.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1902-07-05
FOR SALE,

House aud lot in Macon, owned and
occupied by Henry Woods. Sr. A bar:
gain part cash. II desired. Apply 10
innslf I'm La, BARNES
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1902-07-05

Those who live on farms are especial.
ly liable to many accidental cuts, burns
and bruises which heal rapidly when
BALLARD's Snow L1NINENT is applied.
Price IS and 30 cts. at ]. F. Jones'.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1902-07-05

1t pays to buy well known Moving
Machine. because the repairs are easier
to get. Stokes Evans Hardware Com.
pany are agents for the Deering, the
best and lightest running machine on
earth. may17-tf
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1902-07-05

notwithstanding their Wanted unity
on the currency question, the republi'
can senators and representatives could
not agree on basis for the Philippines.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1902-07-05
SHERIFF,S SALE.
The State OF Mississippi, Noxubee County.
c. B. Ames
B. l. Yates and iottie I.Yates

VS.. Execution
B. |. Yates and Lottie YATES
By virtue Of writ of execution issued
from the Office Of j. l.. Clemens, Justice OF
the peace of said county. in favor of G, B.
Ames and against b. |. Yates and Lottie |,
Yates, will on the First Monday of july,
4, D., 1902, it front of the court house, in
Macon, Miss. sell for cash to the highest
bidder, the following real estate belonging
to b. |. Yates, one OF the defendants toswit:
South half Of south east quarter, section %,
and lots 3, and s in section 90, all in town.
ship 10, rance Q, to satisfy said execution
ana all costs; sale within legal hours.
W. d, CLARK, sheriff,
This June 18th, 1902.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1902-07-05
Saturday, July 5, 1902

ESyOur expenses are the same now as
in the winter months, but it is not easy
to find the money to pay them. If You
don't pay we will have to dun yol.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1902-07-05

Another long session of Congress has
passed into history with no attempt by
the republicans to make the Sherman
anti trust law effective.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1902-07-05

Those editors who compare the posi-
ton of Senator Hoar to that of Josiah
Quincy, Senator Tom Corwin and other
anti-expansionists of 1903 and 1S47,
fail to take cognizance of the essential
difference between the annexation Of
the Louisiana Purchase and of
Texas and the annexation Of the Philip.
pines. In the former instances the
constitution followed the flag and the
new territory became an integral part
of the United States, while in the lat
ter instance the territory is annexed
merely as a colony,
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1902-07-05

J, NJ. Miller, and member of Co. H.
goth Mississippi Regiment, has written
and published pamphlet entitled "a
Pine Knots Memories Of Forty Years
Ago, Of W. W, Loring, A Major
General Of the Confederate Army, A
Hero Of Three Wars. Mr.. Miller
enlisted in Scott county in 1861. and
was surrendered at Greensboro, N, c..
in 65. His little work is interesting
especially 10 veterans, and it can be
had for 25 cents, by addressing J. NJ.
Miller, Tndlanola, Miss.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1902-07-05

Merchants are requested to get our
prices before buying
BRANsBY e. BOYLE.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1902-07-05
NOTICE TO PUBLISHERS,
Order as to Record and Blank
Book Contract.

The Clerk is hereby directed to give M.
tee by newspaper publication 30 lays prior
to the FIRST MONDAY OF JULY. 900
that the after mentioned contracts w,ll he
let on said day, Inviting sealed proposnls
for supplying the County for two years
from said date, as per chapter 40. Acts
1896, as amended by chapter IS, Acts 1sgS
with record and bank books, TAX recelnts
warrant books. pay certificates. stationery
legal forms and such other books and blanks
as are used by the County and District of.
ficers. NV WI
Said proposals to be addressed to the
Clerk of the Board OF Supervisors and IN
be marked, IBID for Record and RlanE
BOOK Contract for County of Noxubee I"
NO bids will be received or cOnsidered
unless accompanied by bend OF at least
$500 for faithful performance. " ''''''
Local papers are invited % des,Rnate such
part OF the above work as can he done Nv
them and to bid separately therefor.
In accordance with the above Publish.
rug houses viii take notice that bids wi,
he received at this Office until 10 O'Clock an
monday, the 7th day of July, A, D., 1909
y; T, DORROH,
o. Chancery Clerk
HlNtluIy Eyl i, nQsToH d, G
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1902-07-05
Vote for TEN


ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS.
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The Fulton County news. [volume] (McConnellsburg, Pa.) 1899-current, 1902-04-17
Shot In His Left Leg.

For all kinds of sores, burns,
bruises, or other wounds DeWitts
Witch Hazel Salve is sure cure
Skin diseases yield to it at once
Never fails in cases of piles. Cool
ing and healing. None genuine
but DeWitt's. Beware of counter
feits. 81 suffered for many years
from a sore caused by a gun shot
wound in my left Leg" says A. S
Fuller, English, Ind. cit would
not heal and gave me much troub
lie. | used all kinds of remedies
to no purpose until | tried De
Wits Witch Hazel Salve. A few
boxes completely cured me.
The Fulton County news. [volume] (McConnellsburg, Pa.) 1899-current, 1902-04-17

Mr.. Luther Zimmerman ac-
companied by his sister, Miss
Mary, spent from Saturday un.
til Monday with the family of G.
j. Brewer in the Cove. Monday
noon Mr.. and Miss Zimmerman
came up and took dinner with
Rev. and Mrs. A. G.. Wolf, and in
the afternoon Mr.. Zimmerman
went home and Miss Zimmerman
is remaining at the parsonage
several days.
The Fulton County news. [volume] (McConnellsburg, Pa.) 1899-current, 1902-04-17

Gen. John Pedden and Capt. r.
Dotterman have just returned
from Broad Top and will hold &
meeting at Geo. w. Deshong's
home near Big Cove Tannery or
Saturday evening at 7:30; and, al
so, on Sunday morning at 10:30
Services on Sunday afternoon al
2:30 at j. L. Richards's and, also
at 7:30 p. m.
The Fulton County news. [volume] (McConnellsburg, Pa.) 1899-current, 1902-04-17
Neglect Means Danger.

Don't neglect biliousness and
constipation. Your health will
suffer permanently if you do. De-
Wits Little Early Risers cure
such cases. M. B. Smith, But
ernut, Mich, says, "DeWitts Lit,
tie Early Risers are the most sat
isfactory pills l ever took. Never
grippe or cause nausea.
The Fulton County news. [volume] (McConnellsburg, Pa.) 1899-current, 1902-04-17

Oscar S. Metzler, son of Mr..
Mrs. George Metzler of Harrison
vile, graduated on Wednesday of
this week at the College of Phar-
macy in Philadelphia. Mrs. Metz.
Ter went down Monday and will
be present at the graduating ex
'ei cises.
The Fulton County news. [volume] (McConnellsburg, Pa.) 1899-current, 1902-04-17
BLAIR IRUAN
STELLA M. BARD.

The Prohibitionsts of this coun-
ty will hold their convention in
the Court House on Tuesday APP
ril 20, 1902, at 2 p. M. Their con-
vention is not a delegated body,
but all who are willing to affiliate
with their cause are welcomed TO
participate in the convention.
The Fulton County news. [volume] (McConnellsburg, Pa.) 1899-current, 1902-04-17
Mr.. and Mrs. Frank Stoner

Mr.. and Mrs. Frank Stoner,
and Miss Mertie Stoner-all of
this place, accompanied by their
cousin Miss Clara Stoner, of Bed
ford, went to Chambersburg last
Friday. Frank and his wife came
back Saturday, and Mertie and
Clara returned Monday.
The Fulton County news. [volume] (McConnellsburg, Pa.) 1899-current, 1902-04-17
Normal school.

We will open Normal School
in the p. O. S. of A. Hall at Need
more, Pa, beginning April 2sth,
to continue eight weeks. Prof.
B. N. Palmer will assist during
part of the term.
Rates same as usual, with a re-
duction to those taking both
terms.
Excellent boarding facilities
near school. For further partic-
ulars address
BLAIR TRUAX
STELLA M. BARD.
The Fulton County news. [volume] (McConnellsburg, Pa.) 1899-current, 1902-04-17
A Nearly Fatal Runaway,

Started a horrible ulcer on the
leg of J.B. Orner, Franklin Grove,
ILL.,, which detied doctors and all
remedies for four years. Then
Bucklin s Arnica Salve cured him.
Just as good for Boils, Burns,
Bruises, Cuts, Corns, Scalds, Skin
Eruptions, and Piles. 25c at w.
S. Dickson's drug store.
The Fulton County news. [volume] (McConnellsburg, Pa.) 1899-current, 1902-04-17

Our former townsman, w. d.
Myers now one of Hancock S lead
ing citizens was last week, for the
third time, elected Mayor of that
town. We congratulate our friend
Davy, and trust that his incom-
ing administration may be as
pleasant, and satisfactory to his
constituents as have the past two.
The Fulton County news. [volume] (McConnellsburg, Pa.) 1899-current, 1902-04-17
new telephone

A new telephone line from
Trough Creek valley to New Gren
ada, via Coles Station with con
nections to Robertsdale, Saxton,
and other points, is being organ.
lied. DR.. McClain, of Cassville,
II. F.. Hess, and Martin Elias, OF
Coles, are the promoters of the
project
The Fulton County news. [volume] (McConnellsburg, Pa.) 1899-current, 1902-04-17

Mrs. w. NJ. Kennedy and Mrs.
Frank Sipes of this place were
called to Philadelphia last Satur-
day on account of the severe i'll.
ness of their sister Minerva.
They returned Tuesday evening
bringing with them the ten-days-
old babe of their sister who is
still critically i'll.
The Fulton County news. [volume] (McConnellsburg, Pa.) 1899-current, 1902-04-17
Administrators Notice.

Estate OF Hon. John NJ. Fore. deceased.
Letters OF administration, on the estate
of Hon. John M. Fore, late of Todd
township deceased, having been granted
by the Register of Wills for Fulton county to
the subscribers, whose post otiice address Is
Knobsville. Fulton county, Pa, all persons
who are indebted to the said estate viii please
make payment ana those having claims win
present them to
ID. EDW ARD FORE
j. CHARLES FORE
March 20, 1902. Administrators
The Fulton County news. [volume] (McConnellsburg, Pa.) 1899-current, 1902-04-17
A Chattanooga Druggists State.
ment.

Robt. j. Miller, Proprietor of
the Read HOUSE Drug Store of
Chattanooga, Tennessee writes
'There is more merit in Foley's
Honey and Tar than in any other
cough syrup. The calls for it
multiply wonderfully and we sell
more of it than all other cough
syrups combined. All dealers.
The Fulton County news. [volume] (McConnellsburg, Pa.) 1899-current, 1902-04-17

BY Foley's Honey and Tar. 1t
stops the racking cough and heals
and strengthens the lungs. If
taken in time it will prevent an
attack of pneumonia. Refuse
substitutes. All dealers.
The Fulton County news. [volume] (McConnellsburg, Pa.) 1899-current, 1902-04-17
James p. Keefer who taught the

James p. Keefer who taught the
Mclaughlin school in Ayr town
Shipvery successfully during the
past winter, left Tuesday morn
ing to enter Pennsylvania college
at Gettysburg. Mr.. Keefer is a
splendid young man, and expects
to take a complete college course.
The Fulton County news. [volume] (McConnellsburg, Pa.) 1899-current, 1902-04-17

FOUND.-A ladies' belt on the
Mercersburg pike last Sunday.
The owner can have it by calling
at the News Office, describing it
and paying 25 cents for this no.
tice.
The Fulton County news. [volume] (McConnellsburg, Pa.) 1899-current, 1902-04-17
WieIds 4 SHARP Ak.

Millions marvel at the multi
tude of maladies cut off by DR..
Kings New Life Pills-the most
distressing too. Stomach, Liver
and Bowel troubles-Dyspepsia,
Loss of Appetite, Jaundice, Bill
iousness, Fever, Malaria, all fall
before these wonder workers.
25c at w. S. Dickson's drug store.
The Fulton County news. [volume] (McConnellsburg, Pa.) 1899-current, 1902-04-17
Sale Register.

Satu rday, April 19.-Mary
Rohne will sell at the late resi-
deuce of A. w. McClain near Wa
terfalL cows, farming implements
household goods, &C. Sale be-
gins at / O'Clock.