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Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-01
The Distant Stars.

Speaking roughly, we have reason,
from the data SO far available, to be-
lieve that the stars of the Milky Way
are situated at distance between
100,000,000 and 200000,000 times the
distance from the sun. At distances
less than this it seems likely that the
stars are distributed through space
with some approach to uniformity. We
may state as a general conclusion indi-
Gated by several methods of making
the estimate that nearly all the stars
which we can see with our telescopes
are contained within a sphere not like
" to be much more than 200,000,000
times the distance of the sun.
Granting that all the stars we can
see are contained within this limit,
may there not be any number of stars
without the limit which are invisible
only because they are too far away to
be seen? -Simon Newcomh in Harper'S
Magazine
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-01
BANK OF SOUTHWESTERN GEORGIA,
BLACK and White. >

''Black and White" is the name of a
new system of drawing IN crayon, SO
simple that all can learn IT,
Any sort of picture can be enlarged
to any size; landscapes sketched from
nature or siIhouettes drawn from life.
A pupil who has never had o lesson
before can make life-size portraits in
from one to three wetks' practice,
A coitd eight years old can learn. BY
this method every family can have it
own artist. There are no failures.
Large classes wherever presented.
You are invite d to visit the studio and
see for yourself. Over 100 drawings on
exhibition. Each pupil ia taught sep
arately and success assured. Portraits
made to order-strictly free hand work.
OTIS A. MILLER,
Studio over Sparks Grocery, Jackson
street.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-01

The president has been to the ex
position, had ''bully" time and a
safe trip home-for the last of which
we should all, Democrats and Repub-
hcans, be grateful.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-01

An Indiana judge rules that man
has perfect legal right to get drunk
at his own home. But the Georgis
married man will take no chance on
this decision. The sick friend racket
Is still safe and sane, he thinks.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-01

It is far too early to begin talk about
candidate for Governor two years
hence, The people want rest from
politics and a chance to make dollar
if they can do so.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-01

The Kansas City Journal, one of the
most stalwart Republican papers In
the Southwest, sees that the appoint
ment of negroes to federal positions
is offensive and harrassing to the
South, and is outspeken in its op posi-
to such policy.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-01

Judge Parker will not attend Col.
Bryan's post-election conference of
Democratic leaders, but his advice to
the discounted brethren there will be,
''Don't send any kilograms"
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-01

Commissioner o. b. Stevens now
estimates the present cotton crop al
11,421, 900 bales. Your Uncle ObedIah
is careful fgurer on crop estimates,
and, has a record of hitting very close
to the mark.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-01

"We are not here to get all we can, -
says young Mr.. Rockefeller to his
Bible class. Great heavensl What
would they have got if they had really
tried asks the New York World.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-01

Great is the cotton crop, and great,
also, is the corn yield. Every thrifty
farmers cribs are full, and the fat
porkers in the pen are ready to depart
this life any cold, frosty mornin'.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-01

''The longest pole gets the persim-
mon" but not many poles were long
enough to reach the Thanksgiving tur-
key. That festive bird roasted toe
high for most of US.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-01
Plenty of Legs.

Mrs. Barron was one Of the new
summer folk" and not acquainted
with the vernacular. Consequently,
she was somewhat surprised, upon
sending an order for a roast of lamb
to the nearest butcher, to receive the
following note in reply: Dear Nam
am sorry / have not killed myself
this week, but 1 can get you q leg off
my brother (the butcher at the farther
END OF the town. He's full up of what
you want. seen him last night with
nve legs. Yours respectful. George
Gunton. "-Youth's Companion.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-01

The New York Tribune speaks Of
those occasions in our country's his
tory when Democratic administrations
were in power as 'periods of temporary
popular misapprehers1on."
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-01

Old Patkin now rides about the bat
tlefeld in an auto. On a dead long
run the auto beats the horse, and
Patkin wants something real swift.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-01

''The duty of the South" is siill the
subject of ferYent editorials In the
meanwh lille the South is selling cotton,
getting ready for Christmas aud
another big crop next year.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-01

Farmers who may now have to take
81 cents for cotton will remember that
they sold half the crop for 1O5 cents,
thus making up the average.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-01

If it were not for the 'pert" para
graphers no one would remember that
Dave Hill Is going to retire on Jan
uary l., according to promise
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-01
Tie Tifnes-Resorder lis the

Ohctal Organ of the City'of Amertcus,7
Onicial Organ of Sumter County.
Omcial Organ of Webster County.
Oicial Organ of Railroad Commission Of
Georgia for the Sd Congressional Dtstric'
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-01

Americas neighbor, Albany, is 60
ing TO have big Wholesale dry goods
house. Some of our merchants might
take the cue and do likewise.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-01

IfDavid B. Hill can complete all the
labors of preparation in time, it is be-
lieved that he will keep his promise to
retire from politics January l.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-01
AMRRICUs. Ca. DEC. J, 1904.

Congress convenes again next Men
day, and the few democrats there will
try to look pleasant.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-01

Up IN Kentucky they are praying
for rain. Otherwise the country has
an abundance of moisture.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-01

Already the winter tourists are wing
ing their fight southwark and the
resorts in Georgia and Florida will
soon fill up with millionaires
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-01
Arrivals,

+Da1ly. Except Sunday. s SundaYoag,
Sleeping cars between Americas ana AF
lanta on train leaving Americas lO;Sopi w.
and arriving Americas Sl4 a. N. Cona atc-o
at Fort VaIey with sleepers to ana n0-
Savannah.
For further information, apply to
S. A. PRUIT"r, Agent, AmerIcus, Ga
j, A.WESSON Ticket Agent, AmericuS'G
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-01

Other railroads are 10 be built in
Georgia. Ours is indeed the gate
way to the entire South.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-01
CURE A com I'M ONE nav

.ake Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets.
All -, druggists refund the money if it
,~As TO cure. e. W. Groves signature
Is on each 25c box.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-01

The foot ball season has closed with
q record of thirteen killed and 200
wounded That is not so bad.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-01
CENTRAL OF GEORGIA
z ALL w AY.
Schedules Effective, October 28d, 1901.

Arrival and departure OF trains at Amer
Gus, Ga.-Central of Georgia Railway Pas
senger Station. goth Meridian Time.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-01

x -zA- 50 s1s 60 ~
Bears the Tho Kind You Have Always BOugtf
o. Aa<aEZzzTsm
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-01
Cancer Cured

Botanic Blood Balm Cures Cancers Of all Kinds.
Suppuratiag Swengs, Eating Sores, Tumors. ugly
Ulcers 1t kills the Cancer Poison and heals the sores
or worst cancer perfectly. If you have persistent
Pimple, WaEt, Swe,lings, Shooting Singing Pains,
take Blood Balm and they will disappear before they
develop into Cancer Many apparently hopeless cases
Of cnncnr c,.-c1 hu taking Botanic Blood Balm.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-01
BLOOD
F'|!lIIs!Sj Q)lI
Bone Pains, itching, SCabI
Skin Diseases.

Skin Diseases.
SweIIings, Carbunc1es, PimpIcs, Scrofu1a
Permanently cured by taking Botanic Blood Balm. It
destroys the active Poison in the blood. If pou hare
aches and pains in bones, back and joints, Itching
Scabby Skin, Blood feels hot thin, Swollen Glands
Risings and Bumps on the Skin, Mucus Patches In
Mouth, Sore Throat, Pimples, offensive eruptons,
Copper olored Spots rash Skin all rundown
nervous, Ulcers any part OF the body Hair Eye
brows falling out, Carbunces or Dolls, take
Botanic Blood Balm, guaranteed
cure even the worst and most deepseaed where
doctors, patent medicines, and hot springs fail Heals
all Sores stops all aches and palms, reduces all swengs,
makes blood pure and rich, completely changing the
entire body into clean, healthy condition. B. B. B.
has cured thousands of cases of Blood Poison even after
reaching the last stages.
Old Rheumatism, Catarrh, Eczema
ara caused By awful poisoned condition of the
Blood. B. B. 3. stops Hawking and Splitting, Itching
and Scratching, Aches and Palms, cures Rheumatism,
Catarrh; heals all Scabs Scales, Eruptons, Watery
Blisters foul fostering Sores of Eczema; by giving
pure, healthy blood supply to affected parts.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-01
FINE BUGGIES

1t is seldom the public has opportunity to buy high grade
bugges moderate After experience have found
the vehicles manufactured by the Bount Carriage and Buggy Manu-
featuring Co.. Atlanta Ga be the highest grade buggy manufc
tured for the price.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-01

Senator Cockrell may not get some
thing equally good" but he will not
be permitted to hit the grit.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-01
Monogrammed Stationery makes dainty Christmas
Present from
A GENTLEMAN TO ALADY.

Also 100 engraved visiting cards make acceptable
present. Send us your orders that they be
executed in ample time Samples and prices furnish
ed upon application j. P. STEVENS ENGRAV-
ING CO., Manufacturers of Society Stationery and
Wedding Invitations, IL Whitehall ST., Atlanta, Ga.
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1904-06-23


There were weather prophets before
the weather bureau. A correspondent
Of the Springfield Republican says that
once when Dudley Leavitt, for many
years the maker of the New Hamp-
shire Almanac, was driving northward
through Nottingham he encountered a
farmer hoeing by the roadside.
"a fine morning." said Leavitt.
eyes," was the answer, ''but it's go
ing to rain before long,"
There was no hint Of rain in the sum-
mer sky, but before Leavitt had got
through Northwood narrows heavy
shower came down upon him. Wish
ing to find out how the farmer could
predict so exactly, he turned back and
found him out in the field again
after the rain
II should like to know" said the
astronomer of Winnepesaukee, chow
you could tell so exactly what the
weather was going to be-
WELL" said the sage, when my old
ram scratches his ear with his left
hind foot in the morning I'm certain
twill rain before night. Besides, If
that old fool of bud Leavitt says in
his almanac, Fair weather may be ex-
pected,' l know twill be just the con-
tary."
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1904-06-23
The First Gas Machine.

A gas machine is generally under
stood as an apparatus for producing
carbureted air, which may be used
like /carbureted hydrogen or coal gas
for Illuminating purposes. When gaso-
line, which is very light and volatile
product Of petroleum, comes in contact
with the air it is dissolved by the air
in other words, the air becomes charg-
ed with its vapOrs to such an extent
that the air and vapors form fairly
good substitute for coal gas, requiring
a slightly different burner. Oliver p.
Drake, philosophical instrument
maker of Boston, was the first to use
gasoline for this purpose. The Drake
machine was made in the form Of q
cylinder with partition through the
center. One end was provided with a
water meter wheel driven by weight
and clockwork This meter wheel
pumped air, which was taken into the
other end Of the cylinder, where it came
in contact with the gasoline, the gasO-
line being constantly presented to the
air by a rotating evaporation made Of
wicking. The air in passing took up suf-
ficient of the vapOrs to enable 1t to be
used for Illuminating purposes. These
machines went into use to limited
extent-Sir Hiram Maxim in Harper's
Weekly.
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1904-06-23
Would You?

If you had it to do over again, would
you marry?
Of course you would, for if you had
your life to live over again you would
live just as you have lived.
But if you had known, when young,
what you know now, would you marry,
as you did?
That, however, is not fair question,
knowing that such thing is impossi-
BILE.
Besides, you could have learned from
the lives and experiences Of others If
you had been anxious to know all
about married life before entering upon
it yourself.
Possibly you were advised this way
and that, warned to look out for trou-
BILE and assured Of complete success.
No wonder advice is 80 cheap; it Is so
plenty. And who wants anything so
cheap that it is given away just to get
rid Of it?
That's how you felt, no doubt, and
that is, or once was, your excuse for
doing as you did.
1t is better that you didn't take ad-
vice from others, for If you had you
might now regard them as your NOR
tai foes and blame them for all your
troubles and your woes. = Pittsburg
Gazette.
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1904-06-23
An Alarm Clock for 20 Cents

If you want to get up early and
feel good all day take Little Early
Riser or two at bed time. These
famous little pills relax the nerves
give quiet rest and refreshing sleep.
with a gentle movement of the
bowels about breakfast time. W.
H. Howell, Houston, Tex, says :"
Early Risers are the best pill made
for constipation, sick headache, bill
BUSINESS, etc. Sold by Frost &
Spies.
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1904-06-23
A Polieomans r..tomeny.

J. N. Patterson, night Policeman
of Nashua, Ia, writes: Last winter
had bad cold on my lungs and
tried at least half dozen advertised
cough medinines and had treatment
from two physician without getting
any benefit. A friend recommended
Foley's Honey and Tar and two
third of a bottle cured me. Iconsid-
err it the greatest cough and lung
medicine in the world" Sold ty
Frost Il Spies.
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1904-06-23
Manager Wanted.

We desire to employ trustworthy
lady or gentleman to manage our
business in this County and adjoin-
ing territory. Our house is we'll and
fayorably known.
$1,000 straight cash salary and all
expenses paid each week by check
direct from headquarters. Expense
money advanced; previous expert
enoe unnecessary; position perma-
nent. Address Thomas Cooper
Manager, 1910 Caxton Building
Chicago, Ill.
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1904-06-23

his voice was very gentle, as though
he feared he might here touch some
old wound unwittingly, "there is in
your life some romance which l have
not guessed. Believe me, l would not
wound you for worlds, and l trust you
will pardon my clumsy speech"
"Oh, l am not blighted being, never
fear" this with a laugh that did not
ring altogether of merriment.
''Then your refusal to marry me is
not based upon the ground that you
prefer some other MANI?
mo. | am not in lOve-with some
other man."
''Then why not marry meY
81 have given you the best Of all a
womans reasons, because
''But your refusal of me is final,
may take it?"
"Yes,"-the ''yes" with an almost in
audible sigh, sigh so nearly inau-
dible that it did not reach the man.
He had thrown away his cigar and
stood for moment gazing out toward
the trees, the throbbing waltz tune
breaking an otherwise perfect silence.
Then he began to speak, and his voice
was harsh with feeling that had been
restrained:
II think quite forgot to mention one
thing in my proposal. I did not say
that I love you very dearly; that, not
wishing to be beggar of love, l have
waited all these years to be in posi-
ton to offer you the things which l
mentioned as rendering me eligible for
your hand. You, who are so cool and
calm, what can you know of love and
passion? Now I know that / have
worked all these years in vain-no, not
altogether in va1n-fOr l am going to
kiss you once, here and now, If 1t
means the loss Of all the little that Is
left me of your regard"
He gathered her in his strong arms
and kissed her, not once, but many
times, on her forehead, on her eyes and
on her lips, and then released her with
the full consciousness that he had done
an objectionable thing which he did
not regret.
But the woman held out her arms to
him and said:
"Oh, Jack, dear, why didn't you tell
me that you loved me at frst?"
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1904-06-23
CONCERNING HOG HOUSES.
Sunlight and Ventilation Are of
Prime Importance.


Prime Importance.
1 should say to those contemplating
building hog houses, do not wait any
longer, for you can build a cheap one,
if necessary, said James Fisher before
the Wisconsin institute. A hog house
should be constructed so the hogs can
be fed away from the nest.
I like the feeding floor outside, where
the sunlight can get at it, surrounded
by a tight fence of upright boards
three and. half feet high, as it af-
fords a shelter from the cold winds.
We hear much about sunlight and ven
tilation in our stables, and they are
just as essential in our hogpens. Shut
out sunlight and fresh air and there is
no feeder so skilled in feeding or
compromising ration that will give
you results that can be had from fresh
air and sunlight accompanying the ra-
ton.
I have tried many hog houses and
have found the one l will try to de-
scribe to you the best and most con-
venient I now have on the farm.
We built floor, putting a good foun-
dation under it 48 by 16 feet facing
the south. Then on the back half of
this we built the hogpens, or, rather,
the narrowing pens. These we made
four feet high, all walls double boards,
with paper between. TwO-t thirds Of the
roof is shingled. The south third is
made up Of doors opposite each pen,
so that when open the direct rays Of
the sun enter every bit Of the house.
The pens are 6 by feet. When par
titiOned this will make pen that will
hold eight sows.
The front pens are the same size, and
they are also partitioned the same
as the house. These we use for feed
ing. We also make slope to the floor
for proper drainage and a good fender
eight inches from the floor and eight
inches from the wall to protect SOW
from lying on pigs Opposite each feed
ing place Is a double door, small door
at bottom to be open to let little pigs
out on feeding floor, so they may take
proper exercise and be fed away from
SOW little extra. The single pen sys-
tenn Is good IL built so sunlight can en-
ing time If raising many pigs.
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1904-06-23
WANTED-Several persons

WANTED-Several persons of
character and good reputation in
each state Zone in this county re-
quired) to represent and advertise
old established wealthy. business
house of solid financial standing.
Salary $21. 90 weekly with expenses
additional, all payable in cash direct
each Wednesday from head Offices.
Horse and carriage furnished when
necessary. References enclosed,
self-addressed envelop, Colonial, 1872
Dearborn St., Chicago.
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1904-06-23

GERMAN EV. LUTHERAN.
Services will be held at 1000 a. m. escept
last Sunday of the month. Sunday Schoo;
every Sunday at HOO. G. GUrExUNsr.
PASTOR.
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1904-06-23
ROMAN CATHOLIC

ROMAN CATHOLIC
REV. FATHER uLRSC PxxRr
First Mass u. M; High Mass, 1O:SO q. m.
Baptism, p. M; Instructions. a:sO D. m. !;
vespers. o. m.
Friday 7so p. m. Stations and benediction.
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1904-06-23

of action with the droll
fancies of the humorist.
We see the speaker.
wehear the laughter, we
surrender to the spell
Of the words; we can
feel the tense silence as
the speaker mounts in
his sublimest flights,
then hear the outburst
of applause ass the
audience catches the
speaker at his climax.
One sits at the BAN
quet board where the
greatest after dinner
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1904-06-23
N1HE LIBRARY OF MODERN ELOQUENcE

|T lHE LIBRARY OF MODERN ELOQUENCE
stands without peer. Nothing like twas
lS2kSDl ever attempted before. Edited by one Of
the greatest of Modern Leaders of Men,
Ex-Speaker Thomas B. Reed, assisted by a corps
of editors famous wherever English is heard,
MODERN ELOQUENCE is the masterpiece
of one who has lived close to those who have
made and are making the history of our. times.
In these volumes the reader runs the whole
gamut of eloquence, from laughter to tears, from
pathos to ridicule; keen satire is mingled with
unctuous humor; the strong, trenchant utterance
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1904-06-23

Washburn Public Library Board.
N. M. Oscar, president: O. A. Lamoreaux.
vice-president. G. .. Sowder secretary; W..
II. Irish, Charles Peterson, Mrs VIM. O'Neil,
d. Is. Cameron, E. Bryan, Mrs. James A.
Sheridan.
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1904-06-23

For sale cheap: A sewing machine
and new bicycle. Inquire at THE
TINES Office.
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1904-06-23
Hon. Thos. B. Reed
kdit0rsin.Chief
Ass 0ClATE EDlTOP

he a. Justin McCart'
Member of English
Parliament
Ressiter Johnso
J Athor and Littera'
} ibert ElIery Be
Expert Collaborato.
Edward Everett Hale
A, thor of THE Man With
cut a Country"
Jonathan p. Dolllver
u. S. Senator from Iowa
John B. Gordon
FORMER U. S. Senator from
Georgia
Nathan Haskell Dole
Associate Editor
International Library of
Famous Literature"
James B. Pond
Manager Lecture Bureau,
Author of Eccentricities
Of Genius
George MacLean Harper
Professor Of English Litera-
ture, Princeton University
Lorenzo Sears
Professor of English Litera-
ture, Brown University
Edwin M. Bacon
Former Editor Boston
Advertiser"
p. Cunliffe Owen
Member Editorial Staff
New York Tribune
J. Walker McSpadden
Managing Editor Edition
Royale Of Balzac's Works
= Marcus Benjamin
Editor. National Museum.
Washington. D. {.
Truman A. DeWeese
Member Editorial Staff
Chicago Times Herald"
william w. Matos
Member Editorial Staff
Philadelphia Evening
Telegraph"
Champ Clark
Member House of Repre-
sentatives from Missouri
Clark Howell
Editor
Atlanta Constitution"
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1904-06-23
SWEDISH LUTHERAN.
Services every other Sunday. Pastors
residence OOr. Pine Street and Seventh Ave,
Wost.

ST. JOHNS EPISCOPAL CHURCH.
Services every Sunday evenins:.at 7,ss
Sunday school at4 .. m.
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1904-06-23
METHODIST EPISCOPAL.
REV. EUGENE COOK

West Fifth street. Services every SUNDAY
at lO:ls q. N. and 1850 D. m. Sabbath School
at 1880 m. Epworth League at 6:3O o. M.
All are invited.