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The Aberdeen weekly. [volume] (Aberdeen, Miss.) 1878-1933, 1904-11-25

Keep yuor Carpets, Rugs,
Drnggets. etc, clean. We do the
work. Andrews The Clothing
Man. Phone 230.
The Aberdeen weekly. [volume] (Aberdeen, Miss.) 1878-1933, 1904-11-25

Our Prescription Department is
under the supervision of Three Reg
istered Pharmacists, and we can fill
prescriptions from any physician.
PHOENIX DRUG co.
The Aberdeen weekly. [volume] (Aberdeen, Miss.) 1878-1933, 1904-11-25

We have on draught at our Soda
Fountain Blue Lick, Tate Springs
and Buffalo Lithia Waters. Just
think, these health-promoting wa
tiers at your own door,
PHOENIX DRUG co.
The Aberdeen weekly. [volume] (Aberdeen, Miss.) 1878-1933, 1904-11-25

Your money is subject TO your call
if dissatisfied with an article bought
of us. Can any one do more?
PHOENIX DRUG co.
The Aberdeen weekly. [volume] (Aberdeen, Miss.) 1878-1933, 1904-11-25

California Prune Waters are a good in
vestment. They give quick returns with
no after trouble. 100 for 23c. Ask your
Druggist.
The Aberdeen weekly. [volume] (Aberdeen, Miss.) 1878-1933, 1904-11-25

See our Worlds Fair display of
LAMPS. Most beautiful, most art
istic, most durable. most inexpens-
i've in price, in the city. GAYS.
The Aberdeen weekly. [volume] (Aberdeen, Miss.) 1878-1933, 1904-11-25

Mr. Percy g. Coleman and Miss
Minnie Harris were married at St.
Johns rectory. in the presence of
few invited friends. last Sunday
afternoon, at B O'Clock, DR.. L. @.
Birch performing the ceremony.
The bride and groom are both
popular young people. and the
Weekly joins their numerous
friends in wishing them long
years of happiness and prosperity.
The Aberdeen weekly. [volume] (Aberdeen, Miss.) 1878-1933, 1904-11-25

Ladies and Gents Garments
Cleaned, Pressed and Repaired on
short notice. Your patronage So
licited. All Work GUARANTEED.
Andrews The Clothing Man.
The Aberdeen weekly. [volume] (Aberdeen, Miss.) 1878-1933, 1904-11-25
LOWER INTEREST.

We are able to negotiate INSTALL
ment loans on improved Real Estate
at Z per cent. interest, in sums of
81 10000 or over. Smaller amounts
at 8 per cent.
LEFTWICH & TUBB.
October 81, 1904.
The Aberdeen weekly. [volume] (Aberdeen, Miss.) 1878-1933, 1904-11-25

We have just received beautiful
line of new CANNED GOODS and
CON DIMENTS. Come and see.
Phone 20. +. ID. CARTER Il co.
The Aberdeen weekly. [volume] (Aberdeen, Miss.) 1878-1933, 1904-11-25

Mamma, was Santa Claus at Gay 5
last year? Yes, and will be there in
his new clothes this year.
The Aberdeen weekly. [volume] (Aberdeen, Miss.) 1878-1933, 1904-11-25
Neuralgia Pains.

Rheumatism. lumbago and sciatic
pains yield to the penetrating influence
of Billiards. Snow Liniment. 1t pene-
trates to the nurves and bone and being
absorbed into the blood, its healing
properties are conveyed to every part of
the body. and effect come wonderful
cures. 25c, SOC and $1.Oo. Phoenix
Drug Co.
The Aberdeen weekly. [volume] (Aberdeen, Miss.) 1878-1933, 1904-11-25

A = remedy for poor appetite, iudiges-
tion, vsak stomach and constipation,
California Prone Waters are uneq uAlled !.
loo for Is cents. Ask jour DFnggist.
The Aberdeen weekly. [volume] (Aberdeen, Miss.) 1878-1933, 1904-11-25

Sole Agents Miss Wanous' Sham
poo Bag. Zoe. PHOENIX DRUG Co.
The Aberdeen weekly. [volume] (Aberdeen, Miss.) 1878-1933, 1904-11-25

We endeavor TO secure and retain
your patronage on merit. We be-
lieve our success IA splendid endorse
ment of our method.
The Aberdeen weekly. [volume] (Aberdeen, Miss.) 1878-1933, 1904-11-25

We will sign the gilt edge guaran-
antee given with our House Paint.
PHOENIX DRUG co.
The Aberdeen weekly. [volume] (Aberdeen, Miss.) 1878-1933, 1904-11-25
PHOENIX DRUG co.
Baptist Church.

There will be preaching Mt the
Baptist church on Sunday, No
vember q, at IL a. m. and 7 pm.
The Aberdeen weekly. [volume] (Aberdeen, Miss.) 1878-1933, 1904-11-25

DIR. CarIsteldt's German Liver Powder
il wonderful remedy a prescription
used for over fifty years by an eminent
German physician in his practice both
in Europe and this country and sold by
thousands of druggists all over the
world. So mildly natural are the effects
of this remedy that all Kidney and Liver
troubles give way To perfect health IL
cures the worst cases and many have
been cnred who had tried every known
remedy.
Symptoms of Liver Complaint: Dys-
pepsia, indigestion, rheumatism, gout.
skin eruptions, sallowness, constipation,
dizziness, vertigo, headache, piles, pain
in the back, melancholy, bad breath,
furry tonge, horrid taste, unpleasant
dreams. insomnia, undue sleepiness, nau
sea, natulehce, swelling of the abdomen,
colicky condition of the bowels, pain
and soreness in the stomach, liver spots
on ihe skin, loss of memory, impaired
vitality, dire forebodings, lack of energy,
INDIGESTION, crankiness, blood poisoning,
nervousness, falling hair-oh, there are
lots of them and each one emphasizes
tho importance of having DR.. Carlsteldt's
German Liver Powder constantly within
reach. IL is the right thing at the right
time, sure and certain in effect, pleasant
and perfect in action.
For your own sake, don't neglect any
Of the symptoms of liver disorder or the
complaint will become chronic and the
ultimate, after untold suferinRs, is
DEATH.
The Phoenix Drug Co. can toll you
all about DIR. Carlsteldt's German Liver
Powder; it has cured many of his GUS
TONERS who are recommending il to their
friends.
Better than testimonials 10 the guaran
tee under which DR.. Carlstcldt's German
Liver Powder In sold. II il docs not re-
lisve and cure you IL will cost you moth
ing. SO go at once and procure the remedy
The Aberdeen weekly. [volume] (Aberdeen, Miss.) 1878-1933, 1904-11-25

Natures true fruit Cathartic. Califor
MIA Prune Waters are pleasant az candy
and Just as harmless. loo for 25c. Ask
your Druggist.
The Aberdeen weekly. [volume] (Aberdeen, Miss.) 1878-1933, 1904-11-25

Get Kodak. Where? PHOENIX
DRUG Co.'S, Eastman Kodak Agency.
The Aberdeen weekly. [volume] (Aberdeen, Miss.) 1878-1933, 1904-11-25

Trade with the boys, at
r. ID. CARTER g. CO.'S.
The Aberdeen weekly. [volume] (Aberdeen, Miss.) 1878-1933, 1904-11-25
MAIER JEWELRY STORE.

We accept subscriptions for Mag
azines at publishers subscript ion
rates. PHENIX DRUG co.
The Aberdeen weekly. [volume] (Aberdeen, Miss.) 1878-1933, 1904-11-25

Santa Claus will be there
Where? At Gays.
The Aberdeen weekly. [volume] (Aberdeen, Miss.) 1878-1933, 1904-11-25

Let us feed your family, that 5 our
business. Phone 79.
The Aberdeen weekly. [volume] (Aberdeen, Miss.) 1878-1933, 1904-11-25
FINE STATIONERY.

100 ENGRAVED VISITING CARDS,
CoPPERPLATE, until Christmas,
SIPS.
100 WEDDING INVITATIONS
Inside and Outside Envelopes,
$3.50.
Takes 3 days for good job. Note
our low prices. None lower for the
work with stock equally as good as
ours. Samples free.
MAIER JEWELRY STORE.
The Aberdeen weekly. [volume] (Aberdeen, Miss.) 1878-1933, 1904-11-25

See SANTA CLAUS, at GAYS.
The Aberdeen weekly. [volume] (Aberdeen, Miss.) 1878-1933, 1904-11-25

Two Hundred and Fifty Sets of
STERLING SILVER SPOONS
selling until sold for
The Aberdeen weekly. [volume] (Aberdeen, Miss.) 1878-1933, 1904-11-25

Swiss Cheese, Buckwheat, q
ham Flour, Maple Syrup, Fruit
ali kinds. F. ID. Carter 4 q
The Aberdeen weekly. [volume] (Aberdeen, Miss.) 1878-1933, 1904-11-25

Feed Stuffs, Corn, Oats, Bran,
Hay etc. +. ID. CARTER 4 co.
The Aberdeen weekly. [volume] (Aberdeen, Miss.) 1878-1933, 1904-11-25
Positive Guarantee
Signed by Phoenix Drug Co.,
who Agrees to Retui n Your
Money II DR.. Carlstedt's Ger
man Liver pills fall to Cure
You.
GUARANTEE.

hereby agree to refund the money
paid for DIR. Carl-tcd's German Liver
Powder ON the return of the empty
bottles, the purchaser stating 1t has
failed to relieve and cure him of any of
the Diseases for which il il recomme N
ded. This guarantee covers the nae Of
81 bottle or four DC. bottles or two
months treatment.
The Aberdeen weekly. [volume] (Aberdeen, Miss.) 1878-1933, 1904-11-25

After others fail, try US. Satisfac-
ton md Popular Prices are common
commodities with US.
PHOENIX DRUG CO.
The Aberdeen weekly. [volume] (Aberdeen, Miss.) 1878-1933, 1904-11-25

Sixteen thousand negro babies
in Monroe county will probably
get Christmas presen to during the
coming holiday season.
The Aberdeen weekly. [volume] (Aberdeen, Miss.) 1878-1933, 1904-11-25

When we quote you a price We are
ready tn deliver the goods" See
the point? PHOENIX DRUG Co.
The Aberdeen weekly. [volume] (Aberdeen, Miss.) 1878-1933, 1904-11-25

Santa Claus will be there;
Santa Claus will be there:
Santa Claus is there now,
At GAYS, at GAYS.
The Aberdeen weekly. [volume] (Aberdeen, Miss.) 1878-1933, 1904-11-25

Epson Lithia Water-Bring
your Jug and ticket.
Lam & Carter Hdw. Co.
The Aberdeen weekly. [volume] (Aberdeen, Miss.) 1878-1933, 1904-11-25

Your head will soon be thing of the past,
Your body dismembered be,
Your feathersl ii be sailing about in the air,
Your eyes more will see
But your future will be glorious one,
You need not worry more,
For I'm composed of the best of goods
In NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. HARDWARE STORE.
The Aberdeen weekly. [volume] (Aberdeen, Miss.) 1878-1933, 1904-11-25

WANTED-1OOO families to feed.
Phone -. +. ID. CARTER & Co.
Our line of TOYS, DOLLS, TOLL
EFT ARTICLES, BRUSH AND
COMB SETS, is large and inexpen-
sive. Any one can afford to buy
them, from Sc. up. Santa Claus will
wait on you, at GAYS.
The Aberdeen weekly. [volume] (Aberdeen, Miss.) 1878-1933, 1904-11-25

Yours truly, SA MIA CLAUS,
At j. A. GAYS Drug Store.
The Aberdeen weekly. [volume] (Aberdeen, Miss.) 1878-1933, 1904-11-25
THE ABERDEEN WEEKLY
FRIDAY NOVEMBER %
Time Cards, Schedules, Etc.


LOW RATES TO OKLAHOMA AND TENAS.
Low One-way Colonists tickets to points ia
Oklahoma Territory Sll 10 To Texas Sl3- 20
Dafs of sale November -. Wis the Frisco.
j X. YOUNG, Agent
The Aberdeen weekly. [volume] (Aberdeen, Miss.) 1878-1933, 1904-11-25

Said the Turkey Turk. IA he pecked about
In the barnyard one sunshiny mornings:
II feel. Mrs. Turk, that my life will be short.
For we dream Il that which carries warning.
dream a last night "a perch a mong my wives
That "a goblin toward me ran,
And his legs made Of carving knives
His body Of a double roasting pan.
The Aberdeen weekly. [volume] (Aberdeen, Miss.) 1878-1933, 1904-11-25
$3.50 Each.

selling until sold, for
The Aberdeen weekly. [volume] (Aberdeen, Miss.) 1878-1933, 1904-11-25

My legs and arms are of finest stee
"a dollar and "a half and up)
My body IL double roasting pan
For n dollar or less will do one up
30 fear no more, dream on in peace,
Remember what l say,
That all good turkeys reach an end
On some Thanksgiving Day
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1904-12-08
Beware of counterfeiss.

DE Wits il the only genuine
Witch Hazel Salve" writes j. l..
Tucker, Of Centre, Ala. Il have
used 1t in my family for Piles. Cuts
and Burns for years and can recon-
mend it 20 be the best Salve on the
market. Every family should keep
IL, as il il an invaluable household
remedy, and should always be kept
on hand for immediate use" Mrs.
Samuel Gage, OF North Bush, n. Y.
says Il had q fever sore on my
ankle for twelve years that the doc
tors could not cure. All salves and
blood remedies proved worthless.
| could not walk for two years. FL
nally was persuaded TO try De
Wits Witch Hazel Salve, which has
cured me. II is a wonderful relief. >
De Wits Witch Hazel Salve cures
without leaving a scar. Sold by Lo
ker & de WAL, Leonardtown.
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1904-12-08
No More Suffering.

IL you are troubled with indiges-
ton get bottle Of Kodol Dyspepsia
Cure and see how quickly it will
cure you. George A. Thomson, oil
Spencer, Ia, says: Have had Dys-
pepsia for twenty years. My case
was almost hopeless. Kodol Dys-
pepsia Cure was recommended and
| used q few bottles of it and it is the
only thing that has relieved me.
Would not be withoutit. Have doc
tored with local physicians and also
at Chicago, and even went to Nor
way with hopes of getting some re-
lief, but Kodol Dyspepsia Cure is
the only remedy that has done me
any good, and | heartily recommend
1t. Every person suffering with In
digestion or Dyspepsia should use
it," Sold by Loker u de WAL,
Leonardtown.
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1904-12-08
Saint Maru's Beacon


Rev. Parker Holmes, Pastor Of the
lst N. z. Church South, Hickory,
n. c., says: II have used Rydales
Stomach TABLETS for Indigestion and
regard them as perfect remedy for
this disease. | take pleasure ia re-
comending them TO all sufferers from
indigestion. Use Rydales Stomach
Tablets for your stomach trouble
and you will join DR.. Holmes in this
strong endorsement.
These tablets will digest the food
your weak stomach cannot, and thus
nourisE the body and prevent the
partial starvation, from which all
dyspeptics suffer and which causes
the loss in flesh and strength all
dyspeptics experience. These tab
lets relieve all disagreeable> symp-
toms at once. They will increase
your strength and flesh, almost from
the first days use and will soon re.
store You 70 perfect health.
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1904-12-08
Lost His Grin.

When man has lost his grip, on
the affairs of life, feels incapable OF
performing the ordinary duties that
business requires. Body lahguid,
brain dull. His liver is out OF or
der. Rydales Liver Tablets are
what he needs. One dose usually
will, two always will restore nor.
NAL condition Of body and mind. and
fit man for the duties and plea
sures Of life again. Rydales Liver
Tablets are easy to take, pleasant in
effect, satisfactory in results, econom-
ical. 30 chocolate coated tablets in
a convenient box, 25cts. Loker &
deWaal.
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1904-12-08

Those who will persist in closing
their eDrs against the continual re.
commentator of DR.. Kings New
Discovery for Consumption, will
have a long and bitter fight with
their troubles, il not ended earlier
by fatal termination. Read what II.
T. Beall of Beall, Mss. has 10 saw.
Last fall my wife had every symp.
tom of consumption. She took DR..
Kings New Discovery after every.
thing else had failed. Improve.
ment came at once and four bottles
entirely cured her. Guaranteed by
oil Druggists. Price SOC, and 800.
Trial bottles free.
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1904-12-08

There is danger in cold weather
because it produces condition favor
able to the development of those
germ diseases known as Lagrippe
Pneumonia, Bronchitis, Consump-
ton, etc. These diseases are con-
tracted while the mucous membrane
OF the throA 1T and lungs is weakened
by inflammation resulting from a
cold. II is dangerous to neglect
even slight cold. Help nature TO
ward of disease by using Rydales
Elixir. This modern scientific
remedy can always be relied on in
all diseased conditions of the throat
and lungs.
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1904-12-08

No pill is as pleasant and positive
as De Wits Little Early Risers. De
Wits Little Early Risers are so mild
and effective that children, delicate
ladies and weak people enjoy their
cleansing effect, while strong people
say they are the best liver pills sold.
Sold by Loker & de Wall, Leonard
town.
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1904-12-08

They had been engaged only few
days, SO the sensations were still
comparatively new.
Cant you stay little longer Z"
she pleaded, as he gave indications
Of preparations TO leave.
We'll, perhaps q very little
longer, he said.
How long 7" she asked.
About 10 Kisses he replied
Chicago Post.
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1904-12-08

Wife-John, don't you think our
house is altogether too small for our
present needs?
Husband-Yes; I've been think
ing seriously OF putting an addition
to IL
Wife-Somethiug in the shape of
a wing?
Husband-No; something in the
way OF mortgage.
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1904-12-08
Natural Selection

The theory OF natural selection
holds that the use develops the inn
plement, or organ.
Thus the butcher, who during
many generations rests his hand on
the scale while selling meat, gets al
last to have heavier hands than
most men.
Meanwhile other kinds Of robbers,
proceeding differently, become posi-.
lively light-fngered.-Pu Puck.
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1904-12-08
Revelation Imminent.

A sure sign of approaching revolt
and serious trouble in your system
is nervousness, sleeplessness, or
stomach upsets. Electric Bitters
will quickly dismember the trou ble-
some causes. 1t never fails TO tone
the stomach, regulate the Kidneys
and Bowels, stimulate the Liver,
and clarity the blood. Run down
systems benefit particularly and all
the usual attending aches vanish
under its searching and thorough
effectiveness. Electric Bitters is
only soc, aud that returned il it
don tsgive perfect satisfaction. Guar
anteed by all Druggists.
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1904-12-08

Mrs. Homer-"Why, Mrs. Weeds,
your hair was turning gray the last
time | saw you, and now il is jet
black"
Mrs. Weeds-"Yes, you see after
my husband died / was awfully lone
some, SO | concluded to dye, too"
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1904-12-08

An old colored brother. seated far
pack In crowded experience meet
ing. stood up, gained the attention
OF the leader, and said:
Kin say des one word 7"
You can, said the leader. Go
ahead" 81
Then withallhis might he shouted.
Halleiuiah !"-Atlanta Constitu-
tion."
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1904-12-08

Blunders are sometimes very ex-
pensive. Occasionally life itself In
the price of mistake, but you II
lever be wrong IL you take DR..
Kings New Life Pills for Dyspep-
STA, Dizziness, Headache, Liver or
Bowel troubles. They are gentle
yet thorough. 25c, AZ all Drug
Stores.
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1904-12-08

All, said the fair widow, You
have been in some pretty tight
squeezes. haven Z you, Colonel p"
Yes, answered the old warrior,
putting his arm around her waist,
and m not the only one
And he Immediately proved the
truth OF his n.-Indianapolis
Sun.
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1904-12-08

Running like mad down the street
dumping the occupants, or Q hun
dred other accidents. are every day
occurrences. IL behooves every
body to have reliable salve handy
and there's none as good as Beck
lens Arnica Salve. Burns, Cuts,
Sores, Eczema and Piles. disappear
quickly under its soothing effect.
25c. at all Drug Stores.
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1904-12-08
Mothers, Be Careful

OF the health OF your children. Look
out for Coughs, Colds, Cronp and
Whocping Cough. Stop them in
time-OHe Minute Cough Cure is the
best remedy. Harmless aud pleas
ant. Sold by Loker & de WAL.
Leonardtown.
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1904-12-08

Did you ever hear words pass
between them?"
No, your honor, but saw words
pass between them.
Explain yourself.
Il saw him knock her down with
dictionary
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1904-12-08

The Cook-Would We mind giving
me a recommendation, ma ann
The Mistress--Why, you have only
Just come.
But We may not want 70 give me
won when | do be leaving. The
Office Cat.
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1904-12-08

A good linimeut is a household
necessity. Elliott's Emulsified Oil
Liniment, meets every RECRUITMENT
VI the household aud barn yard.
Full 1.2 pint bottles 25cts. Loker &
deWaal.
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1904-12-08

Great guns What is that dis
turbance over there? Earthquake?'
'Oh, no; that Is merely Carrie Ma
ton and Bishop Potter meeting for
the first time. Baltimore Herald.
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1904-12-08

Slowpay-Doctor, suppose you
can recommend your tailor TO me
Doctor-Certainly, but you will
have to get some one else to recon-
mend you TO my tailor.-New Yorker.
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1904-12-08

i hear that you are married. Il
it too late for congratulations ?"
Yes; it's time for condolences
now. Boston Traveller.
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1904-12-08
Sick
Blood

Feed pale girls on SCOTS
Emulsion.
We do not need to give all
the reasons why SCOTS
Emulsion restores the strength
and flesh and color of good
health to those who suffer
from sick blood.
The fact that it is the best
preparation of Cod Liver Oil,
rich in nutrition. full of healthy
stimulation is a suggestion as
to why it does what it does.
SCOTS Emulsion presents
Cod Liver Oil at its best,
fullest in strength, least in
taste.
foung women in their
"teens are permanently cured
of the peculiar. disease of the
blood which shows itself in
paleness, weaknessandnervou
ness, by regular treatment
with SCOTS Emulsion.
1t is a true blood food and
is naturally adapted to the cure
Of the blood sickness from
which SO MANY Young women.
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1904-12-08
GreenWell'S Mill.

FLOUR, Meal and Feed on hand
for sale oil the time cheap for CASH.
Hereafter, In order 20 avoid hav-
ing TO keep mill books, all orders
must be accompanied by the cash.
II. r, GREENWEIL
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1904-12-08
Washington and Potomac
Railroad Company.
TRAINS FROM WASHINGTON AND BAr-
TIMGRR.

Time Table;
In Eject sent. 1. lslA. Q. 20 n ~
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1904-03-08

ceiver ought not to have been appointed.
1t is not whether lease of the road ought
not to have been made or ought not to
| be made now, to the one offering the best
terms. 1t has been well understood that
to make the road better investment
more would have to be invested by the
State and the State, with the other stock
holders was not inclined to invest the
sum necessary to put the road on the
best paying basis, while there were other
opportunities for reaping an income from
the property.
The heart of the question. is just this
that the stockholders of the Atlantic and
North Carolina Railroad, including the
largest stakeholder, the State, were not
notified of the movement to have the Of
ficers of the road ousted and a receiver
appointed. There was no need OF haste
the property could not be stolen and car
RED away. There was no need of the
midnight proceedings iii Raleigh. And
chiefly, the appointment Of the man WHO
had been trying to lease the road and
who had been held off because there was
the prospect of better bid, which has
since been Forthcoming, was nothing
short OF scandal. The corporation pa
pers can howl about their patriotism until
they are blue in the face and bolster each
other up with encouraging words, but that
fact remains
1t is In order according to the wise man
for Receiver McBee to be making all sorts
of damaging revelations about the road.
1T is naught, it is naught. saith the buy
er, but when he goeth his way then he
bOasteth." Does not every mothers son
of us know that if this poor little piece
of property, with the "hash-house" at the
end of it, had been leased on Receiver Nc
Bees terms, he would have been boasting
about his good bargain to his railroad en-
ployers even now? And they were pretty
good terms that he offered. Only there
are better. For lower bidder to get him
self appointed receiver of property that
he wanted and then begin to abuse the
property is strictly in order, according to
certain commercial conceptions of what is
business But let us not mix that sort
Of thing up with talk about our patriotism
and Independence. That is a little too
much!