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The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-03-25
ARRANGE FOR EXAMINATION.
Committee On Rhodes Scholarship Is
Feeling the Situation.

Feeling the situation.
New York. March 24.--Dr. George
R. Parkin. representative OF the trus
tees OF the Cecil Rhodes scholarships,
who has just arrived from England to
make arrangements for the holding
of preliminary examinations in the
United States and Canada, announces
the examinations win be held stimuli
taneously in this country and in the
dominion, April IS, at places selected
by the various committees in charge
in this country composed of the pres
idents of universities and colleges.
THE thustees OF the scholarship
fund are now simply feeling their way"
said DIR. Parkin. and the method of
selecting the first scholars may not be
good for all time"
The examination papers are about
on grade with those used in the en-
trance test at Harvard except that a
of Greek is required.
America is a world power. and she
now must have men with world knowl-
edge to represent her abroad. OK
ford is the place where those men viii |,
get that training that win fit them to
stand with the statesmen of other
great countries"
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-03-25

ognition. A physician was sent fol
and everything done toward alleviat'
ing the sufferings of the wounded man
but death came within a few minute,
after the accident.
The deceased Is said to be mem-
Der OF the Odd Fellows. No arrange
ments have been made for the funeral,
The coroner win hold no inquest, The
body was brought to Tacoma yester-
day and taken to Hoska's undertaking
parlors.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-03-25
Wire Privilege. Extended,

Los Angeles, CAL. March st.--it Is
announced here that contract has
been entered into between the
Lake Railroad compay and the West.
ern Union Telegraph Company. which
win give the latter corporation wire
privileges and the right to handle all
commercial kilograms along the line
OF the new railroad,
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-03-25
Government Steamer Returns
From Queen City on Quat-
sina Sound.
SHIP HAS A BROKEN SHAFT
No Sign ofScotch Ship Lamerna
Which lis Believed to Have
Foundered With all
On Board.

Victoria, B. c., March 24.--The gov
eminent steamer Quadra returned to-
night from ouatsino sound. bringing
the passengers of the Queen City.
which is anchored there with her shaft
broken. The Queen City will be towed
to Victoria for repairs. The ouadra
saw no signs of the missing Scotch
ship Lamorna, now supposed to have
foundered with all hands. about 80 in
number,
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-03-25

Of the milk has almost no foundation
But he Is willing the state board should
do It's utmost to discover milk that 10
not pure ana report the matter TO him.
when that IL done. Mr., Bailey win do
his best to have the guilty milkmaii
punished according to law.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-03-25
WORKING OVERTIME.

Eight hour laws are ignored by those
tlreless little workers-Dr. Kings New
Life Pills, Millions are always at work,
night and day, curing Indigestion, Bill
BUSINESS, Constipation. Sick Headache
and all Stomach, Liver and Bowel
troubles Easy pleasant safe, sure.
Only 25c at chas. Rogers drug store.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-03-25
AMELIA IN DANGER.

Town Directly in Path Of Roaring Fire
on Prairie.
Lincoln, Neb., March PA dispatch
from Norfolk says the town was dark
at noon today from an immense cloud
of smoke which came from the prairie
fires west of here. Many persons
rushed to their cyclone cellars. Many
houses and barns near Atchison were
destroyed. The blaze from Simmons
ran so miles. The fire which threat
ened Newport has taken another track
and is heading for the town of Amelia
which it is believed win be destroyed.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-03-25
shipments for 1oos.

Seattle, March 24.--Goods valued at
ss,OoO,OOO were shipped to Alaska, ex-
elusive Of British Yukon consignments,
during the year 1903. according to the
annual report of Captain D. II. Jarvis.
collector Of customs for this district.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-03
JOTS AND DOTS IN
NEWS OF A DAY.
Little Tales are Told Briefly
Here.
BOILED DOWN TO FOUR LINES.
News Notes of Interest But Too Short
for Headlines Bunched Together
Short Tales of the Town Whacked
Shorter Still.

You should see the large line of new
books-copyright and delux editions at
Holidays Bookstore,
The bazaar next week is a subject of
interesting discussion, and Americus is
going to have carnival time for five
days and nights.
From the standpoint of crowds, Amer
icus will haYe circus-like appearance
today. Thousands will come here to
spend their cash.
It is the UNIVERSAL wish here that the
council and street railway company get
toagther upon some basis, and that we
will get the road,
Mystic Shriners met in force last
night and completed arrangements for
the grand conclave of that order in
Americas next week.
On account of the Jay Pea election
today all the saloons in the city will be
closed, and unless it rains a great
thirst is likely to prevail.
The artesian we'll will run on full
time today. you'll never miss the
water" whether or not justice of peace
elections are held here
Judge Allen reports little doing in
the sale of marriage permits. Deem
Der promises now to be rather dull
from Cupid's standpoint.
The price of cotton is apt to vary
considerably today upon the receipt Of
the bureau report. A change of quar-
ter cent is not unexpected
AS both ministers of the Methodist
churches here are attending the Con-
ference at McRea services may be su<-
pended Sunday morning.
The court proceedings this week have
not been of great interest, but there
will be shakeup whenever the crimi-
nal docket is entered upon.
Mass will be celebrated at 7:15 O'Clock
this morning at ST. Mary's church. To-
struction for children at p. m. Mass
Sunday morning at 10 o'cl ock.
The compress has been kept busy
this week Shipments of cotton from
other towns are coming in, andreceipts
at the press are running well,
A rumor was current last night that,
as there was no opposition to Justice
Ansley he might simply hold over,
making au election unnecessary.
Among the holiday books on sale in
Americas is "The Editors Purse. :"
de luxe edition. We have examined
it carefully. There's nothing in 1T
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-03
Specials For Monday and Tuesday,

1000 Yards Torcton Laces, Edg-
ings and Insertions to match some
very wide patterns. worth up to 2Oc;
here rlonday and Tuesday, choice at
412c per yard.
One great odd lot of ladies fine
ribbed pants. They are from broken
suits that sold for 81. The vest have
all been sold, Now to close the pants
with rush we offer them at 23c pr.
One case extra heavy quality bed
Spreads, every one full size and Mar
SELLS patterns; never before offered for
less than $3.50; here rlondayand Tues
day at csc each.
Onethousand yards Crepe de Chine
at the lowest price ever known for this
quality, prices have been z5c but for
rlOnday and Tuesdays selling we will
offer at &c yard. We have full stock
of the following Colors, champagne,
pink, brown, gray, cream, light blue
and black; here for Monday and Tues
days selling only at 47c per yard.
One thousand ladies Handkerchief
made of fine quality white lawn and
hemstitChed; never before offered for
less than sc; here rIonday and Tues
day only at DC each.
Fifty dozenIadiesfi fine Swiss Hand
kerChiefs, no two alike; not one i'm the
lot worth less than 25C; some worth
up to soc; here Monday and Tuesday
only at IOc each.
One case full standard PercaIes in
a great variety of this seasons newest
patterns; never before offered for less
than IOc; here Monday and Tuesday
at 6Ac.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-03
BLACK and White. .

"Black and White" is the name of a
new system of drawing In crayon, SO
simple that all can learn il.
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 lesson
before can make life-size portraits in
from one to three weeks practice.
A child 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 invited to visit the studio and
see for yourself Over 100 drawings on
exhibition. Each pupil is 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, 1904-12-03

RECTOR OF ST. LUKE's
Ashburnham, Ontario, Testities to the
Good Qualities of Chamberlain's
Cough Remedy.

AsHBURNHAM, Ont, April IS, 1903 =
[ think it is only right that I should
tell you what a wonderful effect Cham
berlain's Cough Remedy has produced.
The day before Easter / was so distress.
ed with cold and cough that did not
think to be able to take any duties the
next day, as my voice was almost choked
by the cough. The same day l received
an order from you for bottle of your
Cough Remedy. I at once procured a
sample bottle and took about three doses
of the medicine. To my great relief
the cough and cold had completely dis
appeared and / was athletic preach thee
times on Easter Day. I know that this
rapid and effective cure was due to your
Cough Remedy. [ make this testimo-
NAL without solicitation, being thank
full to have found such G Dissent rem
edy. Respectfully yours,
e. A. LANGFELDT, M. A.,
Rector of st. Luke's Church.
To Chamberlain Medicine Co.
This remedy is for sale by all Drug
gists.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-03
Mems DOmet Night Shirts at Csc.

These warm, cozy sleeping gar
ments are growing rapidly in pOpu-
larity. They prevent the first chill
when going to bed on cold night, as
we'll as when getting up in the MORN
ing, These shirts are made of quality
of dOmet that usually goes into dollar
shirts. The patterns are the prettiest
We have ever shown, and the shirts
are made full and rOOmy, giving both
warmth and comfort, sizes Is to Is
at csc each.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-03
A BUNCH OF NAMES
OF FOLKS IN TOWN,
Those Who Come and Leave
Daily.
VISITORS AT AMERIcUs HOMES
Your Own Name or That of a Friend
MAY Be Found Below In the Long
List of Yesterdays Visitors Who
Game Here,

Genuine Sumter county seed rye
onion sets and turnip seed of all kinds
at Hudson's drugstore.
Mr.. W. o. Barnett went up to M8cor
yesterday to look after matters of bus
mess there.
Mrs. G. A. Whorton has returned tx
Columbus after visit OF few days &c
friends here.
Mr.. and Mrs. John A. Cobb, Jr. Of
Carrobelle, Fla. are visiting Capt. and
Mrs. John a. Cobb.
Mrs. Ada Lundy of Sylvester is
is the guest of Mrs. Claude Schneider
at her residence here.
Capt Fl. g. BageIy, after spending
two days here on important business
has returned to Atlanta.
The condition of Mrs. G. A. Cham.
bliss, who is Ill with pneumonia, was 6
little improved yesterday.
Mrs. Belle Shaw Andrews, of Colum.
bus, is the guest of Mrs. z. A. Little
john at her residence On Taylor street,
arriving yesterday.
Mrs, W. 7. Lockett, of Leesburg,
was a visitor yesterday in Americus,
her former home, en- route to Monies
yuma to visit friends.
R3vs. Taylor, of Buena Vista, Ar
mold of Rochelle and Knowles of leslie
were in the city yesterday, going to
their several appointments.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-03
Sale of Umbrellas.

Here are new supplies of two ex-
ceIIent sorts of Umbrellas on which
you make quite a saving, although
these are the most staple goods in any
umbrella stock.
At 08C, worth S1.5O, Ladies' and
mems umbrellas of good twilled silk,
also union Taffeta. Mems with nat
uraI wood handles, wOmen's with
natural and fancy hand les.
At S1.05, worth So, extra quality
of ladies' umbrellas, made of fine
Taffeta silk, with silk cases with gun
metal, sterling silver, pearl and ivory
handles.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-03

Avoid all drying inhalants and use
that which cleanses and heals the menu
brane. Ely's Cream Balm is such a
remedy and cures Catarrh easily and
pleasantly. Gold in the head Yanishes
quickly. Price SO cents at druggists or
by mail.
Catarrh caused difficulty in speaking
and to great extent loss of hearing.
By the use of Ely's Dream Balm drop
ping of mucus has ceased, voice and
hearing have greatly improved.-J. W.
Davidson, Atty at Law, Monmouth, Ill
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-03
Fight Will Be Bitter.

Those who will persist in closir g
their ears against the continual recon-
mendation of DR.. Kings New Disoov-
cry for Consumption, will have loag
and bitter fight with their troubles, if
not ended earlier by fatal termination.
Read what IT, r. Beall, Miss. has to
say: ''Last fail my wife had every
symptom of consumption. She took DR..
Kings Discovery after everything else
had failed Improvement came at once
and four BOTTLES entirely cured her
Guaran teed by the Eldridge Drugstores
Price 500, and 81 90. Trial bottles free
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-03
COMFORTING WORDS.
Many an Americus Household viii
Find Them So

To have the pains aud aches OF bad
back removed; TO be entirely free from
annoying, dangerous urinary disorders
is enough to make any kidney sufferer
grateful. To tell how how this great
change can be brought about will PROVE
comforting words to hundreds of Ameri-
Gus readers.
r. A. Davis, machinist, of 700 Third
avenue, Columbus, employed at the
Golden Foundry & Machine Works at
Columbus, Ga, says: Doan's Kidney
Pills have proved blessing to me.
From sick man they built me up to a
strong and healthy condition and I am
more than willing to testify TO their
merits. I used three boxes and derived
moIe relief from them than from all the
other medicines [ had ever used, /
have been great sufferer from kidney
and urinary disorders, backache, etc.
Ny back has been so weak and has
panied me so much at times that could
not work, The kidney secretion were
also badly discOlored. Sometimes they
were very scant and thick and at other
times too frequent, especially at night. /
always felt better and had less pain in
my back when the action of the kidneys
were free | used everything I could
get, including half dozen well kno wn
remedies, but nothing seemed to help
me until got Doan's Kidney Pills some
monts ago. I experienced relief on the
first day used Them, and they seemed
to act at once, setting my kidneys to
work in normal manner. | no longer
suffer from pains in my back and my
strength has returned the secTetions are
regular and of normal appearance and
natural condition. You cannot quote me
too strongly In favor of Doan's Kidney
Pills.
For sale by all dealers. Price SOC per
box. Foster-Milburn Co. Buffalo, N Y,
sole agents for the United States.
Remember the name Doan's and take
no other.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-03
Beware Of Cou nterfeits.

"DeWitt's is the only genuine Witch
Hazel Salve" writes j. l.. Tucker, of
Centre, Ala. I have used it in my
family for Piles, Cuts aud Burus for
years and can recommend it to be the
best Salve on the market. Every family
should keep it, as it is an invaluable
household remedy, and should always
be kept on hand for immediate use."
Mrs. Samuel Gage, of North Bush, n
Y. says: 81 had fever sore on my an
kle for twelve years that the doctors
could not cure. All salves and blood
remedies proved worthless. I could
rot walk for over two years. Finally
I was persuaded to try DeWitt's Witch
Hazel Salve, which has completely
cured me. It is wonderful relief -
DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve cures
without leaving scar. Sold by W. A,
Rembert.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-03
Do Not Make The Mistake Buying Dress Goods Before You Sec Our Stock

There are good many women who know nothing
at all about the dress goods selling and these
women paying than is necessary to buv equal
goods These things we state with Thorough know
ledge of what prices paid in stores that sell equal
qualities Almost complete new stock received last
week. Note prices.
Vves in dark and Pastel
Venetians and
Inch Ladies Cloth in all staple Shades
Zebeine, brown, blue CSC ward
Inch two toned Tafeta all
36n black laea SILK at
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-03
Framed Pictures at 49C,

These attractive pictures are very
effective decorations for the home at
quite small cost. There are about
twenty different subjects in about
half dozen different style frames,
mounted and matted in good gilt
frames, and all good sizes, worth from
ST. 90 to SI.25, all at one price, ACC each.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-03
LET AMERIcus BE CHARITABLE
In Assisting the Unfortunates at
Christmas.

@UfaSLHbaS.
Americas always extends the open
hand at Christmas 10 the poor and I'M
fortunate, and this year there will be
no exception to the rule. In the larger
cities of the state charitable societies
end individuals are organizing already
to do this work systematically In
Macon furd has been started to
which merchants and Others are maxi
ing liberal contributions of cash and
groceries. All poor people coming for
assistance will be given card and this
card Is to be an order to some mer-
chant for the amount to be given, not
IN cash but IN whatever the applicant
may need in the way of provisions or
clothing. No fund applied in this
manner can be misused and the poor
who get the gifts will first be required
to show to the authorities that they are
in needy circumstances and worthy of
the gifts.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-03

English Spawn Linament removes
all Hard, Soft or Calloused Jumps and
Blemishes from horses, Blood Spavins,
Gnrbs, Splints, Sweeney, Ring Bone,
Stiles, Sprains, all Swollen Throats,
Coughs, etc, Save $50 by use of one
bottle. Warranted the most wonder
full Blemish Cure ever known. Sold
by E. J. Eldridge, Druggist, Americas,
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-03
a Costly Mistake.

Blunders are sometimes very expen.
sive Occasionally life itself is the prica
of mistake, but you'll never be wrong
if you take DR.. Kings New Life Pills
for Dyspepsia, Dizziness, Headache
Liver or Bowel troubles. They are gen
tie yet thorough. 25c, at the Eldridge
Drugstores,
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-03
Relief in Sig Hours.

Distressing Kidney and Bladder Dis
ease relieved in six hours by "NEw
GREAT SOUTH AMERICAN KIDNEY CURE.
1t is great surprise on account of its
exceeding promptness In relieving pain
IN bladder, kidneys and back, in male
and female. Relieves retention of
water almost Immediately, III you want
quick relief and cure this is the remedy.
Sold by e. j. Eldridge, Druggist,
Americas, Ga.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-03
Luid Wave In Northwest.

Chicago, Dec. 2.-Coincident today
with the first snowfall of the season
the weather bureau here reported tina
a cold wave in the southwest is in
creasing in intensity, zero tempera
ture prevailing in North Dakota ant
Montana Snow is general through
cut the northern tier of states.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-03
Be Quick,

Not minute should be lost when a
child shows symptoms of Group. Cham
berlain's Dough Remedy given as soon
as the child becomes hoarse, or even af-
ter the croupy cough appears, will pre-
vent the attack. It never fails, and is
pleasant and safe to take. For sale by
all Druggists.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-03

$Ioo-Dr, G. Decthon's Anti Diuretic
may be worth to you more than 500 if
you have child who soils bedding from
inconsinence of water during sleep.
Cures old and young alike. It arrests
the trouble at once. 81. Sold by E.
j. Eldridge, Druggist, Americus, Ga.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-03
ELECTION FOR JUSTICE TODAY.

Justice AnsIey Will Be Reelected In
Sumter.
This is the date for the election of
justices of the peace in the state, and
these many able jurists will be duly
enthroned by the voters. Here in
Americas Justice Ausley will get the
full vote cast, there being no cpposi-
tom to the old veteran who for many
years has held down this post in the
789th district.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-03

A. S. Bagby, Sr. of Hawkinsville, 70
years old, was struck by rail and his
knee and ankle badly injured. One
bottle of Hamlins Wizard Oil gave him
immediate relief.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-03

"The finest remedy for constipation I
ever used Is Chamberlain's Stomach and
Liver Tablets" says Mr.. Eli Butler, of
Frankville. N. Y. "They act gently
and without any unpleasant effect, and
leaYe the bowels in perfectly natural
condition" Sold by all Druggists.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-03

Mrs. Emmie H. Johnson and daugh-
ter, Mrs. Galloway, former residents of
this city but now of Thomson, will ar
rive today to visit Mrs. John r. Hud-
son on Barlow street.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-03
Table Linen and Towels UnderpriCe

At 35C worth soc. bIeached table
Damask, 90 inches wide, five differ
ent patterns; sold by most all stores
at SOC, now at three yards for S. or
CSC per yard.
MerCerized Satin finished table
Damask, 90 inches wide, If this was
priced to you at 75C you would not
think it bit too high, here at ACC yd.
Ohe case genuine huCkabaCk Tow
els, guaranteed to be the grade that
you have been buying at zoe; these
VIII be sold in lots of not over one
dozen to buyer at 81. IS per dozen,
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-03
EOile6.

Tramp-It is needless to ask the
question, madam. You know what
want. Lady-Yes, know what you
want badly, but I've only one bar of
soap in the house, and the servant is
using it. Come again some other time
Glasgow Times.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-03
Mothers, Be Careful

of the health of your children. Look
out for Coughs, Colds, Group and
Whooping Cough. Stop them in time
One Minute Caugh Cure is the best
remedy, Harmeless and pleasant. Sold
by w. A. Rembert.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-03

Sufferers from sciatica should not hes
itate to use Cham berlain's Pain Balm,
The prompt relief from pain which it
affords is alone worth many times it's
cost. For sale by all Druggists.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-03
Keep Warm

By purchasing your coal from CLARK
& Metcalf, exclusive agents for Colea-
nor coal. Every ton guaranteed to give
satisfaction or your money back
Telephone 303. CLARK & METoA1F.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-03

A married woman can be very happy
thinking how happy she was before
she was married.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-03

It is much safer to leave footprints
on the sands of time than on the soil
in the vicinity of your neighbors pouI-
try coop.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1904-12-03

Women have the better control OF
their tongues than men have; in fact,
men have no control whatever of wo-
mems tongues.