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Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1905-12-21

per cent ahead OF the same time last
year. This IL an extraordinary in
crease and IL we'll distributed over
the entire country; although the gain
Ia heaviest both In volume and per.
centage In the city OF New York,
where the speculative operations 70,
the whole country largely center.
Such activity Of course explains In part
the stringency In money High In
terest rates are certainly more the
result OF business activity than spec
.llation. The latter is merely q 90.
quence. and not a. cause, The supply
OF currency In the last two years has
been Increased by over 1213, 000. 900,
and In spite Of this fact call loans
have been averaging al high as 9 I'd
10. per cent. No better argume6,
could be found for the need OF an
elastic currency system than the PRO-
ent anngency Ia the money market
which might easily, be severe enough
I'd Interfere With the continuepce ,Qi
prosperity sudden reactions In TIC
market may be Expected. especially
20 the disposition TO realize u groy.
Ing, and those who have good profff
are displaying too much willingns5
to give tho newcomers whatev6l
.ch@nceg may remain. =
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1905-12-21
NATIONAL BUSINESS.
Henry Clews says:

NN A~&% ~s~ NM H#Hrf EnHWH
Our railroad situation continues
highly satisfactory. Earnings Of for.
ty-One roads for the month Of Novem-
Der showing an increase Of over s per
CEN for that month over the large re.
turns Of Z year aga Many Of the
roads are still seriously overtaxed
with trafic, and there is no question
but that mnch Of the new building
proposed up TO date Is absolutely nee
essary in order to keep pace with the
growth Of trade and population In the
west. Unless something happens to
interfere with the present progressive
movements we are like 10 see CON
siderable new mileage constructed In
the west during the next two years.
Nothing has occurred thus far at
Washington to create very serious ap-
prehension regarding railroad legisla-
ton. A number Of bills have been In
troduced, tho purpcscs OF which ara 10
conflicting that a long land possibly
fruiuoss discussion seems In prospect.
Some idea Of the activity on Dusi-
ness can 10 bad by the Tact. tobt, for
the eleven apnths endiug November,
30. the cicarings OF the United states
avxrceated almost 100 billions. or 20
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1905-12-21
silver SHIPMENTS TO n
HAiknr,

Increased demand fot silver In tie
Orient Is causing heavy shipments a
that metal. and II IL altogether prob
able that the movement will continue
until . large percentage Of the silver
stored In Mexico and other Occidental
countries 10 transferred 70 the far
east 8
Powerful forces have been at work
In the Orient, and as Z result tho
streams Of commerce arr sweIsingi
The movement OF trade IN all parts
Of the far east is making demands
upon the monetary supply Of that part
Of the world. and out Of this grows
the need to iraport copper and silver
from the west, says the Denver Repub-
llcan. The recent great rise in the
value OF copper has been attributed
In part to this movement, and doubt
less the conclusion IL sound.
There are enormous possibilities
In the commercial development Of
Chiaa and other countries Of eastern
Asia. The volume or trade might
easily be multiplied three or -Four
times In the course OF comparatively
few years. and whatever nnanciers~ OF
a certain school may say concern
ing the use Of Substitutes for monsy
In highly civilized and developed.
coutrfes, It Is evident that In an EN-.
pire IKE China where banking hardly
exists and clearing houses are un-
known, commercial transactions will
he closely dependent upon the avail
able supply Of money. Trade develop
ment will not Cease or be checked
as long az monetary stringencytn to
Orient may be relieved by innpof!x-'
lions Of silver frosp EufSpo Mexico
md the United a1ato06ut this I'm
portation viii become necessary along
with the growth OF trade.
Hence We may look for further ad
vances In the price Of silver. The pre-
diction that II win reach seventy
cents m ounce Is nos citrassgent. n
a stir greater advance would not be
unreasonable. Less silver is produced
than gold from the mines; and unless
production Ia greatly stimu.asec by
the advanced price. some countries,
now large holders Of silver. may be
drained Of nearly all their supply.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1905-12-21
WHERE Arr rHi soys

Tho prsNtiina$y contest Of The
Albuquerque High. school to decide
who shall, rAprssAnt the Institution In
'vhe te~rritsriaf. osstoxt6al contest was
,plsticit4ts6, IN lost night y s6ree
girls apd : C%hinaman, The Albu-
querQue citisens In speaking Of this
matter says: ,Ya Il. I'll 49,
"Shades Of Cicero and Deniosthe.
nese. and Of American orators living
and dead. hide your faces at the fact
that albuquerque. the metropolis Of
New Mexico. cannot produce 4 single
high school American boy to take
part In an oratorical contest! Surely,
the institution Of these contests comes
none too soon; ana It is greatly to be
desired that. the Albuquerque girls
shall TO- quicken the sense Of shame
and az kindle the promptings Of am,
bition that a similar state Of case
shall never again disgrace the records
Of the Duke City"
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1905-12-21

vote would be q mere formality and
could do no possible harm. Contrast
the reas0nableness and moderation OF
this amendment with Speaker Can.
mons intolerant attitude. that II any
attempt Is made to separate the case
Of Arizona and New Mexico from that
OF Oklahoma and Indian Territory he
will use his great power to defeat
'stetehopds for all the territories. He
u Hiiilhg 70 DO : confessed injustice
to Oklahoma and Indian Territory un
Leaf. he has his way with the othe
territories. w
The truth A., n thsf railroads and
mine owners Of Arizona are opposing
Joint statehood they are voicing this
sentiments scf q large majority OF the
citizens Of Attkona--KAnsas City
Journal
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1905-12-21
4 COCK AND BULL STORY.

The story sent out from Washington
that the railroads and mining corpor-
aticns, are back Of the opposition TO
joint statehood for Arizona and New
Mexico. has oil the earmarks Of m
inspired press agent"--probahly Of
the am school Of journalism as Sec.
rotary Bishop. OF the Panama canal
commission, who confessed the other
day that q surn'ise on his part was
the only foundation for the press stvtf
which he had been giving out forfa
year or more 70 the effect that the
railroads were engaged in some dirk
and mysterious plot 70 prevent the
.uilding OF the Panama canal. n the
railroads and mining corporations
were. half as powerful as this cock and
bull story implies they would be much
better on under a state government
than under federal controi. Il w0uiu
certainly be easier for them to control
= state legislature In Arizona. where
they are said by this press agent to
be allpowerful. than TO influence the
action of congress. q
This statement regarding the rail-.
roads and mining owners is on par
with the wild assertion that there Is
no general opposition among the PEG.
pie Of Arizona and New Mexico TO
Joint statehood. II that were 30. thes
those who gre trying to force joint
statehood would have no reason TO
object to Senator Foraker's amend
ment thaS the people Of each terri
tory be allowed 10 vote, separately
upon the. question of rAuI ping The
state constitution. II the people are
not ~Dpeosed to jotnt statehood the
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1905-12-21
FOR SALE

An old established business doing a
good business. Best location and
good reason for selling. Positively all
good. clean, saleable goods-no dead
stock, VIII sell at actual cost. Stock
will inventory about $4,000 to $4,000.
No experience necessary. Last year
earnings $2.362.S7. win stand the
closest Investigation. VIII sell or
lease purchaser business property
reasonable. II interested inquire at
office.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1905-12-21
X MARKETS


Kansas City, Dec. zl.-Cattle re-
ceipts. 5000. including 400 southerns;
steady to ten cents higher. Native
steers. $3.750S6.25: southern steers
&2.SO@$4.5v; southern cows. t2.OO@
$4.G0; native cows and heifers. $2.0C
@$4.60: stockers and feeders. $2.75@
$500: bulls. @2.25@$4.00; calves. $500
@$7.25; western steers. $3.16Q$4.8O;
western cows. $z.40@33.50.
sheep nseslpts.
Sheep-Receipts, 1000 weak. Nut
tons. N.50GS5.S5; lambs. $3.50
$3.50; range wethers. $5.500Ss4o;
fed ewes, @4.250S6.25.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1905-12-21

While the orat0r4cal contest IL the
subject q much conversation the fol-
lowing definition 81 oratOry By Prof.
.Trusblood of The un~tverslty Of Mich
Iran viii ID. of interest: "Oratory*i II
the Az " public speaking In such 4
manner thet the 4rt Itself y conceai-
i ia III natnraineSs."
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1905-12-21

The territorial oratorical contest
should be made . psfmsnen, AFFAIR.
II will probably be better 20 make ar.
engagements to have II held each year
I'm connection wth the educational a.
s0ciation.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1905-12-21

M " ~ tWFtfNtF "a -" tNFs ".
It 10 rather surprising TO dad that
the horse is not only the most dan.
gerOus animal to humanity In the
world but that he KILLS ten times more
people annually than the railroad,
automobile. and bicycle combined.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1905-12-21

It IL q high, solemn, almost awful
thought for every individual man that
his earthly influence. which has had
. commencement, will never through
all the ages. we're he the meanest Of
us, have IN end!-Thomas Carlyle.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1905-12-21

The increased prosperity IL In no
way better evidenced than by the
fact d the very decided increase In
post once holiday business. tv,'
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1905-12-21
chIeapo Livestock.

CnIeoU0 ItVoos0ek.
Chicago. acc. 21.- Cattle receipts
5000. steady to strong. 'Beeves, $3.50
@S6.G5; cows and .heifers. $500
1880; stockers and feeders. @2.s0Q
@.26; Texans, 13.50034.Sy.
zl5 s Chicago Sheer.
Sheep-Receipts, $4,000; steady
Sheep. N.000s5.75: lambs. 1850
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1905-12-21

The Optic Gpscts . LAs Vegas con-
testaht to bring back the oratorical
contest gold medal from albuquerque.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1905-12-21

So much We miss
X love ID weak. 20 much We gain
II love IL strong. God thinks no pain
Too sharp or lasting to ordaip,
To teach " thiS.--Helen Jackson.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1905-12-21

Three more days before Christmas.
The rush at the stores shows no
signs Of diminutton.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1905-12-21

And the darkest hour. the proverb
goes.
Is the hour before the dawning.
G. Mackay.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1905-12-21

should count myself fortunate II
my home were remembered sor some
inspiring quality OF faith. charity and
aspiring Intelligence Hamilton W.
Mabte.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1905-12-21

!. There u yet no culture. no method
'bf progress known to, men. that is SO
rich and complete as that which IL
mipistered BY . truly great friendship.
Phillips Brooks.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1905-12-21
SEVEN SENTENCE N

I love these little people. and IL is
not a slight thing when. they who are
so fresh from God. love us.-3ickens.
In character. In manners. In style,
in all things, the SUPREME excellence Is
simplicity
There was never a night without
a day,
Nor IN evening without q morning,
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1905-12-21

Nor an evening without q morning,
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1905-12-21

There was never a night witho
Fitzgerald enterprise. (Fitzgerald, Ga.) 1895-1912, 1905-02-07

There is more Catarrh in this SEC
ton of the country than all other
diseases put together and until the
last few years was supposed to be
incurable. For great many years
doctors pronounced it local disease
and prescribed local remedies, and
by constantly falling to cure with
local treatment, pronounced 1t in
curabIe. Science has proven catrrh
to be constitutional ailment
Halls Catarrh Cure, manufactured
by j.. Cheney & Co., Toledo, Ohio,
is the only constitutional cure on The
market. 1t is taken internally in
doses from 10 drops to teaspoenful.
It acts directly on the blood and
mucous surfaces of the system.
They offer one hundred dollars for
any case it fails to cure. Send fol
circulars and testimonials.
Address F. j. Cheney eco, Tole.
do, Ohio. Sold by Druggists, 76c.
Take HALLS Family Pills for CON
stipation.
Fitzgerald enterprise. (Fitzgerald, Ga.) 1895-1912, 1905-02-07
Runsens Catarrh Cure

Bunsehs Catarrh Cure will positive
~ cure catarrh or money refunded
If you are troubled with catarrh, hay
fever or cold in the head give Bun
sens Catarrh Cure trial. 1t clean
ses sootbes and heals the diseased
membrnes and positively effects a
cure. Price Soc. Every bottle war
ranted. Ask J.. Il. Goodman for free
sample and pamphlet on catarrh.
Fitzgerald enterprise. (Fitzgerald, Ga.) 1895-1912, 1905-02-07

Parties interested il farm
lands in Irwin county will do
we'll to inquire of Ed. Mahan,
surveyor, who is prepared to
give reliable infor nation at the
Home Savings Bank. If
Mr.. r. A. Wilson is improving
steadily and his many friends
will be pleased to know that it is
only a matter of short time
until he will be able to assume
his accustomed place in the BUSH
ness and social life of our city.
For the third time in as many
days bankruptcy court has held
forth. In fact it is a warm day
in February when Referee Merrill
is not busy. This time it was
Geo. F. Moore & Co, of Fitzger-
aid, E. K. Farmer was made trus-
tee. J. A. Haygood, D. l.. Paulk,
E. w. Ryman and D. B. Jay
we're attorneys present.-Thom-
asville Times-Enterprize.
Fine toilet articles are desired
by every discriminating person.
1t isn't so much the fancy looks"
as it is dependability which is
desirable. When you buy shay
ing brush, or a hair brush, or
tooth brush, or fountain syringe,
or sponge, or any drug store ar
ticle, you want it to wear so long
that you will actually become at
tached to it. Then it is satisfac-
tory. You like to trade at the
drug store whose goods are of
that dependable quality. We in
vite you to trade with us. You
will1earn that you can rely upon
anything bought here.
1O-11tf GOODMAN DRUG STORE.
Fitzgerald enterprise. (Fitzgerald, Ga.) 1895-1912, 1905-02-07
Wedding and Supper.

The Patriotic Orders Of this
city purpose rendering a benefit
Oyster supper to the newly or
ganized Sons of Veterans, al
Odd Fellows Hall, on the even
ing of FEBRUARY 6th. Oysters
and coffee, donuts and coffee,
and a short program will be Of
fered the public. Also a we'd
ding, genuine for sure.) By
order of
COMMITTEE.
Fitzgerald enterprise. (Fitzgerald, Ga.) 1895-1912, 1905-02-07
Free Coupon.

Any one suffering with Kidney or
bladder trouble can get absolutely
free, one full size box of DeBells Kid
ney Pills. These pills are for sale by
]. H. Goodman, and to introduce
them the manufacturers will accept
this coupon for full retail price in the
purchase of one box. Cut out and
SEND to @. w. Beggs, Sons, & Co.,
Chicago, Ill.
Fitzgerald enterprise. (Fitzgerald, Ga.) 1895-1912, 1905-02-07
Linco1n's Day.

At the first M. E. church, next
Sabbath morning, at IL o'clock,
services will be observed in
memory of Lincolns' birthday.
Everybody cordially invited.
WILL II. CUMMINs, Pastor.
Fitzgerald enterprise. (Fitzgerald, Ga.) 1895-1912, 1905-02-07
Wine of Life For Weakness

Immediate relief and permanent
cure can be obtained by the use of
Wine of Life. This preparation of
Pure Spanish Wine combined with
cod livers, celery, pepsin and Iron
makes most delicious and effective
tonic for weakness and wonens ills.
1t is just what you need. Price 90
per quart. Sample free.
Fitzgerald enterprise. (Fitzgerald, Ga.) 1895-1912, 1905-02-07
Seed Potatoes.

"The Bliss Triumph" at the
Brunswick Restaurant. Calland
examine them before too late.
Also onion sets and. Garden
Seeds. 2-2t 3
Fitzgerald enterprise. (Fitzgerald, Ga.) 1895-1912, 1905-02-07
To Farmers and Gardeners.

To Farmers and Gardeners.
You will find your Pure Seed
Potatoes at the Brunswick Res
taurant in Fitzgerald.
They also keep complete line
of Garden Seeds.
They will treat you right.
See them. 1913
Fitzgerald enterprise. (Fitzgerald, Ga.) 1895-1912, 1905-02-07
DON'T FORGET

Grand masquerade ball given
by the Fitzgerald Volunteer
Fire Department, Tuesday, Feb.
II, 1905.
Fitzgerald enterprise. (Fitzgerald, Ga.) 1895-1912, 1905-02-07
Money to Loan.

We have made arrangements
to lend money in Irwin County
upon improved farm lands on
EASY terms and low rate of inter-
est. If you need money, write
or call on J. H. Woodward & Son,
Vienna, Ga. 1884. 1O-mo
Fitzgerald enterprise. (Fitzgerald, Ga.) 1895-1912, 1905-02-07


in Cordele, with her daughter,
Mrs. o. S. Mccoy.
A. w. Monroe, the leading
Fish and Oyster Dealer, ZIG
Pine st. Phone 153. tt
A white renter wanted for a
farm. tt.
Mrs. A. M. WELTON.
Little Florence Bryan is some
better, after quite spell of La
Grippe, at her home on Jessamine
street.
Mr.. Wright Terrence enter
tanned his friend, Mr.. Phillips,
representing the Cor ticelli Silk
Co., of Cincinnati, over Sunday.
Miss Lettie Steiner has been
quite i'll at her home, on north
Main street. We sincerely hope
Miss Lettie will soon recover and
be among her many friends.
Mr.. and Mrs. H. M. Warren,
left yesterday for Atlanta, to
which place they went to secure
surgical attention for Mrs.
Warren.
The first meeting the credi-
tors in the matter of Geo. F.
Moore & Co. bankrupt, was held
at Townsville, Saturday, and
Mr.. E. K. Farmer was elected
trustee of the estate.
A. W. Monroe, the Leading
Fish and Oyster Dealer, PIG
Pine ST., Fitzgerald Ga. I make
a specially of Apalachicola Oys-
tiers. 3Oc per ct. Phone 153.
Mr.. J. S. Ellington and family,
of Dexter, Ca, have moved to
the Parks farm, west of the city.
He is the son of Mr.. w. H. FL
1ington, and we are pleased to
welcome them to the community.
Any one interested in sewing
machines will do we'll to call at
Wightman's and examine the
marvel of beauty, the Goodrich
"a" cased in quarter sawed oak.
Opposite Express Office. l II If
Fitzgerald may have a new
colony. F. w. Wayne, repre-
sentiug a mum Der of Pennsylva-
MIA people, is looking up a loca-
ton and wants a tract of 1900
cres.-Albany Herald.
Mr.. VIM. .Goebler has moved
to 221 east Pine street where he
is prepared to do cleaning, re-
pairing and dyeing. All work
guaranteed to be frst-class. If
At this writing (Friday noon
the new manager-elect of the
Dispatch has failed to put in an
appearance, and the management
was rendered US at our bid,
which circumstances forced US
to decline. -Ocilla Dispatch, Feb.
3rd.
For SALE:-A No. 1 artists
slide trombone, triple silver
plate, gold bell, this instrument
is new and has leather case. Viii
sell on payments if parties so de-
sire, Address Lock Box SIS
Fitzgerald, Ga.
Abbeville has reduced the
license on bar rooms from $500
to $500 a year. Wonder why
The Telfair Enterprise says
guess though our neighbor oven
the Dem ulgee wanted a few more
institutions of that kind, as they
have only thirteen now. That is
an unlucky number, they say
-Milledgeville News.
Fitzgerald enterprise. (Fitzgerald, Ga.) 1895-1912, 1905-02-07
Golden Rule Degree.

Will be conferred next Thurs.
day evening, in Fitzgerald En-
campment, l. o. o. F. All mem
bers are earnestly requested to
be present. By order Of,
Chief Patriarch.
Fitzgerald enterprise. (Fitzgerald, Ga.) 1895-1912, 1905-02-07
Martin and Hendley.

Represent the largest Fertili-
ger Concerns in the country, and
if you want the best goods, buy
from them.
Fitzgerald enterprise. (Fitzgerald, Ga.) 1895-1912, 1905-02-07
FOR SALE.

One fine Jersey COW, 5 years
old. In good condition. Will
be fresh in few days.
WILL T. CUMMINS.
Fitzgerald enterprise. (Fitzgerald, Ga.) 1895-1912, 1905-02-07
{ LOCAL NEWS. !
x~~~~~~~~s~~aA~~~e~~~~~%@

Mr.. S. H. Stubs, of Abbegille
was in the city yesterday.
High grade fertilizers.-Phen
tx Warehouse Company.
Mr.. C. M. Mumford is quite
i'll with La Grip on Jessamine
street.
Mr.. L. Dorminy went to
Brunswick yesterday on bust
ness.
Mrs. John B. Stevens is quite
sick at her home on South Main
Street.
Mr.. Eldrige Cults, of Fitzger.
aid, was in the city on Tuesday.
-Broxton Journal.
A. w. Monroe, the Leading
Fish and Oyster Dealer, PIG
Pine st. Phone 153.
Mr.. and Mrs F. G. Clark are
now keeping house in their home
on Jessamine St.
Mr.. and Mrs. Ed. Hussey
have been quite sick for several
DAYS, but are somewhat better
to-day.
The Phenix Warehouse Com
pany sells the very best fertiliz'
err for truck farms or plantations.
Mr.. J. r. Nicholson, book
keeper for the Wright Mercan-
tile Co., spent Sunday with his
4 brother in Cordele.
A. w. Monroe, the Leading
Fish and Oyster Dealer, PIC
Pine ST., Fitzgerald, Ga. l
solicit your trade.
We are glad to note that Mr..
Z. M. Beall is recovering from
his recent severe illness and will
soon be able to be out.
The hour for the Christian
Endeavor meeting at the Luth'
eran church is 6 p. N. Every
body is asked to attend.
For Strawberry Fertilizer try
"Fruit and Vine, "6-2A-10 Sold
only by
MARTIN & HENDLEY.
Editor Mercer uf Fitzgerald
who has recovered from small
pox has gone to Dawson to nurse
his father who also has small
p,x-Waycross Herald.
The Ladies' Aid of the Church
of Christ will meet next Thurs
day at the home Of Mrs. Scot
on East Magnolia street.
Mrs. A. KRAFT, Sec.
Wanted: By young white
woman, position as bousehecper
or nurse. Address M. Roach
Care Superintendent Fitzgerald
Cotton Nils.
Mr.. B. B. Higgins, specia
agent of the n. Y. Life Insur
ance Company has been in tn
civ for several days writing IN
surance.
The little sou Of ]. A. PARROT
who had the misfortunate to fal
against a hot stove one day las
week and severely burn himself
is doing nicely and will soon re
cover the use of his hand.
Terrence Story Shoe Co., /
outing 10 a complete line o
tailoring goods and will max
their clothing up right here /
Fitzgerald. They have wit
them the well known merchan
tailor, Mr. Leo Isaac, the bes
tailor perhaps in the South.
Fitzgerald enterprise. (Fitzgerald, Ga.) 1895-1912, 1905-02-07
Wanted.

Five hundred horses to shoe
by man that has learned his
trade. East Pine st.
12-2Otf w. E. WELToN.