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The Opelousas courier., 1907-11-09

A Pittsburg exchange claims that the
people there have more money per capita
thant the people Of any other city in
America. No mention is made of the
welcomes per capita, but that is doubt
less as great as the financial showing.
The Opelousas courier., 1907-11-09
C~rawYord--Dtd she?


TT doesn't seem possible" said the
man who seemed to be thinking aloud.
What doesn't possible?'
queried the party with the rubber
habit
THAT q mans thirst for knowledge
can be satisfied with a lot of dry sta
tistics." explained the noisy thinker
Chicago Daily News.
The Opelousas courier., 1907-11-09
The Unavailing Weather Protest.
Real Mean.

1.-THE mean thing!"
What now, Jeanette?'
why, ] told him I was going to
have a birthday cake with a candle
for each year" =
.And what did. he say
@What did he say? Why, the horria
man said he thought I should use a
dozen or 50 electric lights. as I might
exhaust the eaadls supply."-Chicago
News. l5 z
The Opelousas courier., 1907-11-09
They Were MEound OUT

"The Smiths are going to move out
of this neighborhood after being here
nearly a year.
That's strange; just as people are
getting to know them
That's the reason they're. going
Chicago Journal.
The Opelousas courier., 1907-11-09
JUST TO REMIND you

This being the fall season, when every
one is making collections and paying up
their debts, we wish to request that all
who are in arrears to the Courier, whether
Tor subscription or otherwise, settle same
as early as possible. This is not a dun,
but a gentle reminder.
The Opelousas courier., 1907-11-09
A Real Treat.

Miss Sue Brette-They say your
performance was a real treat.
Foote Lighte-So it was. My au-
dience was made UP entirely OF dead
heads. 1t vas my treat.-Yonkers
Statesman.
The Opelousas courier., 1907-11-09

The Democrats haven't had the presi-
dency very often in the last forty years,
out neither have they wanted it bad
enough to steal it. 1B uas
The Opelousas courier., 1907-11-09

1t wa entirely unnecessary for Mr..
Roosevelt to take that cold plunge into
Bear Lake, La, to convince his compan7
ions that he is not a milksop or a molly
eddie.
The Opelousas courier., 1907-11-09

"A choice assortment of fine table wines
and imported-at Allen T.
Sandoz & Bros
The Opelousas courier., 1907-11-09
A KILLING Look.

Hyman-Aiss Lennox is not a very
handsome girl, but I can tell you she
looked killing, for once, at the ball last
night.
Craw4oFd-Did she?
HymaH-Yes, you should have seer
the look she gave me when I trod upon
her train.
The Opelousas courier., 1907-11-09
The Authors New Home.

Like your new house?'
Its fine"
There are six houses in the row,
believer
yes. mine is the last one"
"Gcod cellar"
The Opelousas courier., 1907-11-09

II am going to ask a great favor of
you" she said. hesitatingly.
1T Is already granted" he an
swered, devot~dly.
"a very great favor" she repeated,
as If doubtful Of the propriety Of stat
ing it. You're sure you WUn't think
it presumptuous Or forward in me?'
Never" he answered. Il glory in
this evidence of your trust and conf
dence. Only tell me what l can do
for you"
Well" she replied, with evident re-
l~uctance, would you mind getting up
off that rustic bench?s Papa painted
it this afternoon, and he will be awful
ly provoked if he has to do it over
again"
The UnavaiIing Weather Protest.
Nov what's the use of being glum
Or making kicks, in prose or rhyme,
It's always hot in summer, some;
And always cold in winter time.
Washington Star.
The Opelousas courier., 1907-11-09

lnNANNNDgINDaUHT III NNNANNNAHIXN
The Brinkley argus., 1907-10-11
PINNED UNDER ENGINE.

Charles H. Owens, aged 26, a fireman of Memphis, who was injured in wreck on the Rock Island road near Brinkley, Ark, this morning walked into Central police station shortly after his arrival in Memphis and asked to be taken to the city hos pitsl.
 We were running along toward Memphis at a pretty fast clip" said Owens engineer, when we hit the switch. Cuneo and both saw that a wreck was inevitable, but it was no use to jump We were both pinned under the engne-I don't know how long. Someone pnled us out and a doctor at Brinkley attended us until we were put on passenger train and carried here.
 The injured man was removed to the city hospital in the ambulance.
The Brinkley argus., 1907-10-11

ure. Justice Hall, after the committee had recommen led an appro opriation of S35 900 to build the New Court House, moved that it be $50, 900 instead and this passed. Then upon the final ac- tion as to whether or not the S5O,OOO approprsation would be made, the vote as recorded showed the following re- suit; AGAINST APPROPRIATION; Justices Henderson, Tominson, Kerr. Banks, Hall, Crosby. Hartsfield, Langston, Total 8.
 FOR APPROPRIATION Justices Tory, MaCill, Williams, Daniels, Davis. Graham, O'Hair, King. Thielbar, To- tai, g. As will be seen, the appropri- alton carried by just one majority, and thus it was that the Sl5.OOO ex- tra that was put on the S35, ,OOO rec ommendation to kill it. became in stead cf a knock. real live boost.
 And thus is written a bit of Monroe County history that will make old 1907 memorable year in the Nannals of Monroe Cennty's prosperity.
 Editorial on page of this week s ARGUS.
The Brinkley argus., 1907-10-11
Eselco Rhymes.

Oh, the fragrant EsELco, Comes from islands, where they grow Best tobacco in the world; Watch me smoke an EsELco, While the smoke Wreaths upward go, TWisting--curling-til unfurled. "EsELcos For Your Approbatcn, Is stamped on every box Enough to make Aunt Carry Nation, Regret 1t when she knocks, So good ciga- as the EsELco From yonr mouth into the street. And make her say "One thing know EsELcos cantt 1e beat"
 Elk MALLORY.
The Brinkley argus., 1907-10-11

Rev. ] c. Harris announces that on the fourth Sunday of this month, revival will convene at the Baptist church. Rev. Bryan, home missionary late of Texas, will assist in the meeting.
 -LOST-A small gold broach or pin with the word "Nora, engraved on it set with 4 pearls. Lost on the streets or at Brinkley House. For reward address or call on,
 Mrs. C. F. SIMMONS.
 Miss Clyde Brown, of Clarendon, was thro the city the past week en route to Little Rock 10 enter the col lege of Physicians and Surgeons. She is the first Monroe County young wo- man to adopt medicine as a goal in life. May she succeed.
The Brinkley argus., 1907-10-11
I. L. Heffernan Dead.

T. L. Heffernan, the well known Jones Island planter. died at his farm home at Eden on Sunday night.
 Mir. ieffernan had been in bad health for some time past. He was attended in his last illness by his sister, Mrs. Wm. Tait, of Memphis.
 Mir. Hefernan was one of the wealthiest men and leaves an estate valued at fully SlOo, ,o0Ooo. which is inherited by his sister, Mrs. Tait.
The Brinkley argus., 1907-10-11
American Lumber Co.,, buys O.

American Lumber Co.,, buys Oct Office P. o. Block, Brinkley, Ark Pays pronptly on inspection.
 1yz<Miss Nina Keath was over from Memphis Sunday visiting her parents MT. and Mrs. D. F. keath.
 IeMr. and Mrs. D. F. Keath and family moved to Forrest City the firs1 of this week.
 MT and Mrs. Craig received : little lady guest at their home Sunday night, and all goes well with mamma and the little Miss.
 Mrs. Knife Anderson returned from Hot Springs this week and has gone 10 Memphis with Mir. and Mrs. Cheatam Bull of Howell.
 WANTED: Board and room at private boarding house or with family. wanted by gentleman and little boy 6 years old. Write immediately.
 T. s. NETTLEToN, box BOA
 -J. H. Williams left "Wednesday for his home in Ramer. Tenn, for a few weeks visit. Roy Woodfin ac- companied him as far as Memphis.
 Mrs. N. N. Cain and baby Gwyn Gebhart were the guests of Mrs. Jno. w. Pope from Saturday evening until Sunday noon.
The Brinkley argus., 1907-10-11
S5O,OOO Court House.
Monroe County Levying Court Appropriates $50, 900 for New Court House at
 Clarendon.

Even Monroe county has caught the spirit Of progression that is sweep ing over the entire South and especially thro Arkansas.
 The news was published to the world on "Wednesday of the action of the Monroe County Quorum or Levy
 ng Court having appropriated $50 .oOO on Tuesday for the purpose of building a new Court House at Clarendon. The old one is to be torn down and the new building is to be magnifi- cent new modem structure with ele- gant appointments, conviences. etc. In as much as the proposition of a new $50, 900 court house for Monroe County had never been considered CT thought of by the general run of the people of Monroe County it may be interesting for them to know just How IT HAPPENED. Along near the close of the Monday Session when the sub- ject of building vault for the purpose of keeping the county records, was be- ing discussed, Esq. R. J. Torry in the course of his remarks, took the posi- tion that it would not be best to build 2 vault the present Court House. Esq. Torry thought that there should be New Court House and that the vault should then be built inside of it. This was the first intimation that many of the members of Quorum Court, had that there was a new Court House needed.
 When Esq Tory had finished his remarks Esq. w J. Hall of Jackson township spoke against the idea tho favored vault. Also Esq R. M. Henderson of Brinkley township. spoke in opposition to the new court house but acknowledged the necessity of building good vault. The adjourn ment of court until Tuesday morning was taken without any action on the New Court House proposition and those who opposed the proposition say that as they went to sleep that night that good safe majority of the jus tices were most assuredly AGAINST the building of New Court House.
 The counting of moses that night by expressed opinions gave the leaders of the opposition to the plan the as surance that the line upon the matter if it should cone to vote would be about as ioiows; For a New Court House; K. J. Tory, H. A. MaGill. H. C. Williams. T L. Graham, J N O'Hair, J. R. King.-Total 6 for AGAINST same, R. M. Henderson, Jonas Tomllnson. Jno. M. Kerr, F. w. Banks, H. N. Daniels, W. J. Hall Enoch Hartsfield, o. H. Theiloar, J. Nj. bangston. J. C. Crosby. Total II against.
 On Tuesday morning however when the question came up the vote showed differe nt In order to hang. as he thought, a mill stone around the meas
The Brinkley argus., 1907-10-11

A. B. Bracey, of Little
 ht last week with her sister
 Jacks.
 J. W. Savage came home
 on from Memphis where he ns Deep Water Ways Con-
 a 10 see President Roose- |w' C, McGIathery Is ex- |'ns at the close of this week. Pssn in the hospital at Little |e'al weeks and is reported "'00y aIter an operation. { l. J. Brickell went to sunday to fill an appoint '''s pastor Rev. J. H. John was engaged at another his circuit.
The Brinkley argus., 1907-10-11
Horse Wanted.

A good. safe and sound buggy anil nal. absolutely gentle. safe for lady to drive. If you know of such an animal for sale at a bargain notify or phone 5o care of ARGUS office. Brinkley. Ark.
The Brinkley argus., 1907-10-11
Card of II. anas.

Editor ARcUs:--
 desire to use your columns to return my sincerest thanks to the many kind Brinkley friends who attended us in our recent affliction cansed by the fatal sickness of beloved little daughter. Anna Belle. The many acts of sacrificing love shown us has done much to soften the terrible blow and we shall ever renlem- Der you ond and all for your kindness
 Thankfully Yours,
 MT. and Mrs. C. 5. WHITE. Oct. 6 1907.
The Brinkley argus., 1907-10-11

Just tell them that you saw ii in the ARGUS.
The Brinkley argus., 1907-10-11
PERSONAL NOTES,
b Reward.

Q keWdIu.
 by me for the arrest ano 2 person stealing timber oil ros, Lee and St. Francis
 Nj. GAVIN.
 Memphis, Tenn. "A POSTS FOR SALE ks Co. Palestine, Ark. E OR RENT, residence Apply to pr. A. H, anderson was a visitor to Fair at Hot Springs the last week.
 buise Smith came home h a visit to Little Rock ate Fair at Hot Springs, C. Brown went to Wynne bend a week with her sis cncd.
 $ Drug Store windows bite prettily decorated by FIsht, the clever clerk of hment.
 Fsn Lumber O., buys Oak. p. Block. Brinkley, Ark. |ly on inspection.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1907-12-04
Clothing Stock For Sale.

For reason set forth in our ad on
the second page we offer our entire
stock of clothing at a sacrifice In
order to facilitate the movement l
have had oyerhauled to a certain ex-
tent my store on the corner formerly
occupied by Dixon the furniture man
and later by the Allison furniture
Co., Jackson and Forsyth streets.
With this enlarged space we will
be able to show this mammoth stock
to better advantage and we want to
say just here that for real merit you
have never seen such a stock OF
clothing in Americus We particu-
larly urge upon you the Importance
of seeing the stock at the earliest
possible moment.
There will be no part of it re-
served. The entire stock hats and
the famous Crawford shoes for men
will be included
Sale begins Thursday morning at
nine o'clock. CHAS. L. ANSLEY.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1907-12-04
WHEN TRAIN is DELAYED
THE PEOPLE MAY KNOW
Railways Must Bulletin Its
Trains.

Americas people who inhabit depot
waiting rooms, and really wait,
will be interested in knowing that the
law requiring the posting of bulle-
tins at the railroad stations showing
when trains are delayed and how
much delayed, will be strictly enforc-
ed by the Georgia railroad commits
sion
The purpose of the commission in
this matter is made apparent in a let
ter which Chairman McLendon, of
the commission is preparing to send
to the heads of the various railroads
doing business in Georgia.
The letter in it's entirety is court
eous, but no one can mistake the pur-
pose of the commission to abate an
abuse which daily works inconven-
fence and hardships to hundreds of
railroad passengers.
This correct information will often
relieve the patrons of the roads, Of
times ladies and children of long
periods of nervous suspense will en-
able discomfort and many times will
enable travelling statesmen and other
business men to save a whole days
time
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1907-12-04
SEVEN BATTLESHIPS
BEING CONSTRUCTED

WASHINGTON, d. c., Dec. 81
(SpeciaD The annual report Of the
chief of the Bureau Of Construction
and Repair of the Navy Department,
made public yesterday, says that on
June 80 last there were in course of
construction in the United States,
exclusive of torpedo-boat destroyers,
submarines, and sea-going tugs, seven
battle ships of an aggregate trial dis
placement of 114,000 tons, two armor-
ed cruisers of an aggregate trial dis
placement of $4,000 tons, three scout
cruisers of an aggregate trial dis
placement'of II $50 tons, and two fleet
Golfers of an aggregate trial dis
placement of 25,170 tons, making the
total tonnage in course of construc-
ton 1890
Discussing the dry-dock situation
at New York Navy Yard, the report
says
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1907-12-04
MOVING STOCK OF
CLOTHING TODAY

Today Mr. Chas. L. Ansley is moy-
ing his clothing stock to the building
at the corner of Jackson and Forsyth
streets formerly occupied by Ken
drick & Wheatley He is placing the
stock in advantageous position for
displaying his very large assortment
of clothing which will be placed on
sale tomorrow
Last night the building was lighted
up and passersby remarked on the
fitting of the interior, though the an
nouncement of the purpose to which
the store room was to be put was
not made until this morning through
the columns of the Recorder.
Mr. Ansley's half-page advertisement
tells what he is going to do in the
way of bargains
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1907-12-04

Special sale Sl.5O and $500 Christy
pictures at $1.00. Bell, the jeweler.
Weather Forecast for TOday-FAIR.
Miss Eloise Gardner of Montezuma
is fair visitor in Americas, arriv-
ing yesterday.
Buy no goods until you look at
Bells Christmas line.
Mr.. c. S. Patton, with the Seaboard
at Savannah, was in the city yester-
day morning.
We can show you 200 designs of
solid gold Brooches at Bells the
ieWeler.
Mr. G. NJ Graham was among the
Albanians coming up to Americas
yesterday morning
Fine harness carried in stock or
made to order at Bagley's; wholesale
and retail. If.
Mr. A. NJ. King of Atlanta, was in
Americas yesterday among others
here from the capital
We are still turning out the best
engraving, at Bells the jeweler.
Mrs r. L. Jones, the guest of Mrs
Frank Sheffield, returned yesterday
to her home in Albany. I
Cah up Loving's Stables, phone 81,
for baggage transfer. IT,
Hon s. r. Fields of Cordele, form
err representative from his county
was in the city yesterday.
!, Sam Clay's in town. You can find
him at L. J. McGehee's. 11-2S-1m
Col George Thornton came over
from Preston yesterday to mingle
with Americas friends for a day.
Messrs. George M. Bishop and D.
e. Moorefield registered from Allan
ia at the Hotel Windsor yesterday.
Miss Maggie Griffin returned to
Andrew College yesterday after
spending several days pleasantly at
her home here.
Mr.. Gordon Clark of West Virginia,
after a visit to his home in Americas
left yesterday for south Florida, to
spend ten days.
Mrs. Walker Lane of Valdosta, ar
rived yesterday upon a visit to her
parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. w Stallings
at their home on Church street.
r. K Webb's hack now in service
Calls answered promptly. Phone 81
for hack, or best line of groceries.
12-3-2m
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1907-12-04

Advance shipment Imported Dolls
just received. Make your selection
early and have time to dress them
M. S. HOLIDAY.
Mr. L. Battle came with other Sa
vannahians having business in Amer
icus yesterday.
Christmas one month Off-time to
look over the beautiful line of Jew
eIry, etc., at Daniels JeWeIry Store.
Mr.. Wade Turner was one of Smith
ville's representative citizens in Am
CIRCUS yesterday.
While out these evenings drop in
Daniels JeWelry Store and look
around.
Mrs. Leila S. FARRELL of Atlanta, is
visiting her parents, Judge and Mrs.
j. N. Scarborough.
See Bagley's buggies before you buy.
Special price to cash customers or
will sell on terms to suit customer. IT,.
Supt H. B. Grimshaw, of the Sea-
board Railway, now has apartments
at the Hotel Windsor.
Community Silver at Bells the Jew
eler. Wears like sterling. Costs no
more than plate.
Miss Mabel Zimmerman of Plains,
returning home from Forsyth, was a
visitor here yesterday
Open evenings from now until
Christmas. Daniels, the jeWeler.
Mr.. T. j. Wade, one of Leslies
prosperous merchants, was in Amer
icus yesterday upon business.
Watches from $1OO to $4,000 at
Bells, the jeweler
Mr.. ]. E. Renew was one of Les
lies we'll known citizens coming to
Americas Tuesday on business.
Mrs. Roy S. Bell returned to AL
bany yesterday after a visit to her
parents, Col. and Mrs. j. E. D. Ship.
Mr.. Samuel Sheftall of Savannah,
representing the Southern Cotton Seed
Oil Co., was in the city yesterday
calling on the trade.
Mrs. Roy L. Parker and children
returned to Americas yesterday from
Oglethorpe, where they have been
spending some time.
For choice cut flowers of all kinds
for Receptions, Weddings, Funerals,
etc, telephone, telegraph or write
Idle Hour Nurseries, Macon, Geor-
gia. 1O-22-3m.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1907-12-04

Advance shipment Imported Dolls
just received. Make your selection
early and have time to- dress them.
M. S. HOLIDAY.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1907-12-04

In order to clear outquickly our
entire stock of Odds and Ends in
Children's Goats, Women's Goats,
Skirts, Petticoats and Suits, we have
gone through the stockand thrown
them out for almost song. You
will understand that these garments
are lust what we tell yOu--the accu-
INFLATED Odds and Ends.
Some of the finest garments we
have ever carried. They have got
to go and we advise you to come
quickly and bring your children; fit
them up for school and all the dis
agreeable weather yet to come.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1907-12-04
SOCIAL AND PERSONAL LIFE

Special sale $3.50 and $500 Christy
pictures at $1.00. Bell, the jeweler.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1907-12-04
FOUR RAILROAD
MEN DROWNED

ATLANTA GA, Dec 3.-(SpeciaD
George f. Money and A. J. Elliott,
of Atlanta, and w. F. Hunt and John
Horn of Savannah, all railroad men,
were drowned this morning in the
river near Mt. Pleasant.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1907-12-04
SOC Ladies Knit Underwear Csc.

One lot of ladies Jersey ribbed
Vests and Pants. These goods were
never sold for less than soc Special
at -. :. :. :. :. :. :. .25c
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1907-12-04

Il lost my all during the recent
panic"
yet you seem cheerful"
Eyes; Christmas would have trim
med me, anyhow" Washington Her
aid
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1907-12-04

A BACKWARD SEASON
MAKES BRIGHT BARGAINS
We've given price pinch to the following lots
that will make busy buying for the next few days.
SI.25 PettiCOatS at SI.OO

We viii place on sale Monday so
Black Mercerized Petticoats, some
with very deep fiounces and others
with small flounces, regular $1.25
quality, for Monday and Tuesday at
$1,OO.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1907-12-04
I5C Children S..StOCkingS Sc.
$3.50 Ladies Sweaters SI.5O.
SOC Wool Dress Goods at 25C.

Fifteen pieces Plain and Fancy
Plaid Dress Goods, suitable for waists
skirts and suits, were bought to sell
at SOC. Special price for this week
at =. =. =. Csc yard.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1907-12-04
75C and 81 Figured Silks at ACC

Six pieces fine Satin Foulard and
Fancy Japanese Silk, % and q inches
wide for Kimonas, dressing sacques,
Etc, beautiful patterns, to be closed
out at 49,. -. .. :. :. .49c.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1907-12-04
Csc MerCerized Wasting at I9C

Ten pieces Fancy Plaid Mercerized
Wasting, q inches wide, in Hand
some Plaid effects, regular price 25c,
for Monday and Tuesday only at 19c.
The Cairo bulletin., 1907-02-02

The steamer n NJ Hoxie, which
blew up at Portland. O.. April s las,
and which has been out Of commission
ever since, lying most of the time at
The bottom of the Ohio river. but rails
cd late in the summer and taken TO
Elizabeth, Pa. 10 the marine ways
slid out of her dock at few days ago
into the Monongahola river, nearly 4
new boat. Thousands OF dollars have
been expended on the steamer. She
Is equipped With new battery OF bat.
terry of boilers, part of new hull,
new cabin, some OF the substructure
and some new machinery, The own
ers of the craft, the Monongahela Riv
err Consolidated Coal and Coke com
pany, say that he boat is now valued
at $500 200. The boat will be put into
active commission in a few days.
The Cairo bulletin., 1907-02-02
The CIVIL SERVICE
Examinations Ordered to Be Held in
Cairo For Positions Under Fed
eral Government.

February 27.-To fill a vacancy in
the position OF assistant assayer IN
the United States Assay Office al
Charlotte. y. C., at $3.50 per annum.
and similar vacancies as they may
occur in the Mint and Assay Service
ihroughOu, the United States.
February 27.-To I'LL a vacancy In
the position OF engineer. al $500 per
annum in the court house and post
office building. Salt Lake City, Utah.
aad similar vacancies as they may oc.
cur in the Custodian Service in any
city in the United States.
March 6.-To fill three vacancies in
the position If supervising drainaga
engineer in the office Of Experiment
stations, Department OF Agriculture,
az salaries og $4,000 70 $500 per an.
mum, and similar vacancies as they
may occur.
March ITO Ell five vacancies ii
ihe position Of irrigation manager 10
toe Office Of Experiment stations. d.
partmsnt Of Agriculture. at salaries o,
$500 TO $500 per annum. al sim
lar vacancies as they may occur.
March ITO iii five vacancies iu
the position Of irrigation farmer IN ths
Office Of Experiment Stations. Depa-;-
ment of Agriculture AZ salaries VI
s72O TO $1,000 per annum. and STINT
Tar vacancies as they may occur.