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Kingsbury County independent. (DeSmet, Kingsbury County, S.D.) 1894-1929, 1908-10-02

for a considerable period, engaged In
such enforcement, with marked ef1-
cheney and success. 1t proposes for the
presidency q candidate who declares
his purpose to continue and complete
that enforcement of the law, and whose
competency to do 50 with success has
been proved. Mr.. Bryan does not be-
lleve In the regulation of railroads. He
does not believe 1t practicable. He re-
CARDS ii as bound to fail, although he
is willing to criticise the Republican
party for not accomplishing that vast
and complicated task all at once.
1T is natural to observe that, IL tina
people of the country desire railroads
to be regulated, and the laws regard
ing them to be enforced, 1t would be
wise to entrust that regulation to Mr..
Taft, who believes in regulation, and
has faith In the wisdom and effective
ness OF the law, rather than in the
hands Of one who believes that all ef-
fort to regulate must prove futile.
Inc democratic RECORD.
"What is furnished by the record Of
the Democratic party at large to show
that 1t is competent to maintain the
prosperity we have, and execute the
promises Of reform 1t tenders. No
proof whatever of that Is offered. All
The evidence we have is the other way.
he majority of us have not yet for
gotten the second administration OF
Grover Cleveland, which ended only on
he 4th Of March, 1897. The Democracy
then had its opportunity to show the
world what it could do with govern
ment, for 1t possessed the executive
office, a majority Of the Senate, and a
majority OF the House. Its opportunity
10 exercise that control for the public
benefit was wasted. Discord and con-
,usion reigned throughout the entire
four years. Incapacity to reach prac-
deal conclusions or to take any effect
i've action was demonstrated. No prom
SEES were kept. No reforms were ac-
,omplished. 1t became apparent that
The sole cohesive force that bound the
Democratic party together was the de-
sire for Office, and. ono in Office, in
stead Of progress, we had all factions
pulling different ways, totally incapable
Of agreeing upon q common course OF
conduct.
Are the people Of the United States
ready to repeat that experience OF
Democratic governments"
Kingsbury County independent. (DeSmet, Kingsbury County, S.D.) 1894-1929, 1908-10-02


Such was Mr.. Bryan sixteen years
ago and such he is to-day. He has OPP
posed every proposed appropriation to
increase and strengthen our navy, as a
matter of defense and protection to our
coast line, and a preventative of war
with other nations, as a source Of pride
and prestige and insurance to u coun-
try. The matchless record Of our navy
at Santiago and in Manila Bay during
the Spanish war interests him not. Had
his ideas prevailed we would have had
no victories on the water in that war.
Must Away, BE Ready.
As wars between nations come sud
denly, just as do personal conflicts be,
tween me our navy must be maintain
ed upon LAT basis OF possible contln-
gency. Our national history shows that
wars have sprung suddenly into exist.
ence while wise men were proclaimine
that war could not occur. There are
many instances where the most unex-
pected occurrences have brought us to
the very verge of battle.
We are not a military nation, yet we
are a rich nation, and undefended
wealth invites aggression. The very
liberty Of individual speech and action
which we as a people so prize and
guard, renders it possible that at times
unexpected causes of friction with for
eign powers may suddenly develop.
Even at present this country is nego.
tiating arbitration treaties with a mum
Der of the great powers. These treaties
have a special usefulness because in the
event of some sudden disagreement they
render it morally incumbent upon both
nations TO seek first to reach an agree
ment to arbitrate and at least secure
a breathing space during which the
cool Judgment of the two nations
involved ma get the upper hand over
any momentary burst of anger. Such
treaties are entered into with the hope
of preventing wrong doing by Others
against us and also as a proof that
we have no intention Of doing wrong
ourselves.
Preparedness safest Peace Argument
Yet it is idle to assume that this
world has yet reached the stage, or has
come within measurable distance of the
stage, when a proud nation, Jealous OF
its honor and conscious of its great
mission in the world, can be content
to rely for peace upon the ~forbearance
Kingsbury County independent. (DeSmet, Kingsbury County, S.D.) 1894-1929, 1908-10-02

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Kingsbury County independent. (DeSmet, Kingsbury County, S.D.) 1894-1929, 1908-10-02
The Railroads.

THE Republican party believes IN
the regulation of railroads. 1t believes
that their managers ought to be made.
and can be made, to obey the law. II
believes that by an enforcement Of the
law, not spasmodic and sensational. bu
steady, firm. and persistent. excessive
and discriminating rates can b
stopped and 1t is now. and has been
Kingsbury County independent. (DeSmet, Kingsbury County, S.D.) 1894-1929, 1908-10-02
SECRETARY ROOT
REVIEWS ISSUES
Republican Administration Vigorous
for Enforcement of Law.
TAT: the Logical Successor to Con-
tinue Roosevelt Policies
and Reforms.

Elihu Root. Secretary OF State,
chairman Of the Republican convention
which nominated Charles +. Hughes
for Governor OF New York, addressed
the convention in part as follows:
Kingsbury County independent. (DeSmet, Kingsbury County, S.D.) 1894-1929, 1908-10-02

OF other powers-as seems to be Mr..
Bryan's idea. 1t would be equally fool
ish upon our part to rely upon each o:
them possessing at all times and under
all circumstances and provocations. an
altruistic regard for the rights Of 9th
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-11-13
MILITARY COMPANY
HAS BEEN FORMED
Agricultural College Boys
Drilling Regularly

A military company has been form
ed at the Agricultural College, and
the boys are deeply interested in
learning the various evolutions
which go to a soldiers training. Each
afternoon the campus resounds with
the measured tread of feet as the
young men charge and counter
charge. The drill is directed by Prof.
]. M. France, who got his military
training at Dahlonaga.
About thirty students were out to
drill yesterday afternoon, which might
be taken as the average attendance.
The company is shy ON equipment,
and has not been uniformed. The
khaki uniform will .e used. These
first suits will be purchased by the
boys. In the way of guns, a request
will be made of the Adjutant Generals
office for the loan of old arms.
When the company has reached a
sufficient degree of proficiency, 1t is
expected that application will be
made for admission into the national
guard When the company is receiv-
ed, the state of course, will provide
uniforms and equipment
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-11-13
STAGE HAS BEEN
MUCH IMPROVED
Special Scenery Can Now
Be Handled

Recent improvements on the stage
of Glover's Opera house have given
much more latitude for scenery. This
was felt last night in the ability of
the visiting troupe to get nearly all
of their special scenery on the stage.
Heretofore travelling companies
have been handicapped by the fact
that there the stage was not high
enough to allow the large panels to
be placed. Last season some of
the prospective plays declined to
come because of this cramped condi-
ton of the stage
Yesterday Electrician Johnson cut
away some of the distractions, which
allowed all except the tallest pieces
of scenery to get on the stage.
There yet remains one obstruction
in the shape of a girder extending
across the stage. If this is raised
only one foot, it is stated that almost
any show, except the very largest can
get their scenery on the stage.
BY using the special scenery, the
wings are also protected from the
vision of those on the side sections
of the house giving, much more
finished performance all around
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-11-13
A PLOT OF MUCH
HUMAN INTEREST

In Human Hearts" the story told
is one of much interest, in which the
sympathies of the audience are thor
oughly enlisted. Tom Logan, an
honest blacksmith, living in the hills
of Arkansas, is entrapped by an ad-
venturess whom he marries without
discovering her character After a
time, and while poor Tom thinks his
happiness is secure, her former lover
appears on the scene. A murder is
committed and through the plotting
of this infamous man and woman, the
crime is fastened on Tom He discoy-
ers the truth, but through love for
the woman, and rather than betray
her, he bears the stigma, stands trial,
is convicted and sentenced to prison
for life, where he would have remain
ed, had it not been for the interven-
tion of faithful friends, who bring
his case to the notice of the Governor
of Arkansas. In the end, of course,
all ends happily and Tom is restored
to his former standing in the COM
munity. The play is one in which pa
thos is combined with comedy.
The organization presenting "Hu-
man Hearts is under the manage
ment of Nv. E. Nankeville, who has
directed it's tour most successfully Tor
a number Of years. Mr. Nankeville is
said to have provided ample scenic
display for the production and to have
engaged a splendid company for the
portrayal of the various characters.
The play will be given Monday night
at the opera house.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-11-13
MARRIAGE OF INTEREST
THAT OF YESTERDAY
Uniting Miss WilIifOrd and
Mr.. Newton

The marriage of Miss Amzie Will.
ford and Mr.. Ralph Newton, which
was celebrated at the home of the
brides father, Mr. p B. Williford, or
Wednesday morning was beautiful
one, and one to which wide interest
attached. owing to the popularity Of
the contracting parties
The pretty WilIford home on Bar
low street, was like a lovely garden Of
glorious chrysanthemums the hal
and stairway having many bowls and
jardiners of gorgeous golden and
white blossoms, while in the parloI
exquisite pink and white ones added
dainty color to the banks Of stately
palms and ferns.
At eleven thirty, the opening bars
of Mendelsohns wedding march were
played by Miss Florence Niles, and
the lovely bride entered with her faith
er, preceded by the groom and best
man, his brother, Mr.. Arthur Newton
of Macon.
Rev B. w. Davis of Camilla, tender
ly and solemnly spoke the words
which united the lives and fortunes
of the happy pair, while the soft mel
ody of the Evening Star" from Tan,
hauser fell like a gentle benedictior
upon them.
The fair bride wore a handsome
blue tailored suit and ecru net waist
embroidered with blue. The hat
which completed the becoming toilette
was of dark blue, trimmed with Co
penhagen breasts and wings.
An exquisite boquet of Brides roses
and lilies of the valley was carried.
Many beautiful gifts were displayed
in the hallway of the second floor, and
spoke eloquently of the affection
which prompted the senders
A dainty luncheon was served al
twelve, and the bridal party left or
the Seaboard for their future home
Brunswick by -the-sea.
Miss Williford, by her beauty and
exquisite womanliness, has won for
herself host of warm friends, who
will regret that her marriage takes
her away from her native city.
Mr. Newton is a gentleman of splen-
did character and fine attainments
and it is safe to predict that in thei1
adopted home, Professor and Mrs
Newton will be warmly welcomed
and admired.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-11-13
1000 SEE
THE TRAITOR
Dixon's Drama
Drew Great
Crowd
Not a Foot of Available
Space Was UnOCCupied

Seldom has the opera house been
so crowded as it was last night at the
initial presentation in this city ul
Dixon's stirring drama of reconstruc-
tion days, The Traitor, the sequel OF
The Clansman", the play which caus-
ed such furore in the South the past
two seasons.
Every reserved seat in the house
was sold in advance Long before the
curtain went up it was apparent that
there would not be a foot of available
space unoccupied The entire seating
capacity of the house is 825. Every
seat was occupied and between 10C
and 200 persons were standing. A
probable accurate estimate of the at
tendance was round thousand. II
the capacity of the house had beer
greater there is no doubt that this
number would have been considerably
increased.
The play was given cordial recep-
ton and the intense interest with
which it was followed throughout
showed that the playwright had con-
structed it along lines that were well
calculated to appeal to Southern au-
diences. While opinions will differ as
to the effect of such plays one thing is
unmistakable, The Traitor" is an au-
dience drawer and money maker, and
that is what the modern drama is gen
orally intended to be.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-11-13
HOUSE FOR SEXTON AT
GATE OF CEMETERY
New Lodge Will Be Built
There.

The city council is to have a new
dwelling erected for the city sexton,
and in all probability the house will
be erected in the grove at the corner
of Church and Rees streets and i'm
mediately opposite the west, or main
entrance to Oakgrove Cemetery. The
location is most desirable one and
quite preferable to that of the present
lodge, far down on Forsyth street
in rear of the cemetery 1t is under
stood that the city will use the Church
street lot for the new lodge and dis
pose of the old dwelling in some
other manner. The new lodge is to
be erected as soon as possible
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-11-13
The greatest line lad
les, misses and children's
coats ever shown in
Americus, all thrown out
at great sacrifice.
Chas. L. Ansley
BULLETINS TO TELL
OF RACE PROGRtS SIS

Savannah, Ca, Nov 12.-(SpeciaD
considering the enormous amount Of
preparations being made for the races
at Savannah on Nov 25 and 26 the de-
tail work being done by the several
committees is amazing. In order to
keep the vast throng that will crowd
the 1000 feet of grandstand and
parking place intelligently posted as
to what is taking place on the entire
course, six large score boards have
been erected. These boards are
equipped with sliding ladders so that
the scorer may ascend and quickly
put up figures without obstructing the
other figures from view only for a
few seconds at a time.
Today the fourteen military COM
mands of Savannah were assigned to
the portions of the course they will
guard during the races and the Ad-
jutant General has sent 500 rounds of
riot ammunition for each company.
Each man will be armed with a new
Springfield rifle with the exception of
the artillery and cavalry, which will
be armed with carbines and revolv-
res.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-11-13
WIFE'S MANIA
FOR BARGAINS
Led Couple To DiSCIaim In
debtedneSS.

New York, Nov 1.-THE lure of the
bargain counter is no stronger in the
case of Mrs. Luther Martin, of West
Orange, than in that of thousands of
other women, but Mrs. Martin is uni
que in that she is humiliating herself
by the most extreme publicity to save
herself from her own extravaganza.
Her husband, a well-to-do business
man, with offices at 135 William street
is advertising extensively an an
nouncement that he will not pay Mrs.
Martins bills, but instead of causing
a breach in the Martin household it
has brought husband and wife closer
than they have been in years.
Nh Martins public notice sounds
fierce enough to warn the most trust
ing merchant, but back of it there
appears to be only a spirit of the
closest affection between husband and
wife.
Here is what Mr.. Martin says in
his public notice:
Notice is hereby given that /. Lu-
ther Martin, of 20 Llewllyn place
place, West Orange, N. j., hereby dis
claim all responsibility for purchase
made or Indebtedness incurred by
MY WIFE, hdl6 "A. MdFllu, OF any HloHl-
Der of my household after the date
hereof, and that any indebtedness Sc
incurred by her or them will not be
acknowledged or paid by me.
Dated, New York, Nov. 2, 1908"
Nothing, it would seem, would be
more likely to rouse the fiercest an
ger in wife, but Mrs. Martin is so
far from being enraged that she only
smiles when her friends chide her
about it.
The fact is, as learned from Stephe
A. McIntire, of 115 Broadway, Mr.
Martins attorney, and from the gov
ernness of the Martin children, thai
the notice was published with the
knowledge and consent of Mrs. Mar
tin, and after many heart-to-heart
talks between husband and wife.
Its a case of a woman who could
not resist the attraction OF new
bonnetp said Mr. McIntire. She
realized her own weakness, and took
the only means Of protecting herseli
from her own extravaganza There's
nothing more to the case. Mr.. an6
Mrs Martin are better friends thar
ever, and the course that has beer
taken promises to save both of them i
great deal of unhappiness.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-11-13
THE PRIMARY
IS PENDING
No Action Is
Taken AS
Yet
By COmmittee--EarIy Meet
ing of That Body.

Contrary to expectation the city
democratic executive committee did
not meet yesterday to consider the
date of the forthcoming primary cleo
ton for mayor, aldermen and clerk.
1t was supposed by many, without
special reason therefor, that such
action would be taken yesterday.
There is no special hurry for the
call, although several prospective
candidates are Withholding official an
nouncement of their candidacy until
after the executive committee has
called the primary.
Upon the other hand, there is no
reason why the primary election
should be further delayed
The regular city election will be
held the middle of December, and as
the primary usually precedes that
event ten days or two weeks it is
clearly to be seen that the campaign
will necessarily be a very short one,
even if the call for the primary is
made right away
The candidates will want at least
two weeks or three weeks wherein to
take the able voter into their conf
dence and tell him how the country
can be saved
The country is in imminent peril
and the candidate, cool and courag-
eous, is ready to hurl himself into
the breach and save it.
The city executive committee con-
sists of Messrs. A. Rylander, A. G.
Duncan, C. L. Ansley, w NJ. Jones,
and N. M. Dudley. The chairman, Mr..
Rylander, has been out of town this
week, which fact may account for the
delay in calling a meeting of the COM
mittee.
At this date last year, when three
members of council were to be elect
ed, the primary had already been
called, and the agony" half ended.
Let history be repeated
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-11-13
KILLED A WILDCAT ON
A HUNT FOR POSSUMS
Fierce Beast is freed and
Killed.

A possum hunt that netted four fine
possums, a coon and huge wildcat
was the story told yesterday morning
by John Mathis, Parrott and Clark
up with the marsupials in fight
before to hunt possums on the Poole
farm and easily bagged a quartette
of the persimmon eaters. A coon
next went into the bag and mixed it
up with the marsupials and a fight
an aldermanic contest The dogs
next treed a marauding wild cat which
the hunters shot and killed. This
is the story of results, as told, and
the trio will make affidavit thereto.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-11-13
NAMES OF PENSIONERS
WILL BE COMPILED
Probably Last of Quarterly
Payments.

Captain Cobb of the court of ord
nary will begin shortly the compila.
ton of names of those pensioners en-
titled to receive the fourth quarterly
allowance from the state. There
have been one or two deaths since
the payment of the last quarter, but
otherwise there are no ineligibles Oh
the lists 1t would not be surprising
if change to the former system Of
paying the pension money in lump
sum once year was adopted next
year. The dissatisfaction that arose
from the institution of the quarterly
method will be the cause
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-11-13
TO PUBLISH THE ROLL
OF HONOR IN SUMTER
Daughters Want Names of
Parents.

Are there in Americus or Sumter
county any men or women still sur
viving whose sons fought for the Con-
federacy? The question has been
asked, and quite naturally it is one
of more than usual interest in the
State at present.
How many of these surviving par
ents do you know?
AT first blus it would seem easy
to locate a hundred of these dear old
people whose sons fought for the
South but to find them really is an
other matter.
The Americus Chapter, Daughters
of the Confederacy, is anxious to Sc
cure an accurate list of all such sur
yivors, either mothers or fathers of
Lees veterans, and the Times -Recor-
dre is assisting to that end
Are there any of these old people,
among your acquaintance? If so,
tell the Times Recorder.
This interesting question was
sprung during the meeting of the
state U. D. c. convention in Savan-
nah recently. Later thorough can
vass of that city of $4,000 population
was made in search for fathers or
mothers of Confederate soldiers.
In that great city but three sur
vivors were found.
Naturally, such survivors would be
well advanced in the eighties, so that
in looking for them it is necessary to
canvass only among the octogenarians.
And there are but few Of these, even
in Sumter, where people live to a
ripe old age.
If you know of any, notify the
Times-Recorder that their names
may be placed upon the roll of honor
of the U. D. C.