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The Springdale news., 1908-07-03
SIGNED BY PATRICK HENRY Deed Signed by Patrick Henry While He Was Governor
 of Virginia.

Any old document that has to do with the early history of this country Is always an object of interest. and this interest almost reaches the reverential stage when one looks at such a doCu- ment and realizes that II was once handled by the illustrious Patrick Henry, and that II con- tains the signature of no less q parsonage than this one who did so much To secure the independ- ence of the American colonies.
 The News has in its possession such document, which IS deed signed by Patrick Henry in 17s5 while governor of Virginia. It IS the property of Ghas. Jarvis of this place, who found II among the effects of his father. 1t1s of sheep skin, and although II is now near 12S years since II was written it Is perfectly legibIe and looks as Ii it might last for ages yet to come. The person who wrote It was most certainly all artist with the goose-quill, al though little attention was paid to punctuation. It was written on d printed form, and while the print ing would hardly pass muster to- day as an artistic specimen of typography, II doubtless served our forefathers very admirably.
 On account of the quaint word- ing of the deed We reproduce 1t below. initiating the spelling and capitalization as near as possible:
 Patrick Henry. Efquire, Gov ernor of the Commonwealth of VIRGINIA, TO ALL TO WHOM thefe Prefents fhall come, GREETING KNOW Y E, that by virtue of d Certificate in right of Settlement Given by the Commissioners for adjusting the Titles to tented lands III the District of Monongalia Yohogan- Ia and Ohio, and in consideration of the ancient Composition of Two Pounds Sterling paid by Nathan Springer into the Treas ury oi This Commonwealth, there is granted by tie faid Common wealth unto the said Nathan Springer assee ot William Pettl- john. joint helr at law ot Amos Pcttiiohn d certain Tract or Par ec1oi Land. containing four hun- dred acres by survey bearing date the fifteenth day of August one thousand Seven hundred and eighty-fve, lying and being in the County of Monongalia on both sides of Prickets Creek about two miles above Prickets fort, ln
 eluding bis Settlement made in the year l77S, and bounded as followeth to wit, Beginning al d white oak North Seventy eight degrees, West one hundred and two poles to a white oak, North hfty-four degrees, West one hum dred and Thirty Five poles to all Elm tree, North seventy degrees. West Sixty five poles crossing Pric kets Creek, South Thirty one degrees, West fifty five poles to d white oak, thence by land of James Walker South Ten De- grees, East Three hundred and Twenty poles to hickory, North Seventy degrees, East Two hum dred and eighty eight poles to a stake, North one hundred poles to the Beginning with its Appur- tenances; TO HAVE AND TO HOLD the faid Tract or Parcel of Land with its Appurtenances, to the faid Nathan Springer and his Heirs for ever.
 IN WITNESS whereof, the
The Springdale news., 1908-07-03
CHAUTAUQUA
 NOW GOING ON.
The Attendance Not as Large as it Should be, But the Program
 Proving a Good One.

The eleventh annual session ot the Springdale Chautauqua, which opened Sunday afternoon with d lecture by Senator Bob Taylor, of Tennessee, IS being fairly well attended, and Dr. Smith informs The News that ii the attendance keeps up from now until the close 1t will pay out. The sale of season tickets this year has not been so large as heretofore, and the receipts from single admission tickets have not been so large as at past =Chautauquas.
 The program Is proving to be an excellent one, and so far there have been but few disappoint- ments due to non-arival of talent. The program is being carried out practically as published. Mares Sd Thompson failed to appear for Monday afternoon and her place was filled by Nat NJ. Brigham, who gave his illustrated lecture, Grand Canyon of Arizona, and .atnigft the Apache Trail. . Alexander Henneman was pre- vented from being present Wednesday evening on account of illness and Ellsworth Plum stead took his place.
 The lecture of Senator Taylor Sunday afternoon was a distinct disappointment. Many people here have heard him before, and all pronounce his effort Sunday afternoon as the poorest they ev. er heard. The Senator was i'll, however, which accounts fer his failure, having got up from d sick bed only a few moments be- fore time for the lecture, and be- ing attended by physician to and from the Auditorium. Those who have heard him when he is at his best know that" Bob ay- Tor has no superior on the plat form.
 The lecture of Edward Am herst Ott Sunday night was su- perb, and was enjoyed by every one.
 Probably the largest attend auce of the session so far was that ol Tuesday night. the at traction being Hite-Monree Nov ing Picture Company. In addi- tion to the pictures there was also vocal and instrumental mu- sic, in all making very pleasing entertainment.
 The local ministers have taken turns as platform managers, and local talent has furnished a num- Der of preludes.
 Dr. Smith, who has the entire management of the Chaurauqua on his hands, IS putting forth his off tn k. yNl 70 ant for all. Four electric fans placed near the front of the build ing serve to make It cool and comfortable for every one.
 If you lave not yet attended the Chautauqua, don't fail to do so. Some of the best features of the entire program are yet to come.
 Following is the program for the remainder of the session:
 FRIDAY, JULY 5.
 200 p. m. Prelude, Mrs. Ans bary.
 o:25 ?. III. Announce Ill $, Rev. Ballard.
 2:so p. m. Song Recital, The Amsbary Company.
 500 p. III. Prelude, Mrs. Ans bary.
 s:25 p. III. Announce m II s, Rev. Ballard.
 s:s0 ?. m. American Humor-
The Springdale news., 1908-07-03

A. Y. Roberts was in town Tuesday ningling with friends. This was his first visit to town since the primary in March, hay ing been confined to his home with an attack of appendicitis and other ailments, and for awhile 1t was feared he would not recover.
The Springdale news., 1908-07-03
r Henry.

The signature is in a different handwriting from the body of the deed, showing that while Patrick Henry signed 1t he did not write the whole of 1t.
 On the reverse side is an en- dorsement showing the deed had been examined and recorded It was only nine years after the Declaration of Independence had been declared that this deed was made.
 As pound sterling is equal to S4.s6, Mr. Springer, it may be sad, got very good bargain when he secured 400 acres of land for S9.72.
The Springdale news., 1908-07-03
sPRN6DALt ARKANSAS FRIDAY JULY 1908

faid Patrick Henry Esq. Govern or of the Commonwealth of NIR- GINA, hath hereunto fet his and eaufed the leffer Seal of the faid Commonwealth to be affixed at Richmond, on the Twentieth Day of October in the Year of our Lord. One Thoufand Seven Hundred and Eighty-Five and of the Commonwealth the Eleventh.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-12-27
CRYING FOR HELP
Lots of it in Americas But Daily
Growing Less.

The kidneys cry for help.
Not an organ in the whole body SC
delicately constructed.
Not one so important to health.
The kidneys are the filters of the
blood
When they fail the blood becomes
foul and poisonous.
There can be no health where there
is poisoned blood.
Backache is one of the first indica-
tons of kidney trouble
1t is the kidneys cry for help. Heed
it.
Doan's- Kidney Pills are what is
wanted
The just what oyerworked kidneys
need
They strengthen and invigorate the
kidneys; help them to do their work
never fail to cure any case of kid
ney disease.
Read the proof from an Americas
citizen
H. o. Daniel, merchant, living on
Lamar street, Americas, Ga, says
Il procured Doan's Kidney Pills at
Dodson's Pharmacy, used them ac-
cording to directions, and was very
well pleased with the results receiv-
ed. Since using Doan's Pills | have
had little or no trouble from my kid
neys and, have no hesitancy in rec
ommending this remedy to other suf-
ferers.
For sale by all dealers. Price sc
cents. Foster-Millburn Co, Buffalo
New York, sole agents for the United
States
Remember the name-Doan's-a
take no other
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-12-27
AMFRICUS Is HAPPY IN
SAFE AND SANE XMAS
No Casualty Mars Pleasure
of the Day.

Americas enjoyed yesterday the
aftermath of Christmas with almost as
much zest as on the holiday, for the
crowds came back again and the
streets and stores presented scenes OF
more than usual activity, though not
as great, of course; as that of the few
days preceding Christmas day
Bright sunshine yesterday was con
ductive to calling and shopping, and
hundreds were thus engaged.
Never in its history has Americas
enjoyed more quiet orderly and
sane Christmas season than that end
ing with yesterday.
No accident or casualty marred the
pleasure of the occasion, as in too
MANY other cities OF the state. There
was no rowdyism or boisterous scenes
upon the streets, and instead the
crowds of sigh1-seers and pleasure
seekers held full possession.
Quiet enjoyment of Christmas trees
and good dinners in comfortable
homes, surrounded by happy loved
ones, was the rule in Americas.
Throngs of happy children little
girls trundling their pretty dolls and
boys with drums and other toys held
full sway upon the streets unmolested.
Hundreds went driving in cars and
carriages, or strolled over the beauti-
full and well paved city in full enjoy
ment of the day
The moving picture shows were
centres of attraction, afternoon and
night, and both the opera house and
Majestic were crowded at every per-
Torrance.
The Christmas dance in the morn
ing, at the Elks Club, was a delightful
occasion and largely attended by the
young people of the city.
AS evidence of improved conditions
in Americas, at night there was not a
single arrest for drunkenness, a re-
markable record for a city of 1900
people Not drunken man was ar
rested here.
Last Christmas eve, alone, there
were sixty arrests by the police
While there was a ban placed upon
The indiscriminate shooting of fire
works, the rules were relaxed Christ
mas night and the usual fine displays
were enjoyed out IN the residence
sections. There was one fire alarm
only during the night, and no damage
resulted therefrom.
1t was indeed a safe and sane"
Christmas, and Americas enjoyed it &c
the utmost
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-12-27
Notice TO THE PUBLIC

| have just received several
cars of Fruit, Oranges, RaisinS
and Bananas, and quote you
the following prices:
Oranges, doz., Zoe; box $500
Raisins, per Id. 1Oc; box $1.5O
Bananas, doz., 1Oc; bunch SOC
All of these are fresh new
goods. Gail at AID Lamar ST.
This is my place of business.
Will be glad to serve you with
the best Fruit you can buy.
Joe YeSbik
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-12-27
PTION .
COST BILLION
This the Annual Loss 10 the Nation, Say Experts
al the tuberculosis Congress.

According to Prof. Irving Fisher of Yale,
the "Great White Plague costs over one
billion dollars a year. He estimates that
consumption kills 1873, 900 every year in the
United States This is equal to the deaths
from typhoid fever, scarlet fever, diph-
liberia, appendicitis, meningitis, diabetes,
smallpox, and cancer all put together. q
Consumption is undoubtedly infectious
and like Pneumonia and Diphtheria is
usually contracted in winter when closed
doors and windows cause impure air. Care
full ventilation and the use of a reliable
disinfectant are the best representatives..
The last thing at night pour into the traps
of the closets, wash-basins, sinks, ETC., a
little Platt's ohlorides. All suspected
places should be freely sprinkled with a
mixture of one ID part Platt's Chlorides
and ten (1O) parts Of water. Platt's Chic
rides is an odorless, colorless liquid disin-
fectant which destroys foul odors and
disease germs. It is sold everywhere in
full quart bottles, and is prepared only by
Henry B. Platt. AZ Cliff ST., New York.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-12-27
Catarrh Cannot Be Cured

with local applications, as they can
not reach the seat of the disease. Ca
tarrh is blood or constitutional dis
ease, and in order to cure it you
must take internal remedies. Halls
Catarrh Cure is taken internally, and
acts directly on the blood and mu-
cous surfaces. Halls Catarrh Cure
is not a quack medicine. 1t was pre-
scribed by one of the best physicians
in this country for years and is a
regular prescription. 1t is composed
of the best tonics known, combined
with the best blood purifiers, acting
directly on the mucous surfaces. The
perfect combination of the two in
gradients is what produces such won
derful results in curing Catarrh. Send
for testimonials free.
F. ]. CHENEY & CO., Props, Toledo, o
Sold by Druggists, price 75c.
Take Halls Family Pills for con-
stipation.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-12-27
First Methodist Church.

Rev. Bascom Anthony returned yes.
terday from Savannah and will fill his
pulpit at First Methodist church at II
a.. NJ and 7:15 p. m
Tonight, as previously stated. his
sermon will be to the Masonic lodges
of the city, Americas No. Is and MI
Council No 80, and to the local chap
ter, Order Of the Eastern Star, the
three lodges attending in body
The lodges will assemble at Masonic
Temple at Z o'clock and proceed in a
body to the church, the Masons acting
as escorts to the ladies'. Order of the
Eastern Star The public is invited to
this very interesting service.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-12-27
Duncan Mercantile Co.
Is YOUR
MONEY
INVESS TED
WELL !?

Next to having money. the most
important thing is how to take care
Of it-how best to invest it,
Banking Institution Of this kind
cannot only care for your financial
interests in a careful, conservative
way-giving you abundant banking
facilities in every department of fin
ance-bUt can also give you valuable
aid and advice about investments and
securities. Open an account with
the Bank Of South Western Georgia s
Savings Department and enjoy the
adv. ntagcs that accrue
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-12-27
LINEUP IN COURT WAS
SLIM FOR HOLIDAYS

A few penitents, only a few, one
white man and a bunch of blacks, con-
stituted the lineup in police court
yesterday morning as feature of the
holiday aftermath. His Honor was
lenient, and under the circumstances
these mild infractors of the law got off
lightly. The average fine was two
fifty per, and they all paid
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-12-27
DR.. BURROWS AT FIRST
BAP1lST THIS MORNING
Sci GI'l vices at at Other Other Churches
as Well

DR.. Lansing Burrows, at present
pastor of the First Baptist church OF
Nashville, Tenn, arrived in the city
yesterday and will preach at First
Baptist church today, filling this pulpit
at both morning and night
Dr. Burrows was rendered recently
a unanimous call to the pastorate of
this church, and his visit here at this
time may determine his course re-
garding the call.
A large assemblage will greet this
distinguished and gifted minister here
today.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-12-27
Piles Cured at Home BY New Absorb
ton Method

If you suffer from bleeding, itch
ing, blind or protruding piles, send
me your address, and 1 will tell you
how to cure yourself at home by the
new absorption treatment; and will
also send some of this home treat
ment free for trial, with references
from your own locality if requested
Immediate relief and permanent cure
assured. Send no money, but tell 9TH
ers of this offer. Write today to Mrs.
NJ. Summers, Box P, Notre Dame,
Ind.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-12-27
Trim. But ons Worth
Up to 75c 1Oc Doz.

Persian buttons, Crochet buttons,
Tailored buttons, Metal buttons, all
colors, all sizes. We mean to close
out all we have if possible Monday,
the regular selling price of these but
tons range from 25c to 75c dozen, but
to close the lot with a rush we are
going to put the whole lot in big
box and offer your choice here Mon
day and Tuesday at per dozen Toe
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-12-27
LISTEN, FARMERS

Now is the time to get a good
stalk cutter The Famous l Excel
Cutter chops the stalks and ploughs
the ground Simple, durable ant
well made. Highest testimonials
from farmers and planters who are
now using them. Sold and guaran-
teed by The Notwithstanding
Co, Americas, Ga, 20-15t-d-2tN
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-12-27
Calvary Episcopal Church.

The usual services at this church
will consist of holy communion at
1880 this morning; prayer, litany and
sermon at II a. NJ, and evening pray
er at 1880 o'clock, conducted by the
rector, Rev. ]. B. Lawrence.
1t is requested that all the children
of the Sunday school attend the night
service, when the prizes will be de-
livered.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-12-27
More Silkwaist atterns
for csc

Monday morning promptly at s
o'clock we will place on sale another
lot of silk waist patterns to be sold at
about one half their value We have
every color except black, we sold
over one hundred and forty in one
day last week. Remember that the
best bargains go first. Price for the
pattern -. . .95c
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-12-27
Mems Half Hose 8 1-3c
Pair

Monday and Tuesday we will offer
one case of mems fine ribbed half
hose, high spliced heels and toes, in
blacks or tan, the grade that usually
sells for 19c, here for Monday and
Tuesday and in lots of six pairs, 10
more or no less to one customer, per
pair =. -. 1-3c
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-12-27
36 Inch Linen Lawn
&c Yard

For Monday and Tuesdays selling
we will place on sale a lot of ten
pieces linen lawn that measures full
SO inches wide and a good sheer quail
ity. Not more than 20 yards will be
sold to one buyer at the price here
for Monday and Tuesday, yard 22c
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-12-27
TO CURE ANY DISEASE.
The Cause Must be Removed, Same
Way with DandrufY.

Kill the germ that causes dandruff.
falling hair and badness. you will have
no more dandruff. and your hair must
grow luxuriantly. Newbros Herpicide
not Only contains the dandruf germ
destroyer but it is also a most delight
full hair dressing for regular toilet use.
No other hair preparation is on this
scientific basis of destroying the dandruf
germs. 1t stops all irritation. keeps the
scalp sweet pure and wholesome. Re-
member that something claimed to be
Just as good" will not do the work of
genuine Herpicide. Sold by leading
druggists. Send 1Oc. in stamps for sam
-ple to The Herpicide Co., Detroit, Mich.
Two sizes, SOC and $500.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-12-27
FurIOW Lawn Baptist.

Rev Robert L. Bivins will fill his
pulpit at this church today preaching
at II a. m. and 7:15 D. m. While
his themes are not announced both
sermons will be replete with interest
as they are always.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-12-27
Presbyterian Church.

AT the Presbyterian church this
morning the pastor, Rev j. L. Irwin,
will preach upon the theme, THE
Old Path" Tonight at 1915 o'clock
Mr.. Irwin will preach upon the topic
Providence and Self Help
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-12-27
Notice

This is to inform the public that
have sold my Transfer Line to Mrs.
Maude Smith. Approaching the pat
ronage of the people of Americas in
the past, I bespeak for Mrs. Smith
a continuance of the same.
24-6t-pd T. E. MITCHELL
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-12-27
Amoskeag Ginghams 5
Cents ard.

One case Amoskeag Staple Cling
hams. tail line, all size checks in all
coIors. The grade that sold last year
FOR Zoe. here for Monday and Tuesday
at ward e.. e.. .... =. SC
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-12-27

Mr.. and Mrs. Emmett B. Clements
came over yesterday from Buena Vista
upon brief visit guests of Mrs. P.
c. Clegg on Lee street.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-12-27
FOR SALE

A farm of 70 acres, in 2Sth district,
convenient to schools and churches
80 acres in cultivation, rest woods
and swamp. Terms cash. Apply to
w. o. Hudson, Americas, Ga, Route
No. /, Box So. 25d-24w-pd
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-12-27

The cotton warehouses were desert
ed yesterday. With $4,000 bales wag-
on cotton to her credit, the season in
Americas is very nearly ended.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-12-27
Christian Science Church.

Christian Science" will be the SER
mon topic at First Church of Christ,
Scientist, this morning. Golden Text:
open We the gates that the righteous
nation which keepth the truth may
enter in'-Isaiah 26 2
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-12-27
Sale of Mems Linen
Collars Soc Doz.

Three hundred dozen mems all lin
en- collars, in every new style and
guaranteed to be pure line too, here
for Monday and Tuesday, per doz. soc
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-12-27

The special Masonic services to-
night at First Methodist church will
be of great interest, and will attract a
large congregation.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-12-27
TALES OF THE TOWN
TOLD IN FEW LINES
Pencil Stubs Picked Up AT
Random

In just FIVE days leap year, with its
dangers and attendant horrors, will be
over with, and poor hunted man will
be comparatively safe again.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-12-27

Washington Post.
So the official spies here are thicker
than they are in Moscow, are they?
This dope habit is a terrible thing.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-12-27
Piles Cured in 6 to IA DAYS

PAZO OINTMENT is guaranteed to
cure any case of itching, blind, bleed
ing or protruding piles in to IA
days or money refunded. SOC.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-12-27

Many here will breath sigh of re-
lief that Christmas, with its entertain
ments and rush, along with its pleas
ures is finally at an end
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-12-27

A Christmas row at house in the
bottom in which a white man was
severely knitted. was the only fracas
here during the day
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-12-27

Washington Post
Oh, there have been breaches be-
tween Presidents and Congress before,
and here we all are, happy as larks.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-12-27

Washington Post.
Venezuela came to the conclusion
that it couldn't lose its navy any fast
er in real war
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-12-27
Washington Post

Washington Post
The father Mr. Taft gets away from
the capital, the more active do the
cabinet builders become
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-12-27

Mr.. Thomas Guice came over from
Montgomery yesterday to spend a day
at his old home here
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-12-27
Ladies' All Linen Hand
kerchieAs % for ST.

Fifty dozen ladies all linen hand
kerchiefs, full regular size and hem
stitched. Equal to the grades sold
for Toe, here for Monday and Tuesday
Y Tor $1.OO
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-12-27
Mems 39c Underwear
at Ice

Twenty dozen Mems Heavy Ribbed
Underwear. very elastic, all sizes,
made to retail for 39c. here for Mon
day and Tuesday at garment . 19c
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-12-27

An Americas citizen gave his
brother, residing in a distant state, a
years subscription to the Times-Re-
corder as an Xmas gift. Level headed
cit.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-12-27

Blank books, loose leaf ledgers. of
fee supplies
HOLIDAYS BOOK STORE.