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Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1911-09-20
The Little Bow.

The little hey sat under shade tree
with his back against its trunk and
tenderly rubbed his indamed eye.
When I'm rich" said the little boy.
I'll buy something nice for mother.
He was fairly good little boy and
tie didn't forget the conventiOnalities.
But first" said the little boy, I'll
.uid n big Jail a mile high an ii!
hire a thousand p'licemen an I'll have
cell full o rats. and then I'll put
that red headed little gink of Bobby
Moses in il fer blackln my eye!
For in the normal mind of youth
revenge is sweeter than love.-Cleve
land Plain Dealer.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1911-09-20

names and addresses Of representative |
FARMERS with whom to correspond In |
disseminating agricultural iniorma-
ton.
At certain periods each day demon
STATIONS are given at different parts
OF the grounds. These demonstrations
include packing of fruit. manipulation
Of the Babcock test, spraying opera
tons, including the mixing Of sprays,
as well as their application; killing,
dressing and packing Of poultry for
market; sanitary handling of milk;
transplantng, budding and pruning of
trees; seed selection, cheese and butter
making, testing agricultural machin
cry. cooking, blowing matches. etc.
In exhibiting animals hay and bed
ding should be provided free If pos
sible, and grain should be sold at
very moderate rate to exhibitors. This
matter of feed at fairs has caused a
lot OF trouble. Grating very frequent
ly creeps in. leading to intense dissat-
isfaction and often to unpleasant ex-
perienceS-
| The judging must be done, so far as
possible, by wholly disinterested ex-
perts. The Judge ought to be ready to
explain any finding If he is asked to do
so. There are plenty CT expert judges
available in all lines now. as there is
no reason why the best of judges
should not be secured.
The matter OF concessions and
amusements has caused more contrO-
versy and discussion than any other
thing in connection with the state OF
county fair. Trials of speed, acrobatiC
and sleight Of hand performances. ex
hibitions of trained animals. moving
pictures, military drills. games of ball
foot races and other similar entertain
ments, are all unobjectionable wheI
/. properly controlled and provide enter
tainment for those who come to spenC
an idle hour
But they should be very CAREFUL!
supervised and not be permitted to in
terfere with the main exhibits an'
All entertainments should be restricted
to certain hours, when 1T would b
possible for all who desire to wjtnes
and enjoy them.
Q 1t Is suggested that all county fair
, shall be supervised by the secretary q
the state board of agriculture or som
one from the department of agricu
'ture. A general meeting of represent;
a tives of all the fair associations shout
: be held each year for conference an
discussion Of important topics.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1911-09-20
General Gordon's Heroic Wife,

Through the entire civil war General
GordOn's wife accompanied him, never
leaving his side save when the ex.
igencies OF campaign made her pres
ence impossible. To the faithful de-
votion OF his wife General Gordon
owed his life In the bloody battle Of
Sharpsburg. Gordon. while in the
midst Of the carnage, was shot five
times. AS soon as he fell his wife
rushed to his side and carried him TO
safety. stanching the flow OF blood and
attending to his wounds until medical
aid could be procured. She remained
with him in the hospital until he had
recovered, and when General Gordon
went back to join his command Mrs
Gordon followed her husband
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1911-09-20
{" In a Bad Way y
Many a Lexington Reader Will Feel
Grateful For This Ipformotion


Grateful For This Ipformotion
When your back gives ont;
Becomes lame, weak or aching;
When urinary troubles set in,
Your kidneys are lin a bad way
Dosn's Kidney Pills will cure you.
l'ere L. local evidence to prove 1t:
Mrs. Jennie Smith, Jefferson st..
Lexington. Va, says: "Seven years
have passed since Doan's Kidney Pills
rid me OF kidney complaint and l still
think highly Of them. | have hardly
known what kidney trouble is since
then. i was annoyed for weeks by at
tacks of this Kind. Ny back never was
strong; 1t often ached and panied
severely and fall was the means OF
making my condition worse. suffer
ed with headaches and frequently
dizzy spells came over me so that II
standing l was obliged to take hold OF
something for support. Doctors treat
ed me, but i continued to suffer. L was
on the lookout for something that would
help me and when Doan's Kidney
Pills were brought To my attention,
got supply at b. ii. Gorrelrs Drug
Store. rhe contents OF one box helped
me in every way and ! am now i'm good
health"
For sale by all dealers. Price 80 cents
Foster-M llourn Co, Buffalo, New York
sole agents for the United States.
Remember the name-Doan's-aD
take no other.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1911-09-20
New Record For Running to First.

John Rabbit" Burke, center fielder
Of the Columbia South Atlantic league
team. broke the worlds record recent
ly. it is claimed. for bunt and run to
first base. three times getting to the
bag in three seconds fat. according to
two stop watches. The worlds record.
made by Thoney. now of Boston. at
Cincinnati in 1907. stood ut 1~5 sec
ondS. Burke's record was made at the
field day benefit for the Columbia and
Albany players held at Columbia.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1911-09-20
Not What She Meant.

Physician Ito patients wife)-Why
did you delay sending for me until
your husband was unconscious?
Wife-Well, docSbr, as Icing as he re-
tanned his senses he wouldn't let us
send for you.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1911-09-20
Malicious.

"What made her faint?" asked the
sympathetic old lady.
Madam" replied the sour faced
misogynist, there was a good looking
young man standing right behind her"
Town and Country.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1911-09-20
ForethouQht.

He-If j were suddenly to lose all
my money would you marry me just
the same? She-Not quite the same.
dear. We should have TO invite few
hundred more to bring us presents
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1911-09-20
The AftercIap.

Papa, did Nit Softleigh call on you
today?"
"Yes, dear
"WeU. what followedT'
1.-TWO doctors and an ambulance"
Modern Society.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1911-09-20
Force of Habit.

"Why did you break your engage
ment with that schoolteacherT'
IF / failed to show up at her house
every evening she expected me to
bring written excuse signed by my
mother."-New York Mail.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1911-09-20

Babies don't mind cold or take colo
kept we'll witch DR.. FAhrney's Teeth
ling Syrup. Get 1t anywhere. Sample
| free.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1911-09-20
Here Is Relief for Women

If you have pains in the back, Uri-
nary. BLADDER or Kidney trouble, try
Mother Gray g Al omatic Leaf, a pleas
ant herb remedy for women's ills and
a grea: system regulator. at druggists
or by mail 50c.. sample FREE. Address,
Mother Gray Co, Leroy, N. Y.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1911-09-20

Doan's ReguIets cure constipation,
tone the stomach, stimulate the liver,
promote digestion and appetite and
asy passages of the bowels. Ask your
druggist for them. % cents a box.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1911-09-20

Don't Forget
that the grounds
wiH be open at
night and that
there 0iH be a
concert by the
band; a repetition
of the Free At
fractions and q
iue Midway.
Asin previous years,
The A. l. Due Co.
of Cincinnati, Will
provide for We'd
nesday and Thurs
day nights of the
Fair magnificent
Pyrotech dis
play, including large
set pieces, special
designs, exploding
bombs and shells
and showers of rock.
cts, Illuminating the
SKY for miles. Beau
tiful night exhibit
tons.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1911-09-20

Torturing eczema spreads its burn
ing area every day. Doan's Ointment
quickly stops its spreading, instantly
relieves the itching, cures it permanent
ly. At any drug store.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1911-09-20
FOREIGN Missions.

First foreign missionary society was
established at London July 81. 1910.
being corporation under the title of
1.-THE society for the Propagation of
the Gospel in New England and the
Parts Adjacent in North America"
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1911-09-20
Value of White Oak.

White oak is now so scarce that the
SO called white oak timber OF our mar
kets Is often a mixture of various
species, including red oak. 1t Is al
most impossible to get an unmi1ed
consignment Of white oak.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1911-09-20

Woman loves a clear. rosy complex
ion. Burdock Blood Bitters purlties
the blood, clears the skin. restores
ruddy. sound health. All druggists.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1911-09-20

generous farmer wants 9TH
ers 10 have the benefit of his
experience and is always anx.
ious TO assist his neiehbor in
every way possible. We need
more generous farmers and few
er selfish men who care nothing
for society further than to Get
its protection for themselves.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1911-09-20
A Guaranteed Cure For Piles

Itching, Blind, Bleeding, Portruding
Piles. Druggist are authorized to re-
fund money il pASO OINTMENT
fails D cure in 6 to IA days.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1911-09-20

There's nothing so good for a sore
throat as DIR. Thomas Eclectic Oil ..
Cures it in few hours. Relieves any
pain in any part. AT all druggists.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1911-09-20

DIR. Fahney's Teething Syrup con-
forms to the Pure Food and Drug Law
Each bottle guaranteed. Sample free
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1911-09-20
Cynical.

'T think it's absurd to say kissing Is
dangerous" gushed Miss Rosebud.
what possible disease could be spread
by kissingY'
Marriage, madam" grunted Grum-
py.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1911-09-20
Seventh Interstate Fair
LYNCHBURG,VA., OCT. 3, 4, 5, 6.

he Coming Fair WILDE the bcst o
Thousands dollars offered for premiums
Cvcr$8 in prizes
Single prizes n the poultry department
fore Worln doubled.
Wonderful displays by great railroads.
Daily q n.
Fair Tsle and 10 ThoSeW
A Noah's Ark of the best breeds.
Horticulture Will show products of the soil
Thresh Grinders Planters
Take day your neighbors
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1911-09-20
Hard Fists.

Salt, water and turpentine form q
solution which is often used by box
ers to harden their hands.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1911-09-20
UnrivaEEcd ProsraEas of Free Attractions.

The Pstoro Concert Band Of VVaslirgton D. C.
Sensational Bciscs, Americas Leading Aeraists.
Mile Frances AID Rcora Brothers. Unsurpassed Equibr
Minnie Fisher her slide &C.. a and peerless Butterfly Act
Cave Mexicos Fearless and Marvellous Slack Wire Artist
Gregorys World famous i5u!npty- DUEnPty Troupe.
Fast Troing Pacing ard Punning Races.
A CONTINUOUS ROUTE AMUSEMENT MIDNIGHT
premium A L Secretary
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1911-09-20
Kemp's
Wild West

Featuring a Band
of Long Haired
Sioux from the
Rose Bud Agency
in War Dances,
Burning of the
Lone Tropper's
Cabin and Hang
ing of the Horse
Thief. Fancy
Shooting by the
-four CodyS, the
Greatest Quar-
fette of Fancy
and Straight
Shooters in the
World.
Cowboy Tourna-
ment of Prairie
PostimeS.
The enterprise-recorder. (Madison, Fla.) 1908-1933, 1911-11-03
LyCeun Course

Professor Booth Lowery, humor-
list and satlrist. will highly enter.
tam an audience in the auditorium
on Friday evening, November 3N.
This attraction, which is the sec.
ond number of the Lyceum Course
given under the auspices of the Wo-
mans Club, promises to be the best
of lis kind that has ever been tC
Madison. Watch for the poster,
and hand bills and be convinced by
them that Mr.. Lowery's entertain
menis are humorous, refined and IN
structive.
The enterprise-recorder. (Madison, Fla.) 1908-1933, 1911-11-03
OverStreet- Baker

On Wednesday afternoon Mr. r..
l.. Oyerstreet aud Mrs. Alice Baker
were happily married at the home OF
Rev. w. r. Iyey, Mr.. lyey per-
forming the ceremony NJ. over
street has been in the city only the
past few months, coming from Lave
Oak to accept position with j, \
Wesson, and is weil-liked by all
who know him. The bride is we'll
known here, having been born ard
reared near Lee, and having lived
in Madison the past several years.
For the present, Mr.. and Mrs. Over
street will make their home at Mrs
Overstreet's former residence.
The Enterprisc-Recorder joins
friends in extending best wishes tC
the newly married couple.
The enterprise-recorder. (Madison, Fla.) 1908-1933, 1911-11-03
Mrs. Carrie Edwards
Dead.

On last Friday night Mrs. Carrie
Edwards, an old and highly esteem-
ed esident of the Hamburg section,
died at her home. The deceased was
eighty-four years old, and her death
was due TO the inirmites Of age.
She was buried at Ebenezer cemc-
terry Saturday, large concourse of
relatives and friends accompanying
tue remains to their final resting
place. The funeral services were
conducted by Rev. J. c. Bradford.
The deceased was faithful and con-
sistent member Of the Ebenezer
Methodist church, well-known and
universally admired throughou that
section, and her death will be
learned with regret by her man y
friends over the county.
The enterprise-recorder. (Madison, Fla.) 1908-1933, 1911-11-03
FlOWerS-D -DeLOdCh.

AT the residence OF the brides
mother on last Sunday at moor, Miss
Maggie NJ, Flowers, one Of the most
attractive and popular young ladies
OF the Ham burg neighborhood, was
married to Mr.. Sydney 5, DeLoach
who holds an important position in
connection with the Seaboard rall-
road and is held in high esteem by all
who know him. Rev. r. c. Brad
ford, Of Madison, otficiatel on the
occasion. Only few Of the imme-
date family and friends Of the co...
tracing parties were present. AZ
ter sumptuous repast the bridal
couple took their departure, amid
heartiest congratulations and b's'
wishes, for tour through Soutl
Florida.
The enterprise-recorder. (Madison, Fla.) 1908-1933, 1911-11-03
Cascade Property Sold.

The Cascade property, three miles
south Of towp, and comprising 900
acres, wac sold on Monday by Mrs
John L. Eubank OF Warm Springs,
Vs.. to Mess:s. w. N. Canoley Jas.
I. Smart, +. M. Tooke and the Fra
leigh-Smith Investment Co. The
price paid for the hnd was Sl3,j00.
The new owners intend to divide up
the tract at an early date and sell it
off to settlers. The fact that the
land was bought by home people
for the purpose Of subdividing it
shows their interest In securing in
migration into the county, and this
one deal will be the means Of bring
ing into our midst number OF new
families.
The enterprise-recorder. (Madison, Fla.) 1908-1933, 1911-11-03
approaching Marriage.

Cards have been received in tue
| " from Mr. and Mrs. Adolphus
hkeron Wells announcing the
arriago Of their daughter, Nannie
avid to Mr.. ,Enoch Jasper Vann,
happy event 10 take place at the
|entral Presbyterian church in
ashi1gton City on Wednesday
|'ernoon, November the eighth.
This announcement proves of
peclal interest TO Madison, mas
uch as the groom was born and
ared here, and Madison is his old
me lie is grandson of Judge
Mrs. E j. vann OF this city
has hosts of relatives here.
Alter the ceremony the bridal
r'y will make tour Of the South
o will spend some time in Madi-
N. Numerous social events are
Fing arranged in their honor.
The enterprise-recorder. (Madison, Fla.) 1908-1933, 1911-11-03
For States Attorney.

To the voters OF the Third Judicial
Circuit Of Florida:
hereby anpounce that am a canli.
date for the office of states Attorney
for this Judicial Circuit, subje ct to the
action OF the Democratic primal les
next year. 1t is m, purpose to ac.
quaint every voter in the Circuit with
whstever qualifications | may possess
for the office to which | aspire and to
place before every voter all the eyi-
dence bearing upon the q iestion Of my
fitness for that Office.
The purpose Of this announcement is
to give the voters notice that will be a
candidate ana to ask them not 10 make
up their minds concerning their choice
until / have presented my claims. leo
licit the support OF every voter and
promise thar, II elected, will discharge
the duties Of the oficr PRON PITY ara
INPARrlALLY without FEAR OF
FAVOR.
Respectfully,
H. Stafford Caldwell
The enterprise-recorder. (Madison, Fla.) 1908-1933, 1911-11-03
MADISON, FLA. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 3. 1911
Madison Socially.

Mrs. n. T. Fraleigh proved to be
an admirable hostess FOR the Card
Club on Thursday atternoon. The
delicious Refreshments were in keep
mg with che atmospheric change Of
the weather, and the hostess was
aided in her duties 10y her two
daughters. The mex. meeting will
be with the President OF the Club
Mrs. y r Metal.
On Friday afternoon Mrs. J.
McC. Tharin entertained the mem
hers of the Bridge Club. AS usual
the game was one OF enthusiasm
AT its close, MIS-, r. c., Smith
Mrs. Kelly and Mrs. Coggins came
in to share with the members the
dainty refIeshments served by the
hostess.
On Tuesday morning Mrs. w. NJ
Burton entertained delightfully."- IN
ho"or Of Mrs. Hodges at an in.
formal gathering.
Mrs. VIM. II. Dial entertained
with Bridge in honor of Mrs
Hodges on Tuesday afternoon wher
a delightful game was enjoyed
! The luscious refreshments wer,
served by the hostess and her at
tractive daughter.
Again on Tuesday night Mrs. T
G. Smith entertained few friend
in honor Of Mrs. Hodges, of Jack
sonyille.
The enterprise-recorder. (Madison, Fla.) 1908-1933, 1911-11-03
EngagementAnnOunCed

The following clipping from the
Lodi (California) Sentinel will be
read with interest by the people of
Madison, inasmuch as the bride is
we'll known here, having taught in
the Madison school two years.
Rev. and Mrs. j. j. Haley an
nounce the engagement and ap-
preaching marriage o. their daugh-
ter, Anne Beauchamp, to Robert
Garland Williamson, OF Nashville,
Tenn, the wedding to take place ip
November.
The enterprise-recorder. (Madison, Fla.) 1908-1933, 1911-11-03
Presbyterian Church.

Preaching at The P,osby terian
church sunday by the pastor, A.
"r. son Boyd.
Morning service at II ,. m. Sub.
jec'; Making other, happy. Even.
ing service will begin hereafter at
: p. m, snn time. The topic for
the evening study will be. \ lost
.crown.
Sunday school at Q IS a. NJ, r..
c. Smith. SUI erirten sem.
Prayermeetjng Wednesday even
Ing at I p. n.
The enterprise-recorder. (Madison, Fla.) 1908-1933, 1911-11-03
Respectfully,
II. Stafford Caldwell

Dairy For Sals As Am going ont
Of business offer for sale ny ertire
herd OF Pure brei and High grade
Guerrseys and young stock, also
Pure bred Guernsey Bulls. This breed
constitutes one OF the finest 10 the south,
all COWS being rich mixers. Terms
cash. Come make Your selection
promptly as they will not hold long.
also offer my entire Syrup making out.
ilt, the most complete ever developed,
same consisting Of 50 b. p. Boiler, 10 h
p Atlas Engine, Geared Blymer MIL
capacity acre per day Defacators,
Settling tanks, Eyaporator, Heater
Pipes etc, all Mt q bargain. An inspec.
tion will be worth your wm'e Address
Jumpierun Dairy Farm Monticello. Fla
The enterprise-recorder. (Madison, Fla.) 1908-1933, 1911-11-03
The Cascade Place is
Now For Sale.

Having secured title to this
splendid plantation 81 miles south
west of Madison on the Moseley
Hall road, the owners are having it
cut up into small farms and will
sell in tracts to suit purchasers.
For prices, terms and plat of land,
call on w. n. CONOLEY,
First NATL Bank Bldg.
The enterprise-recorder. (Madison, Fla.) 1908-1933, 1911-11-03
Card of Thanks

To the kind neighbcrs and friends
VINO came and so willingly extended
their help and sy mpathy IN the sick.
ness and death OF our dear aunt, !
wish to express my sincere and
heartfelt thanks.
Mrs. Carrie Burnett.
The enterprise-recorder. (Madison, Fla.) 1908-1933, 1911-11-03

All numbers from to l76, inclu-
siye, other than those in the above
list, 5000 votes each,
The enterprise-recorder. (Madison, Fla.) 1908-1933, 1911-11-03

price pupil will pay when odib exchange
g Price the pupil will the book in addition deliver
old book of like grade and kind exchange books
Exchange allowed when exchanging higher grade book for lower lower
ma higher the local dealer will be able furnish all information After
Dec LIST, 1912 no exchange will be allowed by the dealer
The books be obtained from local dealers; Aimics Dictionaries
d Florida Histories be obtained from American Book Co., Atlanta Fyes
Amods With Pen and Pencil CHM Company,
Ga all Southern School Book Depository Atlanta
A Supplementary books adopted by the State Text Book Commission
of Public Instruction Madison
books shall be used the schools this
said Board When permission supplementary list will
be furnished o the teacher
All books will printed upon list price
% deviation thereom should be County
Fpein dent Of Public Instruction,
The following from 1he law in regard books for the public
% The said authorized adopt uniform
selected the books shall
e for period all public schools and shall not be lawful
% officer director teacher other books the branches other
ian those adopted by said Commission teacher shall wy
used his school, book be branches embraced this
@ the Commission adopted that branch other than the
% the County Public shall discharge and cancel the ceh
M said teacher; Provided That permit to be used such book
ok owned pupils the schools until such books
not exceeding from date of adoption Any dealer clerk who
D sell books greater price than the shall be guilty
shall be punished by exceeding 5000
The enterprise-recorder. (Madison, Fla.) 1908-1933, 1911-11-03

j. w. Fox Of Ousley, Ga. was In the
city yesterday, making a pleasant call
at this office.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1911-12-02
few of these machines to the fleet as
soon as they have been sufficiently de-

few OF these machines to tho fleet as
( soon as they have been suficiently de-
veloped. ~ = IL
Dealing with foreign building pro.
grams. tho report says that England
| Is laying down four battleships and
one armorod cruiser, Germany three
! battleships and one armored cruiser
and Japan four armored cruisers and
one battleship. All Of the battlcships
are being Increased In Size and SO are
the cruisers, destroyers and subnN,.
rines. secretary Meyer proposes a new
ohice-the director of navy yards. Hs
makes strong recommendation FOR
the creation Of tho rank of vice admiral
the graded retirement of enlisted men
the increase of the enlisted force by
2,eOQ, and the commissioning OF mid
shipmen upon their graduation.
Touching the abolition OF navy yards.
Secretary Meyer promises to present
the whole matter atresh to Congress-
when he receives The report of the
joint board Of the army ana navy next
saturday. Meanwhile lie sees no rea.
son to change his views already eX-
pressed as 10 the propriety of closing
number OF yards or changing their
functions.
The secretary also directs attention
10 the fact that some provision must
be made immediately for ucumuluting
on the lsthmus OF Panama a sufficienr
supply of coalsto meet the needs of
The vessels using that waterway.