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The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1912-10-22
Getting Together

At the annual dinner of the Chamber OF
Commerce tonight hundreds Of Richmond's
citizens will assemble at the banquet board
in the spirit of good fellowship and in the
furtherance of the city's commercial and
civic activities.
Aside from the pleasant social hours to-
gether these gatherings of representative
men mean much. From such conferences
and discussions many good suggestions
arise which may be followed to the welfare
of the entire community. We believe in
talking things over whether they con-
Germ one man or one thousand,
.3a III regard TO the details of YOU n. per-
sona and business banking, the
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1912-10-22
Dreasns Of Carnecie.

Andrew Carnegie is said to be trying to stor
the selling of whisky in Scotland Andrew ais
tried to stop war--Cleveiand Leader
Bats Like u Pitcher.
We think the Democratic committee. Ii per
fectly right in keeping Mr.. Bryan in the field
He fields well. It's his base running that isn't
good.-Houston Post.
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1912-10-22
Everybody fIappy.

The Jackson Sun is rejoicing that Roosevelt
chose Jackson a place to speak instead O
Nashville We too.-Nashvile Tennessean
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-06

out of existence This was in early
June. The planter in question turned
in, plowed under the cotton that had
been torn to shreds, replanted, and
got the finest and largest crop he
had ever had. OF course the weather
conditions remained favorable, but
this incident merely shows that it is
not only the question of how late the
crop is planted. We are not apt to
have this weather keep on much long
er. and there will be ample time
make a fine crop if the weather
when it turns in the farmers favor
keeps favoring him
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-06
MAKE COTTON
IN SPITE OF
LATE SEASON
FARMER CITES INSTANCE
No Need TO Get Blue About
the Weather

Yes, the weather is unquestionabiy
bad for farming operations, the work
is away behind, as compared with last
year, and behind even the ordinary
year, but that does not mean that
we are not going to have good crops
of cotton hereabouts and, with prices
ruling higher, perhaps, far more sat
isfactory season than we dream of,
said a local business man yesterday
as he looked on the falling rain and
deserted streets.
Plenty of cotton can be made even
though the farmers are delayed in
their preparations" he continued.
Now just for an incident showing
how late cotton can be planted a nd
yet produce fine crop. Some years
ago great hail storm swept down on
one section in Sumter county. On
one plantation the crop was wiped
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-06
FAREWELL CONSTIPATION
The Famous Hot Springs Liver But
tons Are in Town.

IONS Are III AOHhs
Well well! well! Here's joyful news
to all who are slaves to constipation
and all the miserable ailments that go
with it.
Howell's Pharmacy, 410 Lamar ST.,
has at last secured the agency for
Hot Springs Liver Buttons which are
almost as we'll patronized by visitors
to Hot Springs as the health giving
baths. Thousands of dozens sold year.
ly, and this is the first year ever adj
vertised. Nothing SO good, so perfect
acting or so satisfying for constipa-
ton or stomach. liver or bowel trou-
bles. % cents box, you'll be Dee
lighted. Hot Springs Chemical Co
Hot Springs, Ark.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-06
Far Tax Collector,

am a candidate for the office OF
Tax Collector of Sumter county at the
Democratic primary to be held March
21st, 1912, and in making my an
nouncement will promise the voters Of
the county that if am elected to the
office a full discharge of the duties as
prescribed by the law, and to extend
the taxpayers every courtesy and con-
sideration consistent with the same.
Trusting to have your support, | am
yours truly
FLETCHER w. GRIFFIN.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-06
MUCH BUSINESS Done
At MONTHLY MEETING
Official Report Of Work Of
County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners Of
Roads and Revenues of Sumter Ceun-
ty met in regular monthly session,
March 4, 1912. Present, Frank Shelf
field, Chairman; A. F. Hodges, H. ].
Webb, T. B. Hooks and ]. F. Bolton,
clerk.
Minutes of the last regular meeting
read and confirmed.
A committee composed of Miss Re-
becca Cowles and Mrs. Williams came
before the Board asking aid for an
old negro woman. After through in
vestigation was ordered sent to the
poor farm to be cared for. They also
asked permission to hold services in
the Jail every Sunday afternoon at
tWo-thirty The request was granted,
allowing Mr.. Fuller to arrange time if
this is not satisfactory.
Mr.. j W. Castleberry presented to
the Board a petition, asking that the
money be refunded where a neighbor
has paid the fine of a convict on the
gang, which convict had sickened and
died soon after. Which petition was
denied on the ground that there was
no part of said fine that came into
the hands of the county treasurer ex-
cept the cost which had sben paid out
in said suit by the treasurer. The
money arising from the payment of
said fine went into the insolvent cost
of the County.
Mrs. Maynard and Mrs. Arthur,
members of the Benevolent Aid Asso-
citation, came before the Board askig
continuance of an appropriation of
$40 per month as in the past, when
was granted.
Mr. Chas. Fricker came before the
Board stating the condition of the
city clock, informing the Board that
the cables of said clock were in
worn condition and necessary to be
replaced with new ones. Mr.. Fricker
was authorized to have it fixed, and
In the meantime the clock will not
be allowed to strike. 49,.
Mr.. Maynard came before the Board
in reference to the collection of the
back tax of the Central Railroad,
which they refused to pay. Terms
were made with Mr. Maynard for the
collection of said taxi
Mr. Watts came before the Board
and asked for the use of the Court
ouse for the Confederate Veterans on
Tuesday, which request was granted
Mr.. Jennings came before the Board
in reference to damage to mule, hav-
ing fallen through a bridge, which
matter was adjusted through COM
mittee, composed of Messrs. Hooks
and Hodges.
Prof. Reddick came before the Board
in behalf of an old crippled woman
with an invalid husband, asking as
sistance. She was granted So per
month until her husband was able to
work
Steve Barlow came before the Board
in reference to a mule of his which
fell through a bridgegt two years ago.
and afterwards died, asking some com
pensation for the same, which was de-
clined on the ground that the mule
was Worthless at the time.
After careful consideration and in
Vestigation of bids for supplies for
the present month, the said bids were
awarded to j. H. Poole and Sons.
There being no other business to
come before the Board, after passing
upon approved bills to the amount of
4,S5S.49, the Board adjourned until
the first Monday in April, 1912.
j. F. BOLTON, Clerk of Board
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-06
For County Commissioner.

l hereby announce my candidacy fo-
the position of County Commissioner.
subject to the Democratic primary OF
March 81. l will appreciate the sup
port of my friends and voters gener-
ally. If elected | will give faithful
and conscientious attention to the du-
ties of the office.
w. E. MITCHELL.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-06
For Sheriff.

l am candidate for reelection to
the office of Sheriff of Sumter County
at the Democratic primary, March 81.
and solicit the support of the voters
of the county. If again thus honored,
Mr.. @. w. Fuller will continue as dep
uty, and we promise, as in the past a
full and faithful discharge of the du-
ties of the office. w. H. FEAGIN.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-06

To The Citizens of Sumter County:
hereby respectfully announce my
candidacy for the office of Sheriff OF
Sumter County, and also announce as
Deputy, James A. Walker, subject to
the action of the Democratic Primary
to be held on March 21st, 1872.
Each OF us, in case of nomination,
will discharge the duties of the office
faithfully and to the best of our abil-
ity, and most respectfully solicit the
support of the electors of the county,
Respectfully, GEORGE D. JONES.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-06
For County Commissioner.

| herewith announce my candidacy
for reelection to the Board of Coun
ty Commissioners of Sumter at the
primary election on March 21st.
will appreciate the support of my
friends and voters generally, promis-
ing, as in the past, faithful discharge
of the duties of the Office. Respect
fully. j. F. BOLTON.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-06
For Clerk of Superior Court.

l hereby announce myself candi-
date for reelection to the Office Of
Clerk of Superior Court of Sumter
County. If elected Mr.. Sam R. Heys
will act as my deputy, and we ear-
nestly solicit the support of the peo-
pie of the county and pledge a faith
full performance of the duties pertain
ing to said office. Subject to the ac-
ton of the Democratic primary.
H. E. ALLEN.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-06
For County Treasurer.

l hereby announce for the Office of
County Treasurer of Sumter County,
Georgia Ito succeed myself subject
to the county primary coming off the
21st day of March next. Thanking the
voters for their liberal support in the
past and soliciting a continuance of
same. Very respectfully,
February 9Th, 1912.
P. H. WILLIAMS.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-06
For Ordinary.

To the Democratic Voters of Sum
ter County: Thanking you for your
past evidences of your confidence, /
respectfully announce myself as a
candidate for Ordinary of Sumter
County, subject to the Democratic
primary of March 21st, 1912.
JOHN A. COBB.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-06
For County Commissioner.

/ hereby announce my candidacy for
the position of County Commissioner,
subject to the Democratic primary of
March 81. | will appreciate the sup
port of my friends and the voters gen.
orally, promising a faithful discharge
of the duties imposed upon me.
/ LEE JOHNSON.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-06
For Solicitor. City Court.

l herewith announce my candidacy
for reelection as Solicitor of the City
Court of Americas, subject to the ac-.
ton of the Democratic primary Of
March 21st l will greatly appreciate
the support of my friends and thu
voters generally. Respectfully.
2. S. CHILDERS.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-06
For County Commissioner.

l hereby announce my candidacy for
the position of County Commissioners
subject to the Democratic primary of
March 81. | will appreciate the sup
port of my friends and the voters IF
the county. BEN. ]. METHVIN.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-06
For County Tax Receiver.

To the Voters of Sumter County
Georgia: hereby announce myself 2
candidate for the office of Tax Re
ceiver Ito succeed myself, subject to
the Democratic primary to be hel7
on the 21st day of March, 1912. Thank
ing the voters in advance for liberal
l am Very respectfully,
February 6, 1912
John T HOWELL.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-06
70 The Citizens of Sumter County:

TO The Citizens of Sumter County:
| hereby respectfully announce my
candidacy for the Office of Judge of
the City Court OF Americas, subject to
the action of the Democratic primary
to be held on March 21st, 1912.
This being a judicial office, l can
not conceive that any particular IS
sues or stipulated platforms could be
involved, believing as l do that any
candidate who might go upon the
bench partisan as to any issue or
platform would be unfit material for
the office.
If nominated, / pledge faithful al
legiance to the constitution and laws
of our country and an administration
of justice, directed by such wisdom,
controlled by such moderation and
tempered by such sense of mercy as
| am capable of bringing to bear.
Respectfully,
w. M HARPER.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-06
For Tax Collector.

l announce my candidacy for re-
election as tax collector of Sumter
county, subject to the action of the
Democratic primary, and respectfully
ask the support of the voters of the
county. !. b. SMALL.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-06
CANDIDATES ANNOUNCEMENTS


of the Democratic primary on March
21st. If elected, l pledge faithful
discharge of the duties of the office
and will appreciate the support of
my friends and the white voters Of
Sumter generally. Respectfully,
H. d. WATTS.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-06
For Coroner.

To the Democratic Voters of Sum-
ter County: Fully approaching and
thanking you for past favors, | re-
spectfully request your support for
Coroner of Sumter County, subject to
the Democratic primary on March q
1912. ED. JENKINS.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-06
For County Commissioner.

| hereby announce myself a candi-
date for County Commissioner, subject
to the Democratic primary of March
81. If re-nominated for this office. |
will give to it's duties my impartial
and faithful attention.
A. F. HODGES.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-06

The Taft people are shouting that
the money interests are behind Teddy
Is this merely a scheme to direct at
tention from the Taft barrel?
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-06
For County Commissioner.

l herewith announce my candidacy
for reelection as County Commits
sioner of Sumter, subject to the Dem
ocratic primary of March 21st. | So
licit the votes of the people. Respect
fully. H. J. WEBB.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-06
For County Commissioner.

l hereby announce my candidacy
for County Commissioner, subject to
the Democratic primary. March Fl.
The support of the voters of the coun-
ty will be heartily appreciated
F. DANIEL.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-06
For County Commissioner.

l hereby Announce my candidacy
for the position of County Commits
sioner, subject to the Democratic
primary to be held March 81.
d. NJ BORUM.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-06
For Judge of City Court.

l announce my candidacy for Judge
of the City Court of Americas, sub
ject to the Democratic primary, Marcn
21st. If nominated | can only pledge
a fair and impartial administration of
the duties of this office. l will ap-
preciate very highly the interest and
support of the voters of Sumter coun-
ty. w. w. DYKES.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-06
For County Surveyor

l hereby announce my Candidacy
for reelection as County Surveyor of
Sumter, subject to the action of the
Democratic primary on Marst 21st.
l will appreciate your support. Re-
spectfully, R. R. HOWE.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-06
For Solicitor of City Court.

l hereby announce myself candi-
date for solicitor of the City Court,
subject to the Democratic primary,
March 81. e. A. NISBET.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-06

l hereby announce myself candi-
date for the office of treasurer Of
Sumter county, subject to the action
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-06

A lucky man always attributes it to
his superior judgment.
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1912-06-07
Chink Ball Stars
Now Propose to
Winter in Cuba

NEW YORK, May 24.-Seton Halls;
Martin, C; Feeney IF; Peploski, p;
Gilully, 2b; Boudon, 3D. Ash, 1bi
Cronin, IS; Curan, CT; Elwood, II.
Chinks: A. Ayau, SIS; Kan Yen. G.
T.. Tin, 3b; A. Akana, 1b L. Akana
If; A. Asa m,2b; Sing Hung, CT; All
Toon, IF; Apau Kan, p
"Au-we-au-wa au-wek ka-hoo. Chi
nose ball team, wek-ka.hoo,"
Amid this famous cry, which has
rlade them one of the foremost Of
foreign college mines which has ever
visited this country, the Hawaii Uni.
versity team of Honolulu logged out
on the diamond at Wiedenmayer's
Park this afternoon, where 1t went
against the representatives of Seton
Hall In an exhibition contest.
Fully 500 ardent fans, including
some of the yellow race from this
city, spent the scorchng afternoon
in the bleachers and stands to see
the Chinese tossers in action, and
when the battle concluded all were
satisfied that they had seen a com.
bination of well experienced players
despite their nationality.
Although it is their first appear
ence in this city the Orientals have
been playing in Americas national
pastime for the past ten years. They
have to date played seventeen games
this season and have been victoriou.
in eight, losing eight and tying il
another.
The Monaghan manager gives tn
cold climate as the cause for severa
defeats, however, The Hawaiian
will remain in this country unit
October, when it is expected the.
will go to Cuba to engage in sey
eral games there, and thence to thei
native land late in January. 1912.
A Good Game.
I Umpire John Moriarity called pla
at $40 o'clock Ayau, the first Or
entail to face Joe Peploski. the prd
of Setonia, skied a high one towar
left. which Elwood Rugged. Kan Ye
hit to Gilully, who tossed to Ash fU
the second out. L. Tin made a oeaut
ful try for first on his tap to Bot
don and was beaten out by hair o.
the latter's toss.
Catcher Kan Yen dropped Martin
easy fly and Joe was safe. Crohin'
sacrifice pitched to first advanced Sc
! tomas backstop to the middle sta
ton. Feeney bounced a hit off T.
Tins glove and Cronin tailed. A
, the ball rolled to left field L. Akant
picked the ball up and threw low
p'eeney going all the way to third
Allan Kan caught Bill off third, how
ever. A. Akana grabbed Peploski
fy, making the third out. One run
Second Tnning-L. Akana, Asam an
Sing Hung all whitfield No runs
Setonia went out, one, two, three
In their half of the second, fast field
Ing by the visitors helping in keel
Ing the men of the sacks.
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1912-06-07

| For Hawaii, Sing Hung got or
when Gilully slipped up on his slow
roller. The visitors coaching at this
stage was amusing. All Toon in at
tempting to sacrifice hunted on the
last strike and was declared out
Sing Hung made a neat steal of sec
ond, but Apau Kan famed. Sing
Hung then pilfered third He ther
! had the crowd in a "swoon" wher
he stole home with the ball in Pep
, loski's hand. Ayau struck out. One
run.
Third Inning-After Curran famed
Elwood's tap toward second looked a
sure safety, but Asam ran of, pick
ed the ball up with his gloved hand
and made a wonderful throw to first,
getting the runner. The Orientals
again started the crowd with their
, excellent work when Sing Hung grab
Der Martins fly with his gloved hand
in right field. No runs.
Kan Yen started Hawaiis half OF
the fourth with a bouncing safety
over Peploski, but Joe caught him
, mapping off the big. L. Tin nearly
beat out slow roller to Peploski,
but Joe got it to first in time. A.
Akana walked on four close ones and
then stole. L. Akana struck out. No
rms.
! Setonia went out in order in the
fourth and Hawaii did likewise in the
fifth. In the suburbanites half of the
FIFTH Ayau made a neat pickup and
stop on Boudon, but threw low &c
FIRST and "Boudy' took two bases
Ash hit to Asam, who rclayed the pill
to Tin in time to get Boudon COINS
to third. Curran propped to Tin anc
Ash was out stealing by city block
No runs.
The sensational fielding of the Ha
waiians when Seton Hall batted II
the sixth had the crowd on its feet
Flwood started with a liner to right
= which the fielder could have caugh
: If he tried. Martin forced him a
| second, however, pitcher to short
! Martin was then out stealing, kal
r Ken to Ayau, the former making
beautiful peg. Cronin singled to right
= After making two attempts Apa'
| finally caught him off first.
Both went out in order in the sew
enth and eighth rounds.
1t was one, two three again FOL
Hawaii in the ninth, but Setonis
threatened in their half. After FL
wood and Martin had been retired
Cronin got his second hit to right
Feeneys liner looked good. but All
j, Toon grabbed 1t.
In the tenth A. Akana led off with
a safety over second, and then stole
no one covering the bag for Martins
throw. L. Akana, who IS no relation
whatever to his team.mate "a
struck out. So did Asam, and Their
! A. Akana tried to pilfer third, but was
out.
Seton Hall scored the winning rur
in the eleventh.
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1912-06-07
SPORTS FRESH
FROM FILES

Jersey City frankie Burns defeat
cd Young Selzberg in ten-round go.
Packey Mcfarland outpointed Ray
Bronson in ten rounds.
o
Ed. M. Watkins has bought the Ia
coma baseball club,
An American, marksman won the
international shooting contest at Blu
enos Ayres.
Al Palzer will challenge the win
her of the Las Vegas contest.
Klaus and Carpenter fight In Paris
on June "a.
AID Wolgast shaded Young O'Brien
in a six-round bout.
Hurdler Smithson will not go to the
Games in Sweden.
Mike Gibbons won an easy decision
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1912-06-07

ing all expenses, the passengers leav'
ing the city at 800 P. M. returning
Sunday evening, by the limited, arriv'
ing in Honolulu at 1910 P. M. There
is golf, tennis and bathing for the
guests to indulge in and a fine chicken
dinner is served Sunday evening. An
inexpensive trip with lots Of pleasure
thrown in.
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1912-06-07

over X. o. Brennan of Buffalo.
-
Clarence Ferns won a decision over
Paul Reman Of Los Angeles.
Soldier Elder got a ten.round draw
with Charlie Miller.
o
Red Watson knocked out Abe La
bel in the eighth round.
o
Jimmy Carroll and Spider Roche
fought a ten-round draw.
There will be a game of hockey
at o'clock today at Punahou between
the Freshmen and the Junior teams.
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1912-06-07
HANDBALL.

A handball tournament will start
oil the Y. M. C. A. courts on Mon
day. It will be open to all senior
members Of the association.
Each contestant will play every
other man in the tournament two out
of three games, 21 points to the
game.
The association has offered a sill
yer medal to the winner of this tour
nament and a bronze one to the man
who comes in second place.
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1912-06-07

Now that the swimming bath at
the Honolulu School for Boys is in
operation aquatic exercises form an
important and healthful part of the
school life.
The sports for the junior boys were
held on Saturday, June 1, and after
much keen competition Searle l car
ried off most of the honors, while
Searle II and Kukana were close on
his heels.
Yesterday afternoon witnessed the
senior division Of the swimming
sports, when amid wild enthusiasm
some half dozen events we're keenly
contested. A half holiday had been
granted to the school in honor of the
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1912-06-07

after the same number OF rounds had
been boxed.
Cordells last contest was with
Tommy Tucker in Bakersfield, bat
tie which he won by a knockout in
five rounds
Jack has been working with state
burvey gang along the Sacramento
river for the past few months.
If a match presents itself he will
box in Honolulu. He states that he is
in good shape and that he intends to
visit Australia in the near future.