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The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-10-08
REROUT|NG MATTER ID BE AIRED AGAIN Commission Will Probably Settle Question Today CITIZENS ARE ACTIVE Commissioners Think They Have Au- thOrity to Act if the Street Car
 Company Is Not Giving
 Adequate Service
CITIZENS ARE ACTIVE

One of the livest municipal problems. that of rerouting the cars of the Birming ham Railway. Light and Power company. which has been the casus belli of wrang- ling and malcontent citizens for period of several weeks. will probably have it's last scene in the commission meeting this morning.
 The commissioners are of the opinion that the citizens are about evenly divided, those living and doing business on and near Twentieth street appearing anx- ious that the cars turn there and not on Nineteenth street, and the citizens doing business on and near Nineteenth street appearing anxious that the cars should continue to turn Nineteenth as at the present time.
 Commissioners Not Certain
 During the week. delegations in favor of both sides have occupied the time of the commissioners. Yesterday, practically ev- erybody who talked to the commissioners was in favor of the present routing-that around Nineteenth street
 The commissioners are apparently not certain whether or not they have the right to force the company to reroute cars save in instances where service is not good. Commissioner Lane gives the off hand opinion that the city has the right, although he has not studied the law in reference to the subject. Commissioners Weatherly and Exum are practically on the same position though each expresses himself differently.
 Exum and Weatherly
 On the subject, Commissioner Exum yesterday said: Ut is my opinion. all though of course. I am not a lawyer, that the city has no right to force the com pany to change the routing of it's cars unless bad services has made it neces- sary for the city to act.
 Commissioner Weatherly said: "I am of the opinion that the city has the right to force the company to reroute its cars in the interest of good services. That is simply an act of regulation, and we have the right to regulate when the best ser vice is not offered by the company
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-10-08
Burglars! Burglars!

Every day the papers tell us of more people whose homes have been burglarized. Even though you may have things that money can not replace, it will be some satisfaction for you to know that you are protected from monetary loss.
 Investigate our burglarly in Surance.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-10-08
Property Owners Complain

The third kick has come from the prop erty owners on Fourteenth avenue, south. Mr. Weatherly stated that no special req son for the opposition of these residents was given He states that he under stands the dissatisfaction expressed by the citizens of Niazuma avenue had been appease.l.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-14
Guessing Who Is Engaged.

A young woman who had been away
from her home town on prolonged
trip returned and announced her en-
gament in this way. She managed to
Keep her secret, and so when eight of
her girl friends were hidden to a
luncheon they did not suspect the de-
movement that was to be made.
When they went to the dining-room
the decorations and cards set them to
thinking. for the centerpiece was a
glass plateau on which was placed a
boat under sail. There were suit case
favors at each place with a card,
which read: THE man in the CASE"
also Wee satin bags out of which a
cats face came with a wee card
around around its neck saying "The
cats out of the bag" The hostess ex-
planned that the centerpiece repre-
sented the "Sea of Matrimony," and
told the guests they were to guess
who was about to embark upon it.
The suit cases were opened and re-
vealed the photograph of the man in
the case" but no one knew him. By
adroit questioning the hostess was
found out and congratulations fol-
lowed.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-14
ANNOUNCEMENT.

ITO the voters of the Third Congress
sional District: l have the ambition to
represent the Third district in con-
gress. AS to my fitness and WORTH
ness, l propose to submit that to the
voters of the district, among with
other gentlemen who may aspire TO
the honor, in a democratic primary
81 am a farmer, was born and rear
ed on a farm in this district, ond have
contributed all that possibly could
To the advancement of the farming in
rerests of my section of the coun-
try.
LAS a member of congress | would
he controlled largely by the same de-
sires and purposes that have actuated
me as a private citizens in advancing
citizen following other callings.
the farming interests of the state anc
country. which ultimately is the inter
st of every person, whether merchant
lawyer, doctor, banker, mechanic OF
Il shall be glad to meet the voters
ace to face N e'ery county OF tne
district before the day of election.
Sincerely,
John R. MERCER"
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-14
FLETCHER w. GRIFFIN.

TO the .uocratlc Voters of the Third
Congressional District:
hereby formally announce my can
didacy for the Office of congressman
from said district TO the 63rd Con-
eress, subject to the democratic pri-
mary to be held next summer. Ow-
ing to my familiarity with conditions
in Washington (being the confiden-
tial clerk to the speaker of the House,
| believe if the people will honor me
with the great office that l can be Of
service to them and l will certainly
strive to faithfully and intelligently
represent all the people of the dis
trict. Their interest and welfare shall
regulate, control and influence my
1 will be true to the masses of our
people. Before the primary will an
nounce a formal platform of prin2i-
pies, address the voters on the public
questions of the day, presenting my
views fully to them and endeavor %
see as many of them in person as
possible. If you can give me your
support and influence l shall always
be most profoundly grateful.
Very respectfully,
CHARLES r. CRISP.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-14

Board of Education April list, 1912.
Aldermen Allen and Council appointed
tellers: Messrs. 7. F. Gatewood, Lam
sing Burrows, T. E. Bolton and J. T,
Taylor were, by ballot, elected mem
bers of the Board of Education.
Resignation of Mr.. F. D. Sheffield as
member of the Board of Education
read and on motion accepted.
On motion Council went into an ell
ection for membership on the Board
of Education to fill the uneXpired term
caused by the resignation of Mr. E. d.
Sheffield; Aldermen Allen and Coun-
Gil appointed tellers. Mr.. G. S. Gard
ner was elected, bv ballot, a member
of the Board of Education to fill the
unexpired term caused by the resigna-
ton of Mr.. Z. d. Sheffield
On motion bill of w. H. R. Schroeder
for plumbing at tenant house of Mrs
]. B. Jossey declined
All approved bills read and ordered
paid
On motion Council adjourned
H.. WEAVER, Clerk
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-14
EASY AND SURE WAY
TO CURE COLDS
Don't Neglect a Cold, Ely'S Cream
Balm viii Stop 1t in the Sneez.
ing Stage.

A cold generally attacks the weak
est part, affecting the eyes and ears in
some and producing nasal catarrh and
throat troubles in others. A cold is
due to an Inflammation of the men,
brane lining the air passage, and may
be promptly cured with a little Ely's
Cream Balm, which Immediately re-
lieves the inflammation and all the
distressing symptoms, such as sneez-
ing, coughing, running at the nose and
eyes, hoarseness, sore throat, fever
and headache. One reason why this
pure, antiseptic Balm acts so quickly
is because it is applied directly to the
tender, sore surfaces.
Even in severe, chronic cases of ca
tarrh, Ely's Cream Balm never fails to
quickly and effectually check the
poisonous discharge which clogs the
head and throat, causing the disguise
ing hawking, splitting and blowing of
he nose. This remedy not only drives
out the disease, but heals and strength
ems the weakened membranes, thus
ending catarrh.
Catarrh is a filthy, disgusting dis
ease. Don't put up with it another day
Get a SO cent bottle of Ely's Cream
Balm from your druggist and see how
quickly you will be relieved. 1t Is
perfectly harmless.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-14
CENTRAL OF GEORGIA
RAILWAY,
Current Schedules Corrected to Date
Trains Arrive.

From Savannah, Augusta
Atlanta and Macon .....*7:00 pm
From Lockhart, Dothan,
Albany, Troy and Monty *1O:35 p n
From Lockhart, Dothan,
Albany, Troy and Monty 2:O5 p u
From Atlanta and Macon - 2;15 n
From Augusta, Savannah
Atlanta and Macon .....* $50 n
From Columbus and in
termediate points .....*11:45 p n
From Columbus and in
termediate points ...!!11:30 n
From Columbus and in
termediate, points !12:01 p n
From Albany and Jack
sonville ...........* 1855 a II
From Albany .... GAO n
Trains Depart.
For Macon, Augusta and
Savannah .........!..... $40 a n
For Albany, Dothan Lock-
or Albany, Dothan Lock-
| hart, Troy and Mont
gomery ...m m. ...........* $50 a
hart, Troy and Mont
gomery .......* 2:l5 p n
For Macon and Atlanta - 2:05 p n
For Macon, Atlanta, Saw
annah and Augusta ...*10:35 p n
For Columbus ...........! 2:45 p II
For Columbus .....!! 800 p n
For Columbus, Birming-
ham and Chicago 49, 1855 NJ
For Albany .............* 700 n
For Albany and Jackson
vile ..............'.... .*ll:45 p N
*Daily.
Except Sunday.
!!Sunday only.
Sleeping cars between Americas and
Atlanta on trains leaving Americas
1875 p. M, arriving Americas $50 a
cars to and from Savannah. Pullman
sleeping cars between Chicago, st
Louis and Jacksonville on Seminole
Limited" which leaves Americas for
Jacksonville at Has p. m. Leaves
Americas for st. Louis and Chicago
via Columbus and Birmingham, at
1855 a. m. For further information
apply to S. B. Ellis, Agent Americas,
Ga. JOHN w. BLOUNT,
District Passenger Agent, Macon, Ga.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-14
Proceedings OF THE CITY COUNCIL

on Lamar street and extending back
$50 feet. On motion adopted action OF
the Street Committee ratified.
On motion adopted the Cemeteries
& Parks Committee authorized to
purchase six acres of land adjoining
colored cemetery at $4,000 per acre,
and to give MIR. Guice opportunity to
lease part of land for six years
Street Committee granted further
time on ] P. Butt sidewalk matter
The following ordinance was read
and on motion the rules suspended
and adopted as read, rules suspended
and adopted as whole: BE it or
dained by the Mayor and City Council
of Americas and it is hereby ordained
by authority of the same, that it shall
be unlawful for any one to keep more
than 1000 dynamite caps or decorators
in the City limits of Americas and
these shall be kept in an iron safe,
vault or similar receptacle where they
shall be protected from shock or fire
Be it further ordained by the afore-
said authority that all ordinances and
parts of ordinances in conflict with
same be and the same are hereby re-
pealed
Building Committee reported pro
gress on City Hall alterations and
were granted further time.
Ordinance Committee was instructed
to draft proper Ordinance prohibiting
dogs running at large on the streets.
On motion the Street Committee in
structed to consider getting up prop
erty map.
The street paving assessment due
by the Coffee Estate on Cotton Avenue
was on motion referred to City At
torney.
Street paving assessment due TO
paving abutting the property o
United States postoffice was on motion
| referred to the FINANCE COMMITTEE
with instructions to make best possible
terms.
The revocation of Ordinance prohib
iting the sale of near beer on residenc'
streets referred on motion to Ordin
ance Committee.
The request of the Police Commits
sion for three extra men was on mo
ton referred to the Fire G Police Com
mittee.
Deed from Big Bethel Baptist churcl
to City for land purchased referred t.
City Attorney.
The Clerk & Treasurer was instruct
ed to secure Fl Fa against the proper
ty of Big Bethel Baptist Church, canoe
and deliver same to Mr.. W. T. Lane
attorney for the Trustees of the churc
On motion Council went into an 81
ection to fill memberships on tn
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-14
MADAME MgRRI.

Many large velvet hats with turned
up brims are seen.
Lace is much used as ruffies on
skirts of evening frocks.
Dark blouses are trimmed with
white mousseline de sole.
The new horn buttons trimmed in
contrasting color come in variety of
combinations
Machine stitching is very popular
on skirts and coat suits of cheviot and
English suitings.
Fur is used more extensively than
ever to trim dresses intended to wear
without a wrap
Charmeuse continues to be the fash
ionable fabric for afternoon wear. The
favorite trimming is silk fringe.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-14
this LADY'S
GOOD APPETITE
Mrs. Hansen, In q Letter From
Mobile, cells How She Gained II.

Mobile, Ala.-"I suffered for seven
years. with womanly trouble" writes
Mrs. Sigurd Hansen in letter from
this city. "I felt weak and always had
a headache and was always going to
the doctor. At last was operated on,
and felt better, but soon had the
same trouble.
My husband asked me to try Cardui.
I felt better after the first bottle, and
now. / have a good appetite and sleep
well. feel fine, and the doctor tells
me I am looking better than he ever
saw me-"
II you are sick and miserable, and
suffer from any of the pains due to
womanly trouble-try Cardui.
Cardui is successful because 1t Is
composed of ingredients that have been
found to act curatively on the woman
ly constitution.
For more than nifty years, 1t has been
used by women Of all ages, with great
success. Try 1t. Your druggist sells 1t.
NIB Write %: Ladies' Advisory Dept. ChattE.
nooRa Medlcns Co., Chattanooga. Tenn. for Spectd
TnstrisctiOns, and 64-page book. Home Ireatinsu
OF Women" sent in plain wrapper. on Teouss1'
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-14

Regular meeting of the Mayor and
City Council of Americas, March 18th,
1912.
Present Mayor Mathis presiding;
Aldermen Council, White, Allen, Riley,
Bolton and Poole.
Minutes of last meeting read: Notice
was given that the portion of the min
utes relative to paving the sidewalks
on College street from Barlow street
to Elm Avenue, would be moved for
reconsideration. Minutes then con-
firmed.
On motion adopted the minutes were
reconsidered relative to that portion
ordering paved sidewalks on College
street from Barlow street to Elm
avenue.
Motion was made to put down Gin
ders on sidewalks on College street,
between Barlow street and Elm ave-
nue., instead of concrete or thing.
Substitute motion made to pave the
sidewalks on College street from Bar
low street to Railroad crossing with
concrete or thing.
Substitute motion put and lost.
Original motion put and lost
On motion matter of repairs to fence
at Oak Grove Cemetery referred to
Cemetery Committee with authority to
act
The Street Committee reported hav-
ing purchased for 100000 from Big
Bethel Baptist Church 60 feet fronting
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-14
MARRIAGE OF INTEREST
OCCURRED IN MEMPHIS
Miss Jenkins and Mr.. Doyle
Contracting Parties

The marriage of recent date il
Memphis of Miss Ethel Jenkins and
Mr.. James V. Doyle is of interest il
Americas, the former home of the
bride, where she has many friends
whose best wishes will attend her
The rites were solemnized by Rev
T. w. Lewis, of the Second eMthodis.
church, in the presence of many
friends of the bride and groom. Miss
Jenkins has been residing in Memphis
since leaving Americas two years ago.
Mr.. Doyle and bride are "at home" al
213 Madison avenue.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-14
For Tax Collector.

l am a candidate for the office CT
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 l 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
M U,TCIJED w CDJEEJN
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-14
For Sheriff.

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, 1912.
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, 1912-03-14
For Clerk of Superior Court.

! hereby announce myself a 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
tul 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, 1912-03-14
For County Treasurer.

! hereby announce for the office of
County Treasurer of Sumter County,
Georgia Ito succeed myself subject
to the county primary coming off the
Dist day of March next. Thanking the
voters for their liberal support in the
past and soliciting a continuance of
same. Very respectfully,
February 5th, 1912.
7. H. WILLIAMS.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-14
For County Treasurer.

hereby announce myself a candi-
date for the office of treasurer Of
sumter county, subject to the action
OF the Democratic primary on March
zist 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, 1912-03-14
For Sheriff.

am a 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
tul and faithful discharge of the du-
ties Of the office. w. H. FEAGIN.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-14
For Solicitor, City Court.

herewith announce my candidacy
for reelection as Solicitor of the City
Court of Americus, subject to the ac-.
ton of the Democratic primary of
March 21st. | will greatly appreciate
the support of my friends and the
voters generally. Respectfully.
z. S. CHILDERS.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-14

Announcements are sent immediate
ly after the marriage, not before, and
should go to all the bridegroom's rela-
tives and friends. 1t is we'll to have
his list and the cards ready, all
stamped and sealed, to be mailed after
the ceremony on the wedding day.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-14
For County Commissioner.

l hereby announce my candidacy TO.
the position of County Commissioner
subject to the Democratic primary O.
March 81. l will appreciate the sup.
port of my friends and voters gener
ally. If elected l will give faithful,
and conscientious attention to the du-
ties of the office.
w. E. MITCHELL.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-14
For County Commissioner.

l hereby announce myself candi-
date for County Commissioner, subject
to the Democratic primary of March
81. If re-nominated for this office, |
will give to its duties my impartial
and faithful attention.
A. F. HODGES.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-14
For County Commissioner.

herewith announce my candidacy
,or reelection to the Board of Coun-
" Commissioners of Sumter at the
primary election on March 21st. l
viii appreciate the support of my
friends and voters generally, promis-
ing, as in the past, O faithful discharge
OF the duties of the Office. Respect
fully. IF BOLTON.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-14
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 gem
orally. promising a faithful discharge
of the duties imposed upon me.
i LEE Johnson
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-14
For Countv "Reminiscences.

4, ! hereby announce my candidacy tor
we position of County Commissioner
subject TO the Democratic primary OF
March 81. will appreciate the sup
port Of my friends and the voters OF
me county. BEN. j. METHVIN.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-14
PAVING the Wedding EXPENSES.

Will you kindly tell me whether it is
customary for the bridegroom or the
brides parents to pay for the car
riages at large wedding.
Please reply in your columns-Deb-
utante.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-14

The parents of the bride should be
in the drawing-room to receive the
guests. They issue the invitations and
are the host and hostess and should
be in readiness for the arrival of the
first guest. There is always the we'd
ding cake, and the ribbon-tied knife is
handed the bride for her to make the
first incision, the so-called cutting the
cake" The bridal party generally
goes in last after receiving all the
congratulations. The guests begin to
be served soon after the ceremony.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-14

20 the Voters of Sumter County
Georgia; | hereby announce myself a
candidate for the office of Tax Re-
celVer Ito succeed myself, subject to
me Democratic primary to be held
on the 2lst day of March, 1912. Thank
ing the voters in advance for liberal
SUPPORT, | am Very respectfully,
February 6, 1912
rnTIN. TT IInXULI T.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-14
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, 1912-03-14

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. l. B. SMALL.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-14
Sending Announcements.

When there are to be no invited
guests at a marriage, is it proper to
have announcement cards? When are
they to be sent out? How long before
the marriage? Is it proper for the
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-14
JOHN T. HOWELL
For Cnrnnpr.

10 the Democratic Voters of Sum
Yer County: Fully approaching and
Vhanking you for past favors, l re-
specttully request your support for
coroner of Sumter County, subject 10
me Democratic primary on March 2l'
1912. ED. JENKINS.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-14
For County Surveyor

hereby announce my Candidacy
Tor reelection as County Surveyor of
sumter, subject to the action of the
democratic primary on Marst 2lst.
! will appreciate your support. Re-
specially. r. R, HOWE.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-14
For COUNTY Commissioners.

| hereby announce my candidacy
for County Commissioner, subject to
the Democratic primary, March 81.
The support of the voters of the coun-
ty will be heartily appreciated.
]. F. DANIEL
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-14
For Solicitor of City Court.

! hereby announce myself candi-
date for solicitor of the City Court,
subject to the Democratic primary,
March 81. E. A. NISBET.