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Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-21
CONCRETE bridge
OVER LEE Street
HAS BEEN OPENED
VEHICLES NOW CROSSING IT
Adds Greatly to Splendid
ThOrOughfarG

For the first time since it was clos
ed last October, Lee street has again
been opened for both vehicles and
pedestrians. This gives a straight
stretch of roadway out Lee street.
saving in distance and general con-
venience that is greatly appreciated.
The completion of the bridge has
required much more time than the
ninety days originally allotted for the
work in the contract, but the finished
bridge shows that the work has been
done thoroughly and carefully, so that
these permanent results fully com
pensate for the time that has been con-
sumed
One great advantage that the COM
pleted work will have is that the
bridge will be on a level with the
street on each side of the bridge, so
That there will be no troublesome
grade to be encountered in approach
ing the bridge from either direction
This part of the work, which will in
VoIye the grading of the street APP
proaches on each side of the bridge,
has not yet been accomplished, but
VIII soon be completed, now that the
bridge itself has been formally turned
over to the city by the contractor.
The entire bridge, with the eXcep-
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-21
SUFFRAGETTES MAY
NEXT THROW BOMBS

Chicago, March 20.-Bombs may
soon substitute wondow smashing
bricks in England, DR.. Jessie Murray,
of.London. told a meeting of. the wo-
mans party here tonight.
You in America do not realize to
to what economic straits the women
If England have been reduced" she
aid. I'VE are fighting for life and
honor
"The men are taking away the
means of livelihood by legislation
They are robbing women Of the privil-
eye to work when they are eager and
willing to work to support themselves
The men are crying for their places
1T has reached the stage of a civi
war. People have asked why we do no
substitute bombs for bricks. If Gu
demands are not acceded to soon .
assure you bombs will be used
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-21
ANNOUNCEMENT.

ITO the voters of the Third Congress
Sional District: l have the ambition tc
'epresent the Third district in con-
5ress. AS to my fitness and WORTH
ness, | propose to submit that to the
voters of the district, among with
other gentlemen who may aspire to
the honor, in a democratic primary
Il am a farmer, was born and rear
ed on farm in this district, ond have
contributed all that l possibly could
to the advancement of the farming in
terests of my section of the coun-
try.
AS a member of congress | would
be controlled largely by the same de-
sires and purposes that have aetuated
me as a private citizens in advancing
citizen following other callings.
the farming interests of the state and
country, which ultimately is the inter
st of every person, whether merchant,
lawyer, doctor, banker, mechanic or
Il shall be glad to meet the voters
ace to face IN esery county of the
istrict before the day of election.
Sincerely,
JOHN R. MERCER"
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-21
PEANUTS HAVE
FOUND READY
MARKET HERE
They FORM A PAYING CROP
Which Should Be Useful For
DivGrSifiCatiOR

Mr.. ]. T. Aycock, one of Sumter's
successful farmers, brought to Ameri-
Gus yesterday a two-horse wagon load
of peanuts, and the rapidity with
which he sold them in one or tive
bushel lots for seed indicated the de-
mand for this produce among farmers
, who believe in crop diversification
and the planting of food crops for
hogs and cattle. Mr. Aycock's entire
load of peanuts was quickly dispos-
ed of, and he could readily have sold
twice the quantity, so great was the
demand.
Evidencing the desire for diyersi-
i fcation, one Americas grocery house
has sold recently to farmers here sew
en- solid carloads of peanuts for plant
ing. This is an enormous quantity.
and when it is considered that other
houses are selling peanuts, it would
appear that the farmers would plant
at least some peanuts this year,
While generally regarded a plebian
product, or treated with less consid-
Grafton than is accorded other crops.
the peanut crop is a remunerative one
The nuts sell readily at $1.25 to $1.5G
per bushel, and an acre of poor land
will produce a largo quantity of thents
and with little cultivation
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-21
new HOMES
ARE GOING UP
At PLAINS
MANY MORE IN PROSPECT
Bright Little City Shows Signs
Of Much Expansion

The thriving town of Plains con-
tinues to expand with every year
Never a season passes that does not
find some addition to it's large number
of comfortable and attractive homes.
Year after year the compactly built
section of the town has increased I'M
til it presents an appearance that
few towns of its size in Georgia can
offer On all sides there are the I'M
mistakable signs of comfort, of thrift,
of prosperity, and of an appreciation
of beauty as applied to home sur
roundings.
Four houses are now nearing COM
pletion, the finishing touches being
put to them, that would ornament any
town, and that are a decided addition
to the beauty of Plains Mr.. w. l..
Thomas has a fine two-story residence
nearly completed, a large, attractive
home that will have pretty grounds
to set it off Mr. Tom Lawson, Mr..
| Edmund Oliver and Mr. Ernest Wei
Ions are also watching with pleasure
the completion of homes that repre-
sent good taste in architecture, and
that appeal to the lover of large rooms
and ample space.
These four houses will be followed
| by other new structures in the neal
! future. A number of building lots
have been sold on the Barnes Trail
| road, and plans are being made fol
| the building of several homes during
! the spring and summer. The outlooi
| is that the current year will fine
! Plains increased by fully dozen new
homes. The citizens of the bright en-
/ terprising little city to the west are
naturally proud Of the development
the town is making and look forward
with satisfaction to further expansion
of the population and business.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-21
10 the -.uocrauc Voters of the Third
CONVERSATIONAL District:

10 the .uocrauc Voters of the Third
Congressional District:
l hereby formally announce my can
didacy for the office of congressman
from said district TO the 69rd Con-
gress, subject to the democratic pri-
mary to be held next summer. Ow-
ing to my familiarity with conditions
IN Washington (being the confiden-
dal 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 / will certainly
trive to faithfully and intelligently
epresent all the people of the dis
let. Their interest and welfare shall
egulate, control and influence my
very vote and act and at all times.
will be true to the masses of our
people. Before the primary | will an
nounce a formal platform of princi-
pies, address the voters on the public
questions of the day, presenting my
views fully to them and endeavor 20
see as many of them in person as
possible. If you can give me your
support and influence l shall always
oe most profoundly grateful.
Very respectfully,
CHARLES R. CRISP.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-21
Who WILL WIN THESE PRIZES?

= Slogans the thing
uptodate city Slogan that
the clear
= o the
be If it aleraive much better
things forceful 1t
regarding
= public mind
Americus Americas that
print on its literature
= home abroad
. Who will this slogan motto for Americas?
The herewith
prizes.
slogan Americas The Times Re-
be for six months
To tt sending of
will be given
Here Slogan suggested brevy:
AMERICUS ASPIRES.
are some sample Slogans from other towns:
Business"
Spells Success
Topeka Will"
Americas with an inspiring slogan! Fae ana
+prze wait the individual
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-21
REAR ADMIRAL'S WIFE
SUES FOR DIVORCE

Washington, March 20.-Mrs. Henry
L Couden. wife of Rear Admiral Rey-
nolds Couden, L. S. n, retired has
brought suit for divorce and mainten-
ance. She alleges that she cannot
learn her husbands whereabouts and
that the $500 a month he allows her is
insufficient for her support. Mrs. Cou-
den. then Mrs. Addicks, married the
admiral in philadelphia in 1883 and
they lived together until about a year
ago. At the navy department 1t is
stated that Admiral Couden is living
in Michigan City, Ind, his native city.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-21

ton of the roadway across it for We
hicles is constructed of reinforced con-
crete, with balusters along the side
of the bridge of the same material
with the exception that the balusters
have a stucco finish. The completed
bridge has all the beauty and dura-
bility that could be desired in struc-
ture of it's kind and will add much to
the appearance of Lee street, the CT
TVS longest and most beautiful thor
oughfare.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-21
FORMING CLUBS
To FAVOR The
HUDSON BOOM
IN ALL SECTIONS OF STATE
Voluntary Organizations Are
Being Formed

That friends of T. G. Hudson, candl-
date for governor, have already volun-
tarily begun the formation OF HUDSON
clubs in their counties, notwithstand-
ing that Mr.. Hudson Oas not yet be-
gun his personal campaign and Will
not begin it until he leaves office on
Nav l. is the statement of Malcolm
Johnston, correspondence manager in
temporary charge of the Hudson head
quarters at the Kimball house.
I'VE have not gotten fairly down to
work with mailing list and CORE
spondence,' said Mr.. Johnson, Tues
day. Il am impressed with the gen
eral sentiment throughout the state
that south Georgia should furnish the
next governor, especially when she
presents a candidate so acceptable as
Mr.. Hudson Even our north Georgia
correspondents concede that South
Georgia is entitled to the governorshlp
and express the hope that this honor
will be given to it bv comon consent
mo man IN Georgia has more warm
personal friends than Mr.. Hudson. Al
ready in many of tNe counties friends
have voluntarily taken up the forma-
ton of clubs.
Mr. Hudson is giving close atten-
60, TO bic official duties and there
fore. can't take much part in his cam
paign until after his resignation on
Nav /, but after that date he will be
subject to the demands of MS
friends
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-21
MISS CHAPMAN'S
STUDENTS Will
give RECITAL

Students of the music class of Miss
Louise Chapman will give a recital at
her residence on Forrest street this
evening at $50 o'clock, to which all
the parents and friends of the pupils
are cordially invited to come.
The recitals given by Miss Chap
mans class are occasions of unusual
interest to the young people who take
musical instruction from her and they
are also enjoyed by her parents Of
the young people and the many friends
of the students who participate il
them.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-21
For Tax Collector,

| am a candidate for the office CT
Tax Collector of Sumter county at the
Democratic primary to be held March
list, 1912, and in making my an
1ouncement 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, 1912-03-21
!
HtEJd = ~ Is * - EHHEW
SUGGESTIONS
Advice to Expectant Moshezs

The experience of Motherhood is try
ing one to most women and marks dis
tinctly an epoch in their lives. Not ore
woman in hundred is prepared or I'M
dcrstands how to properly care for her
self. Of course nearly every woman
nowadays has medical treatment at
such times, but many approach tfss
experience with an organism united
for the trial of strength, and when it
is over her system has received shock
from which it is hard to recover. Fol-
lowing right upon this comes the ner-
vous strain of caring for the child, Gnd
a distinct change in the mother results
There is nothing more charming than
happy and healthy mother of children,
and indeed childbirth under the right
conditions need be no hazard to health or
beauty. The unexplainable thing is that
with all the evidence of shattered nerves
and broken health resulting from an Uza-
prepared condition, and with ample t1zes
in which to prepare, women will persist
in going blindly to the trial.
Every woman at this time should rely
upon lydia E. Pinkham' Vegetable Com
pound, a most valuable tonic and invlg-
orator of the female organism.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-21

| hereby announce myself candi-
late 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 eaT-
nestly solicit the support of the peo-
pie of the county and pledge faith
full performance of the duties pertain
ing to said office. Subject to the ac-
ton of the Democratic primary.
H. Z. ALLEN.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-21
For County Commissioner.

| herewith announce my candidacy
for reelection to the Board of Coun-
~ Commissioners of Sumter at the
Urinary election on March 21st |
will appreciate the support OF my
friends and voters generally, promis-
ng, as in the past, faithful discharge
of the duties of the office. Respect
fully JF. BOLTON.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-21

AS one whom mother comforteth"-Laia5 LXVI 49,
book UNDECIDED in her lap she sits with dreaming eyes
And looks the window the distant hills that
Yet she all the hills and finds pathway straight
To where the children Chamber the fence beside the gate
To children hail her with their shouts of wondrous gee,
Yet still the book UNDECIDED, lies halfopen her knee
And far from the window bends the sky in hazy blue,
And forth road that leads the meadows through
That hurries down the city until she finds door
Which opens her gentle knock; and then, oft of yore,
She hears the laughter of her boy she when he geves
Yet still the book lying with her hand between the leaves
And she another where touch the SkS
She threads the forest Businesses until she draws angh
The little cottage where her girl has helped to make home
Where the distance the CLEANS of upung foam
And for while they speak of all the joys that used to be
Yet still the book UNDECIDED, lies halopen on her knee
And she fares till sunset, she goes far and far away
But always finds her haven the ending of the day;
And takes her book and idly the opened pages
With that have the ofneSS that caused by unShed
And sometimes she will hurmur low and sometimes she will sme
For and all the land her heart has been the while
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-21

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 5th, 1912.
P. H. WILLIAMS.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-21
To The Citizens of Sumter County.

10 The Citizens of Sumter County:
l hereby respectfully announce my
candidacy for the office of Judge CT
the City Court OF Americas, subject 70
the action of the Democratic primary
TO De held on March 21st, 1912.
This being judicial office, can
not conceive that any particular IS
sues or stipulated platforms could he
involved, believing as | do that any
candidate who might go upon the
bench a partisan as to any issue or
platform would be unfit material for
the office.
If nominated, l pledge faithful al
leglance 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 a sense of mercy as
| am capable Of bringing to bear.
Respectfully,
w. M HARPER.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-21

I am a candidate for reelection to
the Office of Sheriff of Sumter County.
at the Democratic primary, March Il,
and solicit the support of the voters
of the county If again thus honored,
Mr.. Q. 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, 1912-03-21
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 2lst 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 th3
support of the electors of the county
Respectfully, GEORGE d. JONES.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-21
For County Tax Receiver.

To the Voters of Sumter County
Georgia: | hereby announce myself
candidate for the office of Tax Re-
ceiyer Ito succeed myself, subject to
the Democratic primary to be held
on the 21st day of March, 1912. Thank
ing the voters in advance for liberal
suport, am Very respectfully,
February 6, 1912
JOHN T. HOWELL.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-21
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
BORT of my friends and the voters gem
orally, promising faithful discharge
of the duties imposed upon me.
]. LEE JOHNSON.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-21

l hereby announce myself candi-
date for the office of treasurer Of
Sumter county, subject to the action
of the Democratic primary on March
21st. If elected, | pledge a faithful
discharge of the duties of the office,
and will appreciate the support CT
NV friends ana the white voters OF
Snmter generally. Respectfully,
H. ID. WATTS.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-21
For County Commissioner.

| hereby announce my candidacy fo-
the position of County Commissioner,
subject to the Democratic primary OF
March 81. | will appreciate the sup
port of my friends and voters gener
ally. If elected | will give faithful
ana conscientious attention to the iu-
ties of the office.
w. E. MITCHELL.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-21
For Coroner.

To the Democratic Voters of sum
ter County: Fully approaching and
thanking you for past faVors' re-
specially request your support 10Y
Coroner of Sumter County, SUBJECT %
the Democratic primary on March III
to19 ED. JENKINS.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-21
For Tax Collector.

| announce my candidacy for re-
election as tax collector of Sumter
ounty. subject to the action of the
democratic primary, and respectfully
SIX the support of the voters of the
ounty. !. B. SMALL.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-21
For Solicitor, City Court.

/ herewith announce my candidacy
for reelection as Solicitor of the City
Court of Americas, subject to the &c
ton of the Democratic primary OF
March 21st. | will greatly appreciate
the support of my friends and tn
voters generally Respectfully.
q. S. CHILDERS.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-21
CANDIDATES ANNOUNCER ENTS
For Comfy Commissioner.

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

hereby announce my CAY didacy
ior reelection as County Surveyor OF
sumter. subject to the action of the
Democratic primary on Marst 2lst.
I will appreciate your support. Re-
enectfullv R. R. HOWE.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-21
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, 1912-03-21
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 Of
the county. BEN. ]. METHVIN.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-21
For Judge of City Court.

l announce my candidacy for Judge
of the City Court of Americas, SUP
Ject to the Democratic primary, Marcn
Ilst: II nominated | can only pledge
d Ialr and impartial administration of
the duties of this office | will APP
preclate very highly the interest and
support of the voters of Sumter coun-
". w. w. DYKES.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-21
For County Commissioner.

l 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
J. f. DANIEL.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-21
For County Commissioner.

hereby announce my candidacy
for the position of County Commits
sioner. subject to the Democratic
primary to be held March II.
d. NJ BORUM.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-21
Far County Commissioner.

| hereby announce myself candi-
late for County Commissioner, subject
o the Democratic primary of March
Il. If re-nominated for this office, |
will give to its duties my impartial
md faithful attention
A. F. HODGES.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-21

l hereby announce myself a 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, 1912-03-21

Sunday is the day of rest; but did
you ever know man who felt rested
on Monday morning?
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-21

1t is hard for a man to mind his
own business unless he has both a
mind and a business.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-21

In m any homes
once childless there
are now children be-
cause of the fact
that Lydia E. Pink
hams We G. table
Compound makes
WON en- norm al,
healthy and strong.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-21

IL you want special advice H3lls -
Lydia Z. Pinkhan Medicine Wy xeoszas
dens;aN Lynn, Mass. T0IT ietser HEA
he onened. read and answered. VIZ u
woman and held in strict Condolences
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-03-21

JOHN R. MERCER. "
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