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Wauwatosa news. [volume] (Wauwatosa, Wis.) 1900-1948, 1912-06-28
June 2s, 1862.

The battle of MechanicsviIle was
fought between McClellan's army in
campaign against Richmond and the
Confederate defenders of their capital
The fight, beginning at noon with long
range artillery fire, waxed into a con
test as fierce as any preceding It In
the war, and continued until night,
when the Confederates withdrew, but
not until they had inflicted damages
that deprived the National troops OF
victory. At Beaver Dam creek the
Confederates were terribly repulsed
by General McCall's division of Gen.
Fitz John Porter's corps
West. Fl. Humphreys, convicted OF
having acted as a judge under the Con-
federate government, was impeached
by the senate OF the United States.
The Union mortar feet on the Mis-
sissippi, under Commodore Porter,
commenced to shell the Confederate
works at Vicksburg The lombard
ment lasted for three hours, without
result.
The National forces under Generals
Banks, Mcdowell and Fremont, which
General Stonewall Jackson had kept
occupied by his campaign in the shen-
andoah, were organized into the army
Of the Virginia and placed under the
command Of General Pope.
Lieut.. Col Alfred w. w. ElIet. com
manding Union ram fiotilla or the
Mississippi, took two rams and started
up the Yazoo river TO capture three
Confederate gunboats. The Confed-
crates set fire to their vessels and let
them go down on him, driving him
from the river to save his own craft
from destruction.
Nine vessels or the gunboat fleet,
under command Of Captain Rodgers,
entered the Appomatox river for the
purpose Of discovering the condition
OF the river. When six miles from its
mouth they were fired upon by the
Coniederates who held out for an
hour against the combined fire Of the
feet The vessels discovered that the
river had been blocked mile above
by sunken hulks.
June az, 1862.
The battle OF Gaines Mills, va, one
Of the seven days battles was
fought. McClellan's advance toward
Richmond was severely checked by it.
The work Of cutting off Vieksburg
by means OF canal severing a loop OF
the Mississippi was begun under the
supervision OF General Williams OF
the Union army.
The bombardment Of vicksburg by
the Union feet was resumed.
The London Herald, in an article on
the aspect Of affairs in America. de-
clared the Union nuisance among
nations
Colonel Keith, Twenty-first Indiana,
encountered the enemy in two
Wauwatosa news. [volume] (Wauwatosa, Wis.) 1900-1948, 1912-06-28

scarcely new angle from which to view it, but to
The younger generation of Americans the thrilling
ride of Caesar Rodney is not familiar it well
deserves to be, ard will bear re-telling.
The final debate in Congress- in the committee Of
the whole, upon the adoption Of the Declaration OF
independence, began at o'clock Monday July 1.
On that day Pennsylvania seven of whose delegates
were present voted against adoption. The vote Of
Delaware having two delegates present was divided
Thereupon Mexican, of Delaware, who had voted
afirmativey, wrote frantic letter to the absent
Delaware delegate, Caesar Rodney, mploring him to
come and cast his vote and thus turn the scale for
Delaware.
Rodney at the time so miles away, at Dover,
at one the other Of his farms, Byfeld and Poplar
Wauwatosa news. [volume] (Wauwatosa, Wis.) 1900-1948, 1912-06-28

HE story of the Declaration of In
dependence. which gave birth to a
new nation among the powers of
the world 1876 years ago in Phila-
delphia, is full of the drama of his
tory, from the moment of the in
ception of the idea to that fateful
moment when the resounding clang
of old Liberty Bell pronounced the
deed accomplished The storA has
been told so often that theres.is
Wauwatosa news. [volume] (Wauwatosa, Wis.) 1900-1948, 1912-06-28

laden with arms and other munitions
OF war, ran aground three miles east
Of Fort Fisher, N. G. The blockading
fleet fired on her with the view or de-
troying her, but the fort opened on
them and compelled them to with
draw.
A small skirmish occurred at Smith
Creek, N, G..
G, F. Seepley, military commandanr
of New Orleans, by order and APP
prevail Of General Butler, suspended
the municipal government of the city
until such time as there should be a
sufficient number of citizens in New
Orleans loyal to their country and
their constitution to entitle them to
resume the right Of self government.
White House. Va, base OF the
peninsula campaign, was evacuated
by the Union forces under General
Mcclellan.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-16
WINNING WIDOW" At
OPERA HOUSE NOV. 20

Max Speigels Winning Widow"
which comes to the theatre Wednes-
day, Nov Goth, is more pretentious
this year than ever before and is su-
perior to the average musical comedy
show The piece is in two acts and
ten scenes. There are songs in plen-
ty, all bright and tuneful and a large
beauty chorus. MIR Mul Clark and
Ben Turbett are two clever comedians
of note. Both the press and public
have been lavish in their praise of
these two artists. Lovey Marie
Greene, prima-donna of ability and
a beautiful woman, heads the feminine
part of the show Others in the cast
are Leona Thompson, Hilda Burton,
Flo Gillespie, William Marshall, James
Hunter and Joe Freed. This great
array of musical comedy artists will
start their riot of fun and music at
the Glover Opera House, Wednesday.
Nov. Both ADVERTISEMENT
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-16
. MORNING AT
THE HAIRDRESSER'S

doing something Notwithstanding
/ the future men and women she calls
it-and she's always studying for it,
and she absolutely hardly ever goes
out with me. She's awfully selfish
that way But I have to forgive her,
for, of course, when she doesn't go I
have the use of her things-and, work
ing as she does, she can have so many
lovely things that | personally could
hardly afford.
oh, aren't you going to run that
thing over my head any more? Why.
l thought that was the principal part
of the nt-eleetricity-and do
just love it, it's so nice and soothing
l could go to sleep! Just do it a while
longer. I'm sure my hair needs it.
On, what if there are other appoint
ments? Can't they wait while?
had to! Remember my whole course
depends upon this first treatment, so
you'd best make it thorough.
Now, don't comb it fussy-I detest
fussily dressed hair. Just neat and
simple and pretty. oh, mercy, not
like that! Why, that makes me look
just like an old maid! l want it COLL
ed and brought low in the back, in
three of those rolls, but not just like
shop girls wear them-I want some
thing original. No, l hate puffs,
they're all out of style,
L think / won't take the whole
course here, the assistants are too
impertinent! What's that: No, do
not expect to have a scalp treatment
and facial massage and my hair
dressed in the newest fashion, all for
fifty cents! think shall FIND some
one who is not so mercenary. Good
morning."
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-16
BY J. S. PEBBLES.

mo, my hair isn't really thin, as hair
goes" agreed the girl as she settled
herself in the hairdresser's chair and
helped tuck the white bib around her
neck. But it's so fine! 1t grows won.
derfully for curly hair-you know,
they say curly hair is never long-but
mine really is surprisingly long, if only
it would stay I'M You see, it comes
out dreadfully-I must have wonder
fully healthy scalp, or I'm sure I'd be
bald at the rate it comes out. except
for the rapidity of its growth!
"All l want these treatments for is
to make it stop falling out! Do you
think they'll do the work? l want to
try one or two first, and If they seem
to do me good, then III take the whole
course. So you see. you'd better give
me particularly good treatment this
time.
"My hair oily? No, never! Yes, 1t
may seem slightly so just now, for
I've been using a tonic that makes 1t
that way, but you ought to see it when
it's just washed It's so flufy-it
looks as If l had oceans of it-that's
one consolation. think it's better to
have fine hair and not have SO much,
but have it fluffy, than have coarse,
straight hair that never looks decent.
don't you? Oh, yours is straight, isn't
it? But then yours isn't very coarse,
is It? Most people haven't very fine
hair, have they? But then, l suppose
they have other redeeming features.
Il hope this tonic won't make my
hair greasy-I cant bear that! If it
does I'll never come again! Don't you
think you ought to rub it until it's dry?
I've heard that artificial dryers aren't
good for the hair. Well, well see by
the results. OF course, don't expect
impossibilities from this first treat
ment but it ought to tell little about
the final result.
"oh, is that little thing the same
you use for facial massage? l never
had facial massage-just run it over
my face, will you, so l can know how
it feels? Oh, isn't that delicious,
Just run it across my forehead a few
times, will you? You know, I'm get.
ting wrinkles in my forehead Did
you ever hear of such a thing in a per-
son of my age? ! know l worry a
great DEAL but that comes of having
such a conscientious disposition! I'm
always assuming responsibilities that
are really too heavy for my years, OF
course, you know I'm not bragging-I
truly don't think it's anything to brag
of do you-giving ones life to others
and using up ones vitality on little
things, when one should, l suppose,
keep all ones energies for ones own
affairs!
But, then, there are always some
who have to assume the burdens of
those who are selfish and who think
that they are to be kept for some big
work, without worry! My sister is
that way-she imagines that just be-
cause she teaches kindergarten she Is
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-16
Miss Myers Almost Frustrated.

Philadelphia, ov. 15.-The body of
Mrs. Elizabeth Myers, of Greensburg,
Pa, accidentally shot and killed by ner
daughter, while travelling on a rail-
road train near Bristol, Pa, was to-
night put on a train for Salem, Va
where interment will be made. A
grief-stricken family party accom-
panied the body to Virginia on the
train which left here shortly after
midnight. The daughter, Miss Eliza
beth Myers, is almost Frustrated.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-16
FLUFFY RUFFLES"
"ThG SWGGtmGat Unique"

Fluffy Ruffles, the sweetmeat
unique" This is the most widely ad-
yertised candy today and known the
world over for its superior quality,
especially made for those VINO demand
the best; each box composed of the
choicest Chocolates, Fruits, Honev,
Nuts and Creamerv Milk. If you want
or have the girl, this is the candy
Fluffy Ruffles. Sold only at the Wind
sor Pharmacy, Americas. Ga.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-16

Mr.. c. c. Youmans left yesterday on
visit to Vidalia While there he will
have the pleasure of seeing his broth
er, who has just come to Georgia on a
visit from Cuba. Mr.. Youmaus will
return to Americas Sunday night.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-16

LOST-One seven-months-old point
er pup; white with black specks and
black spot in center OF forehead. No
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-16

FARM FOR RENT-A farm of 465
acres 4 miles west of Americas,
known as the Kidd place, for sale or
rent at reasonable figure. The place
is well adapted to general crops or
stock raising. For further informa-
ton address J. c. Britton, Albany, Ga.
I6-1w-d&w
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-16

ALMOND CREAM, Camphor Ice Cold
Cream. All other cures for chaps.
Rembert's.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-16
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS,

New shipment of Rag Music at
Bells, the Jeweler.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-16

Mrs. T. NJ. Abbott returned to CO.
lumbus yesterday after visit to rel
atiyes in the city.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-16

FOR SALE-Ten or twelve Duroc
stock hogs; both male and female.
J. L. Glawson, Americas, Ga. 31-tf
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-16

Mrs. J. T. Bragg has returned from
from visit in New Decatur, Ala
accompanied by her daughter. Mrs
Bertha Parker.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-16

FOR RENT-Rooms suitable for
light housekeeping, or one furnished
room. Rev. ]. W. Stokes, 226 Taylor
81. Phone 374. I6-It
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-16

Miss Lucille McLendon. of Dawson,
Will arrive today to visit her cousin,
Miss Rosa McLendon, on Hancock av-
enue
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-16

WANTED - Men to learn barber
trade. An army of our graduates run
ming shops depending upon us for bar
bers. Many jobs waiting. Can't be
had elsewhere. Few weeks completes
Write today. Moler Barber College,
Atlanta, Ga.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-16

Mrs. Joseph Dickerson, of Atlanta
after visit here to her sister, Mrs
L. V. Huntington, left yesterday for
South Florida to spend some weeks
with relatives.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-16

We have about fifty-fiTe trunks to
close out for hall price. WarIick Bros,
Co.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-16

FOR RENT-Two unfurnished rooms
suitable for light housekeeping. Phone
$50. 16-4t
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-16

FOR RENT-Old Times Recorder
store, Forsyth street; possession given
January 1st Address y. !" Box 3S5.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-16

WATED-A position as overseer on
farm. Address, "Overseer," P. o.
Box S11. 1856
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-16

/ Mrs. Joseph Dickerson, of Atlanta
after visit here to her sister, Mrs
E. V. Huntington, left yesterday for
South Florida to spend some weeks
with relatives.
Outing Gowns, Ladies' and Child.
ren's Paiamas, Children's Sleeping
Garments. Warlick Bros. Co., Lamar
( st.
Misses Flossie Eason and Ruth
Stewart, of Ellaville, were visitors
in Americas yesterday.
Mr.. L. c. Bennett came up yester-
day from Albany. having spent the
day in the city.
By Saturdays express big shipment
of Ladies' Goats and Suits. Prices re.
duced. Warliek Bros. Co., Lamar st.
Mr.. and Mrs. J. F. Wright, of Par
rott, Ga, are guests of Mr.. and Mrs.
J. W. Harris for a week at their home
on Fielder street
Mr.. J. E. Denham, of Americas, has
gone to Cleveland, Ohio, to spend some
time with relatives.
Try Everwear Ho sery for men
women and children, 25c to 75c. Every
pair guaranteed w. ]. JOSEY.
3-2w
MIR. George D. McEachern, was
among the Atlantans spending yester-
day in Americas
Rev. J. w Stokes, of the Presbyte-
rian church here, filled an appoint
ment at the Smithville church last
evening.
500 Shapes and Ready-to-W Wear Hats
just received. Don't fail to see them
at Pearlmans. 1876
Mr.. William J. Thornton returned
yesterday from an extended business
trip to South Georgia.
4
Mrs. NJ. NJ. Lowrey has gone to Daw-
son upon a brief visit to relatives
there.
Mrs R. H. Hearn, of Andersonyille
is the guest for a few days of Mrs.
ELAN Mauk at her residence on Bar
low street.
Miss Lorene Kendrick, the guest
of her sister, Mrs Douglas Mayes,
returned yesterday to her home in
Tennille.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-16

WANTED-Several hundred BUSH
els OF corn in the shuck. Henry !.
Bagley. 15-5t
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-16

FOR SALE-Gas stove with elevated
oven comparatively new. Apply I'll
Jefferson st. If
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-16
Those Who Come and Go
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

Wedding Gifts at Daniels, The Jew
eler.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-16

FOR SALE-Family buggy horse. H.
Nj. Bird Phone 655. 12-1w
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-16

SHELINE ROOFING-Best made;
lime, cement and brick. Hamil. 1t
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-16

Mrs. W. P. Harwell and daughter,
Mrs. John Vance, of Fort Valley. are
guests Of Mrs. S. c. Mathews, at her
residence on Lee street.
If you consider style and quality
when buying Ladies Ready.tO- Wear in.
Spect our line. We guarantee to save
you money. Warlick Bros. Co, La
mar st.
Mrs. A. C. Davis returned to Macon
yesterday, after a visit of a few days
/ in Americas.
| Mr.. J. W. Ware came up yesterday
from Dawson. having spent the day
in Americas.
/ Plumes, Feathers and all kinds of
trimmings; a large assortment cheap.
at Pearlman's. 15-3t
Miss Floy Oliver, of Plains, was
the guest of friends while visiting in
Americas yesterday.
The greatest array of Beavers and
Pushes, Ready-to-Wear hats ever
shown under one roof will sell at half
price. Pearlmans. 15-3t
I Messrs. E. S. McFadden and P. 3.
Dexter, of Columbus, were in Ameri-
Gus yesterday.
/ 200 Beavers and Pushes just re-
ceived; they are beauties and will sell
at half price, at Pearlman's. 15-3t
/ Mrs. John d. Pope, the guest of her
sister. Miss Lula Hay. returned to
Albany yesterday.
Mrs. W. H. c. Dudley left yesterday
for Atlanta where she will spend some
time with relatives and friends.
Miss Louise Crockett has gone 20
Atlanta upon visit of two weeks to
friends
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-16

KALo digests everything you eat;
cures sick headache or sour belch
Rembert's.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-16

WANTED-A few gentlemen board
ers; good meals served; close in.
Phone 271 I4-3t
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-16

Outing Gowns, Ladies' and Child.
ren's Paiamas, Children's Sleeping
Garments. Warlick Bros. Co., Lamar
st.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-16

FOR RENT-Furnished room; all
conveniences; close in. Phone 592.
Att
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-16

LOST-Locket and chain with IS
w" ON it If found return to T. B.
Westbrook and get reward. 14-St
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-16

Mrs. W. P. Harwell and daughter,
Mrs. John Vance, of Fort Valley. are
guests of Mrs. S. c. Mathews. at her
residence on Lee street.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-16

Misses Flossie Eason and Ruth
Stewart, of Ellaville, were visitors
in Americas yesterday.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-16

Mr.. L. c. Bennett came up yester-
day from Albany, having spent the
day in the city
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-16

If you consider style and quality
when buying Ladies Ready.tO-W Wear in.
spect our line. We guarantee to save
you money. Warliek Bros. Co, La
mar st.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-16

Miss Lorene Kendrick, the guest
of her sister, Mrs. Douglas Mayes,
returned yesterday to her home in
Tennille.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-16

By Saturdays express big shipment
of Ladies' Goats and Suits. Prices re.
duced. Warliek Bros. Co., Lamar st.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-16

Mr. J. w Ware came up yesterday
from Dawson, having spent the day
in Americas.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-16

Mrs. A. C. Davis returned to Macon
yesterday, after visit of a few days
in Americas.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-16

Mr.. and Mrs. j. F. Wright, of Par
rott, Ga, are guests of Mr.. and Mrs.
j. w. Harris for a week at their home
on Fielder street
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-16

Plumes, Feathers and all kinds OF
trimmings; large assortment cheap.
at Pearlman's. 15-3t
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-16

Mrs. R. H. Hearn, of Andersonyille,
is the guest for a few days of Mrs.
Elan Mauk at her residence on Bar
low street.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1912-06-17

ean te sized Haan e comes b ndai
itv z s heavy ana regular bearer.
ana one That stands a the head ol ,he
price iist in the New York market.
EVERYTHING considered. think II has
no equal says writer ~ en ex-
change IL had lew acres OF it
and oi the tWenty.ounce Z 9ould leel
independent as far ais income is CON
cerned. The Alexander is another
profitable apple with me. The qnaHty
IS not So good As some others. but its
enormous size ana beautiful appear
anee make It very desirable sort III
New York. Some few barrels that /
had last ten sold al s575. The MAI
den Blush. the FAN Pippin and the
Wealthy are all very good and profit
able. The Pewaukee ia with me
very good paying variety 1t ripens
in late fall or early winter and is
very haEdy and productive. have 15
trees from which ] picked over 100
barrels last fall. and these sold most
ly AZ $425 q barrel.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1912-06-17
BEES ARE LACKING IN TEXAS
Hundreds Of Tons 81 Honey Lost &c.
cause Business Is Being Neglect
cd BY the Farmers.

Texas Is losing hundreds Of tons Of
honey every year for the simple rea-
son that the bee business in this state
Is being neglected. All the sweets
Of the blossoms that bloom in the tan.
gled growth along every creek and
river bottom are being wasted be-
cause there are no bees to gather
them All tho clover blossoms Of the
meadows and lawns are useless 10
mankind on account Of the lack OF
bees to convert them into honey. For
the same reason the flowers that deck
the creepers ard other vegetation Of
the forests might IS well aeyer bud.
IN speaking Of the matter, II. p.
Attwater an Industrial agent, said:
Every farmer and fruit grower
should have bees They win perform
important work in connection with
the fertilization OF fruit blossoms and
should be associated with every or
chard. There is no excuse for not
having them They work for nothing
and board themselves and seem to be
glad Of the chance to be Of service.
While most Of the timbered parts
Of Texas are we'll adapted for the bee
business, the climatic and other con.
ditians Of the coast counties are par.
ticularly suitable for successful bee
Keeping. In this section some OF the
best honey-producing shrubs and
plants grow IN abundance and during
the blossoming period Of the white
clover alone now coming into bloom.
many tons Of the best honey will be
wasted daily simply because there are
not hees enough to gather IT, In aII
the river and creek bottom lands
many square miles Of tangled growth
Of natural vines, creepers and other
vegetation will bloom during the next
months and great quantities. Of honey
will be lost for the same reason. Bee
keepire should be included IN The new
settlers calculations and can be cas-.
ily and prodtably eenneeied wHh
other farm operations. particularly
dairying poniisy, hog raising frmi
and truck growing
Although West Texas has the big
reputation for bee keeping. there ere
also a humber of places ID Southeast
Texas and the coast country where
bees have been successfully KEPT for
many years. and honey from Beau.
mont Grunge Liberty. Cleveland
Wharton and other places along the
Texas and New Orleans railroad has
a great reputation on The market
Honey vinegar IS the best and purest
Of vinegar and can be easily made
by any one one pint Of honey making
several gallons ] consider Il imnort.
ant al this particular time to call at. I
tentlon to this important and neg
lected industry and the opportunities
it affords"