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Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-03-26

Savannah, Ga, March 25.-Goyern-
ors galore, United States senators not
a few, congressman from several states
railroad men of prominence, high de-
partment officials from Washington,
engineers of international fame, state
commissioners of agriculture from
probably all the southern states, to-
gether with hundreds of business men
of large affairs, will gather at Savan-
nah April 1925, in one of the most
important conventions of the year, that
of the National Drainage congress.
whose sole purpose is the stimulation
Of public interest in the draining of
the great swamp areas and lowlands of
the country.
Naturally this congress is of supreme
Importance to the south, and more es-
pecially to the chain of states extend
ing from the Potomac to the Rio
Grande, each of which has within its
borders many hundreds of thousands
of acres Of rich lands which, if re.
claimed, will yield the largest crops
known in the worlds history. Already
great works along this line are under
way in North Carolina. In Georgia
the drainage of the Okefenokee swamp
has engaged attention for some years,
while the vast projects having as their
object the drainage of the Everglades
lit Florida have centered the attention
of engineers, land promoters, COLOMBIA
ton agents and leaders of agricul-
tural development upon that state. In
Florida, Georgia, and probably other
coast states of the south, neighborhood
drainage projects are also under way
that will bring into cultivation consid-
cradle sections Of now improbable and
unhealthy land. South Carolina, Ala
bama, Mississippi and Louisiana all
have their great drainage problems
and the delegates from those states
will naturally be interested parti9;
pants in the discussions at this third
congress devoted to drainage work
The seven hundred or more dele
gates and guests of the congress will
be cordially entertained by the NUM-
cipality of Savannah and it's BUSINESS
men. A sea trip on an ocean steam
ship, an inspection of the strong coast
defense Notifications at Fort Screven
on Tybee Island, with a dress parade
of the garrison and military concert,
and fish dinner, will be among the
features arranged for them. For the
general public a magnificent floral pa
rade, the first ever held in Georgia,
and other popular amusements are be-
ing arranged In appreciation Of the
importance of the congress and its
work to the south, all railroads have
granted the cheapest rates possible
for the occasion giving the delegates
and visitors from a week to ten days
stay in Savannah.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-03-26
Tax Notice.

l am instructed to close my books
for state and county taxes for the year
1914 on May the first, and to report
all those who have not made returns
as defaulters. Please make your re-
turns at an early date, and oblige
JNO T. H DWELL,
Tax Receiver Sumter Co., Ga.
18-1m
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-03-26
SOFT, SMOOTH SKIN

Seems odd to talk about smooth
skin when this weather has been
spoiiing everybody's hands, making
them rough and unsightly.
But we have helped lot of people
to keep their hands smooth, well and
comfortable, no matter how badly
they were chapped before
1t only takes a few words u ell you
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-03-26
HOST Of PUBLIC MEN
WILL GATHER At THIS
DRAINAGE CONGRESS
Southern Coast States viii
Haze Governors On Hand

Commissioners of Agriculture, Officials
From Washington and Leading Men
of Affairs to Discuss Great Problems
of Draining SOuth'S Waste Lands
viii be Delightfully."- Entertained by
City of Savannah for Three Days.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-03-26

We have Just received a fresh ship
ment of Fishing Tackle, including the
best selections known to the buying
public. Call in and see our display.
HlghtOwer's Book Store.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-03-26

Mr.. M. NJ. Jennings, one Of Plains
well known merchants, was here yes
terday upon business.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-03-26

Mr.. and Mrs, Hugh Ferguson came
up from DeSoto in their car yesterday,
spending the day shopping in Ameri-
Gus.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-03-26

We have a well-selected line Of
Framed Pictures that we are offering
at special prices. Amy size and an!
price that you might wish, HightOwer''
Book Store
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-03-26

Mrs. Seaborn Williams and niece,
Miss Stewart, of Ellayille, were visit
ors spending yesterday here, where
Mrs. Williams formerly resided.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-03-26

Mr. and Mrs. King Stillman came in
their car from Preston yesterday
spending the day pleasantly with
friends here
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-03-26

Mrs. Joseph Bryan and little daugh
ter, Dorothy, have gone to Lumpkiu
to spend several days as guests of
Mrs. James Humber.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-03-26

Mr.. Dupont Query returned Il
Montezuma yesterday after a business
visit in Americas, where he formerl5
resided
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-03-26
New Wool Goods

Light weight and swell up-to-date
weaves and cOlOrs.
Botany Imperial Serges .....$ .65 Yd
Botany Imp. Serge, very fine. LOO Yd
Silk Frosted Wool Crepes .... $50 Yd
New Novelty Brocades ...... LOO Yd
Above are SO to A inches
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-03-26

w. B. Harris, of Griffin, was a well
known visitor spending yesterday in
Americas on business
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-03-26

Mr.. and Mrs, ]. H. Porter, of Macon,
are spending several days pleasantly
in Americas, where they arrived yes
terday
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-03-26

Mr. w. G. Martin, we'll known cit
izen of Leesburg, was among the visit
ors here yesterday.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-03-26

Col H. Augustus Harris came Vii
yesterday from his estate near Lees
burg, to get a line upon the news OF
the day and mingle with veterans OF
his former residence here.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-03-26

! Mrs. Samuel Williamson, VINO TOT d
month has ben i'll in Columbus san
atorium, will return to Americas to-
day, her health very greatly improV-
led.
w. B. Harris, of Griffin, was well
known visitor spending yesterday IN
| Americas on business.
Mr.. and Mrs, ]. H. Porter, of Macon,
are spending several days pleasantly
in Americas, where they arrived yes
terday
i We have a well selected line Of
Framed Pictures that we are Offering
at special prices. Any size and any
price that you might wish. HightOW-
er's Book Store.
j w White Tinsley came from Augusta
yesterday, spending the day here up
on business.
John S. Hoge was a we'll known Ma
CONAN spending yesterday in the south
Georgia capital.
William N. Jackson, of Atlanta, was
in the city yesterday, called here upon
business.
Did you say Sporting Goods! Yes,
we have them; full and complete line
Of every kind. HightOWer's Book Store.
| Mr.. and Mrs. W. L. Cheatham, of Ma
con, are visitors in Americas, coming
yesterday afternoon upon a visit of a
! few days.
Church Bergman, he of the peren-
NAL audible smile that shakes the
squirrels out of the trees, came from
prosaic Macon yesterday.
John S. Burnett, well known citi-
zen of Fort Gaines, was a visitor in
Americas yesterday.
c. w Steedman was one of the score
of Atlantans spending yesterday in the
city.
! We have a well selected line of
Framed Pictures that we are Offering
at special prices. ANY size and any
price that you might wish. HightOW.
ers Book Store.
| A D. McMichael, one of Marion
county's well known citizens, came
over yesterday from Buena Vista
]. E. Archer, of Augusta, was in the
city yesterday, among the many bust
ness visitors here.
Mr.. Dupont Guerry returned 30
Montezuma yesterday after a business
visit in Americas, where he formerly
resided.
We have a well-selected line of
Framed Pictures that we are offering
at special prices. Amy size and any
price that you might wish. HightOwer's
Book Store
Col. H. Augustus Harris came UP
yesterday from his estate near Lees
burg, to get line upon the news of
the day and mingle with veterans of
his former residence here.
Mr.. w. G. Martin, we'll known cit
izen of Leesburg, was among the visit
ors here yesterday
Mr.. and Mrs. King Stillman came in
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-03-26
Those Who Come and Go
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New line Mesh Bags and Yanities. >.
A. Daniels, the Jeweler. adVt
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-03-26

New line Beads; all shades. Bell,
the JeWeler. adYt
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-03-26


The many friends of Mrs George
w. Bacot, who has come from Charles
ton upon a pleasant visit here, extend
a cordial greeting. She is the guest of
Mrs. Frank Harold.
Mrs. Henry Lanier is spending a few
days in Albany with her mother, Mrs.
w. H. Gilbert.
Mr.. 2. A. Bolton and daughter, Mrs
T. A. McElreath, and children, of Chi
.cago, are visiting Messrs. J. S. and j.
F. Bolton.
Miss Marie Walker was among the
several fair representative of Amer
icus attending the Pythian banquet III
Montezuma last night
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-03-26

We have a well selected line Of
Framed Pictures that we are Offering
at special prices. Any size and any
price that you might wish. HightOw-
er's Book Store.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-03-26

j. E. Archer, of Augusta, was in the
city yesterday, among the many bust
ness visitors here
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-03-26

Mrs. Samuel Williamson, who for a
month has ben i'll in a Columbus san
atorium, will return to Americas to-
day, her health very greatly improV'
ed.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-03-26

A D. McMichael, one of Marion
countys well known citizens, came
over yesterday from Buena Vista.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-03-26

We have a well selected line of
Framed Pictures that we are Offering
at special prices. Amy size and any
price that you might wish. HightOW.
er,s Book Store.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-03-26
New Cotton
Fabrics

All the new weayes are shown here
in the seasons SWEETEST things.
Imported Crepe Ratine Novel
Ces .................. Sl.0U NE
Imported Crepe Ratine Plaids 1.50. va
Imported Ratine Flakes and
Plaids, soc and ............ rs Yd
Imported Ratine Checks and
Stripes ................ 100 Yd
Imported Ratine Checks .... $50 Yd
You should drop in and see the above
if You want classy, up~tO-the-minute
fabrics for spring wear.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-03-26

c. w Steedman was one of the score
of Atlantans spending yesterday in the
city.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-03-26

w White Tinsley came from Augusta
yesterday, spending the day here up,
on business.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-03-26

Mr.. and Mrs. w. L. Cheatham, of Ma
con, are visitors in Americas, coming
yesterday afternoon upon visit of a
few days.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-03-26

John S. Burnett, a we'll known citi-
zen of Fort Gaines, was a visitor in
Americas yesterday
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-03-26

Church Bergman, he of the peren-
NAL audible smile that shakes the
squirrels out of the trees, came from
prosaic Macon yesterday.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-03-26

William N. Jackson, of Atlanta, was
in the city yesterday, called here upon
business.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-03-26

John S. Hoge was well known Ma
CONAN spending yesterday in the south
Georgia capital.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-03-26

Lisle Crepes, Plain, all colors $3.50 va
Lisle Crepes, Stripes, all colors CSC YG
Crepes in Novelty Patterns
all colors ..................2 5e YG
Crepes in Embroidered Effects Csc Y6
Crepes in Plains and Fig
ures .................. .25c Yd
Crepes in New Rope Cords Csc YG
Crepes in Swell Weaves White Csc YG
Ratines in Frosted Effects Csc Y6
Ratines in Stripes and Plain Use Y6
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-03-26

Did you say Sporting Goods? Yes
we have them; full and complete line
Of every kind. HightOWer's Book Store
The Union times. [volume] (Union, S.C.) 1894-1918, 1914-05-29
HEVVING ONLY KNOWS.

Has a fly bone in his leg?
Does a fly ever lay an egg?
Does the mother fly cry
When the baby flies die?
What's the answer to this, I beg
The Union times. [volume] (Union, S.C.) 1894-1918, 1914-05-29
Union Man Promoted.

While all the Union county bows
have and are making successes in
life, those who have sought homes in
far-distant lands have prospered and
are in the communities in which they
live considered leaders of men, but
there is one whose career we have
watched with special interest. This
man is Mr.. j. Lee CAN'T, a son of
Mr.. l.. j. Gault, one of Union coun-
ty's most substantial planters, and a
brother to Mr.. Jos. H. Gault, one
of Unions leading and wealthiest
citizens. Lee Gault was born 33
years ago near Kelton in what is
known as the Pea Ridge section, and
eight miles from Union. He, pre-
ferring home surroundings and envir-
onmentS, has lived in Union county
practically al Ibis life His first work
after leaving home was in the audi
tors Office at Union under John G..
Farr. From there he accepted a po-
sition with the Mutual Dry Goods
Company at Buffalo as salesman in
the grocery department. From there
he was promoted to bookkeeper, in
which capacity he served creditably
and satisfactorily for a number of
years, when he was made manager
of the concern, where he served ac-
ceptably until 1909 when he returned
to Union to engage in business for
himself, later closing out his business
to Mr.. J. D. Collins, a wholesale
merchant in Spartanburg, to accept a
position at Enoree in Spartanburg
county as bookkeeper for the mill
company store. After filling that po-
sltlon in a very satisfactory man.
ner for some time, he resigned to ac-
cept a more lucrative position with
the Southern railway as auditor on
a passenger train, running from At
lanta to Washington and by his pleas
ing personality and strictly attentive
ness to business esoon won the con-
fidence and esteem of the road of
ficials, and was considered one of the
most popular and trusted employees
of the road, and was much regretted
that he was forced to resign owing
to his wife's declining health. He
then returned to South Carolina and
accepted the position that he former
ly held at Enoree as bookkeeper,
which he filled until recently when
ne was again promoted to, the respon.
sible position as general manager of
the Enoree Manufacturing Company
store, one among the largest and
most successful mill stores in Spar
tanburg county. His many friends
in Union and throughout the county
will be glad to learn of his promo
tion, and one with such exemplary
habits and possessed with such ex-
cellent business qualifications his
friends predict for him a bright and
successful future. A Friend.
The Union times. [volume] (Union, S.C.) 1894-1918, 1914-05-29

SPECIAL CUT PRICES.
Roller bearing and plain bearing
Skates, all sizes, to be sold at cut
prices for one week. Come and get
picking choice.
If you need a tire for an auto
mobile or bicycle we have same in
stock and can get you ready to go
on short notice.
w. NEWELL SMITH
AUTO COMPANY
UNION, s. C.
Phone 1S9-146.
The Union times. [volume] (Union, S.C.) 1894-1918, 1914-05-29
Absolutely PGsre

tween two of my most intimate
friends; one of them said that olo
Iillman went back on the party and
that he knew exactly when to make
the desertion. The other agreeing
with him and from all appearances,
they had been talking "John Barley
corn" They were eating dinner and
sat very near me, but were so busy
eating and talking they did not see
me. One said, "He promised to be
hands off in the governors race, but
ne failed to keep his promise" While
they were talking 1 could but think
what predicament one or two or
traying his confidence and the news
probably more had got him in by be-
being circulated over the State. he
was compelled to take the stand he
did to call us wandering sheep back
to the fold. 1 have seen great monu-
ments erected to grand and noble men
having held high positions. laboring
for the best interests of their country
and the thought occurred to me that
the people were looking forward to
their best interests and of the country
when they put the best men those
deserving praise to represent us, and
now, kind reader, 1 know it is time
enough yet, but let us be thinking
and considering the best and the most
competent men to represent us in all
branches, whether they be friends or
foes, Our every day existence de-
mands it of us. pike
The Union times. [volume] (Union, S.C.) 1894-1918, 1914-05-29
William Wallace Chapter Meets.

The William Wallace chapter of the
U. ID. c. held the last meeting of the
summer on Monday afternoon, May
10Th, at the home of Mrs. Evelina
Rice, on Mountain street. A large
and enthusiastic number of members
were present. Three readings were
given by Mrs. Evelina Rice Mrs. O.
l. p. Jackson and Mrs. j. d. Arthur
and each paper was carefully pre-
pared and much enjoyed by the chap
Ter. Several new members were
welcomed into membership and Mrs.
Maria Boyd was elected an hon
orary member. This meeting was
converted into an experience meet
ing and the sisters told amusing
stories of the ways they had made
money for "Shiloh". One sold sweet
peas, one milk and butter; one shaved
her husband (brave MANI and many
other ways just as good. Ten dollars
was collected.
The election of officers resulted in
the election of the old officers: Mrs.
+. M. Farr, president; Mrs. Davis
Jeffries, 1st vice president; Mrs. w.
=. Thomson, End vice president; Mrs.
L.. j. Hames, secretary and treas
urer, Mrs. ]. Frost Walker, Jr., his
torian.
. At the close of the meeting de-
licious iced tea and pimento sand
wiches were served by Mrs. Rice and
her daughter, Mrs. Beverly Lewis.
The Union times. [volume] (Union, S.C.) 1894-1918, 1914-05-29
CONCERNING CLEAN LIVING.
Modern Sanitation is CROWN

Modern Sanitation is Growing
Good.
No man or woman can perform full
duty to themselves or to others un-
less they keep themselves clean with
in.
An upset liver or sluggish kidneys
will spoil your work and worth.
Regularly take CARSWELL'S LIV-
ER-AID and you will be new be-
ing in this climate for it will cleanse
your system as soap will cleanse your
hands
CARSWELL'S LIVER-AID takes
the place of calomel-takes it's place
excepting the AFTER effects.
1t generally acts RIGHT NOW on
the liver and kidneys and eliminates
the poisons and accumulations.
Results-internal cleanliness and
by means of pure VEGETABLE
compound.
No danger, no discomfort
On sale at The Milhous Drug Co
in so cent bottles. Purchase price
refunded in full if you wish it. But
you won't, when you try this scien-
tific remedy.
The Union times. [volume] (Union, S.C.) 1894-1918, 1914-05-29

London "Tango" Necklace; "Evelyl
Thaw" Bracelet.
The Union times. [volume] (Union, S.C.) 1894-1918, 1914-05-29
PLEASANT WAY TO
STOP CONSTIPATION.
DodsOn's Liver Tone Takes the Place
of Disagreeable Calomel and its
Often Dangerous After
Effects.

You probably know that ralomel is
poison, a form of mercury. yery
dangerous to a great many people
and sometimes causing disagreeable
after-effects for nearly everyone who
tries it.
Dodson's Liver Tone is recon-
mended as a perfectly safe and re-
liable remedy to take the place of
calomel. This is exactly what it is
made for and has been made for ever
since the first bottle was put up and
sold. ~ "
Dodson's Liver Tone is pretty wide
ly initiated. But be careful to Judge
between the loud boasts of the imi-
tators and the plain truth of the
original.
Dodson's Liver Tone is sold am
guaranteed by The Milhous Drug CO
who will refund purchase price (5Oc)
instantly with smile if YOU are in
any way dissatisfied.
Dodson's Liver Tone is a palatable
vegetable liquid. Its action is easv
and natural, with no grips, no pain
and the after-effects are pleasant in
stead of disagreeable. Dodson's
Liver Tone does not interfere with
your regular duties, habits and diet
but builds and strengthens instead of
weakening you or "knocking YOU all
out" for days. Try Dodson's and feel
petter and brighter, as thousands
The Union times. [volume] (Union, S.C.) 1894-1918, 1914-05-29
PINCKNEY TOWNSHIP

Pinckney Township, May 25.-As I
have not seen anything from this i'm
mediate section of Pinckney township
lately, thought would drop a few
lines. Of course all are familiar with
the extreme dry weather, but I will
say that in the last day or two there
has been little change in the cotton;
1T is coming up more in vacant places.
The cool weather had more to do with
bad stands than the lack of moisture.
A great many people say thew have
never seen anything like this but they
have simply forgotten. During my
life the same things have occurred
very often. I feel blue sometimes
but one of the most foolish things is
to- grumble about~ things we cannot
help. In discouraging times like this
l have concluded that if everything
worked out all right, would never
again be uneasy.
Mr. Editor, since some little gath
erings of the citizens in different
places, especially in the capitol city.
Ihave noted change. We people that
have been misled from misrepresen-
tation or prejudice or probably from
false ideas, are becoming to consider
the circumstances-in other words we
are thinking of coming back into the
fold again. Of course we fear "guy-
ing" but if that is left off and we can
get in quietly, there are a great many
of us coming back. I had the pleas
ure of hearing conversation be-
The Union times. [volume] (Union, S.C.) 1894-1918, 1914-05-29
WHY is UNION FIRM?
Because Its Citizens Have Learned
the Truth.

After reading this generous and en-
couraging report from Mr.. Tracy
thosHyho have the misfortune to suf-
- ~ he did, will naturally long to
Mar RELIEF But to get the
good as ND Tracy had, you
should get the same remedy. There
are of course, other kidney pills but
there are no other kidney pills the
same as Doan's. That is why Union
people demand the genuine.
w. T. Tracy, 81 S. Pinckney St.,
Union S. c., says: "I took Doan's
Kidney Pills, when suffering from
backache and other troubles caused
by weak kidneys. I got complete re-
lief. recommend this remedy as be-
ing just as represented"
For sale by all dealers. Price SO
cents. Foster-Milburn Co., Buffalo,
New York, sole agents for the United
States.
Remember the name-Doan's--a
take no other.
The Union times. [volume] (Union, S.C.) 1894-1918, 1914-05-29
FREE! FREE.

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These two beautiful pieces of pop-
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Very stylish and attractive.
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