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Valdez daily prospector., 1916-11-17
GETS AN ORDER
 FOR A RECOUNT SCULLY IS BADLY DISSATISFIED Democratic Candidate for Congress from Third District of New Jersey Alleges Returns of Recent Election Were False.
SCULLY IS BADLY DISSATISFIED

FREEHOLD, N. J., Nov. IT, Thomas J. Scully, the Democratic candidate for Congressman from the Third Congressional District in this state and the present incumbent, who was defeated in the recent election on the face of the returns, has secured an order from the Supreme Court for a recount of the vote for the Congress sional District. Scully alleges the re- turns were Cooked" by his oppon- ents to defeat him and that on re- count he will carry the district.
Valdez daily prospector., 1916-11-17
RUSHING WORK
 ON CUBE MINE BUILDING

Word received from the Cube Mine states that Charles Crawford who has the contract for erecting the large mill building on the property is rushing the work and the roof will be on in less than a week. The build ing is 28x12S feet and will be one of the best on the Sound.
 Considering the wet, sloppy weath- CT MT. Crawford is making excel lent time on the building and will rush it to completion.
Valdez daily prospector., 1916-11-17
WOMEN ID WORK
 ON sTREETlCARS
POLICE PREFECT AUTHORIZES
Women to Succeed Men on Paris Tramways-BOard to Supervise the Distribution and Use Of Food- stuffs in France.

PARIS, Nov. 17.-Tne Prefect O. Police has authorized the employ ment of women on street cars in the city to replace men who will serve in the army General Fallieres Will preside at the head of the Food Su- pervision board which will institute a series of war economies in the dis tribution and use of food supplies.
Valdez daily prospector., 1916-11-17
Intermittent Activity in Balkans.

PETROGRAD, Nov. 17-Intermit- tent activity marks the campaign in the southwestern front, near the cities of Stokhcd and Brezzany, in the Carpathians. Military experts believe the Rumanian crisis is past and that the combined forces will be able to hold the Germans in check through the winter months. Falken- hayn has been checked by fierce fight ing on the Campalung and the Ru- manians have been successful in number of counter attacks.
Valdez daily prospector., 1916-11-17
Battle Is Still On.

LONDON, Nov. 17.-General Haig reports heavy fighting in progress along a six-mile front covered by the Franco-British troops, and that there is considerable shelling along a front of 60 miles. The British are consol- idating their recent gains under ter rible onslaughts by the Germans.
Valdez daily prospector., 1916-11-17
FUNERAL SERVICES BE
 HELD SUNDAY AFTERNOON

Funeral services over the remains of the late James Doggett will be held Sunday afternoon at 1 o'clock in Eagle hall. The services will be held under the auspices of the Eagles of which lodge the deceased was a member, and the interment will take place in the local cemetery
Valdez daily prospector., 1916-11-17
VOn Mackensen Retreating.

PETROGRAD. Nov. 1.-The war office states that advices from Do- brudja are to the effect that the Teu- tons under General Von Mackensen are still in retreat. and are firing all the villages through which they pass.
Valdez daily prospector., 1916-11-17
Germans Make Heavy Attack.

PARIS, Nov. 17.-A war office re- port states that the Germans have concentrated 6O,O00 troops and are hurling attack after attack on the French positions on the Somme front in the vicinity of Rairmain. but have been repulsed. The fighting is still in progress.
Valdez daily prospector., 1916-11-17
Snow Covers BattlefieIds.

LONDON, Nov. 17.-Advices from the Balkan front state that snow is falling in the Carpathians, and Do- brudje, hampering the movements of troops. Rome also reports that snow is falling on the Trentino front.
Valdez daily prospector., 1916-11-17
WILSON'S LEAD IS CUT
 IN NEW MEXICO

SANTA FEE, N. M., Nov. 17.-The latest figures given out by the offi- cials show that Hughes has made a gain of 435 over the unofficial fig ures given out. and Wilson has gain ed 24S. Wilson's lead is now placed at 187 votes.
Valdez daily prospector., 1916-11-17
King Wires Congratulations.

LONDON, Nov. liking George
 has wired his congratulations and
 those of the English nation for the signal successes accomplished along the Somme frontier during the recent fighting.
Valdez daily prospector., 1916-11-17
NOTICE TO OWNERS OF
 FIRE ExTTNGUISHERS

All persons having hand fire ex- ed free of expense by bringing them to the City Hall and turning them in to MT. Graham who will see that they are put in shape for service. He will be ready to recharge them on and after Monday next.
Valdez daily prospector., 1916-11-17

The launch Pathfinder came in last evening from westward Sound points after a very rough voyage. It is re- ported that several of the launches bound to various points on the sound are tied up at Glacier island waiting for the storm to subside.
Valdez daily prospector., 1916-11-17
Lynx Skins Becoming Popular.

IyM SkmS b0cOmInB rOPuIar'
 Our Chicago correspondent informs
 us that lynx skins will be much worn |this winter and that better prices are prevailing in those furs. As there |are numerous lynxes in this vicinity our trappers can make a bit of money
 out of the change in styles.
Valdez daily prospector., 1916-11-17
Yacht Cypress Is Nearly Wrecked.

Yacht Cypress Is Nearly Wrecked.
 NEW YORK, Nov. 16.-The pri- vate yacht Cyprus. formerly owned by Col. D. c. Jackfing. but now pos sessed by c. c. Willis. the automo- bile manufacturer, broke her steer ing gear and would have been wreck ed Hell Gate but for a passing tug which succeeded in getting a line aboard. TT" '-i '.
Valdez daily prospector., 1916-11-17
Henry Ford's Son Weeds

DETROIT, Nov. 17.-Edsel Ford only son of Henry Ford, Detroit au' tomobile manufacturer, has beer married here to Miss Eleanor Clay a niece of the late Joseph L. Hud' son. millionaire dry goods merchant The marriage took place at the home of the bride.
Valdez daily prospector., 1916-11-17
FRENCH AND STREAMS MAKE
 GAINS SOUTH OF MONAST|R

DURING HEAVY \ RIFIC DRIVE AND CAPTURE MOUNTAIN POSITIONS 4 MILES MONAsTIR-sOfIA LOss-KING DERs CONGRA TUIATIONs GENERAL HAIG-HEAvY FIGHr. ING IN VICINITY OF ANCRE-voN MACkENsEN RETRIEVING FIRING VILLAGES.
Valdez daily prospector., 1916-11-17

be gainsaid. A strong effort will be made to force the Germans back into their own territory before spring
Valdez daily prospector., 1916-11-17

The Fort Liscum Social Club will give a big dance tonight. Everybody invited.
Valdez daily prospector., 1916-11-17

Watson Passes Juneau.
 The steamer Admiral Watson pass ed Juneau at g p. m. Nov. 16, and is expected to arrive here some time Sunday ," -'.'> '~
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Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1916-08-09
FOR sOLICITOR-GENERAL
For Solicitor General.

| hereby announce myself for nomi-
nation as the candidate for the
Office of Solicitor General of the South
Western judicial Circuit, in the Demo
cratic primary election on Sept. 18th.
1916, subject to the rules of said pri-
mary election.
If nominated and elected it shall be
my constant purpose and ambition TO
discharge the duties of the Office
faithfully, fairly, vigorously ami
promptly, and in manner to inspire
confidence in the office; and so far as
the Office of Solicitor General is con-
cerned to at all times uphold and
maintain the integrity. dignity and
purity of the court.
1t is my desire to see each voter of
the circuit before the primary, but in
the event l do not, 1 do now ask the
vote and support of each person in the
circuit Respectfully,
WARE G. MARTIN.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1916-08-09
FOR CONGRESS.

To the Voters Of the Third Congress
ional District:
/ hereby respectfully announce nv
candidacy for reelection as your Rep
resentative in the Sixty-Fifth (65thl
Congress, subject to the primary to be
held on September 18th.
During the short time | have been
your congressman, have sincerely en-
deavored to serve you faithfully, and
If my efforts and record meet with
your approval, will feel greatly hon
ored and profoundly grateful If you
will give NE your support in the COM
ing election. Congress has been in al
most continuous session since you
elected me, and duty required me to
stay here, which prevented me from
visiting you as often as I wished. The
Ways and Means committee is now
daily working on a revenue measure;
being on that committee, 1 must re-
main here until the new tax law Ia
passed. AS soon as Congress adjourns.
or before then, if public business will
permit me to leave, I expect to canvass
the District, meet the people personal
ly and talk to them face to face, both
Individually and on the stump.
If reelected, / promise to discharge
the duties of the great Office with fidel-
ity and to the best of my ability.
From the depths of my heart, I
thank you for your past kindness to
me. Cordially yours
CHARLES r. CRISP.
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DOUBLY PROVEN
AMERICUS READERS CAN NO LONG,
Err DOUBT THE EVIDENCE.

This Americas citizen testified long
ago.
Told Of quick relief-of undoubted
benefit.
The facts are now confirmed.
Such testimony is compleete-the
evidence conclusive.
1t forms convincing proof of merit.
W. T. Myers, S19 Spring St, Ameri-
Gus, says: "Doan's Kidney Pills re-
lieved me of pain in the small of my
back and regulated the action of my
kidneys which had annoyed me for
some time. / know they are a relia-
BILE medicine and don't hesitate to en-
dorse them" Statement given March
rs, 19OS.)
DOan'S Made a Cure.
MORE THAN SIX YEARS LATER,
Mr. Myers said: 81 can't say anything
more for Doan's Kidney Pills than that
they cured me, which proves their
value. always speak highly of Doan's
Kidney Pills"
Price SOC at all dealers. Don't sim
ply ask for kidney remedy-get
poan's Kidney Pills-the same that
Mr.. Myers has twice publicly recon-
mended. Foster ilburn Co., Proprs.
Buffalo, N. Y.
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equipment by the government.

equipment by the government,
4.-The restriction of immigration
at least to the extent of requiring i'm.
migrants to register, giving infor.
nation necessary as to their previous
lives, and the signing of pledge that
within three months after enterins
our country they will become citizens
in legal way.
"a complete separation of all af-
fairs Of church and state.
6,-The extension of the Rural Free
Delivery system and the improvement
Of the Parcel Post system, to the end
that the rural districts throughout the
country may be benefited thereby.
/ purpose to conduct my campaign
on a high plain. I do not desire to be
elected on the dement's of others. but
On my merit alone.
My campaign headquarters will be
at Americas, Georgia, where my Sec
rotary or I will be glad to welcome
and advise with friends at all times,
and, If elected by the good people Of
this district, I promise to faithfully
discharge the duties of this great Of
fee with fidelity to your every interest
Respectfully,
:. G. HUDSON.
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FOR CONGRESS-.

To the Voters of the Third Congress-
ional District of Georgia:
hereby announce my candidacy FOR
election as your Representative, from
the Third Congressional District of
Georgia, to the Sixty-fifth Congress,
subject to the primary to be held
September u, 1916, and respectfully
solicit your support to this position.
If nominated and elected, I pledge
myself and the best energies l am ca
pable of exerting to your every inter
est, and especially to procure for you.
1.-The cooperation of the National
government with the several states In
the enforcement Of their prohibition
laws to the extent of denying applica-
ton for license to manufacture or sell
intoxicating liquors in such states
and the procurement of such neces-
sary changes as will prohibit the
shipment of intoxicating liquors ia
prohibited territory; and will earnest
ly advocate every legal measure that
will tend to procure for the whole
people National Prohibition.
al will support such rural credit
legislation as will actually give to
the farmers of our country the relief
that has been so often promised, by
making available to them, with good
security on land or cotton. long loans
of money at low rates of interest, such
loans to be made directly by the gov
erunent to the farmers.
81 will favor sufficiently equip
ped army and navy to command peace
at home and respect abroad, and the
ianufaeture of our navy and Grmy
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THE ALCAZAR

Hazel Dawn, the beautiful fair-hair-
ed star of the Famous Players Film
Company, makes a sensational success
in that leading producing company
latest Paramount picture THE Fued
Girl" Miss Dawn, with a cast OF
prominent players which includes Irv-
ing Cummings, Arthur Morrison, Har-
dee Kirkland, Gertrude Norman and
George Majeroni,, enacted the drama
in perhaps the most picturesque dis
tricts in Georgia, under the careful SUI
pervision of Director Fred Thomson.
The Alcazar will exhibit THE Fued
Girl" Thursday
AS the title implies, feud exists
between two bands, the Haddons and
the Bassets, the inhabitants of the
wild and rugged southern mountain
region. The chief bone of contention
is the big mountain which lies between
them-Iron mountain. The railroad
engineers, discovering the invaluable
territories lying in the wake of these
warning factions, proceed to unite
them,
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To the People of the Southwestern
Judicial Circuit:
Having a laudable ambition to serve
in the capacity of Solicitor General ol
the Southwestern Circuit, and at the
request of many loyal friends and cit
liens of this circuit l have decided t.
register my candidacy for this position
subject to the rules governing the
primary to be held on September 18th
next.
If elected will fearlessly and Wig
orously prosecute such cases as
justice and right may demand
whether the accused person be high or
low. rich or poor.
| will endeavor to protect the innJ-
cent, and see to it that no citizen Or
person shall ever be unjustly punished
or unrighteously perescuted.
1 will strive to uphold the dignity If
the Office, with the end in view, that
all citizens will have proper regard fer
the courts and the enforcement of the
laws and lend their aid in its just adj
ministration.
If elected by the people at the prl1i-
airy to serve them I will at no time be
controlled by any person. faction,
clique, or ring; but in all matters
vii be governed by what is right, and
will pursue only that course which
justice may demand and good
conscience dictate.
l viii be courteous at all times, and
by my conduct convince you by
prompt attention to the affairs of the
office, that I am ready and willing to
do my duty at all times, in all cases,
under all circumstances, with the de-
sire to correctly interpret the law
and honestly enforce the same,
against all classes and citizens alike,
guided by the laws of Georgia, and
the motto of our beloved state, wis
dom, Justice and Moderation.
Respectfully
G. Y. HARRELL.
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Nrs. r. F. Jackson, of Troupe, Tex,
arrived Tuesday afternoon on a short
visit TO her brother, w. T. Lane. Her
slsif was surprise, as Mr.. Lane did
&ia not know she was thinking of Wis
ESng him. She left Wednesday after
rom for Weston, where she goes to
xEsif sister, Mrs. w. W. Simmons.
She viii return to Americas and fin,
hk her visit TO her brother before 60
ing to North Georgia, where she has
several sisters and brothers.
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WANTED---M Miscellaneous

LOOK HERE Mr.. COTTON MAN
Did you know the peach growers OF
Georgia are growing rich while you
toll and reap disappointment; peaches
netted growers this season an average
of SLIGO per crate, or $4,000 to $4,000
per acre. l represent one of the larg-
est nurseries in the South. See me
and engage your trees now. l will
plant your orchard for you, if you de-
desire it. r. D. Stewart. Phone 705.
3-tf
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For Solicitor General.

For Solicitor. General.
To the Citizens of the Southwestern
Judicial Circuit:
l hereby respectfully announce of
reelection to the Office of Solicitor
General of the Southwestern Circuit;
subject to the primary of September
18th, 1916. In doing so, I wish tt
thank my friends throughout tbs
Circuit forA the favors heretofore &C.
corded me and solicit their kind sup.
port of ms candidacy for reelection
assuring them, If reelected, faithful
and impartial discharge Of the duties
Of teh Office. Respectfully,
J.AR. WILLIAMS.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1916-08-09
DOLLAR AND A HALF WHEAT
QUOTED IN CHICAGO MARKET

CHICAGO, Aug. 9.-Wheat shot up
ward eight cents a bushel at the open
ing of the market today, May deliv-
cries going to $3.50 bushel, and De-
cember options to $1.55. Sensational
reports of damage confirmed by the
government report was responsible for
the rise.
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Fer State Senator.

To The Voters of Sumter County:
Having what l conceive to be a
laudable ambition to serve the people
among whom l have always lived, as
one of their representatives in the leg
islative halls, hereby announce my
candidacy for the Senate from the
Thirteenth Senatorial District of Geor-
sia, subject to the Democratic primary, i
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1916-08-09

JONES' BALSAM OF BENZOIN is
for you. A reasonable quantity of UN-
USUAL QUALITY. For all external
troubles where a liniment is needed.
Ask about it; three sizes Csc, SOC and
$1.OO. All dealers carry it. Sold on
the money-back plan If
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1916-08-09

FOR your AUTOMOBILE Tires and
Tubes see us before you buy. We han
ole the following makes: KELLEY
SPRINGFIELD, . MANSFIELD" and
the UNITED STATES Tires. G. A. &
". G. Turpin. 1-tf
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1916-08-09

Rev. ]. N. Hudson, of Brentwood, is
In Americas today, visiting his brother,
T. G. Hudson, who has been quite sick
bat is fast recovering.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1916-08-09

to be held September 18th proximo,
and solicit the support of the people
generally. Respectfully,
M. B. COUNCIL,
August 9, 1916.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1916-08-09

George Drew, who has been serious
ny I'll at his home near Preston for
Eke past few days, is reported as being
slightly improved.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1916-08-09

Brick Ice Cream made from pure
cream. We will appreciate your or
ders. Windsor Pharmacy. Phone ISL.
9-af
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1916-08-09

j. A. Howell, district deputy, Mod
era woodmen of. America, with head
quarters in Dawson. was in the city
Tuesday.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1916-08-09

Be sure to see Goldberg Cartoon pic
eHre at the Opera House tomorrow.
his animated pictures are lots more
amusing than the Stills"
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1916-08-09

J. S. Williams, one of the substan-
fiaa farmers in the Smithyille settle
msEnt, was in Americas Wednesday. He
leaves Thursday, accompanied by Jes-
zie Faust for White Springs, Fla,
where they will spend several days.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1916-08-09

Mrs. Claude Schneider, who for the
past several weeks has been in the
Macon hospital, is so far improved as
to be able to return home. She arriv-
ed Wednesday afternoon, and her
many friends will be delighted to know
that she is improving and will hope
for her early recovery.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1916-08-09

Hazel Dawn will be at the Alcazaf
scmorrow ia "The Feud Girl" This
mfrture was made in and around Rome,
Ga BE sure to see it.
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announcements
For State Senator.

The friends of ]. E Mathis announce
his candidacy for State Senator from
the Thirteenth District, subject to the
Democratic primary on September
18th.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1916-08-09

Enjoy your half holiday Thursday
by seeing Goldberg Animated Car
toons at the Opera House, and "Big
Jim Garrity". Show starts at p. m.
Git
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1916-08-09

Congressman Charles R. Crisp re-
turned home Wednesday afternoon
from Vienna and other points where he
has been visiting in the interest of his
campaign for congress.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1916-08-09

~. A. Greene will arrive Thursday
Erom Macon and spend a day or two
with his father, G. NJ. Greene.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1916-08-09

Edgar Zimmerman was citizen of
Plains transacting business in Amer
icus today.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1916-08-09

Kr. and Mrs H. E. Laramore, of
Lee county, near Leesburg, were visit
Ers in Americas Wednesday.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1916-08-09

Mrs. w. r. Walker and Miss Marie
Walker are visiting Mrs. E. G. Little,
in Macon.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1916-08-09

TIL, McGillis is out of the city for a
day or two, on business.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1916-08-09

Rev. ]. B. Lawrence returned home
Wednesday afternoon from a trip to
Blakely, Ca
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1916-08-09

Miss Gordie Say Rodgers, of Ro.
ehelle, Ga, is visiting her aunt, Mrs
R. E. Allison, at her home here for
several DAYS.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1916-08-09

DR.. Irving Giddings left Wednesday
afternoon for Macon, where he goes
on business.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1916-08-09

1 HAVE some local money to loan
OH desirable city property. H. 0.
Jones. lott
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RH Clothing One-Third on for Cash,
RyIander Shoe Co. S-tf
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1916-08-09

Several of the soldier boys of Com
pany I, Second Georgia regiment, came
in Wednesday afternoon to spend a
day or two with home folks.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1916-08-09

See eur show window for decorated
KIersric Lamps. S. A. Daniel, the jew
RaeT.
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Follow the crowds to the Windsor
Pharmacy. Phone 161.
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Mr.. and Mrs. w. H. Clark, of Web
sfer county, near Preston, are in the
city, the guests of relatives for day
ar two.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1916-08-09

All Clothing One-Third on for Cash.
RyIander Shoe Co. e-tf
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1916-08-09

KryptOk Invisible BifOcal glasses
Bell, The Jeweler.
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J. F. Souter, of Preston, was il
Americus Wednesday, on business.
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See big Jim Clarity" Robt. Edeson
featured and Goldberg Cartoons, at the
Opera House tomorrow, Thursday.
Time 4 to 1920.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1916-08-09

LONG TINE LOANS made upon
improved city real-estate located Oh
best streets of Americas. j. ]. Hanes-
ley, Americas, Ga. got
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An Clothing 0ne-Third OF for Cash
Rysander Shoe Co. SIT