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A GIR ICULTUKAL.
Agricultural Elucation.— The object
of an Agricultural education, as of all
other technical educations, is to enable
the possessor to struggle more success •
fully with tho obstacles of soil, climate
and competition. These are the varia
bles he has to meet and coax to his
purpose or overcome. As they are
variables and not constants, so that
education which is to train the student
to conquer, must deal with principles
and application, both inclusive, neither
at the expense of the other. It is an
easy matter for a college to belittle itself
in its teachings, it is difficult for it
to carry enlarged aims : the majority of
our colleges are but schools, where
thought seems to have no place of hon
or, but memory occupies a worshipped
shrine. A technical school may well
devote itself to adding skill and deft
ness to the fingers of toil, whereby
bread may be earned in the employ of j
others. Common labor is worth two
dollars a day, skilled labor three or four
or five. So the school which enables
its graduates to earn the three or five
dollars daily, when the employer wishes
to employ, is doing a good work—an ex
cellent work—a commendable work—
for it is fulfilling the object of its
establishment. The technical college,
on the other hand, should have higher
aims. It should aim to educate its
pupils to the principles which overlie,
and embrace all labor, and endeavor
to excite an inquiring thought into
causes of things, and how results are
produced. It should aim not so much
to turn out the workman to whom rout
ine labor has given skill, but that class
of men who can organise schemes for
the fulfillment of worthy objects, and
who can employ the laborer of the school
and shop.
This same idea used in connection
with our Agricultural Colleges is an
important one. If we consider them
as simply large shops or organised in
stitutions to teach the hand how to
labor then they are out of place The
boy can learn to wield a hoe, or pull
a carrot as well on his father’s farm
as at the college, and if he has no fur
ther ambition than to earn the pittance
of a day laborer, through the severity of
his toil, then let this young man shun
the college and stick to the farm.
Fortunately, however, the ambitious
boy sees that money comes more from
head-work than hand work: he sees
that the hand intelligently used pro
duces double results. Like the man
in the fable, who received the strength
of twelve men, the farmer’s boy, who
is abreast of the times, has similar as
pirations, and he knows that it is not
by appealing to a wortnless god, but by
appealing to himself that this power
is gained : that intellect is the giver of
the twelve man strength, and that if he
can persuade his intellect to assume
the task, that he, the boy, can make his
day’s labor turn him more profit when
worked by the head than when worked
by the hand.
It is the intellect - which is the giver
of honor, and fame and power. It is the
strength of the hand which willingly
serves this master, and feels honored
by the serving. A day’s labor on the
farm, well directed, is doubly profitable
over the same labor ill-directed. The
good farmer of the day employs himself
in direction. A man whose knowledge is
of such little value, as to make his
labor worth no more than is tho
labor of the man whom he hires on
account of his cheapness, deserves the
rear, both in the line of success, or re
putation.
Is is the province of the college to
educate the man so far above the laborer
that his time shall be worth more to him
to direct the laborer, than the labors
time is'tohim, in earning his daily wages.
How can this be done, is a pertinent
query. It certainly cannot be the best
done, by undervaluing study and re
flection, and lauding manuel labor on
the college farm, to the skies. The
young man is not at college to work
his hands, so much as to work
his brains, and acquire the power of
making himself the superior of dozens,
or scores, or hundreds of common men
in the bringing out of results. The la
bor training is of iittle importance in the
college curriculum, in the way of train |
ing up laborers. It is only of importance !
in its connection’with the training up of
thinkers. It is a valuable portion of the
college resources fur illustration, ,and
the conveying of information, and per
haps as incidentally to encourage ex
ercise, and industry, and in the aiding
of students of limited means to earn
their board or tuition ; outside of these
purposes, the manual labor department
of our colleges is an injury.
Should he criticise the graduate of
the Agricultural College that, he has
ambitions above S2O a month and
board ? Only let bis critics consider
that agriculture may boas intellectual
a pursuit as others which are considered
as scholarly, and that thought in "farm
ing paves the way to a heavy bank-ac
count, and they will scarcely expect the
young man, fresh from his studies, to
desire to throw away the resources gain
ed through years of study, and com
pete with the tens of thousands of labor
ers who have nothing to hope for be
yond routine toil, under the direction
of task masters.
The agricultural college then, which
endeavors to turn out the best thinkers,
and which connects the thought which
is taught, with the work designed to be
accomplished, must be considered the
most successsful institution. The stu
dent who knows tho most, and can apply
his knowledge so as to produce results,
through the employment of the labor on
the market, which will afford the most
profit, is the best educated youth, and
the one who is to honor his college
teachings. The duty of an Industrial
College is to fit the man who otherwise
might be equal to earning two dollars
a day, toemploy much two dollars a day
labor, and make enough profit from his !
superior knowledge as not only to pay ;
these laborer, but possess in the product I
of their toil ample remuneration for I
himself. e. l. s. *
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A spicy sketch descriptive of a trip over the
Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad, the
beauties, scenery and pleasure resorts of the
Rocky .Mountains, by “Nym Crinkle,” the musical
and dramatic critic of the New York World, sent
free on application, together with the San Juan
Guide, maps and time tables of this new and
popular route from Kansas City and Atchison
to Pueblo, Denver and all points in Colorado,
New Mexico, and the San Juan Mines. The
finest Pull man Sleepers on the Continent be
tween the Missouri River and the Rocky Moun
tains without change. Special round trip tour
ists’ tickets from the Missouri Rive" to Denver
at SSO, good to stop off at all points.
Address, T. J ANDERSON,
Gen’l Pass. Agent Topeka, Kansas.
Feb 9 ’76.-tf.
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A GENTLEMAN whe suffered for years from
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the effects of youthful indiscretion will, for the
sake of suffering humanity, send free to all who
need it , the recipeand direction for making the
simple remedy by which he was cured. Suffer
ers wishing to, profitby this advertiser’s experi
encecando so by addressingin perfectconfidence
JOHN B.OGDEN, 42 Cedar St., New Y^ork.
TO CONSUMPTIVES.-”
The advertiser, having been permanently
cured of that d.tead disease, Consumption, by a
simple remedy, is anxious to make known to his
fellow sufferers the means of cure. To all who
desire it, he will send a copy ol the prescription
used (free of charge), with the directions for
preparing and using the same, which they will
find a sure cure for Consumption, Asthma,
Bronchitis, &c.
Parties wishing the prescription, please address
Rev. E. A. WILSON
194 Penn Street, Williamsburgh, New York.
B. P. EBERIIART. J. G. EBERHART. W. P. VARNEY'
111 J E. INDIUM.,
Manufacturers of Leatner
BOOTS & SHOES,
Atliens, Georgia.
Constantly on hand and for sale a large stock of
BROGANS, MEN & WOMEN’S BALMORALS,
Boys’ and Misses Shoes of same styles.
Their stock is of the best material, workman
ship superior, and j rices to suit the times.
They offer their manufactures both VVho’esale
and Retail. Give them a trtal.
~~ z. McCord,
Grocer and Commission Merchant,
And Dealer in
SUGAR, COFFEE, BACON, LARD,
I LOUR, &C.
Q 9-4 Broad Street,
AUGUSTA, GA.
snnM
TIIE subscriber has constantly on hand one
of the laigest and best selected stocks of
Boots, Shoes and Hats in this city. All of which
goods being purchased at the lowest figures for
cash ; and being entirely unincumbered with
rents, he is enatiled to sell at prices incredibly
low, and will sell regardless of cost.
The following scale will furnish some idea of
prices, viz:
10,000 Pairs Men’s Brogans, 75c to sl.
10,000 Pairs Women’s Balmorals, 75c to sl.
Men’s Kip Boots, !J>2.25 to $4.
Boy’s Kip Boots, $1.50 to $2.
Misses’ Goat .Shoes, 50c to $2.
Together with a large variety *of Gents’ and
Ladies’ Boots and Shoes, selected from the m’dsf
celebrated manufactories in the United States,
especially those of Miles, Zeigler, Soilers and
Dunbar. * E. F. GAI,L,.4HEK,gI§
289 Broad Street, Augusta, Ga.
Globe Hotel
AUGUSTA,GA.
TliorougHylßenovated, Remodeled and£New-
Furnished.
Located in tbe centre of business,
In convenient distance of the R. Rs.
Near Telegraph and Express Offices
And under the present management will be
SurpassedVby Kone in tbe South.
JOHN W. CAMERON,
Proprietor.
THOS. M. BINFORD, Chi" ‘ Clerk. [sp2o,6in
COTTON FACTOR
,/iXD
General Agent fouEureka Guano,
No. 9 Mclntosh Street,
AUGUSTA, GA.
sept 20 3m
Executor’s Sale.
BY virtue oi an order from theCoui of Ordi
nary of Elbert county, will be sold, on the
first Tuesday in January next, at the courthouse
door in the town of Elberton,between the legal
sale hours at public outcry the following prop
erty to wit: 250 arces of lnnd, more or less, on
Beaverdam, joining lands of J L Clark, W J
White, and others. Terms cash. Sold for non
compliance of former sales, at purchaser’s risk.
W. J. WHITE,
one of executors of Stephen White, dec'd.
J. T. ADAMS,
BOOT AND SHOE MAKER
HARTWELL, CIA.
Having located in this town for
the purpose of carrying on my business,
I respectfully invite the patronage of tbe good
people of Hart county, confident of my ability
to please.
IS, TAKEN INTERNALLY, AND POSITIVELY CURES
RHEUMATISM, GOUT, NEURALGIA AND LUMBAGO.
SOLD BY DRUGGISTS EVERYWHERE. SEND FOR CIR
HELPHENSTINE & BENTLEY,
DRUGGISTS. WASHINGTON, D. <5.
QIQ n day at home. Agents wanted. Out
VP 1 and terms free. TRUE & CO.,
Augusta, r Maine.
Orrodiwrya Week to Agents. Samples FREE.
/ t. 0. VICKERY, Augusta, Maiee. !
SANDALWOOD
Possesses a much greater power in restoring to
a healthy state. It never produces sickness, is
certain and speedy ir. its action. It is fast super
ceding every other remedy. Sixty capsules
cure in six oreight days. No other Medicine can
do this.
Owing to its great success, many substitutes
have been advertised, such as Pastes, Mixtures,
Pills, Balsams,etc., all ot which have been aban
doned.
Dunyas Dick Jf Co’s. Soft Capsules containing
Oil of Sandalwood , sold at all Drug Stores. Ask
for Circular, or send to 35 t j- 37 Wooster Street,
AY w York, for one. [July 26—6 m'
WSITSIP 8 ' vill siv iz:r icmtnVn
fs iii® 1 jail. BUSINESS THAT WILL PAY
from $4 to $8 per day, can be pursued in your
own neighborhood, and is strictly honorable.
Particulars free, or samples worth several dollars
that will enable you to go to work at once, will
be sent on receipt of fifty cents. Address
J. LATHAM & CO.,
Feb.23.’75. 419 Washington St., Boston Mass.
FOUNTAIN PUMPT
Garden Engine and Fire Extinguisher.
For Washing Windows,
H Carriages, &c., protects
buildings from fire, and
trees, vines, etc., from
Insects. Throws water
Home or Factory
should be without tbs Fountain Pump. Send for
large illustrated Circular. J A. WHITMAN.soIe
Prop’." and Manufact’r,Providence,R I, [mls,ty
‘■‘■’■‘O'
COUNTER,PLATFORM WAGON&IRACK
dXs AGENTS WANTED 7^
J3END
MARVIN SAFE %SCALECO.
265 BROADWA Y IV. Y.
121 CREST NUT ST PHIL A. PA.
JOB BANKST. CLEVE.O.
U. S. PIANO'coT,
910 BROADWAY NEW 7 YORK,
Make only One Style,
AND
Have but One Price.
$290.22
Sent on Trial
NO AGENTS. NO DISCOUNT S3
SEND FOR ILLUSTRATED CIRCULAR
MAILED FREE
July 19—tf
" HOW TO BET;PATENTS.
TS FULLY EXPLAINED IN A HAND BOOK
JL issued by MUNN & CO., Publishers of the
Scientific American, 37 Park Row, New York.
Send 10 cents for a specimen of the best
Illustrated Weekly Paper published.
All patents solicited by Munn &
Cos. are noticed in the Scientific
FATENITS. American without charge. Hand
Book Free. No charge for ad
vice and opinion regarding the patentability of
invention. Send sketches. [Aug 2—6 m.
B BARNESV.’jwer Lems
JKr.KRY, CIRCULAR AND SCROL
. d IP h AWS,;LATHES, ETC. FANCY
woods and designs.
1 AT Different machines suited
Hi -* '' t 0 t ' le wanls °f mechanics
"''SJIkH all d amateurs. Men, Bovs and
U Ladies are making $3 to sloper
day using them! 1 Old styles
thrown’aside when these machines are known ! 1
Lumber from -J to inches thick, hard or soft
wood, can be ripped by man power at the rate of
from 125 to 600 feet per hour, line measure!!!
These machines are all practical and thoroughly
tested. Thousands of them are now in use. The
Velocipede Scroll Saw, for miscellaneous work,
is admitted by all to be the Jolliest little ma
chine in the business. Say where you read this,
and send for 48 page catalogue.
W. F. & JOHN BARNES,
July 26-tf..] Rockford, 111.
6HY TOMHIM!
!
AT HOME.
HEARD & CAMPBELL
RESPECTFULLY announce their new SAW
MILD in thorough working order, and so
licit the patronage of the public with full con
fidence of their abilitvto give satisfaction. The
mill is located in easy distance of Elberton
and to all in its vicinity who desire lumber a
great saving in hauling can be made.
Every effort will be made to accommodate
the patrons of the mill.
Steam Gin!
After this week, our Steam Gin at Elberton,
with condenser attached, will be in lull opera
tion, and while we do not expect to
GIN Almlm THE COTTON
by close attention to our business, we confident
ly' hope to get our share.
Our Mr. J. E. CAMPBELL will give his con
stant personal attention to the business.
W. H. KIIYCr & CO.
Sept. 13.—3 m.
CENTRAL HOTEL
MRS. \V. M THOMAS
PROPRIETRESS,
AUGUSTA GA
PETEK K E E.Y AX.
OIF AUGUSTA, CUA.
TT7 OULD IMPRESS UPON HIS FRIENDS AND CUSTOMERS IN ELBERT and ADJOINING
VV counties, the importance of buying Reliable BOOTS AND SHOES for their families. He
has purchased of the best makeis in the country, about 350 CASES of choice work, and guaran
tees to sell them for CASH 25 and 30 per cent, lower than last year’s prices.
THE ONE FBI ICE SYSTEM AND STRICTLY FAIR DEALING
Still the rule of the House. All shoes’bought will be exchange! inside of three months,"or the
money refunded. Come one, come all, and see what splendid bargains are ?here.
PETER KEENAN,
Central Hotel Kloek, Augusta, da.
J H. DUNCAN & BRO.
ELBERTON, GEORGIA,
DEALERS IN GEN’L MERCHANDISE
The STOCK consists of
READY-MADE CLOTHING, UMBRELLAS, DRy GOODg EVER y RIND
LADIES’ & GENTS’ HATS, BOOTS,SHOES, FAMILY GROCERIES, SADDLES
CROCKERY, CIGARS, TOBACCO, BRIDLES, WHIPS, KEROSENE, <lc.
Our Stock will be disposed of tor cash’at bottom ptices. Also on credit to prompt-paying
ustomers and no others. fi@°COME AND BE CONVINCED!
J. FT. Sc J. A, PXJISrOAFT
REAVES & NICHOLSON.
SUCCESSORS TO CENTER & REAVES,
Have in store and are receiving daily a large and well-assorted stock of
FRESH AND DESIRABLE GOODS,
Consisting, in part, of a. full line of Staple Groceries and Dr}- Goods
HATS, BOOTS, SHOES,
WOODEN WARE, MANILLA ROPE, CANNED GOODS,
JELLIES, GINGER PRESERVES, PEACHES, &C.,
Which we invive the public to call and examine, and we intend selling at
LOW IYRICES FOR CASH.
ATHENS AND HIGH SHOALS MANUFACTURING GO ’S GOODS
A specialty. Merchants are particularly invited 10 examine onr stock, as we feel confident
we can compete with adjacent cities in prices. REAVES & NICBIOESON Athens, Ga.
|B7(| Mm B ‘ |Jt7(l
I1 11 19 Wholesale and Retail 11 11 II
Fall and Winter Dry Goods
271 Broad Street, Augusta, Ga.
My stock is now complete in every department, and goods coming in by every steamer.
Nothing allowed to grow old or fade on my shelves. I buy to sell and they must go at the
lowest prices. TERMS STRICTLY CASH.
I have secured the services of MR. W. B. VAIE, who will be pleased to serve his friends
of Elbert and adjoining counties.
Samples sent when requested and Express freight prepaid on C. O. D bills amounting to $lO.
A. K. CHILDS. R. NICKERSON. V. H. WYNN.
CHILDS, NICKERSON & CO.,
No. 15 Franklin House Building, Athens. Ga.,
Wholesale xml Retail
DEALERS IN HARDWARE
IRON, STEEL, NAILS, HORSE & MULE SHOES, HORSE SHOE NAILS,
AGRICULTURAL IMPL’EMiENTS
Leads, Oils, Glass and Varnish, Harness Leather,
MILBURM WAGONS,
COTTON, MANILLA AND JUTE ROPE,
Carriage and Saddlery Hardware, Fellows, Hubs, Spokes, Buggy Wheels, Axles, Springs ‘etc.,
Rubber and Leather Belting, Mill Saws, Mill Findings, Anvils, Bellows, Vises, Hollow
Ware. etc. Manufacturers’ agents for the sale of
STANDARD SCALES.
Cider Mills, Syr.up.MiljjSand Evftporatoisj'Watt Plows, Farmers Friend Plow, Pumps, Circular Saw
VV iNSTIiPAiid SAWYER’S CELEBRATED COTTON GINS
Any aiticle in our line not in stock, will be ordered when desired, with the least possible delay
Call and Examine our Stock and Prices.
Eoooks! Pianos! Organs.
ATHENS, aA. T. A. BURKE, AGENT FOll
STEINWAY’S MATCHLESS PIANO, and
MASON & HAMLIN CABINET ORGAN,
Books and Stationery, Gold Pens
And everything usually kept in a first-class Book Store. I will sell ORGANS and PIANOS as
low as they .can be bought in the State. In addition to the STEINWAY PIANO, I sell the
HAINES BROTHERS, SOU HERN GEM, MATHUSEK and PARLOR FAVORITE, all warranted to
be as good instruments as can he bought for the money.
ILLUSTRATED CATALOGUE AND PRICE LIST MAILED FREE ON APPLICATION.
ESTABLISHED 1856.
—— ■ ease ■ —mm——mm—e a—
BART & REYNOLDS,
(A. A. DART)
BUILDERS OF
mmmw
NEW HAVEN, CONN.
Manufacture work expressly for the SOUTHERN MARKET, and from long
experience are thoroughly conversant with the requirments of tbe country. The
work itself used in every Southern State is its own recommendation, and renders
a detailed description unnecessary.
We also manufacture the CELEBRATED
DEXTER WAGON!
now on exhibiton at the Centennial. The best, easiest and most durable vehicle
in existence.
For circulars &c. apply as above.
BARGAINS IN
F URN ITU HE!
at DeGRAAF’S
47 and 149 Broad Street, AUGUSTA, GA.
I^3s“Undertaking in all its branches; Sunday and night calls 102 Greene st.
MILLINERY.
MISS FANNIE RICE,
has just returned to Elberton after purchasing
one ol the most
-Attractive Stocks
OF
MILLINERY AND FANCY GOODS
EVER SEEN IN THE COUNTY.
The goods will be opened for examination as
rapidly as they arrive, and an inspection is so
licited by the ladies in this and neighboring
counties.
She will be found at the old stand.
Oct 11-3 m.
THE CHAMPION
APPLE MAN
Comes forward with a thousand 'and one things
to suit the taste and fancy of the most fastideous
both in price and quality, viz: “
Fancy Candies, Stick Candies,)
Oysters, Jellies,
Canned Beef, Oranges,
Sardines, Strawberries,
Potted Meats, Peaches,
Pickles, Cranberry Sauce,
Egg Macaroni, Scotch Snuff,
Cigars, Chewing Gum,
Nuts of all kinds, Cream Tartar,
Gloucestershire Sauce, &e., &c., &o.
Besides a good stock of FAMILY GROCE
RIES, DRY GOODS, HARDWARE, SHOES,
HATS, &c., &c. Ah of which will be sold low!
lie also professes to love money and cotton and
takes this opertunity to inform all who are in
debted to him that he must have it—will pay
from 9J to 20cts for good cotton.
Nov 8, ’76] K. 11. TATE, Jr.
BILLIARDS I’REE!
Hereafter tho tables in
SANDERS :& SON’S
lilLl IARDi ISALOOX
IN ELBERTON
Will be free to all who desire to'play'on them.
Nov 29—tf.
J. W. ECTON
Will visit Elberton with a
DROVE OF STOCK
Consisting principally of
GOOD MULES,
About the 10TH or 15TH JANUARY which he
will sell at prices to suit the times.
DON’T BUY UNTIL YOU SEE HIS STOCK
AND GET HIS PRICES.
Nov 29—td.
ELBERTOX ROADS.
IMPORTANT NOTICE !
All parties due interest on,'Elberton bonds are
notified that prompt settlements will be required
in every ease. Let all take notice aud govern
themselves accordingly.
E. B. TATE, Jr., Clerk.
December 0, 1876—tx '
J. F. CQe,
The iwoscribers nave removed to*No. 13
Franklin House Range, Broad Street, ATHENS,-
GA., where they keep constantly on hand a large
and beautiful stock of
FURNITURE
of every description to which they invite the
attentioegqf the public, and which will be sold
astonislirhgly low!
COFFINS AND BURIAL CASES
Furnished AS LOW or LOWER than by any
other ertablishment in the city.
The citizens of Elbert are cordially invited to
call and examine our Stock when they! visit
Athens. We will sell them Furniture CHEAPER
and MUCH BETTER than they’ purchase else
where. We will take great pleasure in showing
them our stock. Be sure and give us a call.
Oct 25, ’76.
RATTLE."
AH our friends who were favoied with credit
by us in the past are earnestly solicited te com*
up and settle their arrearages, as we cannot po*
sibly do without the money longer. The times
are hard, we know, but they are as hard on ui
as anybody, and we think we are entitled to a re
turn ot the money we let our friends have th*
use of for two or three years. It is ours and
we need it. We do not wish to resort to harsh
means, but we must do it if it is necessary.
T. M. SWIFT,
McALPIN ARNOLD.
octßtf] Late firm of Swift & Arnold.
CAR PE TS,
FALL TRADE,
18 7 6.
New and handsomo styles of
O A. R 3? E T S ,
WINDOW SHADES,
FLOOR OIL CLOTHS,
WALL PAPERS AND BORDERS,
LACE CURTAINS, AND
CORNICES “RUGS, MATS
AND DRUGGETS,
Opened this week for Fall Trade, at
Prices to Suit the Times.
At JAS. G. BAILIE A^BRO’S.
l,oooyards Carpets 18c. to 35c. [por yard
Nov 22—3 m
Citation for Letters DiamlNglon
(~1 EORGIA, Elbert County.—Whereas, Eppy
y W Bond administrate of James M San
ders, dec’d, represents to the Court in his peti
tion duly filed and entered on record, that he
has fully administered James M Sanders’ estate.
This is, therefore, to cite all persons concerned,
kindred and creditors, to show cause if any they
can, why said administrator should not be dis
charged from his administration, and receive
letters of dimniission on the first Monday in
March, 1877. J. A. ANDREW,
Nov. 24, 1876.] Ordinary Elbert Cos.