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EORGIA 1 NTEjRPRISE.
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VOL. XXX.
ISE AND OTHERWISE.
In company with Captain Paco,
r. J. A. Wright and Mr. Edward
arr our editor spent several days of
pst week very pleasantly in Ogle
jliorpc county, hunting birds and vis¬
iting dear ones. While there they
ere the quests of Colonel and Mrs.
t P. Callaway, and Mr and Mrs. S.
t). Callaway. It is entirely unneces
tary to remark that all had a happy
Ind delightful time The party left
Covington Wednesday evening and
returned on Saturday.
| Mr. Woody Mabry says that during
lie late freeze a drove of pigs got into
[is sweet potato house, and the old
tow remained outside and rooted dirt
that it would keep the door closed
In them. When the weather broke
Br. Mabry found the pigs in his po¬
tato house and they were round and
[at, and the old sow was in the lot
tean and lank, but not a single potato
kould be found in the hank. This is
[he first case on record where a sow
jidn’t act “the hog” when anything
io eat was in sight.
| We have received Part 7 of the
■‘Book of the Fair,” and it is in keep
Bug with all the other numbers, being
Bbrofusely and elegantly illustrated,
Bud gives a full and clear description
Jfbf Bhow. the wonderful exhibits of that great
To be appreciated The Book
Rnust lie seen. It contains 2,500 cop
Rerplate engravings, 1,000 beautiful
Rages Text by Hubert Howe Ban
Rroft. Published iu twenty five parts
Bt 61 each. Applicants for agencies
Bln mid address as below. Illustrated
Bamphlet mailed free on application.
Auditorium Building, Chicago, Ill.
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I To dance, or not to dance? That’s
§ jhe question. Whether ’tis better to
Borne §;|rip the light fantastic and dis-please
of the brethren, or exercise the
§§o,ly ind in a school of ‘physical culture’
have a gay time, seems to be an
Breachers ^kstte just now in Covington. The
are right in their warfare
B worldly amusements and no one
b atnes them for “diciplining” mem
b.rs of their flocks, but in a town the
^■zc ^Kes of this there are a number of la
and gentlemen who consider it
Br B° harm to participate in the dance,
to engage in a social game of cards,
Bud they will do so when it suits their
lira t icy or pleasure. On the other hand
^■hurclt officials will continue to op
|) tse these amusements, and many of
ti e people, young and old, will con
Ifitue to play a social game of cards,
Bhiie others will be ready to respond
B° the call “on with the dance.”
| Oliver Flaunigan, colored, of Oak
pill [loUis’ district, who lives on Mr. Oscar
plantation, says that he dis
jovered a pig in an old well, one day
last week. The well was 35 feet deep.
Pliver is certain that the pig got in
[he well on Dec. 24, and remained
Jhere the 66 well days without food or water,
p hared was dry. When is disap
it would have weiged 160 lbs
hid when recovered it only weighed
0 lbs. He ted and watered the pig
pd the next clay it broke out of the
lasture and tried to make its way
lack to its home in the well, but was
kaptured aud sent to its owner, an old
blored woman who lives iu the set
lenient, where the pig is gaining a
lound a day. This yarn entitles Oli
rer to full membership in the consol
flated brotherhood of Ancient Reck
fcss and Independent Order of Pre
jaricators, fetime free fur and he can get by a Liars Li¬
office. one year calling at
pis
■Patronize horns institutions.
COUNTRY: MAY 8MB EVER BE RIGHT; RIGHT OR WRONG, MY COUNTRY! ’’-Jra-mw,*.
COVINGTON, GEORGIA, THURSDAY, MARCH 7, 1895.
DEATH’S SAD ROLL.
Mrs. Martha Davis died at her
home in Atlanta on Satuiday last.
For a long time she was a resident of
Newton county, being a sister to Rev.
Merritt Cofer.
Mrs. Warren Knight died at the
home of her husband in Brick Store
district on Feb. 26. She was a most
excellent lady and her death is lamen¬
ted by all who knew her.
Mrs. Leete, formerly Miss Bertha
Weaver, daughter of Capt. G. W.
Weaver, of Conyers, was thrown from
a carriage in Birmingham, Ala., last
week and received injuries from which
she d ed. Her remains were brought
to Conyers for burial.
The Rockdale Banner tells us that
a mother, aged 93, aud a son, aged 68,
were both buried on the same day.
The subjects of this sad and singular
affair were Mrs. Mary Brooks and her
son, Mr. W. T. Brooks, both of Shef
field district. Mrs. Brooks died Wed
uesday, the 20th, and her son died
the following day, Thursday. Mrs
Brooks was a member of the Primitive
Baptistchurch and had been for many
years. Her son was of the Baptist
f it It and was baptised by Rev. J. F.
Wallis about three years ago. He was
a deacon in his church and was looked
upon as a true Christian gentleman.
They were laid to rest side by side in
the Salem burying ground.
CANDY THAT IS CANDY.
Mr. Charles W. Camp keeps Nun
nally’s celebrated seal package can¬
dy, getting it fiesh twice every week.
Any size package furnished at the
same price you pay for it in Atlanta
This is the finest, purest and best can
dy on earth. The young man who
presents his lady friend with any oth¬
er candy is liable to “get left.” The
young lady who eats any other candy
may need the services of a dentist.
Also try C. W. Camp’s Boston Pea
Nut Flake Candy, and when you
taste it you will be certain to buy it.
It is good for old and young, rich and
poor. Mr C. W. Camp is the only
merchant in Covington who handles
this candy. Call at his new store, in
Swords’ building, to purchase your
ciudy, fruits, fancy and family gro
ceries. Prices low.—mc!4.1
Capt. J. J Smith, one of our pro¬
gressive citizens, has a trio of the fin
est pigs ever seen in the county. In
addition to these he has ordered a
pair of the finest breed of pigs ever
seen in the Union, paying 645,00 for
them. He intends to raise fine stock
for sale. During court week lie will
exhibit some of his thoroughbreds on
the public square in Covington.
We learn that an entertainment
will conte off in Music Hall on the
afternoon of March 15th. Besides
splendid local talent there will be a
number of ladies and gentlemen from
Atlanta who will appear on the stage
and take active part in the songs and
play. At night a grand ball will
come off, beginning at 9 o’clock.
Alex Shepherd, distiller for Bagby
& Speer, is said to be an expert in
manufacturing fine corn whisky. He
has been at the business many years,
and understands it thoroughly. Noth¬
ing but pure and unadulterated whis¬
ky is ever turned out from malt aud
beer prepared by him.
The Decorated chamber sets, crock¬
ery and glass ware at New Furniture
Store is handsome aud cheap. L. D.
Adams.
SOMEWHAT PERSONAL.
Get out the fiddle and the how—
Physical culture is now all the go!
But the old folks you can’t fool,
’Cause they’ve been to dancin’ school!
Mrs. Dr. Quigg, of Conyers, has
been on a visit to dear ones here.
Miss Phronie Perry is visiting
friends and relatives in Madison.
Mrs. E. S. Steadman, of Lithonia,
has been on a visit to loved ones here.
Our dear old friend, Mr. James T.
Corley, is still quite feeble, but con
timues to be hopeful and cheerful.
Mrs E Womack and her charming
daughter, Miss Nellie, spent Sunday
with relatives at Bob Lee.
Miss Sadie Pitts, a fascinating New¬
born young lady, is visiting friends
in Rome.
Mrg. D. I. Mobley, a ho has been
seriously sick for a long time, is slow¬
ly improving, but yet y«ry feeble.
Justice Thomas Patrick is Worthy
Chief of the Good Templar Lodge at
Winton, which is in a flourishing
condition.
The many friends of Col, 0. T.
Rogers will regret to learn that he is
in very feeble health at his home in
Savannah.
After a pleasant visit to friends in
Jasper and Putnam counties Miss
Cora Williams has returned to her
pleasant and happy home in Newborn
We are giad to see our friend, Mr.
S M. Hay, of Brick Store district,
up and about again, after a severe
spell of sickness.
Mr. J. R. Jones, one of the most
successful farmers- jf eastern Newton,
was received into Mt. Pleasant Meth¬
odist church on Sunday night of
last week.
Miss Ella Smith is in feeble health
at the home of her good mother at
Porterdale. May this excellent lady
be restored to health again is the earn
est wish of all her friends.
Coi. Richard L. Simms, so well
and favorably known here, is doing a
fine merchantile business at Decatur,
being in co-partnership with Mr. H.
I. Ansley, who is also an excellent
business man.
Miss Gertrude Tamplin, a charm
ing Texas beauty, who has been spend¬
ing some time with Mr. and Mrs. A.
N. Hays, of this city, returned home
one day last week, to the regret of
her many friends aud admirers here.
Mr 11. C. Cook is prospering at
Braidentown, Florida, where he has
a large school. He is very popular
with pupils aud patrons. He is a son
of our friend, Mr. R. C. Cook, and
one of the best young men ever raised
in Newton county.
Dr. D. H. Mann, the right worthy
grand templar of the world, delivered
a very entertaining lecture in Music
Hall last Saturday night. Although
the weather was cold and disagreeable
there was a large number present to
hear and appreciate the lecture of
this good and great man.
Mr. Frank Griffin, a courteous and
polished young gentleman, known to
most of our readers, left on Suuday
last for Abbeville, S. C., where he
will have charge of a flourishing
school in that live town. May he be
healthy, happy and prosperous in his
new home.
Col. Robert Perry Duncan, of Lousiville,
Ky., formerly chief of staff of Maj. Gen. R.
H. Anderson’s division, Army of Northern
Virginia, has been in town with “the
boys,” during the week. Col. Duncan is on
a lecturing tour through the south, and lias
promised to lecture at Music Hall, in Coving¬
ton, next Friday night. His subject will be
“Robert E. Lee and the Army of Northern
Virginia. He is the guest of Mr. c. C. Rob
til son rfhile here.
IN AND AROUND THE CITY
Which May or May Mot Interest You.
Mrs. Harriet Mobley, of Walton
county, is dead.
The 53rd Congress went out of bus¬
iness at noon on Monday.
See those handsome oak suits, side
boards and decorated chamber sets at
L. D. Adams.
Night services at the Methodist
church will begin at 7-30 o’clock un
til further notice.
Bed Lounges, center tables, ladies
work tables, wire and cocoa mats nice
and cheap. L. D. Adams.
An interesting protracted meeting
is in progress at the Methodist church
in Oxford, and much interest is man¬
ifested therein.
Rev. Dr. J. B. Mack will deliver
a free Masonic lecture in Covington
on Friday night, March 15th. Ev¬
erybody invited, especially Masons
and their families.
Mrs. Minnie V. Wells has a young
Jersey cow that gives four gallons
of rich milk daily, and from which
she gets from one and a half to two
pounds of nice yellow butler.
The Chi Phi fraternity, of Emory
colege, numbering 21 brilliant young
men, went to Atlanta Saturdaay to
Have a group picture taken for publi¬
cation in the annual Zodiac.
Our friend Mr. Charlie Swanson
will open his ice cream parlor on or
about April 15th. As usual he will
make fine cream and his prices will
be reasonable.
An expert has examined the roof
of the Methodist church and reports
that it is strong and sound and in no
way dangerous or liable to give away
in any part.
Mrs. Fannie Boye has Tea Roses,
all fine varieties, and many other
choice plants to sell. Orders left at
the dental office of Dr, J. S. Carroll,
or at her home, will be promptly fill
ed. Satisfaction guaranteed.
The Annual Tree Planting exercises
which came off in Oxford Friday was
largely attended notwithstanding the
rain. The Emory boys did their best
to make the occasion one of interest
and pleasure to all present.
Go to Music Hall Friday night and
hear gallant Colonel Duncan discuss
the character and achievements of
Gen. Robt. E Lee. The Hall should
be crowded that night. Let every¬
body attend. Admission 25 & 15 cts.
At Walton superior court last week
ex-marshal Claude Arnold and Mr.
John Galloway, charged with the
murder of Mr. Oscar E. Carter, a sa¬
loon keeper, in Monroe, on Dec. 24,
1893, were acquitted. The evidence
showed that Carter fired twice before
the accused fired at him. The jury
was out only about 15 minutes.
The Good Templars Lodge will
give a supper at Music Hal! Monday
night. A small admission will be
charged at the door, which entitles
you to supper. All are cordially in¬
vited, as they will try aud make it a
pleasant occasion in a social way for
all who attend.
“All you Gents and Ladies fair,
Come to the Eggletaire.*
We had a pleasant call on Monday
from Mrs. T. L. Anderson, who had
just returned from an extended visit
to relatives in Louisiana. She says
she was glad to get back to Georgia,
although she had a delightful time
during her sojourn abroad. She re
ports that snow was 18 inches deep in
Algiers during part of last month.
This good lady is in fair health and
all of us are glad to see her home
again.
NO. 24.
Col. Duncan to Lecture.
Col. Robert Perry Duncan, formerly
chief of staff of Maj. Gen. R. H. An¬
derson’s division, Army of Northern
Virginia, will deliver his famous lecture
on “Robert E. Lee and the Army of
Northern Virginia,’’ at Music Hall, next
Friday night, the 8th of March.
Col. Duncan comes with high recom¬
mendations as a brilliant orator, while
his subject is one that cannot fail to
please our entire community.
His lecture here will be delivered un¬
der the auspices of the Confederate Vet¬
erans Association of Newton county,
and we trust everyone that can do so,
will go out and hear him.
Admission, 25 cents; children, 15
cents.
Two Houses Burned
Two small houses belonging to Mr.
W. N. Leach, near Starrsville, vveredes
troyed by fire on \Ved**ss^jjy night.
One of them was occupied by a color¬
ed family, and the other was yacant.
The fires are said to have been the
work of an incendiary, as both were
started at the same time, and both were
started or, the outside of the house, and
away from the chimneys.
They were too far apart to have
caught from each other.
Only a few things were saved from
the house occupied by the colored fami
iy.
The loss on the houses is about $300.
No. insurance.
NEWS FROM HAYSTON.
Mr. F. B. Hays is on the sick list.
May he soon be out again.
Our young people have organized a
reading club, at the new academy.
Our old friend, Mr. Oscar Jones, of
Monticello, visited Hayston last week.
“Uncle Tommy” Gregory (as every
body calls him,) is still quite feeble.
Mr. Tommy Kinerly, who has been
quite sick, we are glad to say, is im¬
proving.
Mrs. Taylor Loyd, of Newborn,
visited her mother, Mrs. Sallie-Hays,
last Saturday.
Mrs. Ella Johnson, and two little
boys, of Alabama, is visiting her pa¬
rents, Mr. and Mrs. B. F. Hays.
Little Roy Hays, son of Mr. and
Mrs. P. B. Hays, who has been quite
sick with the croup, is about well
again.
Rev. T. B, Trenholm, of Coving¬
ton, preached an able sermon here
last Wednesday night. We are al¬
ways glad to have him with us.
A union Sabbath school was organ¬
ized at the presbyterian church last
Sunday morning with about fifty
scholars. Prof. Stewart is Superin¬
tendent.
A romantic marriage occurred in
this place last Sunday evening. Mr.
Flerri Henderson to Miss Susie Hen¬
derson, both of Jasper county, ’Squire
Hays officiating. May they have a
long wedded life of happiness.
A number of old soldiers in Newton
county are already making arrange¬
ments to attend the United Confeder¬
ate Veterans Re-union, which comes
off in Houston, Texas, in May. A
number of citizens who were not sol¬
diers will also attend this re-union.
METHODIST MINISTERS.
Oxford District —Walker Lewis
presiding elder.
Covington, J. T. Daves, Jr.
Oxford aud Midway, J. E. Dickey,
W. A. Candler.
Starrsville, Winn Joiner.
Newborn, J. N. Snow.
Social Circle, T. O. Rnrie.
Madison, P. M. Ryburn.
Morgan, J. T. Lowe.
Shady Dale, O. C. Simmons.
Eaton ton, R. W. Bigham.