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|%c Republican.
GENERAL PRESENTMENTS
—OF THE.—
Grand Jury of Lee County.
NOVEMBER TERM 1882.
The Grand Jurors clioseu and sworn,
for the November term of Lee Superior
Court, beg leave to submit the follow
ing General Presentments. ■
We have through the proper commit
tees, examined the books of the Nota
ries Publics and ex-officio Justices of
the Peace, and find them kept in the
terms of the law. All charges for costs
being properly made and itemized.
Wo have also examined the records
in the office of the Ordinary, Clerk of
the Superior Court, and Sheriff, and
find them kept in a style creditable to
those officers.
We havealso examined the books of
the county Commissioners, and find
them neatly kept, and that they have
issued orders since last March term of
the court to the amount of $2,760.16.
We find the court house in good re
pairs, with the exception that there is
some plastering off in different places,
and that the steps on west side of the
house needs some repairs. The jail we
find also in good repair, except that
the windows need some panes of glass.
We recommend that the Uommissioners
provide the Ordinary’s office with proper
shelves and desks for books and papers
belonging to that office.
ROADS AND BRIDGES.
We find the roads of the county in
good condition, with the exception of
the turnpike road from near Starlcville
across Muckalee creek, and the turn
pike near J. S. Green’s inChokee Dis
trict. The bridges of the county that
are standing, all need repairs to some
extent. The bridge across Fowltown
creek near Palmyra, we find to be in a
very bad condition, so much so that it
is dangerous to cross with teams, and
we recommend that the county Com
missioners proceed at once to have re
paired. We would suggest that the
old plank from the top and floor of the
old bridge near Leesburg, (known as
Jackson bridge,) be used in making
said repairs. Also that the turnpike
bridges, in Chokee District, have all
been washed away and that they have
not been replaced, very much to the in
convenience of the citizens of Chokee
District. We recommend, and respect
fully urge the authorities to have them
repaired at once, as well as the bridge
near Leesburg, known as Jackson
bridge. In regard to other bridges that
have been washed away, we leave to
the judgment of commissioners as to
when they be repaired. We find that
in the Palmyra District, that there are
only two road Commissioners. We
request the county Commissioners to
appoint another to make out the num
ber required by law. We must re
spectfully urge our Board of Commis
sioners to use diligence in having the
bridge rebuilt at once, as there is great
complaint bt-ing made of their seeming
tardiness in the matter,and some threats
of suits for damages being brought
against the county. It has been report
ed to this body, than on account of the
bridge across Ivinchafoonee at Palmyra
being washed away, that the colored
people on the other side of the creek are
separated from their church, another
that Lewis Dixon, a colored carpenter
is willing, for fifteen or twenty dollars,
to make a crossing for foot people across
said creek. We therefore request that
the Commissioners employ him to fix
the same, provided it can be done for
said sum.
On examination of the tax digest of
said county for 1882, we find property
returned for the amount of $9,491.79;
Levied by the State three tenths of one
per cent., which amounted for State
$2,847.53; Levied for county purposes
286 per cent, on State tax, which
amounted to sß,l43.9s;profesions $150;
Total for State and county $11,141.48.
We find from the General Present-
ments, of the Grand Jury, of March
term 1882, that It. A. Forrester, Tax
Collector, was indebted to the county,
for balance of taxes of 1881, $418.10.
He has since collected and paid to the
county Treasurer, $418.77.
By balance over paid 67 cents. We
further find that he has paid to the
county Treasurer, of the tax of 1882,
$1,450.64, for which he has proper
vouchers. He has also collected on
special tax $325.00 which he paid to
the proper authorities and has proper
vouchers.
From report of county Judge, K. J.
Warren, we find he has received from
fines and forfeitures the amount of
$95.75, of which amount he has paid to
county Treasury, $95.75.
Report of Commissioners clerk, W.
11. Baldy, shows an amount on hand
November term 1881, $190.00; In hand
of Commissioners, not reported then
150.00; received from sale of town lot
since, 36.00; total $331 00. He has
pail county Treasurer 100.00. A bal
ance of $231.00, which is in the hands
of the following parties: Commissioners
Clerk $35.00; P. J. Carter $170.00;
W. T. Saddler sl6 00; amount in the
hands of G. M. Byne, not known.
We recommend that the county Treas
urer proceed at once to collect the above
amounts.
On examination of report of Jameß
Morgan, Clerk of Superior Court, we
find that he had on hand last term of
court $1.00; received since $4.00; total
$5.00; paid out to Treasurer $5.00.
Report of James Salter, Sheriff,
shows that he has collected since
term of court 1882, on fi fas $2.00; on
tax fi fas $102.00; total $104.00.
which lie has paid, and has proper
vouchers.
Report of G. C. Edivards, Ordinary,
shows that he has received from retail
license, S2OO 00, wfiich he has paid to
the county Treasurer and has proper
vouchers..
We find from Treasurers report, that
he had on hand March term, $1,706.56;
collected since, $2,172.49; total $3,-
870,05.
He has paid out, and has proper
vouchers $2,770.61; Commissions on
above amount $141.98; total $2,912.59;
Dalance in Treasurer’s hands $966.46.
In examining the various books and
vouchers of the respective officers of the
county—we report the following as a
Summary of the county finances.
Ist. R. A. Forrester, Tax Collectors
books show, that the whole amount re
turned for 1882, to be $9,491,79, which
is less than last years return by about
$7,500.00; that the rate both county
and State is sll.sß , per $1,000.00; the
State tax being $2,847.53; the county
$8,146.95; professions $150.00; total
$11,141.48; Tax Collector to date $3,-
230.50 leaving uncollectßl to date a
balance $7,910.98. Of the amount
collected for 1882, he has paid W. D.
Wells, county Treasurer $1,450.64.
The rate of taxation for this year is
$1.02 on the thousand, more than last
year, owing to several causes, chief of
which is the neglect on the part of the
county Commissioners to reassess prop
erty returned at less than a fair valua
tions at the proper time, which makes
the tax for the present year more bur
densome on some than others. We
deem it unnecessary to make any
changes on the tax books for the pres-
ent year, as a good number have already
paid their taxes.
We find upon examination of the Or
dinary’s books and accounts, that one
account by James Salter, Sheriff, for
carrying Louis McGhee, an adjudged
lunatic to the Lunatic Asylum for
$40.50, which charge we believe to be
excessive. We therefore request the
Ordinary when such services are neces
sary in the future, that he employ some
responsible person at the lowest per
diem, as is to the best interest of the
county. We recommend that the pay
of Grand and Traverse Jurors for the
next year be $2.00 per day, and the
pay of Bailiffs be $2.00 per day, except
special Bailiff, and that they shall re
ceive $3.00 per day.
In taking leave of his Honor Judge
Fort, we tender him our thanks for the
able manner in which lie has discharg
ed his duties, and also Solicitor Gen
eral Hudson, for his kindness, and
prompt assistance rendered us, in the
discharge of our duties.
We recommend that these General
Presentments be published in the Sum
ter Republican and Americns Her or
der.
Wm. C. GILL, Foreman,
JOSEPH T. LOVE,
JOHN M. HINES,
SALATHEAL A. SMITH,
fi. A. FORRESTER,
geo. a. McDonald,
JOHN J. SCRUTCHENS.
JNO. W. FORRESTER,
FRANCIS M. McKINNY,
WILLIAM H. LONG,
ROBERT W. KING,
WILLIS JONES,
NATHANIEL HARRIS,
geo. w. McDonald,
JACOB D. SNELGROVE,
JOHN 11. POPE,
THOMAS K. TAYLOR,
SAMUEL SCRUTCHENS,
D. A. PETTIS, Sr.
Ordered by the court, that the fore
going General Presentments be pub
lished as requested.
Allen Fort, j.s.c.,s.w.c.
C. B. Hudson, Sol. Gen.
November 26tli, 1882.
I certify the foregoing to be a true
extract from the minutes of Lee Super
ior Court, November term 1882.
James Morgan, Clerk,
November 27th, 1882.
We invite attention to the
Large and Elegant Line
—OF—
JEWELRY!
Rings with Diamond and Pearl Sets,
with Diamonds and Amathyst,
Diamonds and Rubies, Cameos,
or any other precious gsm which entered
into the description of adornments of
the New Jerusalem by the Apocalyptic
Evangelist, Also,
GOLD, SILVER, NICKEL, AND
BRASS WATCHES ! ALSO
GOLD, SILVER, AND
NICKLE PLATED.
NICKLE, SILVER, AND GOLD
PLATED CHAINS !
Ladies’Bracelets, Necklaces, Chataline
and other Chains, Locketts, and all
styles of Plain and Ornamental Gems
for gifts for the million.
All are invited to visit and examine
my stock and buy if pleased, and by
no means go away dissatisfied.
I am Sole Agent for the.
GEORGIA WATCH
REl**l IRIJVCr*
Watches and Jewelry repaired a
short notice and on reasonable te-ms.
JOHN E. SULLIVAN,
West Side of Public Square,
AMERICUS, : : : GEORGIA
This is meant fot you, call and settle
yur account, at
Dr. £ldridge’s Drug Store.
FALL MILLINERY!
k splendid assortment o£
n'S W F AliXa
MILLINERY
AT THE STORE OF
Mrs. M. E. RAINES.
The Ladies and all desiring to purchase
something
New and Fashionable !
in Millinery, will find it to their advantage
to examine her stock at an early date.
STORE AT THE OLO STANO,
Jackson Street, west of the Public
Square, Americns, Ga.
octlttf
ftew Millinery
LATEST STYLES OF
HATS?
TRIMMINGS,
RIBBONS, LINGERIE,
HANDKERCHIEFS,
AND
FANCY GOODS,
A NEW STOCK OF
SPIT ZEPHYR !
In all Colors, Just Received.
KATE KING ,
Public Square, - Americus, Ga
novstf
Millinery. Millinery.
Mrs. M. B. MATHIS
Invites all wlio wish to purchase
HATS, BONNETS,
RIBBONS, Etc., Etc.,
As arc usually kept in
First Class Millinery Store !
to call at her store on the South side of
the Public Square, and see if
she can suit them.
RUN HUG MU WITS
A SPECIALTY !
If faithful and honest work, connected with
moderate charges and superior goods, are
an inducement, she flatters herself that her
customers will be satisfied.
EFCall at the second door from the open
lots on the South side of Public Square,
novistf Mrs. M. 13. MATHIS.
THE CELEBRATED
SEXTUPLE
SPRING BED.
To breathe, eat and sleep well is the first
requirement of physical organization.
S. FLEISCHMAN’S
SEXTUPLE BED SPRING.
[Patented Aug. 22,1882. L
Is the first and foremost to accomplish this
end, as it facilitates the first, accelerates
the second, and perfects the last of these
grand purposes. It is a “thing of beauty and
a foy forever.” Last with life, perfect in
its adaptation forcomlort, beingdisconnect
ed in the center prevents sagging. Made by
S. M- LESTER, who will put them on, ana
is from long experience able to guarantee
satisfaction.
AGENTS WANTED
to sell these Springs. Territory and Spring
outfit turnished and large commissions paid.
S. FLEISCHMAN,
Patentee and-Manufacturer,
octil-Gm Cotton Ave., Americus. Ga.
J. A. ANSLKY,
ATTORNEY AT LAW
AND SOLICITOR IN EQUITY.
Office on Public Square, Over Gtles*
Clothing Store, Amerlcus, Ga.
After a brief respite 1 return again to the
practice of law. As in the past It will be
my earnest purpose to represent my clients
faithfully and look to their interests. The
commercial practice will receive close atten
tion and remittances promptly made. The
Equity practice, and cases Involving titles of
land and real estate are my favorites. Will
Sractlce in the Courts of Southwest Georgia,
le Supreme Court and the United States
Courts. Thankful to my friends for their
patronage. Fees moderate. novlltf
Pure French Bandies, Wine, Gin,
.Rum, and Whisky for medicinal and
other uses, at
Jhr. Eldridge’s Drug Store.
JAXRB FRIFKER, C. 4. FRfI’KER.
Danville, Ya. •• Americas, Ga,
Jas. Flicker &. Bro’s.
AND-
MUSICAL INSTRUMENT HOUSE,
Under Barlow House, Americus, Ga.
New Firm, New Goods, low Prices’
Buying in such large quantities to supply this and the Danville store, we now get
quantity discounts that we did not heretofore, and are thereby enabled to give our cus
tomers lower prices than ever. Our stock of
WATCHES, CHAINS, NECKLACES, LOCKETS, BRACELETS,
RINGS, SETS, LACE PINS, EAR RINGS,
GOLD AND SILVER THIMBLES, SOLID SILVERWARE,
KNIVES, FORKS, SPOONS, CASTORS, BUTTER DISHES
PICKLE STANDS, SYRUP CUPS, SPOON HOLDERS,
BAKING DISHES, CAKE BASKETS, WATER SETS,
WAITERS, GOBLETS, CUPS, FLOWER STANDS,
CARD RECEIVERS, ETC., ETC.,
was never more complete than at the present time. We also have on'liand a large lot of
Clocks of all Kinds ! I
which we wili sell cheaper than ever and guarantee each one to give entire satisfaction
SEWING MACHINES.
WE KEEP THE
IMIS, WILLIAMS SHE!, ItlEliJ k INN, NEW HOI,
AND MANY OTHERS, constantly on hand, and have just reduced the price FIVE
DOLLARS on each style. Just think of it, a bran new Wheeler Wilson, No. 8, with
two drawers and drop leaf, with attachments complete, for TWENTY-EIGHT DOL
LARS. Machines guaranteed in every respect. Needles, Oil, Attachments, and Parts
for all Machines, kept in stock.
SPECTACLES.
We always keep in large quantities, and have instruments to test your eyes, and can fit
you up with just what you need. Trices from Fifty-Gents to Twelve Dollars per pair.
MUSICAL IN TRUMENTS.
This Department is filled with
PIANOS, ORGANS; ORGUINETTES, ACCORDEONS,
HARMONICAS, VIOLINS, GUITARS, BANJOS,
TAMBOURINES, and everything else in the Musical Instrument
line down to a Jews Harp.
In this line, as in all others, we cannot he undersold, as we buy in large quantities
direct from manufacturers. Our terms for selling Pianos and Organs on time are more
liberal than any other house we know of. To convince yourselves, get prices and terms
from any one else and then caff and compare with ours. Remember, when you buy from
us you don’t have to pay freight extra; the price of Instrument covers that; also includes
Stool and Book. We guarantee every Instrument sold. Should anything get wrong you
do not have to write North and wait ten days for an answer, or ship your Instrument a
thousand miles to have it repaired, and be deprived of the use of it for six or eight weeks,
hut simply report the trouble to us. Be sure and examine our stock, and get our prices,
before you purchase.
WORK DEPARTMENT.
We will, as heretofore, turn out nothing hut first-class work. Mr. C. A. FRICKER
gives his personal attention to this Department. ALL WORK WARRANTED. Prices
reasonable. We solicit your patronage, and will endeavor by fair dealing to merit thesame.
JAMES FRICKER & BROTHER*
SEVEN DEPARTMENTS
Davis & Callaway,
AMEEICUS, GA.
| Dry Broods,
2 Clothing,
J Boots and Shoes,
A Hats,
3 Carpets,
6Fewing
Machines,
Trunks, &c.
Americus, Ga., September 13,1882. tf •
PROCLAMATION No. I!
JOHN R. SHAW,
Forsyth Street, - - Americus, Ga.,
ISSUES THIS, HIS
Fall Proclamation!
Hereby Inviting Everybody, and more Particularly
the Ladies, to call and see his
GRAND DISPLAY Of NEW GOODS!!
v hicii have recently been added to his Stock,
WITH A LAROE LOT QRS 1 HE VI AY
WHICH, WHEN REOIEVEO, WILL MAKE HIS
Slit \um, vi
Sides UipM,
Ilf Unsurpassed,
Prices Upcedeid, ml
Variety urinltl I
Call at once and oblige yours truly,
JOHN R. SHAW,
DEALER IN
DRY GOODS AND NOTIONS,
Fancy Groocis,
Boots, Shoes, Hats, Caps, Umbrellas,
CLOTHING !
Xj -A- DI IE SCX i O -A. XT' Q 9
Bedsteads and Chairs, Roll Plate Jewelry,
. Tutt’s Lh er PiPs, Etc., Etc.,
FORSYTH STREET* v. |. . ANERICUS. 6A.
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