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|etni-||ttklg |epubUcan. 1 C. W. HANCOCK, C-DITOR. AJSTXJ PBOPBIETOB. ifIESICCS, GEORGIA* Saturday Morning, December 9,1882. Official Organ of Sumter County Official Organ of Schley County. Official Organ of Lee County. Official Organ of Webster County. Schley Comity Railroad Meeting. The citizens of Schley, and adjoin ing Counties, are requested to meet at the Court house on Tuesday, Decem ber 19th, at 2 o’clock a. m., for the purpose of extending all feasible in ducements to the Savannah and Paoific Short Line Railroad Cos., for the con struction of said road, via Ellavtlle, and other points in this county. We invite all to attend this meeting. C. H. Smith, ~ J: M. Thornton, Dupree Peacock, B. A. Strange, Robert Barton, R. M. Murphy, J. N. Cheney, C. L. Peacock, T. J. Murphy, G. T. Walker, C. R. Tondee, H. W. Cockrell, A: Allen, Thos. J. Walker, And others. Americus Recorder, Montezuma Weekly, Buena Yista Argus, are re quested to copy. About January Ist all postmasters in the United States will be furnished with the new combined letter sheet and envelope, to be sold at thiee cents. The Birmingham Iron Age omnin ously remarks, that there are three de grees in mining speculation about Bir mingham; Positive mines; comparative mines; superlative minus. Gov. Butler of Massachusetts, is something of a wit as well as a Gov ernor. W T hen indignant Republicans jeering call upon him for an explana tion of his “Bpoon” transaction, he tells them that when he stole thoso spoons he was a Republican. Being a Democrat now he has quit that sort of thing. Several newspapers are in error as to the true relation which President Boyn ton of the Senate sustains to the Gov ernorship of the State. He does not succeed Gov, Stephens, in the event of death or disability, but becomes acting Governor until the disability is remov ed, or, in case of death, until an elec tion is held for a successor, which would occur in sizty days. What They Think of Us* Below is found a complimentary let ter, from the Young Mens Christian As sociation, Utica, N. Y. The apprecia tion of the notice loses none of its rel ish by being from a distance. We make our bow and hope ever to deserve the respectful consideration of all simi lar Christian, and enlightened Associa tions: Young Men’s Chp.istian Ass’n.,'l Arcade Buildino. j- Utica, N. Y.. December, 4, 1882.) Dear Sir: I beg leave respectfully to state that a suitable file has been prepared for your excellent Journal, and those persons who have read the same, commend it highly. By order of the Board of directors, of which Mayor Burdic is chairman, 1 transmit a copy of a resolution adopted at this last meeting. Resolved: That the thanks of this Board be tendered to the editor and pub lisher of the Semi-Weekly Sumter Re publican, Americus, Ga., for his kind contribution to the reading room, and that an acknowledgment be also made, at the end of the Association year, in our annual report. Respectfully yonrs, I. P. Bielbv, Rec’dg. Sec’y. Governor Stephens Accepts. Ia reply to s request of the financial committee of the Sesqui-Centennial Celebration, to fife held on the 12th of February next, in Savannah, to Gov ernor A. H. Stephens, of Georgia, Gov ernor Stephens says: State of Georgia Executive Dp’t. ) Atlanta, Ga., Nov. 29, 'B2. j Mr. Wm. 8. Bogart, Chairman of Exercises Sesqui-Centennial, etc., Savannah, Oa. Dear Sir. —Your kind offer of the 23dinst., as Chairman of the Commit tee of Exercises of the Sesqui-Centen nial of the settlement of Georgia, in forming me of my election as anniver sary orator on the 12th of February next, was received day before yesterday. In reply thereto, after thanking the society for this compliment, I accept the honor conferred, and Providence permitting, will be with yon and dis charge the duty assigned me on that occasion. Yours truly, Alexander H. Stephens. How Ed. Cox is Getting on. Senator Peoples, one of the sub-com mittee on penitentiary, recently visited Dade Coal Mines, and, among other things, writes as follows to his paper,the Gwinnett Herald-. One of the finest men we met was Cox, who is serving out a life sentence for the murder of Bob Alston. He does not have the hardships of other prisoners, as he is in charge of the stock ■ad therefore has mre liberties. But while he greets ps with a smile the tears glisten on his cheek as he talks of his dreary life, his distressed family, and the dark future before him. He keeps his little boy with him for com pany, and is a very useful man at the camps. Frank Leslie’s Sunday Magazine. Frank Leslie’s Sunday Magazine for January, under the editorial charge of Rev. T. De Witt Talmage, commences the New Year brilliantly. It is a hol iday number and, affords delightful, edifying reading. The first of a series of articles on "Religions Denominations in the United States” treats of Metho dism: Its Character and its Attain ments,” by Rev. Dr. Curry, D.D. The editor has an iaterestingarticle, "Who was Thomas Guard?” Paul Pastnor shows ‘What the Monks Did for Early English Literature;’ overcontributions are from the pens of Mrs. JaneG. Aus tin, O. M. Birrell, G. McDonald, LL.D., Edwin de Leon, etc., etc., and consist of admirably written stories, sketches, es says, poems, etc. In the Home Pulpit is a discourse by Dr. Talmage, “The Popular Christ.” These interesting features are continued—“ Personal Notes and comments,” "Editorial com ments,” etc., and there is a large, in structive miscellany. Price $3 a year; single copy, 25cents. postpaid. Address, Mrs. Frank Leslie, Publisher, 53, 55 & 57 Park Place, New York. Harper’s New Monthly Magazine for 1883. This Magazine has aptly been styled "The Giant of the Monthlies.” Prac tically there is no limit to the circula tion or influence of a Magazine like this, conducted in a spirit so broad and catholic, always vitalized by the strong est impulse of current thought and ac tion. Harper’s Magazine is the best Magazine for the Home, never intrud ing elements of controversy, but bring ing to the hearthstone the richest treas ures of imagination and art. In de scriptive illustrated articles and char acter sketches it is especially rich. Its brilliant galaxy of contributors is un equaled. Miss Woolson, the author of “Anne,” the most original American novel ever written, leads off with a new story, entitled “For the Major,” and Mr. Charles Reade’s series of short stories are part of the rare literary re past the publishers will lay before their vast clientage in 18S3. No periodical issued at $4 can compare with it. A volume is a library in itself. Harper’s Bazar for 1883. The Bazar.is acknowledged to he the best periodical for women published in the English language. It is the Ameri can authority upon Fashion, Household Affairs, Etiquette and kindred matters. Its literary department is of the highest order. Its illustrations comprise ex quisite engravings from the works of eminent artists, with portraits, local sketches and amusing comic pictures. Its communications with the Capitals of Europe is such as to enable it to make immediate announcement of all the changes and modifications in styles that take place in the centres of fashion thuß enabling its readers to dress in the most becoming attire at the smallest expense. This feature alone is worth to a family many times the subscription price, $4. The Magazine and Bazar will be sent to one address one year for seven dollars. Need Explanation. The following bill has passed the House of representatives: To amend the revised charter of the city of Americus, so as to give power to levy a street tax of $3. We would like to kDow something about this tax, for we confess we do not understand it. In the revised charter page 10, section 19 the following may be read: "That the Mayor and City Council of Americus, shall have power and authority to levy, in addition to othei taxes, a tax not exceeding three dollars upon each and every person in the city of Americus, between the ages of twen- ty-one and forty-five years, as a street tax.” Is it proposed by this law to take a snap judgement on the people and im pose that Baroe tax on all persons over the ages mentioned? if so, the people of Americus are entitled to know and pass upon it. The following is the list of the new Judges elect of the several circuits in the State: Flint Circuit, J. D. Stew art; Southern Circuit, A. H. Hansel; Augusta Circuit, 11. C. Roney; Rome Circuit, Joel Branham; Western Cir cuit, N. L. Hutchins; Ocmulgee Cir cuit, T. G. Lawson; Brunswick Cir cuit, M. L. Mershon; Middle Circuit, R. W. Carswell; Pataula Circuit, J. T. Clark; Macon Circuit, T. J. Sim mons; Southwestern Circuit, Allen Fort; Eastern Circuit, A. P. Adams; Albany Circuit, B. B. Bower; North eastern Circuit, J. B. Estes. The annual conference of the South Georgia M. E. Church will meet at Albany on Wednesday next, the 13th inst. The attendance will be large, over one hundred and eighty having notified the committee of their inten tion to be present. Five committees meet on Tuesday, the 12th, at 9 a. m., to examine the young preachers on the course ot study appointed by the Bish ops. This will render it necessary fot •boat fifty of the preachers to come in on Monday evening or Tuesday morn ing. LETTER FROM MACON. Macon, GA.,Dec., 6th, 1882. Dear Editor: Macon enjoys the reputation as one of the leading cities in Georgia, I may say South—l’ve con cluded to investigate her importance. In point of attraction to the general observer, Macon has but few, and tak ing these away, your little enterprising Americus would compare favorably. Her streets run as irregular as the channel of the Missouri river, navig able only to the most experienced pilot. The centre of her streets with but few exceptions, are over grown with grass and weeds, banks of clay, gullies, ditches and rocks are on all sides. Neat structures and well proportioned houses surrounded with these eye sores of neg lect and indifference is forcibly illustra tive of good wine in a leaky cask. Night travel here is fraught with every dan ger. The streets are very pooly lighted and to visit a family on a dark night and get there, and safely home again is a powerful and unpleasant undertak ing. The recent move of a citizens ticket to nominate the best citizens Macon has, to serve as Councilraen in pro tecting Macons best interests is a move in a very proper direction. Macon re quires loads of improvements and the people seem to know it. All these local defects are attributable to the bus iness turn of mind of her merchants. Macon is all business and while her citizens cannot be excelled in society and hospitality—she has ever an eye to her business interests. This busi ness tact is what makes Macon, and she can well be proud of her conquests. Asa commercial centre it is reported that it eclipses Atlanta and Savannah Nussbaum ifc Cos., Coleman & Cos. and Waxelbamu <fe Sou, three leading dry goods houses are said to sell close to three and a half million yearly, and in excess of any three houses in Atlanta or Savannah. Asa grocery market Macon is be lieved to be the best this side of New Orleans. Jacques it Johnson, grocers sold last year in the neighborhood of a quarter of a million in excess of any house in Atlanta or Savannah. So boast of about fifteen such firms and solid concerns as these, and there are at least that many, will give any city a wide reputation. I learn there is an immense amount ol solid wealth l.eie and most of the business was done with their own cash in place of borrowed money, which is often the case else where. In hotel facilities Macon is well sup plied. The Brown House, conveniently located just opposite the Union Depot, ranks with the first South and is the leading one here. Judging from ap pearance and general management, the Proprietors seem well capable of doing justice to a high toned Saratoga or Long Branch Hotel. The Telegraph and Messenger, the leading paper here is very newsy, tele grams from all over the world are promptly given to the public daily and the paper has enjoyed a good reputation these twenty or thirty years. I cannot speak so well of its editorials, it is ever lastingly attacking everything and everybody. To criticise every bodies action is its greatdelight. The motive for these constant attacks are always heralded as an honest judgment for pub lic good, but the cruel public is very unappreciated as by their votes they have defeated nearly every measure championed by its editor. When its editorials at rare intervals refers agree ably to the opinion of any rival, it al ways reminds me of "Come into my parlor said the spider to tbe fly” style. Christmas is nearing and every body feels happy. I expect to see you this mouth, and will furnish the eggs and sugar, you, the X. Hawkinsviile Dispatch: “Tbe most aged cow in Georgia—perhaps in the United States—is owned by a citizen of Hawkinsviile. The owner assures us that the cow is one hundred years old, and is now giving tnilk. When wo mentioned the improbability—in fact, the almost impossibility—of bis cow being one hundred years old, the gentleman assured us that she had be longed to his grand parents, gieat grand parents and other ancestors, and that there is no doubt that the cow is one hundred years of age. We can say for the owney of the cow—the gentleman who makes the statement—that he is one of our most esteemed citizens, one not accustomed to exaggerate, and whose word has never been doubted. The gentleman is fifty years of age, and is a member of one of the old and noted families of the State.” That is a pretty still cow tale. We hope Woods will exercise his editorial influence to prevent a citizen of Hawkinsviile, from selling that cow, especially to any citizen butcher of Americus. Criminal Statistics.— ln the Geor gia penitentiary 100 convicts are there for murder, 75 for manslaughter, 50 for shooting at another, 120 for burglary in the day, 75 for burglary at night, 55 for bigamy, 43 for simple larceny, 10 for horse stealing, 15 for cattle steal ing, 16 for hog stealing, 50 for larceny from the house, 27 for larceny after trust, 45 for rape, 25 for attemp to rape and 8 for seduction, | Macon County Superior Court. Montezuma Weekly. Our Superior Court convened on Monday, Judge Allen Fort in the chair. After the organization of the court Judge Fort delivered his charge to the Grand Jury, (W. 11. Felton having been chosen foreman,) in a plain, con cise, and forcible way. He impressed upon them the high portance of Grand Juries; that the wisdom of ages bad found this method of imposing the obe dience of law tbe best. He told them that it was their sworn duty to enquire into the perpetration of all malicious offenses and that they weie protected by the secrets of the Jury room, and that their oaths were too sacred to be violated. He told them that it was his duty to call their attention to some very special laws, and that it was made his duty by the Legislature ot Georgia. Gaming and the keeping of gaming tables was contrary to the laws of our State, and that it was also an offence, tending to induce theft and roguery, to allow minors, post office and bank clerks, to enter their cells and engage in gambling pursuits. The carrying of concealed weapons had been wisely forbiden by our legislators; that the carrying of a pistol or dirk, unless open to inspection, was a misdemeanor and should be speedily punished, and that it was in the interest of peace and good order that this law* be strictly en forced. He said the law required him to charge them in relation to permitting minors to purchase intoxicating li quors, and play at billiards or at ten pins, without the written consent of the parents and guardians. He stated that this offense was often committed and bade them to particularly enquire into it. A single offence was the selling or furnishing of liquors to intoxicated per sons. He told them that it they knew of an instance where railroads failed to furnish pure water or lights for the convenience of passengers it was their duty to report it. Any interference with religious werships, or the sale of intoxicating liquors within a mile of any incorporate town, should be look ed into. He charged them to take into consideration all the criminal offenses, and to faithfully inspect all the affairs of the county. Judge Fort is an able parliamentarian and although this is the second court in which ho has pre sided he does so with ease and elegance and we expect a brilliant future for this ablejurist. AN NOUNCEM ENTS SUMTER COUNTY. FOR COUNTY TREASURER.” We are authorized to announce the name of C. C. SHEPPARD as a candidate for re election to the office of County Treasurer of Sumter county. dec9tde FOR SHERIFF. I hereby announce myself for re election to the office of Sheriff, with W. H. Cobb, as Deputy. I would also express my thanks for former support and favor from the voters of Sumter county. J. W. Mize. SCHLEY COUNTY. FOR SHERIFF. To the Voters of Schley County: I announce myself as a candidate for the office of Sheriff of Schley county, at the elec tion in January next, and earnestly solicit your support. H. W. COCKRELL, FOR TAX COLLECTOR. Through the solicitation of many friends, I announce myself a candidate for the office of Tax Collector of Schley county. I have not time and deem it unnecessary to canvass, and will rely upon my merits. Respectfully, oct2otde S. B. HALSTEAD. FOR TAX COLLECTOR. Thankful for past favors 1 again offer my self as a candidate for Tax Collector of Schley county, hoping that the good citizens of the county will appreciate tiie afflictions of myself and wife and give me their sup port in the coming election. Yours, vety respectfully, auglltde J. H. STEPHENS. LEE COUNTY. ” FOR SHERIFF. The many friends of N. H, WARE, an nounce him a candidate for Sheriff of Lee county, at the election to be held on the first Wednesday In January next. And earnestly request for him the support of all the citizens of said county. deeltde. sew §wiiTscftm*nto. Application—Letters Administration. GEORGIA— Lee County: To all Whom it may Concern. Whereas, Enoch S. Johns having filed Ins petition in my office for letters of admin istration on the estate of Mrs. Delphia E. Martin, late of said county deceased, These are therefore to cite and admonish all parties interested, whether kindred or creditors, to show cause on or before the January term of said Court,to be held on the third Monday in January, why the said letters should not be granted to the said pe titioner as prayed for. Witness my hand and official signature, this 7th day of December, 1882. dec9-30d G. C. Edwards, Ord’y. Application-Letters of Administration. GEORGIA— Lee Countt. To all Whom it may Concern. Whereas, Mrs. M. E. Laramore having filed her petition in my office for letters of administration on the estate of John L. Laramore, late of said county deceased, These are therefore to cite and admonish all parties interested; whether kindred or creditors, to show cause before the January term of said Court, to be held on the third Monday in January next, why said letters should not be granted the said petitioner as prayod for. Yvitnessmy hand and official signature, this the 7th day of December, 1882. dec9-30d G. C. Edwards, Ordy, Letters ot Administration to be Revoked GEORGIA— SchIey County. To all whom it may Concern. Mattie Hart, 1 vs I Court of Ordinary S. G. llart, adminlstra-1 tor with the will an-1> Schley county, nexed, of the estate of Isaac Hart, late of January term. Schley county dec’d. J All persons interested are hereby notified to show cause by the first Monday in January next, at the regular term of the court of Ordinary of Schley county, why an intestacy of the estate of Isaac Hart, late of Schley county deceaed should not be declared and the letters with the will annexed of S. G. Hart be revoked. Given under my hand and official signa ture this 6th day of December 1882. decatd c. L, BATTLE, Ord’y. -A. CARD. Buena Vista High School will open Its spring term, January Bth 1883. This announcement is made in the hope that the patrons will take knowledge of the fact that is highly important to each pupil to be gin at the opening of the exercises. A bill Is now before the Legislature to fur nish guns, and it is hoped this fact will still add to the attractive features of the institu tion. Ualesthenies taught by a competant teacher will afford a proper and graceful exercise for the girls, while the military drill will substantially furnish exercise for the boys. TERMS. Preparatory Department ?2 00 Intermediate, : 2 50 Academic, 3 00 Music, 3 00 Painting 4 00 These departments furnish an attiaetion. Drawing, 2 50 Incidental fee 10 cts. per month 1 00 Payments required monthly. decstf J. E. MATHIS, Principal. Scliley Sheriff Sales for January. Will be sold before the Court bouse door, in the town of Ellaville, Schley county, Ga., on the first Tuesday in January, 1883, the following described property, to-wit: Two thousand pounds seed cotton more or less; one hundred bushels corn more or less, and four stacks fodder, levied on by virtue of a distress warrant, issued from Schley Superior court, returnable to March term 1883, in favor of M. E. Hart, vs John Aaron, to satisfy above stated distress warrant. Property pointed out by plaintiff’s agent, this December 4th, 1882. dccß-tds T. B. MYERS, Sheriff. FARMERS READ. All who are indebted to me for Guano, are earnestly requested to settle by Decem ber 20th, after which time, I am ordered to place all the notes in the hands of an Attor ney for suit and collection, and the full face of tiie note will be required. My orders are imperative and I must obey. decHtd J. B. SCOTT. MrsTET RAINES -—HAS A Fine Assortment of CMstis Goods IN STOCK, SUCH AS Jewelry, Vases and Toys! CUPS AND SAUCERS ! Work Boxes, Writing Desks, Paper Weights, Ink Stands, Smoking Stands, besides Mies. raw urn goods. AND Millinery of all Kinds! Store at the same old stand, Jackson Street, westof the Public Square, Americus,Ga. decstf TO THOSE WISHING TO MAKE Ul’ m PRESENTS! I HAVE MATERIALS OF ALL KIND IN ALL THE NEW STYLES, Applique Figures for Table-Cov ers, Lambrequins, Tidies, Applique Silk Embroidery for Bannerettes, Pincushions, Watch Cases, Etc, Embroideried Slippers from 50c to $2.50, Slipper Cases, Perforated Panel Pictures for Embroidery, Plaques and Palettes for Painting. JUST RECEIVED! A LOT OF Beaver Hats and Turbans WHICH I WILL SELL VERY LOW. •firs. W. T. Elam. nov29tf Teachers’ Examination. Office Sup’t. Punic Schools, ) Americus, Ga., December 2,1882. S The committee of Public Schools will hold a session on Thursday, December 14th, at 9 o’clock A M., for the purpose of examining applicants for tiie position of Principal of High School. Applicants will be required to stand an examination in Latin, Higher Mathematics, English Grammar, and such branches as are usually taught in High Schools. By order of Committee on Examinations, etc. JOHN NEELY, Supt. deefitd F°r Sale. The Berrien County News and Office outfit, including two presses; an eight column Washington Hand Press, and Gordon jobber, in good condition, is offered for sale during the next thirty days. The paper is in its eighth volume, and its circu lation good. Address, “NEWS,” dec2tf Alapaha, Ga. J. J. HANESLEY S msimmitmiicikiy. I would call the attention of fanners and all others wishing a good mteal, to the fact that 1 am still running my RESTAURANT, Under the Barlow House, where I will ser re you up a warm meal at any hour. Oyste -s. Fish and Game served in their season, t also keep a full line ot CONFECTIONS ! Fruits, Cigars and Tobacco! Americus, Ga., Sept. 20, 1882. tf BRICK. BRICK. BRICK. I have THREE HUNDRE D AND FIFTY THOUSAND good new brick, which I will j sell cheap. Apply at once. I decOlm B. E.COBB. SPECIAL BARGAINS I A. stock . oir D I.OT TM CONSISTING OF IDress Splits I Business Stilts I Working Suits ! V IN IF OVIBCdATS! WHICH MUST BE SOLD, COST OR NO COST t ALL THE NOVELTIES IN AT JOHN B. SHAW’S Forsyth St., Americus, Ga. o Hats. Hats. Hats In Quantity. Quality, Variety and Style are not Surpassed by on S! r P th ®? e P ar ts. ’ and at Prices tnat Can t be Duplicated in this city. REMEMBER we do what we advertise, and “don’t you forget it:” JOHIsr IL. SFT AJW, The Boss Clothier, Hatter, Shirter, and Dealer in Gents' Furnishing Goods. nov22tf w KEEP lOUK ill'K I*F.\! THE LARGE STOCK OF Bouts, Sloes, lalyMlliiMas! IR,. CL BLACK HAS BEEN BOUGHT BY R. R. STEWART, Who will continue the business at the same place on the Corner Lamar Street and Public Square, : : : : Americus, Ga, for totl f standard of excellence in quality, lor whieii Mr. Black attained deserved popularity, believing that the BEST is'a 1 wavs the & d fh S,red^th^P eopl ?* My prices for all goids shall be moderate and sufted to please the most fastioeous m stvle, as well as the most scrupulous in economy and in every instance I will GUARANTEE them to be the best goods in the State for the money. Messrs J. H. BLACK, Jr., H. M, BROWN and R. M. STEWART as salesmen, who will be pleased to exhibit and sell to the patrons of the house at any and all times. Visits solicited whether you purchase or not, look at and P™? e „M ly t ? oo<,S ‘ 1 invitettie friends and patrons of the late firm to continue their favors notions,' purchase cordla y lnvit(;d to ca H and inspect, price, and if consistent with their GIVE JHE •! C.IELI novi-dm R. R. STEWART. Sew goods t I AM RECEIVING FOR THE w&m varan ybabk BOOKS, ALBUMS, WRITING PAPER. ENVELOV3S, BLANK BOOKS, INK, SLATES, CWROMOS, FRAMES, DESKS, PAPETERIES, FANCY GOODS, Etc., Etc. 1 o TOYS. TOYS. TOYS. TOYS. A LARGE STOCK OF NEW AND BEAUTIFUL TOYS ! Newspapers and Magazines for sale. Subscriptions Received and Forwarded. AGNES AYOOOK. (GENTS’ FURNISHING GOODS