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A New Roderick Dhu!
A strange and picturesque story comes to
ns from the mountains of Towns county.
The authority that wo have at, present is the
official report of the deputy in charge of the
squad which firsts interested.
It appears that, a few nights ago, a deputy
marshal of Marshal Fitzsiinons* force, with
seven assistant deputies and eight guards,
organized for a raid into Towns count}’. One
of the objects of the raid was to capture a
man hy the name of Berrony, who was
reported to lm a “ moonshiner” and the leader
of a hand of men organized for the purpose
of defying the revenue officers and protecting
the hidden stills of the mountain branches.
The raiding party moved along quietly
and by nightfall was in the neighborhood of
Berrony* s house. They waited until the
family had gone to sleep and then surrounded
the house an 1 closed in on the unsuspecting
family. Herronv. though surprised while
asleep, sprang from his bed and fled, clad
only in his night clothes. Despite this light
weight, he was overtaken by the deputies
and overpowered and tied.
In the meantime his family had awakened
and came to the door in more or less confu
sion, and making a good deal of fuss. While
the deputies were engaged with the prisoner
and the people at the door, a daughter of the
prisoner, about eighteen years of age, slipped
out of the back door, dressed only in the
garments in which she had been sleeping,
and ma le for the mountain side with the
fleetness of a young antelope. She carried
in her right hand a fox-horn, and fled through
the night like an apparition.
A deputy put out in pursuit of the fleeing
maiden, but his hoots and clothes encumbered
him, and she tripping over the sleeping
flowers with bare feet soon reached the top
of the hill. Once there she turned, and like
anew Roderick Dim, she gave one blast
upon her bugle horn. It was “well nigh
w( rth a thousand men.” for as the echoes
of the horn died away in the vailcys of the
night, ariue l men gathered silently but swiftly
to the cal I of the lightly-clad but stout-hearted
bugler.
As rapid!}’ as possible the deputy had iiis
prisoner dressed, and forming his men into
close order, moved off towards his wagons,
lie and his men were followed by the family
of the prisoner, which was constantly rein
forced by the arrival of mountaineers, aroused
and angry. By the time the deputies had
gone a mile tlie threatening force behind had
grown to twenty or twenty five men, and
tilings looked squally. When they had
reached a long, narrow defile the deputy in
charge found that there was a large force of
men in front of him. and that each side of
the defile was hold by sharpshooting nioun
taineers, who were hid len in the woods. The
force in his rear was pressed closer on him,
and he called a halt and began to look into
tilings, lie found his situation desperate.
He could turn no way without encountering
an armed squad, and lie felt that a fight in
the dark could promise nothing but bloodshed
and death. He therefore began to parley.
'Phe mountaineers demanded the release of
Berrony, who is said to have been their
leader. 'Phe deputy at first protested and
refused, but he soon found that there were
fifty men opposed to him, with the advantage
of position. The men agreed that certain
discovered stills should be given up, but the}’
would not listen to Berrony being taken
•*way. At length the deputy surrendered
him, and he joined his friends in the woods.
The < 1 c*i >t l l,s es had two other prisoners and
attempted to get away with them. As they
were marching along through the dark, some
one whispered to one of the deputies:
“Come this way.” lie supposed that it was
one of his follow deputies an 1 moved in the
direction indicated. Suddenly ho was
knocked down and bundled up and pitched
into a fence corner. The deputies discovered
his capture, halted again and held a little
council of war. They were afraid to fire on
the “ moonshiners,” because they supposed
the missing deputy was in their power.
And the “ moonshiners” were afraid to fire
on them for fear of hitting the prisoners.
Tim two squads confronte 1 each other quietly
in the dark woods for awhile, when the dep
uties silently but in good order withdrew an and
hurried out of Towns county. They carried
off their two prisoners, but left Berrony
behind.
This is the report in substance as made
by the deputy to Marshal Fitzsimons. The
Marshal is not in the city at present, but w >
presumo when he returns he will take steps
to have the arrest of the defiant mountaineer
made over again, and made so that it will
stick.
A LATER ACCOUNT.
Mr. Robinson, the deputy marshal who
was in charge of the raiding party, has
reached the city and gives a full account of
the alTair. lie says that it is impossible to
overestimate the defiance with which the
mountaineers met the officers.
He says that Berrony is a Frenchman of
bravery an 1 ability an 1 shrew Iness. and
that he has a determine! following that fully
understand the situation, lie says that when
they arreste l Berrony he said : “ [ have
two stills an 1 there they are. I've been
running them for ten years and I defy you
to take them.”
When his friends began to gather in the
woods and darkness he would call out to
them, “There’s only twelve of them here,
but they’re armed to the teeth. Don’t attack
them till the re>t of the boys come !”
Robinson turned and said to him: “The
first shot they fire on us I’ll kill you !”
He renliel : “Kill and he d—d. If you
luirt me there won’t a man of you get out of
these hills alive.” He then went oa and
saivl: “If you don’t hurt me they won’t
hurt you!”
When an attack seemed imminent one of
the deputies said to Berrony: “Throw up
your hat and tell them not to shoot.” Ber
rony laughed and said : “If I throw up my
hat they’d shoot sure.”
He talked with his ambushed friends witli
the utmost freedom and nonchalance, and
seemed to be jolly over the crowd of them
that was gathering. After he had heen
released, lie turne 1 to Shepherd, one of the
deputy collectors, and said: “Shepherd, I
want to warn you now that if you ever come
over these mountains again you are a dead
min !*’
Mr. Robinson sa}-s that the organization
seemed perfect, and that the mountaineers
sank out of view like’shadows at a sign from
their leader, or came to the front at his call.
It will probably get to be interesting before
these men are disabled, if, indeed, they are
disabled at all.
We learn that in a skirmish with another
crowd of distillers, Deputy Shepherd was
shot in the face and neck, on Saturday night
last. This trouble occurred in Rabun county,
i but we have no particulars from the scene of
action.— Atlanta Constitution.
The Henry County Weekly savs that Mr.
L. H. Moore killed a water-fowl on Turnip
seed's fish pond last Saturday that is believed
to be a real swan h}’ those who examined it.
Its plumage was perfecl}’ white with black
beak and feet, an 1 corresponded exactly
with description of that raro bird found in
standard ornithological works. It measured
6 feet and 9 inches from point to point of its
wings, and 4 feet 3 inches from tip to tail.
It weighed 14 pounds,
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I AM now located in the Venable corner, pre
pared and ready to do all kinds of work on
Boots and Shoes. Boots and Shoes made or re
paired at prices to suit the times. Give me a call,
and I will warrant satisfaction.
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PROGRAMMES, Circulars. Ac., for schools
and academies, printed at this office.
Fall and Winter
DRY GOODS,
Carpets, Boots and Shoes,
Mens’, Boys’ & Youths’ Clothing
AT THE IMMENSE HOUSE OF
M. G. & J. Colien,
Nos. 1 & 2 Deupree Block, Athens, Ga.
We have opened and will receive an elegant as
sortment of New Fall and Winter Goods, com
prising the latest novelties in Silks. Velvets, Satin,
Brocade Silks, and all the new shades and combi
nations in Dress Goods, at lower prices than at
any other house in the city.
BLACK CASHMERE
At 15c, 25,35,50, GO, 75, sl.
COLORED CASHMERE,
In all the Newest Shades, from 15 conts to all
wool, at 60 cents,
BLACK ALPACAS,
In great quantities, from 15 to GO cents a yard.
FA.isrcrsr dress goods
Of all kinds and qualities from 12$ to 75c. a yard.
COTTON SXJITHSTGS
In beautiful designs, at 7$ cents, worth 10 cents.
HOSIERY.
Having purchased an immense assortment of
these goods at very low prices, we are enabled to
give our customers the advantage in Ladies’,
Misses’ and Childrens’ Hose, at lower prices than
Gvcr.
RIBBONS.
We have this season a very large and compiete
stock of Gross Grains, in all color*, and a full line
of SatiH anti Broche two tone, and other ribbons,
at extremely low prices.
SHOES.
Sole Agents for MILES’ PHILADELPHIA SHOES.
A full line of other first-class makes in Pebble
Goat, Morocco and Calf, with French heels and
toes. Also, a full lino of Mens’ Boots, from the
the cheapest to line hand made, at unprecedented
low prices.
Carpets, Rugs, Mats, Blankets,
Shawls, Balmoral Skirts,
Cloaks and Dolmans,
In all the latest styles, from $2.50 up.
Marseilles Quilts, Table Damask, Napkins,
Doylie's Towels, Shades and
Piano Covers.
The Best Corsets the State at 50 Cents.
CLOTHING.
We beg leave to call the attention of the public
to this stock, as we make clothing for Men, Youths
and Boys our specialty. Our stock this fall is
more complete and cheaper than ever. We are
sure you can save money by looking at our goods
before purchasing elsewhere.
The largest and most complete
Stock of Buttons in the State.
Ladies’ and Gents’ Linen Cuffs and Collars:
Ladies’ and Gents’ Gloves in all the new Styles.
Kid Gloves at 40 cents, worth 75 cents. Ladies’
Under Vests. Children's Union Suits. Chil
dren’s Under Vests. Men and Youth’s Under
wear in all qualities and latest styles.
WE SELL
THE KING OF SHIRTS.
Every shirt guaranteed to fit, and made of the
best Wamsutta muslin. OUR OWN SHIRT at
50 cents and 75 cents. The best Shirt in the mar
for the money.
We would respectfull y call the attention of our
customers and the trade at large that our stock is
STRICTL Y FIRST- CLASS ,
AND THAT WE HAVE
No BAITS , No HUMBUGS ,
No Misrepresentations,
No False Quotations of Goods
ALLOWED IN OUR HOUSE !
DON’T YOU FORGET IT !
October 3d, 1870.
COME ON, EVERYBODY
H THE TIMES. IB7-8 I'S
'”' f " 8L MmMmw*' ' - ’ i
AND BUY A COOK-STOVE/
And We Intend to Sell Cheaper Than Ever!
A. K. CHILDS k CO v
Athens. Ga.
Don’t Forget to Look for the BIG RED STOVE.
|)cofcßßimi(if & business Sards.
ROHBllt r S. IIOWAKIE
Attorney and Counselor at Law,
JEFFERSON, GA.
Office in the “ Webb Building.” feb2l 79
WILEY C. HOWARD,
Attorney and Counselor at Law,
JEFFERSON, GA.
Will attend faithfully to all business entrusted
to his care. Office—Col. Thurmond’s old office,
near Randolph’s corner. feb2l, 79
WII. SHIPKIAS,
* Attorney at Law,
Harmony Grove, Jackson Cos., Ga.
Faithful attention given to collections and all
other business. Clients’ money never spent, but
promptly forwarded. January sth, IS7B.
J. J. FLOYD, I J. B. SILMAN,
Covingten, Ga. | Jetfcrson, Ga.
FLOYI> & SILMAN,
ATTORNEYS-AT-LAW.
Will practice together in the Superior Courts oi
the counties of Jackson and Walton.
iuncl2 —1 v
WILL. I. PIKE. AY. S. M’CARTY.
PIKE A McCARTT,
Attorneys at Law,
JEFFERSON, JACKSON CO., GA.
Will give prompt and thorough attention to all
kinds of legal business m Jackson and adjoining
counties. One or both, always in the office, ex
cept when professionally absent. feb2
Dr. W. S. Alexander,
SURGEON DENTIST,
Harmony Grove, Jackson Cos., Ga.
WILL be at Jefferson on the first Monday and
Tuesday in each month, and will continue
his stay from time to time as circumstances may
justify. Terms LOW, FOR CASH, and work
done in a superior manner.
July 10th, 1875.
N. W. Carithers, M. 1)., D.D. S.
OFFERS his professional services to the citizens
of Jefferson and the surrounding community.
He can always be found at his office, in the Billy
Thompson store, unless professionally absent.
March 14th, 1879.
Stoves ! Stoves!
Larger Stock than Ever!
Prices as Low as the Lowest!
The improved iron kin©
IS THE ACKNOWLEDGED
Monarch of all Cooking Stoves!
All that 1 ask is a careful inspection of its me
rits, which cannot fail to convince any one in
want of a FIRST-CLASS COOK STOVE, beau
tifully FINISHED AND SUBSTANTIALLY MADE,
that the
Tron King has no Superior!
I have now on hand the largest assortment of
Cooking and Heating Stoves in Northeast Geor
gia. Examine my stock and prices, and he con
vinced.
J. C. WILKINS,
Broad Street, Athens, G-a.
sept 20
Works : Christiana, Lancaster Cos.. Pa.
Office: 23 S. Beaver St., York, Pa.
PATENTS.
F. A. Lehmann, Solicitor of American and
Foreign Patents. Washington, D. C. All busi
ness connected with Patents, whether before the
Patent Office or the Courts, promptly attended to.
No charge made unless a patent is secured. Send
for circular. nov 7—tf
BUG GIBS and Wd G ONSI Wd G OM'S and BUG GIM
D. C. HURLEY,
WITH TWENTY YEARS EXPERIENCE IN THE BEST SHOPS NORTH AND SOIA
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THE PEOPLE OF JACKSOIT
CAN BUY BETTER BARGAINS AT
PENDERGR ASS BROS. & CO'S
IN JEFFERSON, CA„
Thaw They Can Anywhere El#
CALL AND SEE THEIR NEW STOCK OF
BOOTS, SHOES AND HENS’ HATS,
Mens’ Ready-Made Clothing,
PRINTS, JEANS, OSNABURGS, SHIRTING^
Sheetings, Bleachings, Flannels, Worsteds, Linseys, ft"
LADIES’ CLOAKS & ZEPHYR SHAWL?
BOX O FT IR, O ZMI O S ,
Mustache Cups, Motto Cups, Fancy Candy, Stick Ca&fr
Perfumes a Handkerchiefs, Hair Oil, 8?c.
Hardware, Glassware, Tinware, Horse and Mule Shoes, Nails
UPPER .AY ND SOLE LEATHER,
And many other articles too tedious to mention. Call and see them, they mean
say— they will sell you goods as CHEAP as ANYBODY.
Jefferson, Ga., Nov. 7th, 1879.
j (7% S~\ A MONTH guaranteed. sl2 a
: , |fl If ■ day at home made by the indus
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! money faster at work for us than at anything else.
The work is light and pleasant, and such as any
one can go right at. Those who are wise who see
this notice will send us their addresses at onee and
see for themselves. Costly Outfit and terms free.
Now is the time. Those already at work are lay
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GO., Augusta. Maine. junc!3
TREMONT HOUSE
WASHINGTON, I). C.
This popular hotel has been entirely ft
having accommodations for 300 guests. a .
continue to be the only First-class house
city at moderate rates. Terms $2.50 pt‘ r ■.
F. P. HILL, Prop”**
V * ' ' *'•' 4 l t , A
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