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®tw W«Wg ftepubUran. follow*: !SK r rriSj. , “.^~f= !?&?75SSiSow. (loAItUr arrives dally - ; • * * - 10atp.m Sight passenger op (from Albany) arrives dally 4 23 Day freight down dally exeeptSab- day arrive* - * - • - Mav freight op dally except Sun- *' »lay arrives - -- -- - 9*0 Am Sight freight down dally except Monday arrives 2M Am \i»bt freight up dally except Hon-' "day arrive* 2:40 Ai LOTT WARREN, Agent Departure of Mail* from Americas, m ii!s going West and South eloee at it M a.1 " North and East close at - 3 r.i Sight malls for Maeou aid points ‘ Ivyond close at - Sr.» lUieua Vista and EUavlUe malls close at - - - BUM Lumphin and Preston mails close Monday, Wednesdayand Friday at 1 r.u. Friendship, DranesviUe • Church Hill, dally (except Sunday) Jiottf lord and Providence close on ‘closes on Friday's at - - tlx „bove will continue v~“‘ — '* - i:ige in Railroad a-hednle. Friday‘j Tiic above will continue until there ■ 1 schedule. V. A. BLACK P.1L .( JAS. F. ROSS, o _ •r.ndldate to represent Sumter county In the 11-egls! 17th District 1 -* untyln _ Julyl5-tf Publisher's Notice. There remain on our books a t her of unsettled accounts of longstand ing which we desire to have settled, and in order to bring about this, we have placed these accounts In the hands of W. C. Simmons, Esq., who is authorized to make settlements with the parties. joly23tf. Our Artesian Well. The work of boring goes bravely on and our artesian well has reached the depth of about four hundred feet. DIED. of congestion, on tho night of the •JOth, Irene, daughter of Mr. W. H. Mathews, of this county, aged about eleven years. “Suffer little children to come unto Me, and forbid them not.” Burglary. Sunday night the window of the office of the Americas Ice Company was forcibly opened, the private box of the President broken open and about forty dollars woTth of Jewelry, etc. stolen. A clew, which may lead to the arrest eftho perpetrator has been found. A Large Yield. Mr. W. W. Thompson of Smith- ville has shipped 260 crates of Le Conte pears, from 130 trees, eight years old. 40 busliMsof the pears had been blown off by a storm; them he did not ship. All of the 130 trees grew on one and one-eight aero of land. Lee County Conrt. A number of our citizens attended the Quarterly Session of the County Court oi Lee county at Leesburg last Monday. Messrs. James Dodson, E. O. Simmons, Eugene Hawkins, Chas. Stanfield, U. S. Locket and Will Buchanan were ail there as parties, attorneys or witnesses in tho business of the Court. Our Town Well. Our towu well is so strongly min eral that a person of ordinary olfac tories will not make more than step in a room that has been closed, before he will know by the smell of mineral, if a bucket or pitcher of the water is there, and yet some people want the water analyzed to find out if it has mineral properties. Prof. Allen's School. We desire to call attention to tho. advertisement of Prof. W. H. Allen in thi9 issue. Prof. Allen is a ripe scholar, thorough disciplinarian, a man of long experience and well merited success in his profession and a gentleman in every -sense of that .word. He will prove a valuable member of our socie ty and a u<;cful and proficient Prind- iwl of Itylander’8 Academy. Mr. W. M. HawkeA It will be seen by reference to an advertisement in this issue, that Hon. Wm. M. Hawkcs is again a candidate for the lower house of the Georgia Legislature^ subject to the action of the county convention. Sumterconn- ty has never^been more ably or faithfully represented in that body than by Mr. Hawkcs and we have idea there will be any organized op position to bis re-election. The Re publican will give him a cordial and earnest support. Candidates tar Nomination. Messrs. G. W. Warwick and J. W. Forrester, of Lee will both run In the convention to nominate a Democrat ic candidate for State Senator from the 10th District. According to the rotation system it is Leo’s time to elect a Senator and wo understand that Worth and Dougherty will abide by the decision of her primary meet ing to-morrow. Messrs. Warwick and Forrester are both good effident men and if successful at the polls, the dis trict will be well and satisfactorily represented, no matter which wins tho nomination. A Prosperous Mill. Hon. Harper Black has bought out the Elias Clark mill, near Magnolia Springs, and purchased a full set of new machinery which places the mill in first rate running order. He grinds only corn at present, but will be grinding wheat In the cc month. Mr. C. T. Simmons, an honest, up- J% . g bt man and a man oflongcxpe- mffi 00 In wiH superintend the Those who patronize the mill need entertain no fears that the big rains v r/ffeet its operations. It bas a to" ^ Ambling dam and abundant nood gates to make It secure against of h ‘8h water. It do- wd ml , 8 to receive a large »nd liberal patronage. ^ Shiloh reboot On Wednesday the lGth, wo took n seat with Mr. William Dickerson and went out 10 Shjlob, seven miles north east of AmericuCto witness tho dol ing exercises of Prof. 8. J. Derrick’s school. Although we readied there by nine o’clock, an' assembly that reached deddedly into the hundreds were there ahead of os, and the examina tion progressing. The principal classes examined were thoso in English *rid Latin, Grammar, Virgil, Arithmetic and Algebra and tho recitations received the marked and interested attention of the audience. - There was bat one opinion of the School expressed by the patrons and visitors; the opinion that the Teacher is, in every respect, competent and qualified, and that the pupils have made creditable and meritorious pro- in their studies. The School is well attended, and as there Is abund ant materialintheneighborhood for a still larger School, and since this ex amination has proved so successful; It Is quite probable that Prof. Derrick will find the number of his ,pupils In creased next term. After the Reci tations came Speeches and Composi tions by the boys and girls which were well delivered, and .listened to with much attention. We would like to refer specially to one or two of those but, where all did the best they could it wonld be wrong to specify those who excelled. , . At the conclusion of these Exercises the following prizes, awarded by the Teacher, were presented by Hon. J. N. Hudson, in a'.brlef and appropriate address: Prize to Miss Snsle E. Sheppard for best spelling In diction ary class. Prize to B. H. McMathfor proficiency in Mathematics. Prize to Miss Bailie Harvey for best Spelling in Webster’s Spelling book. Prize to Miss Aeolia Caldwell for improve- couree ment in Penmanship. Prize to Wm. Pilcher for General excellency. Prize to Mirk Harvey for excellence in DOWN THE ROAD. We, tho Junior, went to Albany on Saturday's train. Along tho read crops are reported In a more promis ing condition than usual at this season of the year. In Dougherty, as In Ter rell, the com crop has bad to recover from the effects of a long drought which, it was feared, wonld prove disastrous. Mr. Henry Williams, living just above the Lee line, has a patch of three acres, in ground peas, the vines or which avenge nearly three feet across, and s great many measure four feet, from side to side. The rain-fall atSmithvUleonthenlght of thelltb, the night on which the mill pond of Mr. Wells overflowed and the railroad was washed np, is Bald to have had precedent in this section for many years past. The rain reached a dis tance of from three to four miles in ©very direction and lasted about throe hours, daring which time the rain fall measured between twelve and thirteen inches. Late Saturday and Sabbath even ts we hong round the Broad street artesian well and looked with curiosi ty upon the gathering and the ingath ering—the surging, swaying billows of mortality that ebbed and flowed; and the crowd and press and jam of the multitude reminded ns of what have read about the great collec tion at the pool of SUoam, when the waters were about to be troubled by the healing wings of the angel. The water of that well and the water of our town well have very much the same taste, and if ours could come bonneing op, fresh, spontaneous and perennial, so that every thirsty per- School Arithmetic. Prize to Latins Harvey for success in general Arith metic. We asked the .Prof, to give as a list of the prizes, and did not know, until we reached home, that he had not done so in the paper he handed as; but we are satisfied that the books and other things presented were ap propriate keepsakes.' At tho close of the presentation ex ercises, Master Charley Sheppard de livered a graceful Valedictory, aftev which, we alj repaired to the dinner table. Ah, that dinner, that dinner 1 Ev ery thing tho stomach could want, or the palate coaid crave—everything good or desirable, or healthful to the appetite and tho digestion was there and all cooked as well as cooking coaid be done. The warm ness of the hospitality of that people W03 folly equal to the excellence and abnndance of their table comforts; our teeth eloquent on that occasion and (Aeydidthe dinner justice, bat our poor, clumsy, slow motioned, poke- easy, good-for-nothing pen is inade quate to the task. Well we ate and the people were good, and kind, and clever, and hospitable and asked us to have something more, and when we had had soniethmg more until oar stomach felt likp it had been squoze down on by a compress, they called for a speech. Well we stood up to speechify, and oar analysis was about as follows: 2-100 of ns water melon, 50-100 beef, 20-100 biscuits, 75-100 cake and pies, 95-100 peaches, that’s tho analysis that made the speech, and wo leave the reader to draw his own inferences as to the question of success or failure. We were really and heartily pleased with those people and we think they have cause to be prood of their Teach er, prond of the progress made by tbeir children and proud of the Intel ligence, integrity and moral and relig- influence that pervade their pop ulous and thickly settled neighbor hood. It is said that no Editor has ever before visited Shiloh. This proves; that Editors like other people who are prone to wander,” often neglect golden opportunities. We shall always cherish a kind re membrance of the hospitality of these people, and be glad at any time to visit them again and give any aid in lr power to their flourishing School. The Exhibition came off Friday night, we were notable to attend and in make no report. Thanks. • * The Republican office returns thanks to Mr. W. W. Thompson, for a crate of Le Conte pares sent by ex press. They were very fine indeed, and very highly appreciated. We are glad to know Mr. Thompson is successful in raising this fruit. Wo return thanks to Mr. T. W. Ansley of this city, for a nice lot of Le Conte Pears ho presented us hu Friday. Mr. Ansley had with him Pear limb abont 18 inches long, o which were 20 well grown, healthy Pears. These Pears were raised by his nephew, Mr. J. H. Ansley of Thom- asvilie. We also return thanks to our friend, Mrs. J. M. Simmons for a foil mess of peaches, cantaloupes and condi ments sent to this office Friday after noon. They were relished and joyed and highly appreciated. Good Cora sad Cotton. Mr. J. C. Nicholson, who bas just returned from a trip through Web ster and Stewart counties, says that he has nevef looked upon better com crops than he saw on the route. From Bottsford on to BoxanUe, Red Hill to the Chattahoochee line, then Randolph everything.is green and luxuriant. The cotton crop presents the same good appearance. He states that all through the country to Co- Iambus, Cteu, tbs promise is the lar gest crops ever made. Very, few crops were found In tho grass, and fanners are all Jubilant. MARRIED. At the residence of Dr. T. E. Smith, In this dty, on Sunday, 13th instant, by Justice of the Peace Wilson, Mr. J. H. Cloud, and Miss Nellie Bass. Sunday morning, 20th Inst., at tho residence of the bride’s mother in this city, by Rev. J. U Vass, Mr. George Wood and Miss Batj.tX Gloves. Ho cards. J*. 13 CEL: could teath out and receive drink, It would soon be- rivaling that of Albany in its semi-miracoloas re sults. We went to see the editors, of did. On entering the Heir* office, we saw brother McIntosh ab stractedly gazing on a newspaper, and knew in a moment, from his re flective manner, that he had treed an article. “Hot as hades,” said he, speaking to htynself, and we didn’t know whether he referred to the arti- the weather. True, wo saw he was perspiring, but we knew not the temperature of the article. He is in good health and fine spirits and the wheels of his newspaper ma chinery in splendid running order. Having failed to find Bro. Hanlon In his sanctum Saturday afternoon, we dropped in aud spent a pleasant hour with him Monday morning. He will commence publishing his promised daily about the middle of next month. Anything that bears tho impress of his intellect will pos sess pith and spice and raciness and strength; and his dally may confi dently be expected to contain tho latest news, the best clippings and the soundest political orthodoxy. With two such dailies In her corpo- te limits, Albany will go on her way rejoicing. They will keep pace with her water and her railroads in giving growth and development to her business. The Artesian City has undergone •me favorable changes since we were there in February. The ice factory is almost completed and will proba bly take in the dosing days of sum mer. Messrs. Charles Tift andC. J. Daniel have both moved Into new and ele gant houses, and much more building and repairing are going on; all of which obtain snfficient airing from tho editors there,to show that the city is in a flourishing and prosperous dition. We might say more, but the prin ter cries for “copy.” Perhaps he’ll cry yet worse when he goes to read the copy. ' Rev. J. L. Vass. This able and efficient minister, the pastor elect of the Americas Baptist church, called on us on Thursday of last week, on his way to bis new field which he formally enters next Sab. bath. Until elected to the Americas church he had been for thirteen yean the succeasfol pastor of the church at Spartanburg, S. C. We often met him daring oar visits into the State, and know whereof we affirm, when we say that he was one of the most effi cient, successful and beloved of all the ministers In that cultivated and pro- gresssive land. The Americas church may bo congratulated on securing his services. Among his many good quali fications, Is that of getting brethren to do their doty in the matter of lib erality, and now that a new church edific\Is to be built, Mr. Vass is the very man tocondnct tho work* to a successful accomplishment: A new, elegant, beautiful and commodious brick church for our people, at Ameri- 1, may be regarded as one of the certainties of the near future. We wish the new pastor the most abun dant success, ami in l*ehalf of the Georgia brethren extend to him a cor dial welcome.—Chistian Index 10th iifttant. " Our Enigmas. The following letter la from the child who was first to solve enigma: Mr. Kit Warren : Our paper with _ie enigma was delayed and did not reach as In time. I received the paper and got the puzzle two hour* after wards. It was the 17th at 10 o’clock when 1 got it. I had no help, and am under fifteen jears of age. My an- folly* Lucy Rogers. You are right and the prize is here for you. Miss Jennie is a little be hind this time, but maybe she will catch up on the next. Now here’s one that is easy and simple. Let’s see who will be first to Bolve it, and don’t forget to state that you are under fifteen and the day and time of day yon finished tho solu tion: I am composed of 12 letters: My 4111012 2—To move smoothly. My 3 8 9 2—A word denoting pain. My 1 0 4—A sinking. My 7 5 2—A feminine quadruped. My whole is what pal and mal are all tho time advising children to do. An End to Bono Scraping. Edward Shepherd, of Harrisburg, Til,, says: “Having received so much THE A. P. & L. RAILROAD. Subscription Completed—T 1 Woi t Grading to Begin at Oner. railroad meeting held in the Court house Monday, a large assem bly of our citizens were present to hear the report of tho Committees on Subscriptions, and take iiual action, with reference to tho building of the Americas, Preston A Lumpkin Rail road. Col. W. T. Davenport was In the chair and Mr. H. C. Baxley, Sccreta- Dnring the progress of the meet ing Mr. Bagley was called away by business and Mr. A. W. Smith ap pointed to serve In his’place._ The reports submitted by the Com mittees, through^Mesare. Perry and Bchumpert disclosed the gratifying feet that money enongh was sub scribed to build the road, and the announcement was greeted with rapturous and long continued plau dits; and a resolution to build the road was passed unanimously, amidst PERSONAL AND OTHERWISE. — . ’Rah for tho A. P. and L. Railroad Now is tho timo to boom np tho Americus ”—* W — - * * Railroad. -Preston- and Lumpkin The meeting then adjourned subject to the call of the presiding officer. The decision of this meeting was a most important event in the history of Americas, an event for which the Republican has labored “in season and out of season,” an event which will bring a harvest of fruitful results to our city and section. This railroad will be a great throb bing poise through which most flow life-blood of social and financial prosperity. Notwithstand ing the gratification and enthusiasm Which prevail at this moment, the ultimate destiny and destination of this enterprise is not yet fully appre ciated. The reaching of Lumpkin and the eventual passing on to Flor- wlll be but tho beginning of the The -road will open the whole West to ns by another, a nearer and a more convenient route than we have heretofore bad and bring a boundless wealth of products from tho Missis sippi valley in direct competition with the great Northeast. This assertion would admit of much elaboration But the time for evidence and argument have passed and we gladly leave off words since they are to be substituted by actions which ‘speak loader.” The Republican has done its doty, the people have done their duty and now the labor of the spade comes next. Hear Ye Afflicted. Marshal Griggs, a whole-souled, genial gentleman, of Atlanta, has been perambulating Americas, seek ing the poor afflicted people, that he might pour tho oil of consolation in their hearts, and heal their deformi ties with his ncvcr-feiling remedy, B. B. B. He has even wont so for to have tracts distributed all over town, that the ailing might read and be wise, and profit by their wisdom in being made whole by tryingsome of his remedies, which can be had at Dr. Eldridge’s Drug Store. Griggs is traveling fortho Dromgoole remedy, which is doing so much for suffering humanity, and relieving them of all their afflictions. His ad vertisement will appear In the Re publican of next week, and all furth er information of usefulness of the remedies can bo had of Dr. Eldridge. Dem Lectio Birds. A German, fresh from the “Fader- land,” sat in boot of the hotel In Al bany last Saturday night industrious ly limning off a swarm of hungry gnats which seemed resolutely re solved to colonize his fece. The in sects were the smallest of their tribe and evidently the most familiar short acquaintance* The German showed all the aggres sive and unwearying cnerg which belongs to his people. He wiggled, he figeted, worried and squirmed and bounced and flounced and beat and batted and flapped aud fought, and at length, in a solemn spasm of in dignation, exploded thus: “Ipelieves dem leetlo birds is mad mit me coomin’ to tis tam cooutry.” ' t Sugared Pineapples. Use sound ripe pineapples; peel slice them about half an inch thick, removing the little brown circles with sharp knife; after the frnlt is peeled, weigh it, and use one pound am) a quarter of crashed sugar to every pound of fruit; beat the sugar until it is quite fine; pat the pineapple and sugar into glass jars, in alternate lay- using the sugar profusely; after filling the jars, seal them air tight, and keep them 1n a cool place null tho pineapple is required; they will keep a long time if the jars are proper- ly sealed. Hurry up that new hotel now, gen tlemen. MIsb Hattie Stewart, of this city is visiting friends in Buena Vista. Americas is booming In tbo way of new buildings. Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Hawking left on Friday, to>v|sit relatives in Pmeville. Read Dissolution Notice of Mo- Tyier4 Miller; and other new ad vertisements. father, B. B. Hinton. Abase ball is one that hits A man where the small of his back would be it he were feeing the other way. Miss Meta Beauchamp, one of Lee’s most charming and fesdnating young ladies is visiting at the residence of Mrs. Leonard, of this city. We wish hor a pleasant visit. The block of new brick bniidings ow going up in placo* of the burnt one, will contain as handsmno a Tow of business houses as are to be found in the State.. f Five centadoubled thirty-five times wonld pay the national debt. We are perfectly willing to do onr part by taking the first double. But the ques tion is, who will keep it up? Mr. J. D. Holstead, of Schley coun- J, gave us a pleasant call Friday.'He says crops in his county, where they have been properly worked, are the best he ever saw. sorry to learn that Prof. Allen and femily have decided to leave Dawson analocat We hope that they w yet.—Dawson Journal. The new Presbyterian Church now going up in this city, when comple ted, will be a handsome building. The design is a beautiful one, and,the work is being executed ‘ in a supnrb and feollleas manner, -y Bill Hooks, of Lee county, was in the city Friday, receiving the'con gratulations of his friends, on account of a fine-looking boy ■ to call -him pappy. Mr. Willie Gotney and family, of Taylor county, spent the early part of tho--week in the city, visiting Mrs. Morgan and other relatives. They left for home Wednesday. We omitted in our last to return thanks to our friend, Mr. A. J- Buch anan, for two fine watermelons, but as it is never too late to do good, we take this occasion to make onr bow to him and express our gratitnde for his kindness. May be live long, and die happy. Dr. E. K. Bozeman, of Friendship, as In the city Tuesday, talking up the A. P. and L. Railroad. He says the citizens of that neighborhood mil subscribe from fifteen to twenty thou sand dollars for the road to go by the way of Friendship. Mr. H. Loguo and Mr. Charlie Shep pard, both of Davisborougb, came down on the twelve o’clock train Fri day, and went out on a visit to Mr. C. C. Sheppard, of this county, who is uncle to the latter gentleman. And now a certain young mi _ more, for Mias know it. Have had a running sore on my leg for eight years; my doctors told me I would have to nave the bone sermped or leg unposted. I mod, instead, time bottle, of Elec tric Bitten nod coven boxes Buck- len'a Arnica Solve, and my leg is now ■onad and well.” Electric Bitten are -old at fifty BIbbonel Bibbonsl New goods- orate a botUe,and BocklenVAmLc. new color* new styles, at JohxB. Salve »t 25c. per box byDr.E-J, Shaw. 1 Eldridge. Cheap Bran, Etc. L. B. Bosworth is offering Bran at lower rates than any other house in the city. Call on him, and you will find the best stock of groceries, fancy and staple canned goods, and every thing else that is good you ever saw. He has also the best line of liquors. Brandies, Whiskies, Wines, Porter, Ale and Beer, that was ever gathered in one honse; and tho beauty is, he sells so cheap that no easterner ever leaves him to do their trading else where. Read his Bran card. I Bocklcn’* Arnica Salve. The best Salve In the world for Cots' Braises, Sores, Ulcers, Salt Rheum, COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS. Regular Meeting, 1 Councilor amber, Americus G a. y ’ July 21,1884. J Present—Mayor Felder. Aid. Bell, Bart, Hawkins, Morgan and Cobb. Absent—Aid. Williams. - - Minutes ot last meeting-read and confirmed. The Committee reported adversely upon the petition of W. F. Marsh for permission, to extend dam at Mitch ell’s mill. Report received and adopt ed; Aid. Morgan, Chairman Cemetery Committee, reported repairs on fence completed, and recommended that the fence be painted. Report received and the Committee instructed to get estimate of cost for painting same and report stnext meeting. Aid. Hawkins offered the following, which was adopted: That the street Committee notify the Railroad authorities to widen the crossing between their track and Mitchell’s mill. The street Committee was instruct ed to consult tho City Attorney in re gard to damages for repairs on street at Mitchell’s mill. The question of repairs on Hampton street rower was referred to the Street Committee. Aid. Cobb was excused, and retired. A committee of four, consisting of MayorFelder, -Aldermen Hawkins, Bart hnd Morgan, was appointed on sanitary laws.. This committee was also instructed to wait upon Dn E. J. Eldridge, and request him to serve as Chairman of Board of Health. The following bills were ordered paid: National Tube Works Co., $582.02 and $20.10; C. W. Hancock, $55.00; Jasper Welden, $3.90; Chas. Catledge, $3.00; Ceazar Comer, $1.30; Amos Johnson, $1.70; W. G. Ragan, $2.50; Frank Everett, 50c. J .*M. Moore reports toil from 1st to 15th Inclusive, $50.15. Report of Clerk and Treasurer for 2nd ' Quarter received and ordered spread upon the minutes. Council adjourned. D. K. Brinson, Clerk and Treasurer. Skcokd _Qcabt*bly Report or Clesk XHD Tkeasuuek, Showing Bxcxnm •aud Dbbcbsiiczxtj from Aran. 1, to July i, 1884. SCHLEY COUNTY NEWS- G. T. WALKER, - EUaville, Ga, July 211384. Schley Democratic Convention. The Democratic voters of Schley county are requested to meet at the Conrt house in EUaville, Saturday, August 2nd, at 3 p.' m., for the purpose of electing delegates to the Convention which meets in Americas, August 6th, to nominate a candidate for Congress. E. 6. Baldwin, Chairman. G. T. Walker, Secretary. July 10th, 1884. Peach pies, aud milk and peacbev, are daily on the tables of onr people. Sweet potatoes are growing rapidly, and inay be counted on our bill of fare. Peaches have been rotting on the trees before they get ripe, even enongb t0 dry ’ Many preparations have been made for the Pine Grove barbecae, which comes off to-day. MABhizo.—On the evening of the 22nd inst., at the brida’a residence, Mr. A. J. Autrey and Mrs. Sallie Johnson. Both of Schley county. If bread is worth ten centa a loaf and you only have fivo cents to purchase with, how will you manage to get a loaf? The Capital Commission will solve the problem. Jury Revision.—On the first Mon day, the 4th of August, the jary lists of the several counties in the State will be revised. The jary commissioners for Schley county are: B. A. Strange, M. A. Perry, G. W. Tison, J. A. Park, Eli Stewart and A. T. Hart. Died.—On the 17th Inst., Mrs. Cor nelia, wife of J. II. Stevens. Her re- ere interred in the Bethel Ceme- tho 18th. Mrs. Stevens had invalid for years, and death root relief from the pains of the flesh. Sbo leaves a husband and four children to mourn hor death. collected for Qoar-—. a well freight returned To Street Department for Brick and Wood sold - To Cemetery Department for lots sold— — — —— . To Street Tax-. To Fines. —...— To Bridge Toll To Bent of Sexton House To Cost OB. m er.—Ikitonton Messenger. “Go for somebody, quick! There’. bug down roy bad:,” cried a young girl to her lover. “ Hadn’t I better go for the bug?” he suggested. Then she feinted away, and when she bad nnswooned, the bug had finished its evening stroll and gone home. Mr. Wm. MimV-of this city, re quests ns to notify all the candidates, that owing to a touch of rheumatism in his right arm, he ain’t mnch on shaking hands. He says however, that his goods haven’t got the rheu matism and for the business of lifting, measuring and weighing, his arm is as spry as a young colt. We acknowledge with pleasure, the receipt of three speeches delivered-in the United States Congress, by onr friend and Representative of the Americus District, Hon. C. F. Crisp There are but few men whose career we have watched with more interest, than that of Mr. Crisp. He illwtrttft* and devotion to his constituency.— Cheislian Index. Mr. S. Vinburg, of Forsytb, Is in the city visiting Mr. 8. M. Cohen. Messrs. James Cotney and James Carson, of this city, left on the Mon day morning train toviBit relatives in Fayette county. If the readers of the Republican j who owe ns for advertisements and subscription, could be convinced that for us to pay cash for paper, workmen, etc., and let it go on for unlimited time, how great a struggle it warfor existence during this doi) t — - By Mayor Felder, salary Hy W. A. Hawkins, salary ......... By Printing By City Mavenger— By Board at Assessors By Fire Department By Artesian Well By Rent of Cattle Pound By Street Department By Cemetery Departments—— By Bridge-keepe.s salary—..... By Police Department—— By Expense Account By Wells Sfi«3S?olael~.-'r By Lamp Department—- By Office account——.......... ” '’• salary Dy D- K. 13 put this in to fill up space, but to let those in arrears know that we need money, and Deed it badly. We have ilped to you, now dance to us with, rhat you owe i Mrs. Laura Stewart of this city, has returned from her visit toLee county, accompanied by her nelce, Miss Annie Tison, of Leesburg, who will spend some time with her aunt,.in the city. Mis. Nina Morgan, and Miss Ida Hamilton, bf Montezuma, Georgia, and Miss Docia Easterlin. of Ander- ronville, were in Americas Tuesday. First New Yorker—“Have you seen Lulu Hurst, the magnetic girl?” Sec ond New Y orker—“Oh, yes; I was on the stage as one of the committee.” “And did she make yon dance around at her bidding, the same as the rest?’ “Yes; but I don’t think she could have done it if it had not been for the strange resemblance. Thatwaa what upset my nerves.” “Resemblance! By cash on hand and in Bank— 4,Ml $11,852 75 Examined and approved. P. H. Williams, Chm. Fin. July 22,1884. j Present—Mayor Felder, Aid. Burt, Hawkins, Cobb and Morgan. Absent—Aid. Bell and Williams. The special Committee appointed to wait upon Dr. Eldridge, reported that he declined to serve as Chairman of the Board of Health, and recom mended that the vacancy be prompt ly filled, and that the Chairman of said‘Board be paid a salary of one hundred dollars per annum, and the members be paid ($1) one dollar each for each business meeting they tend. Report received and adopted. The vacancy was then filled by the election of Dr. 8. B. Hawkins, as Chairman and His Honor, the May or requested to notify him of same. The Fire Committee was author ized to act in the matter of purchas ing coal for the Fire Department. Council adjourned. D. K. Brinson, Clerk aud Treat*. a Erup tions, and positively cures Piles, or no pay required. It is guaranteed to give perfect satisfaction, or money refunded. Price 25 cents per box. For sale by Dr. E. J. Eldridge. Dried Fruit. Bring your dried fruit to 8. M. Cohen, (foot of Cotton Avenue) if yon expect to get all that it Is worth for it- He knows all about the handling and shipping of fruit, and will, like formerly, pay the highest market price. • What resemblance ?*’ looked just like my wife.’ Mr. Bob Hodges,- bf Wall Street Smashed! -AND OYLES 18- GIYINGr AWAY HIS STOCK OF ELEGANT SUMMER CLOTHING ! $Tie.in~ hats: FOR ALMOST NOTHING! Mill’s Furniture Store. - Mr. Bob Hodges,’ bf Lee county, Texas, reached this city Thursday, after an aoronce of eighteen years. He comes to spend five or six weeks visiting his brothers-in-law, Mr. Zeke Taylor, Of this city, and Major B. F. Brimbeny, of Ward’s Station. Time and the world seem to be serving Bob kindly, for he wears the same spright ly, cheerful and happy fece, and wags the same nimble tongue as in days gone by*-We ■were ~ * ’ ' boy, after so long a separation. Bob says 'Texas stands thus: “Good crops, rich land, pretty women, brave men, bouncing babies a hundred thousand majority for Cleveland.” OBITUARY. Death lays his icy hands upon loved ones and our hearts are wrung with-grief; from his inexorable mons to the grave there can be t cape. "Tears hsve thoir time to fall. And flowers to wither at the north winds breath. And stars to rot, bat all— Thou hast all seasons for thine < of February, 1882, where she contin ued to reside until after her marriage to Mr. A. C. Speer on March 5th 1850. Soon after this event the two moved to Sumter county. At the age of 18 she joined the Mlassionary Baptist church and remained a consistent member of this denomination np to the time of her death, which occurred Why, she near the city of Americas after a pain ful illness of three weeks, June 13th, |884. Mrs. Speer was a kind, good And gentle woman, a loving wife and a devoted mother. She leaves behind a fond husband and eight children (the youngest twin boys 1G years old) to mourn her loss- The temperate and mpral habitaand exemplary lives of her six sons and two daughters bear unfailing testimony to the best influence and braining of one of the best of mothers. When she was told that she must soon die and penetrate the fathomless mysteries beyond the grave, she ex pressed herself as perfectly prepared to meet the grim messenger. We trust and believe that at the final res- nnection she will awake from that dreamless sleep in the glorious morn ing of another and brighter-world, to r j fore ver in the light and presence the God she loved. For to her ithwasbut— Which opes Se^Uaceof eternity. f - A Friend. SPECIAL TO THE SCHOOL CHILDREN. i f f BangleLice Hns at 10c worth 25c. I\ fifi Spoon Lace Fins at 15c worth 60c. A X A Fork Lace Pins at 15c worth 50c. Nothing EQUAL to the above, at the B PRICE, on the American Continent. Z JOHN R. SHAW. Myrick il: Bowman’s forces are grad- g one mile above, or west of Ella- ville, while sob-contractors are grading many places between there and Bacua Vista. Captain Hardee, with his squad of bauds, begin at Ander- sonvillo last Monday to dressing off the toad bed in readiness for the track laying. Tho Andersonville ent will probably be completed this week first of next, when the track laying Will commence. To one not skillecf it railroading it wonld seem that Living ston has enongh ties on tho road to bnild one from Savannah to London— io one wonld do the grading pat in the “fill.” The following are valnable receipts that have been tried and proven to be well as simple: Brandy peaches may be made by placing a jar, keg, barrel full of good press peaches—not ripe enongh to mash, then cover them with common cane ayrop. over air tight, and in a few weeks yon will have brandy that will intoxi cate, oat of the syrnp, and the peaches will be quite pleasing to the taste. Peach pickles may be made qnite excellent by placing a stone jar fall of half ripe press peaches in until it is filled, then cover with rain-water, tie thick cloth over the jar and place away cool place for ten or twelve days, then try them if yon please. By peel ing the peaches they will pickle quicker; bat the vinegar will eat them up quick er, too. Daring this month, (July) the date i do not now remember, the editor hereof passes his seventh year capacity, half of which timo wc have been connected with this paper. It ii sad reflection—the number of deaths that it became onr duty to chronicle. It has long been said that “the aged ie aoon and tbe young may," reflect with marked attention that many whom wc thought years ago had about arrived at the end long life still seem to be no nearer; while many of onr associates who bid fair for half acentnry. yet have crossed the River and into the Land of the leal. Wo sometimes wonder if il will be long before the rales to this columrt will be inverted, embracing only a few lines by some friend, memory of the writer, to repay for the many like deeds. Mn. G. T. Walker, Local Editor —Dear Sir: I cannot become a can didate for State Senator for the follow ing reasons: 1st. To acoept that office, wonld disable me to discharge fall the duties which I owe to persons in whose em ploy I am. 2d. To seek and accept that office now, wonld hart me financially. 3d. Tbe developments of the last week show that there will be a scram ble for the oflioe, and I am determined to take no part in scrambles for politi cal preferment. Your friend, John N. Hudson. July 23,1884. The above note from Hon. J. N. Hudson is self-explicit, and in common with many of the best people of the District, we regret that he cannot see it to his interest to represent us again. The District does not possess more able talent, and none oonld do us more' service in the legUlatute. Sunday School. Stephen Rainey— Progress. A. A. Gaines—Salutatory Address. The latter has Lien asked by the public to be published, and will appear in another issue. Essays.—Lillie Glover—Sunday. Enla Walker—Life. Annie Pilcher— Hope. Ada Gaines—Charity! Mamie Hornady—Do all the good yon can? The last essay has been asked for pub lication, and will appear in another issue. ./ Spkxchkb.—S. J, Derrick—Inspira tion of tbe Bible. Lott Warren—To the Sunday School Canae. After the cloae of Lott: Waxren' speech, the Convention adjourned two hours for dinner, which was spread upon a long table in a grove, and all were invited to come forward and eat trom one end of the table to the other, Both quality and quantity of substan tiate and viands waa snfficient to satis fy all. At two o’clock tho Convention re assembled and went into the business of the day. Reports from the different Sunday Schools of tho Association were made, showing them all, except one, in a very flourishing condition.’ The report of Dr. 0. H. Smith, npon the International Snnday School Con vention was replete with, much en- The next Convention was called to Hopewell Ohnrob, which embraces the fourth Saturday in November. Short addresses on the “Good of the Cause” by C. A, Taylor, Judge C. L. Battle and W. D. Murray. Between all of the essays, speeches, and different acts of business, we were delighted by beautiful songs, with organ accompaniment. The chnrch was well erowded, and many coaid not procure comfortable ats. As the son was sinking behind the western forests, the Convention ad journed with all feeling that the day had been well spent and will be long remembered. •{ — J. A. Parks, President. B. H. WiLKiHuoN, Secretary. NEW YORK STORK J. WAXEIBAUM & CO. Semi-Annual Closing out dale of our Entire Stock of DRY GOODS! Special JYotices. Turnip Seed! Turnip Seed!! Tur- for sale at Dr. Eldridge’s Drug Store. \ A case of very fine blue motled c All the popular patent medicines Snuff, Tobacco, Cigars and Pipes, quite an assortment, at Dr. Eldridge’s Drug Store. from Landreth’s Seed farm) c fered to the trade before. Toilet Soaps, Perfumeries, Hair Dr. Eldridge’s Drug Store. Teas! Teas!! Teas!!! Dr. Eldridge Bats, Carpets! Ladies and Gents’ Fur- nisbing Goods. We moke it a rale never to carry over any stock from sea son to season, and offer you any article in any department at actual NEW YORK GOST. This is no idle talk, but sim ple facts. Come and price our goods, and if we don’t offer you the same goods for less money,, than you can buy elsewhere, you are under no obligation whatever to buy. But on the other hand, should you find them CHEAP ENOUGH) AND CAN USE THEM J goods, consisting of Berry and Pre serve Spoons, Napkin Rings, Combi nation Sets Tea Spoons, Sugar Shells, Butter Knives, Pie Knives, Mustard Spoons, Card Cases, Fruit Knives, Ice-cream Spoons, Cups, Child’s Sets, IV JEW GOODS. A beautiful line of STERLING SILVER and ROLL PLATE JEWELRY! Of the latest styles Just received’ Some elegant designs In RHINE STONE SETTINGS. That are Just “too lovelv for anything.” Just the thing for EVENING and PARTY WEAR, and at prices to suit the Financial Status of the Country. JOHN XL SHAW. Black Dress Silks, Colored Dress Silks, Colored Trimming Silks, Black and Colored Satins, Brocade Satins, Black Surah Silks, Summer Silks, Pongee Silks, “Nonpareil” Velve teen, Silk Warp Henrietta Cloth, Al- batros, Nuns Veiling and a large line of Dress Goods, at John R. Shaw’s. THE AMERICUS ICE COMPANY Keeps constantly on hand a full supply of Pure Lake Ice, Lemons, Schley County Sunday School Convention. The Schley County Sunday School Convention came off last Wednesday at Andrew Chapel. The house waa called to older by Superintendent, Dr. J. A. Park, and the bnsinets of the meeting was recorded by Secretary B. H. Wilkinson. Opened by Song, reading of tbe Scriptures and Praysr.Jjy Lott War ren. Recitation by Charlie Strange—Be lief in God tbe Father and Son. Bobbie Hays—Childhood. Uriah Lockett—Kind Words. W. O. Gaines—God is everywhere. Bobbie Perry—Snnday School ie an educator.. Anr>BESKE8.—Moses McGarrah—The Gloves! Gloves! An attractivo line in ail tho shades In Kid, Jersey Silk Taffeta, Silk Lace Mitts, Berlin and Lisle, also Black Kids, at John R, Shaw’s. The Hem Stitch and Embroidery attachments for tho “White Sewing Machine” received. Call and get Medallion Braid at $1.25 per dozen John K. Shaw. Extra Largo White Counterpanes at 75c, worth $1.00 of any body’* Nothing superior to that Blue Mot tled and Turkish bath Soap. Ted cases sold in two months. Enquire at Hall’s Drag Store. Opera Slippers, Empress Misses and Children, at John R. at 50c, worth 60c; Cream Escurial Lace * —- *- — - Fans, Lace at 60c, worth 75c. Langtry are Just too lovely for anything. 1 “Where else my dear, than at & Shaw’s, who has this season the handsomest aaortmen* ‘ and Fans in Americas.' Our Stock in all new and fresh, all thia season's purchases, and if you wish to save 25 per. cent now is toe accepted time. Never in ibe history of Ameri cus were such bargains offered : as you will find now on exhibi tion at the mammoth -PALACES OF- J. WAXEIBAUM & CO., Proprietors of tho NEW YQ] STORE. 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