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WHITE, Editor *d Pbopbutub
K OLEKK STOVALL, Amount EdiTob
AMD BOHIKXM Mamaoeb,
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 1902.
THE VETERANS-
The Confederate Veteran#’ Reunion
on Thnrday o( this week, which had
been previously advertised and for which
a program bad boon arranged, waa large
ly attended and a most enjoyable occa
sion.
After a brief business sesion by the
local Camp, the public was invited to
join in the festivities of the day. Short
and appropriate addresses were made by
Messrs. 0. H. Ellington, M. W. Gross
and Ira E Farmer. Rev. S. A. Walker
responded on the port of the Veterans in
eldjqueot words of thauks and approm
tit in for the welcome extended to them
byltbo Mayor, and for the eulogies paid
Hi it} old heroes by the other speakers
him. Walker then graphically recounted
Soame of the incidents of that struggle so
coJwtly to the Booth, and rcolcdged him
self and bis comrades to the deathless
principles of the un-liost Cause.
Between the several speeches music
was furnished by tbo Colvin string band,
which added much plcasnre to the occa
sion.
At 1 o’clock a basket dinner was
spread in the Courthouse Park, and all
present were invited to partake of the
bountiful supply of good things. Com
radeship and genial good olieer, inter
spersed with interesting wsr stories held
away until far into the afternoon, wheD
the crowd dispersed. All enjoyed this
meeting to commemorate once more the
deeds of valor of all, and to pay tribute,
faoo to face, to a Bettering few of the
men who have written imperishable his
tory.
PRESENTMENTS
THE GRAND JURY
FOR SEPTEMBER TERM, 1902, OF
MoDUFFIE SUPERIOR COURT.
We, Ihe Grand Jury, sworn find charged
for the September Term, 1902, of McDuffie
Superior Court, beg leave to submit the fol
lowing Presentment!!:
Ruiino and Selling Vote*.
We unqualifiedly condemn the practice
<of buying and selling votes which, wo have
Ibe best of reasons to believe, now exists in
'this ooauty iu our primary elections. We
recommend that our Representative have
punned a law throwing the same protection
around our primary elections an now ap
plies to our general elections, and in ad
dition, shall havo both the buyer and seller
‘disfranchised.
Throngb Appiopriate eommUiess we have
examined the books and record* of the
county officers, the Roads, Public Itnild
iugs, Chaingnng, oto., and hero with present
their reports:
TUB CIRIIK AND TIIKAStUtFR.
We find, after careful examination, the
books of tho Clerk nod Treasurer neatly
and correctly kept, and the records proper
ly recorded.
We find the reoeipts to be as follows:
Cosh on hand from March
Court, $2 451.52
Cush, loan of B P. O’Neal, 4,940.87
Cool: from Bank of Thomson, 2,700.00
Commutation Road Tax, 1,423.00
Total $11,514.89
Credit by cash paid as per vouchors, in
cluding three notes of B. P. O'Neal, nggre.
gating $4,940 37, and Bridge note of
$268,93, $11,709.10
Leaving balance duo Troasmer $194 24
We desire to oomtueml our Clerk and
Treasurer as an efficient officer.
J. E. WHkeraon.)
B. H. Burnside, * Com.
J, 8. Boyd. )
Thb Ordinary.
We find the books of the Ordinary neatly
and systematically kept, ami records of
business transacted duly entered and prop
erly recorded.
Tho Paupers we thluk deserving. We
recointucud that the appropriation to Mrs.
Widner be raised from $2.00 to $3.50 per
quarter; and that of J. W Welch from
$1.50 to $4 00 per quarter; aud that Mag
gie Hardwick aud Willie Hardwick be drop
per! from the rolls, as they have parents
able to support them.
We commend our Ordinary as an efficient
officer, Oscar S. Lee,)
F. B. Davis* > Com.
W. A. Grier. )
Thk Sheriff.
The Sheriff'* lnroks show neatness and
efficiency, for which we commend him.
Tax Tax Ksckitxb.
By tastrnotion of the Grand Jury your
reepeotfully submits the foliow-
report:
have examined the books of the Tax
a* far as our limited time would
B. We Aud a large amount added lo
a ' s oo,u l* nr,y l to former years.
the Hamilton liohl Mm** Company
iu HWI 920 acres of land aud
IK machinery at $1,870; iu 1902 not
gj|P'e recommend tliut our Thx Receiver
jßkall diligence to ascertain the mineral
Pißraes of this county, and assess the same
upon a fair basis. We find the hooka neatly
kept, aud the clerical work of a superor
quality. We ootumeud our Tax Receiver
for his diigence in adding so large an
amount to the tax list, and pledge him our
united support *in collecting all taxes due
the State and county.
We find that the Tax Collector has col
lected $lO for Sped J Tax, for which be
has proper voucher.
B. fi. Wilson,)
8. A. Walkei. > Com.
J. B. Samuels.)
Public Building*.
We find the Jail in first-class condition,
but the incloHUre is in need of repairs. The
Conrtbona© needs repairs on the balcony,
to which we have called the attention of
the Ordinary, aud recommended that the
stme be done at once. Also that the vine
growing on the courthouse be removed. Al
so that h swinging lamp be placed in the
hall of tho courthouse.
J. C. Cl lutt )
J. B. Stovall. Com.
' T. J. Watson.)
Roads Bridges and Ciuingano
We, the committee, appointed by the
Grand Jnry to investigate the condition of
the Roads, Bridges and Chuiugnng, beg
leave to report as follows:
We find the Roads in good condition, also
the Bridges, with the exception of tho road
from old ML Vernon Hill lo Rousseau, and
the bridge necrose Hweotwater creek at the
oh! Iron Works. Wo recommend that the
authorities look into the condition of this
bridge and the section of road mentioned.
We find, upon examining tho mules work
ed by the Chaingnng. that three of said
mules aro in bad conditon, having sores on
their shoulders which ur fit them for work,
and two others show marks of having been
abusively whipped
We find the convicts badly clothed, really
not decently clothed. We flud the gcnerul
health of ihe convicts good. We recom
mend that they be decently and well cloth
ed. Also that they be furnished with differ
ent clothing at night from the clothing
worn in the day.
We find the prison in a very filthy con
dition. and convicts report that they are
unable to sleep satisfactorily on account of
the vermin.
We further recommend that the convicts
be huiuauely treuted.
A. 11. Sturgis, )
O H. Lee. |
J. W. Hobbs, \ Com.
8. E. Holliman, |
J. M. Morgan. J
Board of Education.
Wo have elected to the Board of Educa
tion M; W. Dunn, of Republican; K, R.
Reeves, of Bearing, and 8. 0. Hawes, of
Wrightfboro.
Justices of the Peaob,
Wo find the books of tho Justices of tho
Peaoo properly docketed and their charges
legal. Jas. h Shields,)
'f* fi. Joues, Com.
J. T. Ansley. )
Insolvent Costs.
We reootnmeud that the Insolvent costs of
theCleikand Sheriff be paid when prop
erly audited.
We recommend that Judge E. 8. Harri
son, whoso term of offico expires in October
1002, shall succeed himself as Notary Pub
lic and ex-offloio Justice of tho Pence,
We recommend that tho pay of Jurors
acd Bailiffs be $2.00 pei day.
In taking final leave of his Honor, Judge
Brinson, wo wish to egress our high ap
predation of the fair aud impartial manner
in which he has discharged his officiul du-
Report of the Condition of the
BANK OB' THOMSON,
Looatod at Thomson, Ga„ at the oloso of business, Sop Btii, 1902
RESOURCES.
Loan# anil Discounts ssn.iU
Demand Loans 28, 566.00
Overdrafts 8,290.18
Ronds, Stocks, owned by the Rank £,600.00
Ranking House 1,600.00
Furniture aud Vault, 4 sno.on
Other Real Estate, none
Due from Ranks and Rankers in this Shite, 13,618.80
Duo from Ranks and Rankers in other States, 0ft,23
Currency, Gold, Silver, Nickels, Pennies, Checks aud Cash Items, 8.227.24
’ r “ tl $227,188.77
LIABILITIES.
Capital Stock Paid In $ 25,0(10.00
Surplus Fund, .* 10,000.00
Undivided Profits, loss Current Expenses, 32.961 84
Individual Deposits subject to Cheok, 38,554.29
Time Certificates of Deposits 45.160.84
Notes and Rills ItediHoounted,
Bills Payable, iuoluding Timo Certificates representing borrowed money... 75,500.00
Total $227,166.77
STATE OF GEORGIA, >
McDuffie County. ) Before me came Ji T. Neal, Cashier of THE BANK of
THOMSON, who being duly sworn, says that the above aud foregoing statement is a
true oonditiou of said ltauk, as shown by tho books of file in said Rank.
J. T. NEAL, Cashier.
Sworn aud subscribed before me, this 11th day of September. 1902.
A. L. MoLEAN, Notary Public. McDuffie Cos., Ga.
BpEARS fc I'lLCßKlti
Successors to J. H. Spears.
COTTON FACTORS
AND
WAREHOUSE AXD SALESROOM 101 and 103 McIFT
TOSU St., COR. JIEYXOLDS,
AUGUSTA, GA.
Will' continuo the business in its various branches. Advanc
es of Bag ping, Ties and Family Supplies at lowest ma: kot prices.
Liberal Cash advances made on Cotton or other Produce in Store.
! Consignments of all Field and Farm Produce solicited. Ample fa
clitics and long experience wil guarantee satisfaction.
Pergonal attention given to soiling, weighing, and storing all
consignments. Charges tor selling and storing very reasonable.
ties, and the curteous manner in which he
has always regarded our body, and especi
ally for expression of the support
be has received from the cit z nship, sndt
extend him our best wishes for bis future
success.
We also extend onr thanks to onr solic
itor General for his courteous demeanor
and fearless discharge of his duty.
We recommend that these Presentments
be published in both county papers.
H. O’Tyion, Foreman
Thomas 8. Joues, Joseph C. Cliatt.
James \V. Hobbs, John B. Samuels.
Samuel A. Walker, Oscar 8. Lee,
J. Burt Stovall, Jerry T. Ansley.
Jas. M. Morgan, Samuel E. Holliman.
Win, A. Grier, Augustus H, Sturgis,
Elias R. Wilson, Thomas J. Watson.
Forrest B. Davis, Eugene H. Burnside.
John S. Boyd, Jas. E. Wilkerson.
Jas. L Shields,
Gaylord A. Reese, secretary.
WHITE OAK—Bx Tabby.
The Sunday school at Marshall on Sun
day lost was the most encouraging aud
largely attended of any held in a long time.
We a'e glad to have so many new visitors,
and hop they v'ill come often.
Rev. John P. Bros*, wo see, is ir. onr
neighborhood again. Wonder what the at
tractions are ?
Mrs. Alvin Wilson returned Saturday af
ter a week’s stay in Augusta with hoi pc- j
rents.
Mr. John O’Neil left for Tybeo Thurs
day, aud many regretted to see him go.
Mrs, Win, Blanchard returned front Au
gusta Sunday, and wo are glad to learu
from her that her brother, Mr. Harrison,
who has been vory ill, is much improved.
Miss Bello Wiliinghnrn loaves for Miil
edgeville Wi dnesday to reenter school.
Fortune Favors a TbxAn.
“Having distressing pains in baud, back
and stomach, and being without appetite, I
began to use Dr. King’s New Life Pills.“
writes W. P, Whitehead, of Kennedale
Tex., “and soon felt like anew man.” In
fallible in stomach nod liver tumbles. Only
25c at Harrison & Hadley’s Drug Store,
A
F. C. and American j
Bcavty Corsets**
% Will satiofy the
demands of tht
VA most fastidious.
Jl TKi guarantee
hAAfiSI'O with every pairs
mWA\ “Money rcfvnd-
I ,*|ed eftor four
j weeHs't: . >1 If
tr J/ corset is ns *tis
t (ji factory"
LooH for tHe Trade
Mar Ks —tho sign# if equal
ity—on label of i>VK and on
inside of corset.
® j
Kalamazoo Corset Cos. (
MAKERS
Kalamazoo, Michigan. J
SOLD BY
T. A. SCO I'T. THOMSON, OA.
B A KGAIN SI W?.
I am now selling goods cheaper than
lever, and have just received additions to
my stock, which T invite all to coma and
see. I can save you money on
Dry Goods, Hue Sloes, Hals
aid Nolions.
and will do so if you v ill give me a chance.
Call at Once,
If you are interested in saving money you
cannot do better than to price my goods*
T sell only for spot cash, and want only a
very small profit.
Yours truly,
Myer Steine 4
ATTENTION!
For the Next Thirty Days
Mr. Ira Brinkley will offer tbo li rgains of tbo season at
J. F. SHIELDS’ I'KY GOODS STORE on MaIV STREET.
Mr. Brinkley, by li is good judgement and courteous deal
ings, has buiit uj a magnificent business. ilis last#
C I2STO
Clothing, Dress Goods
a nd Fine Shoes
cannot be excelled, and the good people of onr community
• pecion by giving this Store a mo-t
excellent patronage. The next 30 Days is
Clearance Sale.
.ne good* must move ont to make room for Fall Stock.
Call and see us and you will get bargains aid courte us
t
Department One JDeor
Above TDiy Goods Store,
MILNER IN C.IAEGE.
J". nr. SlxiecLs
■■■
J. WILLIE LEVY,
Lay it away tenderly,
Pack it with rare
"he old Winter suit
That has jivtn such wear.
NOW FOR SOMETHING NEW.
Eor tho man who is not so pitifolly poor, so recklessly
rich, we have Suits in Fancy Choviots, Worsteds. Cassimores.
Flam Cheviots and Tweeds at $7,50, $9 50, $12.50, sls 00*
$17,50, $20.00, $22.50, ami $25,00. ’ ’
Every suit is worth the money wo ask for it, and overy
man who buys one of these Suits will bo well satisfied. You
can pay more to the tailor, but you’ll got no better suit. We
would like to show you the new Spring styles, even if you have
n i notion ol buying. Come in uny hour just for a look.
T. Willie Lett.
No, 844 Broad Street, Augusta, Ga.
Frank Bouse,
Proprietor Murray Hill Distillery
Can supply tho trade with tho vory best and purest brands
of Rye and Corn Whiskies, JBrandies, Rums, Gins, etc,, to be had
this or any other market, and at prices that will compare with
the lowest and best. We quote the ioilowing:
Murray Mill Corn Yvniskey, SO per centproof, per gallon, $1 4.
“ “ “ 90 “ • > •• jSO
“ “ “ 1.00 “ “ “ >< i 6o
“ “ Pew '• i „ 2 00
Chase's Imperial Rye t. 35Q
Murray Hill Rye n a 200
Ryo Malt Gin .. .< 200
Jamaica Hum u jgg
Every artiole sold gnarantood just as represented, if not, the
goods can be returned and the money refunded,
All mail orders receive prompt itcond re shipped on
first train after order is received.
Correspondence invited. No trouble to answer questions.
FRANK ROUSE,
Rot Broad street, Augusta, Ga.
fy EW CO >dS N ..... PRICES
—■
JUST RECEIVED, AND RECEIVING DAILY
Special Valves ix BOYS 9 &y® MM 9 S
'■) FLANNEL SUITS, BURGE COATS, PANTS, jj
FINE AND SiAFLE SHOES.
&*Y ?Itthactive Li'YE qf ‘DEE&S BQQBS
LAWNS, MULLINS, SATEEN, NANSOOKS,
PERCALE. CAMBRIC, STANDARD PAIN IS,
DOMESTICS, LACE and HAMBURG TRIM-
Special Bargains in “ Fruit of Loom,” ““
10-4 Bleached Sheeting and Hosiery.
111 GROCERIES
IVe Sell Only the Best, so Our Customers say.
Always full Stock of Corn. Oats, Timothy Hav, Fine Food,
Flour, Hams, Laid, Syrup, Molasses, Rice, Sugar, Coffee, tto.
Tobacco, Cigars and Snuff and All Kinds of Shelf Goods*
Plows, plow stocks, Plow Fixtures, Cotton Planters, Guano
Distributors, Scovil Hoes, and ail
FARM IMPLEMENTS AND SUPPLIES
Oil? Specialties 1 grandeur flour, swifts premium
and Lpa.dpr*’ nrs hams, premium kettle rendered
unu neauer* are lard, j. r. mykra pure ad unadult
! ERA TED CANE SYRUP vni> MOLASSES.
Every Buyer of these Goods becomes a
regular customer. Give us a trial.
RESPECTFULLY,
J. W. BOATWRIGHT & SOW,
bailroad street.
THOMSON, GA., March 15, 1902.
[pierce [nsfifufe
Instructors in Literature, Music nnd Art
Elocuti i
A FACULTY OF EXPERIENCED TEACHERS.
School Building Adequate and well arranged for School Purp' scit.
FALL TERM hcgiria Monday, Sep, Ist, 1902.
For further particulars oounsult or write to Ed, L. Ray, p, e ~
or T. A. Scott, Chairman Board of Trustees, Thomson, Ga.
EXPENSES —Board in families per month, SB.OO to sl2 00
Tuiun. Private Term.
Bth, 9th and 10th Grades $2 0 > -er month.
3d, 4th sth, (illi and 7lb Grades $1.50 per month.
lit, and 2d Grades Si.oo per month.
JNxblio Tei in.
All pupils will be admitted free except tho-e who have one
studies above the slate school curriculum. Such pupils will pay
each per mouth, Non-resident pupils will bo charged regular,
tuition.
I iicidcnlul i^ees.
Each pupil will par 50 cents as it. incidental fee on onteiing school
for the I'all Term and also for the Spring Term. Pupil# who enter for (lie
; Fubhc 'I enn alone will pay only one incidental tee of 5U cents tins to bo
i paid in advance.
A DVANT YGES.
A Thorougli Preparation for College, a Healthful Location, the Best
of Religious and Moral, Influences, Excellent Instructors in Literature,
Music, Art aud Elocution, Exceedingly' Law Ratos of Tuition, Etc., Etc.
ED L. KAY, Presidert Pierce Institute,
Thomson. Georai'i,
Thomas J*. Fagan#
i Fine Wines “ 4 Liquors,
&EALEB FT Whiskies, Brandies, Rums,
/ Wines and OottSed Coeds
\ OF EVERY DESCRIPTION.
The Fiimst and Best Assortment of Imported and Domestic
Liquors in the South, and will be supplied to the trade in nnv de
sired quantity, a half.pint np. The Jug Ti ado is a specialty, and
no charge for Jugs or Packing. Orders promptly and carefully
attended to and all goods tullv guaranteed,
632-534 Giaptislt Sitast, .Opposite Union Depot), AUGUSTA, Gs.
YOU CAN’T FIPOLE ON A DRUM.
Nor can you get good Clothiug from any hut First-class
Tuilors, such as
CTIAS. MANDLE, Merchant Tailor
OF
W nrrenton. Ga.
MAKER OF FINE CLOTHES TO MEASURE
Strictly TTp-tO-dato— to Order. Clothing at Prices within
the roach of everybody.
Call and sse new sample for Fall and Winter at Knox
Hotel Tusday, September 16th, J 1*02., to remain one day.
Respectfully yotus,
Chas. Handle,
jilia 22a:p®Ibismil