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t-rass ioiif Sunday Morning. Resolved, That the edncation of the mind necessarily improves the morals. The affirmative side was maintained by John S. Candler, ATLANTA, GA., JULY 1, 1877. Local Items. Our Public Schools- FraLk T. Ryan, of Central Lodge, then attached a pin of three links to the collar, remarking: “I have been as- _ . signed this pleasant duty in behalf of Central Lodge, to Albert T. Smith, Ellison R Cook, and J. C. Bass. The assist in this combined presentation to you of this beau- membership P negative was sustained by W. J. Hollingsworth, G. H. i tiful regalia and its attachments, as a feeble expression of mer Treasurer coni e Noble, T. D, Arnold and Er Lawthe Aeck. j ourjegarde for yourself, aDd for the earnest and efficient The speakers were limited to five minutes each. They I service yon have rendered, and are still rendering, for the presented their sides with ability. Voluntary debaters amelioration of the human race, and to perfect that fra- being called for, T. C. Boykin, Jr.. Walter J. Wood, C. C* ternal relation designed by the great Anthor of our exist- Green, Jr , and J. B. Brown responded in behalf of the ence. And in presentirg you with this we feel tally as- affirmative, and Uambj\ West and Reynolds for the nega - sured that you will ever endeavor to inculcate and advance pomolo^ical Portfolio. At the last meetiDg the subject of the fee for postponed until a report from the for- The Public Schools of Atlanta closed for the term on Fiiday. The examination at the several gram mar schools sbowr d the marked progress oi the scholars. The closing exercises of the High Schools attracted the greatest attention. The Girls High School the ‘pet of the city-had its fifth anniversary. The pupils of the several grades passed through a more than satisfactory examination. Miss Jennie Claj'tonbeing sick, her department was presided over with rare grace by Miss Delia Fay. Her administration was lauded by all. Wednesday, the Browning Society held its fifth annual meeting. Miss Dora Castleberry presided with charming modesty and womanly dignity. The annual election of officers resulted as follows: President— Miss Hattie Rice. First Vice President—Miss Katie Bleckley. Second Vice President-Miss Hannah Shehane. Recording Secretary- Miss Mildred Fuller. Corresponding Secretary—Miss Emma Bowie. Treasurer—Miss Gertrude Allen. Historian—MisB Mary Blanchard. We admire the system of conducting business in the Browning, and many of our deliberative bodies might profit by their example. The literary exercises were ex. ccedingly interesting. ~ The recitations were a]] excellent. Miss Belle Harville, 4th class, “Welcome;” Miss Annie May Slaton, 3d class. “Popping the Question Miss Welford Cropp, 4th class, “Fizz aDd Freeze;" Miss Kate Bleckley, 4th class, “A Story of Some Bells; ” Miss Emmie Prather, 2d class, “Robert of Lincoln;” Miss Nettie Sergeant, 2d class, read a composition on “Picturesfrom Shakspeare,” and Miss Mary Blanchard on "Friends and Acquaintan ces.” Both were well written and well read. The original po<m, “Basting Threads,” by Miss Eva Prather, of the !d class, was a gem whose brilliancy was strikingly brought out by her charming manner. The dialogue “ Fact, and Fancy,” after Shakspeare, tn which Miss Julia O'Keefe played the role of Juliet, Mies Fannie Winship that of Portia, and Miss Anna Bennett that of Ophelia, was a decided hit. Nature seemed to have fitted them for the roles assigned them. Mies Dora Castleberry, the retiring President,delivered her valedictory in clear and silvery tones. Her diction was almost peerless; The Browning Society then sang “ Hail 1 Alma Mater!” Miss McCandless presiding at the piano. Dr. Thomas S. Powell was then introduced. Mid en. chained the attention of the assemblage for 41 minutes with a speech rich in poetic gems and brilliant w ith beau tiful word-paintings of “ music.” It sustained Dr. Pow ell's reputation as an orator and Christian gentleman. Thursday night, the graduating exercises came oft’ at DeGive’s. The floi a! decoration of the stage was superb. The Opera House was filled to overflowing. The exercises were opened with prayer by Rev. J. H. Martin. Tne salutatory, “A Trip to the Mediterranean,” was read by Miss Am.a H. Bennett, who was awarded the sec ond honor. Miss Annie E. Blackmon read an excellent essay on “ Labor.” Miss Estelle E. Bostick read aD essay on “Nature” in a manner that convinced all present that she was an elo- entionis' of rare power. Miss Julia O'Keefe read “When my Ship Ccmes in” with power and beauty. MisB Ada L. Wiggins read a paper on “ Egypt,” and Miss Lily Sterling one on “ What Now? ” Miss Annie H. Bennett recited “ The Passionate Shep herd to his Love ” and “ The Milkmaid's Answer.” Miss Bennett reads gracefully and clear. Miss Dora Castleberry read the valedictory to the Board of Edncation and school—“Pius .Eneas "—and Miss Mag gie E. Crankslnw the valedictory to the teachers and class. The first honor was divided between the two last named. Both were marked by thought, evidenced culture, and were read with eclat. Rev. Atticus G. Haygood, President of Emory College, delivered a pungent address, full of choice thoughts and common sense views of “ The Highest Duty of Life.” In the absence of Hon. J. E. Brown, President of the Board, David Mayer presented diplomas to the following graduates: Anna Hentz Bennett, Annie Elizabeth Blackmon, Estelle Etoiie Bo6tick, Dora Castleberry, Margaret Ellen Crankshaw, Julia Lilian O'Keefe, Lily Sterling, Ada Lenora Wiggins. Mr. Mayer's remarks were timely. He paid a deserved tribute to the originator of the public schools, Dr. D. C. O'Keefe, and presented his daughter, who was one of the graduates. The graduating hymn, by Miss Dora Castleberry, was snug in fine style. The hymn does credit to the genius of Miss Castleberry. Eight more jewels were added to Atlanta's crown of rejoicing. The closing exercises of the Boys' High School came off on Thursday. Visitors were surprised and delighted at the proficiency' attained in the three grades. The topo graphical surveys of the City Hall were all well executed, and that of J. II. Bradley remarkable for its correctness, beauty and finish. A fine picture graced the wall, con taining the portraits of the members of the graduating class and Professor Slaton. At 11 o’clock a.si., the scholars and visitors repaired to the hall of the Browning Soc’ety, where, 10 minutes after 11, the exercises of the Alciphronian Literary and Debat ing Society commenced. J. H. Bradley, the President, was cool, calm and collected, and dignified the position, j W. L. Hubbard, Jr., the Secretary fulfilled his duty 1 promptly and well. The exercises were divided into reading, declamation, composition and debate. The read- ! iDg class did exceedingly well, and some of them almost n nsurpassed. W. J. Pitts brought out two pictures, “ Be fore Marriage ” and “After Marriage,’" with such vivid- ! ness that one might imagine that he “spoke by the card ” j G. W. Terry, Jr., presented “Zenobias" Defence” with I all the earnest eloquence of the indignant one. T. F- O’Neill read “Appointed unto me” with pathos and j power. C. C. Greene. Jr., was life-like in his reading of <■ Miss Magrnda.” and brought down the house. Wii- J liam Brenner gave “Michael Schneider's Barty " with true | Teutonic emphasis and rollicksomeness. It was truly j Germanesque. The gem was ‘The mau with a cold in 1 his head,” by Walter J. Wood. He read it like a martyr who had spent a week in Senator Jones' ice house. His nose almost Clipped in sympathy. The dedaimers evidenced study and training, and de monstrated rare elocutionary gifts. “Sublime was the „ arniug,” by Sidney J. Raw son, was une. cato s o!it- ; oqny on Immortality ” by Victor A. Moore, was excellent. ! W. H. Leyden displayed command of tones and feelings in changing from the maudlin tones of the drunkard to the frenzy of the man sobered by the sight of the body' of i a man slain by his band. “Rudiger s last banquet” was splendidly portrayed by A. S. Eisewald. “ The duty of j litery men to America” was the theme of T. A. Hammond. The gesture, tone and bear ng of a true orator marked his effort. The speech of “Ringan Gilbaize, by B. C. Rey nolds, was cue of the best efforts of the occasion. The delivery was graceful, and the voice fell on the ear w itir harmonious effect. The compositions were prepared with care and read well. The subjects and writers were: Pyramids of Egypt. D. H. Egleston; Books, G- H. Fuller; Nil Desperandum, T. C. Boykin, Jr.; The advantages of a good education, j T. J. Day; Intemperance. P. C. bterchi. Four minutes were allowed each reader and declaimer. The debate next ensued on this: : tive. Messrs. Hollingsworth and Candler then closed the debate. The President decided the contest in favor of the affirm ative. Ills decision was appealed from, but sustained by a large vote. the objects which it and the emblems are so artistically designed to illustrate, and that the three cardinal virtues of Friendship. Love and Truth, which these three links are intended to represent, will ever be interwoven in your actions with your fellow-men. And in after years, when Jonathan Nercross made a few pointed remarks in favor i you are sleeping the sleep that knows no waking, it will of free schools, and was loudly applauded. The exercises I then closed, and the society, in executive session, elected j the following officers . | President, Thomas D. Arnold: 1st Vice President, G. j M. Hanvy; 2d Vice President. Joe Hunnicutt; Secretary, j C. C. Greene, J.; Treasurer. H. A. Chamberlin; Librarian, | G. H. Fuller. ; Friday night the graduating exercises of the Boys’ j High School came off at DeGive's before a large audience The following wag the programme ; Salutatory—J. F. O’Neill, 2d honor. Essay—” Let all the ends thou airnest at be thy country's tby God’s, and truth's.” John C. Bass, 2d honor. Composition—“Home" (poetry). Adolph H. Eisewald. I Recitation—“ Press on.” W. L. Hnbbard, Jr. j Composition—” The power of conscience.” D. H. Eg- I leston. I Recitation—“ The Red Jacket.” Arthur S. Eisewald. j Essay—“No patriotic atheism.” J. S. Candler. Composition—” The “ Sick Mau ' of Europe.” Er Law- she Peck. Recitation—“ The Curfew shall not ring to-night.” 01- j lie C. Fuller. Composition—” Footprints of the Creator.” J. J. Cov- I ington. j Essay—‘Who wits by force bnt half overcomes his | foe-” Theodore A. Hammond. Recitation—“ The Raven," (original burlesque.) Hor- | ace Bradley. j Dialogue—“ Testing her affections.” Mr. Troupe, a j middle-aged widower, Horace Bradley: Mrs. Botts, a wid ower on the shady side of 40, Walter J. Wood. Essay—“ Hope and Memory,” Valedictory to Faculty. W. J. Hollingsworth, first honor. Essay— " For fame of families is all a cheat, ’Tis personal virtue only makes us great,” and valedietory to class Waiter J. Wood, first honor. Diplomas were presented to the following graduates. J. Cozart Bass. J. Horace Bradley, J. Slaughter Candler, J. Jones Covington, D. Holmes Egleston, A. Snow Eis- wald, O. Clyde Fuller, T. Augustus Hammond, \V. Jones Hollingsworth, W. Leonidas Hubbard, Jr., J. Francis O'Neill, Er Lawshe Peck, W. Jerome Wood. The boys deserve their honors. All did well. The address of Mr. Small was excellent. William Brenner, by request, recited “ Michael Schnei der's Barty.” Prof. Slaton was presented with a portrait of himself by the class, Atlanta University* The examination of Atlanta University (colored) closed on Thursday with anniversary exercises at Loyd street church. The church was densely crowded with colored people, maDy being unable to find seats. There waE a large attendance of white persons. Among others, we noted Col. H. H. Jones, of the Macon Telegraph; Prof. J. *V. Glenn, of Jefferson ; Col. Mark Johnston, Judge L. E. Bleckley, of the Supreme Court; M C. Blanchard, of the Board of Education ; Alderman O. H. Jones, Rev. B. J, Johnson, Rev. D. W. Gwin, Postmaster Benjamin Conley-, W. A. Rawson, F. G. Hancock, D. P. Hill, J. C. Jones, F. H. Richardson, Dr. W. H. White, J. Norcross, E. L. Jones, J. E. Bryant, ex-Gov Bullock, Hon. G. J. Orr, State School Commissioner. This University has over 200 pupils. The exercises were opened with prayer by E- A. Ware, the President. Cosmo P. Jordan, of Atlanta, delivered an oration on “ Popular Education.” He made a tine de fence of public schools. M. Blanche Curtiss, of Chattanooga, read an essay on “Intemperance.” She considered fast living, tobacco using, too much tongue, as well as the use of liquor, in temperance. She favored clcsing churches at half-past nine every Sunday night, as later than that she considered intemperate. Hattie Lattimore read an essay on “ The Seasons,” She is from Atlanta. Susan V. Whittic, of Macon, read an essay on “Noble Women.” John McIntosh, jr., of Savannah, delivered an oration on "Silent Influence.” Lavinia Wimbish, of Atlanta, read an essay on “Our Flag.” William Lewis, of Chatt: n-joga, read an essay on •• Character and Reputation.” Character was the sub stance and reputation the shadow. James S. Harper, of Augusta, delivered an oration on “ True Success.” Lavinia C. Mott, of Charlotte, N. C., read an essay- on the “ Uses of Education.” It was written and read finely. Pattie M. Hall, of Augusta, drew the comparison be tween “ Truth and Falsehood ” in excellent style. William F. Jackson, of Augusta, delivered an oration on the “ Progress of Civilization.” While the orators were deficient in gesticulation, and the essayists read somewhat artificially, y-et the thoughts and sentiments of orations and essays were fine, clearly- presented and splendidly enunciated. The singing was most excellent. One of the choir, Cornelia Comer, of Macon, possesses a soprano voice re markable for its flexibility aud volume. In the low, soft notes, she achieved a triumph that brought down repeated applause. The audience were taken by surprise. The quartette sang “Give me a Home by the Sea "and, by request, repeated it. Cornelia Comer sang “ When the Swallows Homeward Flv,” by request. The pupils of the school sang the song, “Steal Away- to Jesns,” made eo famous by the Jubilee singers. President Ware then awarded the diplomas and certifi cates of proficiency to the graduating class of eleven. Kev. W. B. Brown, D.D., of Newark, N. J., who deliv ered the address here six years ago, was introduced, and addressed the audience. His theme was, “ Intelligence and Virtue the Pillars of Christian Government.” He presented his thoughts clearly, ablyjand strongly, and was listened to with the closest attention. Rev. M. E. Strieby, D.D., delivered a touching address on the life and services of Rev. George Whipple, D.D.. and Rev. E. P. Smith, members of the Board of Trustees, who died since the last anniversary. speak in words unmistakable to yonr loved ones yet un born of the grateful remembrance in which you were held by your co-laborers in this God-approved work. And when the Grand Sire of the Universe shall see proper to call you from this earthly field of sorrows and perplexities, may you be received by Him into the Grand Lodge above, with the blissful benediction of * well done, good and faithful servant.’ ” Past Grand J. B. Goodwin, of Capitol Lodge, presented him with a magnificent jewel. He said, in substance, for we cannot give the full text of his excellent address : Re garding Central Lodge as our mother, our first recollec tions of Odd-fellowship are intimately associated with your name. We first learned to recognize that in matters of counsel and reliance, reference was invariably and gladly had to yourself. All the lodges have realized and enjoyed the benefit of y-our work and labors. The jewel is bright but earthly. Wear it while you live, and may you wear a still brighter jewel that shines beyond the sunset's radiant glow. Past Grand Glenn, in conclusion, said: This mark of esteem is of very little material value, but in another view, its value cannot be measured by- dol lars and cents—not in gold or coin, but estimated in the higher and purer coin, coined from the heart of man. He urged the youDg members of the Order to profit by the scene, and to live up to the full measure of their duties and responsibilities. Past Grand Grambling. full of emotion, and with choked utterance, responded feelingly: " Brethren—You all know that I am no ‘speaker, and have had no chance to prepare for this occasion. I would tike to thank you for the kind words spoken, and for this manifestation oi regard for me, but the heart feels most w hen the lips move not, and feelings of mingled pride, humility and gratefulness so fill my heart that silence seems more expressive than words. “ How ever bumble my services in the cause of Odd Fel lowship may have been, this occasion proves to me that you have appreciated them far beyond their merits. I re gret that language is insufficient to convey to you my feelings. I wish yon all a full portion of the happiness you have conferred on me7 May we all live to enjoy each other’s presence and counsel for many years, Accept my thanks, The regalia cost over $40. Tne Fruit Committee reported the following fruits on exhibition: Apples—Red Astrachan, Margaret, Yellow May, Red and Yellow Jane. Peaches Alexander, Amsden June, Beatrice, Rivers, Louise, White Nutmeg. Plums—Wild Goose, Brill, Mogul. Cherries—Belie Marg, Carnation. Raspberries—Philadelphia. Strawberries—Fillmore, Lamberts. Pears—Beurie Gifford, D’Oycuui: D'Ete, Madeline. Gooseberries—Houghton's Seedlings. Dewberries. The subject of the early ripening of peaches was dis cussed. The Amsden was reported ripe June 7th. The Alexander ripened from June 9th to 15th, and was three days ahead of the Beatrice, The Beatrice was reported to"be not liable to be stung, while the Louise and Rivers are stung badly. Dr. Hape- The Alexander ripens with me four to six days ahead of the Beatrice. W. P. Robinson—The Alexander ripens with me four day-s ahead of the Beatrice. I gathered 100 busfiels of the Beatrice this week. But tw-o or three peachbs were SAXON A. ANDERSON, Agent, Marietta Paper Jlanfg Co.. • MANUrACTUKERS OF- BOOK, NEWS AND WRAPPING PAPER, MARIETTA, GEORGIA. The paper that The Sunny South is printed on is made at this mill. stung. J. B. Wade—The Alexander ripens three or four days ahead of the Beatrice. The peaches ripen in the follow ing order, but close to each other: Amsden, Alexander, Beatrice. The Beatrice is splendid for shipping Peaches opened in New York at $32 per bushel. Mr. Parnell, of West Point, shipped a car load to Chicago that brought over $1,200. The freight cost $260. Dr. S. Hape called attention to the model of a fruit dryer, invented by Rev.’J. L. Rogers, and exhibited the workings of the model. Our Churches. —The Young M-n’s Building Association of the First Methodist Church have received a bell(e) weigh ing 750 pounds. Proposals received by C. Bilbro. — During the past, week an interesting revival has been progressing in the Sixth Methodist Church. The interest was deep and the altar nightly crowded with mourners. The sermons of the Rev. David L. Anderson were attended by the unction of the Holy Spirit. The meetings will likely continue during the preseet week. —The Atlanta District Conference of the Methodist Church adjourned Saturday evening, June 22. Seventy-nine delegates were in attendance. Rev. W. F. Cook was President, and Rev D L Anderson Secretary. Rev W F Cook preached a sermon on the use of money that made a deep impression on the minds of all present. Rev A G Haygood also preached a sermon of great power during the Conference. Dr E M Pendleton. Kev W A Dodge, W F Wright. G T Hurt and Manson Glass .were appointed a Committee on the State of the Church, an J Rev J E . anti Kev J E Evans. T M Merri- wether and A M Colton on the Publishing House. Reports were read from all tbe churches of their condi tion. The question, “ Is there any mission ground in this District?” was taken up and answered in the negative. The following was adopted : Whereas, there is now no mission in the bounds of this District, and as there must be sections of cities and the country- so removed from organized churches as to need the means of grace and Sunday-school facilities brought to them; Resolved, That the attention of the ministers and mem bers, and especially- young members, be called to these sections as furnishing a field of usefulness and of duty to them. Resolved, That it is the sens? of this Conference that it is the duty of all pastors to eucourage the membership of the church in this work in every way- practicable. The following delegates to the <-'eneral Conference were elected : Gov A H Colquitt, J M Turner, Rev E M Pen dleton, W L Manghnm. Alternates, Rev G W Stone, V R Tommey, T M Merriwether, Manson Glass. The Committee on the Publishing House reported : 1. That special attention be called to the necessities of the Publishing House, as set forth in the address of the Local Entertainments. —The commencement exercises of the Con vent of the Immaculate Conception takes place at De- Give’s Tuesday night. The salutatory will be delivered by Miss Lizzie Cull, and the valedictory by Miss Ids John ston. The “ Hidden Gem.” a drama, in two acts, and the cantanta of “ The Rainbow,” will be presented. The ex ercises will be extremely interesting, and the music will be as usual, superb. —Tuesday night, the comic opera of the “ Poctor of Alcantara ” was presented at DeGive’B to a full house. E Van Goidtsnoven, as “ Doctor Paracelsus, ’ was perfectly at home. The “Carlos” of Lieut John Kinzie was finely- rendered. His voice and acting was to the life, especially in the basket scene. Mrs \V H Weems as Lucretia sustained her wide-spread reputation as a vo calist. Mrs Lewis H Clarke filled the role of Isabella, the sentimental young ladv, admirably, though naturally it is Dot her forte. Miss Teresa Thom, as Inez, was a perfect success. She evidences histrionic power, and seemed to be wfiat she acted. George K Camp as Don Pomposo, and Ed Hammond as Don Balthazar, filled their roles with consummate ability The Perez of Mr Hills and Sancho of Mr Bliley were excellent. Mrs Clark, in “ He Still was There.” enchanted ail present with her silvery, sweet tones. It was a decided ‘hit.” It will be repeated Wednesday night. Let all who would enjoy- a rare treat, attend it, Help for the weak, nervons and debilitated. Chronic and painful diseases cured without medicine. Eleetric Belts and other appliances, all about tfiem, and how to distinguish the genuine ftom tbe spurious. Book, with full particulars, mailed free. 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OLDS & CO., Lnzerne, New York. 109—It Augusta Female Seminary, Staunton, Virginia. T HE LARGEST FIRST-CLASS INSTITUTION FOR Young Ladies in Virginia, with an able corps of twenty-five teachers. Opens the first Wednesday in September, 1877. For catalogues containing full particulars, apply to MISS M. J. BALDWIN, Principal, 109-3mo Staunton, Virginia. i) a day at home- Agents wanted. Outfit and terms viw ft free. TRUE & CO., Augusta, Maine. Atlanta Purchasing Agency. J HAVE been so frequently called upon by persons at 2. Expressing regret that the North Georgia Conference has not as y-et met her pro rata part of the $60,000. 3. To request the churches in our bounds, for the sake of the credit of the church, and for the relief of the iriends who have endeavored to sustain the credit of the church, as well aB the good name of the Conference, to respond liberally to the claim until it is met. The following resolution was adopted : Resolved, That it is the sense of this conference that the preacin r in charge should see that collections are taken up in their churches at an early- day- u..der such cir cumstances as shall give the people the opportunity to contribute to this enterprise. Monticello was selected as the next place of meeting. The committee on the General State of the Church in to the smallest article of Wearing Apparel. The pur- the District reported: chase of Pianos, Organs and other musical instruments a In the main, 1 he memoersbip are leading moral lives, specialty. Being a musician myself, and having dealt Some persist in drinking, making and selling liquor. Two j largely iu musical merchandise, I am not only acquainted have been expelled, and others are under investigation. j with the best makers, but can buy any instrument a distance to buy articles for them of various kinds, that I have decided to open an Agency for that purpose. Atlanta is proverbial as a cheap market, and having had a number of years’ experience in the mercantile business, I am not afraid to guarantee satisfaction. Any thing will be bought on order, from A STOCK OF GOODS The doxology, arranged as an anthem, was sung by the choir. Rev. George Standing, Pastor of Loyd street church, pronounced the benediction. A Merited Testimonial. On Friday night Odd Fellows’ Hall was filled with near three hundred ladies and gentlemen to v itness the presentation of a testimonial of regard to Grand Pa triarch William <J. Grambling. After the singing of the opening ode. Past Grand G. H. | Merrifieid, in a chaste effort, explained tbe object of the meeting to be the presentation of a Regalia to Grand | Patriarch Grambling. The four lodges in the city united j iu the testimonial. Past Grand L. J. Glenn, of Barnes Lodge, presented I him with the regalia- It was a token of their high es- I teem for a brother and a patriot, and for his long and ar- j duous services in the cause of Friendship, Love and Truth ; brotherly love aud good will—the principles of Odd Fel- j lowship. The lodges had resolved :o embody aud present ! In a tangible shape their esteem, and in pursuance of that :.-solution they presented him with the collar, pin and j jeweL Past Grand H. Franklin, of Schiller Lodge, invested Mr. Grambling with the collar. He had known Mr. j Grambling for thirteen or fourteen years, and he was proud to say that the acquaintance of year after year had [ ripened into friendship and love. He knew none that he loved and esteemed so welL Grasping him by the hand, he remarked that he hoped to see him many years, to shake his hand and see his frank and honest face. In some of the city chuiches, some dance, in the errone- [ oils belief that it is iio harm. There has been but little increase, if not a falling ofi', in the matter of infant baptism. There is a gratifying increase in the number of those who partake of the communion. Fasting is growing into disuse by people and pastors. But a small per cent, of the membership attend prayer meeting, and church conferences are not prosperous There seems to be not much hope for the efficiency- and perpetuity- of class meetings. The Committee report Emory College in a flourishing condition. Governor Colquitt and Rev Dr Harrison addressed the Conference on the subject, of Sunday- schools in excellent efforts. Rev F M Kennedy addressed the Conference in behalf of the Southern Christian Advocate in an earnest, practi cable speech. A resolution was adopted that stewards abide by- the discipline. The following were adopted: Resolved. That pastors record the names of baptized children, as the Discipline directs. Resolved. That the General Conference be memorialized to provide by law for tbe transfer of the names of bap tized children as such from one charge to another, where their parents have beeu transferred by- certificate. Dr Harrisi n announced that he would soon publish a j pamphlet on the difference betweeu the two Methodisms. j Resolutions of til inks to the congregation of Pavne's j Chapel for their hospitality to the in embers of the Confer ence were adopted. I On Sunday evening,Governor Colquitt and Judge James i Jackson addressed the Sunday school mass meeting. The ; remarks of Judge Jackson made a profound impression | on all present. cheaper than an outside party, even though he were pres ent in the city. My wife, 3IKS. L. H. SEALS, will at tend to the wants of lady friends. Terms, 5 per cent, on all sums under $100; 2% on alt soms over $100. Send stamp for information, and give plain directions for ship ping. Orders solicited. W. B. SEALS. 100-tf THIS NEW ELASTIC TRUSS Has* Pad differing from all others, i» cup-shape, with 8elf-Adju*ting Ball in center, adapt* itaelf te all posi- f tions of the body, while the ball ia the cup presses back the in testines just as a person would with the fingrer. with light preeure the Hernia is held securely day and night, and a radical cure certain* U la easy r durable aDd cheap. Sent by mail. Circulars free. ECCLESTON TRUSS CO., Marshall, Mich. 99-13t rr C ^ a Week to Agents. $10 outfit free, ep 4 I P. O. VICKERY, Angnsta, Maine. RUBBER PRINTING STAMPS Any and all sizes, sty les and kinds. Adjustable Stencil Plates, j Letters and figures. Circular alphabets, and I kinds. Also, Ribbon, Brass and Seal Stamps. 11 other | al Press- j es. etc., etc. Key-checks and Rings of every description. I Any- name and address stamped to order. Illustrated j price-lists free. Agents waiKcd. Address nol07-18t id K. H. DAVIS, Bristoe, Va. I if-- 0 Stinson k Co.. Portland, Maine. N, Woolley’s; of using Mor- Opiuin, Laud- iixir of Opium, lessly by this medy. Painless jcured AMERICAN j Improved i TC^ TT XT TWT Manufactured at Atlanta,. at reduced prices. Cure Or ; T»*sted in hundreds of a -• 8. Giuu mteed. Par- ANTIDOTE. '-M. Woolley, Atlanta, Ga. tore, entrance 23%. White- Office No. 25, over Linen hall street. T. H. ROBERTSON, MCBRIDE’S CHINA EMPORIUM, A ATTORNEY AT LAW, IXTHE ^ STATB8 ‘ MURFREESBORO, TENNESSEE. MILVILLE’S ATMOSPHERIC FRUIT JAR. F oreign legal business promptly attended to. and collections made iu any part of Tennessee. nolC8-tf The best Jar ever invented. Send for price list. Castors. Spoons. Forks. Knives, Hall Lamps, Hotel Saloon Fixtures. Those who have tried iliiviiie’s Jar will have no other. Temperance Tidings. —The Fith Congressional District Convention Good Templars meet here July 12th. Qcinine and arsenic form the basis of many of the I Ague remedies in the market, and are the last resort of j physicians and people who know no better medicine to j employ- for this distressing complaint. The effects of j either "of these drugs are destructive to the system, pro- ! dacing headache, intestinal disorders, vertigo, dizziness, i ringing of the ears, and depression of the constitutional T , IT, ; I , . - health. Ayer’s Agce Cure is a vegetable discovery, con- — Rev. -J. x. Reev.s organized a new tolge of 1 taining neither quinine, arsenic, nor any deleterious in- Good Templars at smy rna. Rockdale county, last <v eek. i gredient. and is an infallible and rapid cure for every- form —The Fulton County Grand Lodge, Good of Fever and Ague. Its effects are permanent and cer- Templars. will meet at New" Hope, five miles from this tain - 1)0 injnry can resmt from its use .Besides being citv on July 11th. * a positive cure for Fever and Ague tn ail its forms, it is — ’ J ' . : also a superior remedy- for Liver Complaints. It is an — The committee appointed at a meeting of; excellent tonic and preventive, as w e ]] as a cure, of all the ministry of Atlanta to see what changes are necessary complaints peculiar to malarions, marshy and miasmatic in the law relative to sals of liquor to minors met las’t districts. It acts directly on tite Liver aud biliary appa ratus. thus stimulating the sys'em to a vigorous, healthy condit on. For sale by ail dealers. 98-Iy Georgia Soap Factory. S. C. Hitchcock’s Soap Factory rS MAKING FULL POUND. FULL THREE-QUARTER 1 ponud bars, full oae-hali pound bars of two grades of' Laundry Soaps, at less prices than the same qualities can Office, H 103-3m permanent^ and cer- he laid down from any factories, East or West. Pryor street, Atlanta." Monday. We shall publish their report iu our next issue I —Owing to the revival in tke Sixth .Methodist the public temperance meeting was not held ihere Thurs day night. There will be a public temperauce meeting in : the Third Baptist Church next Thursday night. — Atlanta Lodge Kuights of Jericho was ; recently reorganized with near ninety members. The following officers were elected at the last meeting: T S King. Chiel; W Belt. Vice-Chief: Miss Deneen, Lady Preceptress: — Mitchell Marshall: J W Taylor. Chap lain: AS Dyar. Secretary: M B McCorkle. Treasurer; | — White, Herald: Miss McCorkle: Guard: J D Dodd, Sen- ; tiuei. The lodge meets in Powell's Hall. rOi'YG MEN. Prepare for business by attending MOORE D BUSINESS UNIVERSITY, Atlanta, Georgia. The best practical Business School in the country. Send lor journal, terms, etc. Louisville Purchasing Agency. T HE favor with which this Agency has been received throughout the South increases its facilities for making satisfactory purchases of suits, hats, underwear, aud all iadies' goods. For information, a stamp must be enclosed. Send orders to MISS ELLEN J. HAAS, 99-tf 158 Fourth street. THE pocket geologist and book of 1 MINERALS describes world-building, elements, min erals, racks, wins, metals, ores, carbons, L-ems, spars limes, clavs, grits, salts, paints, their localities and de posits. Price $1,00. post-paid. Address Frederick H. Smith, Civil and Mining Engineer, No. 54 Lexin-ton street, Baltimore. Md. O UR best agents are clearing from $35 to *40 a week Agents wanted everywhere. Term* >mi a week in your own town. Terms and $5 outfit I sent free. Address Shu*tles A Sons Wholesale Jawelrv Af" tTOO tree. H. HALLETT X CO., Portland, Maine. I and Novelty Dealers. Atlanta A, ’ and Novelty Dealers, Atlanta, Ga. II