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************ Official Organ Thomas County ************ ************ Why Wait? Send in Your Subscription NOW. jSjIjSjSjSjSjSiOjI * * * VOL. 1. No. 60. THOMASVILLE, GEORGIA, FRIDAY, AVGUST 16, 1013. $1.00 PER ANNUM. SULZER WAS IMPEACHED .BY LOWER HOUSE OF NEW PROCEEDINGS PRESENTED TO THE SENATE—VOTE WAS 70 TO 43—MRS. SULZER MADE DECLARATION THAT SHE USED CAMPAIGN FUNDS TO PURCHASE STOCKS BUT THIS FAILED TO STAY THE PROCEEDINGS—DIFFERENCE OF OPINION AS TO WHETHER. SULZER WILL HAVE TO GIVE UP GOVERNOR. SHIP AT ONCE. , (By Associated Press.) | Sulzer was asleep. He had give's Albany, N. Y., Aug. N 13.—The orders not to be awakened, and the lower House of the Statjp Legislature only word from the Executive Man- Impeached Governor William Sulzer slon was, "The Governor knew pret- early this morning, after an all- night session, on charges of having diverted his campaign contributions to a private use, and having made, BOOM GIRL INC FAST FIRST PRIZE WILL GO TO THEIR HOME IN GRADY COUNTY SATURDAY IF THEIR IMPROVEMENT CON TINUES SATISFACTORY. ty well what would be the result.” Governor Sulzer’s Trlqnds are In clined today to bdteve, In the light . . ... . . . . .- i t An * 4i»Q* I feel tliat tney ato needed to loolc of Mrs. Sulzers ♦tatement. that the! . „„ , h „ The two Bodlford girls, Mary and Rboda, who have been under treat- meat at the City Hospital for the In- juries inflicted by the negro Ed. Le Conte, are so much improved that they will be allowed to return home on Saturday. They are very anxious to see their father and mother, and also under'oat'b: false statements as t0 , !dwto/m cKT'has'renrenUd‘to on 11)0 eld ® 1JneB ’ watching the play- his campaign receipts. i formidable than before his impeach-, Ulk „ A ♦».« i«„a Governor Sulzer’s wife’s effort to. ment. It is said that Gov. Sulzer »ive him by the declaration that she allowed his wife’s statement to be- had usejl some of the campaign con-jcome public last night, only when) ^ * Qr t f thel fa * her and tributions to purchase Wall Street |he found he couldn't prevent It. Shel^ but It Is supposed that they stock, failed to have any effect. (told Senator Palmer yesterday, that mocner ’ Dut H ,B BUpp03ei1 l “ R t.tney T t i h ave them go back the last of the «™., Eight men participated In the It la said that Gov. Sulze. I circling the bases trial. The start The vote was seventy-nine to! it was she who had made the pur- forty-flve, and a committee was ap- chases In Wall Street, pointed to report the Assembly’s j Articles of Impeachment a Volunous findings to the Senate, which met at j Document, eleven o’clock this morning. The articles of Impeachment The majority leaders claim that, with the presentation to the Sen ate of the Impeachment articles, Sulxer would automatically cease to he governor, but 8ulzer's lawyers hold entirely different views to this opinion. The Assembly passed « resolution appointing nine managers to con- duct the Impeachment proceedings, on behalf of the lower House, under | from testifying before the the Chairmanship of Assemblyman locmmlttee. Levy. The .committee Includes five Gov. Sulzer is also charged with otter New York City Democrats. I attempting to manipulate the stock • When adjourmest of the Leglsla-J market by his attack on the stock tlve session was taken, Governor exchange. against Gov. Sulzer make a docu moot of over four thousand words They charge a vtalation of the penal laws of the state, not only In con nection with filing an Improper and incorrect account of bis campaign expenses,' and diverting his campaign contributions to the purchase of stocks, but In connection with bis at leged efforts to prevent witnesses Frawley WILSON WILL 1CLL THE WHY8 AND WHERE- FORES OF THE SPEECH HR MADE YESTERDAY RELATIVE TO THE BRITISH OFFICE HE-1 TORT, .) I HELP MEXICO SENATOR SMITH, OF MICHIGAN, SAYS AMERICAN MONEY HAS IMS LARGE PART IN FINANC. ING REVOLUTIONS IN MEXICO. Washington, Aug. 14.—The Ad ministration win take action In re gard to-the statement issued by Am bassador Henry Lane Wilson, at tacking the British Foreign office for its views In roeognizlri* the Huerta .Government In Mexico. The President arranged for a coa- fernce with Chairman Bacon, and the Secretary of the Foreign Rela tions Committee. Meanwhile, he asked for a statement from the British Summer Embassy at Dublin, New Hampshire, as to whether tha statement of the British Foreign of fice was correct, as publicly publish ed. A sharp reprimand will most likely bo forthcoming from the Ad ministration, for the Ambassador’ statement. Senator Lodge, a Republican lead er, told President Wilson today that he wished to co-operate In every possible way, to support his efforts lu handling the situation peace fully. Mrs. W. S. West and Mrs. Gordon Cranford of Valdosta were visitors attending the ball game yesterday afternoon. Washington, Aug. 13.—The spe cial committee, sraiuu— Investigated conditions along the Mexican border will attack, In Us report, certain American interests, which are al leged to be conssrned In the revolu tionary activities In Mexico. Senator Smith, of Michigan, laid an outline today before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.- He Intimated that the report would deal particularly with the activities of the American representatives of the Revolutionists, who are reported to havo received aid from the American side of the border In the Madero and other uprisings. are still holding their own and will probably recover, though It will be a long time before they are com pletely restored to health. The public has been quite gener ous in donating clothes as well as money for the use of the two girls, the contributions not being confined to Thomasvllle but some of the nearby towns also sending donations. They are exceedingly grateful for all the kindness shown them and their expressions of thanks and ap preciation are very touching. The family is very much in need and everything given goes toward help ing a worthy oaute. KAN AWAY WITH RUN XING EVENTS EASILY—MURPHY GOT LONG THROW AND ROTH FUN- GO HITTING EVENTS—PAR KER AND CHAMFLIN ALSO RUN WELL — HURLEY WON FOR THE VISITORS In the field events Wednesday af ternoon, at the ball park, the first contest was called promptly at two thirty, as announced. The stands were filled and many were sitting . CREDIT POSTPONED OUT FOR REBELS PRESIDENT WILSON WANTED CHINESE PRESIDENT SENT THAT CURRENCY MEASURE PASSED, RUT WOULD LEAVE OFF THAT PHASE OF THE MATTER, Washington, Aug. 13.—President WllBon announced, just before the MANY TO JAPAN TO TAKE THE LIVES OF THE REVOLUTION ARY LEADERS. Toklo, Aug. 13.—Provisional Pres ident Yuan Shi Kal has sent one was made at home and the full cir cuit was run, touching each bag. Wagnon, first man, made It in fif teen seconds flat amd Parker, the last man to try, tied him. Zellers was next with fifteen and two fifth sec- Houso Democratic Caucus resumed j hundred assassins to Japan to kill Its consideration of the currency Dr. Sun Yat 3en, Huang Sing and bill today, that he didn’t believe It [other Chinese revolutionary fuglti- advlsable to attach to tho measure! tlves, Japanese newspapers say today, at present a proviso for rural I in connection with the repo-t that credits. He desires to postpone that! the Japanese government is arrang* phase of the banking reform until i in* to glve p0 || ce protection to the the December session of Congress, Chinese revolutionary leaders now In The Government Commission, which [japan. Is now studying the subject In Eu-j it is declared however, that Japan FRANK ALIBI IS ATTEMPTED SEVERAL SAY HE WAS AT HOME ’ FEW MINUTES AFTER THE CHIME WAS REPUTED TO HAVE BEEN COMMITTED — CHARAC TER WITNESSES ON STAND. rope will report by then President Wilson eald that dur ing the discussion of tho, currency bill, he has been urged that a spe cial provision should be mado for facilitating such credits, os the far mers of the country stand In the most need of agricultural credit, as wont allow the Chinese plotters to use Japan os their headquarters. onds. The prize wias two shirts by. distinguished from commercial cred- The Fair. Its. He said that special machinery In the fungo hitting contest, the and a distinct banking system was hitters stood in craierfleld and. necessary If rural credits are to be knocked the ball toward the grand-1successfully and adequately sup- stand. Roth won the event by about > plied. two yards. Cheney, Murphy and 1 Hurley of Valdosta were about tied Congress May Recess When Tariff for second and It was given to the and Currency Bills Pass, visitor. First prize, six pairs silk Washington, Aug. 13.—The Dem- eox, donated by Neel Bros. Second ocratlc and Republican Senators are Revolutionary Leader Surrenders. Shanghai, Aug. 13.—Gen. Wu Sing Fit surrendered today to the North ern Government troops. The Rebel leaders escaped during the night. It is believed the surrender was caused by the fact that no money could be secured to carry on their campaign. THAN DURING THE MOXTH OF JUNE, THIS YEAR—GOVERN MENT ESTIMATED THE NUM- . BEB OF BALES NOW IN WARE- Jerger and second prlxo box dgars, prize, bat, donated by Robison Sta tionery Co. In the bunt and run to first base, Wagnon first man up made the beet time, 3 and 3-5. seconds. This was tied by ChampUn. Four others tied for second with a fifth second more time, Murphy, Brewster, Swartz and VanLandlngham. First prize. $3.50 glove given by James Watt A Bro.,. and second prize, knife, by Robison H Hardware Co- Wagnon and Champ, tossed a coin for the first, and Champ won. Long distance throw, started with twelve entries. Murphy threw the ball from left field fence Ipto the bleachers and Zellers came next with a throw almost as long. The first prize, was a gold tie clasp, by L. H. earnestly considering the advlsablli. ty of a recess until November first, after the completion of the tariff bill and the passage of the currency Mil In the House. % The Senate today resumed its con. sideratlon of the agricultural sched ule. TO GOES ITALY Atlanta, Aug. 14.—Attorneys for the defense made a vigorous effort today to have stricken from the rec ords certain questions characterized as leading, where wore put to the character witnesses by Solicitor Dor sey yesterday, In the trial of Leo M. Frank, who Is charged with the mur der of Mary Phagan. • The court ruled that the state could ask questions regarding alleg ed conditions, and Introduce testi mony in support of the allegations. Several witnesses. Introduced la an effort to establish an alibi for Frank, testified they saw him at ids home a few moments after the state claims he killed the Phagan girl, several blocks away. HOUSE AND MANUFACTORIES. Washington, Aug. 14.—The cot ton consumed in the United States during July amounted to four hun dred and eighty-six thousand, two hundred and forty-six running bales, compared with four hundred and slx- TEMPLARS GO TO LOS ANCELES (By Associated;Press.) Denver, Clo., Aug. 14.—Los An geles was today selected on the first ballot as the next meeting place for the Thirty-Third Tri-annual Con clave of the Knights Templars, by the delegates to thisv. year’s Con clave, which lias been In session here. fourteen bales consumed during (be month of June, the Census Bureau announed today. The cottoil on hand July 31, In manufacturing establishments total ed 1,032,543 bales; in independent warehouses, 410,951 bnles. Tho lm- by R. Thomas. The accurate throw was won by Wagnon and Hurley and Parker tied for second, Hurley getting it on a toss of the coin. First prize was Parker, pen by. . Peacock-Mash Drug Co., and second, an umbrella by Harry Steyerman. This event wad carried out, players standing at ty-slx thousand, nine hundred and second base and throwing through a - * - - - .v—„ -* i,/\m-t ni.tA jfo ball went hoop at home plate, through the hoop. The 80-yard dash wus the most exciting event of all, there being eight entries. The race was very close between Hurley, Wagnon anil Zellers, until the last fifteen yards GEORGIA CORN CROP IS LARGE Atlanta, Aug. 13.—The largest corn crop In the history of Georgia Is predicted for this year by Col. W. L. Peel, and other Atlantlans, who have been travllng through the .State, provided, of courae, that noth ing happens between now and har vest time to cut down the yield. "More corn nas uecn planted this year than ever before,’’ Col. Peel said, "and if nothing happens I be- Move the state will make There will be two contests—one for boys and one for girls,- and in for the each ron test there will be two prizes - . , , . . -given—a first prize of fl * “ first time nearly enough corn to sup-| and a second of tvo flfty ports were 0,196 bales and exports ’ » ben Wagnon forged about twelve 140,710 bales. ply hei wants. The farmers who have planted more than they will need, will be aide to sell to their Defense Lets Down Bars, Giving Prosecution Change to Introduce nnj Testimony It Desires. Atlanta, Aug. 14.—By letting down tho bon for the Introduction at character witnesses in the Phagan murder case, the defense bss either called Solicitor Hugh Dorsey's bluff or It has given Dorsey a powerful weapon to aid la the conviction ot Frank. Which of these two things It has done, only further develop ments will show. It has Dei— rumored, whispered and published ever states the trial began, that the solicitor and detec tives had evidence of the most dam aging kind against Frank's character and private life, but that It could not be introduced at the trial. It has been said that this evldeacn would show that Frank was a de bauched man; that be had pursued other girls, and that bis character was one which would comport thor oughly with the prosocuttoa's theory of the crime. By Introducing Its witnesses to testify to the good character ot Frank, tho defense has virtually said of these rumors: "We believe they ■a"flrst“ pYlze of "five” 'dollars” aro al1 lleB ’ nnd we '• hallenc:e Y° u to prove them. We give you the Now York. Aug. 14.—Porter Charl ton the self-confessed wife slayer, was surrendered to the Italian au thorities today. In accordance with the extradition papers. He will ^e returned to Italy today on the Bteamer Redltlala. Charlton, who was s young bank clerk, was on his honeymoon, when the tragedy ccurred at Lake Como, Italy . Mrs. Charlton’s body was found In a trunk at the bottom of the lake. Charlton- fled to America, and was arrested Ss he landed at New York. He has been In jail three years. Prizes For Declamation. • The Ladles Study Class of Thom- smville has offered prlzee for the best declamations rendered by the stu dents of any of the schools of this TARIFF THEN ‘Inches ahead and won by that mar- , . , , ... . gin. Hurley got second. The first tielghbors, and thus money will be prize was a pair of Cro9ette .>hoes kept at home. : by L. Steyerman. and second, two) hope that by liexl year fully ties by Smlth-Harley Shoe Co. ,.„ r „ u . ln h „ ma ,i P to sup- enough eom will be made to 1 There was no hitch In the events . i— 1 .i.»sj «* AhA.nlv (iDnrL'ln k own demands. What nnd everybody seemed pleased at thejPly Georgia’ entertainment afforded. Mr sell Watt acted as time-keeper and Messrs. Jordon and Dudley assiste; 1 the mana'-eriient in making the events go off easily and without de lay. In the final summary, Jchnnle WILSON IS OPPOSED TO ANY Wagnon was found to have made MEASURE WHICH WILL DELAY the most points by a good margin this prospect means to the s’ate can be readily understood In the light These contests will be held during j opportunity to Introduced character the Thomas County Fair, November f ^nesses. If you don’t prove the«e n, 6, 7. Wediope that the different*.., _ .chock. Will give this matter i‘h n ’ 3 now - it must be admitted be- their attention, addressing any In- • fore ,he J ,,ry that they are a pack of qulrles to Prof. J. 3. Searcy, County i lies.” Superintendent. i They have challenged the state to S«pt. Scarty Eudorsis. Plan. } do its worst. What the state does T ° * H 0f HwlH ho the moat interesting point, and tlie crucial fuming point of the trial. Schools of the County: T heartily endorse the move by Study Class of Thomasvllle to h of the declaration which has been I an oratorical contest at the County) made over and over again and never | J* prove an in- j refuted, that Georgia has been 10 cent Talc] Agents: NUNN ALLY’S CANDIES. leeeeeeee mmmmrnmt .nri.TBi iuv «* sill/n U IIjij Ilr4u.i1 .1-110 uiwm iwn**™ j ** . ,, ACTION—SENATE MAY FORCE t He tied for two first and won two. | uclH - THE POSTPONEMENT. Hurley, of Valdosta, with three sec-| . ionds v.aa tho beet point getter for Washington. Aug. 14 — Presidcnt I '»* visi-o's Wagnon was Klven tho Wilson today informed the Demo- tcn <, °’ lars n Kl ' whlch waB offor ‘ cratic p>enator8 that he U unaltera- ' f ‘V r ’ l>Ut | hie nelectloci and will also help la spending nearly $30,000,000 a year Return to “the oj‘"cusTom" oT hivi'Jg | thlTw for imported co« and corn P rod * ; J*?***" ,n the 80,100,9 0,1 Friday earliest moment that ail things may i aicernoons. be ready. I wUh at least one applicant from If you are still alive, let me hear :each school in the county. The I from you. J. S. SEARCY. ! teachers or some other competent! } person will assist In making a suita- 1 NEGRO WAYLAYS ANOTHER Supt. County Schools. (County papers, please copy.) bly opposed to any recess between the time the tariff bill Is passed and the currency legislation is taken up. The President believes It tile Deni ocratlc party’s duty-mot to hesitate In the legislation, hut to dispose of the tariff and currency legislation at tho present session of Congress. The December session, tho Presi dent said, should promptly take up anti-trust add other Important leg islation, carrying out the platform pledges. ’ President Wilson has taken a strong position on the question of agreements between the Democrats and Republicans In Congress. He said the Democrats, ns the domi nant party, should proceed deter minedly and not trade with the mi nority. lie further said that the business Interests throughout the country demanded early action on the tariff, whether a vacation was prom ised the Republicans or not. Democrats Wanted to Vote on Tariff Bill August 23tli. Washington, Aug. 14.—An at torn)* ky Mooter Masons, a Demo crat, to fores the 3enate to arrange for a rote on the tariff bill In the Senate August 25, was blocked to day by Senator Galllnger, a Repub lican leader. The Democrats refused to say whether they would Insist on taking up the currency hill, after the com pletion of the tariff legislation. . The Republicans refused to say whether they would filibuster against the tariff until they were assured the currency Ml] wouldn’t be press ed at this session. cd by President Jemlson for the man making Hie most points. THOUSANDS DIE III OLD GHIM CANTON SCENE OF PILLAGE AND ARSON YESTERDAY—SIL VERSMITH’S PLACES RAIDED AND FEDERAL TROOPS JOIN WITH REBELS. Canton, Aug. 14.—Twelve hun dred people "ere killed here yes terday, and pillage is in progress ry where. Half ot the Governmen troops have joined forces with tho Rebels, and together they have loot ed the principal goldsmith and sil versmith stores. Officials of the*army are power less owing to the dissentions anion*; themselves. j Ami Shoots With Shot in the llreast j —Two Had Keen Carrying Guns For Each Other For Some [ Time. j Joe Holmes was shot in the breast | Tuesday morning at an early hour by Alien Junior, a negro Mving on the Chastain place, five miles fronr-tTTWn* The two negroes both worked on the place and had been at outs for some time because of an altercation which arose tome time ago, and in which the wife of Junior figured exten sively. It was stated that Tuesday morning about five o’clock, Junior waylaid Holntet: and as he approached shot him with a shot gun, the shot tak ing effect in his breast. Holmes, who had also been carrying a gun for his enemy, shot at him as he fled. He stated that he believed the shot bad taken effect. GEORfiir VETERU OEIO - - ■■ Rome, Ga., Aug, 14.—Rot, Robert B. Headden, a Confederate Veteran, and prominent Baptist minister, died here today as • result ot • stroke ot apoplexy, which he suffered at sod llinoos from the Gettysburg reunion. Re wsa for merly Grand Prelate of (be Georgia) Knights Templars. BEYOND HOPE (By Assootated Press.) Kansas City Ho., Aug. 14.—To day Is the eleventh consecutive day of extreme beat lu Missouri, Kan sas and' Oklahoma. Additional reports have come In today ot srimsstod water supplies drinking bad water and suffering from tbe asst Many crops is the affected states are burned beyond redemption. The negro Allen Junior, who shot Joe Holmes on the Chastain place. Tuesday, came ill Wednesday morn ing and surrendered to Sheriff Sin gletary. Junior claims to have shot In self defense and to have been at work near his home since the shoot ing. Holmes is still alive, but small hopes are held out for his re covery. IMPORTANT SESSION I. T. U. Convention In Nashville Considering Important Matters Today. ' Nashville. Teni, Aug. 14.—To day’s teseion of the International Typographical ’ Union here promisee, to be the liveliest of tbe convention. A consideration of the re-organiza tion plan, by which control will be vested In a board ot directors con sisting ot twenty. Instead of the ex ecutive council of three, will be voted on. Calgary and Providence ere lighting bard tor next year’s convention. Fall Notice! We can now show you a full line of:- Woolen Dress Goods All Fashionable Shades, ranging in prices from 65c to $3.50 per yard. In Brocaded Materials there are Velvets Crepes and Woolen goods. We can at the same time show you some ele gant new Tailored suits for ladies. Other lines in Ready-to-Wear, will arrive shortly. Louis Steyerman, The Shop of Quality Onthe Corner. — ■£ j