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The Cartersville Courant-American. VOL. IX. grand flight of oratory. Bishop Beckwith Holds Captive a Large Audience. •■But When the Fullness of Time Came Goil Sent Forth His Son”—Regular Services at Ascension Church. One of the most intensely interested audiences that ever listened to elegant pulpit oratory in Cartersville was the one that crowded every available inch of room in Ascension church last Sun day morning. It was the occasion of „f Rt, Rev. John W. Beckwith, * of Georgia. I). D., bishop of tne .. ° ’ to this parish, who delivered a discourse that was simply sublimein every feature. With a delivery that is unequaled in the pulpits of America, a masterly command of language and thoughts so brilliant as to seem inspired, this gifted man at once chains the attention of all and holds it to the finish. , Long before the service began the au ditorium of this pretty little church was filled, and many, unable to obtain seats, or even standing room, turned away. An excellent choir, located in the rear of the building, furnished delightful music and added interest to the beautiful ser vice of the church. Bishop Beckwith took as his text the Epistle of Paul to the Galatians, 4th cha*pter and 4th verse: “But when the Fullness of Time Came God Sent Forth His Son.” The bishop began his sermon by ad vancing the idea that God, instead of in terfering with the free will of man, used it to accomplish His ends. He places the good aud the evil before man, but com pels him to take neither. God sometimes even uses the ways of the wicked to fur ther His aims. He gave several striking historical illustrations to make clear this idea. One of these was the story of Da vid and Goliah. He thought nothing was more natural than for Jesse to send his young son David to the camps of his brethren with gifts and to inquire into tlieir health. But when David goes forth to fight against Goliah we behold the work of God. It was the work of God that made this young boy, with nothing but a sling aud a pebble, go forth to meet in battle a giant in strength and who was trained in all the arts of war fare from his youth up. It was God, who used the passions of men to accomplish HiJend. Another illustration of God’s work is found in the overthrow of the Jews by the Babylonians. They took the Jews captive and sent them forth in bondage. But the Jews took with them the bible, and thus, through the passions of men, God’s word was sent into other countries. It was God’s use of the will and passions of men that caused the bi ble to be translated into the Greek lan guage by the Ptolemies, the then univer sal language as is French today in the countries of Europe. The speaker dwelt at length on this idea and showed that God was using the free will of man in making preparation for the coming of Christ. In the first century the Roman conquerors had budded roads and bridges over all the then known.-world. He himself had croiSed drie of these bridges in Palestine. It had two arches and was wide enough for two chariots to cross abreast, and was as good now as when first budded. The Romans had built their roads into Palestine, a small country only about one hundred miles in leugth and about twenty miles wide. Asa raf*e. the Jews were despised by the other nations, and tho Romans held them in subjection in order to show their contempt for them. Their religion was in variance with the other nations, atnoug whom supersti tion held full sway. It was under such circumstances as these that Jesus came to bless the world. Nothing could be more beautiful than the word painting of the speaker in describing the scenes on that eventful December night. It wonld be impossible to follow him in it. The rift in the clouds, out of which the arch angels appeared and announced the birth of Jesus of Nazareth. The fullness of time had coine and God had sent His Bon. The speaker then took up the life of Christ from His birth and with a master mind presented a picture so grand and so charming, and so plain, that the au dience was stirrer! to the very depths of their hearts. He told of His preachings and the wonderful effects it had on men. Never before and never since have the hearts of men been so thrilled as were the people during the life of Christ. His re lating the parable of the Prodigal Son as told by Christ, was something wonder ful and had a marked effect on the au dience. He closed with one of his grand flights of oratory. It is impossible to give any synopsis of the sermon that would in any way do justice to the effort. His eloquence of language and portrayal of events are something worth a journey of many miles to see and hear. After the sermon and regular service a large number stayed for communion. While bishop Beckwith was here an arrangement was suggested whereby As cension church sill have the services of a regular rector every third Sunday. If the arrangement is made, this church is to join with the parishes of Dalton and Ledartown in securing a minister, whose time will be divided between the three places. A lay reader will also be ap pointed, which vyill euable the church to have services every Sunday. . The Kyalt* Cottage. Cartersville, Ga., Nov. 11.1889. To the brethren of the Middle Cherokee Association: Many of you will remember that at the last meeting of onr body, at Dalton, an effort was begun to raise an amount of sutfjeiftnr, ro buiid at Mercer Uni versity in Macon, a house for students to be known as the “Ryals Cottage,” by way of compliment to our honored mod erator, who is also professor of theology in the university. A number of brethren, promising for themselves and for their churches, sub scribed about half the amount necessary, aud many other brethren promised that they would make an earnest effort when the went home to get their churches to take part in this laudableenterprise. As the matter was left with me for comple tion, I now appeal to all these brethren to boglu to send in then- contributions, whether for themselves or their churches, as soon as possible, that work on the buildings may be soon commenced. This building is very much needed by reason of the rapidly increasing number of pupils now entering the university, many of whom will be shut off from all opportunity for education at Mercer unless the number of these cottages can be greatly increased. To those who were not present at the meeting of the association, I will state, that by means of these cottages which ure furnished free to students, board can be had at from nine to ten dollars per month, while the other boarding houses do not charge less than eighteen to twenty dollars per month. Many a poor man could pay ten dollars per mouth for his boy, who could not possibly pay eighteen or twenty dollars. Here then, is mi oppun uuity to help poor deserving young men—young men in the minis try and out of the ministry—and in Wieir education greatly enlarge aud in crease the influence and power of thin grand old school of the fathers. I hope that brethren, who feel that the Lord has been good to them, will at once, or very soon, send a contributfon for this cause, for themselves, and then jiersuade their churches to do the same thing. Please attend to it, brethren, as soon as possible. I would prefer that all amounts for this* work be sent to Rev. George R. McCall, D. I)., Macon, Ga., but if more convenient, brethren can send to meat Cartersville. Fraternally, Wm. 11. Cooper. Why We Are Thankful. Because we are living. Because the legislature has adjourned. Because there are plenty of pretty girls yet left. Because Cartersville is fast moving to the front as a progressive town. Because bustles and reeds are gone and women can sit down comfortably. Because on any Sunday of the year you can hear a good sermon in Carters ville. Because that, even if there are dudes and toughs. tHbre are a great many man ly. splendid fellows. Because, even if there are flirts and frivolous women, there are also those be fore whom you can bow with the con sciousness that they are gentlewomen. Because we had the pleasure of hearing a remarkably fine sermon from Bishop Beckwith last Sunday. Because the democrats had such a vic tory last week. Because we are still able to get three meals a day. Because Cartersville has one of the po litest and most obliging postoffice clerks in the country. Because there is very little sickness in town. Because the farmers are getting in a prosperous condition and are able to live at home ahd board at the same place. Because —because —but why enumer ate? There are many things to be thank ful for and the 28th iust. should be made a day never to be forgotten. Could Scarcely Walk. In the year 1885 I had a severe attack of rheumatism which so affected me that I could scarcely walk for several months. I tried numbers of remedies but without affording me relief. Iw as induced to try S. S. S. After taking several bottles I was completely cured and once again able to attend to my business. From tnv experience I can safely say that S. S. S. is the best rheumatism medicine in the world. M. Sehses, Abbeville, S. C. Treatise on Blood and Skin Diseases mailed free. Swift Specific Cos., Atlanta, Ga.. Mundel s children’s shoes, the best in the market, at cost Pt Montgomery’s. CARTERSVILLE, GA., THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 14. 1889. A DISTRESSING ACCIDENT. A Prominent Minister Blows Out the Drains of n Citißen of Cedartoivn. The news of a horrible accident comes from Cedartown. It is the killing of Mr. Gabriel Jones, by the accidental discharge of a shot gun in the bands of Rev. Charles K. Heuderson. The two gentlemen were out bird hunt ing and were walking through a field with their guns over their shoulders. Mr. Henderson was in advance of his companion and the hammer of both bar rels were cocked, juiiie? Ur Joues at " t .° P !‘ 11 tl)e £ uu from -Mi-. Hen ..wooii e suouldei' or it commenced slip ping; at any rate Mr. H* nderson attempted to get a firmer hold, and in doing so his hand came in contact with a trigger and a loud report followed, and Mr. Jonps fell back dead. The load of shot had entered his forehead a little above the right eye and his brains were oozing out of the hole made, presenting a most horrible aspect. Mr. Henderson was almost crazed by the deplorable ac cident. He called help and the remains were carried to Cedartown. Nothing could be more distressing to witness than the grief stricken home, the wife being prostrated by the news and the grief of the children heart rending. On account of the standing of both parties in the community, the town was greatly shocked over the affair. A LITERARY SOCIETY. One is Organized L.a.t Week at tlie Home of Rev. Sam June*. Quite a number of ladies and gentle men met Thursday evening at the home of Rev. Sam P. Jones for the purpose of organizing a literary society. The meet ing was a representative one of the cul ture and refinement, of the city and from the tone of those who participated it will become a most charming success. It was given the name ot the Etowah Liter ary Club, and it was decided to hold meetings twice a month. The SrSntt iiig officers were elected: President—Major Charles H. Smith. First Vice President Mrs. Sam P. Jones. Sooond Vice President —Mr. John VvV Akin. Third Vice President—Mr. A. O. Gran ger. Recording Secretary—Miss Anuie C Joues. Assistant Secretary—Prof. Robeson. Corresponding Secretary Mr. Con nelly. Treasurer —Rev. Elam Christian. A committee consistingof Mr. Granger, Rev. J. S. Hillhouse, Mr. W. H. Wikle, Prof. Robeson, Mr. Evan Mays and Rev. Elam Christian, was appointed to draft a constitution and by-laws. The next meeting will be held at the residence of Rev. Sam Joues on the even ingof the2lstinstant. Messrs, Robeson, Wikle and Connelly have been appointed a committee to preparea programme for that occasion. The Courant-American cannot con strain from saying that this is a move ment in the right direction. It will be a source of much enjoyment to those who take part in the meetings and at the same time be beneficial. We wish the ladies and gentlemen much success in their un dertaking. A beautiful line of towels and table damask, both wjiite and colored, at cost at Montgomery’s. A RECEIVER TO BE APPOINTED. A Proposition to Soil the Sum Jones Col lejje to the City. The stockholders of the Sam Jones col lege held a meeting at the opera house last Monday afternoon to consider the advisability of defending itself against the appointment of a receiver, a bill hav ing been filed in court for that purpose. After much discussion it was decided not to fight the appointment of a receiver as it was thought the affairs of the concern could be gotten in better shape by the taking of this course. It was also agreed that the receiver make a proposition to sell to the city the building, by the pay ment of the debts of the incorporation and refunding to the stockholders what ever amounts they have paid over, fifty per cent, on their stock. This will be al most a donation to the city and will secure a fine public school building at about one-third the value of this splen did piece of property. Suit Yourself, but there is no other remedy for sick headache, dizziness, coustipation, bil iousness, or to restore a regular, healthy action to the liver, stomach and bowels, equal to those reliable littlp “Pleasant Purgative Pellets'’ prepared by Dr. Pierce. Of druggists. Laxador is an invaluable remedy for torpid liver, costiveness, dyspepsia, and all bilious diseases. All druggists sell it at 25 cents a package. PORTER & VAUGHAN'S GREAT SPECIAL SALE OF Dress Goods, Cloaks and Shoes! We have determined to reduce our Stock in These Three Lines * at Once. Cut Prices! Cut Prices! ◄ For the next 15 days we will offer Dress Goods, Cloaks and Shoes at reduced prices. Now is your chance for Genuine Bargains. DRESS GOODS! DRESS GOODS! 36 inch all Wool Dress Flannel, all colors, reduced to 22£c. 34 inch Henriettas reduced to 12£ cents, worth 20 cents. 36 inch Hennettas reduced to 25 cents, worth 35 cents. 40 inch Hennettas reduced to 50 cents, worth 65 cents. 38 inch Tricots reduced to 45 cents, worth 60 cents. 40 inch Fancy Flannels reduced to 50 cents, worth 65 cents. 38 inch all Wool Tricots, reduced to 35 cents, worth 50 cents. All our Dress Goods marked down to extremely low prices. Great bargains now being offered in Dress Goods at PORTER & VAUGHAN’S. CLOAKS! CLOAKS! CLOAKS! We have just received a big shipment of new Cloaks; bought from a house who was in need of cash more than, Cloaks. We got them at a price way under their value. Now we propose to get ria of our im mense stock of Cloaks at once. Great Slaughter Sale of Cloaks. They must be sold. Positively the greatest bargains in North Georgia in CLOAKS. Cloaks that are worth $4.00 now $2.50. Cloaks that are worth $5.00 now $3 75; Cloaks that are worth $7.60 now $4.50; Cloaks that are worth SB.OO now $5.00; Cloaks that are worth SIO.OO now $7 00- Cloaks that are worth $12.50 now $8.00; Cloaks that are worth $15.00 now SIO.OO. These arc positive facts; “ Seeing is believing.” Examine our stock and you will make cash. All Styles aud grades of Cloaks now going at Cut Prices. • PORTER & VAUGHAN Lead the town in Cloaks. More Cloaks in our house than any store in North Georgia. They must be sold. Cloaks now going at your own price at Porter & Vaughans. SHOES. SHOES. SHOES. Shoes are always staple and good stock, but we have too many on hand, and for the next 15 days we are going to reduce this department Now is the time to buy Shoes. PORTER & VAUGHAN are now offering unheard of bargains in Shoes; Ladies’ Shoes, Gents’ Shoes Childrens’ Shoes; all are going at CUT PRICES to reduce this immense department Ladies’ Shoes worth sl.lO now 90c; Ladies’ Shoes worth $1.25 $1,00; Ladies’ Shoes worth $1.50 now $1.25; Ladies’ Shoes worth $1.75 now $1.50; Ladies’ Shoes worth $2.00 fiow 1.75; Ladies’ Shoes worth 2.25 now 2.00. The same cutsin all kinds of Ladies Shoes. t Childrens’ Shoes in all styles and grades for the next 15 days at prices far below their ualue. Mens’ Shoes, all styles and grades, now going at the same ratio. Porter & Vaughan’s low prices on Dress Goods, Cloaks and Shoes will astonish the natives. Friday and Saturday only we will sell the best calieor made at 5 cents per yard. New fall styles, in all the Novelties. Grand bargains now being offered in Blankets, Flannels and Underwear. Cheapest line Hosiery in North Georgia. Extra heavy grey twilled Flannel, next 15 days at 15 cents per yard. Remember our great special sale for the next 15 days. H i PORTER & VAUGHAN. NO. 22.