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jAINBRIDGE, DECATUR CO., GEORGIA, SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 23, i&Ol. ONB DOLLAR A T1AH IN ADVANCE OFFICIAL 0R6AN OF DECATUR COUNTY AND OF THE CITY OF BAINBRID6E. al presentments. „» Jury Draw* and Bwotr U Court. 1901. of to* j - r N Court of Decatur County. s to Make the Follow** j Presentmoats. orkofthe various ^tcd are in " 1 Lb examination of the Oidi- Lte and records shows thorn ho manner highly tebecom- • of practical businesslike work : L „ especially mentioned for ' gB d clearness- This officer's capacity and faithful execute** ties are apparent. tbe woestigauon of t«he Coiwhy ^..jiissicnor’s books and roc- aiipear kept correctly and in -a L manner. Wo take .pleasure r that his work seems arduous bis good work has had the effect ally improving the efficiency •of ils aad esueeially those in -the districts." Funds appropriated (.purposes are$1#>056.83. There V schools for whites and fifty tiered, 3,145 colored and 3,209 lilsrtotal 0,354. Of this amount pportioned to Haiubridge 01;- bigbaui 0300 00. The expense sterHig -the -entire fund is about which includes the Gomtnis- Jary and all expenses -incident rk, snob-as attending and hold- cws. The .percentage is -less r cent expense of the f-u-nd isurer’s hooks are nicely -and |kept and show that he has -re- sfollowijg amouuts from all | Balance brought over 06,487,- 16,934.26, total 1013,422.00, I unt paid out 08,985.51, balance |l,436 55. All amouuts paid operly covered by vouchers, t Collector's books are in good [show 08,518 02 -collected to paid out as follows: 4* aid S 060.40, paid state 02,800.00, in 02, • i kept ingood order excect Jte pipe at the overflow from euis stopped up and we reo hat this be looked after at ir house are kept in good con- loeked after in a proper raan- reuummend that Ur. X). O. continued m charge. We also i that a defective sill in one [ ses be replaced, that the county bridge across 1 at haiubridge needs some Singers and posts. These re- t d he made promptly so that ot-mterfered with or greater alt from negligence in this ^ to public roads we find that lldUtriot has no commissioners he roads there are neglected i 'tidge also is in 'bad condition id there needs work. In ad- iese the following also are ded to the prompt cousideri- road commissioners: Little dftrrell’s Mill, the west end of bdge across Spring creek, the jessing oa the Bain bridge and 1 west of Spring creek, the hk from Miller couuty line to K« Ferry and the road run- lunuson due east, phs following vacancies and 1 that they he filled by ap- P t Justices of the Peace at Wot 1005, j. E. Maxwell, ’ 4 ' VV . B. Jones, District 1258, ■Strict 1558, B. A. Con- •criminal offense before commitment is granted upon a prosecutor’s allegations. We hud the court house in bad repair and 1 feel the need of a new and modern building. In reference to the litigation now pendiug on the question of its re moval we earnestly recommend and ask that the county commissioners rescind their action in this matter and erect i he new building on the site of the old >u,,. If this is not found practical we rec<>m* mend the Tuggier lot be chosen as l in, t, lot comprises a whole square and w mu- | rounded on all four sides by streets. We i feel that in this mauner tbe best inter ests of the county will be subserved, that nine tenths of the citizens of Deca tur will approve this oourse and that any other action by the county commis sioners would be looked upon as an in vasion of the lights ef the people, whose servants the county commissioners are. Commissioners of Roads and Revenue make a satisfactory report and show through R. A. Lytle, their chairman, receipts of 04,758.40' which amount has been expended and payments are prop erly covered by vouchers. There are at present 30 county convicts leased out at 014.25 per month for each oouvict. We find that the books and records of the Clerk of the Superior Court of this county are kept in an excellent manner and we take pleasure in highly com mending him for bis work. Relative to the hooks and records of the Sheriff, we beg to report that for- the reason that this officer was required in attendance on the court in its session it was impossible for us to examiue them pro; erly. The grand jury in the present session have found 53 true bills, 25 no bills and in addition investigated a large number of oases which eould not be sustained upon thorough examination. We recommend that the pay for attendance on- court, of the grand jurors, the petit jurors, the bailiffs remain the same for 1902 as at present. We desire to express our thanks to His Honor. Judge Spence, and all the officers of the court for the courtesies extended ns during this session. Espe cially do we wish to render our thanks and appreciation to the Solicitor Gen eral, W. E, Wooten, for tne assistance rendered us in our work and the uni formly courteous manner in which he has given such help at all times through out the session. We recommend that these present ments be published in the SEARCH Light and the Demoorat. E. Jv Willis, foreman; F. W. Zimmer man, clerk; 8. 8. Dixon; J. S. Over- street; W. H. Williams; W. W. Pearce; J. H. Hudson; S. D. CnerryjG. J. Mar- tiuj J.. M. Dollar; H. H. Hodges; J. 8. Shepard: P. G. Brinson; T. W. Fair- cloth; B. O. Thomas; S. E. Fireash; J. J. Spooner; A. 8. Kemp; Duncan Curry; M. C. Stegall; T. B. Grimmer. OPENS TUESDAY. Everything in Beadlnese ant Large Crowds Hxpected. Everything has been placed in or der at the Fair Grounds for the opening of the Gala Week of the Bainbridge Driving Club which be gins 26 instant, and continues for lour days. * President Hartsfleld. Secretary Toole and m fact every officer of the concern are highly el.it .I at the splendid prospects for the success of the affair. In regard to the character of the shows to be seen on the Midway, they desire us to inform the people that only the very best shows on the road have been retained and that those who attend may expect to be pleased if a first-class midway oau please them. The racing will be exceptionally fine aud the number of horses pres ent and participating will far exceed that of last season. With large purses and a fine track, tbe time made will be low, perhaps, lower than at other points in the circuit as it is known that, Baiubridge has the bust track in the cirouit. Several free attractions have b<« i secured. Among them Dana Thomp son, tbe High Diver and the wouder fulf'Sidonia.” These are free to all who enter tbe gates, as are certain other attractions and tbe races. Of course everything will be within the enclosure as last yesr, so that the usual admission will be charged al the gate. Large crowds from the country distrusts and neighboring towns are expected to attend and if they do the promoters of the Fair promiee them a satisfactory return for their trouble and money. Remember tbe dates, No v. 26, 27, 28 and 29. CITY COURT JURORS. Drawn To Servo at tbe December Term 1901. A. J. Ingram, O. H. Fuircloth, C. J. Munnerlyn, Jr. M. G. Clements, J. W. Poston, 8. D. Cherry, T. H. Williams, 8. Williams, R: J. Brinson. J. T. Humphrey, B. KT.Harrison, T. M. Whigham, A. K. Hudson, Robt. Bowen, Joseph Johnson, Jas. A. Reid, W. R. Adams, ». T. Wilson. A Quiet Marriage. Married at the home of the bride’s parents in Ibis city on Tuesday list Miss Bessie Colbert to Mr. Boylston of Apalachicola, Fla. Rev. W. F. Smith officiated. Only a few friends of the couple witnessed tbe ceremo ny. The groom is a prosperous and of bis town P t80f Justices of the Peace r wel1 an d properly kept and “■'commend that these officers at care in the investigation [Properly coming under their ' l he .grand jury finds a r of cases of commitment cannot be sustained upon j representative citizen Ksuch practice resulting i n ' while the bride is the daughter of I 610 the taxpayers of the j Mr. and Mrs. Ben F. Colbert of this f Lj he one hand and on the oity kup^uoi! 16 ^ re6U ! tin *| The couple left by first boat for "Son of the^aw, 6 Th^great- Apalachicola Fla., where they will ! such cases were brought m * ke lhe,r bo,ne • * ct M3; tried B. B . Kerr/J. PARKER—WILLIS. At the residence of Mr, E. J. Willis, in this city, on Wednesday at 3:30 o’clock, Mr. Lee A. Parker was wedded to Miss Belle Willis, Dr. D. H. Parker, of Boston, Ga., officiating. Mr. W. L. Galloway acted as groomsman and Miss — — as bridesmaid. The groom is a trusted employe of the E. Swindell & Go. Lumber Mills in this city. Tbe bride has many friends here. The couple will be guests of tbe Wilson Boarding Houae, near the M thodist church, where they will be at home to tbeir friends. PERRY—POWELL. At Pine Grove church, three miles north of Brinson, on Sunday even ing last at 3:30 o’clock, Mr. Archie G. Perry, of Iron City, was married to Miss Mary Huron, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jesse H. Powell, ot that neighborhood. Rev. W. E. Zediker, of Pelham, performed the ceremonies which were witnessed by several hundred friends. The church was tastily decorated with vines and flowers. The groom ia one of the popular and successful young business men of Iron City and has host* of frfends throughout that section of tbe conn, tv, while tbe bride is the beautiful daughter ot Mr. and Mrs- Jesse H. Powell. After receiving the congratula tion* of friends the happy couple INTERESTING LETTER. Our Oirraipondent Gives an Interesting Write-up of DonaleonvUIe. Editor Searsh-Light: As we have grown considerably “Bince Inst we meet,” we will claim your indul gence and space in your sprightly paper to give our friends our dimensions. Donalsonville has at last awakened from her lethargy and is fast becoming a place of considerable importance. 8he is now fully oognizant of tbe fact that sbe has not yet seen the zenith of her glory, as one of tbe most substantial little towns, from a business point of view, in the graud old oouuty of Deca tur. To say nothing of the new Presbyte rian church, aud tbe stately edifio of Mr. T. J. Shingler; together with a number of sightly residences reoently ereoted, tbe extensive improvements made here t>y tbe Chattahoochee Lumber Company evinces the fact, that we are coming to the f -ont., and that this corporation is an acquisition to Donalsonville which the people of our town and oounty should be proud of. If you have not visited this plaoe since the eteotion of this huge lumber plant you will be surprised when you do come at its immensity and tbe rapid growth and development of the little railroad station of a year ago. About seventy-five comfortable cot tages have been completed on the west side of the plaoe. whioh are occupied by operatives of the mill; while another large building is nearing completion which Will be utilized as quarters for a hundred or more nonviote, besides about one hundred which are already at work. Genial Captain Ed Cox is superintend ent of thia element of labor, whioh baa proved so very successful and satisfac tory. that he has long since been voted by tbe company as tbe “right man in tbe right place. ’’ Both the Prison Com mission Hnd tbe company have sufficient reasons to be proud of his services and superior judgment in repreeenting tbeir respective interest*. The Chattahoochee Lumber Company is composed of Georgia and South Caro lina capitalists, whose means and expo, rienoe, are classified by the clook like regularity with which every branch of tbeir business is dispatched. Miles ot railroad track, stretched in every direction, over which long trains with their ponderous cars bring pine to feed tbe ever wheeling, whirling, whis- zing saws. Now Mr. Editor we are not trying to impress you that we expect to rival Bainbridge, not so; we are proud of our county seat and look upon it with pride, as one of the coming cities of Southwest Georgia, with her excellent educational advantages, superior hotel facilities and ample railroad accommodation, with her sweet climate, her beautiful foliage, her congenial people, seated as sbe is upon the heaving bosom of tbe rolling Flint, proud as the American Eagle and blnsted be the archer that would pluck a single featbet from her pinion. Kindly send us & receipt for keeping our marshal at home after night faH. This ie a quiet town at night, and people who have pal! their municipal taxes do not like to have tbeir sanctums invaded at such unreasonable hours and be com pelled to answer a routine of interroga tions that are unnecessary except to sat isfy tbe vanity of a cripple head. This request comes from an alderman. One Davis, a oouvict from Lawrence oounty, is expected here today unaeoompanied by an officer, by special permission of tbe Prison Commission to begin a sent* enoe of 5 years imprisonment. Primus. NOTICE. ( earnes tly recommend that he Ring up 139 if yon have anything left for Iron City where they will be ^ ^ the substantiating of to prea. or have cleaned. j.t home in tbe future. All persons are hereby notified not te hunt with gun or dog on lot of land number 258 in the 27th dis trict of Decatur county Georgia* Thia Nov. 8,1901. W. W. Russell. Suits pressed, 50c, Bainbridge Tailoring Co., phone 189. FLEMINU-TRAFFORD. Another Brilliant Wedding In Faceville. —Florida and Oeorgta Join Bands. At half past 8 o’clock, on Tuesday Nov. 12th, occurred the marriage of Mr. Samuel Knox Fleming, of Talla hassee, to Miss Bernice Belle Traf- ford, the lovely daughter of Mr. and Mrs. 1. B. Trufford, of thia place, formerly of Willow Springs, Mo. The ceremony was performed in the Unitarian church, by the Rev. E. D. MoDougall, pastor of the Freabyte- riau church, at ThomaaviUc, in a sol emn and impressive manner. £ The Grand wedding march was played by Miss Clark, of Tallabaa-. see. The attendants were Miss Ai med* Trafford, Maid of Honor, at tended by Mr. Farney Fleming, brother of the bridegroom, And Miss Maude Hurl but and Dr. Stukes. Two lovely flower girls gently strew ed flowers in the pathway of tbe bride and groom. Messrs. Hoyt Campbell aud Alvin Gray were tbe . ushers aud they performed their du ties admirably. The church was beautifully decorated with bamboo vines, roses and other flowers by the artistic fingers of tbe lady friends. A large orowl was present to wit ness the ever interesting ceremony. Tbe bride was attired in a traveling drusa of light tan venitian cloth with trimmings of red silk riuh velvet and appliqua list and gloves m suite. She carried a lovely bridal bouquet of while daises and rose buds. The brides maids were becomingly atti red and carried bouquets of white and cream rosea.' The bride is a general favorite and by her amiability and kindness to everyone has gained tbe. loye and good wishes of all. Her popularity was well attested by tbe large num ber of handsome aod useful present* which she received. Mr. Fleming ia a young gentle, man of flue moral character, good business qualifications and has a lu crative position in tbe Western Un ion Telegraph Office. A party of frienda accompanied him from Tal lahassee. Namely: Miss Jamie Clark, who delighted the audience with her anperb playing; Miss Annie Vanbrunt, Mrs. Canty, Mrs. George Fleming, Mr. Farney Floming and Dr. Stukes. A party of the bride’s frienda from Quincy were present: Mrs. Horace Sbaw, the Misses Star- buok, Mitchell, Laura Love, Bessie McRae, Leila Woodard, and Messrs. Harry Apple, Robert Canty, and Hebert Sylvester, Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Dezelle and Mr. and Mrs. Ed Shep ard. Misses Strain, Erie Campbell, Mr. and Mrs. John Wood, A)len, and Warren Grubb from Mt. Pleasant. A reception was held in the eve ning at tbe home of the bride’s pa rents and a bounteous wedding sup per was served. Those invited were the party ot friends from Tallahas see, Rev. E. D. MoDougall, the at tendants, ushers etc., and Misses Nora Campbell, Julia Duke, Leila Wqodard, Hurl but, Mr. Ed Hurlbut, Mr. and Mr#. E. H. Ingram, Mr. aud Mrs. C. C. Hurlbut. The happy pair took tbe ten o’clock train the next morning aud will visit Savannah, Charleaton, Jacksonville aud other points before tbeir return to Tallahassee, which will be tbeir future home. May the auuabine of ’ love and prosperity ever attend them. Our slater state of Florida baa plucked one of our fairest flowers aud we hope she will appreciate tbe fair gift aud be ever kind to M Our Little Georgia Rose.” L. A. H. Faceville, Nov. 10,1901