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Harrell For Judge. ((J(|M M I! N'ICATKD.' That the people of Decatur County will select the Honorable \V. M- Harrell to be the chief dignitary of their City Court seems quite probable. The writ er being an admirer of this able young lawyer has taken the trouble since his candidacy was announced, to interview many influential men fiom the various sections of the county in order to get an idea of his strength and popularity. While he knew that Colonel Harrell had a large and favorable acquaintance he was surprised to find such unanimity of sentiment and expression of friendly feeling and confidence in the man and his ability. His announcement seems to havelstruck apopular chord which is ring ing in harmony throughout the county. This has led the writer into medita tion on the character and career of Col. Harrell, as moulded and influenced by his opportunities and eviromnenrs, and he discovers ample meiits to warrant skd account for his large following of ad mirers and supporters. He was bom on the banks of the beau tiful Thronateeska, seven miles above lfainhridge That river has never ceas ed to be to him sn inspiration. Often may ho he seen strolling beside its lim pid waters, beneath the bearded oaks that were liis companions and mentors, and it was in the midst of such romantic surroundings, appealing strongly to his artistic temperament, that he gathered and stored up the gems of eloquence with which he has so often charmed and entranced his hearers. He was reared at Whigham and it was there that he received his early educa tion and training under tlio beloved Dr, McElvy, who is still a prominent phys ician at that place. Afterwards lie at tended school four years at Cairo tught by the scholarly Dr. H. 11. Harris. It wus here that he began the study of law with the expectation of entering Cum norland University, but, owing to the fi nancial reverses of his father he was forced to give up his cherished ambition of a collegiate education. In 1HH1 he came to Hainbridge and con tinued tbe study of the law under the tutelage ot the distinguished law firm of McGill <V O'Neal and was admitted to the bar the following year He at once began the practice in partnership with J. U. Talbert, Tile struggles with poverty after his father’s re ,-erses only intensified his de termination to persevere and become qualified in his chosen profession. Dur ing the time of his studying and thft first year of his practice he was nothing daunted by discouraging circumstance^ hut fought on. tirui in his conviction, that success awaited him un that his vir tues and talents would find their re ward. His first political honor was when he was chosen to serve the people by his appointment as solicitor of the City Court of Hainbridge in 18811. Tnis office he held continuously for seven years and a half, when he resigned it. As the state’s prosecuting officer he did hisduty well and made fame and reputation for himself. At the same time he realized that the position was not suited to nis tastes His teuder and sympathetic nature prompted him to become the friend of the meek and lowly and to champion the cause of the unfortunates charged with crime Therefore realiz ing that that the defense was his forte rather than the prosecution he sent in his resignation. The most heated political campaign of 1885, when Patterson for sheriff and J. D. Harrell and H. A. Kieh for represeu- natives, were the nominees of the demo cratic party, lingers in the minds of many. The republicans, backed by their horde of ignorant blacks, bad been in power and that year they made a su preme effort to continue it. Col. W M. Harrell devoted bis energy and elo queuce to tbe aid of his party, took a veij active part in the campaign and made many speeches for the nominees in all parts of the county. The force of his logic and eloquence was irresistible, and it was conceded that his speeches to both whites and blacks were most effect ual. As a result the power of the re publican partv in Decatur county was forever broken. Col. Harrell was elected to the legis lature from this couuty aud served with credit to himself and honor to his con stituents during the sessions ot 181)4 5. He was on several occasions chairman of the county democratic conventions, ever which he presided with dignity and grace He was ever a staunch friend and ardent supporter of the candidate he deemed most suitab.e and best q tal- itied for the position sought. He was once appointed by Governor Atkinson Judge of the City Court of Hainbridge, the position be is now ask ing st the hands of tbe people. When UNDERWOOD typewriter.: THE VISIBLE WRITER Tabulator Free of Charge. 3D- EICH, BAINBRIDGE, GA. Traveling Representative. BaiiMge Grocery Co. ^—SPECIALTIES: ^ Armour & Co.’s Capitola Flour, Line of Veribest Oconee River Canned Meats Mills Meal, and Provisions. Genuine Texas Seed Oats. Hay, Grain and Everything in the Feed Line. Ask Us for Quotations. lie sought this appointment he received the endorsement of many of the ablest lawyers of this seotioi and of the state, including judges of the Supreme Court. So llattering were his endorsements that the governor appointed him without hes itation, but on going to the senate for confirmation his opponents raised the objection that he was ineligible on ac count of his having resided in Moultrie for a short time previous. Thinking this objection might be well fo unded he withdrew his name and requested the governor to make another appointment. Now as to his ability to occupy the position to whioh he was once appointed by a governor and to which he now asks the people to .-.Vet him: He has had an experience of t -v->nty years in the active practice of the law. During that time on the civil side of i Im courts he has rep resented clients with thousands of dol lars at stake. The highest evidence of his ability as a civil lawyer is the fact that he has retained the most of his cli ents through a long period of time and successive (and mostly successful! litiga tion, and whenever their rights of proo- erty is involved his services are in de mand again. As a criminal lawyer he certainly knows no superior in ibis coun ty and in fact his reputation extends be yond the limits of tne county. He has been employed in every criminal case of importance, ou one side or the other, for many years back, and his success with them has been marvelous. He has a peculiar adaptability for the logical pre sentation of facts. He gathers them as they fall from the lips of the witness, arranges them into a systematic bou quet and presents them to a jury as an unanswerable argument an advocate par excellence On such occasions his very soul is possessed with the zeal of advo cacy and every oue within the sound of his yoice i* swayed and moved by his powers of eloquence and convincing ar gument. As a counselor be is dominated br con servatism and the applications of tbe fundamental principles of the law, and his advice has borne the assau Its of his antagonists and attested his wisdom, justice and expenence. He is possessed of what may tie termed a judicial mind. Finally as a man he is humane, ho is charitable, he is true, be is just. What higher qualifications could oue expect in a just and upright judge. ttt tttoud? with the leading designers in the country is what en ables me to exhibit some thing new every day. Attractihc mi / Wmtn I invite vou to call and convince yourself. My patrons shall have the ad vantage of my years ot experience in the millinery hue Kcmember the place to trade is at my store corner Hon Air Block, Broad and West Streets. Utra. M. 31.Reyn ttlda. Too Many Go 0 <j s C^at^ Prices cut to pieces for the month of i Mr. Floyd says he is nearly going to give goods aw,,, .^1 from these prices you will think r S * Men’s Shoes 98c Women’s Sunday Shoes 95c Men’s Brogan Shoes 98c Women’s Brogan Shoes 09c Men’s Suits if2.00, better for 9.98 Black Thibet Suits $ 5.75 Men’s Blue Flannel Suits 5.76 Clothing and Pants at any price 5 papers pins 5c. 5 paper needlers 5c 24 sheets note paper '. 5c 24 envelopes 5o Men’s Hats 25c. Boys’ Hats 19c 2 Spoois Thread 5c Good Corset 24c Good Um brella 43c Child’s Cloak.... Cadies’ Capes.’49, & Wmter Underwear fo,t _ women .. on Boys’ Suits Men sOvercoats.. ' " ! ® n ’ s Overshirts.',"" oet Goblets... ” ' Set Tumblers"., 144 bants buttons’" ' Set Plates . Towels cheap. All kinds of Toys and Christmas Novelties. Bargains in Everything. The Goods must be soldi J. M. Floyd’s New York Racket BAINBRIDGE. GEORGIA. DIAMONDS Mr. Monroe Will Not Run. ; Editor Search Light: Please allow me space iu The Search j Light to correct the impression which j seems to bo quite prevalent in the coun- ! ty that 1 will be a candidate next year | for the office of Representative. I am : not and do not expect to be a candidate ! for the place. My decision is final in the matter; however, 1 wish to agaiu ex- 1 press to the voters of Decatur county my grateful appreciation of tbe loyal, I hearty support which they have so gen- I eroualy given me in the past. Respectfully. CH4XLEB A MONRoE. Choice Gifts. In Cutlery. Give something useful as well as attractive. Does your husband, father or brother need a new Razor or Pocket Knife? Know a lady who would appre ciate a pair of Scissors? These are the things to give and to insure satisfaction they should be selected from our mag nificent line of Henkle’s Cutlery. This is the world’s best. Made of high grade materials, highly polished, splen- didly finished. Beneath the surface beauty are perfect and lasting cutting qualities. We guarantee these goods. Don’t buy unknown brands—much cut lery is made to sell, and not for use Buy Henkle’s. Prices are right. Choose early while assortments are complete. R. L. Hicks, :« | The Low Price Druggist and Poor Man’s Friend. I P. S.—Moie than half the good citi zens of Bainbridge who have died witb- 1 in the past five years would be living to day if the town nad been kept clean K. L. H. STAR barber shop, WILL F. THORNTON, Proprietor. E'UblUksd 18 §5. FINE WAT! T CHRISTMAS 1903. This Happy Holiday Season is fast approaching. Hnvt the Gifts you wish to make ? GOLD and PLATED JEWELRj We are receiving Suitable Articles every day and hope to haveti ure of your frequent visits to our Store. SILVER NOVELTIES. If you are out of town write us and be assured oi our prompt and < SOLD * AND # SILVER CANES & UMBRELLAS Our mail and express business is very large and we hope to steadily I RICH * CUT * BLABS. SWAN FOUNTAIN P * * / * » We sell only the BEST, but at ReasoimbleProfits, J. I. SUBERS, jbAfel , BAINBRIDOjC GA. CLOCKS. H fine LAI Photogaphs Of Self or Children Makes a Nice Xmas Pres Come early so that they can be finished id We are prepared tojgo any where and makevil groups. Why not have a Photo made of TOTJB ZETOTTSE? Oak % City % Studio,] BAINBRIDGE, GEORGIA. RED MEN’S CARNIVA C^AT^> ALBANY - GEORGIj Free Street Fai| and the greatest G-ala Wee. To be Witnessed in this —■■ ■ —■ — . The shows will consist of the highest clas • thing FREE! Reduced Rates K ailr0fl