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THE INKIN SERVICES. A Large Congregation Gathers at Methodist Church to hid farewell l< Rev. A. H. Quillian. About six hundred people jr;itli en and at the M< thodiat church Sun d;iy evening to attend ti * 1 larewell (Services tendered ll* v. A. N\ . - Jian, who was by the North Georgia Conference to a charg* at Carrollton. Rev. Quillian has k> n the pas tor of the church kr* for the past two years, and has endeared him self to our citizens by,his consecrat ed life and a strict adijer nee to the preaching of the gospel. He and hie family depart with not an of fended sou) behind and carrying with them the prayers and bless ings of the Christian people. Rev. S. W. \rnold, Baptist, was the first speaker at the meeting. He spoke at length of the Christian Jove and unity which prevails in Winder. In the course of his re marks he made the statement that he had never heard a Baptist say an unkind word of Brother Quil lian. Col. W. H. Quarterman, Presby t< rian. r< ad a letter from the pastor of the church of that faith express ing regret that he was unavoidably kept away from the meeting. Rev. Rauschenburg paid a b< autiful tribute to the departing pastor, re f rring in tender terms to their first meeting, when they said adieu to Brother D< W<*e md their hearts were bound together in Christian love. Rev. John H. Wood, Christ'an, liegan his remarks by saying that he recognized Rev. Quillian as the new preacher when passing on the opposite side of the tr< et from him two years ago; looked the part; had been tol<l lie would have a time with the other good preacher; Quillian was a good looking preach er; spoke of Wind* r’s religious growth during the past fifteen years and concluded with earnest and elo quent periods concerning their brotherly love and warm . personal friendship. Mr. W. H. Toole, Superintend ent of the Sunday school, spoke of the great comfort and encourage ment the pastor’s wise counsel and abiding faith bad ken to him at times when the way seemed dark. His remarks were made with much feeling, and reached the tender cords of many hearts in the audi- ence. Rev. Quill inn rone to express his appreciation of the great demon stration of affection shown him by our people. He said that in all the years of his ministry he had never left a charge with a heart more sad. He would ever cherish in tenderest memory the warm friend? he had made in Winder. He spoke of the work which had been done in the master’s vineyard and of fond hopes which had not been accomplished; referred to a young man in the congregation for whom he had been praying for two years and would continue to pray for- Told how each musician handling an old violin left his personality in the harmony coming from the instru ment, and expressed the hope that s une small deed of his in Winder would sound a note among the sweet rnusiejof “Glory Lund.” Dr. G. W. DeLaperriere made a few r remarks in behalf of the beloved brother, lie said the presence of Brother Quillian had been a great spiritual blessing to the town; that the church had made greater pro gress the past two years than in any two years of the previous eighteen- Before taking his scat he intro duced the following resolutions \ch were [unanimously adopted: “ Whereas, The North Georgia Confer* nee in cession at Gainesville has seen tit to sever our relation ship with our beloved pastor, Rev. A. W. Quillian; and, “Wherein*, His pastorate with us during the past two years has ken one of great kindness, gentleness, love and consideration for us; and “ Whereas, By bis abb* ministry and spoth'ss Christian life he has been a great spiritual blessing to us all, therefore lie it “Resolved, first, That we part with our k loved pastor and his family with sincere regret, Invok ing God's richest blessings upon him and his in his new ti* Id of service; that we feel that his pastorate with us —by his able ministry, Godly walk and consecration —has been a great blessing to ihc church; that we stand today stronger in the faith of our God than < ver before; that the church stands closer together, nearer as one man with one pur pose and aim, and that to satisfy our Father in heaven. Resolved, second, That a copy of these resolutions bespread upon the records of our church, a copy lie given to <>ur pastor, and one each to The Winder News and W< sleyar Christian Advocate.” MISS McGARITY ENTERTAINS. Jefferson —One of the most <n joy able of the Thanksgiviag parti* s was given by Miss Annie Ried Mc- Garitv at her home on Hill street. The home was lighted up with Jap anese lanterns and k'autifully dec orated with ferns and other potted plants. Delicious refreshments were served during the evening. Those present were: Misses Ruth .Steph ens, Montie Blaekstoek, Meda Ap pleby, Annie Ried McGarity, Ruth Mahaffev, Erin Holder, Alma Nib lack, Lurlie Collier, Alice Denison, Messrs. Joe McGarity of Mansfield, Professor Adkinson, Parvin Brock, Rov Niblack, Charlie McGarity of Athens, Fred McGarity of Monroe, Ralph Wright of Monroe, Baxter Henry. GWINNETT SUPERIOR COURT. December term Gwinnett superior Court meets Monday. The following jail eases await investigation by the grand jury: Maggie Harrison, col ored, who shot and killed her brother, near SnellvilJe; June Jack son, colored, of Winder, attempt to •assault Mrs. Jule Tiller; Zaek Johnson, colored, assault with in tent to murder; Henry Gambell, colored, stealing bale of cotton at Nor cross; Donald Lee, colored, shooting wife at Buford; John Streaty, colored, shooting affray in Bay Creek district; Byrd English for the shooting of Jesse Wallace at Sewanec church- Sain J. Tribble makes his last appearance as solic itor at this term of court DEATH Of MR. Jfff EDWARDS. Mr. .lift' Ed wards, a prosperous i farmer of Walton county, living near Bethlehem, was thrown from a young mule Sunday afternoon, striking the ground with terrific force. Three of Winder’s physi cians were called, but Mr. Edwards was so badly injured that he died Monday night a 7 o’clock of con cussion of the brain. The sad news was a great shock to the communi ty. Mr. Edwards was about fifty years of age and leaves a wife and several children to mourn for him. The fufieral was preached at Bethel I church Tuesday afternoon and the remains laid to rest in the church | yard cemetery. The stricken fa mi- j iy has the sympathy of many! friends. The mail order booze houses have been doing a rushing business here during the fall season —Covington News. STATHA.M AND ITS PEOPLE At the home of the bride’s parents Mr. and Mrs. .Janus Brewer, in Bogart, Miss Clara Brewer and Mr. Clifford Harper, of this city, were married Tuesday afternoon at 4 o'clock, Elder John H. Wood, of Winder, officiating. They came immediately to Statham and were delightfully intortained at the home of the groom’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Harper, who gave them a reception supper. They have the good wishes of a large number of warm friends. Mr. and Mrs. Anderson, of Can ton Ga., are in the <*ity the guests of Mr. Anderson’s sister, Mrs. J. M • Cogburn. Mr. M. S. Wood was in Auburn this week on business. Clarences Booth has return* *1 home from Rome, where he was in school. He is recovering from quite an illness of typhoid fever. Quite a number of our young people enjoyed an evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ottice Hale, Friday. Miss Fannie Tucker is at home for the winter. Mr- Robert Lester was in Athens Tuesday looking after the sale of the la.ster property. Mrs. J. B. Cheek has returned from a several days’ visit to friends in Winder. The Honorable W. W. Stark, of Commerce, delivered his lecture “Travels in the Land of Christ,” here Friday evening to a large and appreciative audience. Col. J. F. Holmes was in Law renceville Monday, attending the Division meeting of the I. O. 0. F., filling his place on the program. Mr. Thomas Ayeock was in At lanta Friday on business. Mr C. E. Nickelson, was in the Gate City on business one day last week. Mr. and Mrs. James Willie Arnold, of Athens, attended the Cooper-Arnold, wedding. Elder and Mrs. Bennie Mc- Donald, have returned from Mays ville, where they spent Thanks giving with relatives. Quite a number of young people enjoyed a taekey party at the suburban home of Mr. Grimwood Thursday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Marion Arnold, of Athens, were in attendance upon the Cooper- Arnold wedding. Mr. and Mrs. Otice Hale were with relatives in Good Hope, Walton county, .several days last week. Mrs- W. M. Fite, has returned from a stay of several days with relatives in Lawreneeville. Mr. and Mrs. James have moved from this place to Athens. Mrs. Day, of Winder, is spending sometime in this city with her son, Mr. John C. Dav. COUNTY LINE. It'* a long lane that never turns. So alter a long and continued dry spell, it has l>egun to rain. If we have as many wet days as we have had dry ones, us fellows who work out doors will have a tough time, but we can eat goobers, pop Corn and tell big tales, and have a good time anyhow. We told you one of those houses would not be vacant. On last Sun day Mr. Aticus Wheeler stood at the altar beside Miss Esther Pucket and the twain were made one. So ye scribe joins all the others in this community in wishing them much joy along the pathway of life. Mr. Lon Elrod’s children are whooping around with the whoop ■iak ; ST. LOU ISKH l M Ife- m ■ This Name Stands For (QUALITY. If you jwant an easy shave with the best razor on earth, get the KEEN KUTTER SAFETY. See Special offer at Smith Hardware Cos., WINDER, GEORGIA. See the fei Difference Wh A word about “Natural You don’t relish the idea of crowding your foot into a shoe. It isn’t necessary. ftorklcim “Natora! S'mcc" Way mg&r ' R v “Natural Shape’’ shoes—the K ; FLORSHEIM SHOE-are made over lasts designed to fit mm, (*so* pinch or crowd) ypur foot FLORSHEIM style is added without the sacrifice of a single Tlw “Oifcar” Wit The Shoe Store, *. iug cough. You ought to have been with us Thanksgiving day. We accepted an invitation to stick our knees un der the table of Mr. Berk Mathews, and we carved our way through that turkey as well as many other good things. We must confess we enjoyed the day hugely in this hos pitable horne- There will be an Educational Rally at this place Friday night.. Speakers of note will be on hand to tell us something about local taxa tion. So a treat is in store for all who will come. Look out for Santa Claus at this place Chrismas to have a large tree full of nice things for the kids. After today we will be connected with the big Merchants’ Carnival at Hoschton at Hudgin’s store and you may bet your boots we are shaping up to play our part. So I envite my friends and neighbors when taking in the big show at Hoschton to be sure to hunt me up. We will be in Santa Claus corner. -Sager. FATAT 4 McWMID. Messrs. H. E. Patat and G. W. McDonald have formed a copartner ship, purchased the blacksmith shop of C. W. Jackson and will do all kinds of work in that line- Mr. Patat is one of the best blacksmiths in the trade, and we bespeak for this new firm a prosperous season. Odd fellows Meet The district meeting of the ‘2oth division of I 0. 0. F. met in Law renceville Monday. Winder lodge No. 81 was represented by Rev. J. ■ S. Settle, Messrs. J. E. Callahan, S. T. Maughon and J- H. Hill. The division v.ull meet in Winder next time. Register fer City Election. The registration book for the city election will open Friday, Decem ber 4th, and close December 26th. The election occurs January 6th A If you were not registered for the primary, get registered now, if you wish to participate m| the^general" election. *