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BUTTS COUNTY PROGRESS VOLUME 33. RURAL CARRIERS TO MEET ON 31 Indian Springs Is Place of Gathering HON. J. WWISE SPEAKER Butts County Carriers to Entertain Visiting Mem bers—An Attractive Pro gram Being Prepared The Sixth District Rural Let ters Carriers Association will meet in annual session at the Wigwam, Indian Springs, day, May 31. The carriers of the other eleven counties in the dis trict will be entertained by the Butts county carriers. Hon. J. W. Wise, of Fayette ville, congressman from the sixth district, has been invited to de liver an address on that occasion and the carriers hope that he can be present. There will probably be other talks. The local committee is arrang ing a good program and the visi tors will be given a good time. It is likely an automobile ride to the big dam will be provided. The annual convention falls on a legal holiday and this means a large attendance. Betv/een fif ty and seventy-five visitors are expected at Indian Springs. Present officers of the,associa tion are: J. A. Hickman, Barnesville, president. S. J. Watkins, Jackson, secre tary and treasurer. REV. M. S. WILLIAMS MAKES BRILLIANT MEMORIALADDRESS The Sparta Ishmaelite in no ticing Memorial Day exercises at Sparta says: The exercises at the court house at 11 o’clock were especially im pressive from the brilliant intro ductory of Adjutant J. A. Harley throughout the memorial address delivered by Rev. M. S. Williams, which was considered by all pres ent to be a masterpiece of oratory and historical research. But The Ishmaelite feeling inadequate to the occasion has requested the manuscript which we hope to publish in full at an early date. The above clipping will be of wide and cordial interest to the countless Butts county friends of Mr. Williams, who was pastor of the Jackson Methodist church a year or so ago. No man ever lived in this community who had a larger number of devoted and admiring friends than Rev. Mr. Williams and the citizens here feel a sincere interest in his fu ture career. MRS. MARY G. LEMONS DIES AT AGE OF 85 Mrs. Mary C. Lemons died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. C. L. Maddux, in Iron Springs district at 8 o’clock Saturday morning. She was 85 years old, being one of the oldest persons in the county. Death was due to the infirmities of old age and followed a period of feeble health extending over several years. Mrs. Lemons was generably beloved for her many excellent qualities of character. News of her passing was received with regret by a wide circle of friends and in their loss the family have th* sympathy of countless friends over the county. Surviving Mrs. Lemons is a daughter. Mrs. C. L. Maddux, several grandchildren and other relatives. The funeral was held Sunday morning at 11 o’clock at Mace donia, the services being conduc ted by Rev. J. S. Lewis. WESLEYS WIN IN SPIRITED CONTEST Big Barbecue Next Event For Classes RECORD CROWD SUNDAY Both Glasses Increase Their Membership Materially And Will Rank With The Best in The State , The contest between the Bara ca and Wesley classes came to a close last Sunday, with the lat ter the winner. The reports show: Enrolled Present Baraca 106 102 Wesley 101 125 The difference between the en rollment of the Wesley class and the number present being made up of visitors. The exact percentages have not been figured out yet but it is defiinitelv known that the Wes ley class has won by a large mar gin, for which the Baraca class wishes to congratulate them. This contest has been carried on with the very best of feeling and good fellowship and they are all to be commended for the clean, friendly manner in which it was carried on. Asa result of the contest both classed increas ed their membership materially. Every member will continue to strive for the betterment of the manhood of the town and the cause of Christ. Now that the contest is over everybody is going out to the ball game Friday af ternoon and enjoy two hours of unrestrained fun. The stores will be closed and everybody can go. AN APPRECIATED COMPLIMENT In remitting for another year’s subscription to The Progress, Mrs. J. R. Nichol son, of Maxeys, Ga., says: “You are getting out one of Georgia’s best county papers. ” JACKSON, GEORGIA, FRIDAY, MAY 21, 1915. GREAT COUNTY FAIR IS PLANNED Officers Were Elected at Meeting Saturday THREE DAY FAIR WANTED Another Meeting Will Be Held Saturday, May 22, at 11 a. m. to Perfect Ar rangements For The Fair At an enthusiastic meeting in the court house Saturday morn ing, a number of prominent bus iness men being present, it was decided by unanimous vote to hold another county fair this fall. The old officers of the Butts County Chamber of Commerce, under whose direction the fair is held, were re-elected and include: President, F. S. Etheridge. Vice president, Hugh Mallet. Vice president, S. H. Mays. Vice president, S. K. Smith. General manger, H. L. Wor sham. Treasurer, H. L. Daughtry. Secretary, J. D. Jones. , • In addition to the officers the following compose the executive committee: Hugh Mallet, J. H. Carmichael, Mrs. C. A. Butner. The following departments were provided for and commit tees were appointed, the first named being the chairman of the various committees: Education and Domestic Sci ence—Hugh Mallet, W. P. Martin Com Club—J. Matt McMichael, Hugh Mallet, 0. L. Weaver. Pig Club—A. M. Pace, J. E. Wallace, J. P. Ray. Live Stock —G. E. Mallet, S. K. Smith, L. M. Crawford, L. L. O’Kelly. Canning Club —Mrs. C. A. But ner, Mrs. L. D. Singley. Agriculture—H. L. Worsham, J. 0. Gaston, B. F. Watkins, Sr.. T. W. Moore, Mrs. L. D. Singley. Ladies Department—Mrs. R. W. Mays, Mrs. J. B. Guthrie, Mrs. J. M. Ball. Poultry—L. L. O’Kelly, Mrs. L. D. Singley. C. H. Farrar. Another meeting will be held in the office of Mr. Hugh Mallet Saturday morning, May 22, at 11 o’clock and the members of the various committees are urged to be present, as the time is short in which to perfect the arrange ments for the fair. It is planned to have at least a three days fair and on a much larger scale than last year. Come out to Saturday’s meet ing and get squarely behind the 1915 Butts County Fair. MRS. J. J. KITCHENS PASSED AWAY ON LAST SATURDAY Mrs. J. J. Kitchens passed away at her home at Towalfga Saturday afternoon of last week. She was 30 years old a and highly respected woman and her death is a shock to her family and a wide circle of friends. She is survived by her husband and a two weeks-old infant and other relatives. The funeral services were con ducted by Rev. F. G. Spearman at Jenkinsburg Sunday afternoon at 3 o’clock, with interment in the cemetery there. NEW RULING GOVERNING SHIPMENT OF SWINE Atlanta, Ga., May 20.—Owing to the trouble the state veterinary division has had in dealing with shipment of hogs either infected or exposed to infection, into Georgia, it has been found nec essary to issue a special order, No. 18, to govern the shipment of swine both from points outside and within the state, to Georgia points. This rule has been made solely with a view to the protec tion of the Georgia farmer against the introduction of hog cholera and other infectious diseases. Not only is the shipment of dis eased or exposed swine prohibi ted, but all public stock yards are listed as infectious, and ship ments from them must be made under the direction of the State Veterinarian or one of his agents. In all cases of exposure prescri bed treatment is required before shipment can be made. All ship ments not made in accordance with the rules will be subject to quarantine. A copy of the new order may be had upon applica tion to the department. CLASSES CLASH IN GAME FRIDAY Wesleys And Baracas to Meet on Diamond BIG CROWD EXPECTED Business Houses to Close For The Game—Strong Lineup to Be Presented —Admission 10 Cents No athletic event ever staged in Jackson aroused more interest than the baseball game that will will be pulled off Friday after noon between the Baraca and Wesley Sunday school classes. The game will start at 2:30 and the largest attendance ever reg istered at a ball game in this city is expected to turn out. The stores and business houses have signed an agreement to close their places of business during the game, thus giving everybody an opportunity to attend. The admission will be 25 cents for men, 10 cents for boys, and la dies will be admitted free. The proceeds will go towards defray ing the expenses of the barbecue on June 4. Each team has some gool tal ent and a hot contest and a peck of fun is promised. Here is the way thev stack up: Baraca Wesley Nutt, c Lyons Gentry, p Rudisill or Dodson Etheridge, lb J E Edwards Maddox, 2b Mallet Ham. 8s Biles Newton, 3b Ball Moss, If White Newton A, rf Settle Tyler, cf Perritt RURAL CARRIER EXAMINATION IN JACKSON JUNE THE 26Th The United States Civil Service Commission has announced an examination for the county of Butts to be held at Jackson on June 26, 1915, and to fill the po sition of rural carrier at Jackson and vacancies that may later oc- COMMENCEMENT AT LOCUST GROVE Wfll Be Held May 21 to May 25 GOOD PROGRAM IN STORE Dr. W. L. Pickard Among Speakers-Champion De bate Will Be Feature of Considerable Interest Commencement exercises at Locust Grove Institute will be held May 21-25 This year’s pro gram is an attractive one and of interest to many Butts county citizens. Miss Loma Thomason, a Jackson girl, is among the list of graduates. The program follows: Friday, May 21, Bp. m.—Play by the dramatic club. Saturday, the 22, 8 p. m.— Grand concert. Sunday, the 23, 11 a. m.-Ser mon by Dr. Arch C. Cree, At lanta. Monday, the 24, 10 a. m.-Ad dress by Dr. W. L. Pickard, Ma con. 3 p. m.—lmpromptu debate. Bp. m.— Oratorical contest. > Tuesday, May 25. 10 a. m.— Baccalaureate address by Dr. F. C. McConnell, Atlanta. 11 a. m.—Delivery of diplomas and prizes. 3p. m. Class day exercises. 8 p. m.—Champion debate. Subject of debate: “Resolved, That each political party in the United States should select its nominee for the presidency by a direct party primary." Philomathean Society, affirma tive—J. J. Green, Fortson, Ga., W. F. Pate, Atlanta. Philosophian Society, negative —A. B. Culberson, Symrna, Ga., L. W. Carter, Barney, Ga. JACKSON WINS THE THIRD GAME FROM MONTICELLO In an exciting and interesting contest between Jackson and Monticello high school teams, staged on the local grounds, on Friday afternoon of last week the home team won the third and de ciding game of the series by the score of 4 to 2. It was a fine exhibition of the national pastime from start to finish. The fielding on both sides was excellent throughout and the pitching of Gentry for Jackson was notable. At no time during the game did the Monticello lads solve his delivery for bunched hits. cur on rural routes from other post offices in the above mention ed county. The examination will be open only to male citizens who are actually domiciled in the ter ritory of a post office in the coun ty and who meet the other re quirements set forth in Form No. 1977. This form and application blanks may be obtained from the offices mentioned above or from the U. S. Civil Service Commis sion at Washington. D. C. Ap plications should be forwarded to the commission at Washington at the earliest practical date. U. S. Civil Service Commission. NUMBER 21.