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ss==AHD STILL=== Tie IW TORE STORE ——LEADS THE VAN— WHILE OTHERS FOLLOW IN VAIN! Now for Groceries and Plantation Supplies! WE SITE EWE Or TEEM, Ml STILL THEY COME ST TEE —CAR LOADS- - WE NOW HAVE 111 STOCK One Thousand barrels Flour, Two Thousand bushels Corn, One Thousand bushels Texas Rust Proof Oats. Also, One Hundred bbls. N. O. Syrup, One Hundred bbls. Sugar, Two Hundred boxes Tobacco, Thirty- Thousand pounds Meat, Big Assortment Farm Im plements. •li! we ask is a chance at your bill, and we will figure to j’nur interest and dont you forget it. I hanking all for past favors, and earnestly soliciting a continuance of the same, we are Yours very truly, THE CARM (HEAL CO. TRAIN ARRIVALS: BOINO NOKTB 12:05 p.m. “ “ 6: 30 p. m. >jino south 9: 45 a. m. £©e<af • Mr. Luther Duke ig visiting in Atlanta this week. Johu S. Patterson, of Gridin, is visiting in th t city. Mie Lemma Stevens, of Stevens’ Pot tfiy, is visiting her grand parents, Mr. fad Mrs. Webb. Mr. Asa Smith leaves this week for New York, Boston and other northern cities. Mrs. E. E. Pound is visiting her broth • 's family in Maoon this week. Mr. aad Mrs. A. W. Lane aad son, of ii'acon, are visiting their parents, Mr. ■nd Mrs M. V. McKtbbsn. Judgs J. B. Williams, of Forsyth, who is chancsler in charge of this oircui*, ie visiting Jackson this wetk. The Judge is only 27 years of age, but he is a man of trraat ability and power. e are uemocratic ana waiting tor the majority rule, and the majority of the people come here to have their work done, especi ally horse shoeing. Thurston fe Thaxton. Hon. W. Y. Atkiusou will speak at tha foil wing places on the dates named: ' vyton, Rabun county, February 2t?th. Crawfordville, Taliaferro county, Febru !7 28th. Canton, Cherokee county, h Ist. Baxley, March sth. Jeeup, •Jl*i-'h oth. **Tl,e council instructed the clerk to 1 oceed to collect the taxes, except on the business bouses, or such as there *‘.-u:d be no changes made in. It is now only a matter of time when Lilly Harp will be receiving bills for dress goods, new spring bonnets, and (•siskin sacques. It is a girl baby one week and three days old. and is the cut est little “she-male" in town. Best meats at Edwards. Chil dren and servants can get the Same attention that you could yourself. A DELIGHTFUL ENTERTAINMENT. One of the most enjoyable of the re wnt sooial events was that givaa by Miss NtUie Higgins to a few of her friends ®B Monday evening. Miss Nellie is one of Jaokson’e most iracefiii and charming young ladies. Hr entertainments are always elegant. This was no exception, and all so fortu nate to be present are enthusiastic in their praiae. Those present were: 18s Clyde MoCallujn, J. M, Kinard; Mai ‘y Duk*, S. B. Kinard; Miss W. H Bell: Miss Lily ° w ’- C B P - Pi “ ck " ,7; M, “ M,rtle 1 "■ • Higgins. BOUGHT WITH THE SPOT CASH ! The last Friday night cottage prayer meeting was held at theDompsey House and a very good crowd attended. Mr. J. R. Hightower, of Jackson, is spending several days in Montioello vis iting her daughter, Mrs. J. D. Kilpat rick. Hon. W. Y. Atkinson has made him self some strong and lasting friends by the recent speech made in Jaokson. He is a gentleman of fine mind well suited to wield the affairs of our government in a satisfactory manner. Mr. Lee M nley, of Griffin, was visit ing friends in Jaokson on Sunday last. Col. M. VV. Beck, the genial and effi cient solicitor-general of Flynt eircuit, has anew boy ac his house, and if he makes the brilliant success in life that his father lias exemplified for him, he is one of our coming great men. Mr. R L. Daughtry leaves lor the eastern markets today. He will meet Miss Covington at Bal timore, where she is investigat ing - the the novelties of that city, and they will go from there to New York. Mr. Daughtry, with his experience as a buyer, aided by Miss Covington, who is an expert in her line, will insure a line of goods as well selected as can be. They will return to Jackson about the loth of March. The star store will be filled with as good goods as can be obtained in the markets of the world. The fire on Sunday night last brought vivid recollections to Messrs. Ase Smith and Jno. M. T. Mayo, who had some cotton stored away In Mallett’s ware house, and when the blazes began illum ining the horison of that cotton, Asa and John oame up town at the rate of ten yards a jump, it was a race worth wit nessing and both men came in on time, and their cotton is still at the warehouse in as good condition as ever. Don’t forget see the White Store when you want bargains in Dry Goods. We return thanks to Prof. Carl Ross Thonspeon, president of Flovilla school, for an invitation to attend his Washington day exercise by the school, and regret very much our inability to attend. That it will be a success ie already assured ainee Prof. Thompson is at the head of it. Mr. E. C. Robison will probably fill the vacancy eansed by the resignltion of Mr. Lane, He livee in the same ward and would be a good one. Remember the eacred concert at the Inetitate Friday night. The Linen display in the east window of the New York Store is simply grand. It is the artis tic work of Miss Anna Snell as sisted by W. H. Higgiuj. The civil docket was lajd aside on Thursday at 12 o’clock, aud the crimi nals began to be called to answer. The probability is that “Hotel Beauchamp” will be vacated. Guess who 6aid that anybody who sent comic Valentines wasentitely out of a job. If you want goods cheap, trade at the White Store. Etheridge & Kinard are hustlers of the first water. After the fire last Sun day night, they concluded to press the importance of insurance upon the minds of the people so forcibly that it would be hard to forget. They called up the Argus force after 12 o’clock and had a lot of large circulars printed and dis tributed before daylight. When the citizens had breakfasted and started out up town, the first thing that met their eyes was Etheridge & Kinard’s ciroular lying upon the veranda, very gently in forming them that wise men iasure and fools go dead broke. This is a stroke of enterprise that makes hustling business men; both of which Etheridge & Kinard are one of whom. Bargains every day m the week at the White Store. SUPERIOR COURT. Judge Hunt’s charge to the jury was not the tame old story. While he brought all the points of law to bear that are usually mentioned in the charge to the grand jury. The Judge threw life into what would ha\e oth erwise been dull by illustrations t at made the practical intention or object of that law plain and unmistakable. Immediately after finishing the charge the Judge proceeded to business. We noti. ed that an unusual number of legal lights from other cities and towns joined our local bar, among whom was Cols. Hartsfield and Cox, of Atlanta ; Pres toil and Smith, of Ma con ; Boynton and Daniel, ot Griffin: Speer, of Madison ; Reagau, Bryans and Diekeus, ot McDonough ; Stone, of Forsyth, and Tisinger, of Zebulon. Wa heard many of our citizens say they would rather yote for Judije Boynton for Governor of Georgia thau any other man in the state. ONE COUNCILM AN RESIGNS. Mr. T. J. Lane tendered his resig nation as councilman, giving as his reason that he desired to live a pea:e able life, and would not serve longer for the resou that he could see no good ta come out of further service. Mr. Lane is a good old gentleman and we don’t blame him for withdraw ing from the contest. Jackson is crowded with people this week attending court. Jackson has a number of fast horses, and great interest is taken in them by their owners. SLACK-DRAUGHT tea cum CousUpsUen. WENT UP IN FLAMES. Jackson lias a Fire of some ?lag. nitude. Ou Sunday night last, about aaven o’cloek, the old frame building lecated on the north-west corner of the square, in this city, was discovered to be on fire. It happened at a time when most of our people were out at ehurch, and the fire was not discovered until it had burned for more than twenty minutes between the roof and ceiling, and when help strived, it was too late to save any thing except the goods belonging to the occupants. The house wae occupied by J. M. Bowdein and J. B. Guthrie. Mr. Bow doin was running a gun and jewelry re pair shop in the front and of th§ build ing, while the rear part was used by Mr. Guthrie as a photographic studio. The origin of the fire is supposed to be the result of sparks emanating from a stoye in the portion of the building oc cupied by Bowdoiu, as our Junior was the first pers jn to enter the building, and when he arrived the whole top of the house between the roof and ceiling was found to be burning yery rapidly, and it was at that time confined to Mr. Bowdoin’s part of the building. The contents of the house were most all re moved before the flames gained ,ead way into the lower portion of the l add ing, and the occupants’ loss is a small one. It is estimated that Mr. Guthrie lost about $75 in all, and the loss of Bowdoin will not be over S4O. The building was owned by Col. Frank Curry, and was well covered by insu rance. It was for a time thought that the law office of Col, McKibben, and the store-room of Colonel Dempsey, djoin ing the burned building, would be licked up by the flames, but as both these buildings were brick, the heavy walls were too thick for the fire to pen etrate, but after considerable specula tion as to what was best, it wai decided to tear out the shelving in Mr. Demp sey’s building, and thereby prevent the wood work from catching lire on the inside. This was utterly useless, aucl the loss sustained by such work will at least amouut to $75 or SIOO. So. after all, the man whose building was not burned is the heaviest loser of them all. If Jackson ever intends to do anything towards protecting her merchants from the ravages of the flames, it is our opinion that the sooner such action is taken the better it will be for the re maining buildings. We need a tire company, and we need one bad! Now who will be first to start the movonent? ON THE WING. Mr. J. A. Burpee came by Sunday and carried us acircuituous route with his splendid steed and comfortable carriage. After driving through a portion of country, both strange and picturesque, we suddenly came to a silent, city of the dead, ihe Indian Spring cemetery, and th solitude of the deep woods overhanging great white marble statues, with historic names carved thereon, and the deep murmuring* oi the balmy zephers in passing the pines all chimed in to gether to produce that queer sensation which is neither solemn nor gay, nor dreadful, but a kind ol reverential awe, almost equal to being in the Spirit world, or communing with the dead. While viewing this well Kept spot, we thought they are bet ter ofl'thau we and that it ts honor able to the livi.ig, whose loved ones were sleeping there, to bestow so much care on that melancholy, though beautiful, yard in the woods. We next have indghtof the ancient village around the famous spring, whose healing powers are attested to by ihousonds, aud we thought they were the springs of perpetual youth sought in the Land of Flowers by our early explorers. • The Wigwam, whose incipient ar chitecture must have been a revela tion, stands in its majestic beauty and gigantic proportions hanging imme diately over the spring. We noticed several Jacksouites dipping the cool ing draught. Among whom were Mr. Henry Gunn, wife, and mother, and Mr. W. M. Potts. We next vis ited Flovilla, and could but think Col. Y. A. Wright selected the right nime for the floral yill&ge. Avery short drive then brought us back to the best town in the world—Jacksou. Buckingham’s Dye for the Whis kers is the best, handiest, safest, sur est, cleanest, most economical and satisfactory dye ever invented. It is the gentlemen’s favorite. At a recent meeting of the Friday night prayer meeting a case of destitu tion was reported to that body of a Mr. George Thomas, who resides near Demp sey’s Ferry, in this county. He was very sadly in need of something to eat, and his family have, for some time past, been without means of sustenance, he having for some months been confined to bed with a severe stroke of rheumatism. A collection was taken up and enough money raised to provide the worthy fam ily with provisions to last a month or two. Ettiich atid vitalize your blood with Ayer's Sarsaparilla. A wonderful medieiwe' A. (3 Hitchins carries the largest stock in his line in this section and his big cash and credit sales are telling. So much for square dealings and low prices. UsELREE’S* <H£ OF CARDUt tor We*kNerves. SOME PLAIN FACTS AND FIGURES! 1 Car Sugar. 1 Car Salt. 1 nr Ttsas E. P. Oats. ABE Ml 17 HE CAES OF STAPLE EEOCEEIES Now at the JACKSON MERCANTILE CO.’S. The streets of Jackson are thronged with wogons and customers every day. What do you think Mr. D. F. Thaxton would do if a large rat should get into his pauts with him. Stoves—l have a full line of Iron King, the best cook stove made. Guaranteed. A. G. Hitchins. Mr. W. T. Crumbley lost sixty dol lars on the street Monday, fortunately J. E. King found it. Mr. F. S. Cater, of Macon, spent several days in J*ckson this week the gnest of Mr. F. S. Etheridge. Mr Fenry Gunn has gone to New York to lay in a supply of dry goods, and he and W m Potts are going to run a mixed store of no mean dimensions. Well, mamma, 1 got a whipping at school today on account ot indigestion. I didn’t do a thing and John Doe, who is studying physiology, told me not to caro it was all on account of the teacher’s torpid liver. Hal Redman, who grinds the papers off for this august institution, says if a man was to meet him on the streets and deliberately recognizo him, he would kill the fellow and let bim ge on about his business. Crockery—My import goods from England are now in. Best makes, riee them before you buy. A. G. Hitchins Mr. Will Lewis heard a noise iu his back porch Sunday night, remem bering that he had somo fresh meat out there, he ran to the door with his pistol and fired. The thief dropped the head but carried the backbone and spareribsin triumph away. Mr. J. H. Mills, of Jenkinsburg, gayß: “Mr. J. H. McCallum may claim to be no kicker, but he wants to join the Jackson clique and is going to make his application to Mr. Mc- Callum, as president of the clique.” Our Junior editor treated himself to a pair of stylish trousers and wore them around in the office a week before wear ing them out on the streets. Stating that the reason was that he knew he looked odd with new pants on. No matter how great the emergency might be he invaria bly went in the front room and drew en his old pants before going out. There would have been no necessity for anew pair for a year or so, had he not joined the masons. The panta carry some strong evidence of his initiation about the gable end. Wagons—l sell the best made, light running, every one war ranted. A, and. Hitchins. W ggggggg 8 Cars of Flour. 17 ggggggg 1 Car Meat. 1 Cat Parsing Tods. V - . gpv; HYMENIAL WAVE, Jonkiusburg has got it bad. Last week we mentioned the marriage of W. T. Crumbly to Miss Glass. Sun day Mr. ,T J. Harris, of Jenkinsburg, to Miss Boatner, Henry county; Miss Mary Lewis, of Jenkinsburg, to Mr. John Mills, of Henry county; Miss Mamie Fletcher, of Jenkinsburg, to Mr. Foster, ot this county. The last two couples were married by Rev. J. T. Kimbell. Buggies—My repository is now full of Barnesville Buggies, Sur reys, and Carriages cheaper than over I also have a full line of cheaper goods, and will save you money. My low prices, square dealings, and handling good goods tell .the tale. A. G. Hitchins. We wish to correct a local that ap pered in our paper week befor last. Miss Brooks, of Griffin, visited Miss Martha Jane Carmichael instead of Miss Woodward, of Jenkinsburg. Miss Brooks is a, charming young lady and her many friends made while here will be delighted to have her visit Jackson again. CONTRACTORS NOTICE. Any person wanting first-class work, by a workoaau of 20 years experience in stone or brick, such as daras buiit, blasting, where dyna mite is used, or in all such work as lock houses or piers, Call on G. W. Watkins, Decl-lyr * Jackaon, Ga. STREET TAX NOTICE - The books are now open for receiving street tax, which are now due. Those subject are requested to pay same at once, Feb. 7th. J L. Lyons, C. T. R. and C. Office. Western Union Telegraph Cos. Gcod watches ior sale cheap by nanes, the jeweler. Go to L. R. Cason’s for Shoes, Hats, Gloves, Hosiery Corsetts, and Millinery, in fact, everything vou want. Harness—The largest stock car ried by anv retail dealer in Geor gia. Good goods, and low prices move them fast. Come and see me. A. G. Hitchins. Sewing Machines, needles, and attach ments. See me before you buy. Domestic. <Sewing Machine at $25.00. New Home “ “ “ $22.00. Favonte “ “ “ $18.50. Singer L. A. “ “ “ $20.00. Singer H. A. “ “ “ $25,00. A. G. Hitcbiss. Jackson, Ga , Feb. 8, 1894. 4-t 2 Cars white cam.. 2 Cars I. 0. syrup. 1 tat Eila Case Syrap! Some thief took several of Mr. Goggans’ [ chickens Tuesday night. He tracked | them pretty closely and on Thursday night ! they carried them back, for which he re turns many thanks. Dr. J. Lee Ryron has dismissed the case ef typhoid fever from which Mr. J. L. Afartia was suffering Mr. Martin waa extremely low and the Doctor deserves the gratitude the family have for him, for it war almost like raising one from the dead, to restore Mr. Martin to health, Seeds—Fresh garden and field seeds just received. A. G. Hitchins. W. D, Compton picked up his farm pa per and read: “January having been a good month for the preparation of the soil.” He threw it down in disgust and said he would let hie subscription lapse* W. M. J/allett is dealing in lumber by the wholesale. He don’t sell in leas than car-load lots. Mr. J. L. Barclay, one of our progress ive farmers, brought in eighty bales of cotton Saturday, and it was not a good day for hauling either. Mr. Dink and Jfisa Nettie O’Neal fur nished some excellent concert music at the residence of W S Calvin on Monday night last. Am innocent little girl wanted one of this motley crew to tell her how anyone felt with pants en, And one of the firm told her—] will with-draw the answer. Glass ware and crockery—big stock, beautiful line, prices low. See me before you buy and save money. A, G. Hitchins. The election of a councilman to fill the vacancy of Alderman Lane will be lively and he will doubtless he a merchant. Hon. Robert Beruor, of Forsyth, was in town this week. Mr. Berner will be the next congressman from this distrist, unless some other gen tleman beats him, and that will be hard to do in Butts county. Jackson had a little fire Sunday nghq which destroyed a wooden building on the square. Mr. J. B. Guthrie was the heauiest loser, having lost several hundred negatives and some other of his photographic para phanalia. The house was insured and belonged to Colonel Carry. Colonel Dempsey’s brick house adjotning was also insured and he will get damages. After turning over my busi ness to the council and agreeing to clerk for them, I can now fur nish you with all the best grades of guano and acid cheaper than, ever. Come to see me at the Planters’ wsrehouse. W. M. Mall*tt.