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(Cnrhran Juurnal Entered May 23rd, 11)08, at the | Port-office at Coohra.i, Ga., as Second Class Mail Matter PUBLISHED WEEKLY BY She (Ludjratt Jlubltahtug (£u. T. L. BAILEY, Editor. J. H. MULLIS, JR. Business Mgr. SUBSCRIfTION PRICE SI.OO PER YEAR A nother Mass Meeting A Large and Enthusiastic Mass Meeting u)as Held at the Opera House Monday, June 20th. 'GhefFJody Was Unan imously in Favor of the New County. There was a large and enthusiastic Mass Meeting at the Opera house Monday, June 20th, for the pur pose of getting the sentiment of Un people throughout the county, in regard to the formation of a new county. All the districts on tin- east side of the river were represented except Manning, There was no opposition manifest ed at this meeting from any source. The magnanimous gentlemen present representing Hawkinsville. stated that while they felt attached to tin- people on this side of the river, and regretted to give them up, yet they realized it would he an advantage and great 'convenience to have til'-court house nearer ate they were not going to otfer any ob jections. They disclaimed any feelings of prejudice or bitterness against us, and sai i they loved the people liv ing over on the east sideof the river, and we desire to assure the good people of our sister city, that all this talk about prejudice, hitt -rness, etc.., is all “bosh,” and confined as a rule to a few, who would harbor sue.lt feelings anywhe e, and under most any circumstances —I )ur repre sentative people feel the siucerest friendship for Hawkinsville, and Pulaski’s staunch citizens on the west side of the river, and we repu diate the idea, that this movement is instigated in the least degree by one particle of prejudice, and we believe we voice the sentiments of the best and truest of our people, when we say, that we love old Pu laski all over, and although the Oe nmlgee river running through the county, forming a geographical di vision between the west and east side; our people have always been loyal when there was-un issue that involved tluygv oeral welfare of all the i.vviplm " Frazier district came up with a very enthusiastic delegation, hav ing 10‘2 names signed to their pe tition in favor of the new county. This district is unanimously in favor of the movement. Trippville was well represented with 110 names signed to their petition, and the canvassers have not yet fully covered the ground in this district. The Cochran district lined up with 270 names on the list up to date, Hartford, Salem, Carey and Walker have only been partially canvassed, and of course could not make full reports. However all the represent atives reported very little opposition. Some of the committee have been busy with their farms and it was impossible to give as much time as they desired to convassing. They will, however, continue their work until they get a full express ion from their respective districts. Altogether, the meeting was very harmonious, and unanimously in favor of the new county. Representative Peacock explained his position in the matter, stating that the new county question was not an issue when he was elected, and in justice to bis constituents, throughout the entire county, (as he was represnting all the people) he felt that he could not take an act ive part, but as there seemed to be no decided opposition, that had so far l>een manifested, he would in troduce the bill and put nothing in the way of its passage. A coinmitee was appointed to confer with the people on the west side in regard to the dividing line, and we are sure that all these de tails can Ik; satisfactorily and am icably arranged. As to the effect the division will have on the new county: we sin cerely believe that it will result in an ultimate advantage to lioth. We lielieve in small counties, and the record seems to show that the small counties have enjoyed the greatest era of prosperity. A few people’throughout the county seem to think that a division would necessarily ,raise the tax rate. We are in possession of letters from eight of the new counties, and seven of these counties show a less tax rate than the present rate in Pulaski. We do not anticipate any raise in the tax rate; and it is. very probable that the rate would final ly be reduced. Should we 1m- for tunate enough to get a new county, we believe our people will rally to gether and build a court house and jail out of private donations, so that it will not be neceessary to place this expense upon the new county. Our present state anti county tax rate is 81 1 per 81000. Jeff. Davis county of which Hazelhurst is the county scat, float ed Ixmds to build a court house at the cost of S3O,(XX), They are pay ing 81,5(X) per year interest on the bonds and raise 81,'(XX) per year as a sinking fund to pay olf the bonds | when they become due. Their tax rate for 1009 was 81 1.50 per 81,000 which was the highest rate they have paid since the county was made.. This was caused on ac count of several murder cases be ing on trial in this court. Fitzgerald, Ren Hill county had a tax rate last year of 813 on the 81,000. Their jail cost 812,42 th The court house cost tin- county 818(XX).(X) and the county is Rind ed in the sum of 875000.00. They are reducing the bonded indebted ness 82500.(X) per year, and pay ing the interest on the remainder of the Rinds. Lyons, Toombs County had a tax rate of 812.00 per thous and in 1909. Their court house and jail cost tjie.'o 851000.00 —They did m,v tN issue any bonds —Their wort house and jail is paid for. They are out of debt, and have six or eight thousand dollars in tin treasury —Hurrah! for Toombs. We don’t lielieve there is anything much in a name, but no doubt the spirit of old Bob Toombs reigns in Toombs County. This is a magnificient showing. Now listen at the report from Cordele, Crisp County: ‘' Our court house cost aßmt 858(XX).00;-our jail cost 813500.00: our tax rate was t 810.09 per 81000.00 in 1909: our bonds amounts to $80000.00,52000.- 00 payable annually- I —Hi x bonds have been paid.” Tifton, Tift County, las not yet built a court house, but they are going to have an election on June 25th providing for an issue of $55- 000.00 worth of bonds to build and furnish a court house. Their jail cost $14000.00 and their present tax rate is 88.00 for county purpos es and $2.50 for schools. Grady Cotmty, court house and jail cost $50000.00 —Tax rate for 1909 was $12.50. Their court house and jail are paid for. They did not is sue any bonds. Ashburn, Hancock County, court house and jail cost 848400.00. Bond issue 870000.00 fur court house, jail' and public schools. Tax rate for 1910 will l>e about 812.(X). From the foregoing information obtained from letters addressed to Mr. J. B Hinson from the ordina ries of the respective counties, it seems that we would !>e able to fin ally reduce our tax rate-. In view of these facts, it seems that there should lie no opposition whatever, and everybody should join hands and rally to the support of this movement, which means so much for the convenience and developement of this territory. •••- A nnouncements. For Representative. I ask this nomination at regular democratic primary, trusting that each man will vote for the candidate best qualified to represent the public interest, waiving for that public duty, both friendship for me, and grudge against anyone. Pledge no man; vote convictions. If the choice fall on me, I shall try to deserve the honor.of your trust, as elected agent, by referring all special measures of doubtful ap proval to a final vote of the jienple. Joel T. Deese. For Representative. I hereby announce myself as a candidate for Representative, sub ject to the rules of the Demoeratie primary. If elected to this office, I shall use my best efforts to represent the county in its Itert interests, and so licit the votes of the people on that basis. L. A. Whipple. For County School Commissioner. To the Voters of Pulaski County: I am a candidate for the office of county school commissioner and will appreciate your support. If 1 am elected my policy will he “Truth, Justice, Equity and the Golden Rule.” Respectfully, W. T. Dvak. For County School Commissioner. I take this opjiortuuity to am nourice myself for county school commissioner of Pulaski county. Il given the pla--e, I will look diligent! ly after the welfare of the school! throughout the county. 1 You cannot find a man that will appreciate your vote more than 1. I Yours to serve, F. B. Asbell. I For County School Commissionei l To t'le voters of Ptffaski Go: At thjgusstlkYfation of friends, ami as l desire the office I now announcl I myself as a candidate for the officj of county school commissioner, subl ject to the examination of the boanl and the vote of the people of Pul laski county. Should 1 be eleeteJ 1 will discharge the duties of till office to the best of my ability! Friends, I have spent the best pat! of my life in the interest of eduil ation. I have never before askel anything at your hands. I snai appreciate every vote east for me. I Yours to serve, J. A. Taylor. I Mrs. Jim Cook Entertains. One of the loveliest parties of till season was the porch party las™ Saturday uiernoon from 4:30 to 6:30 given by Mrs. Jim Cook in honor of her charming guest. Miss Julia Belle McLeod, of Abbeville, and Miss Troutman, of Athens, Mrs. J. P. Peaeeck’s guest. Punch was served by Misses Pearle Taylor and Dollie Peacock in the dining room and then the guests were directed to the porch, and there quite a jolly time was in playing Salamagundi. A dainty jabot was won by Mrs. Earl Elder. An enjoyable sweet course was served at ttie conclusion of the game. Foieys Orino Laxative Fob Stomach,Thoubi-e. and Constipation - - A GREAT - - OFFER! To all Subscribers who will pay up their past due Subscription and Re new for one year and to all New One Year Cash Subscribers we will send you The Georgian Weekly News Brief, The clean Newspaper for the Farmer and Family with condensed news for the Week. Spare Moments Magazine, The Great Family Story Paper. The Gentlewoman, A Monthly Magazine Devoted to all that is ‘ dear to women. and The Cochran Journal, Your Weekly Home Paper. tJThese Three Great Newspapers and Magazines and your Home Pa per will be Supplied for One Year for ($1.00) One Dollar This Offer Holds Good for Only a Short Time. Huggins Building. Rooms 27 and 28. T. D. WALKER. JR., Physician and Surgeon. SURGERY A SPECIALTY. Calls Answered Promptly at Any Time. Leave Calls at WALKER S PHARMACY. DR. R. J. MORGAN, Physician and Surgeon, Cochran, Georgia. Office Phone 13. Residence 28. ■- DRS. LANFORD & WALTERS, Dentists, Office on Main Street, COCHRAN, - - GEORGIA. P. O. Box 93. Dental Work Done in all of its Branches. f\N JOURNAL W. L. & WARREN GRICE, Attorneys-at-Law, Hawkinsville, Georgia. Office over Gecrge’s Drug Store, Commerce Street. H. E. COATES, Attorney-at-Law, HAWKINSVILLE, GA. J. A. GEORGE, Physician and Surgeon, Cochran, - - Georgia. Calls attended Night ank Day. Residence at Mrs. Manning’s. H. F. LAWSON, ATTORNEY AT LAW. Rooms, 8 and 9 HIGOIX’s BUILDING. FOR SALE! I 15 Resident Lots. Every Lot an Ideal Place for a Home. Terms made to Suit Purchaser. : : : J. H. MULLIS, JR. Farm Loans Negotiated Amounts, S3OO to SIO,OOO Time, 3 to 10 Years L. A. WHIPPLE * Attorney-at-Law Huggins Building Hawkinsville, Georgia