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SENTINEL
VOL. 12.
FORT MAKES TWO
SPEECHES IN DOOLY.
SPOKE TUESDAY MORNING AT VIENNA, AND
AT CORDELE TUESDAY NIGHT.
Discusses Lewis’ Record.—Read Letter From Robert
Toombs to Himself Written 20 Years Ago Com
mending Fort’s Services.
Hon. Allen Fort, candidate to
succeed Congressman E. B. Lewie,
spoke In the court house at Vi
enna last Tuesday morning, to an
audience of about three hundred
people, and in the opera house at
Cordele Tuesday night, to an au
dience of about one hundred and
fifty people. He was introduced
at Vienna by Col. M. Col. A. Fleming,
and at Cordele by W. A.
Hawkins. For the benefit of our
readers who were busy on their
farms or for other reasons could
not hear his speech, we Vienna give a
eynopsis of the one at
which in some respects is similar
to the one delivered at Cordele.
good word for candidates.
He began by alluding to the
fact that this is a political year.
A year in which all public officers
are to be elected, from President
of the United States down to the
humblest county officer. I see
quite a number of candidates
present, and 1 desire to speak a
good word for candidates. They
are all polite and courteous, and
the people should encourage as
large number as will, to run, for
the various offices, for every
American citizen is supposed to
take a deep interest in public
affairs, and from a large number
of candidates a better choice can
be made.
In this district a congressman
has te be selected. I come before
you for that high office, and 1 am
not running against anybody anybody is running any
more than
against me. I am running to be
elected, and if the best judgment
of my friends can be relied upon,
I already have sufficient encour
agement from all parts of the dis
trict that if the election should
oecur even tomorrow, I would be
elected to congress.
SCORES THE COMMITTEE.
When the congressional com
mittee of this district was ap
pointed two years ago, there was
no opposing candidate to Mr.
Lewis. When this committee met
in Americus I asked Mr. Lewis to
join me in a request for a later
date than May 15th for holding
the primary, when the farmer and
other business men would be more
at leisure; I also asked him to
join me in a request to the com
mittee that a majority vote of the
entire district should determine
the nominee, just as the entire
popular vote of the state does for
United States senator and the en
tire popular vote of the circuit
for judges and solicitors, but Mr.
Lewis declined. As a citizen I
appeared before tbe committee,
argued against the county system
and in favor of electing a con
gressman as all other officers are
elected, by a popular vote of the
entire district.
Just here the through joke with was on me.
When I got my re
marks, a delegate from Taylor
county arose with a typewritten
set of resolutions in which it was
provided that the primary election
was to be held on the 15th day of
May, and the old system of poli
tics by counties would prevail. It
was cut and dried before hand, as
Mr. Lewis wanted it. I dc not,
thiuk this people will approve of
the way the committee acted.
Why not leave it to the people—
to the consolidated vote of the
people. We have passed away
from old customs, and the new
rule is to refnr matters to the peo
ple. Fair play is right, and we
ail love it. You have a remedy
left you. You can turn down
those who reject the reform meth
ods of elections.
MR. LEWIS’ RECORD.
Mr. Lewis has announced for
re-election, and he refers you to
his record, and upon that he asks
your support. He challenges
upon his record and I accept the
challenge. I want it distinctly
understood that I do not attack
him personally, for, personally, gentle
hefts a polite, nice, affable
man. But his record is public
and should be discussed. Mr.
Lewis has for four years been in
congress. What has he done?
Has he been found wanting? Has
he passed a single bill? Has he
accomplished anything? Does he
grasp the great issues of thb
day? Lie has written a “personal
letter”. He wrote me one. One
of those letters, fellow citizens,
like be has sent to all of you about
being “at his post.” (Laughter).
He says in that letter that he in
troduced a bill to repeal the war
stamp tax, but he savs a republi
can committee promptly refused
to allow it to be considered. This
is a tax that principally effects
the banks, and monied men, and
not so much us poor fellowB who
have no money in banks and con
sequently do not have any checks
to stamp. He introduced that
bill. Well, anybody can intro
duce a bill. You can introduce a
bill. Joe Wheeler, in the Philip
pines, is credited with introduc
ing bills. This letter to me says
be has worked against the gold
standard. What purports to be a
speech on this subject has been
mailed broadcast over the district,
and I guess he made it. He has
mailed garden seed. Anybody
can do that. The government pays
for their seed. Another thing in
this letter he wrote me. Through
out this letter he refers to the dis
trict as district,” and “my
people. ow did he acquire
ownership of this people that he
can say “my district" and “my
people ?” I had thought that one
in this position should be only too
proud to be your servant and not
your master.
I want to be just and fair to Mr.
Lewis. I want to give him credit
for some things that he did not
write me about in this letter ask
ing my support. Mr. Lewis intro
duced bills to establish a govern
ment building in almost every big
county in the district. The in
troducing, as in the stamp tax
bill, was all that was done. Did
not Mr. Lewis know at the time
he introduced these bills that he
never expected to get them away
from the committee, and that it
was done for political effects?
VOTED TO ADMIT POLYGAMIST.
In the west is a state distin
guished for polygamy—the home
of that infamous sect that has
sought to poison the domestic life
as taught by the Scriptures. Utah
elected Brigham Roberts to con
gress. He only had three wives,
but he advocated that he could
have as many more as he chose.
When he got to congress nine mil
lion women protested against ad
mitting him. Only 59 out of that
big congress voted to let him in,
and among that 59 was your vote,
cast by Mr. Lewis. Do you ap
prove of that sort of representa
tion?.
Mr. Lewis voted to pay Spain
$20,000,000 for a bad title to the
Philippines, and we are still fight
ing for a title. He has got to go
on voting for millions to support
an army to perfect his vote and
make you a good title to the Phil
ippines. He did not write to us
of these things. (Laughter.)
Mr. Lewis’ friends say that he
could not do anything on account
of a republican majority. There
was a time when this district was
represented by a democrat, and
the republicans were then in a ma
jority- Here Judge Fort paid elo
quent tribute to Hon. Charles F.
Crisp, what he did and the posi
tion he won, although the repub
licans were the in the majority. He
compared conditions then
and now to the negro’s catfish.The
catfish was so large it took a bas
ket to hold him. Another negro
came along and put a small fish in
the place of the large one.The first
negro returned and was so disap
pointed at what he found in his
basket that he was made to re
mark about the size of lus fish:
CORDELE. GA., FRIDAY. APRIL 20. 1900.
ALL DOUBTS REMOVED.
THE LONG TALKED OF NEW DEPOT NOW A
SETTLED FACT BEYOND DOUBT.
Correspondence Between the Sentinel and the
Vice Presidents of the G. – A. Ry and the
G. 5 – F. Ry. Produced Below.
A little over a week ago the Sentinel wrote to Vice Presi
dent William Checkl.v Shaw, of the G. S. – F. Ry., and also to
Vice President and General Manager Cecil Gabbett, of the
G. – A. Ry., asking them to give us all the information pos
sible regarding the erection of a Union passenger building depot at that this
place; also stating to them the great need of a
would afford ample accommodations to the traveling public
here. We produce their letters to us regarding t he depot ques
tion, which shows beyond all doubt that Cordele will, in the
very near future, have an elegant new Union passenger depot.
We are glad to be able to give our citizens the good news, as
we made the inquiry for their benefit. We readilv see by the
letters from Messrs. Gabbett and Shaw that they have con- also
cluded to complete the plans and erect the depot. They
further agree that w® need the depot, and that same shall be
erected during the current year. Mr. Shaw says, as you will
notice, that the building will do credit to our city.
This is certainly encouraging, and dismisses all doubt from
the mind of the public of the intentions of these two railroads
regarding the depot question. Just what the plans of the new
building will be we cannot positively g«v, but in discussing it
with one of the officials of the G. S. – road,who will super
vise the building, he said that he thought it was the intention
of the roads to build the depot on the southeast side of the
tracks,and that it would extend the length of a passenger train
on each road. The building will doubtless be a wooden struc
ture, but of the best material, and every convenience will be
put in. The side track on the southwest side of the main
lines will be torn away for the new depot, which will remove
all the tracks between the city and the depot. Now that the
authorities of the roads have stated positively that they will
build the much desired depot, it is to be hoped that everybody in
will show their appreciation by co-operating with them
every way necessary.
Maoon, Ga., April 9,1900.
Messrs. Bivins and Ballenger,
Editors and Publishers,
Cordele, Ga.
Dear Sirs:—I am in receipt of your favor of the 7th inst., relative
to the erection of a new Union passenger depot at Cordele,
For some time past we have been in Luamunioation on this sub
ject with Mr. Cecil Gabbett, Vice President of the Georgia and
Alabama Railway Company, and we have ooncluded te complete the
plans and proceed with the construction of a building which will
do credit to your city. being done during the current
You may count upon this work year.
We fully realize the inadequacy of the present undesirable depot,
and we agree with you that the, public is entitled to better accomo
dations. Yonrs truly,
Wm. Checkley Shaw, Vice President.
Savannah, Ga., April 10,1900.
Messrs. Bivins and Ballenger,
Editors Cordele Sentinel,
Cordele, Ga.
Gentlemen Replying to your esteemed favor of the 7th inst.,
beg to advise that I am now getting matter of passenger depot at
Cordele arranged with the G. S. – F. Ry., and w# are now getting up
the detailed plans. Yours truly, V. P. – G. M.
Cecil Gabbett,
“Good Lawd, how he has swunk
up.”
LETTER FROM ROBERT TOOMBS.
It may be asked what I would do
in congress? This is a delicate
question. If I do nothing I will
not ask to go back. If I bring you
no fruit turn me down. At this
point Judge Fort, in referring to
his past public life, read a letter
dated at Washington, Ga., May
12, 1880, and signed by Robert
Toombs, in which that distin
guished Georgian said the coun
try was especially indebted to him
[Fort] for subjecting the rail
roads to reasonable freight rates. the
He referred to Ins life on
bench, and as railroad commis
sioner.
He took up and spoke at some
length against trusts, the laws
that permit national banks to con
tract the currency, and national
greed or imperialism. The work
in congress for a southern repre
sentative is as serious as bound
less. Burdens are to be lifted and
righteousness and justice to pre
vail.
The speech was liberally ap
plauded and held the close atten
tion of the audience throughout.
Judge Fort has been requested to
speak at several other places in t^e
county, and he will, if be fin
the time to do so.
He Fooled The Surgeons.
All doctors told Renick Hamilton,
of West Jefferson, O., after suffer
ing 18 months from Rectal Fistula,
he would die unless a costly opera
tion was performed; but Bucklen’s he cured
himself with five boxes of
Arnica Salve, the surest Pile cure
on Earth, and the best Salve Sold in
the World. 25 cents a box.
by all drngsiVe.
UNADILLA NOTES.
Uncle Berry Bryant, quite an
aged citizen of near this place,
died very suddenly last Sunday
night while sitting at his supper
table. Uncle Berry was well
known, and was a hard-working,
honest and upright citizen He
leaves several relatives and friends
to mourn his departure from this
life.
Business seems to be better than
this time last year, and all that
seems to be needed is a good rain
on the crops that are planted.
Beautiful Easter services were
held in the First Baptist church
here, Sunday morning and even
ing. Rev. Mr. Kelley preached
two very able sermons, one on
“Easter,” and the other on the
“Judgment.” The decorations
credit were beautiful, all who and contributed reflect much
on to
the arrangement. Just above the
pulpit were the words in letters
made of cedar, “Christ is Risen.”
Just under these words were two
crosses, made of evergreens, while
in the center there was a beauti
ful background of vines, with
beautiful flowers mingled therein.
Around and on the pulpit were
beautiful pot plants' of all des
criptions, making it one of the
prettiest scenes imaginable, and
the music was very fine, a nice
program having been previously
arranged. We venture to say that
everything mentioned could not
be surpassed
Unadilla merchants are prepar
ing for the hot summer days, by
putting sheds in front of their
stores and making every conve
nience.
Old papers for sale at The Eisn
t:n.;l office at 25c. per hundred.
LOCAL \ PERSONAL POINTS.
Short Squibs About People Going and
Ooming. — Other Newsy Notes.
Mason Doughtry spent Sunday
with “friends” at Emerich.
Editor Henry Smith was in
the City this week.
Miss Lizzie Roberts of Ashburn,
visited relatives here last week.
Dr. J. Y. Smith ef Rochelle,
was in Cordele Monday.
Mesdames L. M. Coney and
Mark Holoman are visiting
Hawkiosville this week.
Quite a number of Cordeleans
went to Vienna to hear Judge Fort
speak Thursday.
Mr. B. 8. Thompson, and his
sister Miss Mamie are visiting the
family of Mr. I. J. Lamb.
Dr. Virgle O. Harvard, of
Arabi, was in the city monday
shaking hands.
Rev. A.L. Moncrief of LaGronge,
passed through Cordele Thursday
en route to Quitman.
Several new dwellings have been
built in Cordele recently and the
owners find ready occupants.
Miss Edna Dennard, after sev
eral days visit to friends in Wil
cox county has [returned to the
city.
Mr J R. Kelley of Vienna and
who is a candidate for ordinary,
was in the city this week working
after his interests.
Col. W. 8. Thompson is having
a new coat of paint put on his
dwelling, which adds greatly to
its appearance.
Mr. 0, L. Jones the clever and
popular salesman of Hind –
Churchwell, visited Abbeville
Sunday on “special” business.
Dr. Ward, of Riehwood, and
his father Mr. Henry Ward of
Douglasville, favored our city
with a visit this week.
Mr. and Mrs. L.Moore arrived in
the city Friday after an ex
tended visit to Savannah. Their
many friends were glad to see
them.
Mr. I. M. Powell has recovered
from his sickness and able to be
out again. We are glad to see him
out, and hope he will soon be
himself again.
J. B. Ryals – Co. have placed
an elegant soda fount in their
drug store. It is certainly a
beautiful fountain, and is quite
an addition to their handsome
store.
tt Hon. D. n W. Harvard, n i candidate ,
for lepresentative, was in the city
this week. He feels confident of
being a winner in the coming elec
tion, and is making an active can
vass.
Mr. and Mrs. J. B, Spencer left
Wednsday for Macon, and will
spend the remainder of the week
in that city with friends.
I he Sentinel is ... receiving words
of praise constantly and new sub
Bcribers continually coming in.
We appreciate all our friends good
interets and kind words, and en
deavor to give them a paper well
worthy of their patronage.
Dr. and Mrs. Lee McArthur re
turned where Saturday they from Gorden,
Ga. have been visit
ing the doctor’s parents for sever
al days.
Editor John Scarborough of the
Evening Herald of Americus was
among the visitors to our city
ihursday. He s a warm supporter
ot Judge fort and came over to
be present at the speaking. John
is a clever fellow, and knows ex
actly how to handle the T-R.
A New Location 35 =5
A Splendid Idea.
It has been suggested that the new artesian well be bored at a point
rertlie city than the present pumping station and make the same an at*
tractive place by putting up new buildings, making nice walks and other
improvements. It is readily agreed that in a few more months a new
and large main would have to be put down should the pumping station
remain where it is. This would necessitate an expense of about $4,000,
besides the water would nob be as fresh as if the station was nearer the
city. It has also been suggested that the land lying opposite the depot on
the west side be procured for the place. This would give a splendid view
to everybody w T ho may pass through our city on either railroad, and would
be, no doubt, the subject of much favorable comment, and might in a de
gree, act as a persuader to parties seeking a new location.
The council will take some definite action on this matter Saturday
night, and it is to lie hoped that as everything favors a new location for
t he pumping station that this site mentioned above will be bought and
all neeessarvjimprovements be made at once. v
KO. 43
Are you going to attend tbe
Chautauqua in Albany next week?
Hon. W.A. Dodson of Americus,
city was Thursday. a distinguished visitor to our
He came over to
hear Judge F.ort speak. Dodson
as president of the Senate made an
enviable record and his many
friends are proud ot him.
Mr Ledbetter of the Ledbetter
Telephone Co, has informed us
that we can reach with our local
phones the following towns: Val
dosta, Tiftou, Moultrie,Thomas
ville and Lake City, Florida.
If troubled with rheumatism, give
Chamberlain’s Pain-Balm a trial.
It will not cost you a cent If it does
no good. One application will reMeve
the pain. It also cures sprains'and
bruises in one-third the time re
quired by any other treatment. Cuts,
burns, frorstbites, quinsey, panis in
the side and chest, grandular and oth
er swellings are quickly cured by ap
plying it. Every bottle warranted.
Price 25 and 50 cts J. B. Ryals –
Co., Druggist.
Mr. J. G. Ball has Moved his
family to Cordele and he will
establish an up to date tin shop
on I2th ave. and his card else
where in the Sentinel says he
guarantees satisfaction inall work.
He comes well recommended.
Mr. R. L. Kiuzie, of Cordele,
hag his announcement in the Sbn
tinel this week for coroner. Mr.
Kinzie is an old Confederate Vet
eran, fully qualified to fulfill the
duties of the otfice of coroner, and
he will appreciate aay and alL
support given him in his race.
In almost every neighborhood
there is some one whose life has been
savedby Chamberlain’s Colic, Chol
era and Diarrhoea Remedy, or who
has been cured of chronic diarrhoea by
the use of that medicine. Such per
sons make a point of telling ot it
when ever opportunity offers hoping
that it may be the means of saving
other lives. For sale by J. B. Ryals
– Co. Drugist.
Mayor Cutts has called an
election for May 1, to elect three
membevgof the board of trustees,
to fill the vacancies of R. L. Wil
son, T. H. Johnson and J. W.
Bivins, whose term of office have
expired.
Those who chew tobacco and
dip snuff, will find by reading the
“ad’’of Mr. L. J. Bush in this
issue, that they will save many a
nickle by trading with him when
in need of these articles.
Notice the “ad” of Mr. Frank
Teuber in this issue.
Miss Mae Waldon, Also.
The Sentinel has been furnished,
with an additional name and now
takes pleasure in stating that Miss
Mae Waldon’s composition was
a i eo Ben t to the Paris Exposition,
handsomely bound and stamped
onthe outside just as Misses Net
tie R ug eley, ldolene Ray and Ep
pie Bradley’s were, and sent to
gether with theirs. Those four
were the only ones sent from
this place,
Married Sunday
Mr Arago Hammet, of Marven,
and M iss Daisy Riles, of this place,
daughter of Policeman Riles, were
happily married Sunday afternoon J.
a t the home of the bride. Rev.
W. Weston performed the marriage
ceremony before quite a number
of the friends of the happy couple.
The Sentinel wishes the happy
bride and groom all the happiness
possible through the voyage of
life. Mr. and Mrs. Hammett left
on the G, S. – F noon train for
their home, marven, the same day,
Notice.
Notice is hereby given that an
election will be held at the city
council chamber on Tuesday, May
f or the purpose of electing three
trustees of the Cordele Public
Schools. C. C. Outth, Mayor.