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BREVITIES. Randolph wants half a dozen car penters. [tPSupcrior Court of Hall county meets next Monday. No mistake. lyTliose who are so fortunate as to have grapes arc making wine out of them. is off a little. It was only worth ten and a quarter in Athens on yester day. lyThe Sarepta Baptist Association will meet with Union church, Madison count)’, on Friday, September 23d, 1881. HF*Married, on the 4th inst., Mr. Davis Lackey and Miss Evelina Ivey, all of Jackson county. H. C. Appleby officiating. arc gratified to state that Mr. Mat thews will not lose over four hundred dollars by the recent burning of his gin house. Prof. I). P. Rowe’s school (colored) will give an exhibition on Saturday and Saturday night before the fourth Sunday in this month. IdF’The students of Bethlehem Academy, under charge of Prof. Frank S. Hudson, will give an exhibition on Friday night, the 23d inst. UiPOn last Friday night a scared horse knocked down a whole section of the fence that encloses the Presbyterian church in this place. UTThc funeral sermon of Mrs. M. A. Hunter will bo preached atOconeo church on the 3d Sunday in this month, by the Rev. W. F. Stark. President Foreacre is going to build a new passenger depot for the Northeastern railroad and place it nearer the business part of the town. * ISPThere will be a conference of the Bap tist church in this place on next Sunday after noon, for the transaction of business. Mem bers of the church are urged to attend. tyMr. 11. 11. Brock has purchased from parties in North Carolina a large body of of land in Clarkesboro’ District, near Red Stone, on the Athens and Jefferson road, containing nearly fourteen hundred acres of land. orphans of Benjamin Otwell, who died in this county about the year 1839, will hear something to their advantage by making their present whereabouts known to Henry Banks, at No. 113 Peachtree Street, Atlanta, (Icorgia. IjF’The wind yesterday evening organized itself into a first-class cyclone when it reached Ransom Appleby’s, who lives on the Gaines ville road, and took the top off of his house, stables and outbuildings. As yet we have heard of no other damage. l-p Dur readers who are interested will please read Prof. Parker’s notice, to be found in this issue. We regret to learn that Harmony Grove will lose the services of this gentleman. 'We fear that it will not be an easy task to Gnd another to Gil his place. R. A. Seale, assisted by Revs. Messrs. Baxter and Leek, has been conduct ing a protracted meeting at the Methodist church in this place since last Sunday. Sev eral additions have been made to the church, and great interest is being manifested in the services. Bud Bacon has commenced his halloo ing again, and makes it lively for all who pass the jail. This reminds us that a woman up in Hall has visited and examined hitu, and says that she can cure him, and intimated that he is bewitched. All she wanted was to get full control of him, and she would bring him out all right. GF*\Ve learn that Mr. Harris was just a little too late about insuring his gin house that Mr. Matthews had leased, which our readers will remember was burnt about three weeks ago. Mr. Harris was in town several days before it was burnt, wanting to get it insured, but did not do so, defering the mat ter until next time, which was too late. From Mr. J. W. Griffeth wc learn of a serious accident that happened, week before last, to Mr. J. J. Hartley, who lives in this count}’, near Maysville. While attending his father’s gin his wrist got caught between the belt and pulley, throwing him over and breaking his arm in two places and his thigh. He was improving and doing well when last heard from. regret exceedingly to record an ac cident which happened to Lute Sanders, of Jug Tavern, sometime ago. He was riding along in a buggy with his brother Charlie, both of them were eating peaches, when a sudden gust of wind blew their umbrella to one side; Charlie caught at the umbrella with his knife open in his hand, and sent the blade of it into his brother’s eye, destroying the sight entirely. tdPllearing that diptheria was prevalent in our county, we made enquiries in regard to it, and obtained the following facts : About three weeks ago a Mr. Thurmond, living over ou the Southwestern side of the county, had a child to die from that disease. One of the nurses, a white woman, caught the infection and while sick was moved to her father’s (Bob Thomas), who lived on Mr. J. L. Harris’ farm, near Bethany church, on the opposite side of the county. The woman recovered, but live more of the children of her father’s family caught the disease, three dying and two recovering. Two of the children died at about the same time, and were buried in the same coffin. Duringthe time of the childrens’ sickness, we learn that there was great want and destitution in the family, and their calamities were further increased by the inebriated condition of the father. As yet there are no indications that the disease will spread outside of this family, as the neigh ■t flfO f . _ < • a *- a good intelligent boy to work in this printing office. Wages good. i fTWe caught a faint rumor of a challenge to fight a duel that had been sent within the last week to one of our citizens, but could get at nothing definite, and presume that there is no occasion for alarm. Wm. M. Potts, who lives near Nicholson, was mowing some grass last Sat urday week, with a mowing machine, and had occasion to send his son, a lad about nine years old, along in front of the machine to pick up the rocks and chunks, when, unfortu nately, the child, not keeping far enough in advance, the machine cut him twice upon the ankle in the same place, almost severing the foot. Drs. Cash and Hardman were sent for and attended to the wound, and it is hoped that he will recover without the loss of his foot. UTWe have two new “ ads” in this issue that demand your attention. The stove and tinware emporium, under the management of that clever gentleman, W. 11. Jones. lie wants to sell you a stove, and can do it and discount the man that makes them. He handles so many of them that they sell them to him by the car load. Never think of go ing to Athens to buy a stove without calling on Jones, at the Red .Store. Go and price his wares, and if.yon can do better somewhere else, you may rest assured that they are giv ing things away in that store that undersells Jones. Bloomfield & Sanford are new men, but they learned under the most successful merchants in Georgia, and have the best stand in Athens. They carry one of the largest stocks in the cit}', and strive to be headquarters for groceries and dry goods. Call and see them, at the old stand of Reaves, Nicholson & Cos., and price their goods. Tell them that you read their little “ad” in the Herald, and they will treat you as if you could draw your check for a million. Be sure and give them a call and get their prices. [communicated.] Gwinnett County. This county, Walton and Ilall were each named in honor of signers of the Declaration of Independence, to wit: Burton Gwinnett, George Walton and Lyman Hall. Gwinnett embraces the largest area of either of the three ; is filled with an enlightened and pro gressive population, that are rapidly improv ing their buildings, fences, &c., and are adopt ing modern improvements in the cultivation of the soil. The result of which is that the citizens are as happy, well contented and prosperous as any in Georgia. The lands are very productive and well watored with the waters of the South Mulberry, the Apalachee, the Alcova and Yellow rivers. The bottom lands are distributed, as well as the thinner ridges, iu every section of the county. Gwin nett boasts of many natural advantages and of one mountain, “the Hog’’; known all over the country as Hog Mountain, taking its name from an Indian chief who lived in a village at its foot, on the head-waters of .South Mulberry, and who owned a great number of swine, from which fact he took his mfme. This was purchased from the Indians in what is known as the 4 mile purchase, though, in fact, said purchase covered much more than 4 miles. Near to the mountain proper, in the days of the red-man, one Shade Bogan built a store, and had what was known as a trading post. lie sold to the Indian maidens beads, jewelry and gewgaws, to the braves he sold blankets and fire water. The consequence was Bogan became rich, built a house for pub lic entertainment, and it lacks simply the pen of a Dickens to become as famous as the “May pole” or the “Holly Tree,” each of which had their swinging sign as had this. In every part of the world can bo found those whose ancestors broke bread witli the propri etor and found welcome under the hospitable roof of the “ Hog Mount ain House.” But the house, like the Indian village at the foot of the hill, has gone to deca)\ The old sign, which bid welcome to the weary traveler in days lung syne, has been used for fuel to run a steam engine, which propels a cotton gin situ ate not far from where it stood. Those hills and valleys which, but a few years ago, were the home of the red man, and which slept in the silence of nature, now echo to the screech of the steam whistle. This thing we call civilization is an icono clast ; it is always destroying something; nothing is too sacred ; nothing too venerable ; all, all must change ; keep pace with the age. But it is sad, very sad, to think that the earth is one vast grave yard, and that our improve ments so called stand amid the ashes of our ancestors ; but so it is. Gwinnett’s county town, Lawrenceville, is beautifully located, and in ante helium days boasted wealth, good society and a thriving population. But the war and its effects fell heavily upon the citizens of Lawrenceville, and they have never financially recovered. The destruction of their cotton factory by fire lost to them a source of income and a popu lation which depleted the census. But the completion of the narrow-guage railroad from Suwanee has instilled new life into it, and we predict that she will soou again blossom as the rose. The Court House is new aud com modious, situate in a beautiful park, in which are the representatives of all the trees in the forest. More anon. Spectator. Notice to the Public. It has been intimated by parties who de sire to injure my business, that I have been dealing in whisky at my place of business in Harmony Grove. I desire to state that such is not the truth, and that the person or per sons who say that I am or have been selling whisky in that place, tell a most malicious Personal Mention. Judge Moss, of Homer, was iu the city this week. Air. Hugh Appleby will move to town in a short while. Judge Simpkins, of Fulton county, was in town this week. Col. Barge i9 in Athens this week, talking Avery’s History. Mrs. J. YV. Glenn has been sick for the last week, but is improving. Col. Pike was in Atlanta this week, in at tendance upon the Supreme Court. Newt Twitty has closed out his school and will take up his abode in Gainesville. Mr. G. J. N. Wilson has a rising on his upper lip that is giving him somo trouble. Mr. Lee Johnson will canvass Ilall county in the interest of Avery’s History of Georgia. Hill Randolph has returned from a trip to Lawrencevillc court in the interests of his gate. Mr. Charles T. Whitehead has moved to Gainesville, where lie will live for the next year. Our good friend Brant Maxwell has retired from the employ of Mr. John C. Whitehead, lie was a clever and obliging clerk. llis place is filled by Gus McCarty. The Gainesville Southron says : “ Mr. E. N. Harris, of Memphis, has purchased a farm in Apple Valley, Jackson county, and will remove there with his family soon. We wel come Mr. Harris and his excellent family among U 9.” Does it Pay to Raise Cotton? Last week we published, in our “Farmers’ Column,” two articles upon this subject, that seems to vex the Southern farmer so much. Each of the articles referred to, when taken separately, appeared to prove conclusively its side of the question. We thought it would be a good idea to publish them together, so that our readers would take a serious view of the subject, compare their own experience and observations, and possibly it might lead to some good. The correct solution of this question is worth untold millions to the Southern people, and it should be settled at the earliest pos sible moment, for it is plain that the present status of affairs is not the most satisfactory in the world. We have decided that, as far as we can, we will collect local testimony upon the sub ject to the end that it might be of some ben. efit to the farmers of this county, and that as far as this county is concerned, the question will be settled, or rather we will determine upon which side thetestimony preponderates. To this end, we want the views and expe rience of every intelligent farmer in the county, and will most heartily return thanks for them. If no material or immediate bene ficial results grow out of the discussion, pos sibly it may in an indirect way set somebody to thinking. We do not propose to limit the scope of the discussion in any way. The point is, does it pay to raise cotton in Jack son county ? Parties desiring to write can either give their experience and observations or argue the subject just as they see fit. Blind Preacher. Rev. T. L. Houck, of Cuthbert, Ga., will preach at the following churches in the Sa repta Association. The children arc request ed to come out, and he will sing for them in the Indian language, and will exhibit his Bible of raised letters : Beaverdam, Wednesday, October 19th, 11 o’clock A. M. and at night. Grove Level, Thursday, October 20th, 11 o’clock A. M. and at night. Kandler’s Creek, Friday, October 21st, 11 o'clock A. M. and at night. Gainesville, Sunday, October 23d, eleven o'clock A. M. Bellton, Sunday night, October 23d. To the Patrons of the Harmony Grove High School. Having accepted a position in the Hartwell High School, I will sever my connection with the Harmony Grove High School at the close of the present session, October 7th. And as I will leave immediately after the close of my school, I desire that all persons indebted to me will settle their accounts. Those who do not settle will find their accounts, after Octo ber 10th, in the hands of W. 11. Simpkins. Respectfully, M. L. Parker. Certain Knowledge. We know whereof we affirm when we say that Warner’s Safe Kidney and Liver Cure lias performed more wonderful cures than any medicine ever brought before the American public. Ladies who Appreciate Elegance and purity are using Parker’s Hair Balsam. It is the best article sold for restoring gray hair to its original color and beauty. HOW TO TREAT YOUR WATCH. Wind it up at the same time every day. Keep it in as even a temperature as possible. Sudden transition from heat to cold may cause the main spring to break. If you would keep it clean nev er put it in any pocket except one of leather. Those pockets which are lined with cloth, cotton or calico, give by the constant friction a certain Huff, which enters most Watch Cases and makes its way to the delicate parts of the watch. See that the pocket is turned and cleaned often, and take an old linen handkerchief and wipe carefully all the dust from under the backs, bezel and cap of the case. But above all you must he sure that the Case tits firmly, and to be sure of this, select one where the parts (center, hacks, cap, &c.) arc each mado from one piece of metal. The JAMES BOSS’ Patent Stiffened or filled Gold Watch Case is so made, and not only does such a Watch Case become stronger and tit more perfectly, hut it enables the manu facturer to turn and form three pieces of metal (the outer ones being gold and the inner one of an inferior metal) into shape for the round parts, making to all appearaces and practical purposes just as good a Watch Case as the solid gold, at about one-half the cost to the purchaser. There arc nearly one hundred thousand of these Watch Cases now carried, and their £ood qualities are acknowledged by the same number of happy Harmony Grove. BY OUR REGULAR CORRESPONDENT. —Mr. C. W. Ilood i9 mowing his clover again. —The pea crop on upland will be almost a failure. —Meat is getting too high to cut, except in small pieces. —A trip to the mountains prevented a full letter last week. —The corn stalks will soon be hard enough for walking canes. —Mr. M. A. Dauphin, of New Orleans, La., is said to be popular in our town. —The last boll of cotton will soon be open right on the tip top of the stalk. —Mr. W. C. Farabee was taken quite sick last Tuesday while in the field pulling fodder. —An interesting protracted meeting is in progress at the M. E. church, of which Dr- J. T. Curtis is pastor. —Farmers should not forget to save every, thing that will do to feed on, even if they have to resort to hog weeds. —Miss Bain, of Athens, has been in our village, and some of the young men have their heads cranked towards that city just now. —Dr. W. B. J. Ilardman and his daughter are at the Apalachee Association this week, which met at Belhabara church, Oconee county, last Tuesday. —Messrs. Wood and Wilbanks had their brick store covered with tin. Mr. W. 11. Jones, of Athens, had the roof put on, and it is said to be a good job of work. —Cotton is coming in lively, and merchants dislike to be too anxious about that little— you know, last spring, but then it would be so nice about this time of the year. —Mr. W. B. Barnett has contracted with cotton buyers here to do their weighing this season. Mr. B. is an honest and worthy young man, and will no doubt weigh correctly and to the satisfaction of all parties con cerned. —The Wood and Martin case came up in Justice’s Court last Monday before a jury, and, as is usual in this case, their verdict was, “We, the jury, can’t agree,” and a mistrial was ordered by the court. —Prof. M. L. Parker, who has been man aging our High School for several years, and given general satisfaction as a teacher, will go to Hartwell next 3 T ear, to assist Prof. Looney in the Hartwell School. —Mr. J. R. Richie, out on the Ilomcr road, is building quite an addition to his dwelling. Mr. R. is not only a good farmer, but knows how to fix up plans to build to an old dwelling to make it look like it is a now one. —l’ll bet that evil correspondent that made allusion to the babies and fried chickens last week has had a baby on his knee for a month and goes to bed every night with the bone of a chicken in his mouth, or else he is forever pouting for a bone or a “ rib.” —There is a certain young man in our town that can always be found with a supply of grapes and peaches. Now, I don’t accuse him of stealing peaches, but you know how nice it is to have a sweetheart whose father has a good orchard. There are several good orchards in town and a ho9t ofyoungraen. —Our merchants ran wild here on cotton last Monday and Tuesday. Athens prices are no comparison ; they are beginning to think that they can equal the “ bulls and bears” of New York on cotton. The next thing we know they will tackle Liverpool, and furnish them prices to buy by. They went so far last season as to furnish Athens with quotations, but this season they have set out to beat the world. —A negro, who calls himself Rich Smith, arrested on a warrant charging him with assault with intent to murder, was before a Justice last Monday, and was required to give a bond or go to jail, to answer for the offense of stabbing, and failing to give bond, was released on “ leg bail” by our “ trick man.” It seems Rich was better at playing tricks than our Constable. Someone will do a good act to arrest this boy and confine him if they should come up with him anywhere. He is no doubt a bad citizen. COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS. Council Chamber, \ Jefferson, Ga., Sept. 5, 18S1. / Council met at 7 o'clock P. M. Present and presiding. W. A. Worsham, Mayor; and Aider men Williamson, Randolph and Pendergrass. Reports of the Clerk and Marshal for the 4th quarter, ending September oth, 1881, read and ac cepted. Accounts approved and ordered paid : To Clerk’s salary for nine months $37 50 Making out Tax Digest and collecting tax.. 12 50 Issuing executions against tax defaulters... 12 00 Insolvent cost accounts 22 75 To Marshal's salary for last quarter 50 00 Carrying off dead carcasses 2 50 Insolvent cost accounts G 00 On motion, adjourned. W. A. WORSHAM, Mayor. J. C. WHITEHEAD, Clerk. Americus Republican: “ A day or two since a darkey appeared at the Ordinary’s office and requested a marriage license. It was furnish ed, and at the beneficiary’s request Judge Pilsburv, of the County Court, prepared to perform the ceremony. Here arose the dif ficulty. The would be benedict was accom panied by two damsels, one black and the other copper-colored. The former had furnish ed the money to buy the license, the latter lie desired to marry, and both claimed him. The black damsel exhausted every argument in vain, and seeing the futility of talk, posed herself, and fixing upon her recusant lover a gaze full of unutterable reproach, stood silent until the ceremony was ended. But she lit on him the next moment, and exclaiming, *Mv money ixmalit <la.t. lint* ami— We Deal in Spots! <r WE HAVE NOW ON HAND AND ON THE WAV WOOD, TABER $ MORSE EI^GtIISTES, Win. E. TANNER S' CO. B. W. PA YNE <j- SONS TTITNJ-C^yTTVTTi One J.O-Saw GIN, One 60-Saw GIN, One GIN, with Feeder. One h.O Saw GIN, with Feeder and Condenser. FS.ISITD OTHERS TO .^ZR.ZFiI^V'E. CALL EARLY, AND SECURE A MACHINE AT A Big: Bargain 2 ORR & HUNTER, Corner Clayton and Thomas Streets, Athens, Ga., VVvorw <A W\c ‘fivfv \cWovv- ‘FYtvor. March 25. BLOOMFIELD & SANFORD, (Successors to retail business of Reaves, Nicholson it C 0.,) . North-east Corner Broad and Thomas Streets, Atnens, - ■- Gra. OK, ogieKis;, A3STID DEALERS LIST . STAPLE DRY GOODS, BOOTS* Shoes, Hats, Leather and Findings. , Stock varied and complete in all departments. QROCERIES : Bacon, Meal, Corn, Flour, Seed Oats and Wheat, Sugar, Syrup, Molasses, Plain Crackers, Fancy Crackers (numerous varieties); Canned Fruits, Meats, Vegetables, Pickles ; Buckets, Churns, Tubs ; Nails, Bagging and Ties ; Tobacco and Segars, <fcc., fcc. DRY GOODS : Sheetings, Shirtings, Bleachings, Jeans, Factory Thread, Dress Goods, Half llosc, Stockings, Cor sets, Calicoes, Trunks, Boots, Shoes, and other articles in endless profusion. Prompt and Conrteons Attention Accorded Every One, Whether Purchaser or Not. s2?”Will sell COTTON for our customers WITHOUT ANY CHARGERS September 16, 1881. BLOOMFIELD & SANFORD: J. 3NT. MONTGOMERY, fc (Broad Street, next door to Col. Dobbs, Athens, Ga.) DEALER IN LOUIS COOK’S BUGGIES, Carriages and. Harness, Which I warrant equal to any sold in this market at same prices. THE OLD HICKORY WAGON—warranted as good as the best. THE FARQUHAR ENGlNE—noted for power and durability. THE FARQUHAR SEPARATOR —nothing better nor cheaper in mnrkct.. THE ATLAS ENGINE —one of the most popular and cheapest on the market. The well known ECLIPSE ENGINE, and the BOOKWALTER ENGINE, 6| Ilorso , Power, for §355. The well known BROWN COTTON GIN, CONDENSER and FEEDER. Cheapest Gin on the market. Also, the celebrated HALL GIN ; nothing finer. COTTON PRESSES. PORTABLE CORN, WHEAT and SAW MILLS, SORGHUM MILLS, EVAPORATORS. SHINGLE MACHINES. The well known OLIVER CHILLED TURN PLOW. SULKY and GANG PLOWS, Improved HARROWS, GRAIN DRILLS, REAPERS, MOWERS, and other improved agricultural implements. Also, several brands of FERTILIZERS. UfPSatnple ENGINES and ot her articles kept on hand. Sept 9-iy J. N. MONTGOMERY, A Smooth Complexion can be had by every lady who will use Parker’s Ginger Tonic. For promptly regulating the liver and kidneys and purifying the blood there is nothing like it, and this is the reason why it so quickty removes pimples and gives a rosy bloom to the cheek. See notice. bayard Taylor, Poet & Traveller, Said : “I take great pleasure in recommending to parents the Academy of Mr. Swithin O. Short lidge.” Hon. FERNANDO WOOD, M. C., Said (1880): I cheerfully consent to the use of my name as reference. My boys will return to you (for their fourth year) after their vacation.” For new Illustrated Circular address SWITHIN C. SHORTLIDGE, *. Harrard U.ivercity Graduate, Tlrdin, I“n., 12 miles from Phila. NORTHERN TKXAS otters greater attrac tions in way of good, cheap lands, healthy country, mild climate, abundance of timber and water, diversity of products, than any other region now open to settlement. In this rapidly develop ing section, the Texn* Sc l*icific Railway has in operation over 800 miles of road, along which arc to be had, at low prices and on easy' terms, millions of acres of good and cheap Rail road and Government lands, but recently opened for settlement. For circulars and maps, giving truthful information, address W. 11. ABRAMS, Land Commissioner, T. Sc P. Railway', Marshall, Texas. Bordentown Female College, lIORHEVrOWN, N. J. Graduatory Courses in Classics, Belles-Lettres and Music. Superior facilities in Music, Art, French and German. Thcwough instruction in all departments. Students treated with confidence and respect. Manners and morals carefully guarded. The College a home for its students. $ >0 scholarship, and eleven other prizes, award ed. ggrTor Catalogue, address Rev. WM. C. BOWEN, A. M., Prcs't. REVISED NEW TESTAMENTSI C he mi,*/.<■ ... Home Manufacture. SHOES! HARNESS!! LEATHER;!!! WE are now making the very best quality of'. the above articles right here at.hotrie, and’ they arc for sale. We do uot expect to sell them: merely because they arc home manufacture, but because of their excellent quality and low price.. We are making regular of the very best material and workmanships and’, offering them for 2ft per cent, less than the usual, price. Our BROGANS' cannot be beaten in cxccK lence, or cheapness for the quality. These selß only by the case. Bridles, Collars and Harness, double or single, always on hand, or made to or- - der. We have the most experienced workmen." All we ask is a trial. '' ' ' " " • ATKINS, CARR Sc CO. Maysvillc, Ga., June 17th, 1881. Coffins! Coffins! I WILL keep on hand, in Jefferson, a full sup ply of COFFINS —AND— BURIAL CASES of all sizes, and at prices to suit the times. Every effort will be made to serve parties promptly and satisfactorily. Respectfully. 1 apl 29 W. A. WORSHAM. Harmony Grove High School. r |MIE Fall Term of this school, will open on X MOXD AY, July 18th, and will close October* 7th, 1881. Rates of tuition the same as hereto fore. The tuition of pupils between the ages of 6 and IS will be credited by the pro rata of the PuVdio School F.imte - *