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"nr*,. .;—ry- . • jK r} ' .J* > vr» - ____ "* W ' -’'C? FTTAT M w TTlk IHk ix/I< il< iVl i\ji t ( Al T 1 111 j JLVI Wlx.l XI? wvJ K>/> I ila —•- —r»r Vol IX. No. 109. IN OLD SCOTLAND. DR. CARBON SPENDS HIS HOLI DAYS THEBE An Interesting Account of Places and Things of Interest in the Old Country- Edinburgh, Scotland, Dec. 29 Dear Friends: On this, my last night in old Scotland, I will try and connect my notes of each place visited so as to give you some remote idea of what I have seen daring the holidays. I left London December" 23 at 9 a m., and arrived in Edinburgh just ten hours later. A portion of my journey was through the'romantio lake regions which must be the most attractive part of Scotland—not only from its natural beauty, but because of the charm which Sir Walter Scott’” poems have given to these mountains, lakes and rivers. The scenery is not alpine in its grandeur, nor like the states in its sublimity; but it is exceedingly picturesque and beautiful, while its va riety of rugged mountains, beautiful lakes, sylvan scenery and wooded islands render a tour through this country one of rare delight. The grand pictures which unfold them selves at every turn in this poetic and historic Scotland shall bang forever in the gallery of my memory. Every where one beholds crags, mounds and knolls, the fragments of an earlier world, confusedly hurled together. Yet frequently to Offset this gran deur, one sees a tranquil stream or ivied bridge, a peaceful valley or ruins ed castle, which gives to the delightful scenery an added charm. Surely not another capital in England, or even Great Britain, compares with Edin burgh in situation, and the Scotch have made the place well worthy of its fine position. On one side is Carlton Hill, rising 300 feet above the city,and opposite thia, about a mile away, is the old historic castle. Between these two pointe extends a beautiful avenue caljed Princess street, bordered by handsome buildings, parks and monu ments. Among the many attractive sights in the old Scottish city, and rising in the center of this picture, stands the elegant themorial of Sir Walter Scott, whose monument says he was born in Edinburgh in August, 1771. The statues in the various crevices repre sent characters taken from his works, as “The Last Minstrel” and “The Lady of the Lake.” In the center, open on all sides to inspection, is a colossal marble statue of Sir Walter, and at the foot is appro priately placed bis favo:ite dog, Bevis. This monument is certainly one of the finest ever reared to a man of genius. All parts of it are beautifully carved. The cost of this monument, I was told, was £BO,OOO. It is a touching proof of the love which Scotland felt for her genius It was the gift of a nation ; and while on the subscription list may be seen "£IOO from her majesty, the Queen,” one can likewise see "£3, 7 shillings, from tne poor people of the country.” As I was told (afterwards realized) that a visit to Scotland was not com plete without a visit to Avoushire, I took a day off and visited the land of Burns. It is one of the most interest ing features, not merely of Scotland, but of Britain, to those who love to visit places hallowed by the genius of illustrious men. The little town of Avonshire abounds in memorials of the past, one of which is his humble cottage in which Robert Burns was born. I saw the little bed stead in which he slept, and which, I was told, was once bought for a trifle,' but afterwards s >ld for £SO. Everything in the, vicinity reminds one Os some of his poems. Not far away, for example, is “Auld Alloway’s Witch Haunted Kirk,” the scene of Tam O’Shanter’a adventure. Near here are also the banks of "Bonnie Doon,” a lovely stream, about which the poet sung so sweetly. I was shown and told ' that it was while pacing up and down the banks of this river one afternoon that Burns composed bis poem about Tam O’Sbanter; and was shown the very bridge over which the terrified man rode from'tbe witches for life on bis gray mare, Maggie I It was also while standing beside this little stream that Barns and his "Mary” held a little Bible between them (still preserved in the Burns mu seam), and pledged to each other eter*> nal faithfulness. Between the faded leaves of that Bible now rests a little tress of her hair. The name of Burns is a household word in Scotland, and he is immortal ly enshrined In the affection of his countrymen. On December 27, I arose bright and early with a Scotchman and boarded a train (better known here as a carriage) for Balmoral Castle. Soon we arrived at the beautiful highland borne of Queen Victoria, which is situated be side the River Dee. In Her Majesty’s absence, we were received and shown the castle by one of her humble ser vants. The property i* said to consist of about 10,000 acres, which belonged formerly to Scotland, but which after wards became the property of the crown by the payment of forty thou sand pounds. , J The castle itself was erected by the Prince of Wales at his own expense. Near by is the Catholic church, where the Queen attends divine service, and a mile away stands Abergaldie Castle, a favorite summer resort for the Prince of Wales. The suiroonding country is beautiful, and the castle itself resem bles a gem in a most attractive sitting. At one end of the building is an ex ceedingly interesting tower, about 160 feet in height, commanding an en chanting view. Within a few hundred yards us Bal moral is the “Bonnie River Dee,” which sweeps from the Grampion Hills and whose entire length—judging from what I saw—of 90 miles must present a continual series of delightful views. I climbed that famous mountain! Lacbonagar, which is, so they told me, 3,800 feet high, and from its summit fully one half of Scotland was out spread before me. On Dec 28th, I arose bright and early, ordered a cab (known in Scot land as a hansom) for the enormous sum of a shilling (which is equal to our 25 cents) and with my letter from a New York doctor, ordered the driver to land me at No. 301 Princess street, the residence oYLord Lister.On present ing my letter I was invited to bis study where I spent several minutes, rathef listening than conversing, for my tongue seemed actually paralized in the presence of such a learned man. From there I was shown through the Edenburgh university, which well deserves its high position as a seat of medical learning. My mind shall ever be relieved of wondering why the aver age American likes to say that he is of Scotch descent, for truly they are a noble race of people. It is now 3 o’clock and ’tie while waiting for my train (which leaves for London in one hour) that I have in my feeble way endeavored to tell you, as best I could, of what I have seen in the brief period of five days. Trusting that you will not criticise too harshly, I am Yours very respectfully, Marcus F. Carson, Guys Hospital, London, Eng., S. E, England seems very much agitated over Russia’s attempt to land in China. So much so that the Queen has ordered out the naval reserve. The greedy "bully” Englishmen never tire of boasting of their Colonels anti great accomplishments of the past. I de light in calling their attention to one instance in the past in which they met defeat, and often tell them that it will be a bitter day for England when she attempts to land her fleet on American soil, and that we would change the current of the Atlantic with their carcasses. The Englishmen undoubtedly have a preconceived idea that we are not cowards. London has just experienced an epi demic Os typhoid fever. I was in the Maislotone hospital this afternoon, in which there is over 2.00 Q cases. The theatre goers are enjoying quite a treat in Irving’s great plays. The greatest attraction being Quo Vadis in nine acts, title the “Sign of the Cross.” M. F. C. In Olden Times People overlooked the Importance of per manently beneficial effects and were satis fied with transient action; but now that it is generally known that Syrup of Figs will permanently overcame habitual constipa tion, well-informed people will not buy other laxatives, which act for; a time,, but finally injure the system. New Garden Seed. All fresh, from best growers, for sale by J. N. HARRIS <fc SON. Edu.-at; Tonr Bowels With Caecarets. Candy Cathartic, euro constipation forever. •oc, 25c. If a a C.faU, druggUta refund money. GRIFFIN, GEORGIA, WEDNESDAY MORNING, JANUARY 12,1898. COUNCIL’S WORK. PETITIONS. REPORTS AMD VARI OUS MEASURES CONSIDERED. The City Authorities Begin the Mew Year With an Eye to Business and the City’s Interests. There was a full board of aldermen present last night, presided over by his Honor, Mayor W. D. Davis. After reading the minutes a lengthy petition was read from Ed Baldie ask ing for various and diversified privi leges was referred to the mayor with power to act. A petition wee read from the city draymen praying 'a reduction of li censes, accompanied by good and sat isfactory reasons for their request. On motion the licenses were so changed as to make them S3O for 2- borse drays and sls for l-borse drays. The motion was unanimously adopted. The report and suggestions of the chairman of the street committee elicited an interesting and elaborate discussion. It was shown that the county com missioners had utterly failed to com ply with their contract to work the streets with convict force during the past year, and many radical changes were discussed. It was shown that the county con victs were using constantly the teams, carts and tools belonging to the city, besides getting the free use of all the city’s convicts, and the city paid with iu a fraction of three-fourths of the taxes to keep up the chain gang, and was unable to reap one dollar of bene fit from said force. Many suggestions were offered that would draw the line of justice between the county and city’s rights, but ac tion was deferred until the street com mittee, the mayor and chairman of the finance committee could confer with the county commissioners and see what just and equitable measures could be agreed upon, and report at a called meeting of council, to be held when said conference is had. The Chief of Fire Department ap pparedto submit investigation touch ing IbeWvantages of the ball or spray nozzle. Carlisle & Ward were awarded the contract of furnishing medicines to the sick poor of Griffin for the year 1898, for $23.85. Supt. W. K. Howard made his an. nual report touching the condition of the water and light plants. He reports both plants in good order and doing good service He recommended the placing of a couple of plugs in West Griffin for the protection of property in that section. J. A. Scott, of the late firm of Scott & Horne, asked to be relieved of pay ing another business tax—be continu ing bis former business at the old stand. Granted. The water committee was instructed to place water basins in the police quarters and prison. Council adjourned. WANTED. To rent two or three rooms—one for kitchen use—in bouse with Rood family, on either side of railroad, con veniently located to Hill and Solomon streets. Address, with terms, “X. Y, Z ,” care Morning Call. DISSOLUTION NOTICE, The firm of Scott & Horne has this day been dissolved by mutual consent, W. P. Horne retiring, and J. A. Scott assumes all debts due by Scott & Horne, and all debts due to Scott & Horne to be paid to J. A. Scott. J. A. SCOTT, W. P. HORNE. Dec. 31, 1897. I will continue the former business at the old stand,-where I hope to meet and serve my friends as heretofore. I shall endeavor to merit the patronage of the public by legitimate dealings, J. A. SCOTT. T A CARD. To My Friends and Customers: As you will see the firm of Scott * Horne has been dissolved, and I have bought out the stock of goods of Robt L. Williams, and will henceforth be found at the Scheurman Store, where I will be pleased to serve my friends, I trust, as well in the future as in the past. Thanking you for past favors, I am, Respectfully, Jan. 1,1898. W. P. HORNE. Bob’! Tabactv Spit and Smoko Tear Ufa Away. . To quit tobacco easily and forever, be mag netic. full of life, nerve and vigor, take No-To- Bae, the wonder-worker, that makes weak men strong. AU druggists, Wo or 91. Cure guaran teed. Booklet and sample free. Address Sterling Remedy Ca. Chicago or New York. Royal sakea the load para, ... -■ ? -■ e' ROYAL BAKING POWDCR DO., NEW YORK. Corn as Poultry Food-' ZZZZ Much has been said for and against t»rn as a feed for laying bens, chick ens, etc., says a poultry paper. Now #orn is a good general poultry feed end a cheap one no doubt as well. It is the staple diet of farm poultry, but all this does npt disprove the well-known fact that corn Is not well balanced and needs bran, oats, wheat, linseed meal and other feeds to balance it and sup ply the protein which the corn lacks. Farm poultry does well io summer upon corn alone, simply because they have the run of the farm, can forage about, get insects, clovers and grasses to supplement their corn diet. But in case of birds closely penned it is differ ent, and in the winter season the poul try keeper must pay more attention to supplying a variety. Feed lean meab freshly cut green bone, clover, cabbage, wheat, bran, oats and linseed meal to make with corn a round system of rition i to supply every need. Deafness Oannit be Cured by local applications, as they cannot reach the diseased portionx*f the ear. There is only one way to cure deafness, and that is by constitutional remedies. Deafness is caused by an inflamed condition of the mucous fining of the Eustachian Tobe. When thia tube gets inflamed you have a rambling sound or inmerfect hearing, and Is entirely doled deafness ?s the result, and unless the inflammation can be taken out and this tube restored to its normal condition, hearing will be destroy ed forever; nine cases out of ten are caused by catarrh, which is nothing bat an in flamed condition of the mucous surfaces. We will give One Hundred Dollars for any case of Death ess (caused by • catarrh) that cannot be cured by Hall’s Catarrh Cure. Send for circulars, free. F. J. Cheney & Co., Toledo, O. Sold by Druggists, 75c. Hall’s Family Pills are the best. CA.STORIA, Fine Cane Pasture. lam prepared to pasture your dry cows through the winter; aiso have several milk cows for sale or to trade for dry ones. For terms apply to A. 8. Blakr. * ■ ’ 1 ~ ' copy wi&W 18*T “THERE IS SOMETHING ROTTEN IN DENMARK," Hamlet exclaims. Possibly he bad just gone through the seat of some old chair and found it ont to his sorrow. There is* nothing like handsome, new and up-to date furniture for general satisfaction and all around comfort, and we have the latest designs and styles in parlor, library, dining room and bed room furniture on display for your inspection. CHILDS 4 GODDARD. ■■■■■ || - H.P.EADY&CO. 1 IN HILL BUILDING, Buggies, Wagons and Harness. We give good prices for your old Buggy and Harness in exchange for new ones. All kind of repair work promptly done. H. P. EADY & CO. ONE FOURTH OFF FOR SPOT CASH. You can buy any OVERCOAT, SUIT or WOOLEN UNDERWEAR In our store for TWENTY-FIVE PER CENT off of market prices. Hard times make it difficult lor people who actually need a suit or overcoat to S buy. But at these prices, ONE FOURTH OFF, any body can buy: $ 4.00 SUITS OR OVERCOATS..FOR $ 3.00. I 5.00 “ “ “ « 3.75. 6.50 “ 4.88.-IS 7.50 “ “ “ « 5.63. 8.50 “ • “ “ 6:37. 10.00 “ “ “ “ 7.50. 12.50 w “ * 9.38 y 15.00 “ “ “ JV H. 25. * 18-00 “ “ “ “ 13.50. THESE PRICES ARE ABSOLUTELY FOR THE CASH. ANY ONE HAVING AN ACCOUNT WITH US CAN’HAVE THESE GOODS CHARGED AT REGULAR MARKET PRICES. / . A' ' R. F. Strickland & Co. ——i (O)H— K You all know the policy this store-“ Don’t carry over any goods that it is possible to sell.’' J TO CLOSE OUT OUR ENTIRE WINTER STOCKS, WE OFFER THEM AT PRICES SURE TO SELL, COME IN, SELECT THE GvODS WANTED AND WE WILL AGREE ON THE PRICE. REMNANTS OF EVERY DESCRIPTION AT YOUR OWN PRICE. THE SHOE STORE. THIS WEEK WE MAKE A SPECIAL RUN ON $2.00 SHOES FOR MEN AND WOMEN. SEE OUR WINDOW FOR (SOME OF THE STYLES THEY ARE JUST THE KIND YOU PAY $3.00 FOR ELSEWHERE. CHILDRENS SCHOOL SHOES, THE KIND THAT WEARS. LADIES FINE SHOES AT REDUCED PRICES. MENS FINE SHOES AT REDUCED PRICES. R. F. STRICKLAND & CO. Edwards X Power’s RACKET STORE *■ 1 ' ' ■ WE INVITE THE PUBLIC TO CALL * | AND BEE ODR LINB o* TFjjjjW 1 32-711 A VARIED LDnB AT BraS 'Mm PRICES TO bUITJfHE TIMES. ONLY Bbl W WR A FEW CENTS WIXJj 101X38 I Lm 'LE ONES HAPPY AND NO I CHILD SHOULD BE NEGLECTED. l IH WE WILL TAKE PLEASURE IN ' SHOWING YOU WHAT WE HAVE. EDWARDS & POWER. —***■?— XTOTIGEI WOTICEI OWING TO THE LOW PRICE OF'OUR CUSTOMERS’ PRODUCT-- COTTON-WE HAVE DETERMINED TO LOWER THE PRICE OF GOODS, WHICH MEANS LESS PROFIT. NOW WE WILL SELL -CHEAPER THAN EVER, FOR CASH ONLY. WE URGE OUR FRIENDS WHO OWE PAST DUE BILLS TO COME AT ONCE AND SETTLE. N. B. DREWRY « SON. Ten Cents per Week