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fl I j Tk /I "1 TK IT T A "T M ■ B—4 IW / I ■ ■ M I I / W -A- -A- vl A-L W A. J. X tr TV —NT J WERE MEN INTIMIDATED! CAPTAIN W W. DAVIES SAYS V THEY WERE NOT. The Atlant*'Constitution's Griffin Correspondent Takes a Different View of the Matter- - As some local publicity has been given the controversy between certain officers at Camp Nortben and the Griffin correspondent of the Atlanta Constitution, we publish the following card sent the Constitution yesterday afternoon: Editor Constitution The follow ing card appeared in yesterdays At lanta Journal, and as .it does your correspondent an injustice I feel it should be dignified by a reply: “Gbiffin, Ga , Aug. 24,1898 “To The Atlanta Journal: “A reporter came in my company - street yesterday and wished to get the Sentiment of the men. I assembled the company of one hundred and four men. On a vote, only two men step ped forward, indicating a wish to be mustered out. The balance of the company wildly cheered the practi cally unanimous vote. "The vote was taken immediately on the request of the reporter. The men of my company considered him an intruder and wished to administer the customary transportation from camp —on a rail. Officers restrained the men. Not two per cent, of my com pany wish to muster out. Not ten per cent, of the entire regiment wish to muster out. They entered for ser vice. "Any statement that the men are in fluenced by the officers is absolutely false. "W. W. Davies, Captain.” It was not the intention of your correspondent to indulge in personali ties, but sinoe Captain Davies admits that be is the daddy of this monstrosi ty, and has thrown the gage, we must ';■■■ pick it up. A’ /' ‘ II Captain Davies’ men considered your correspondent an intruder it was not until after he appealed upon the scene. Prior to that time his men Willingly expressed their preference as to whether they wanted to be mustered out or not, and nearly a score of them crowded around eagerly giving their names—many of them without any solicitation on my part. I will state byway of parenthesis, that the fifteen names given me were all in favor of going with the regiment anywhere and for any purpose. Captain Davies is mistaken when he states that it was at my suggestion the men were formed in line and asked to express tbeir preference for being mustered out by stepping for* ward. This suggestion came from Captain Davies himself and I accepted it believing there was no alternative offered me. I did uot think that the proper way to secure a free expression from the men, and later events con vinced me I was correct. Captain Davis says that any state ment that the men were influenced by the officers is absolutely false. Well, let’s see about that. After be formed bis men in line and asked all who wished to be mustered out to step for ward, bis second lieutenant, W. P. Clark, said "Now let the damn cowards step put.” If that would not influence the men it is Captain Davies' duty to immediately reduce his lieutenant to ranks. If it was not intimidation what, in the name of heaven, was it? It was more than intimidation—it was an insult to every honest man io bis company, a disgrace to the uniform he wore, an outrage that should meet speedy punishment. Are men to be treated like slaves and cursed like brutes because they respond to the call of their country and if needs be would lay down their lives in defense of its honor? Does the vesting of a little power in a man make him a judge of the actions of another lees > fortunate one, that he may brand him a coward because be expresses a de sire to return to home and business in preference garrison duty at sls 60 per month? If itdoes, God pity our country if it should ever again be forced to call for volunteer soldiers. S B. Sawtell. * Kind ywHawAhnpt Bought THE FATE OF THE THIRD. t It is Now Thought It Will Not Be Mustered Out. Washington, Aug. 25—Adj. Gen 1 Corbin said today that it was as cer tain as anything could possibly be that the Third Georgia regiment would not be mustered out this summer. At the present time there is no Geor 1 gi ft regiment on the list of those chosen i to be mustered out, and it is more i than likely that the Georgia infantry i will be kept intact for several months to come, unless some regiments re quest especially to be discharged. Orders were issued today to muster out the following : Fourth Pennsyl vania infantry, Sixth Illinoise infan try, Second Wisconsin infantry, three Louisiana light batteries, two Rhode Island light batteries, two lowa light batteries, two Oregon light batteries, First Wisconsin light battery, two troops of Kentucky cavalry, light bat tery A, of Missouri, Twenty seventh ligb> battery of Indiana artillery, and light batteries A, B and C of Pennsyl vania. Where tbe troops mustered out are not specially designated they include all of that arm of the service from the states named. A dispatch from Manila says: At a conference today between tbe insurgents and tbe Americans, tbe former declared emplatically that they were willing to co operate wilh the Americana and to surrender tbeir arms promptly if assured that the islands would remain either an American or a British colony, or under the protector ate of tbe United Slates or Great Britain. Otherwise the insurgent leaders as serted they would not dare disarm,but most positively refuse to do si. They threaten a fresh rebellion within a month if the Americans withdraw. ‘ Another Wreath For Dewey* Admiral Dewey is the hero of the Hispano-American war. This is the truth with an emphasis. His is the transcendent figure of tbe conflict from beginning to end. Not alone has be displayed the qual ifications of a fighter, but be has ex hibited the equipment which is sup posed to be the exclusive possession of the diplomat and lhe statesman. He is everything. He is complete. .He has no blind eye, no deaf ear, no game leg. no vertigo head. He is tbe typi cal American. And—eminently worthy of particularization—He is lucky, phenomenally so, says tbe Macon News. After a third of a century of waiting, opportunity came to him and quickly and heroically grasped it. He struck, the first blow of the war and delivered the finishing stroke. There is a feeling from end to end of this broad land that the achieve ments of this warrior-diplomat have not been adequately recognized by tbe administration or congress. If tbe plebiscitum were operative in this country tbe abaudoned grade of admiral would be revived without delay and the honor conferred upon tbe conqueror of Manila. The popular desire is that this shall be done. By all means let the title once held by Farragut and Porter be recreated* and let tbe chaplet adorn the brow of George Dewey—first among the heroes of the war. Free Pills, Send your address to H. E. Bucklen & Co., Chicago, and get a free sample box of Dr. King’s New Life Pills. A trial will convince you of (heir merits. These pills are easy in action and are particularly effective in the cure of Constipation and Sick Headache. For Malaria and Liver troubles they have been proved invaluable. They are guaranteed to be perfectly free from every deleterious substance and to be purely vegetable. They do not weak en by their action, but by giving tone to the stomach and bowels greatly invigorate the system. Regular size 25c per box. Sold by J. N. Hanis <fc Son and Carlisle & Ward, Druggists. FOR RENT. The store room in Odd Fellows building now occupied by G. W. Ciark <fc Son. Possession given Sept. Ist "next. Apply to either of tbe under signed. Jno L. Reid, J. C. Brooks, - W. M. Thomas. T-jbSr.-oHpit sad Sgßtke T«sr rise Awry. To quit tobacco easily end forever, be mac netlc. full of life, nerve and vigor, take Xo-To- Bae. the wonder-woiAer, that makes weak men strong. AU druggists, Wo or 51. Cure guaran teed. Booklet and sample free. Address Sterling Remedy Co.. Chicago or New York. GRIFFIN, GEORGIA, FRIDAY MORNING. AUGUBT 26. 1898. USING STAMPS AS WALL PAPER. Denver Bathroom Decorated With Over 30,000 Postal Designs. There are three very unique bath rooms in tbe United States, anffooe of them is in Denver. Usually, in this day and age, any room that enjoys special distinction is notable, primari ly, for its cost; so that these three ba‘h rooms are unique in two ways— for their decorations, and lor the fact that these decorations are inexpensive. The bath room in Denver is in the cozy home of Mr, and Mrs. Charles A. Stokes of 1470 Columbine street, and the walls and ceiling are papered with stamps. The cost of this novel wall covering did not exceed sl2 but the work of placing the stamps took just one year. Mr and Mrs. Stokes did all the work themselves Mr. Stokea did the past- J ng while Mrs. Stokes would select the stamps, soak off any paper that might be attached and help mark off the squares, for the stamps are applied in a moat elaborate design. On the walls are squares of sixteen foreign stamps, barred off with the 2 cent, brown tinted Columbian stamps. Tbe stamps on tbe inside of tbe square are from all countries, each square being of one color, either red or pink, blue, green or yellow. A frieze at tbe top of tbe wall is composed of alternate rows of one and 2-cent Columbian stamps, arranged in a conventional design. After all tbe stamps had been placed a coat of shellac was applied, which has preserved the coloring and smooth ness of the work. Os course, Mr. and Mrs.- Stokes did □ot spend all tbeir time at work on the scamps during tbe year they were adorning tbeir home, but rainy eve nings and disengaged Sundays usual* ly saw one or both of them tciling away at an occupation that was a pleasure, even though friends and neighbors always said the end would never be reached. It really was a large undertaking—perhaps a realiza tion of how large may be gained when the number of stamps used is Stated. There are over 33,000 of them on tbe walls and ceiling of that little roOm, and Mr. Stokes says that to paste 240 he had found a good three hours’ work. They were all put on with mucilage in preference to paste and have stood the wear and tear of two years’ service wonderfully well. "It was Mr Stokes’ idea,” explained Mrs. Stokes, when asked bow they ever happened to think of such an original way of furnishing their bath room. “You see,” she went on, "Mr. Stokes has always been interested in stamps, and has a private collection of between 3,000 and 4,000 varieties, and this work helped him wonderfully in learn ing to know the different kinds. We only know of two other rooms like it in Chicago and one in Philadelphia. I don’t know bow those other rooms are arranged, but lam real proud of this one.” Mr. Stokea says maybe he will do another room some time. "I rather think I shall have me a den with the walls like that some day. Some days it used to make me nervous, forever pasting up those little fellows, but when it was all done, you know, I quite missed tbe work.” The stamps are, of course, all can* celled, but they form in themselves a valuable collection, as there are so many different kinds. Since it has become so much tbe fad to specially adorn tbe bath rooms of homes, it is not unusual to hear of them all fitted out in solid silver, and there is a bath room in New York city, it is said, where gold is plentifully used, but with all these appliances of wealth, in rooms where appear rare mosaics and marbles and even onyx, tbe little bathroom all papered with stamps has certainly its own particular niche, and that niche an enviable one.—Denver Post. To Cleanse The System Effectually yet gently, when costive or bilious, or when the blood is Impure or sluggish, to permanently overcome habi tual constipation, to awaken tbe kidneys and liver to a healthy activity, without irritating or weakning them, to dispdl headaches, colds, or fevers, use Syrup o Figs. For Rent. Two tores, No. 20 and 22 Hill street Centrally located. Apply to H. W. Hassklkvsj Royal nukca the food pare. ROVM BAKING ROWOER CO., HRW YORK. —— .. I. .nu,, J.., ■ .ae War Scandals. Tbe Army and Navy Register—non political—has this to say : "Is the war to close in the scandal of politics? There ia promise of it. The authorities of this administration who are responsible for sending eigh teen regiments to PoHo Rico make no pretense that the services of these troops are needed. Tbe Order printed in another column is a tribute to tbe politicians who have successfully in terfered with so much that should have been sacred from tho spoilsman and party trickster. Tbe plane of campaigns should not have been pro faned by the touch of the heelers. One would think, were this Government ever to be operated upon the broad lines of patriotism, the occasion would assuredly be when this country was at war with a foreign power. It might naturally be inferred that then politics would be forgotten and politicians ignored. With the end of tbe war upon us and the worT of tbe army and navy practically accomplished, it is not amiss to say, in all candor,. that both politics and politicians have had tbeir influences. The quality of the one and tbe presence of the other have controlled the destinies of this nation and have governed campaigns.” THE EXCELLENCE OF STEEP OF FIGS is due not only to the originality and simplicity of the combination, but also to the care and skill with which it is manufactured by scientific processes known to the Califobnia Fig Sybup Co. only, and we wish to impress upon all the importance of purchasing the true and original remedy. As the genuine Syrup of Figs is manufactured by the California Fig Syrup Co. only, a knowledge of that fact will assist one in avoiding the worthless imitations manufactured by other par ties. The high standing of the Catt fobnia Fig Sybup Co. with the medi cal profession, and the satisfaction which the genuine Syrup of Figs has given to millions of families, makes the name of the Company a guaranty of the excellence of its remedy. It is far in advance of all other laxatives, as it acts on the kidneys, liver and bowels without irritating or weaken ing them, and it does not gripe nor nauseate. In order to get its beneficial effects, please remember the name of the Company— CALIFORNIA HG SYRUP CO. SAM FRANCISCO, C.L LOUISVILLE. Ky. HEW YORK. S. V. Wil! Be Sold I To the highest bidder for cash, before the court house door, September 6th, the hand, some twelve room residence, in West Griffin, known as the J. D. Boyd place. This place is lighted by electricity ~has electric bells, speaking tubes, water works and every modern convenience, and is located in a handsome grove of natural forest. The place contains four acres of land. Perfect titles can be given. Sold for the purpose of division among the heirs of the late Hon, J. D. Boyd, House open for inspection on Monday and Thursday mornings. Bale will be positive. A great chance to buy a beautiful home. ANNOUNCEMENT. I hereby announce myself a candidate for Aiderman from the First Ward, and If elected I promise to do what in my honest Judgment is to the good of the greatest number of tax payers, regardless of friend or foe. Yours, etc., C. HOMER WOLCOTT. » Yotir Kewek, iTkh <A.-carei*. Cnndy care con*;ipaUoa loreror. ioc,2sc. IfGC-C fall, droggisu reload moM?. n wi i i v *o m 1 Im 1 \ .... . - w “ ' I" i riirm.iow... 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[. 1 -'Tt has been just two years since we cast our lot with the people of Gnffin, and to say that We Are Pleased With Our New, Friends » and Acquaintances does not express our appreciation of the liberal pat- 1 ronage they have given us, and we will spare no pains to please them in the future. EDWARDS BROS. Ten Cents ner Week