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w B B B NA /B fl wl I B I v v B ■ B B 1 IA /B B B B B I B IB’ B ’ ’*■ B F ■ B / B I B B— Jf I I B I IB B / w B I fIIBIBBBI B I ■ a 1 ■ B B B a v B w J B 1 B I B JI / -■ >■ ' .JBk. JBL JA.JL—a w JBuJL w «JBs»Ußs«muw JBsmmMVW VoLX. No. 38. T J, M- MORRIS BUICIDEB- With * Gun He Blows the Ton of His Head Off. Mr. J. M. Morris, a well iodo farm* er living Are miles from Jackson, committed suicide yesterday afternoon by blowing the top of his bead off w jtb a double Barrel shot gun. No other particulars of the unfortu nate affair could be learned last night. Mr. Morris was a brother of Prof. J. H. M irris, of Orchard Hill,* and Mr. A. L. Morris, superintendent of Spalding county's poor farm. Prof. Morris was in this city last night and was seen by a Call report* er, but he could furnish no additional information. He said the first he knew of the killing was through a telephone message from A. L Motris, telling him to prepare to join him and go to their brother’s borne, as he bad just killed himself. Prof. Morris was of the opinion that his brother killed himself while in a fit of despondency caused by financial troubles. He had been worried a great deal for several mouths trying to settle up an estate. The deceased was forty years of age and loaves • wife and two children. . Outrageous Situation. The situation in Mississippi is such that it is no wonder the Washington Post should have been led into saying: "We do not recall either in experience or in reading, a more hideous and re* volting spectacle than that presented by the state of Mississippi today. There are instances of communities panic stricken by some dreadful visits tion. There are instances of neighbor hoods ravaged by an inoessate terror and their populations abandoning themselves to a degrading superstition But tbs spectacle of an entire com mon wealth, here at the close of the nineteenth century, reverting to pri meval conditions, repudiating law, obliterating government, trampling humanity and civilization under foot, forgetting pity, mercy, morals and Christianity—this spectacle has not been even approached in the history of modern times. “Imagine, if you can, an entire state relegated to anarchy,lts governmental machinery destroyed, its chief execu* tire a fugitive, its offices closed, its functions paralyzed, its people seized by a brutal frenzy of terror towns in arms against one another, villages at war with their neighbors, every man's hand against all men, the sick and helpless left to take care of themselves and the medical officials of the slate actually contributing to this carnival of barbarism by standing up in public places and shrieking, "Flee, flee ; hide yourselves, abandon your homes, your duties, your courage, and your consci ences!” Only a few days ago Missies* ippi towns were quarantining them selves against the wide, wide world. Fugitives were warned off at the the shot gun. RsilroaO trains, if permitted to move at all, had to go through the state with the care hermelrically sealed The homeless and forlorn were huddled like beasts. A stricken tramp took refuge in a barn and was burned in a crisp by those who set fire to his biding place. Every stranger was a suspect, Every sick person was a criminal. Now, with the yellow fever among them— that bugaboo of ignorance and super* stition which laughs at cordons and treats shotguns as so many idle toys— now Mississippi tells her own people to become wanderers and refuges; to go forth and seek the mercy which she denied to every one, and to brave the cruel barbarism of which only a few days ago, they were the most pitiless exemplars. "No word of ours can do even par* tial justice to this frightful, inconceiv* able situation. No such absolute ex* tinction of civilisation hgjubccurred in the century. And alltSis in a state of whose official representatives last win* ter proclaimed eheir repudiation of Federal interference in the matter of quarantiue, boastfully paraded their ability to take care of themselves, and imprudently declared that their eci* ence, their courage, their experience and their wisdom were more thaw equal to any demand that yellow fever oould make upon them I” That Joyful Feeling With the exilarating sense of renewed health and strength and internal cleanli ness, which follows the use of Syrup of Kgs Is unknown to the few who have not progressed beyond the old time‘medicines and the cheap substitutes sometimes offer ed but never accepted by the well-inform ed. . B. L- BERNER TO BE COLONEL- Major Spence Will "bo Lieutenant Colonel Third Regiment- The Atlanta Journal of yesterday publishes the following appointments made by Governor Atkinson, to fill va oaneies in the Third Georgia regi ment: Robert L. Berner will eucceed Judge Jobnß. Candler as colonel of the Third Georgia regiment, adß Major R. E. L. Spence, the senior msjor, will be made lieutenant coloneL Major Mar cus W. Beck will become eenior msjor and some gentleman not yet named will be appointed major. Two captains and four lieutenants were made today by promotion. Governor Atkinson today made the following appointments and promo tions in the Third regiment: Joseph E. Pottje to be captain, vice A. V. Sanford resigned C. E. Gilbert to be captain, vice W. E. Sanders deceased. Max E, Land to be first lieutenant, vice Gilbert promoted. W. P. Clarke to be first lieutenant, vice Joseph E. Pottle promoted. Tilden Adamson to be second lieu tenant, vice Max E. Land promoted. Edgar P. Guinn to be second lieu tenant, vice W. P. Clarke promoted. The governor has wired the war de partment today asking prompt advice of the acceptance of Colonel Candler’s resignation in order that be may without delay fill the vacancy thus created. He today announced hie intention to appoint Mr, Berner to the colonelcy of the regiment with the other promotions indicated above. The captains and lieutenants men tioned have been appointed. THE OLYMPIC OPENS With Al G- Field’s Minstrels on Next Tuesday Night, October 25th Among our callers this week was tb« popular "Bill” Boyd, who is ahead of Al G. Field’s Minstrels. "Bill” io I one of the best in the business, having iad a variety of experience in hand ling everything in tbe show line from a dog circus to an Italian grand opera company, and made a success of all. He was with Barnum & Bailey and 7orepaugb, for years, Buffalo Bill, "Shenandoah” and other attractions, lie knows tbe show business from tbe center pole to footlight. Mr. Boyd goes shead of tbe Great est Minstrels now on the road, which ia Al G Field’s, and our theatre going people will be delighted to know this. The Olympic will no doubt be packed from pit to dome at tbe opening next Tuesday. Tickets will be put on sale today at the Reeves Pharmacy Co., so go early and secure your seats Death of John Brooks- Mr. John Brooks, a prosperous planter living in Butts county, died yesterday morning at tbe ripe old age of 84 years. Mr. Brooks lived in this county un til a few years since, and was a Mason of high standing. He will be buiied with Masonic honors today and several of tbe fra ternety from this city will attend the funeral. ■ H' ■■ Discovered By a Woman- Another great discovery has been made, and that too, by a lady in this country. "Disease fastened its clutches upon her and for seven years she with stood its severest tests, but her vital organs were undermined and death seemed imminent. For three months she coughed incessantly, and could not sleep. She finally discovered away to recovery, by purchasing of us a bot tle of Dr. King’s New Discovery for Consumption, and was so much re lieved on taking first dose, that she slept all night; and with two bottles, has been absolutely cured. Her name is Mrs Luther Lils,” Thus writes W. C. Hammock A Co., of Shelby, N. C. Trial bottles free at J. N Harris & Son’s and Carlisle A Ward's Drug Store. Regular size 50c and SIOO. Every bottle guaranteed. Cons ederate Scout Tonieht- The Rev. L M. Lyle, pastor cl the Methodist church of Senoia, will de liver the second lecture of the Han leiter Epworth League’s course for this season at Hanleiter church to night at 7:30 o’clock. Subject: The Experience of a Confederate Scout. No charge for admission. Confederate Veterans and U. 8. Volunteers spec ially invited. Everybody welcome. GRIFFIN, GEORGIA, THURSDAY MORNING, OCTOBER 80,1888. MO DELAY BEYOND DEC- Ist- This Government Will Insist Ob Spaniards Leaving Cuba- Washington,Oct. 19 Reports from Paris are that the Spanish commis sioners are attempting to wheedle the Americano into an agreement to de clare against their sovereignty over Cuba, and from Havana of the tem porising attitude of the evacuation commisaionera aroused a great deal of internet in official circles today. The state department io fully informed of the progress of ths negotiations and will allow no deviation of the plan not to permit sovereignty over Cuba to be passed upon by the peace commission until the protocol question is settled, and then the Spanish commissioners will bo told in effect that it io none bl their busineaa whether Cuba remains under the control of the United States or its own inbabitanta. The situation in Havana is of the greater moment and it haa been de cided that no delay beyond December lot will be tolerated. If the Spanish troops have not evacuated by then the United States will place troops In Havans and in all the principal towns. While it is believed the Spaniards will recede from their attitude, if they should offer an armed reaietance, they must fight the American troops. There has never been any question hero as to the statue of municipal and other Iccsl obligations based upon tbe Cuban assets. As the proceeds Os the bonds issued by the municipalitiss have presumably gone to the benefits of the localties, it has never been con tended here for an inalant that these obligations should be repudiated. Whatever may be tbe outcome of tbe negotiations relative to the general debt, Cuba’s bonds, municipalities snd such securities will retain their va lidity. Tbe proposition allegtd to have been made yesterday by tbe Spanish commissioners to surrender to tl& United States tbe entire Philippine group rather than that Spain be held responsible for tbe Cuban debt, did not take tbe officials here by surprise. It was recognized immediately as tbe only other phase of the Spanish effort to connect the Philippines with Cuba in some way in tbe negotiations. Stats of Ohio, City of Tolbdo, ) u Lucas County. j Fbank J. Chbnby makes oath that he ia the eenior partner of the firm ot F. J. Chbnby <fc Co., doing business in the City of Toledo, County and State aforesaid, and that said firm wifi pay the sum of ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS for each and ev ery case of Catarrh that cannot be cured by the use of Hall’s Catabrh Cube. FRANK J. CHENEY. Sworn to before me and subscribed in my presence, this 6th day of December, A. D., 1886. . ( —a— » A. W. GLEASON. ( SEAL J —Notary Public. Hall’s Catarrh Cure is; taken internally and acts directly on the blood and mucous surfaces of the system. Send for testimo nials, free. F. J. CHENEY & CO., Toledo, O. Sold by Druggists, 75c. Hall’s Family Pills are the best.' The Nomineea. Tbe city executive coremitUe met at 11 o'clock yesterday morning for the purpose of declaring the result of Tuesday’s primary. The managera presented tbe returns, showing a unanimous vote for Capt. David J. Bailey far aiderman from tbe fourth ward. Tbe following were declared to bo the nomineea for tbe election to be hold tbs first Wednesday in December: Mayor—W. D. Davie. Aiderman first ward—J. H. Smith. Aiderman second ward—M. J. Pat rick. Aiderman third ward—H. (3. Burr. Aiderman fourth ward—David J. Bailey. Clerk and Treaaursr-wThos. Nall. CASTOR IA For Infiuita tad Children. Dm KM Ym Hm Almjs Bm(M Beans the . TT* SigMtaro of Buklon'a Antes lalvo- THE BEST BALVE in the world for Cute, Bruisea, Sorea, Ulcers, Salt Rheum Fever Sores, Tetter, Chapped Hands, Onktefac.amTM.snd all Skin Eruptions, and positively cures PUee, or no pay re quired. It is guaranteed to give perfect satisfoctlon or money refunded. Price 26 cents per box. For sale by J. N. Harris A Son and Carlisle ft Ward. Rajvl vakMtlMfoX f«M, rownm MOYM BAKtNtt POWDCB ©O«| NBW IfOWL fe:: , i 1 —== A Dog Deserter. "Maybe you remember Harry, Troop K’a shepherd dog? Well, people who saw us drill at the horse show last fall do, lor the dog took part in the drill and created quite a email sensation by tbe way he obeyed the commands given the men. Harry went to Tampa and from there to Santiago with tbe men. He stayed with the troop alter we landed until the day we got in the fight on San Juan bill. Then be dis appeared. Three hours after ws bad been engaged one of tbe wounded men from K saw tbe dog back in the creek, lying in tbe water, where be was pro tected by a high bank. Overhead tbe bullets were whistling, and every time a Shell or shrapnel eame whistling and hissing by ho crouched lower in the water. Next day, when fighting was over, he came back on tbe firing line within an hour after the fl«g of truce was seen. If that wa«n’t a case of deserting in the face of the enemy I ddn’t know it. When tbe fighting was resumed again he disappeared and did not get back until tbe armistice was declared—St. Louie Globe-Democrat. IE EXCELLENCE OF SWOPFWS 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 Cauvobnia 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 Cali fornia Fig Syrup Co. with the medi cal profession, and the satisfaction which the genuine Syrup of Figs haa given to millions of families, makes the name of the Company a guaranty of the excellence of ita remedy. It is far in advance of all other laxatives, as it acta 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 ot the Company— CALIFORNIA HG SYRUP CO. SAX FBANCEaCO, CaL LOUUVILLR. By. , NSW Yens, X.Y. For Salo. The Hughes place, 2 miles north of Gris fin; good 5-room house, big barn.bermuda' pasture, etc.. 67 1-2 acres of land. Easy terms. A. 8. Blakb. NOTICE I Parties owing us are requested to come in and make immediate settle ment. Otherwise the accounts will be placed with our attorney for collection. Office at Colo’s warehouse, J. J. Elder A Sons. FOR RENT~ The store room in Odd Fellows building now occupied by G. W. Clark A Son. Possession given Sept, let next. Apply to either of tbe under signed. Jno. L. Reid, Z ' J. C. Brooks, y W. M. Thomas. BrerybeSy Seyv Be. Jascareta Cand v Cathartic, the skms won derful medical discovery of tbe ego, pleas ant and refreshing to the taste, act gently and positively on kidneys, liver and bowels, cleansing the entire system, dispel colds, core headaobe, fever, habitual constipation and biliousness. Please buy and tty a box of C. C.C. todd>; 10,». 60cents, tfoidand guaranteed to cure by all draggMa. R.F. StricklandX Co. —(flfrmw—smi i„ „ ; A SHOE SELLING IS ONE OF OUR PET DEPARTMENTS. THOUSANDS OF MOST PROMINENT CITIZENB WILL BEAR US OUT IN THIS STATEMENT. OUR SHOES ARE KNOWN FAR AND NEAR TH ROUGHOUT THIS SECTION i < fl For Style, jt B For Quality, iAI v For Low Prices, L wiwonon We have no competition. Doing the largest retail Shoo trade in thio moy tion enables ua to keep our stock fresh and np to date. Ladies’ Lace Shoes, silk topa, patent tips or kid tips. Ladies’Button Shoes, cloth tops, patent tips or kid tips. Ladies’ Hand Turn Shoot, ktt tips or pat ent tips. Ladles’ Extension Sole Sheet, kid tips or patent tips. Ladies’Con- grass Shoa, opera and common sense toa*. Old Ladles’Soft Shoes. OUR 19.00, ZEIGLER LIADI* for Ladim and Miautevethe style, effisetand war ing qualities of other dealers’ $8 Shoes. Try a pair and be convinced. Heel or Spring Heel. Laced or Batton. Light or Heavy. Cbockolate or Black. Pointed or Wide Toes. Cloth or Kid Top. Shoa for Men. Shoa tor Children. Shoa for Boys. Shoa for Infants. Felt Shoa for Ladles. Felt Sbnet for Man. R. F. STRICKLAND & (XL ' HOME DEWING MACHINE. K a JtXAXUnt IT BEFORE YOU PURCHASE ANY OTHER. I’EBFECT SATISFACTION GUARANTEED. NEVER GETS * OF ORDER. FOR SALE A CTW _ J. H. HUFF, - 24 Hill Street ’W’-T 3 . HOB3SEE. COOL WEATHER ITEMS Ladies fur Capes worth |5, at $8.75. Ladies Astrakan fur trimmed Capes worth at $2.75. Ladies cloth plain Capes worth at (KL2S. Ladies pretty black fur trimmed Capes worth $2.50, at $2. Ladies pretty black fur collar Capes worth $2, at $1.50. ladies Under Vesta worth 35c., at 25c. The 50c, kind at 85c. Ladies Union Suite worth 75c. and sl, at 50c Mens Undershirts worth 25c. at 18c; woith 50c. at 4Cc; worth 75c. at 50c Mens Overshirte worth 60c. at 40c; 75c. and 85c. kind at 50c. We have some handsome Rugs at Get Prices. II 30x60 fine Smyrna Rags worth $8.50, at $2.75. 26x54 fine Smyrna RugsWßxth $2.75. at $2.25. We have a few extra large 6-4 Cheneill Table Covers worth $1.60. ZNECKWEAR. AND HOSIERY. II Puff Scarfs worth 50c. at 85c. Fancy and black Scarft and Ties worth 50c. and 60c., at 40c. Fancy Scarfs and Four in Hands worth 80c. and 85c., at 18c. All kinds and styles of mens club and boys Windsor Ties at cut prices. Ladies black, ton and fancy Hose worth 25c., 85c. to 405., at 20c. pair. Ladies black ribbed and plain Hose worth 15c. and 20c., at lie. pair, and some values in mens goods to see is to buy. Quality and price are the two levers by which we intend to merit and obtain your patronage. W. P. HORNE. EDWARDS BROS., 39 HILL. STREET. (O> Any one in need of Fine Shoes HO cannot afford not to see our 'M stock of Gents Fine shoes, up to . ‘ date styles at the low price of $2.98. The above are high grade goods. Ladies Kid Gloves, black and H tan, every pair warranted at" zO ■ EDWARDS BROS. '.. . j Ten Cents per Week