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:v THE " MOST GOODS FOR THE LEAST MONEY ! « -to;--- . E. R. ANTHONY’S DRUG 8TORE, HEADQUARTERS FOR DRUGS, MEDICINES, CHEMICALS, PAINTS, OILS, TARNISHES! ETC. Ton<,,A ' par physicians’ Irwerlptlon* accurately coicponded, day or nlpbt. - Don’t Buy Until You Find out the New IMPROVE¬ MENTS. Mp eg/’-' : ■ ' middleman's W PROFITS. • ttjTSENDFOR CATALOGUE. ' “ J. P. Stevens & Bro. 47 Whitehall St., ATLANTA, SA. m TOYS ! We have a large stock of Toys which we propose ” to sell cheaper than anybody. Come to see us when you get ready to buy. C» W. Clark 4k Son. Urlffln, Ha., Dec. 14. BP mim tmatt at »<>•$» 11 A fragrant! Lotting! the Lead Log Price *5 CU. asaraurg-uj.’ 'SoM at DrnwtsU. LAXAPOB^g^ Cum llotr Complaint, Cottlonnn Afnotient, Atdrugglnti. 2to. Df BULL’S GOUGH SYRUP Lt -)LS COUGHS & COLDS TOR 25C »1' Salvation Oil Em Prico only 2t Ctl. Sold by dl irugglsU. Will relieve Rheumatism, Neuralgia, dwellings Bruises,Lumbago,Sprains, Burns, Headache, Toothache, Sores, Cuts, Scalds, Backache, Wounds,&c. u lANQl'S PLUGS. Tht Great Tobacco An- CM ™ tldotol—Price 10 its. At all druggist* Small talk ia the small change of life; there is no getting on without it. Them are time* whan a little nonacnce is very palatable, and gravity nud aedatontss ought to be kicked down stairs, A pbj Umopher outs apoorfignroin the % hall room unless he leaves his wisdom at home, We have met with men who ware too lofty lor small talk. They wore above such trifling; in other words they were above making themselves agreeable, above pleaniug, and above being pleased. The world is made up of trifle*-, and ho who can triiia elegaut ly and gracefully is uti acquisition to mau kind. lie is a Corinthian column in the structure of society. House to Rent Oa Broadway.joiniag Court House lot. Good niue room comfortable bonaa. Will rent all or one half of it. mkb. S. W, Loom. dl3tf. Straight Pole Wood. 500 loads at $1,00 a load. Bring or sand she money if you want the wood, B. P. Blanton Sc Co. Tax Collector’s Notice. I ana compelled to close my bosks on the IfOth of December, an<l every tax payer should come up Patrick promptly. I will >e at my office at and Brook’s store every day until the 30th. J. W. Tkavis, T. C. . “The President’s Bile” la u far ahead of any other floor in the market as Mrs Cleveland herself ia above all competition in rank and beauty. Its popularity is shown by tbe fact that its sale is not confined to a few, but it is sold by every i.eal in Griffin. Re sure and order “The President's Wife.” seplfid3m ’ROUN D ABOUT. Manor* r«M.niM *«<• «*» oral Vow. CAoi.lp. A SWAP. He gazed so long and earnestly, Such compliments be paid, I thougt he wished to latter me - Poor, nusospecting maid. Tie praised my raven tresaaa’ red bee, My Ups called cherries And thought my eyes were heavenly bine. At leaat., that’s what he said. Ha leaned ao close, he spoke so low, I’m sure that no one heard; He seemed to wish that 1, you know, Should take him at his word »o when he whispered, sweot as wine- And very near iiis head— “I wish that all these charms were mine !" “They are all years,” I said. W. F. Childs, of Zebulon, was iu tb<^ city yesterday, G. W, Tyus, of Mituer, wss iu the city yesterday. Miss Alien Moore, of Hcneia, was in the city yesterday, O. A. Sieger, of Zobulon, spout yes terday iu the city. G. W. Fnlford, of Sunny Side, visited the City yesterday. William Quick, of Fayettville, w.s in the city yesterday, J. D. Touchstone, of Zetells, w»i in the city yesterday. J. W. Baughu, of Flat Shoals, waa iu the city ycat srday. Miss Ida Gray, of Sunny Side, visit cki the city yesterday. It, J, Wo atari, of Jaukiasburg, was iu the city yosteiday. Miss M. A. Bteger, of Zebulou, visii cd the city yesterday. Andrew Dunbar, of Brooks Station^ was iu the city yesterday. Miss Fauna Malaier, of Suauy Side, visited tho city yesterday. Airs. W. J. Lynch, of Brooks Station, was in the city yesterday. Miss Jeumo Brewer, of Sunny Side, spout yisteulay in the eity. Col. Emmett Womack was ru the city yesterday on a visa to friends. M. E. Tliorntou, a prominent citizen of Uniouville, was in tbs city yesterday A. C. Collins and wife, of Trimble, Ala., spent yesterday widi friends in the city. Misses Mollis and Ossie Lynch, of Bro. ks Station, visited the city Tester day. Capt. Walter Smith, of Locust Grore > mingled with his Urilliu fneuds yester day. Miss Virginia Travis, a charming young lady of Fayetteville, spent yester duy iu the city. Five paupers were received at the poor house yesterday, They were from Line Creek district. Misses Touie and Loutie Ford, two charming youug ladies of Zebulon, wsra slioppiug iu the city yesterday. W M. Nenill, of Beilefouutame, Ohic, artuved in the city yesterday to visit his friend Dr. N, D. LoFevro, of East Spalding R. W. Champion gave a very pleasant supper to a number of friends at the Ar cade luat nigh'. Rube never does any thing by halves. lames M. Head came m from Allan ta yesterday aud is visiting ralalivas Dsar the city. Jim expects to be a full tfedged M. D. soon. Catarrh originates m scrolulous ta mt Hood’s Sarsaparilla parities the blood, and thn* permanently catarrh. * cures 1 M New Crop Raisins CURRANTS AND CITRON. All Kinds Luxuries Arriving Daily for the Holidays. H8H, ROE. )r*s Sell Raising Buckwheat * zsi MAPLE SYRUP. BLAKKLT. SOME OBSERVATIONS About Christmas Presents and Kin- dred Sub jeets. Auy amount of pretty thing* can be found in the stores just now. Each day see* llie accumulation of Christmas gift treasures grow larger. A. tour of the establishments that dial in brif-a-bra •, jeweiry, p, esious stones ami metals will disclose arti cles numerous enough to make in their description u catalogue uu wieldly to band.*, A leading local dealer in jewels ruy* that the trade in cl amends and other precious stun s l* very gooJ this season. The inhabitants of the city re beginning to realize tin*, thsj can get these U>i»>g8 in U s uiHiku without going to ihe Northern as well as Eisteru cilirs. Colored stones, such as rubier, sapphire*, emeralds, topazes are more frequently purchased tbao formerly, and make their vaiying tints when combined some remarka bly pretty adornment*. -* * * The line of gifts < flared by the hook stores is unusually large and attractive. Tbs old-fashioned holiday gift-book has died out, but has given place to one which can bestow equally as much delight and is in season all the year round. The stories of holiday ghost*, ringing chime*, mistletoe, leaves and Christ eras trees have been losing favor- But the whz/lo world of poetry aud romanco aud imagination has been to find subjects which de¬ the old and the young, and as the greatest urtiets of the do not deem it beneath them to the design fer a piano, a fire or a piece of drapery, *o their are called upon to illustrate of ehildlife or calendars, or master works of Shahspeare, of and Tennyson. The result that each succeeding Christmas productions issuing from the press that are not only things of beauty but make us acquainted with versv and song that the world will not lot willingly dio. The purchaser will find it hard to make on* selec tion better than another from the variety offered. * •* * Dresses are, perhaps, not to a great extent mads the mraus of con¬ voying Christmas congratulations, but cert duly no thought occupies greater prominence in the cob versa lion* of the gentle sex. It is said that if a half dozen ladies, more or less, are seen talking together in a parlor, street car or elsewhere, the chance* are ten to one that dre»* claim* a large share of the conversa tion. Consequently any new da pariura in dress, style or material i* • fit to excite tome interest in their minds. The supply of dres* good* now on tho market is interesting, whether extraordinary or not. On* of the most imporUnt exhibits in this lino is the stock of iaces, which is large and probably better design ed than last year. * • * Good authority says^that the d* ruand is increasing for this line of goods, For the d*laetatiou of our society bells in* offered film*, seduc live tulle* iu all imaginable sbadss and tints; stbuisl nets coveretl with blossoms and various gauzy, delicate eovsied creations of French gotnus Critic* say tb« beauty u«d tfl\etiv» i.es* of tins* fabric*., for evening wear hare nev»r been surpassed, and iu conjunction with the rich and ever popular lace flouncing*, from a varie ty from which tbs most fastidious uiay chosi. Real lace* hold their own, •specially for wedding toilettes, for tvliat bride feels that her outfit is complete without loiue p int or Dui'hesse lace. Bridal ae irfs in a combinntii n of the two are popular. Valenciennss is always popular with of fine lace aud is nsver out h!vie. Ths black thread with flouncing* is moat popular all purposes taken together.. d’ Angluterre and AUneon* ais j and chased by those ' styles are put have * large uniouBt of money di*f ose of Torchon and Medici* used greatly iu trimming and For fancy neckwair te Oriental and Breton lace* ar# Pretty holiday present** will of lac* embroidered hand which are vary popular; range in price prom ?3 to $-15 dozen. A celebrated artist in town ha* just a new sign, it ieaJ»: Uss Laxa the gold ru remedy for all liver diseases. Price 25 ceut*. —- I T. A. Barnes aud Walter fowuts af ter spending some time in vSenma refu | geeing f om the yellow fever were 1» the city yesterday sad, leave for their home in Jacksonville, Fia , t day. Where HapiM 1 *** ** Fwm4. Where is iiappineos found? In the dictionary, aud in tfaeuaeol Dr. Bigger* Huoki*>berry Cordial, which saves so amah pain and anxiety in relieving the little ones from teethiDg and cholera in reah Cahe Every your your orders orders with wl us—they will be tilled hy Mrs. Ida Judkins. ilklns. Best Line of Cigars In the city. ty. Call aud we will save you money, J. H. Keith &Co G E O E. PRICE. J. P. FOSTER. Price & Poster, -DEALERS IN- Shoes, Upper and Sole Leather, French and American Calf Skins, Shoe Findings, ftc. Means’ and W. U. Douglas’ $3 Shoes a Specialty. y.i Marietta Street. ATLANTA, f * A. W Special attention given to visitors or orders from Griffin and vioiliity >>y Mr. octlwa*w<Jm THEY ASK THE QESTION IS IT AND HOW IS IT THAT H. White, Ji„ £ Ct. SOLO SO MANY GOODS THE PAST MONTH ? J. H. , White Jr., Co. Answer hy saying its because they keep the BEST STOCK OF CLOTHING, HATS, SHOES, ETC:, IN THE CITY, AND SELL THEM For A Smaller Profit THAN THE SAME GOODS CAN BE BOUGHT ELSEWHERE. Their entire stock was bought from first hands and why should,they not sell CHEAP T Respectfully, J. II. WHITE, JIL, & CO. R,ulh KE©r© I 200 December Fashion Sheets to Give Away I A WRITING PAD FOlf A PENNY. New Line Stationery. Beautiful Wall Paper and Window Shades. Pianos, Organs and Musical Instruments at Bottom Prices. BRAWNER, DEANE & CO., GRIFFIN,..... GKORGIb The Finest Darin Griffin Is undoubtedly their tliat of Scherer with & best Braass. of They arc elegantly in their line, fittad up, and tine are Whiskies, prepared to serve customers the everything such as Wines, liter, Cigars, Jcc. The best Country Corn \Vhisky at the lowest possible prices. JSfF Call upon them if yon want THE BEST LIQUOR IN TOWN. deoiVwlin Gents Watches, in Nickel, Silver and Gold. Ladies Watches, in Nickel, Silver aud Gold. Fitted with Elgin, Waltham, Rockford Iu all the Latest Designs movements. and Warranted to bo as Represented. All the Latest Styles iu Ladies and Geuis Plain Gold Rings. In alt sizes. Watch Chains in, Gold Silver and Plated. Set Rings in Diamonds, Rubys, Cameos, Call aud Examine. and Initial settings. The Largest Selection of Watches, Diamonds and Jewclery ever brought to Griffin. K2- AT P. PAIILE, SR’S„ 52 HILL STREET Brought Him to Time. I w.s g*ttiag prtitv »6av th« end of leap war, aud Amarantiiy waa be coming agitated. Charlie, she said with a sigh. *• *he raised her aior* frizzes from ths • boulder of hi* T»wk»bnry mills all wool ca»*itu*r* four buttoned cut* wtr, l’vo thought of s conundrum. Why areyoi like gre*n corn T I don’t know, I’m suab, Amaran tL a —oh, it’s b*caus« I’m so sweet. No, replied Am&rautha, whoa* edu cation was complete at the Atbons of America; it is because no degree of warmth causes you suddenly fo expand into a desiderated ceuce. Then there was silence for the • pace of several minute* while the • ignificancft of tke answer was work is.g its way through his u*rv* een tar* i .0 ' ir i c apital vacancy, and then he popped,—bpriugfield Union. Au infallible sign of phys.e&l decay is rieepleseuees; if this is dangerous childhood. iu au adult, it is deadly iu early Dr. Bull’s baby Syrup will always assist comforting the baby. Price 25. Acute rheumaotism is an inflammation the joints, marked by pain, heat and With these sympton* pain apply Oil, the great cure at Price 25. Whither We Are Drifting AJ.ireJ lienuhrer (... tte.er.- hence) “Pa, as l came upataira f ter 0**^ good light to Mr. i f,|] # * |„ t crening, I saw you ibe head of the atair* in your dress gown aud slipper* ” Pa- V-e-*, ay dear. I “Well, it waa nearly m.dn.gfat^nd think you ought to remenib-r that of your age need a great; of sleep.”—{Philadelphia Re aord, THERE IS A TIME For All Thtiigs. m Scheuerman & White DECLARES THIS TO BE THE PROPER TIME TO BUY HEAVY WINTER GOODS. COLD WEATHER HAS BEEN TARDY Iii putting* in its appearance, but Seheuer- man & White have not been tardy in reduc¬ ing prices on all woolen stulfs. Overcoats Must \ Too many on hand and we need the money. Christ, mas is nearly hesr, and if low prioes will do it we Will not have an Overcoat on hand by January 1st. Will suffer too. Nothing in our clothing department will be spared. Competition will say this is all non¬ sense, but come, see for yourself. PRICES WILL TALK. Woolen Dress Goods Will meet the same fate. This line of our business is complete in every particular, we have been unusu ally successful with our Dress Goods this season and would have no trouble in selling our whole stock at present prices, but we delight In LOW PRICES. WE DELIGHT IN PLEASING OUR CUSTOMERS, and our cut prices for the balance of this season, can not fail to please e very one. JAGRETS, NEWMARKETS, MOJESKAS. The largest stock of Wraps, both long and short, in Middle Georgia. Our prices speak for themselves. It is only neccssarA to show our wraps themselves. and give our “ent prices” on them and they sell -w- FLANNELS, BLANKETS, LAP ROBES* All reduced, to klose out hy end of season. Carpets and Rugs! Body Brussels, Tapestry Brussels, Three-Plys, Extra Supers, Ingrains. All made and Put down free of cost to the customer. We guarantee a lit, we guarantee our prices, we guarantee the quality to be equal to any in the world, ★ “STRIKE WHILE THE IRON IS HOT." ★ 11 you are wise you will not longer delay, but make yonr | purchases at once. khanai AM Married. Frank M. Smith, of Pomona, waa united in marriage to Mis* Mi*nie Vasque,of Vineyard, at tho residence of ihe bride's unde W. VV. Grant, near East Point, Wednesday at 3.30 o’clock p, ru. Col. Jokn P. Hunt at tended the wedding, the bride being Ins tieice, and reports a iplendid tirn*. The News extends congratu lation* to the newly wedded couple. *AKlH c POWDER Absolutely Pure. 5--B economical than the ordinary kinds, mod can “f ^ {££ IhmtwwlahL aiumo? ph^pi!!. te Fowden. (told ml n can.. Borax. Boxjwo Pownaa Co., 10b Wall Street, New York ofci-d.Vwlv tot) onlnon l.t or «tt vaet ^CONSUMPTIVE ____ _______ Hr.?*« ywSST Tka i«y. <«i i|^i {Ta j**'