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We candidly confe** that wo are a little disappointed at the opening of the Decern*
bcrtrade, and have about deckled that the bent way to do Is “to take the bull by the
horns,” or, Iq other words, In order to convert our goods Into money, offer them at such
price* aa will make you forget the existing stringency of money. This we propose to do,
and from now until Januajy the
lalntendedto wake up the natives. Dress go vis will bo sacrl flood! Trimmings to bo
sacrificed 1 We have a few allk patterns, both In colors and blanks, with imignlflcent
matched trimmings, which ara lb be sacrlflced, (would make a nick present for Christ
mas.)
• • A few moro Novelty Hirits to be Sacrificed!
Flannels to be Haeriflced!
Gloves and Ribbons to be Haeriflced!
Corsets to be cleaned out!
Casslmers and Jeans to be closed out! *
Shoes to be Haeriflced! Wraps to be Haeriflced! Underwear to be Hoc rifle 11 •
Gent's Furnishings to be Haeriflced! Fine Dress Suits to be Haeriflced.
Business Suits to be Haeriflced! 2K> Hoys Suits to be Haeriflced!
150 Overcoats to be Haeriflced! Will sell you $10.0) Overcoat for $7.00.
Overcoats worth $12.00 for $*.50. $8.00 Overcoats for 15.00.
Overcoats worth $15, to $18 going at $12.50. Damasks otid Spreads to be Sacrificed.
50 pr. Blankets will be sacrlflced! Towels and Napkins to be Sac rifleed!
Hosiery to be Sacrlflced!
Another Invoice of those black 25c stocklngsjuit rocelyed. This will bo,tho last lot
of these goods we’ll have, as the price on them has been Advanced.
1 MY MIL IfflU
Early In thoscaEon wo had an order for several pieces of carpet, but the delay In
freights “knocked us out” and the carpets are now on our hands, the party having
dered elsewhere. We have no earthly use for them, and if you want a flno velvet brute
sols carpet worth $1.25 a yard for 75c, we havejust three rolls which you can buy at this
price, but for cash only. First callers will be able to secure a bargain, the like of, which
may never occur again. #
Fresh Lot
New Country Syrup.
New Buckwheat Flour.
New Graham Flour.
New Oat Meal.
New Cracked Wheat.
New Currauta.
New Citron.
New Raisins.
Our Cheese Is the best.
Our Butter is the best made.
Our Canned Fruits are the best.
Our Canned Vegetables are fine.
Try our Gold Brand Haras.
Try our Star Brand Hams.
VVe keep tlie best stock of Fancy
Groceries iu Southwest Georgia
Call on us.
Joiner & Nicholson
COTTON MARKET.
Wo have quite a line of articles suitable for the purpose, and will have them all In
shape In duo time. Look out for a big “ad” In next Hundny’s Issue of this paper
TIIREEROLLH OF CARPET TO BE HACRIFICKD! Call at the
% JIM & GO.
Proprietors of the Lowest Prico Hons in Southwest Georgia.
jpy Wo respectfully hut earnestly request a settlement of accounts due us.
ANNOUNCEMENTS.
FOR NAYOR.
The friends of Hon. John B. Felder nre
authorised to announce him as a candi
date for the offlco of Mayor, subject to the
action of the Democratic primary.
The friend* of Hon. P. H. Wilma mo
nounce him as a candidate for Mayor of
the City of Amerlcus, subject to the Demo
cratic nomination on Thursday next,
FOR ALDERMAN.
The fNeudaof TIIOH. A. GRAHAM an
nounce him us a candidate for Alderman,
at the ensuing election, subject to the pri
mary election.
The following gentlemen have consented
to serve as Aldermen If elected by the
Democratic primary to be held on Thurs
day next. J. A. Davenport,
J. E. Bivins,
W. K. Wheatley.
FOB CLERK AND TREASURER."
Clerk and Treasurer « f the City of Vinurl*
cus,subject to the Democratic municipal
primary* " *'
D. K. Brinson.
FOR TAX COLLECTOR.
The friend* of HENRY B. DAVI8 an-
nounce him as a cundidate for Tax Collect
or, subject to Dome cratic primary.
W. D. BAILEY
IS STILL IN TDK KINO.
/
The rush of full trade has par
alyzed my stock somewhat, just
as my low prices havo
I hereby announce myself a candidate
for the office of Tax Collector ctf Hunt ter .
county, for the next two ensuing years. 1
•** J * subject to the action of 1 he
iary,lfoue!s held,
ipectfully, John Bins.
My candidacy is subj<
Democratic primary,
Respeetfu
J. R. DUNN
Announces himself a candidate for the of
fice of Tax Collector of Humter county, at
the ensuing January election, subject to
action of primary election.
Dce.fi, 1
After having spent thirty-five of the best
years of my life with the good people of
the county, 1 hereby announce myself a
candidate for the office of Tax Collector
subject to the Democratic nomination.
HTKPIIKN W. HMALL.
We are authorised to announce Mr. P. V*
WESSON as a candidate for Tax Col
lector. subject to the Democratic party pri
nt try. If any la held.
COMPETITORS,
AMERICUS, Oa., Dec. ts, 1890,
Following is the numbei of hales
of cotton received up to date
this city:
Received to-day
Received previously 40,
Total 46.H87
We quote:
Good Middling, 0
Middling 8>
Low Middling
Market quiet.
I have a house for rent to-day.
Call quick. Lott Warren.
There never was a remedy that
gave so good satisfaction always
Dr. Bull’s Worm Destroyers. Phy
sicians recommend them.
For Assault to Murder.
J. K. Brock, of Ashburu, was ar
rested here yesterday on charge
assault with Intent to murder. The
occurreueo leading to the arrest
took place a few days since. Brock
was lauded in jail last night, and
will be carried back to Worth coun
ty to-day.
The right way to cure catarrh Is
to eradicate the poisonous taint
which causes tSfc disease, by taking
Hood’s Sarsaparilla.
Wedding Bells.
Iuvitations have been received In
the city to the marriage of Miss
Bertha Gay, of Cedar Grove, to Mr,
Joseph L, Sanders, of Cuthbert.
Both parties have friends in the
city, who are now preparing con
gratulatlons.
I never was strong and I married
a delicate little lady. Wo traveled
much in search of health, but we
remained invalids until we began
use of Dr. Bull’s Sarsaparilla. Wo
both are now in better health and
feci stronger.—It. A. Mathews
Harrisburg, Pa.
Water Notice.
The water will be cut off THIS
EVENING from-seven (7) until (9)
o’clock. Take notice aud govern
yourselves accordingly.
C. J. Hawkins,
Superintendent,
Advice to Mothers.
Mrs. Winslow’s Soothing Syr
up should always be u*ed for chil
dren teething. It soothes the child
softens the gums, allays all pain
cures wind colic, and is the best
remedy fui diarrhoea. Tweuty-five
cents per bottle.
T hereby announce myself a candidate
d irlug the ensuing term of two years, for
in# oince of Tax Collector of Sumter coun
ty, subject to the ratification ot tbs Demo
cratic primary, soon to be held.
If elected, my principal assistant will be
Mr. Jlwmie Furlow, now a minor. My
candidacy is in the interest of Ms father’s
family. They shall receive the perquisites
of tbs office, and It is In obedience to their
expressed desire that I have consented to
§sx tbs suffrages of the people, who Major
Furlow loved so long, and among whom I
have spent the twenty-five years of my
married Ills. Mkkbkl Callawax.
Legal Notice.
TbU Is to (lve nolle, that I will not, from
tilts date, pay any bills contracted by my
wife, Mis. Annie Allen, t. M. All ex.
dscP-lw, I
TiOst,
While drinking Isst week, I leftasmall
blsck vsllM tn som»_Store In this city. If
tbs proprietor of the store where It wss left
will notify me orany of the police of Its
Aatcrtcnk, Os., Dec. 8, W.
But I am daily receiving the la
test novelties for tlio Holiday
Trade, and bnvo now on exhi
bition the largest and, most
yariod assortment of
Gent’s Furnishing Goods
in the city. Remember that
High Quality and Low Prices
will continue to bo the leading
t
feature of my business.
W. D. BAILEY,
A Painful Accident.
Mr Tom Wildman, who works at
Miller’s marble yard, happened to
painful accident yesterday. He
was engaged in moving a large slab
of marble when it fell, splitting and
crushing his thumb badly.
He had the wouud attended to at
once by a physician, and was soon
resting easy.
Scrofula is that impurity in the
blood which, accumulating in the
glands of the ueck, produce un
sightly lumps or swellings, which
causds painful runuing sores on
the arms, legs or feet, which de
velops ulcers in the eyes, ears or
nose, often causing blindness or
deafness, which is the origin of
pimples, cancerous growths and
many other manifestations usually
ascribed to “humors.” P. P. P. is
the friend in need. A course of
this valuable blood purifier, and
you will be a well man. If you
BUflerJrom Scrofula in any ot Ita
various forms, be sure to take P. P.
P.
An Important Land Caae.
Esquires J. W. Hay-good, of Mon
tezuma; Wm. Brunson, Jr., of Ma
con ;J. W. Busby, of Vienna; G.
W. Wooten, of Vicuna, and D. A.
R Crum!ti, of Vienna, were in
Amerlcus yesterday to argue an
important land cose before Judge
Fort.
The case Involves a large tract of
land in Dooly county and take* the
form of Bedgood and Royal vs. H.
A. McLane. ■
It has been tried once and the ar
gument le on the plea for a new
Mai.
Dr. W. G. Patrick arrived in the
city yesterday.
Mr. R. L. Maynard is expected
home to-day.
Mr. J. E. Kronheimer, of Balti
more, Is In Americus.
Col. B H. Wilkerson, of Eufaula,
was In the city yesterday.
Mr. J. C. Jordan, of Baltimore,
arrived in Americus yesterday.
Mr. C. P. Waide, ol Boston, is
talking shoes to our merchants.
Mr. Thomas Lumpkin, of Carters
ville, arrived in the city yesterday.
Judge W. F. Jennings and wife
of Eatonton, are registered at the
Allen House.
• Mrs. Vigal, of Eufaula, is visit
ing Mr. nnd Mrs. W. E. Davis, on
Jefferson street.
We would be pleased for thoBe In
need of Christmas presents to call
aud examine our stock. We have
an elegant line of watches, dia-
mondsaud jewelry. Itespectfully,
J. E. Sullivan & Son.
A BAD ACCIDENT.
Dr. Joiner Narrowly Escapes Being Se
verely Hurt.
A bad accident happened to Dr.
B. L. Joiner late yesterday after
noon, and that gentlemen came
near being seriously hurt. As it
was he escaped with a few slight
bruises aud a scratched face.
The accident happened on tho
east end of Forsyth, a little after
dark. At the place are a number
of trenches dug for water maius,
and In one of these the horse fell.
The lamps in the vicinity were
out, and the accident happened by
driving too close to the trench.
The horse fell fiat of his back in
the bottom, and it took au hour to
remove him from the position.
Thp buggy was slightly damaged,
aud the doctor esi aped with a few
slight bruises aud scratches iu the
face.
For Tax Collector.
In another column will be found
the announcement of Mr. P. V
Wesson as a candidate for Tax
Collector, subject to a Democratic
primary, if any is held. Mr. Wes
son is one of Andersonville’s best
known citizens,, and the voters of
that part of Sumter will support
him. He is well fitted for the po
sition, and would make a good of
ficer.
Cook’s Pharmacy has been re
moved to tho W. J. Slappey corner,
near artesian well, where can be
had everything in Drugs, Pateut
Mediciness &c. Respectfully,
W. A. Cook.
A Flue Horse Dead.
Mr. Jim Lanier had the mis
fortune to lose his horse Sunday.
He and a friend took a drive Suu-
day afternoon, driving, as they
think, at only a moderate gait.
They were back in an hour, and
turned the horse over to the hands
at the Btable. The animal Imme
diately began getting stiff, and
nothing seemed to do him any
good. He was walked and rubbed,
and Anally bled, none cf which
afforded relief.
Gold Watches from *25 to *200, Filled from *15 to *40. Silver
Watches *6 to *25. My Solid Gold Watch I* the best V ALUE
for the money ever offered to the public. Beautiful line oi
Ladies’ Gold Watches. Id DIAMONDS I can give you first-
class goods for LESS MONEY than any dealer In the larger
cities. Small expense, Small profits. PRICE and QUAL
ITY guaranteed. Diamond and Watch Clubs
JAS. T. COTNEY,
Fleetwood and Russell Corner, Americus, Qa.
’Tis the early bird that gets the worm.’
AND NOW THAT
BUTLEB&BERRY
HAVE OPENED THEIR STOCK OF
Xmas Novelties.
The early buyers will get the first choice
Useful,
Beautiful,
Instructive,
Amusing,
Novel,
Newest Toys,
Best Games,
Prettiest DoIIb,
Horn and Plush
Goods,
Musical Ins’mts.
ALL OPEN FOR INSPECTION !
^fi^Artielea paid for will be placed aside and delivered when
requested.
come early and decide what you want,
as Xmas is only 3 weeks off and you
have lots yet to do.
Butler cSs
ARTESIAN CORNER
Lee and Lamar Sts.
Americus, G<i.
A fine Piano, cost *400, for sale at
'5 cash. J. E. Hall.
Eczema, scalp covered with erup
tions, doctors proven valueless.
P. P. P. waB tried and the hair be
gan to grow again, not a pimple
can he seen, and P. P. P. again
proved itself a wonderful skin
cure.
A fine line of watches at Sullivan
Son's.
Ct. aWorfl Collin
OST—A Dlnek overcoat,
' map of Georgia
gloves. Please not:
In the pockets
f lu ami a pair of black
fy Mr. C. Hinltb, Jeffur-
Wx.Cahi.
W ANTED—To rent a pool table. Apply
at the Recorder office.
(hror Agents’ profits per month.
' ^111 prove orpsy forfeit.
portraltaJn.it out. A $5JO
. » all. **' ~ **
Hon, 28 Bond Ht. N. Y.
sample »ent free to all. W. H. Chldester .
W A
represent in his own section a tesponsi
. j New York House. References.
Manufacturer. Lock Box 1585, New
Election Notice.
GEORGIA, SiTUTxa Coojrrr.
Coart of Ordinary, at Chamber., Decem
ber J. 1880,—W hereof, on election woo held
on the 28th doy of November, 1M», In th.
118Mb Dlurfct u, M. Bald*election having
been held In’ accordance to low in such
caae. made and provided, and return, hav
ing been mad* fo m. a* th. law R-niree,
and. after examining uld return., .bow
that there vu for fence M vote, and for
stock law 8 votes. I, A. C. 8pe»r,0i<llnary
oreold county, do hereby declare that the
remit or enld election I* /or fence In said
llljStb District G. M. Iu anideaan^jW Bom -
Ordinary.
200 to 400 Pounds
W« want every man weighing from 200 to SOO pounds to know that onr
“Stouts and Extra Size” Suits,
Pants and Overcoats will fit you like order garments, cost much less
wear juBt as well and win you over in the way of bringing your fellow
sufferers to us. SPECIAL SIZES known as “LONGS” for tall men
The right length of Sleeves, length of Waist and Skirt to Frock Coats
length of Pants and general proportioning just pleases our LENGTHY
friends. Regular men, of course, we can fit to tlie"Queen’aTaste.” Did
you ever try JOHN It. SHAW and didn’t get fitted? If you did it was
“a long time ago.”
SUITS MADE TO ORDER.
We represent First-class New York and Baltimore Houses.
SAMPLES NOW READY.
Measures Taken and Perfect Fits Guaranteed—NO HT—NO SALE
jomsr b SHAW,
The Champion” Clothier of S. W. G-eoroic,
320 Lamar Street:
TELEPHONE 52.
ARGO & ANDREWS.
Fancy - and - Family - Groceries,
-AJliX- PEESI-I.
CANNED MS:
Peaches, Pears, Apricots,
Pineapples, Tomatoes, Beans.
Sweet Corn. All at Bottom Prices
Cigar* a Specialty. Confections, trackers. Lunch Milk Biscuit
Be a nVl® 8 1 1 £ at i? nt * i ou . r - Magnolia and Gold Band Hams.
All Goods Delivered at your Door. Open to receive orders froirf '
6 a. m. to 7 p. in.
Xmas is Comingi
Mrs. BLAIM
Is Ready for Your Trade.
Sans Soucl
We.807 XiWBiMr Street..
that <&
lam .met