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THE AMERICUS DAILY TIMES-RECORDER: FRIDAY,- AUGUST 7, 189! THE “Q" CLUB MEETING, THE HI8TORIAN OF THE CLUB AT HIS BEST-THE DISCOVERY C. R. Whitley, Prcs't Largest, Finest AND Best Assorted Stock Of Groceries in the South. J. T. COTNEY, Manager, A STOLE BUSINESS FACT1“”1“ of Summer Specialties, Staple China, Crockery, Silverware, Lamps, eto. is here ready for the sacrifice— ready to be “led like a lamb to the slaughter” to satisfy the eoonomic necessities of the hour and thus give to our goods what are “hard times” prices in dead earnest. OLOK AT votrii SHOES I M Tn M 11m Nr! -THE— 119 Forsyth St. A Sweeping Reduction will be made* on all Foot-Wear purchased of us in the Next 30 Days! In this Sweeping Sacrifice Safe nnpreceedented bargains will be offered on all LOW CUT SUM MER SHOES, andjwe expect that the announcement of this sale will Town!” We ore not after room as most merchants would say—lpit are AF TER MONEY—room we have enough—-but are SHORT ON MONEY. . If you want to know what we mean by a SWEEPING Reduc tion, come to this At 12 o'clock ye.tcrday the members of the Americas Barbecue Club ueem. bled St the Dell, to participate la tbe usual ceremonies of tbe occasion. President B. H. Jossoyjwaa on hand as usnal, with his able corps of assistants. Unde Seph Buchananwas ohlef carver. Besides tbe members|a large number of visitors were lb attendance,... President Jossoy. opened the meeting by reading telegrams.from various mem bers who live In Macon and Atlanta, stating their regrets. In not being able to attend, and promising to be on band next month, tbe last meeting of this sea- ' jN' f' and yon will find the Largest and most varied stock of shoes ever offered in Americns and at lower prices than are obtainable else where. THENAME- .SHOE STORE. THE PLAGE:—- 119 Forsyth St. AMERICUS, GA. B.—No goods charged at it prices, but will be cbarg- ir regular prices. JOHN R. SHAW Tbo “porker” of yesterday was furn ished by two of our most popular mem bers, wbo received a vote of thanks from the members for their kindness. It was ‘done to a turn," as was evidenced from tbe fact that each one present ate four pounds, and,of courso, tbe entire porker was devoured. After dinner, Col. L. F. McCoy, the historian of tbo club, was called on for a speech. Tbe colonel was in splendid trim, and when be struck a preparatory attitude, it was evident that he was “loaded for bear.” When tbe applause of bis enthusiastic reception had in a measure subsided, tbe orator of tbe occasion struck out in this fashion: Mr. President and Gentlomen—On this auspicious occasion, surrounded as I am by some of tbe most distinguished citizens of this grand old state of Geor gia, allow me to state at the very thresh old of my remarks, that I am not a statesman out of a job. No, gentlemen, I am not ont of it job, for the simple reason that I was never in one. Nor am I, gentlemen, an Indulger in Iridescent dreams In regard to history. No, Mr. President, I stick to facts—cold, hard, stubborn facts. You will observe, Mr. President, that I am no orator, like Crosac or Ingalls. I never said I was; neither did any man ever so accuse me. But, gentlemen, when it comes to historical aconraoy, then lam standing In the front ranks, and right at head of the procession [Applause.] And, gentlemen, it affords me Intense satisfaction to bo able to-day, right here and now, to rectify a gigantlo blander that has boen sailing down the stream of time for 400 years to-day. Yes, gen tlemen, this very day 400 years ago that bald-headed and moss-covered fabrica tion about that Italian dago, Columbus, discovering something somewhere was let loose on a too-confldlng and Innocent public. [Great applause.] But, gentlemen, thanks to the maroh of science and the grand public sohool system of Americus, we no longer hug such Infantile delusions. No, gentle men; the time has gone by for snob fairy stories. What wo need to-day it Truth. And where will yon get that almoat van Islied artlclo. I answor without fear of •uccesaful contradiction that yon can behold In me—your esteemed historian— the embodiment of Truth. [Enthusias tic applause.] Look at the situation squarely in the face, and what do yon behold. Simply a gigantic financial scheme to hoodwink and delude tbe tolling masses, under the thin guise of celebrating tbe dlsoovery of Columbus 400 years ago. What do yon think of that for simon-pure, un adulterated lying ? Discovering Colum bus 400 years ago! Why, my friends, there is not a ten-year-old school boy In the land who ever looked Into a geogra phy that does not know that that old factory to en had no exlatence even 100 years ago. [Tumultuous applause.] And yet, my friends-and yet we are asked to put up our money and believe wbat these manipulators tell us, namely, that something happened 400 years ago which wo ought to bo proud^of. Now, gentlemen, I submit that this is too much. This club can stand almost any thing—can oven put up with my idiosyncrasies—but can It stand such nonsense as that—that this cld town on the Chattahoochee was discovered 400 years ago. [Cries of “No; we don't be lieve Itr] Believe It? Of course, you don’t be lieve It It IS simply a onnnlng inven tion of Chicago financiers to deceive the public Into letting go of some of their onrreney for the sole benefit of that windy city. But I flatter myself that, after I am through with my remarks on this mem orable occasion, no member of this club will be deoelved by any such transparent trickery. [Three oheers for tbe colonel.] And now, gentlemen, not to take up too ranch of the time that should be de voted to the fluids which I suspect ars In tbe vicinity of tbit congregation, I will ask wbat is the matter with cele brating the discovery of Americas ? Why not make the occasion when that grand old mariner Americus Ycspncius first sailed up the noble .Muckalee one to be remembered? Why not make memorable this historic spot—cur beau tiful Magnolia Dell—by erecting on it a monumental shaft that will speak to after generations of how their fore fathers fought and'struggled to hand down to them unsullied the simple truths of history. [Great applause and cheers for the colonel.] The Colonel then picked up his straw hat, swung himself back Into his sus penders, and got on the outside of a quart of beer In three moves, long before toe applause subsided. truly, It was a great day for the Col onel. 8. B. Hawkins, jr., assistant carver and chorister, being absent, Mr. D. M. Borum sang a selection from Wallace, whloh was greatly appreciated. It was the opinion of all present that Mr. Bo rum had mistaken his oalllng. He should certainly be on the operntlo stage. After disposing of toe ice water that was left In theke—buoket, amotion was put, asking for volunteers for the bar- becue next month. The S. A. A M. railroad boys respond ed unanimously and simultaneously. Therefore the next meeting will be looked forward to with a great deal of expectant pleasure,as they never do any thing by halves. , At this point Mr. J. A. Wilson arose, and invited the entire club to join him and hia neighbors in a real old fashioned country barbecue, to bo given to-day near his house, about four miles from the city, on the Plains road, which was accepted. After which the meeting ad journed. The rains last week interfered with the Christian Workers on their regular day and prevented their doing much. We trust they will meet with a liberal patronage this afternoon. Everythin? guaranteed as repre sented. NO OLD STOCK ! Fresh Goods Every Day. FINEST FLOUR, SWEETEST HAMS, FRESHEST BUTTER, HIGHESG TRADE COFFEE, PUREST LEAF LARD, FDLL HEAD RICE, and everything he best that cash money can buy. Nothing too fine for my customers. A Candy Department—A Butter De partment.—A Cigar and Tobacco De partment, all In the Fancy Grocery Store E. D. ANSLEY. A C»-d. After this date, we will adopt the cash system, and hope our friends will not ask us for credit. We have dis pensed with the services of our book keeper, and can save yon money accord ingly. Fleetwood A Russell. August 0, 1801. 7-tf To Ltm Americas. Superintendent William Hall has re signed his position at toe Alhambra its supervising architect and will at an early date take charge of the construc tion of the Hotel Durham at Durham, N.C. Mr. Ed Rupert of Atlanta will succeed Mr. Hall ae superintendent at toe Al hambra. Mr. Hall has made many friends dur ing his stay here who will regret to see him go elsewhere. It is probable, however, that Mr. Hall may return In the fall to represent ar chitect Norman in the construction of Sumter county's new jail that is to be built sometime within the next twelve months. A cordial invitation Is extended to toe pnMio by toe Christian Workers this afternoon at the Methodist churchyard. A nice line of extracts, colognes, t et waters, Ac., at Dr. Eldrlage Di Store. An Cld Citizen Gone to Bis Rett. Mr. L. P. Dorman died at Cordele Wednesday, after a short illness. He a man well advanced in years, having reached his eightieth year. His remains were brought to Americns and laid to rest on yesterday in Oak Grove Cemetery. Mr. Dorman was an old citizen of Sumter county, and had many friends here where he once lived and served as county ordinary for eight years. Friends sympathize with his family in their dis tress. Ruta baga, red top and all other va rieties of turnip seed for fall and sum mer planting at Dn. Eldkidoe's. Go to the Methodist churohyard this afternoon and try the delictons ices and creams to be found there. The grave dug to receive the body of William P. Weldner, of Lehigh county, Pennsylvania, was eleven feet long and nine feet wide. Don't storm the system as yon would a fort. If held by toe enemy, consti pation, gently persuade It to. anrrender with DeWltre Little Early Risers. These little pills are wonderful con vince!*. For sale by the Davenport Drug Company. A Maryland railroad not long ago car ried a female passenger half a mile ont of her way, and has lately bad to pay $3,800 for so doing. Perfect notion and perfect health re sult from the use of DoWItt’r Little Early risers, • perfect little pill. For sale by the Davenport Drug Company. For a pleasant shave go to • Dr. El dridge’a and bny one of those eelebrrted Tower Razors which are guaranteed to please. A porter in a Philadelphia hotel is re ported to be worth $80,000, and at toe same time It la said the proprietor la in solvent. We cannot afford to deceive yon. Con- dence is begotten by honesty. De Witt’s Little Early Risen are pills that will core constipation and sick headache. For sale by the Davenport Drag Com pany- Galore, a village in Pern, ie the high est Inhabited plaoe In toe world. It ie 16,833 feet above the sea. DeWltt's. fiereeperilla destroy# such poUoaeeeecrefnla, skin disease, ecze ma, rheumatism. Its timely use saves many live* For sale by the Davenport Drug Company. For JUM. One front room to rent, up stain next to library. Apply to, 7-26-lmo D. F. Daveffobt. To Our Patrons. After this week wo will collect all bills fopjob work weekly. This will make payments easier for you, and help us materially, as our expenses are payable weekly. Tiues Publishio Company. First Assessment 20 per cent, of Capital Stock of Americus Jewelry Co, due August 1st is fo be paid August 20th Instead. Subscribers to stock will please make payment at Co.'s store, 421 Jackson St. I* C. BELL See'y A, Treas. You oau exercise lots of Sense with a very few Dollars nowadays. We need Dollars and we don’t hesitate to say that we are' after those dollars—if you need a Refrigerator—don’t you hesitate to come after one—a very few dollars will bay a first-class modem refrigerator and you will get the good of those dollars in a hundred senses.^ , - Hawkes' -Crystalized Lenses in all styles, specs and eye-glasses sold with a guarantee to please or money refunded by E. J. Elduidoe. Removal. J. Rott merchant tailor has removed from old stand, Forsyth street to Cotton avenue up stairs la old Times offloe, where he Is ready to give first class work to all his old customers and as many new ones as will call, jufy 10-d-lmo. Prescriptions accurately compounded of pnre drags, at all hours at Du. Elduidoe Drug Store. An Atchison, (Kan.) man has sent $5 bill to England in an envelope every week for toe past twenty years,and has never lost one. This foot came out In a recent trial in toe probate court. Chinamen have several gardens near New York oity where to«y raise toe bit ter cucumber and the sweet gourd so much relished by their people. The prices are high and vines prollfio. "Two Sonli with bat • Single Thought.' As they sst side by side they sighed. “Oh, m* Idol!” he sold, and then idled. “Dear Luke,” said she, ao she looked, “I will wed thee If thou wilt,” and he wilted. The honeymoon passed in an excess of joy. Excess in eating rioh food brings Indigestion, sick headache, and frequent attacks of dlsxtness. Dr. Pierce’s Pleasant Pellets will euro all >o. They are tiny, sugar-coated, and .rtoswauow. No other preparation oomparea with them aa a Liver PlU. They are guaranteed, and one is a dose. Blaokeggs are regularly laid by a duck belonging to E. C. Williams, of Madison county, Texas. DeWltt’s Sarsaparilla blood, Increases too ^appetite * • is benefll up the system. It has I tted mans _ m ^ many people who have" suffered from blood disorders. It will help yon. For sale by the Davenport Drug Company. An Oregon town has. been enjoying some queer foot contests. One fo\>t race over plowed ground and another over railroad ties, each for a large stake,were among the unique events. Investigate their merits. De Witt’s Little Early Risers don’t gripe, cause nausea or pain, whloh aooonnts for their popularity. The Davenport Drag Com pany says they would not ran -a drag store without these Uttle pills. Attention BnUdon. We sell Longman A Martinez prepared paints, and are author!sod by toe menu- lecturers to repaint any house at their expense on wluoh their paints do not prove satisfactory. E. J. Eldbidoe, Druggist. One elegant brand new set of parlor ml tore, and large Moqnetto carpet for fare!tore,'and large Moqnetto carpet for sale at a great redaction. Apply to Hn.C.P. , Lee street, d 8-1-1 w A Raglan is a loose overcoat with long sleeves, such as Lord Raglan wore in the Crimean war. .'doctor Then* j .ACKER'S Billow——. ead| OwsUyolloB. ImII, »l— PURE wt ia4 m tBTerlte wtth tk$] imMm toto Hu —«*■< Or B| Fill JUfc IX«L. to luirin for «**. Otof CM row D*e«M* —4 to w.Enmic^ I 4ffi tol »?tTiA ( | Let your good DollarsTand your good Sense bring you to the Artesian Corner always. Butler & Berry, ARTESIAN CORNER. LEE & LAMAR STREETS. TOHN E>. SCHMIDT Takes this opportunity of informing the people of Americus and the adjoining country that he is now fitting up in the best of stylo, and will shortly open one of the Finest and Host Complete Restaurants to be Found in tbe Sontb. He will spare no expense or pains to moke it worthy of the patronage of the very best people, ami Auiericus can then boost of a place where everything good will be served in a style as never before seen in this city. . Remember the place—Schmidt’s Reading Room, Lamar St. 8-1 diwly Respectfully, JOHN E. SCHMIDT. wteOXCjiOL* We offer at this season Turnip Seed! O. C. HAWKINS.- HAWKINS & LOVING, We are prepared to do EMBALMING on short notice. SATISFAC TION GUARANTEED. Also keep a fine line of Metallic and Cloth Covered Cases, Caskets and Coffins. HEADQUARTERS FQt? FURNITURE. Right collator. . lto.4or.au. ,,loving, Brawn toreto.^