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amerkts times-recorder. VOLUME 1 AMERICUS,,GEORGIA, TDEBDAY, DECEMBER 15,-1891. NUMBER213 AT THE BAR OF JUSTICE. BASGOM MYRICK, ESQ., Editor Times-Recorder, Amerious, Ga. My Dear Sir:—We have been too muoh rushed in attending to the wants of our cus tomers to write any extensive advertisement for your Sunday morning’s issue. But please say for us to the good people of our city and country that for the next 10 days we shall offer the most unprecedented Bargains in Ladies’ and Misses’ Wraps of all kinds. Our stock is very comprehensive, embracing every desirable style worn this season, and we will refuse no reasonable offer to close out any thing in the entire line before Christmas. We beg you to say also, we have just opened several new cases of White and Col ored Blankets, all of which we are going to sell very Cheap, Our best bargain in the lot consists of 100 pairs White Lamb’s Wool, extra size 11-4 Blanket#, with tinted borders, at $5.00 per pair, which we. guarantee cannot be matched in the market for less than $7.50 per pair. Our “Woodbury,” 10-4 extra size White Blanket, at $3.00 per pair, we guaran tee the equal of any Blanket in the market at $4.50 per pair. This is all we want to say at present. 5Vill “come again” when we have more time. Yours truly, GEO. D. WHEATLEY, Lee Street and Cotton Avenue AN INTERESTING AND COMPLICATED TRIAL YESTERDAY. Som. Knotty L*x»l T.clinlc.IlUt. Are Ar- IMWmnl Lively Tllt.-A Cut That I. Fu-Reachlng In IU Eflects-Under a T wo Hundred Dollar Bond. Justice of the Peace Graham held an interestingcourt yesterday, one replete with many novel features. The court room was crowded with Interested spec tators and standing space was at a: pre mium. A Justice court ordinarily Is crowded full of lively incidents and bumorouE de velopments, and again, It Is the prelude to some prolonged and fiercely contested legal battles. Yesterday afternoon was signalized by the trial of an assault with Intent to murder case, that evolved many puzzling points that taxed the ingenuity of the the counsel on the opposing sides. It seems that Mr. Harper, a son-in law of Mr. L. G. Hudson, who is a prom inent planter, swore out a warrant against John Wingate, charging him with assault with intent to murdot on the person of Mr. Hudson. | Wingate was given a preliminary hear Ing yesterday before Justice Graham. Colonel Hixon was for the plaintiff, while Judge Ansley represented the de fendant. The trouble arose from a disousslon that occurred in Amerious last Friday over 60 cents interest that Hudson charged on an account he held against Davo-Wingate. John Wingate, Dave Wingate and one or two others, were in Mr. Hlxon’s office Friday evening when a heated con troversy arose between Dave Wingate andHudson,,whleh culminated in Win gate drawing his knife, but was dis armed by Hudson. After this, evidence showed that John Wingate had carried Dave aside and ' de clared his intention of “standing by him in the matter." Here's a queer proceeding! No sooner did the gentlemen leave the office, than Mr, Hndson and Dave Win gate went off in a buggy John bringing up the rear. Mr. Hixon used this fact to swear that a conspiracy was afloat and that Hudson was the victim who was inveigled Into a trap for foul purposes. Everything adduced went conclusively to show that Mr. Tom Bivins struok Hudson, sines Dave Wingate testified that Bivins has defiantly asserted that he not only struck Hudson, but would do it again. The tenor of the evidence went to show that Hudson, after arriving at bis home, some ten miles from Amerioas, was prevailed on to continue os far os the house of Mr. Horton, some five miles further, by John and Dave Win. gate. After leaving Horton’s house and pro ceeding a abort distance he was assault ed. - The night was very dark and he ,was unable to recognize his assailants. However, the fact that John Wingate followed Hudson out of tne door of Horton’s house was strong ciroumston- cial evidence.. t Hudson was knocked senseless with some hard weapon, presumably a pair of knucksl It would be superfluous to detail the various evidence, some according and and some conflicting, John Wingate, when put on the stand, denied all knowledge of the affair and declared that Hudson and Bivins were wrangling, and that Bivins struok him a playful liek on the breast. That playful liek eame near costing Hudson his life if it was the one that broke bis nose and otherwise bunged him np. Judge Ansley and Col. Hixon both made able arguments pro and con, and the case was submitted to Justloe Gra ham for his' decision. Graham, after sifting the faets thor oughly, decided to put the defendant under a $200 band to a nswer the charge preferred against him. Bivins will also bo arrested, and pos sibly Dave Wlngste. ASAD DEATH. Dr. W. C. Koiwli Diet Sadden)j and With out Wanking:. The community waa yesterday morn- Ing shocked beyond measure by the sad intelligence that Dr. W. C. Bussell bad been found dead In bin bed. Going to steep at 12 o’eloek Sunday night, he awoke no more- to the troubles of thlB world Dr, Bussell was a native of Cuthbe^t and had just entered into the thirty- eighth year of his age. A pharmacist by profession, In the few years be had been doing business in thispity, he had made many warm personal friends. Feeling rather nnwellon Sunday night he requested Mr. Howell Cobb to remain with him In-his room. Mr. Cobb at 12 o'clock saw Dr. Bussell Bleeping quietly and then be himself went to sleep# At 6 o'clock yesterday morning Dr. Short came to the room to ascertain Dr. Rus sell’s condition and rapped at the door, whioh awakened Mr. Cobb, who arose and admitted him. Dr. Short inquired of Mr. Cobb as .to how Dr. Russell then, was and was told thathe was still asleep. He walked to the bed and his praoticed eye at once revealed the sad truth. He lay as he had when slumber olosed his weary eyes the night before—In an easy, eomfortable position, ‘with the right arm thrown baok under his head, but the spark of life had been extinguished, and death had, in his sleep, fallen upon him l*ke a soft, fleeoy mantle, consclousless and painless. Dr. A. B. Hinkle was immediately summoned, and pronounced the cause as failure or paralysis of the heart Dr. Bussell, by his business integrity and personal charm, had won many staunch friends, both social and commer cial. A true gentleman in the highest sense, oultnred and refined, he coupled with rare physical comeliness a magnet ism of mind, and manner, which after acquaintance, won to him a lasting re gard. Strong in his likes, a friend once made of him. a friend he always re mained. The writer knew him well and loved him. An Inquest was yesterday held over his body, and the verdict of the coroner’s jury was that "the deceased came to his death through causes unknown." The remains, in pursuance to a tele gram so requesting, were yesterday shipped to his relatives In Cuthbert for interment He leaves one sister to mourn her loss. THE BREAKFAST TABLE ITEMS OF INTEREST SPECIALLY PRE PARED FOR HASTY READERS Yesterday's Dollies In Fum-ent Fere- graphs—Some Snap Shots by the Itepor- torlal Camera-What Waa Going on In Town To(d In Briefest Manner. "I have lost my heart," he whispered, Gazing In her lovely eyes; But the maiden coldly answered: "Why don’t yon advertise?" Tlokets are now on sale for Two. Old Cronies. Arthur Hqrrls, colored, charged with larceny from the bouse, was tried and acquitted in the superior court yester day. The court spent the day in setting Arch Street Theatre, - “Two Old Cronies" bids fair to attain quite a respectable age before it Is shelved by consent of Arch Street Thea tre audiences. Last evening it was re vamped at this house by Anderson’s Unique Commedtans, who, if not exactly unique, were grotesque enough to amuse many of the spectators. This piece be longs to a type of compilation errone ously styled farce-comedy, but which Is, .la reality, musical extravaganza. The average person ' who finds liberal enjoyment in “Two Old Cronies" Is not likely, however, to dissect or classify 1L As now given, the perform ance has the necessary liveliness and its humor is prevented from becoming mo notonous by the frequent introduction of popular musical numbers. In the company are several who are mnoh at home in their respective roles, and this Is particularly the case with AL Wilson (Blotzmeyer), E. J. Hefferman (O’Dono van Duff), and Miss Ada Deaves. The costumes are-pretty where they are not intentionally bizarre.—P h 11 a d e 1 p h ia Ledger, November 3. Mr. Pat Smith, one of the A. R. Coni fer bridge gang,'who is now working for B. H. Hardaway at Montgomery, on the S. A AM. road, happened to a serious accident on Saturday morning, in which two ofhia toes on bis right foot were ent off. It happened in the following manner: Mr. Smith was handling the lever to the engine, hoisting a very heavy piece of timber, when the engine turned over, and the end of a piece of shaft fell on his foot, mashing his toes in snch a manner that two of them had to be amputated. Mr. Smith arrived In the city Sunday. He is doing very well at present Be Sara and H«« Jerusalem. This grand exhibition will bo here but few days longer, and no one should fail to see it before It leaves. Nothing more beautiful or intereating baa ever been shown In this country. Take your ladies and children and let them enjoy this rare and wonderfnl work. Amarlcns Club, Tbo regular annual meeting of the Americas Club was held at its rooms on Forsyth street last night and the follow ing officers were elected for the ensuing year: W. K. Wheatley, President; I. B. Cain, Vico President; Marion Harper, Secre tary * Treasurer; James Lanier, Iirown Burkbalter and John Sheffield, govern ing committee. The only change made was that of Mr. Harper elected secretary and treasurer In the place of Mr. Lestor Windsor, re signed, who found that his business pre cluded the possibility of devoting to the office the time it required. Mr. Wind sor was tendered a rising vote of thanks by the entire club for the faithful and thorough manner in which he has dis charged the duties of his position. After the transaction of other impor tant business the meeting adjourned. Caned Him. Mr. Henrie Stanfield, cashier and book-keeper of the Western Union Tele graph Company here, resigned his posi tion yesterday to accept a position with the Ameripus Guano Company. Mr. Stanfield’s business capacity is of a very superior order, and the guano company is to be congratulated on securing his services. In token of their esteem for him and in recognition of his valuable services to the company, Managfer George Stanfield, Operators Florence and Jester and Mes sengers Grsy, Pilsbury, Coleman and Howard presented him with a handsome gold-headed cane which waa appropri ately engraved by Thompson A Ander- j son from whom it was purchased. ■ We can recommend Two Old Cronies to be one of the most laughable shows ever in Amorious, besides Bevcn pretty girls with elegant costumes. Cain & Brown. We desiro to book such attractions as Two Old Cronies for next season and U -po all theatrical loving people will turn out to-night and give them their pqtronago Dave Dudley’s case was continued In the mayor’s eourt until this morning. Dave has unanswerable proof to show that the dollar he offerdd Mitchell was sound currency. Church street is coming to the front on the Crisp line. Mr. and Mrs John W. Walters had a fine boy bom unto them yesterday, who was Immediately chris tened CharloB Frederick. Mr. W. W. Thompson paid tbo city and. the county license to sell oranges that he produced on hlB own orange grovo. The council and the city both refunded the money last night. Mr. Thos. Guice has leased the W. J. Slappey room under the opera house and will remove his stock of goods there after the first. He will open up a bill iard parlor at his present quarters. The council last evening passed areso- lutlon authorizing the extension of the water main from Church|to Taylor street. This Is welcome news to the residents of Brown street, along wblfii the pipe win be run. Some days since Joe Dudley, of the ace of shades persuasion, was fined $8 by the mavor, but was dissatisfied with the decision and appealed his case to the council, who confirmed the decision of the mayor and Joe must ante up. Mr. Lon Mathews, formerly one of the most popular conductors on the Sam road, leaves in a day or so for Panama to accept a position on the Panama railroad. The position is a lucrative one, aqd com pensates Mr. Mathews for his long jour ney. It Is rumored on the streets that a cer tain prominent alliance disciple was offered $20 in gold in payment of a debt, but peremptorlally refused it, because, he said, he was in favor of free sliver coinage and everlastingly against gold, and gold barons. A peace warrant was served yesterday on Geo Boas, Jane Boss, Ada Boss and Fredona Boss, and they were given a pre liminary,nearing before Justice Oliver, who dismissed George, but bound ovor the remaining members of his family under a $25 bond. The first freight train running on reg* ular schedule on the Sam road ran in Amerious yesterday. All western freights will be shipped over this road, and in a few days a regular passenger schedule will be installed between Amer- lcus and Montgomery. To-day tlie finance committee, Messrs Williams, Prince, Burkbalter and Calla way, will circulate among the Americus merchants and professional men solicit ing subscriptions. It is needless to say that every one will contribute his or her pro rata to make the Crisp celebration a crowning event and gorgeous success. IIETTINII FIGHTS OF tVAY. The Hem Jioad Already Hradlnc for Sa vannah. The Sam road will have its corps of surveyors in the Held early next month to layout the line from Lyons to Savan nah. This is based on tho statement of an Americus man who was in the city yes terday. He said te understands Col. Hawklus has completed all his financial arrangements with New York parties for tho extending of the road to Savan nah and expects the throwing up of dirt and laying crossties will begin about February 1. "The people of Americus," said he, “are anxious to have the road built into Savannali, because they know it means increased prosperity for them. The force of hands that completed the Sam Into Montgomery will no doubt be put to work on the extension to Savannah, and the work will bo rushed. It won’t toko over five months to finish tbe road." The gentleman said to a Morning News reporter that the probability Is that the Sam and the Louisville & Nash ville will jointly operate a line of steam ers north. He doesn't believe Colo nel Hawkins will lease his road to the Louisville and Nashville, bnt will pro rate with’ tho great western system in such a manner os to give it an advantage in competing with the Richmond and Danville equal td having its own line here. Vice-President and General Manager Hawkins of the Sam was called to New York last week, which is an indication that all arrangements have been com pleted as to the raising of funds. Tho agents of the Sam, it is under stood, are in Bryan and Liberty counties now securing rights of way.—Savannah Nows. PERSONAL MENTION. Sheriff Hat the Key, The Americus Supply Company, doing business on Lamar street, closed their doors voluntarily yesterday in tho Inter est of preferred creditors. The assets of this company exceed theirliabilitles, and the cause of the failure is directly trac- able to bad collections. Harris A Payne will continue to take contracts, and they hope in a few days to straighten out their entanglement and get on their financial feet again. Directors* Meeting, The regular meeting of the Times Board of Directors will be held at the Bank of Southwest Georgia this evening at ■ o'clock. It Is especially desired that every director be present, as thle is tbe last meeting of tbe fiscal year, and mat ters of interest and importance will be considered. By order of Joiik W. Wheatley, President. Bascom Mykick, Secretory. m Samtor County Smiim. Mr. H. L. Mize of this city brought to TueTimes-Recobdeb office yesterday a large bunch of bananas, which he took from a banana tree at bis house in Brooklyn Heights. They are very large and fine, and perfectly developed. The Americus Jewelry Company will keep their store open until 11 o’clock p. m., beginning to-night, until after Xmas. If you do not hare tho time during the day, drop around at night and you will be welcomed. Mr. W. F. Reid, of Kichlanu, is in the city. Mr Bob. Rouse, of Richland, is in the city. Rev. S, E. Edwards of Columbus is in the city. Her. S. W. Stubbs, of Smithville, is in Americus. Mr. J. J. Williford is in Montgomery on business. Mr. Luther Williford Is in Montgom ery on a visit. Mr. W. T. Lane Is in Leesburg on legal business. Mr E. A Isaac of Macon waa in the city yesterday. Mr. Thos, Allen and wife are visiting friends in Atlanta. Mr. Hogg of Tozwell is the guest of Mr. Walter Owens. Mr O. A. Thrower of EllaviUe was In Americus yesterday, Mr. Tom Persons, of Paris, Texas, is in tbe city on a visit, Mr, L. A. Thomas of Colnmbus spent yesterday in Americus. Mr. T. M, Allen left yesterday on a business trip to Florida. Mrs. Max Altman returned home to day from a pleasant visit off. Itev. A. B. Campbell .is on a visit to Helena. He returns to-night. Mr. Horace Lanier of Atlanta will visit Ills father this Christmas. Mr. Homer Reed of the Atlanta Jour nal was in Americas yesterday. Mr. E. T. Comer, a prominent business man of Savannah is in the city. Mr. C. JL Talmnn of Montezuma is the guest of friends In Amerious. Mrs. R. E, Cato, wife of Mr. It. E. Cato, of the Plains, is very siok and not expected to recover, Mr. A. Mack’s many friends are pleased to welcome him in Americas again, and hope that he will prolong his stay. Mrs. Joe Marshall and her son Jim, who have been visiting Mr. J. M. B. Westbrook, returned to their home In Savannah yesterday. Mr. Eugene Hawkins paid Amerious a flying visit Sunday, returning Monday morning. He Is now with Mr. Clareaoe Knowles of Atlanta, a prominent insur ance man. Mrs. M. Louise Myriok, tbe gifted as sociate editor of the Americas Tuae- Recohiier, spent several days 'at the Kimball this week. She has many frienda in our city all of whom are de lighted to extend her a weloome, cordial and sincere.—Atlanta Journal. Do not make your purchases be fore yon- see the lovely stock of the Americus Jewelry Compeny. An times are hard, we have arranged with our New York hornet to diew oa stock and offer the people of fine goods at dose profits, readily see, by not Ml tied up, we can save