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Americus REdGjtvDER. ESTABLISHED 1879. AMERICUS, GEORGIA, FIRDAY, JULY 25, 1890. MARSHALL DIVISION. ORGANIZATION OF B. OF L. E. SUNDAY LAST. ON An Elegant Banquet—Appropriate Ad dresser*—Taking in the Town— Hesolutions of Bespect. several weeks ago the engineers of the S A. M. railway, who are mem bers of the Macon Division, 210, B. of L. E., petitioned that division for a charter to organize in this city. Their petition was forwarded to Chief Engineer Arthur, who grant ed the charter and ordered Mr. O L. McVVaters, Chief Engineer of the Macon Division, to organized and put the division in thorough work ing order. He was ably assisted by Messrs. G. B. Tarver, F. A. E., and delegate of Division 210; J. H. Daugherty, also of 210; C. Barnwell, F. A. E. and delegate, W. O. Charlton, of Division 256, of Savannah; A. K. Hall, Division 249, Waycross; F. P. Smith, Division 207, Atlanta; J. G. Miller, F.F. Ledbetter, W.H. Hill, Division 409, Columbus; J. P. Gulce, Division 339, of Borne. The delegates arrived Saturday afternoon and evening, and were taken care of by the brother en gineers of this city. At ten o’clock they proceeded to the Masonic Hall, where the or ganization and installation of ofllcers took place, which occupied several hours. Following is a list of the officers elected : C. E.—Geo. A. Nix. F. E.—E. J. Stokes. F A. E.—R. B. Marsh. S. A. E.—W. D. Flint. T. A. E.-J. W. Kirven. Guide—J. M. DuBose. Chaplain—Robert Moore. After the installation of the officers tne visiting brothers were tendered an elegant banquet at the Hawkins House, complimentary to them and a number of invited guests. Following is the menu: sour. Mock Turtle, Okra and Tomatoes ENTREES. Louisville Choice Ham/ Leg of Mutton Smoked Tongue, Chicken, Dressed MEATS. Sirloin of Beef, with Barbecue Gravy. Young Pig, a la Anglalse. Saddle of Kid, with Bed Current Jolly. Chtchcu Fried with Apple Fritters. VEGETABLES. Mashed Irish Potatoes, Boiled Biel Young Corn with Brown Butter Sauce. Sliced Tomatoes, Boiled Irish Potatoes. RELISHES. Chicken Salnd, Mixed Pickles, Olives, Sweet Pickles, Preserved Citron, Applo Jelly, IIKEADS. Graham Bread, Light Bread, Corn Bread, Light Biscuits, CAKES. Black Fruit Cake, Marblo Cake, Pound Cnke, Chocolate Cake, . Layer Cake, French Kisses, DESSERT. Vanilla Ice-Cream, Fruit Jelly, Frozen Roman Punch, Catawba Grapes, Brazil Nuts, English Walnuts, Almonds, Pecan Nuts, Watermelons. WINES. Sherry, Catawba. Coffee, Cheese and Crackers, Ice-Tea, After all had eaten their 1111, the brothers called on Superintendent Marshall, of the S. A. M. Road, for a speech. Mr. Marshall responded in a common souse, straightfor ward talk, which was highly appre ciated by all present. He was followed by Col. A. S. Cutts in a neat and appropriate speech. Mr. G. B. Tarver was then called upon, who gave a brief history of the organization of the Brotherhood and its objects. He also gave good advice to tho new division, and in structed them to live up to the re quirements of tho order. He stated that since the advent of the Broth erhood tho engineers had been materially benefited, as well as the railroad companies. Engineers had been elevated socially, morally, mentally and physically. He asked the wives of the fnembers of Mar shall Division to lend a helping hand and assist their husbands to live up to the requirements of the order, as It would redound to their Rood and happiness. Mr. Tarver’s speech was well received, and was spoken of as one of the best ever delivered on the subject. Mr. Barnwell, of Savannah, fol lowed in a few appropriate remarks to the point and full of sound judg ment, which showed that he bad been a elose student and is well np In his profession. Mr. O. L. MoWaters was here In troduced, wbo stated that as bis friends, Messrs. Tarver and Barn well, bad said it all, there wss no thing lefti for him to say. Mr. Me Water s is strictly business and a thorough worker lu the brother hood. Col. W. A. Dodson being called, arose and in a brief way highly complimented the engineers for the manner in which they always per form their duties. He expressed great satisfaction at having met them on the occasion, and closed with an appropriate and pretty rhyme. At the conclusion of the speeches the brothers and their guests va cated the dining hall. From the dining hall they pro ceeded to the Recorder building, where refreshments were served by the home brothers. From there they took a streetcar ride, tendered them by Mayor Felder. After sup per a meeting of the Division was called, at which a new member was initiated and the following resolu tions passed: The undersigned members of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engl neers, who came to Americus to or. ganlze Division 449, Sunday, July 20th, having met with a cordial re. ception from the citizens, us well as from the resident members of the order. Therefore be it resolved. That we extend to all those who were instrumental in making the occasion so pleasant and agreeable our heartfelt thanks. Resolved further That we especially extend our sincere thanks to Hon. John B, Felder, Mayor of the city; Superin tendent Rees, of the electric car line, and to Superintendent Mar shall, of cite S. A. M. railway, for courtesies extended. O. L. McWaters, Dlv. 210. G. B. Tarver, Dlv. 210. J. H. Dougherty, Div. 210. C. Barnwell, Dlv. 256. F. P. Smith, Div. 207. J. W. Guice, Dlv. 389. J. G. MiTjOEB, Dlv. 409. T. F. Ledbetter, Dlv. 409. W. Hill, Dlv. 409. A. K. Hall, Dlv. 420. . The organization of the divls. ion of Lomotlve Engineers in this city, is not for the purpose of antagonizing the S. A. M. rail way, as many suppose, as they have received nothing but kind and uni form courtesies from the road, their salaries having been raised almost to the standard price, which is more than members of old roads are do. lng, and no young ones. They en tertain the highest regard for the officials, and especially Superinten dent Marshall, as they believe that they are not only their employers, but their friends ns well. Wo soy without fear of contradic tion that Marshall Division 449 will never have it said that they have been instrumental in bringing about strife and discord between tho em ployer and employe, but that they will be an honor and protection to both. FROM WESTON. Fine Crop Froepeote—Politics Warming Up-Per«onal«, Etc. ' FROM PRESTON. Good Business, Excellent Crops, Con tented and Happy People. Ppeston, July 18.—A long time has elapsed since we. have had a communication from Prestou, and to let people in the outside world know that we are still hero, I thought it would be nothing amiss for us to give the matter publicity through your columns. Preston is not doing much in the way of a boom, hut our merchants arc doing a splendid business. Our farmers haye excellent crops of both corn and oottoc, and if no dis aster transpires we have neither bread nor meat to buy for another year. Our community is exceedingly healthy, and tako us altogether we are a contented, happy people. We have no candidates to be pull ing us about and harrasslqgus with their importunities. Of course wo will have to get a Representative, but I guess wo will have to adver tise for one If wo get him. And as it is Stewart county’s time for Sena tor, we will let them seleel the can didate. ■ They contend that It is our time, and they expect some time before long to hold a primary and nominate our man for us, and, as they have everything their own way, I guess we will have to hands off and submit. The almost unani mous sentiment of this county is that It is Stewart’s time, and we do not want to take It from her; there fore, we hope they will nominate a good man from their oonnty and wo will support him almost toaman. Weston, July23.—The cold wave Btruck us yesterday after a refresh ing rain, both of which were very acceptable. Crops were never better through out the country than now. Corn is about made and it Is safe to say that there will be no Western corn used in this county another year. Mrs. D. W.W. Binion died at her home in Benevolence Monday, and was burled in the cemetery at that place yesterday. Tile bereaved family have our heartfelt condo lence. Politics are livening up some what in our county. Next Satur day this district will have an flec tion on the stock law. Maj. J. P. Walker is announced for the 12th Senatorial district, sub ject to the Democratic nomination Maj. Walker has represented this district before In the legislature, and came out with a clean reoord. He is the right man, and will rep resent no particular class of men, but all classes, if elected. Miss Lola McLendon, one of Lou. vale’s prettiest young ladles, is vis King her many friends In and around Weston. Prof. J. H. Wliitchard and lady attended the funeral services of Dr. Binlon’s wife at Benevolence, Tuesday. Mr. J. W. Summerford still keeps his "rep.” up. He tells of a mos quito scrape he got into down .on Spring creek, between Arlington and Bluff ton. He says they sound ed like five hundred cow bells, and that ills horse had to motion his head from side to side to make way to walk along, and that when he got out of the swamp his buggy wheels were bloody to the hubs, caused from mashing mosquitoes. Miss Camilla Bird, of Leslie, is visiting relatives in Weston. Mr. B. F. Barge went to Colum bus last Monday on business. Mr. Barge lias commenced painting his new store a’>d building his new warehouse.' Mr. M. F. Saunders wenttoAl-- bany last Monday on business. A freight train ran against a log at Cole’s crossing Tuesday, knock ing off’the cowcatcher and delaying the train two hours. Mr. William Lowis is hauling lumber to llnish his house with, which he will move into ns soon as finished. Mr. R. A. Bell will commence to build ills dwelling iri a few days. Mr. J. O. Sims brought a water melon in town last’ Tuesday that weighed forty-five pounds. Mr. M. F. Saunders has a hog that any show would do well to get. "r. J. W. Summerford says that the hog practices walking the rail over stock gaps so much that ho thinks he unu walk a rope across Nlagua falls. Dr.T). T. Kenyon has not a great many patients now, but he is en dowed with a large lot of patience, from tlie way he fondles and ca resses his new ten-pound boy. Miss Susie Grubbs, of Shellman, is visiting friends and relatives in and around Weston. School begins the first Monday in September. FROM PUTNAM. SCHLEY'S MASS MEETING, i The Endorsements—Cri«p for Congress, Nesbitt for Commissioner. Beyond a possible doupt Lamar's Diarrhoea Mixture will glveprompt relief and effect cnreB of all Bowel Complaints. Special to Recorder. Sclhey Co., July 17.—Thecltlzeus of Schley county njet In mass meet ing to-day, and after testing strenth of candidates by acclamation, pro ceeded to elect delegates by ballot. Northen and all of thopresent State house officers were endorsed, except Nesbitt inplace of Henderson. Be tween these two candidates the vote was very close, and it can hardly be claimed that either \iada majority. Though HunniCutt was In npminationand bad a small fol lowing, he was not voted upon. Had his vote been divided between the leading candidates the result might have been different, though many think not. Delegates to the gubernatorial convention are J. F. Wood and J. M. Collins. The convention unanimously en dorsed Crisp, and sent as] delegates the congressional convention J. S. Woman and T. A. CoUlns. The new Democratic executive committee are G. W. Tison, C. Dixon, T. A. Collins, C. M. Rai ney and William Perry. 7 Lamar's Diarrhea Mixture I simple medicine, but one thal given more relief in Cases c* ” Complaint than any other. Good rains have recently fallen and crops are booming. This is the season when the farm er generally restB, goes fishing and feels too lazy to pull fodder, but now they talk politics, and this new turn within itself is enough to make things lively. Farmers are better up on the issues of the day, and in our opinion there will come nearer every one voting at the com- lng election than ever before, gome seem alarmed at the atti tudo(maybo it is the magnitude) of" the working people, in becoming interested in public affairs. But they are only availing themselves of a privilege that heretofore they have neglected, and for this fact, if no other, that they have made no demands before, but have acceded to every one or granted to others, they now should not be abused and treated with distrust, for no other reason than that they are pursuing a policy that in their opinion is to their Interest. Let them talk poli tics or go fishing as they like. In our report of the Schley conn- ty mass meeting we said that Hun- nicutt’s name was put before the convention. We learn since the vote for commissioner was put twice, and all three were put before the convention on the first ballot. We came In just as the second vote by acclamation was being taken, and only Nesbitt and Henderson were voted upon, and as we know some who favored the other candi date, we mentioned the fact. The question of reconsideration was tho only point contested. But we be lieve all are quiet on this question, as it is evident the result would have been the same under a differ ent method. In Introducing young Tison at the Hopewell picnic we said, or in tended to say, that he bad prepared no speech for that occasion. We learn that he had at some time in the remote past mapped out a line of thought for an address on a dif ferent occasion that was never de livered. Any way it was credita ble. And as for our friend Ed Mo., every word of his address was Impromptu. Ed. 1b one of the most fluent, easy and ready speakers of his age in this part of tho Slate. Invite him to deliver an address anywhere and on any subject, and give him 24 hours to prepare and you will be ashamed you evor entertained tho idea of that little speech requir ing preparation. Wo learn the friends of Mr. T. H. Wilkinson, secretary of the Coun ty Alliance, are urging him, as the seventh man, to enter the race for Clerk of the Court—won’t things be lively? . Is Ellavillo on a boom? If ex travagant prices for city lots and real estate arc an Indication, she is. There is money that is preferred to he invested In ImprovomeutB tliero that Is going to other places for no other reason. True, the big hotel has done much- to tnako property more desirable, yet tills has been done by the euterpriss of one man and Is commendable for others to do as much, by offering their Im proved city property at reasonable rates, and then the town must do better. A candidate for tho legislature, clerk, or anything else? We hope that will not have to refute these allegations any more. Most em phatically we want no office, nor is there one that is to be offered that wo, under any circumstances, could accept. A teacher’s position, to scribble for the local and literary press the privilege to advo cate any measure we believe to be right without paying allegiance to any individual or class is what we want, and what we expect to have. Men of business conceive their places, then put tiiem lu operation. This seems to be the kind of confi dence that Is boasting up Rodgers- vllie. We learn that a building and loan association has struck the town. Reliable report says that a coutem- { dated thirty thousand dollar hotel s a real certainty. It being near the celebrated Knowlton mineral springs, it it proposed to make It a summer resort, and t& connect with the spring by tram road or hacks. This idea has been long entertained, and, mark my word. It Is bound to become acertainty. No one need fear to put money In the enterprise. There are several casee where glanders are reported in Schley county. It is (aid that Mr. T. A. Collins haa several bead of stock affected, and Mr. Sid Murpbey one. “More Anon” In the Recorder of a recent date, concludes the “News” is. against the formers movement, but after reading the article roferred to, wo conclude the editor has placed himself upon neu tral grounds, and his only motives arc to advocate harmony. FROM MOSSY DELL. Mossy Dell, Ga., July 17.—Rev, Everett preached to a large con- gregation Sunday at Providence After the sermon followed their an- nual foot washing, which was a very sad scene. Mrs. W. G. Forrest spent last week with her mother, Mrs. Dav enport, near Americus.,, Mrs. Joiner, and her sister, Miss Wesson, of AnderBonville, are vis iting Mrs. Lou Davison. Miss Kurllne Kemp, of Albany, is spending some weeks with rela tives near Bottsfoad. Mr. W. G. Forrest gave an ice cream supper last night, which was largely attended and well enjoyed by all present. Miss Emma Wise, of Plains, vis ited her father, Mr. Joe Wise, last Saturday night. Mrs. Camilla Wise and Miss Min nie Glass, of Magnolia Springs, dined at Mr. D. S. Derrick’s Sun day. Mr. G. E. Hiller, of Terrell county, while coming down the hill at Boggy Branch lost Sunday, his mule fell down. Little or no dam age was done. Mr. John King, Mrs. Fannie Addy, and Misses ,Eula Weils, and Fleeta Wiso, dined at Mr. Phil Jennlng’s Sunday. Mr. Jesse Caldwell, of Palm Springs, Fla., is very ill with ty phoid fever at his sister’s, Mrs. J. L. Forrest. We hope to hesr of bis recovery soon. Tyre Wise, who has been sick for some time, we are glad to say is nr w recovering. Mr. Charley Davison is spending his vacation with relatives in Car- torsvilie. Mr. Duudon, who has been teach ing school at Mossy Dell, left last Thursday for his home in Ken tucky. We hope he will come back next fail and take the school again, for every one is well pleased with him and thinks ho is the right man in the right place. His many friends regreted very; much to see him leave. Some of’ the young ladles are wearing a sad look. Cheer up ladleB and hope that he will come back in the near future. L. L. D. MOSSY DELL. FROM DAWSON. Dawson, Ga., July 23 Dallas Beckworth, the colored barber who haa resided in this city oyer since the war, died at bis home last Thursday of consumption. Ho was a good, honest man, and had many friends among the white people of Dawson and Terrell county. Mr. W, E. Riordan baa sold out his liquor business to Messrs. Dan iel and Bolton, has purchased the stock of Stephens and Nasworthy and is occupying one of the rooms of the Loyless block up town. Messrs. Cheatham and Farrar have moved into their new store, and their former one will be occu pied by Mr. G. M. Davis, of Ameri- ous, as a furnl'ure store. Messrs. McLain Bros. & Co. have moved into tbelr elegant new store aoross the street.' Capt. M. H. Marshall has been elected manager of the Alliance warehouse for the ensuing year. Rev. I. W. Waddell, of Cathbert, preached In our Presbyterian ohuroh last Saturday and Snnday. Mr. John O. McNulty, of Colum bus, visited h<s mother- and other relatives snd friends in this oity last week. Mr. John Jolly, of Quitman coun ty, visited relatives and friends here last week. Mrs. Mattie Patterson, of Stowart county, is visiting In the city, tho guest of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. H. S. Boll. Mr. George E. Dennard, of Wes ton, was In the city on business yesterday. Miss Ada Jolly left yesterday for Buena Vista to spend a few weeks. Miss Charlie Cheatham is on a visit to friends In Gainesville, Ga. The crops of all kinds are very fine throughout Terrell county. We are having an abundance of rain, and the. weather continues cool and oloudy. Rev. W. M. Hayes, of Americus, is here assisting in the protracted meeting. All are glad to see and hear him. The Constitution’s proposed boy cott of the northern ahd western merchants and manufactures, In case tho force bill becomes a law, takes like hot cakes in this section. J.A.F. Bain Reeded—An Enjoy able Picnic— Porsonal Mention, Etc. Mossy Dell, July 23.—Rain hfcs been stirring about for several days, but unfortunately we have not bad any ns yet. Hope we will not be missed for rain Is needed badly. Borne few of the farmers are be ginning to pull their fodder. The public road that was to ex tend from Squire Moore's through Messrs. D. L. Derrick’s and Dan Forrest’s places, was staked out yesterday, and is to be cut out to day. Miss Burliuu Kemp, of Albany, who visited relatives near Botsford last week, is spending this week near Friendship Church, at her cousin’s Mr. Luke Forrest. Mr. J. W. Jennings and lady, of Webster, spent the day with Mr. Phil Jennings yesterday. They went down to Mr. Jennings' fish pond and caught a carp that weigh ed three pounds. We guesB a good many of his neighbors would like to spend the day with Mr. Jennings If he would take them down and let them catch fish, too. Mrs. James Johnson has been very ill, but we are glad to say is now improving. Mr. Warren Wisbum and Miss Sallle Smallplece were married last Sunday. After the marriage they had a nice dinner, and Monday his brother gave them an infare. We wish this happy couple a long, happy and prosperous life. The Botsford young people had a picnic at the Magnolia Springs last Friday, which was well enjoyed by all wbo were there. May they have another one in the near future. Miss Connie Stroud, of Troy, Ala., who lias been visiting rela tives at Providence for the past three months, Is speaking of going home next Thursday. We regret very mneh to see her leave, but hope she will come again. Some of the young men will be wearing sad faces after she leaves. Rev. J. S. Elmore burled one ot hie children, Miss Earnest, at the the Lutheran barylng ground. The family did not think she would live long, but had no Idea sho would die so soon. We extend to tho*bereaved family our heartfelt sympathies. L. L. D, Mai. Belknap Bead. Morris S. Belknap, late General Manager of the Central road, died In Louisville, Ky., on Saturday. His death will be lamented by all who knew him, for he made friends of sll with whom he came In contact. He was an educated, euterprlslng gentleman, progressive in bis Ideas and aetive In their execution. Ho left the management of the Central less than a year ago to assume tho management of n large American banking Institution In Mexico, but his health gave way aud he eamo back to the States but a short ttmo before his death. He -had many - personal friends in this oity who will sincerely monrn his belngthus removed in the prime of his life. Politics in, Webster. The Alliance of Webster county has recommended Hon. James P. Walker for the office of State Sena tor. Mr. Walker several years agJ acceptably filled this office, and as It is conceded that it is Webster’s turn to name the candidate, it Is presumed that he will have no op position. It is generally conceded that Mr. Robert Stapleton will be the next Reresentatlve from Webster, as the Alliance and all classes fovor bis candidacy. Bueklen’a A rules Salve The best Salve in the world tor Cuts, Bruises, Sores, Ulcers, bait Rheum, Fever Sores, Tetter, Chap ped Hands, Chilblslnst Corns, and all Skin Eruptions, and positively curies Piles, or no pay required. It is guaranteed to give perfect satis faction, or money refunded. Price 25 cents per box. For sale bv Dr. E. J. Eldridge. A Nebraska farmer jotted down the tariff taxes on the goods he used, for a year and made a total of $142*. 02. His other taxes paid to county and State were only $76.82. It is, perhaps, unnecessary to add that he is an ardent tariff reformer. Go thou and do likewise. The naming of the local division of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers ificr Superintendent Marshall, ot -the S. A. road, was a high compliment to that gentleman and shows the esteem in which he is held by his employes. Lamar’s Diarrha'aMixturo khoyld always be kept handy. It is the best medicine for Bowel Complaint that you can nee.