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About The Montgomery monitor. (Mt. Vernon, Montgomery County, Ga.) 1886-current | View Entire Issue (March 2, 1916)
Utatgotttfnj ifcmttar. Extra VOL. XXX. South Must Eradicate The Cattle Tick. The new South ought to engage largely in stock raising. The cli mate of the South, and in many sections of the South the soil, en courages stock raising, invites capital and rewards intelligent in dustry. But the cattle tick must be eradicated. The Federal govern ment is doing it can in this work. The State governments and the farmers themselves and the rail roads ought to co-operate in this work of redemption. It is foolish to be feeding ticks. ! What the farmer ought to do is to feed live stock; get them in condition to bring the highest prices in any market. When the tick has been eradi cated generally, and not in a tew states only, local packing houses will be profitable, or local stock yards at various shipping points will give the farmers access on reasonable terms to more distant markets. There are the things that the Southern farmer must keep in mind all the time. He cannot stand still. He cannot wait un til he knows the price of cotton. In war or in peace, the nations will want a good crop of cotton, and they will want more and more a larger supply of meat and other good eroDS. The South is the place to de velop a diversified agriculture, but to do it the Southern farmer must always be on the alert to protect his own interests by his own actions. Improve the grade of your live stock. Put it in proper condition to pay you for the labor and ex pense of feeding them- Consid er your soil and the products of your soil in connection with the markets, and, above all things, now, eradicate the cattle tick.— Home and Farm. Executors’ Sale. By virtue of item one of the last will and testament of Lith onia E. Rogers Blackwell, deceas ed, we the undersigned will sell on the first Tuesday (7th) in March, 1916, before the court house door of Montgomery coun ty within the legal hours of sale, all interest in a bond for title from S. M. Jones to said Mrs. J. B. Blackwell dated August 20th, 1913. Recorded in Book bonds, folio 102, on August 20th, 1913, Montgomery Councy Records, to the following described property: One lot containing one-half acre, more or less and fronting 135 feet on street leading from Institute street to Mt. Vernon depot, running back 210 feet but being only 66 feet wide across the rear of said lot, being bound ed on the north-east by said street leading from Institute street to Mt. Vernon Depot, on the south east by A. M. Gates lot, on the south-west by a 20 foot alley and on the north-west by the other lot hereinafter described. The other lot containing one half acre, more or less and front ing on the street leading from Institute street to Mt. Vernon Depot 105 feet and extending back 210 feet, being the same width at back as at front, said lot being bounded on the north east by said street leading from Institute street to Mt. Vernon Depot, on the south-east by the lot described above, on the south west by lands belonging to War ren Crawley and on the north west by lands belonging to said Warren Crawley (or owned by said Crawley at the execution of said instrument) being the lot of land purchased from Warren Crawley by H. T. Maddox, on March Bth, 1911. To be sold as the property of Mrs. Lithonia E. Rogers Black well. Terms cash. Neronia Rogers, Executrix, C. M. Settle, Executor of L ; thonia E. Rogers Blackweli. Earl Conner Dead. On Sunday night last, about 1 o’block, Mr. Earl Conner, son of Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Conner, died at their home near Charlotte. The young man had just reached man’s estate, 21 years, and his death was a great shock to family and friends. He had been sick only a few days, but the severe case of pneumonia proved fatal. The remains were laid to rest in the family cemetery near by. Mr. and Mrs. Conner have the sympathy of many relatives and , friends. New Committees for The Civic League. The following committees have been appointed by the President of the Civic League. The chair men are requested to call meet ings of their committees and get busy. Executive committee, Mrs. M. B. Calhoun, Mrs. A. B. Hutche son, Mrs. I). A. Mcßae, Mrs. Chas. Montgomery. Genera! Improvement Commit tee, Mesdames J. C. Calhoun, W. L. Wilson, F. Lee Mcßae, A. B. Hutcheson, C. H. Wright. Sanitary committee, Mesdames W. L. Wilson, Cockfield, Mont gomery. S. B. Morris, L. C. Underwood. Library Committee, Mrs. A. L. Lanier, Miss Inez Mcßae, Miss Claude McDonald, Miss Florence Adams, Mrs. J. E. Hunt. Poster Committee, Misses Jed die Cockfield, Stella Morris and Bessie Stuckey. Notice From Commissioners. j State of Georgia, Montgomery ; l County. Office of the Board of Commission ers of Roads and Revenues. Notice is hereby given that on and after this date all supplies for the county’s use, except in cases of emergency, shall be bought by the Board of Commissioners only, or by some one duly author ized by them to purchase such, according to schedule to be fur nished by said Board, or as the demand may arise. Done by order of the Board in regular session, this Ist day of February, 1910. Wm. Jones, Clerk. Administrator’s Sale. i Georgia—Montgomery County. By virtue of an order of the Court of Ordinary of said county, will be sold at public outcry on the first Tuesday in March, 1910 at the court house in said county, I between the usual hours of sale, the following real estate situate J jin Montgomery county to-wit: - One hundred twenty four acres of land situated in the 1886th Dis- Jtrict G. M. Montgomery county, Georgia, bounded on the north by Mrs. P. T. Jennings lands, on the .•usi by the Calvin Beasley lands. I in the south by the D. Coureon " lands, on the west by lands of George Smith. One house and lot in town of Soperton bounded on the north by College street, on the east by Cobia street, on 1 the south and west by Geo. L Hughes, fronting 50 feet and \ running buck 180 feet; five brick ; stores in the town of Soperton I known as the Hinson stores, front ing the M. D S. railroad and occupying lot No. 12 in Block No. 1 6in the town of Soperton. The i -ale will continue from day today ■ between the same hours until the :said property is sold. Terms to •| be cash. This Bth day of Febru ary, 1916 J. E. Hall, i Administrator of M. J. Hinson. Bones Wanted. i i • i Good, Dry Bones, in ton lots or upwards, delivered Savannah factory. Reply to XYZ, No 1, Monitor office, Mt. Vernon, Ga. i Good idea to pay up your sub jscription after reading this extra. MT. VERNON, GEORGIA. THURSDAY. MARCH 2. 1916. Radcliffe Chautauqua A Fine Acquisition. The greatest opportunity lor enjoying at little cost a series of most desirable entertainments, is now being offerad to the people of Mt. Vernon and the neigbor ing communities The Radcliffe name has been held in such es teem that we never dreamed of his chautauqua coming to our town; but it is coming—three days of pleasure and instruction that unquestionably refine and elevate, days that you will re member always as a great boon to our section. Posters describing the separate features will be circulated later, and you’ll see for yourself that they are of the class of enter tainments which one never sees for less than fifty cents; and yet the six are offered to you for half price, if you buy a season ticket $1.50. Children’s tickets will be SI.OO for the season. The price at the door will be announced la ter for those who are afraid to invest at wholesale rates. Os course they’ll feel differently la ter, and yet they’ll feel repaid for the extra expense of single tickets. We all like to be on the win ning side. So, evorybody, talk encouragingly that you may claim part of the credit for its success. Remember that “Opportunity” is caught only by the forelock. __ M - Preparation Counts. The farmer who had an idea that book learning and schools were not for him is a vision of the past. Today conditions would make one wonder how good far ming was done without agricul tural instruction. It was done, but not like it is done today. The way farmers flock to short cour ses and meetings, where scien tific principles are discussed, is proof enough that they need and appreciate the benefits derived. In no state is this spirit more prevalent than in Minnesota. Minnesota has many ways and means of educating the farmer to the betterment of his rural life. Each year farmers are bet ter versed on their work and each year sees decided improvements. Farmers of today cheerfully ad mit “'tisgreatto live and learn.” Southern Farming. Notice to Automobile Owners. The law requires that all motor vehicles be registered by March Ist. I have just received a sup ply of application blanks for this purpose, and these may be had by calling for them. This Feb. 28th, 1916, William Jones, Clerk Co. Commissioners. Election of Trustees. An election for trustees of the various schools of the county is called for Friday, March 3rd, 1916, from 2 to 4 o’clock p. m. The patrons of each school arc urged to be present at this elec tion. Select the best men availa ble for these places in order that the school affairs of the county may not lag. Respectfully, A. B. Hutcheson, ___ _ C. S. S. Chautauqua Dates March 20th to 22nd. Notice has just been received of the exact dates on which the chautauqua will be held in Mt. Vernon, viz: March 20, 21 and 22 inclusive. It is very probable that the local management will secure from the commissioners the use of the court room for the exer cises. The entertainment af forded will be high-class, and is being looked forward to with interesN Modern Priscilla Club of Uvalda Entertained. The Modern Priscilla Club was delightfully entertained by Miss Ada Langford of last week. As spring is gently approach ing each member seemingly filled with that spirit worked faithfully and diligently through the hour while music was ren dered by Misses Ada Langford and Beulah Moses. After dainty refreshments were served by the hostess and Miss Manona Campbell a short business meeting was held. The new officers elected were: Mrs. O. J. Whipple, pres., Mrs. J. R. Gray, vice-pres., and Mrs. W. M. Moses, sec’y. Besides the above officers, those present were Misses Alberta McNutt, Al ma Mills, Manona Campbell, Beulah Moses, Belle McAllister, Minnie Wells, Susie Gray, and Mrs. Walter Langford. Serious Accident to Dr. Palmer and Mr. Hudson. Yesterday about 1 o’clock, while Dr. J. W. Palmer and Mr. J. H. Hudson were returning from Lyons to Ailey in Dr. Pal mer’s car, the steering machinery became unmanageable, and the car dashed out of the road and ran about 45 yards, striking a wire fence and overturning, Mr. Hudson was caught under the car and one leg was badly bruis ed, besides receiving other bruises. Dr. Palmer was not so badly hurt and called for help and extricated Mr. Hudson from his perilous position. Dr. J. E. Hunt was called and attended to the wounded men, and it is hoped that nothing seri ous will follow their exciting ex perience. Dwelling Burned. Helena, Ga., Feb. 28. Yester day about noon the dwelling of Gus Foster was destroyed by fire. Mr. Foster was sick and was helped out of the house by his wife who also had to assist her son, Frank Foster, to get out as he had, just about a week ago, been operated on for appendicitis and was very weak. Little was saved from the dwelling and there was no insurance. The loss is estimated at $2,000. Gov. Harris Says He is Not Going to Quit. Atlanta, Ga. Feb. 28.-“! ain’t going to quit,” declared Governor Nat E. Harris, in away that made it a good deal more im pressive than if he had said “am not” when some friends asked him if he had heard anything about the rumors opponents were trying to circulate to the effect that he might withdraw. “I am not the quitting kind,” said the governor. “I have never had any idea of quitting. Jam in the race with both feet and two hands, and I am in it to stay. I expect in a very short time to ask the people to recognize in me a candidate worthy to succeed himself. I had hoped that the canvass would not be opened so soon and be so long drawn out, but it seems that the doctor has set his pegs arid gone to work, and I guess I may have to do the same thing.” 100-Day V elvet Be ans Choice 100-Day Velvet Beans, two dollars per bushel, delivered in five bushel lots or more. We handle planting peas, all kinds, and will deliver anywhere. Write for prices. Better peas, and better bagged than others you wiil buy, and sold delivered. H. M. FRANKLIN, ;j2sm Tennille, Ga. Soperton Ladies Entertain. Mesdames L. J. Holmes and C. A. Sumner were joint hostess es Monday evening at a party in honor of Miss Essie Taylor of Alston. The parlor was beauti fully decorated, and many games were indulged in. Among the many who attended were Misses Blanche Mishoe, Bes sie Barwick, Lyla Riddle, Selma and Eva Pritchett, Minnie Smith, Editha Johnson, Rena Ivey, Shel lie Durden, Levenia Tapley, Max ie Kennedy, Lucile Sumner, Na omi Mishoe and Miss Chapman; Mr. and Mrs. Cliff Roberson, Dr. 0. B. Moye, Col. J. I). Durden, Dr. Holmes, Messrs. Hollis and Clyde Holloway, Bill Estroff, Herman Futrill, Luther Phillips, Ledar Williamson, Willie Sam mons and Charlie Holloway. Kingston. Special C 'l'i'onpoinlenoe. Rev. McWhorter filled his ap pointment at the Baptist church Sunday. Mrs. Emma Harris of Midville is visiting her sister, Mrs. L. D. Morris. Mrs. Robert Paradise of near Vidalia is visiting Mrs. Mollie Swan. We are glad to know that Mrs. T. Screws is improving from a serious illness. Mesdames Hart, and Smith of Vidalia wore in Iliggston awhile Tuesday afternoon. Mrs. V. Mumphrey of Glen wood, who has been spending a few days here, returned to her home Tuesday. Miss Callie Tyson of Wrights ville is visiting Mrs. P\ Elton. We are sorry to know that Mr. Ben Johnson is still on the sick list, but we hope for him a speedy recovery. Messrs. Geo. Smith and An drew Hilton of Vidalia were visitors here Sunday. Mrs. John Hilton of Vidalia is visiting her father, Mr. Robert Gay, who is very sick. Misses Rosanna Mosley and Cora Harrell were visitors here Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Gay of near Lyons were visitors of the former’s father, Mr. Robt. Gay, Sunday. Mr. J. W. Crosby of Uvalda spent awhile with his sister, Mrs. J. C. Thornburg, Tuesday and Wed nesday. Miss Jessie Mae Sutton of near Glenwood is visiting her brother, Mr. Stephen Sutton. Mrs. Sumner of Soperton was at the home of Mrs. Swan Friday. Among t hose who attended the funeral and burial of Miss Mamu Lou Swan at Kemp were: Misses Ethel’Jackson, Jennie Carpenter, Jessie'Mae Sutton, Annie Poole, and Messrs. Sutton, Floyd John son, Forrest Linder, Rev. Sineath and her relatives of this place. The bereaved ones have our heart-felt sympathy. Basketball Tomorrow. We presume that you have not forgotten that Sandersville is booked to play Brewton-Parker on the latter’s court here tomor row, (Friday.) This will proba bly be the last game of the sea son, and lovers of the sport are expected to be on hand tomorrow as ternoon. Honor Roll of the McGregor School. Amoret Conner, Kathleen Con ner, R. D. O’Neal, Matthew Morris, Ruby Carpenter, Martin Morris, Wade Carpenter, Foy Mitchell, Truman Conner, Charlie C. Conner. EXERCISES AT ROSEMONT SAT. Plan to Organize a Troup Memorial Association for County. As announced last week, plans have been made for the organiza tion of the Troup Memorial Asso ciation at Rosemont Saturday, 4th inst., and the affair bids fair to be one of pleasure and profit. On account of the limited time, it has been difficult to perfect the program in detail. The prin cipal addres will be made by | Gen. Peter Meldrim of Savannah, well known to the people of Montgomery county as a match less orator and a gifted scholar. The exercises must begin promptly at 10 o’clock, in order to have the program rendered in time for those living in the sou thern portion of the county to reach home at a seasonable hour. Dinner will be spread on the | grounds, and those attending are invited to carry baskets and take part. The public is invited, es pecially those interested in the preservation of the memory of Governor Troup. During Jthe day there will be organized what will probably be known as “The Troup Memorial Association,” the purpose of which will be the preservation of the burial place and the advance ment of the rich history of the man and the part he played in that peculiar period of.Georgia’s history—almost the entire period between the Revolutionary and Civil wars. A literary feature will mark the deliberations of the society, and all are invited to unite in this effort. The program, subject to slight change, is as follows: Song— “America,” by Assembly. Invocation -Rev. Chas. Mont gomery. Paper Miss Beulah Martin. Selection Miss Jennie Butler. Address —Gen. P. W. Meldrim. Dinner hour. Dinner on the ground. Address—“Troup, a True Geor gian. Prof. B. H. McLarty. Selection—Miss Mary Pettit. Song -“Columbia.” By Assem bly. Organize Troup Memorial Asso ciation. Miss Swan of Higgston Died Very Suddenly. The town and community of Higgston was greatly shocked on Friday morning last when Miss Mamie Lou Swan had a sudden attack of heart failure, living on ly a few minutes afterwards. Her many friends did all in 1 their power for her, but God had called her to the heights beyond. She was 21 years years old, and had|been a member of the Meth odist church since she was about thirteen years of age. The buri ! al took plaee at Kemp. She leaves a mother, three sis ters and two brothers, besides other relatives and many friends l to mourn her untimely deaih. A Devoted Friend. Old War-time Shell Explodes in Fire. Kingsland, Ga., Feb. 28.—An ■old shell, apparently used during the Civil War, exploded when placed in a fireplace at the home of J. R. Kicklighter today, injur (ing five members of the family. The shell was found by a boy, and thinking it harmless, a sister had placed it in the fireplace to be used as an andiron. The ex plosion followed, enveloping the room in a mass of flames, frag ments of the shell flying in every direction. Two members of the family were struck, while the others were injured by burns. Edition NO. 44.
