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| Below I give a clipping from i “G. Forward. a missionary y peri- j odical of accept ion a 1 merit. The incident is replete with en co uragement for Christians, calcn- j iated to strengthen their faith, and is a practical illustration and fulfilment of Isa LY—11. With such a convincing illustra tion of the power of the Gospel before us, let us have more’ faith in God, and do our part toward carrying the Word of God to th ose •■who sit in darkness and theshod f death. 7 > 0 \v o WHAT A TESTAMENT FOUND IN THE WATER DID. BY BEV- HENRY LOOMIS. In the year 1854 a fleet of war ships entered the harbor of Nagas aki. This was before any treaty with England, and such an event created great excitement. A large force of troops was detailed to watch the vessels and prevent any trade or intercourse with the peo ple, The commander-in-chief was named Wakasa Murata, and he was accustomed to go out in a boat to see that all wa 3 right and that no secret communication was attempeted. Bread on the Waters. On one of these excursions he discovered in the water a small pocket Testament , which was quite unlike any book he had ever seen, a? id he was very anxious to know its *ontents. After considerable inquiry he learned from some Dutrh interpreter that it told of Godam Jesus Christ. This only in crease l his curiosity to understand it all ; and having heard that there was a translation in China, he sent to Shanghai and procured a copy. Having returned to his home at Saga, he began the study of the Testament, induced four others to join him. One of these was a brother named Ayabe and another a relative named Motono. Ayabe. In the Autumn of 1862 Ayabe came to Nagasaki for farther in structions, and was taught bv Rev. Dr. Verbeck. During the follow ing spring this man came one night to Dr. Verbeck and warned him of danger to himself and fam ily if they did not leave at once. It is probable that this cautiion saved their lives, as they fled to China and remained there until the serious troubles which follow ed were ended. Motono. When Dr. Verbeck returned, he found that Ayabe had received some jovernment appointment which removed him from Nagasa ki, and it seemed that all his 1 . ■ hors and prayers were to be in vain. But not long after Mr. Murata sent Motono (who had learned to read English) w th in structions to read over and get explanations of such-portions of the Scriptures as they could,, not understand; and also to procure any books that would be helpful to them in their studies of the Word of God. In this manner the Bible class was carried on for nearly three years—the faithful messenger often making the two days’ journey to Nagasaki and re turning in due time with the de sired knowledge. (( After Many Days. 15 On May 14, 1866, a messenger came to Dr. Verbeck and announc ed that some high officials from the Province of Hizeu had arriv ed. and desired him to appoint a day and hour for an interview. I<> his great joy and surprise these wen proved to be Mr. Murata with his brother Motona. At the appointed time Mr. Mu rata and his train appeared. He "as then one of the ministers of state, or governors of the province, bi appearance he was tall and * dignified, with a most pleasing ex pression. He said to Dr. Verbeck, I have long known you in my Wind, and desired to converse with >’mi;andl am very happy that, ln God’s providence, I am at last permitted to enjoy this privilege.” ^ vvo Ids sons were with him. These men had evidently receiv ed the Word with all readi ness mind, and now sought only for some additional light in reference to Christian character and cus toms. In the course of their con versation Mr. Muratasaid: ‘‘Sir, cannot tell you my feelings when for the first time I read the ac count of the word of Jesus Christ. I had never seen, heard of or lra agined such a person. I was. filled with admiration, overwhelm ed with emotion, and take n cap tive by the record of his nature and life.” He showed great, fa miliarity with the Bible, made several pertinent quottaions, and was prepared to believe all that Jesus said, and to do whatever he required. Worker. In Praise of Chamberlain’s CoI= ic, Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. < < Allow me to give you a few words in praise of hamberlain’s olic, holera and Diarrhoea Rem edy.” says Mr. John Hamlet, of Eagle Pass, Tex. ? 1 I suffered one week with bowel trouble and took all kinds*of medicine without get ting any relief, when mv friend, Mr. . Johnson, a merchant here, advised me to take this remedy. After taking one dose I felt great ly releved and when I had taken the third dose I was entirely cured. I thank you from the bottom of mj- heart for putting this great remedy in the hands of man kind. ? J For sale by ight & Browne. To remove paint—Kiss a fash ionable young lady on the cheek. Don’t think that every sad eved woman vou meet has loved and lost; perhaps she loved and got him. Don’t blame a man if he thinks more of his typewriter than he does of his wife; you know he can dietat to his type. Don’t mistake your into^busi- crlling Ifyou have brains, go ness; if you haven’t go into so ciety. if vour calling interfeers with base ball, play ball. Don’t laugh at a girl because she can’t hit the side of a barn with a brick; you might marry her some day, then you’d bt glad. The judgment of Solomon was great, but he never tried to umpire a game of ball. A banana peel on the side walk is a nuisance and the man who steps on one generally tumbles to the fact. A baseball nine is called a team, but what the team calls the umpire W ouldn’t look well in print. [f a man has the right stuff in him, it’s bound to come out. That’s what makes some men’s nose red. The richest man in the world was born without a cent in his pocket. —Ex. Only Did His Duty as He Saw it. “I deem it my duty to add a word of praise for ChamberJam’s Colic, Cholera and Diarrhoea Rem edy,” says J. Wiley Park, the well Known merchant and post master at Wiley, Kv. I have been sell iug it for three or four years, and it gives complete satisfaction. Several of my customers tell me they would not be without it for anything. Very often, to my knowledge, a single dose has cur ed a severe attack of diarrhoea, and I positively know that it will cure the flux (diseutery). You are at liberty to use this testi inonial as you please. J J Scld by Wight & Browne. We are now prepared to any 7 and all kinds of job mg in a neat and artistic ner and at short notice, when you want printing give us a chance to please you workmanship and you will | us by giving you good work. VV A flfl ^mixm r / ieke “Elastic** Bookcase tgss p* and Desk combined. Permits as much or as little Comprises book space Desk as wanted. Unit with | ifflll£flii1ft j j few or many Book Units as imsip?— desired. Roomy, conven- Paia&'gg g j ient, attractive. Call and see | ! it or write for catalogue 104 n me exciQslve ooetits lor inese goods, ii yoo ure MiHg lor g present We also have a nice line of Combination Cases AND WRITING DESKS, which are both useful and ornamental. When in need of FURNITURE remember that we carry the entire line and can meet your wants. 3mtfm £c 5 O. NEW CRGP OF Turnip, Ruta Baga and Cabbage Seed just received at Peacock’s m Drug Store, Thomasvile, Georgia. Agency Sherwin Williams Paints. 116 Broad Street. DR W M. SEARCEY, . DENTIST Office next to Wight & Browne Drug Store. Cairo, Georgia. ~JOHN R. SINGLETARY, ATTORNEY. . CAIRO. GEORGIA. Office over B. F. Powell’s store. Commercial law and Collections. tfrl W. EARLE OLIVER, PHBSICIAN & SURGEON. Cairo, Goorgia. Residence ’Phone No. 47. Office ’Phone No. 12. Boarding House. Broad St., Cairo, Ga. Rates—$1.00 Per Day. Fare and Service Excellent. Mrs. Jennie Bell, Proprietress. NOTICE! Cairo, Ga,, Sept. 21, 1904. On and after Oct. 1st, all cows and goats, running at large in fire limits of the town, will be im pounded and an impounding fee of 50c per head and in addition 10 c her head for each day they are held in the pound will, bo collect ed. R. L. Van Laudingham, Mayor. * w I New Stables. I have just opened up a new on Bryan street near the right-of-way of the R. R. in Cairo, Ga. I am now ready to serve the public with first-class turnouts. Prices reasonable. Special attention given to com mercial service. Prompt attention to all. W. D. BARBER, Cairo, Qa. FOR SALE. Seven mdes north of Cairo, Ga., 560 acres of good farm land 150 acres cleared; one five room painted house, plenty good ten ant houses. I will either sell or trade for property near Cairo. Call on or address, W. G. Baggett, Cairo, Ga. The: :: Jewelry Store.:: On hand at all times a large stock of Watches, Clocks,Sil verware, Spectacles and In struments of all kinds. 1 have Watches from $2.25 to $75.CJ I have Rings from 25c to *10.00 Will soon have in a full line of New Clocks, Rogers Knives and Spoons. If you are think ing of buying a Piano or Or gan, if you need anything in my line I can fit your taste and your purse. Come in and talk it over wifdi me. Bring all your watches and clocks that need mending. *J. O. WILHAMS, Jeweler, CAIRO, s I -■ V Shoe Facts If you are having trouble with shoddy shoes, put your feet into a pair of the Brown Shoe Co’s Shoes. They are best by evety test. We have the most complete line in town to select from, in all shapes and leathers, tor Men, Women and Children. We invite comparison on these well known Shoes. J. L. Oliver, Exclusive Dealer for Cairo. CANE MILLS TJie Best Cane Mill on the Market today is the SutherM Mill Twenty Sizes and Styles for Steam a Horse Power TWO and THREE ROLLERS. Catalogue and Net Prices on Application. D. T. Sutherland, Machine Works and Foundry, Bainbridge, : Georgia. Be sure and ask for the Sutherland Mill, it is the best. Mill Supplies And Steam Fittings 1 am better prepared than ever to do all kinds of work in my line. Harry J. Hart, Tinner and Steam Fitter, CAIRO, GEORGIA. Repair work of all kind done at reason^ ale prices. The City Shaving Parlor. c a I a 6 Shaving, Shampooing, Hair Cutting, Massages, Etc. <? * c t Prompt and Polite Attention, Expert Workmen, Tharp Tools, * Clean R. Linen G. LEWIS at all times. & SON, Public Proprietors. Patronage Solicited. Cancer Positively Cured! Any one suffering from this dreadful disease can be readily and permanently cured by ap plying to A. S. Powell of Whigham, Ga., who can furn ish testimonials of persons nearby whom you may consult personally of his as to the perma nency treatmeut. A. GOLDSTEIN, North Side, Broad St., CAIRO, QEOROIA. Dealer in Dry goods, Notions, Hats, Shoes, and General Merchandise. I respectfully solicit a share of the public’s patronage. motto: Quick Sales and Small Profits. *