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fiENRY COUNTY WEEKLY tlam|ttoii,Ga.,October 17, 1879. MARKET REPORT. PRODUCE. Corrected weekly by Z. T. Man ton. Dealer in Dry Goods anil Uroceiies. Fl""'’ 85 75 to 6 50 Magnolia Hams 12 Clear Rib Sides 7 ’.’ 9 to 10 Molawpfl S T rw Orleans Syrup 40 to 60 New Orleans Sugar 9 to H Corn 85 9ft Cfhickvns 10 to 20 Feg« 15 ko’ter 12% to 20 Wheat Bran, | 00 Hay 1 50 Oats 50 to 65 COTTON STATEMENT. Corrected weekly by George Schafer, Cotton Factor. Niw York 10 9 16 Atlanta 1(1% Savannah 9% Hampton 9%n9% Receipts to date, 3 744 DAILY HACK LINE. Leaves McDonough - - 7:00 a. m. Arrives at Wampton, - - 10:00 a. m. Leaves ffamnton. - - 3:30 p. g. Arrives at McDonough, • - 6:00 P. M. Fare. 81 00. J. W, Maxwell. Around Town. The Griffin Fair is booming. This weather is bad on cotton. Sim Spangler has invested in n new horse. Our Superior Court meets next Monday. Twelve trains pass this place every day. There is not a single vacant house in town. Services at the Baptist Church next Sabbath. Bureaux, Bedsteads, Cabinet Stands, etc., at S. S. Middleton’s. The Post Office has been removed to the store of D. W. Dorsett. Quite a number of oar citiceos attended the “Jasper Centennial.” Confectioneries of all kinds at Mitchell & Henderson’s. Flknrt Grippin candidly admits that the orguioettc “beats hit time.” Overcoats, every style, quality and price, at A. Glaser’s. ’SquiRE Tidwell went up to adjourn the Legislators last Wednesday. Full house setts of Furniture at 8. S. Middi.hton’B. The timo draweth nigh, and two food heurts are trying to catch the step. On and after October Ist we will sell ex clusively for cash. Harper & Turner. Mr. J. T. Burpord will shortly remove with his family to Sunny Side, where he will abide for a season. D. W. Dorsrtt’s is the place to find the heat assortment of glass, crockery, tia and wooden ware. Mr. Wesley Smith came home this week. We are glad to know he is rapidly conva lescing from his recent illuess. Latrrt improved Spring Mattresses, of diflerent kinds, at S. S. Middleton's. Tom Fiklds, Jr., has an old gray horse that is said to be second only to a greased streak of lightning in point of speed- Smith says the best floor pans oat the best biscuit, so he will continue to bay flour of D. W. Dorsett, Married.—On the 10th inst., Rev. H. G. Andrews officiating, Mr, W. J. Hand to Wise Susan E. Phillips—all of this county. Six hundred pounds of fresh assorted candy, just received at Mitchell & Henderson’s. Remember, you can have a suit of clothes made to order at the same price a ready made suit would cost, by going to W. C. Sloan’s. Your drag store accounts are now dne. Come up and settle and save costs. Oct. lfitb, 1879. Pebbles & Read. Please bear in miod that the printer must lire as well as the balance of mankind, and don’t forget to pay your subscription dues next week. The “Sonthern Cook” and "Improved Capitola”—bast cooking stoves in the mar ket—at A. Glasee’s. A pvrh heart nod clear conscience are prerequisites to happiness always. Then pay for yoar paper and be happy. Besides, we Deed the money. Fine lot of Chain —beat ever offered in Hamptoo for the priee—at 8. 8. Middleton's. Mr. W. P. Wilson has bought the J. D. Kipper house, nod about the first of next month will take possession. Mr. Nipper will go to Griffta. “O, what a deliciooa cup of coffee! Where'd you get it V “Got ft at [). W. Dorsett’a.” “The sugar, too T” “Yea—all.” Mr. R. C. Manley is making arrange ments to move hie family to Hamptoo. He has secured a house already, and in a short time will bring bis family up. Look for S. S. Middletoo's sigo when you He is now with Austell & Mangum, Atlanta, one of the largest dry goods hon«es in the State. This will be remembered by bis friends. Parttfs supplied wi'h Nuts, Raisins, Candies, Fruit, etc , at Mitchell k Henderson’s. The Messrs. Bernhard have purchased a fine ten-horse power engine, and will run their mill by steam hereafter. It was built by the Taylor Manufacturing Co., and sold by A. J. Henderson. Harness and Saddles cheap ; Boots and Shoes cheap ; Boots and iSboes made to order a specialty. Repairing,done promptly. All at J. T. Bright’s. One of o«r oldest and best subscribers says be hna been trying for two years to get bis consent to have bis paper stopped, but can’t do it. It’s as necessary to bis enjoy ment as meat and drink, be says. You needn’t look before yon leap. If you are in front of D. W. Dorset’s wby just leap right in, and yon will be pleased to find that all the goods you want are before you. The prices will suit, we know. A bint to the wise, etc. The Quarterly Conference of the Method'st Protestant Church, Henry Circuit, Georgia District, will meet at Mt. Carmel in extra session on Saturday, Bth of November next, at 1 o’clock, p. m. G. A. Hill. Report has it that a blnshiDg young bachelor iu the Carmichael neighborhood is packing his grip-sack preparatory to making the tour matrimonial. The firs’, letter of his name is Sid M . Full details in a lat«r issue. Timely Notice. —Those who booght pro visions of me during the summer are hereby □otified that their notes are now due. Much trouble may be averted by making early settlement. Gkorob Schaefer. Oct. 10th, 1879. We will be in McDonough next week, and those of our friends who may wish to pay their subscription dues will have an ex cellent opportunity of doing so. Don’t be bashful; just come forward and give us the grip—we’ll know yon. Look Out ! —All parties indebted to me, either by note or account, are hereby noti fied that the same are now duo. I need the money, and must have it at once. An early settlement will save costs. October 3d, 1879. Z. T. M anson. Friend (to returning excursionist) — “Where her yet been, Joe!” Joe—" Been down ter Savanner ter see that fellow Jasper buried. Tbar was sicb a blamed big crowd etandiu round, though, I couldn’t git ter see the grave, much less the corpse. It war’ orful." All parties indebted to the old firm of Turnipseed 4: Guilt, and to W. W. Turnip seed, are requested to come forward and set tle immediately, and save trouble and ex pense. I need the money. October 3d, 1879. W. W. Turnipsknd. Those who are in the habit of mailing letters on the train, should bear in mind that our postmaster derives bis support from the cancellation of stamps alone now —not sales, as heretofore—and every letter mailed on the train is just that much out of his pocket. All parties iudebted to me, either by Dote or account, are hereby notified that I have placed the same in the hands of Mr. J. A. Morris for collection. Please take no tice, and make prompt settlement as they fall due. J. 8. Wyatt. Sept. 27th, 1879. A negro named Gus Maund secreted him self in Horper A Tnrner’s store one eveomg last week, and while all were at supper, stole three watches and robbed the drawer of about fifteen dollars in money. He was arrested a few hours afterwards, but man aged to escape, and has contrived to success fully elude bis pursuers so far. Who shall say we are not honored among men t We received a commission from King Rex last week, granting to ns the rank, state and title of High Lord Chamberlain, etc., and urging our attend ance upon the festivities of the gala season in Atlanta. We shall endeavor to show our appreciation of the distinguished honor by attending. Notice !—AH notes aod accounts due the firm of J. B. McDaniel A Co. can be found in the office of J. B. McDaniel. Until fur ther notice we will pay 10 cents for middling cotton in settlement of same; and unless promptly settled we shall be forced to the disagreeable necessity of placing them in the hands of an officer for collection. J. B. McDaniel A Co. Sept. 27th, 1879. There is on exhibition at narper A Turner's store the neatest contrivance for drawing water that we have ever seen. It is vastly superior to the old-fashioned windlass or pump in every respect, and ranch more durable. By the use of this ele vator it is said one thousand gallons of water can be drawn in an hoar’s time, aod with less fatigue than by any other process. Read the advertisement in another column, and then go and see the apparatus. George Stevens, a tenant on Mr. Smith Griffin’s place, exhibited a stalk of cotton this week bearing 260 fully developed bolls, crop. It was of the variety known as ‘ Dickson’s Pro’ific,” and seemed to he re garded as a curiosity by those interested in the growth of the staple. Mr. George Schaefer shipped it to New York on Tues day last, where it is now on exhibition. You hove probably beard of the orguin ette * Yes? Well, you should see it. We interviewed it last Tuesday ; Joe Tomlinson bad it, and we confess our readiness to as sert that It is the greatest musical wonder •f the age. It bids fair to eclipse all other instruments with which it may be brought in competition, not excepting even the soft toned and mildly-melodious band-organ. The ntnsic is arranged on sheets of paper, numerous perforations representing the notes. One of these sheets is introduced Into the machine, in pretty much the same manner yon would feed a cane-mill. Yon then turn a crank, a la band-organ, and the result is simply astonishing. The most delightful music is induced by this operation, every note sounding fall, clear and distinct. We were entertained with various selections for half an hour or longer, and when it was finally carried out we could not repress a feeling of ndmiration for the thing, small aDd unprepossessing as it was. Mr. Tomlin son has the agency for this county, and we have no doubt be will sell a great many. Hurrah for Fayette! Mr. Editor:— Four young ladie«—Misses Fannie Hudson, Mollie Marsbborn, Hester Marshborn and Alice Teel—picked 1665 pounds of cotton in two days. Cotton picked on Mr. Reuben Jackson’s premises and weighed by Mr. Jackson. No need of yonng men going West to seek their fortunes when such girls as these are to be found in Fayette county. A. Y. M. To Prevent and Cure tL,4r*aa and Colds a reliable remedy is necessury in every house hold. Parker’s Ginger Tonic is just the medicine needed. It radically cures Coughs, Colds, Sore Throat, Bronchitis and even Consumption if used in time, by its power ful specific action od the Stomach, Kidneys, Skin, Liver and mneoas surfaces of the Throat and Lungs. It accomplishes the cure iu a wonderfully short time, and re moves all pain and soreness of the lungs. It is also a most valuable stomachic remedy, effectually removing Dyspepsia, Headache, Liver Disorders, Costivencss, Nervousness, Low Spirits, Wakefulness, Heartburn, Cramps, Palpitation of the Heart, Sour Stomach, etc., and gives a cheering comfort and freedom from pain that surprises every one. Buy aSO cent or 81 bottle and try it. Sold by all first-class druggists. Notice to Debtors and Creditors All parties indebted to J. G. Hughes, de ceased, are hereby commanded to Make im mediate settlement; and all parties having claims against said deceased are requested to present the same, properly attested, within the time prescribed by law, else they will not ba paid. L. T. BLACK.. Hampton. Ga., September 19th, 1879. GEORGIA—Henry County : Ordinary’s office. Sept. Ist, 1879. I, A. A. Lemon, Ordinary ol said county, do hereby certifv that I have tested William C. Sloan's weights and measures, and they come fully up to the standard weights and measures of the State of Georgia, which is now deposited in my office. Given under my band and official signature. Sept. Ist, 1879. A A LEMON, Ordinary. GEORGIA— Henry County. Ordinary’s Office, Oct. 2,1879. F M Hester, administrator of W Ilooten, deceased, has applied to me for leave to sell the real estate ol said deceased, for the bene fit of the heirs and creditors. If objections exist let them be filed within the time prescribed by law, else the leave will be granted. A A LEMON, 0c1354 Ordinary. ADMINISTRATOR’S SALE. BY v’rtnre of an order from the Court of Ordinary of Henry county, Ga., will be sold before the Coart-house door, in th* town of McDonough, said county, on the first Tuesday in November next, between the legal hoars of sale, the following property to-wit : 135 acres, more or less, of lot No. 149, in the Bth district of said county, it be* iog the western part of said lot. Sold as the property of John S. nunt, deceased, for the benefit of the heirs and creditors. Terms cash. Sept. 23d, 1879. JNO. J. LANEY, Administrator. ADMINISTRATOR'S SALE. BY virture of sn agreement between the widow aod the heirs at law of John Bryan, late of said county, deceaaed.aod a'so by virture of an order from the Coart of Or dinary of Henry county, Ga., will be sold before the Court-house door in the town of McDonough, said county, on the first Tues day in November next, between the legal boars of sale, the following property, to-wit: One hundred and fifty acres ot land, more or less—line commencing at the river bridge and running along the McDonough road to the original lies between lots Nos. 46 aod 47. thence along the line between lota Nus. 50 ami 51 until It strikes the fence at a made corner, thence to the McDonough road at the head of the branch, thence along the branch to the river, thence down the river to the bridge, including parts of three lots. Nos. 46, 47 and 50, ail in the Bth district of Henry county. 8o!d as the property of John Bryan, late of said county, deceased, for the benefit of the heirs of said estate Terms cash. Sept. 23d, 1879 I. B. BRYANS, Administrator oe bonis non. Legal Blanks of all kinds for sale at The , .kly nth.,.- New merchant, NEW GOODS’ AND lew Prices! I AM now prepared to offer rare induce* ments to consumers. My object is to sell honest goods, dividing the usual lurge profits asked with my customers. I mean wbat I say; call and I will prove what I have asserted. My stock consists principally of an assor ted lot of Groceries—graded Sugars, Coffees, Rice, Cheese, Mackerel, Sardines. Oysters, Oyster Crackers. Lemon Crackers, Soap. Starch, Candles, Flour, Laid, Meat and Meal, and a splendid lot of Tobacco and Cigars. My Dry Goods can’t fail to please, both in quality and price. I have a large stock of Notions and Fancy Goods, such as Ladies’ and Misses’ Shawls and Sacques, (zephyr and opera) plain and fancy Hose, Linen embroi dered and Silk Handkerchiefs, Ladies’ Col lars, Collarettes and Cuffs. Empress Fraire, Parisian Silk, Brocaded Dress Goods, and many other articles. I have also a large and well assorted lot of ready made Clothing, Boots. Shoes and Hats, Shining and Sheeting ; also, Gents’ and Indies’ Uuderwear. Mens’ Dress Shirts, from 81 up. Jeans from fifteen cents up. 1 most respectfully Invite the citizens of Henry and adjoining counties to call and ex amine my stock. B, W, DORSETT. Hampton, Ga., August 22;6m FOB TIE IHKEB MM 1 Finest Liquors and Boat Restaurant in Town! Having recently enlarged and otherwise improved my Saloon, to meet the require ments of a constantly increasing trade, I am now prepared to serve my patrons in a style that will insure a full return of pleasure for the money invested, and shall make it my aim to conduce to their comfort in every conceivable way. My stock of Wines and Liquors is not excelled in the State for purity, and I shall endeavor always to keep it up to its present standard. My restaurant, which is now open, will be in charge of Henry Scott, the best restaura teur iu Middle Georgia, and those desiring a good meal will always find here the very best that the market affords. Meals at all hours CIGARS I CIGARS I Beer on Draught! BILLIARDS AID POOL! Lovett’s "Private Stock" always on hand. Call and see me. B. P. THOMPSON. Hampton. On., Sept 19;tf Dep. SheriflPs Sale fur November Will be sold before the Court boose door in the town of McDonough, Henry county, Ga.. on the first Tuesday in November next, between the legal hours of sale, the following property, to-wit: Fifty acres of land, being part of lot No. 93, io the 12th district of said county, lying in the southwest corner, and bounded as fol lows : on the North by J W Henderson, on the east by Lewis Coleman, and on the south and west t>y Micajah James. Levied on as the property of Samuel B Skelton to satisfy one fi fa issned from Henry Superior Court in favor of J F Albert vs S tmoel B Skelton Parties in possession notified. Property pointed out by plaintiff’s attorney.' W A BELLA H. Dep. Sh’fl. ADMINISTRATOR’S SALE. BY virtue of an order from the Court of Ordinary of Henry county, Ga., will be sold before the Coart boose door in tho town of McDonoogh, Henry county, Ga., on the first Tuesday in October next, between the legal hours of sale, the following property, to-wit: South half of lot No. 185, in the sixth district of said county, containing 100 acres, more or less. Sold as the property of Thomas R Roberts, deceased, lor the beuefit of the heirs and creditors. Terms cash. September 3d. 1879. MILES H. CAMPBELL, sepsss Administrator. FI. B. JONES, REPAIRER OP Watches, Clocks and Jewelry, HAMPTON, GA. I am prepared to do all work in my line in the best workmanlike manner, and upon the most reasonable terms. All watch and clock work namst**.****:'*- GRAND FALL OPENING! THE BOTTOM KNOCKED OUT I UNPRECEDENTED LOW PRICES! HEW STORE AND HEW GOODS! HAVING jnst returned from market with an entirely now stock of goods, I am now prepared to serve my friends and customers with anything in the way of Dry Goods, Clothing, Notions, Boots, Shoes, Hats, Caps, CROCKERY AND GLASSWARE, CUTLERY, Etc., they may wish, and at prices that absolutely defy competition. I keep no shoddy goods; they are first class in every particular, and arc guaranteed to be as gaod as represented. I would direct attention to my Dress Goods Department especially, which the Ladisa arc cordially invited to cali and exumiue. I shall also keep a full line of Groceries, which I can afford to sell as cheap as anyone. Remember, I will not be undersold by anybody. Give me a call, at the new stort next to G. E. Wise's. A. Glaser. Hampton, Ga , September 25,1879. A Card to the Public! 1 0 the Citizens of Henry and adjoining Counties : Having located at Hampton nod engaged in the mercantile business, I beg leave to in form my old friends and the public generally that my stock of Dry Hoods, Clothing, Motions, Boots, Shoos, Eats, CAPS, DRUGS. HARDWARE, GROCERIES, Etc, Is now in, and I think ample enough to supply the wants of all. From an experience of twenty years in business I have come to the conclusion that good goods are the cheupeet to the buyer, and I shall CDdeavor to keep none but good good", and sell them ae low as can be afforded for the cash. Thanking you lor post patronage, I solicit a continuance of the same. Call and examine my stock before purchasing. CLOTHING MADE TO ORDER! I have been duly appointed to act as agent for Wanumaker & Brown, Philadelphia, tba largest clothing house in the world, and am now ready to receive orders tor any kind of clothing that may be desired. Suits made to order, from 813 50 to 830 00. according to quality. This is the only method of securing a good fit. nnd without rxtra cost. I have just received a full line of samples for the Fall trade of 1879. together with fashion plates descriptive of styles, eto., which I would be pleased to exhibit to those who may favor mn with a call. W. C. SLOAN. Hampton, Ga., September 26,1879. A FSW DRY SQQ2S SIOUX 13 021 fFIJI Have jnst opened with an entirely new and fashionable stock of Dry Goods, Cloth ing, Boota, Shoes, Hats, Etc., purchased direct at headquarters aud for Cash, which enubles us to DKFY ALL COMPETITION. DRESS GOODS. SILKS AND SATINS, CLOAKS AND DOLMANS, KNIT SHAWLS, SACQUES, COUSETB, ae. Our Clothing and Shoes were manufactured expressly for us, and we invite an examinaa tion of our stock and prices. Remember, our goods are all fresh and new, not shelf-worn or packed away from oue season to another for years past. Give us a call. MACK BROTHERS. sep26 No. 31 Hill street, (Flemister Sc Brooks’ old stand.) Furniture. S. S. Middleton, HAMPTON, GA., (las on hand a large and assorted stock of FURNITURE, Bureaus, Bedsteads, Chairs, Secretaries, Wardrobes, Cupboards, And is prepared to manufacture to order anything you need to furnish your house Upholstering and Cabinet work done in the latest style and with dispateb.f BfSk. Coffins always on hand. Millinery Goods. AffRS. A. LOWER has opened a Millinery ill Store at the old stand ot Mrs. J 8 WiL liams, No. 24 H ill street, Griffin, Ga., and has received a New Slock of goods in that line, and is prepared to furnish them to the ladies of Griffin and the surrounding country at the Lowest Possible Pri ce*. I shall always keep a iresh supply of such goods as my trade demands, and I ask the public to examine my stock before pur chasing. I have just received a fine assort ment of latest style drew hats, walking bats, children's hats, etc.; also a beautiful assort ment of pattern bats, and everything usually kept in the Millinery line. With the assis tance of Miss Mamie Jackson and Miss Kate Camp, 1 hope to be able to please all who will favor me with their patronage. octlOtf MRS. A. LOWER. GO TO XJ-I-PMPP’C 111. JLiikaAil—iiiL—k.» UI me . ivl'ii ' ALWAYS AT THE BOTTOM In Prices! And at the Top WITH AN UNTARNISHED Reputation for Fair Dealing I THIS may be called a fine speech by these who have never taken the trouble to nrnke my acquaintance, or to study toy mode of doing bosineas. Still, I don’t ask any body to take my word, or in fact to be InAi enced in any way by a mere advertisement, but cordially invite all to call and investigate for themselves, feeling sure I can prove that I mean business and every word I say. Fair dealing helps trade better than farir weather. Nothing but steady, low prices, year in and year out. wilf create and main tain a trade such as I have had since ) com menced business. No need of argument — prices alone tell the story. I have now in stock, and will cootinae to keep such articles as DRY GOODS, GROCERIES, BOOTS. SHOES, , HATS, CAPS, PLANTATION SDPPLfES, And a varied and choice assortment of GENERAL MERCHANDISE, Thanking my friends and patrons for their fornaer liberal support, I hope, by keeping the best ami selling as low as the lowest, to merit a continuance of the same. ZL T. Manson. Hamptoo, Ga„ March 21-lj -juoyjrAa vfvim