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$ty gyald and ^Anptisp. Newnan, Ga., Friday, Marcn 16, 1888. WEEKLY CIRCULATION, 1,750. JAB. E. BROWN, Editor. FARMER WHATLEY TALKS. An Interesting Interview With the President of the County Alliance. We have intended for some time to interview Mr. S. L. Whatley, President of the County Alliance, with a view to securing what information we could concerning the objects and purposes of the organization, the condition of the order in this county, etc., but until this week we have been unable to hold him in one place long enough to answer our questions, or to submit to an interview at all. We cornered him last Tuesday, however, and by talking fast and em ploying various methods of intimida tion resorted to by the reportorial fra ternity when a refractory subject be comes entangled in the gins set to en trap him, we succeeded in eliciting the following information, which can best be given by reproducing the dialogue verbatim: Reporter—“Mr. Whatley, when was the Alliance introduced in this coun ty?” Mr. Whatley—“The first lodge was instituted about the 1st of June, 1887.” Reporter—“How many lodges were there in the State at that time?” Mr. Whatley—“Five. White Oak Al liance, in this county, was the sixth.” Reporter—“What purpose or interest did the farmers of Coweta have in or ganizing this movement?” Mr. Whatley—“For mutual benefit and protection. A majority of the members of White Oak Alliance origi nally belonged to old Bob Lee Grange, when that movement was so popular throughout the State, and the benefits derived from co-operation in all our business dealings induced us to pre serve our organization as a farmers’ club even after the Grange movement became extinct. We found that, by. co-operating, we could trade to better advantage, and "were accorded privi leges and immunities in our business dealings that we could not have ex pected had each man acted independ ently of the organization. Our club continued to meet together, as often as occasion required. On the 6th of June, at one of our regular club meet ings, we had a visit from J. B. Wilkes, one of the organizers sent out by the Farmers’ National Alliance. He ex plained the objects and purposes of the order, and as the spirit of the organiza tion was practically the same as that of our club, we could find no objection to it and were duly organized.” Reporter—“To what extent has the movement grown in Coweta county ?” Mr. Whatley—“We have now four teen sub-Alliances, comprising a total membership of about 750.” Reporter—“Do you find that your organization has been helpful to you in your various business dealings?” Mr. Whatley—“Undoubtedly. Here tofore, farmers who have been com pelled to purchase supplies on time paid the following prices: Bacon, av erage cash price, 8.9 cents ; average time price, payable November 1st, 11.6 cents. Corn, average cash price, 72 cents; average time price, payable No vember 1st, 98 cents. Assuming the average time of indulgence at four months, it appears that farmers have been required to pay 30 per cent, ad vance on cash prices for bacon for the four months’ time, which is equivalent to 90 per cent, per month. The per centage paid on time purchases of corn was even higher, amounting to 36 per cent, for four months, which is 108 per cent, per annum, or 9 per cent, per nonth. This has been going on ever Mr. Whatley—“With few exception!, no. There are perhaps four sub-Alli ances in the county that have selected trade-houses for this year; but I don’t suppose all the members of those lodges are under obligation to carry their trade to these houses. A large majority of the county members trade wherever it suits them, as heretofore, and I hear no complaints from any source. Since the merchants have found out that our organization is designed for self-protec tion solely, and does not seek to antag onize any interest—commercial, indus trial or otherwise—they have shown their appreciation of our efforts in this direction by meeting us half way on all propositions, when invited to do so. There is now, I am glad to say, a very satisfactory state of affairs in Coweta, regarding our business relations, and I trust this condition will not be disturbed.” Reporter—“Is it probable that the Alliance will take part in the various political contests of the coming cam paign ?—that is, will your organization be used to advance the political ends of any member of the Alliance who may offer for office?” Mr. Whatley—“Emphatically, no. According to our constitution and by laws it would be neither expedient or proper to lend the influence of the or der in aid of a partisan candidate, on any issue. Our organization includes in its membership men of varying shades of political opinion, and it would be manifestly unfair (even if it could be done, which I doubt-,) to concentrate the support of our entire membership upon a partisan aspirant. For these reasons, if for none other, our order is essentially and necessarily non-partisan, and cannot afford to become involved in political dissensions of any character. Certain gentlemen connected with the organization may become candidates for office—I do not know—but should they do so, they will run upon their in dividual merits, and not as Alliance candidates. This view is entertained by a majority of our members, I believe, and I do not anticipate any agitation of this sort.” A Hew Prohibition Point. When the question of local prohibi tion was first agitated, it will be re membered that the opposition claimed that the law was unconstitutional, and on many occasions fought it in the Courts. Its constitutionality being settled by the highest authority in our country, the following indicates that the pendulum is still moving, and that the contrary question will be tested, to- wit: the constitutionality of the license laws. An Inter-Ocean special from Indian apolis says: “An important new line of action respecting prohibition has been prac tically inaugurated, with the active support of the leaders of the movement in all parts of the country, the first step of which, it is likely, will be taken in this citv. It grows out of the decis ion of the' Supreme Court of the United States, in the Kansas case, wherein it is asserted that the people cannot bar ter away the morals and health of the republic, and plainly says that the pub lic traffic in intoxicants is against pub lic health and life. Correspondence has been bad with all the prominent workers, and it has been agreed to try and attack the constitutionality of all license laws. Preparations have been completed in New York, New Jersey, and other States to bring the matter immediately to a test. In this county the prohibitionists expect at an early day to file with the county commission ers a protest against the granting of li cense to applicants for saloon powers. In case the commissioners decline to grant the petition, the result that is expected, they will appeal and carry the matter to the Supreme CourKpf the State.” J 11. AlliD llrto UCCU guiug UII CTCl the war; and yet it is not alto-, ( perlluity of lawyers in this country, else _ _ . .... i-L!n r..-. in liumnn on'irva wnn id The motion for a new trial in the case of The State vs. Thos. G. Wool- folk will be heard in Macon on the 30th inst. As the case will go thence to the Supreme Court, at least six months will elapse before it is remanded to the lower court. There seems to be a su- jether the fault of the merchant that luch prices are demanded. In many nstances the farmer could make ar rangements to pay cash, if he would. The risk on such sales is exceptionally liazardous, and the seller must charge such a percentage on time sales as will save him from loss at the hands of those who fail to pay, or who pay only at the end of expensive litigation. The true and only safe policy for the farmers to adopt is to raise their own supplies; or, failing in this, they should either bor row the money with which to paycash, or make the merchant absolutely se cure, and demand living rates of credit. We have adopted the latter plan, as far as practicable, and the result of our trade negotiations has been most sat isfactory.” Reporter—“What are your present relations with the merchants and busi ness men of the various trading points patronized by the members of your or der?” Mr. Whatley—“F.ntirely harmonious, so far as I know. When the movement was first inaugurated here there seem ed to be a misapprehension as to the purposes sought to be accomplished by the Alliance, and for a time there was some appearance • i' friction between the merchants and Ailiancemen. As soon, however, as they were brought to a proper understanding of the objects sought to be attained by the Alliance- men the merchants oi Newnan and other trading points in the county met us in a spirit of conciliation, and so far as T can learn the relations now exist ing between the two are as pleasant as t0 peporter—“You have no regular tiShouses in this county, then?” T. E. FELL & CO. Newnan, Ga., Mar. 9. Well, we will leave the “Cot ton Planter” stand for a few weeks until the time arrives for starting them in the fields, and talk about another line of goods this week. It is a heavy line, too, for light weights to handle. We have bought the stock of Mr. A. O. Lyndon, consist ing of Stoves, Tinware and Yousefurnishing Goods, and will hereafter keep in stock a full line of these goods. We will have Stoves, from the most costly to the cheapest, and can satisfy all as to price and quality. We are also prepared to have done all kinds of job work in tin, sheet-iron and copper. Mr. R. E. Simril is in charge of our manufacturing depart ment. Tinware at wholesale and retail. T. E. FELL & CO., West side of Public Square. THE 10 CENT FLOUR! FARMERS’ SUPPLY STORE! We have received a large and elegant assortment of Spring Clothing, comprising all the new styles and patterns, which we are selling at aston ishingly low prices. Can fit anybody, and suit all tastes. Call early and make your se lection, before the stock is picked over. One hundred and fifty bar rels of Flour just arrived.. We bought this lot at a bargain, and will let our customers have it the same way. jy Burpee’s Fresh Water- Ground Meal always on hand Best Meal in the market for table use. J. I. & G. O. SCROGGIN, West Side Public Square, Newnan, Ga. L. S. CONYERS & CO. * (At J. S. Anderson’s old stand.) BAY STREET, NEWNAN, GA. this monster in human shape would have received his deserts long ago. Who shall be the delegates from this district to the St. Louis National Dem ocratic Convention. The Vindicator is not a candidate-for the place, but wants two tariff reform Cleveland Democrats. Hon. W. Y. Atkinson, of Newnan. from above the mountain, would be a good man.—Meriwether Vindicator. We indorse the remarks of the Vindi cator, and cheerfully second its nomina tion. __________ It is estimated that the surplus in the Federal Treasury will amount to 8155,- 000.000 by the 30th of next June. Have just received and are opening up an entirely new and carefully selected stock ol GROCERIES. IN THIS LINE we can suppply your every want at the low est living prices. Our stock of DRY GOODS has just arrrived, and we carry everythin from HATS to SHOES. JJ^^Give us a call, and be assured we will treat you the best we know how. STORE. FLOUR! We have now on hand a large lot of FLOUR in Jute Bags that we are offering low. Among other grades, we arc selling a good article at $3.50 per barrel. See the Flour be- fore you buy. Our various grades of TOBACCO can’t he beat in this market, either for cheapness or quality. By the plug, pound or box. Lar° r c lot of SUGAR and COFFEE just iecci\ed Lorn New Orleans, direct from the hands of the impoiters. We made a close drive on this purchase, and arc \\ illmg to di\ ide with our customers. A fine lot of HATS and CLOTHING now arriving, to which your attention is invited. ARNALL & FARMER. HORSES and'MULES! R. G. Drx & Co. express the belief that the cotton crop of 1887-8 will yet reach ti, 700.000 bales. If you will read this careful ly you will find something in it that you need, and something, too, that you can buy cheaper than any other house in town will sell to you at. You just ought to see our stock of Glassware. We have everything in glass, from the smallest Salt Cellar to a large Dewdrop Berry Bowl. We have Butter Dishes, all sizes and colors; Sugar Dishes, all colors; Dewdrop Mugs; fancy Picture Mugs; in fact, we can boat anybody in the whole country in Glassware. Have just received a lot of Blown Class Tumblers, and the pret tiest Cake Plates you ever saw. To see them is to want them. We have also a complete line of White Granite-ware. We are not behind on No tions, either, and have any amount of little novelties that are useful in every-day life. We have a Thermometer for 15c. that is as correct as they can make them. Just received, about 75 doz en Hose, many of which are worth 20c. per pair, but will all be thrown on our counters for ioc., CASH. We are still selling a half- pound cake of very fine Toilet Soap for 5c. that retails every where for ioc. Two bars of good Laundry Soap for 5c.— a regular bargain. In fact, we are headquarters for Toilet Soaps. Our stock of Tinware is complete, and cheaper than ever was sold in Newnan. For instance, a 3-qt. Milk Pan for That’s just what I’m doing, and by next week I shall be tkin^d 0t ^ Cr ware * n P ro P or_ prepared to furnish some statistics in the way of prices cur- Also, a great many useful;rent fhat will take the hair off of any similar publication that goods for school children, such jy 0ur re aders have enjoyed this season, or are likely to enjoy Copy Books, Pencils, School 1 for several seasons to come. I am receiving stacks and piles Satchels Foolscap and Note new Spring Goods, and I intend to spread them out in such Paper, Box Paper, Writing! r 0 1 Pens, 'Writing Outfits (com-j tempting array as will put to blush the fairest Spring morning that ever Hashed its beauty along th MARKING ’EM DOWN! We have now on hand, and will continue to keep during, . . * o ^ the season, a splendid lot oflpnsing Pencil, Pen-staff. Pen- Horses and mules, (broke and cil-tnmmer and Rule.) for ioc. nnKmtp 1 flnri in mKh vorief'd But it IS USelcSS to try tO The State Democratic Executive j unbi oke,} and 11 SUuHa ? • i-. fair "idea Committee will meet in Atlanta next | as Will Suit even- class of pur- j gp 0 an 3 th - n fc llke . a Tt ir ldea chasers. Stock will be soldi 01 me man} bargains mat ve either for cash or on time. are oSenng. We must ask you same Can be found at Keith’s; to come and see and price for Stables, on Bay street. .yourselves. e\ en 11 you don t SIMS & KEITH. ; v * ant to bu . v ’ Call and see us —I the first opportunity, and it City Registration Notice. you don’t see something you we’ll agree to “set ’em up Wednesday. It Gives Satisfaction. Oklaxda, Fla.. June 1st. 1887. Wo have been selling Botanic Blond Rainy ever sine- it first came before the public. Wo soil more of it than any other blood purifier in the marker and ir givos^erfoct sans- ml J. H. Meggs & Co.. Retail and Wh le sale Dea rs in Bo tanic Blood Balm. A Preacher Cured, o: Dyspepsia. Miccosttkee, Fla., Leon Co., July 20. 1 have boon a sufferer from indiges tion and dyspepsia for a long time, and have tried m uiy r nnedu's. but until T was induced by my trn-nds to try your B. B. B. received no relief, but since using it have found more relief and comfort than from any other treatment I have used. Hoping you will forward to my address the little 32-page book for prescription, also evidence of cures. Send at earliest date. Rev. Rob't C. hills and slopes of this and don’t you forget it. It won’t ove’s young dream” exactly, but it’ll get there just the sweet, sunny Southland be a -i Just wait and see. U R. HERRING. The hooks of regist! tion vil , j The qualiii-.-d vot. rs o.'rh • city of Nf'.vn tu the 17th 01 ?• :-;vh. ls>s t > .. the 7tl day : ypril, 1 - ■ •. •' ills m W resist‘-sr.'The books he open each ri.-iv from oV:-.• a. A. Tu !_' :i . • ivc ■ o’c’oek r. M., excel.•; tl.c* la , ay. -s! n t books shall be kept, opts s a. '■ until 6 r. jr.. at the Court-house, :*»• city of Newnan. Said resristr for the pttrpos. of voting “For Hoads” or “Against Bonds,” for rai? tip foods f« purchase 0: property to he used for sclux-i purposes, and building and equipping prop- -' school houses. Election to he held on the 28th day of April, 1888. Hv order of the Board. Ties sth day of March, 1SBS. L. £. CONYERS, City Clerk. ; Remember the place—next door to T. E. Fell & Co.’s hardware store—and what we and Charlie McGuire can’t show you ain’t worth seeing. Yerv respectfully, A. D. JOHNSON & CO. For The Cash.