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Sfe Itrald and ^dctrttscii. Newnan, Ga., Friday, May 11, 1888. WEEKLY CIRCULATION, 1,750. JAS. E. BROWN. Editor. The State Democratic Convention Met in Atlanta last Wednesday to select delegates to the ^National Demo cratic Convention. lion. 15. II. Bigham, of Troup, was made temporary chairman, and Hoke Smith, Esq., of Fulton, permanent chairman. After organization had been effected a committee was appointed to draft resolutions, who submitted the follow ing; The Democratic party of Georgia in convention assembled, representing the counties of the State, which have given their views with unusual fullness ami authority, make the following declara tion of principles: Resolved, That the Democratic party of Georgia cordially indorse the admin istration of Grover Cleveland as emi nently wise, just and patriotic, and de serving the approbation of the Ameri can people, regardless of party Ruina tion. In the discharge of his duties in this high trust, lie lias exemplified the wisdom of Jefferson, the firmness of Jackson, and the inflexible integrity of Washington. Resolved, That Hie surplus of SlaO,- 000,000, now lying idle in the vaults ot the national treasury, is so much mon- ev wrung from the toil and sweat of honest labor, and legitimate industry of every description, to maintain and protect corpulent and hoary-headed monopoly under the pretense of fos tering infant industries which never grow old and are as insatiate as cor morants. The message of President Cleveland urging a reduction ot this surplus by reducing taxes .upon the necessaries of life, rather than upon luxuries and unnecessaries, was a states manlike and true declination of the time-honored 'principles of the Demo cratic party, and meets our unqualified indorsement; and we accept and com mend that message as embracing the principles of the Democratic party upon this great issue. . . Resolved, That recognizing the diffi cult v amid conflicting opinions,interests and prejudices, of affecting in practice reforms easily asserted in principle, we accept as the most available plan of securing reduction, the tariff reform bill reported to the National House of Representatives by the majority of the Committee of Ways and Means, known as the Mills bill; and we tender to the chairman and his colleagues our thanks for t heir earnest efforts to accomplish, with the full lights before them, all that was practicable in the way of re form. , , - .. Resolved, That the thanks of the Democratic party of Georgia are due and are herebv tendered to Senator A. II. Colquitt, for his able speech in the Sen ate of the United States in defense of the message of the President upon the subject of tariff reform. Resolved, That the delegates from this State to the St. Louis Convention are instructed to cast the vote of Georgia for Grover Cleveland for President, and for a platform of principles in har- inonv with these resolutions. Samtjel Barnett, Chinn. W. E. Simmons, R. L. Berner, W. R. Rankin, John C. Dell, R. Hobbs, A. C. Pate, P. II. Brewster, J. C. Barton, F. II. Richardson, p. M. B. Young, ,T. C. Oliver, Louts Davis, H. 1). D. Twiggs, Committee. The resolutions were adopted. The convention then proceeded to the election of delegates, with the fol lowing result: STATE AT LARGE. Delegates—Pope Barrow, of Clarke; F. G. duBignon, of Chatham; Wash ington Dessau, of Bibb; A. II. Cox, of Fulton. A Item ates—Richard Ilobbs, of Dough erty; P. M. B. Young, of Bartow; George Hillver, of Fulton; J. P. Shan non, of Elbert. THE DISTRICT DELEGATES. The following delegates and alter nates from the various Congressional districts were elected by acclamation: First—J. L. Sweat, of Ware; J. C. Dell, of Screven; alternates, T. W. Lamb, of Glynn, and R. J. Williams, of Emanuel. Second—John Triplett, of Thomas, and H. C. Sheffield, of Early; alternates, W. D. Kiddoo, of Randolph, and Mas- ton O’Neil, of Decatur. Third—W. H. Willis, of Macon, and John McRae, of Montgomery; alter nates, W. L. Glessner, of Sumter, and Will Brunson, of Dooly. Fourth-W. J. Weeks, of Talbot, and Lee Mandeville, of Carroll; alter nates, F. D. Peabody ,of Muscogee, and W. H. Daniel, of Heard. Fifth—J. J. Spalding, of Fulton, and Emmett'’Womack, of Newton; alter nates, M. A. Candler, of DeKalb, and C. T. Zachry, of Henry. Sixth—F, H. Richardson, of Bibb, and R. L. Berner, of Monroe; alter nates, Richard Johnson, of Jones, and L. D. Shannon, of Twigtrs. Seventh—J. M. McBride, of Haralson, and E. D. Graham, of Bartow; alter nates, John T. Graves, of Floyd, and C. A. Dunwoody, of Cobb. Eighth—Tinsley W. Rucker, of Clarke, and W. M. Howard, of Ogle thorpe: alternates. R. IX Yow, of Franklin, and W. D. Barker, of Mor gan. Ninth—J. H. Butt, of Hall, and T. M. Peeples, of Gwinnett; alternates, W. H. Perkinson, of Cherokee, and W. H. Simpkins, of Jackson. Tenth—Beverly Evans, Jr., of Wash ington, and H. D. D. Twiggs, of Rich mond: alternates, W. A. Mitchell, of Taliaferro, and W. H. Fleming, of Richmond. The report of the proceedings is vol uminous but at this writing we have space only for the brief extracts given above. The State Temperance Convention Convened in Atlanta on Tuesday last and-was well attended. Coweta coun ty was represented in the meeting by Messrs. U. B. Wilkinson, A. D. Free man, J. Y. Carmieal, J. B. Willcoxon aad-Benj. Leigh. Speaking on the subject of prohibi tion and its beneficent effects, Mr. A. D. Freeman made the following re marks: “Six years ago we had a Prohibition Council in Newnan, and we made the city dry. The opponents of prohibi tion predicted that the town would dry un with the dry rot. That’s the same old song. A year later a special enact ment of the Legislature drove liquor from the county of Coweta. Did we drv uf)? Not a bit of it. Since then $50,000 worth of brick buildings have been put up. Another bank was open ed in Newnan—a cotton factory and guano works followed. We spent ^20,- 000 in building and repairing churches. The county has not blown away as our friends the antis, said it would, and it will not blow away. The people are happv and prosperous—and the saloons will never be voted back, because we have prohibition by special law.” Mr. Freeman subsequently introduc ed the following resolution: Resolved, That the next General As sembly be requested to so amend the general local option law that aftei the saloons shall have been voted out of a county under said law, no election shall be held for five years. Mr. .T. L. D. Hillver, of Clayton, moved to amend by striking out the words “five years.” He said if the liquor traffic is wrong no compromise should be made with it. It should be stopped forever. It should be excluded for all time. No chance should he given the liquor men to impose the sale of liquor upon us again. Mr. Freeman accepted the amend ment. He stated that liquor could not be voted back into Coweta or Clayton counties, as both are dry by special en actments. The committee on business reported the following resolutions: Resolved, That we, as representative temperance men, proclaim as our ulti matum the extermination of the sa loons and the total prohibition of the liquor traffic, and of the manufacture or importation of liquor in any or all shapes to be used as a beverage. Resolved, That in the opinion of this convention, it is unwise at this time for the Prohibitipnists in this State to do more than to make a united effoi’t to secure State prohibition, and that we cordially and earnestly invite every advocate of the principles of prohibi tion to lay aside all differences and opinions on other questions, so that we may present a solid front and accom plish this object. Mr. J. Y. Carmieal opposed the reso lutions, and said: “We have local option now in nearly every county in the State. Better not let it go. A State law might result in sending local option and everything else to'the bottom. Better cling to thei local option oak than to risk all in wak ing up the State law prohibition lion. Adam and Eve had local option in the Garden of Eden. They could go out or stay in. For heaven’s sake, don’t let us tinker with a State law, or risk sink ing all to the very bottom. As for lo cal option I have walked it out, talked it out, and I propose to die it out. I’ve got little enough sense sober, but, thank God, I’ve got sense enough to see that local option is the best we can do.” A resolution was also introduced by Mr. Benj. Leigh recommending the abolition of the internal revenue tax on spirituous liquors, but it was evi dently squelched in the committee room, as no further mention of it is made in the published proceedings. The committee on nominations an nounced the following gentlemen as the new officers of the Association: C. R. Pringle, president; J. C. Barton, of Rockdale, vice-president; W. G. Wliid- by, of DeKalb, secretary; W. A. Han- sell, of Fulton, treasurer. THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE. First district—J. H. Estill. Second district—Rev. Tlios. White. Third district—George P. Woods. Fourth district—A. I). Freeman. Fifth district—James G. Thrower. Sixth district—J. A. Hunt. Seventh district—L. W. Trammell. ' Eighth district—J. G. Gibson. Ninth district—George N. Lester. Tenth district—W. L. Kilpatrick. The State at large.—Walter B. Hill, of Bibb; A.'E. Buck, of Fulton; J. B. McGehee, of Talbot, and W. H. Felton, of Bartow. The convention then adjourned sine die. ________________ When the National Democratic Con vention was held in St. Louis in 1870, the lavish entertainment given the del egates was one of the features of the occasion. This year the people of that city propose to be even more hospita ble, and many wealthy men have indi cated their purpose to contribute to the fund fof expenses. The public pro gramme has already been prepared. A grand illumination of the city, together with a street parade by the military and civic societies and the local and visiting political clubs, will be the fea ture of the first night. On the second night there will be a magnificent py- rotechnical display, either from the bridge or from barges anchored in the centre of the river. On the third night, the delegates will be offered a boat ride on the river, and will be invited to sat isfy the inner man with everything good to eat. Besides these public cere monies, there will be numerous private entertainments. The delegates are in for a good time. They will also do some good work. Prof. L. H. Ford took a prominent part in the various discussions brought forward at the annual meeting of the Georgia Teachers’ Association last week in Macon, and sustained himself admirably. Mr. D. B. Wood roof also took part in the exercises, having been appointed at the annual meeting pre ceding to recite an original poem. This she didmo6t happily, in commenting upon which the Macon Telegraph says: The evening session was occupied wholly with the poem, “The Earth its May-time Hath, etc., delivered by Mrs. D. B. Woodroof, of Newnan, ana the address of F. H. Richardson, Esq., (1861.) REPORT OF THE CONDITION —OF— THE FIRST RATIONAL BANK At Newnan, in the State of Georgia, at the close of bus iness, April 30, 1888. RESOURCES. Loans and discounts $125,162. Overdrafts - 65.000 5,576 5,973. 1,318. 2.071' 1,516. 650 2.018. LIABILITIES. Capital stock paid in $50,000.00 Surplus fund 60.000.00 Undivided profits 27,629.97 National Bank notes outstanding .. 45,000.00 Individual deposits subject to check S7,811.0l Demand certificates of deposit 12,087.61 Due to estate Banks aud Bankers. 189.79 Total $2S2,71S.41 U. S. Bonds to secure circulation. (>ther stocks, bonds, and mortgages Due from approved reserve agents.. Due from other National Banks .. Due from State Banks and bankers Real estate, furniture, and fixtures. Current expenses and taxes paid.... Premiums paid Checks and other cash items Bibs of ot her Banks 3,000. Fractional paper currency, nickels and cents 26.5o Specie 12.313lo0 Legal tender notes 3,0o2.00 Redemption fund with U.S. Treasur er, 5 per cent, of circulation .... 2,250.00 Due from U.S. Treasurer,other than 5 per cent, redemption fund . 186.40 Total ' $282,718.41 STATE OF GEORGIA—County of Coweta, ss: I, P. B. Murpliey, Cashier of the above-named bank, do solemnly swear that the above statement is true to the best of my knowledge and belief. P. B. Mukphey, Cashier. Subscribed and sworn to before me this 5th day of May, 18S8. Correct—Attest: H. C. Fisher, Notary Public. \V. B. Berry. ) Olive E. Berry.> Directors. Jno. D. Berry, ) E. S. BUCHANAN, DRY GOODS, DRESS GOODS, AND MERCHANT TAILORING. on “The Press as a Factor in Educa tion.” The members of the Associa tion express themselves as being charm ed with the poem and delighted with the address. Both were well received, the poem especially receiving praises on every hand. The name of Bev. W. D. Anderson, of Athens, is mentioned in connection with the Chancellorship of the State University, and the enthusiasm with which his friends are advocating his claims is as widespread as his eminent fitness for the position is acknowledged. It is our pleasure to raise a voice in his behalf ; and were the Trustees to name him as the man our satisfaction would be great. Iccn? Ctbpcrtisemcnts. FOR SALE. A cow, four years old, with first calf, fresh in milk, 50 per cent Jersey blood, 12I Alder ney, remaining 3 7 V native. Sol id fawn-colored heifer calf, 75 per cent Jersey. Price on farm $30. W. M. Redwine, Powelville, Ga. FEMALE MEDICINE By giving tone to and strengthening the.Uter- ine Svstem and bntlding up the general health, INDIAN W15EJD corrects all irregularities and annoying troubles from which so many ladies suffer. It gives the weak, debilitated woman health and strength.and makes cheerful the despondent, depressed in spirits. In change ofllfe no lady should be with out INDIAN WEED. It is Safe and Unfailing. Ask your Druggist. For Sale by A. J. Lyndon, Newnan, Ga. F. F. F. Fowler’s Fly Fans, Fly Traps, Fruit Cans, Fruit Jars, Fen ders, Farm Bells, Fence Wire, Field Hoes, Fishing Tackle, Forks, Fluting Machines, Freezers, (ice-cream,) Fruit Kettles, 14-Fingered Cradles, All seasonable goods at “FELL’S” Hardware and Stove Store. TAX RECEIVER’S NOTICE. THIRD AND LAST BOUND. I will be at the following places at the times below mentioned, for the purpose of receiving returns of State and county taxes, to-wit: Haralson. Monday, May 7th. Senoia. Tuesday, May Ith. Turin, Wednesday, May9th. ■harpeburg. Thursday, May 19th, Palmetto, Friday, May 11th. Byram’s Court Ground, Saturday, May 12th. Young’s Tan Yard, Monday, May 14th. Grantville, Tuesday, May loth. Kirby’s Store, Wednesday, May 16th. Handy, Thursday, May 17th. Panther Creek Court Ground, Friday. May Mth. Hurricane Court Ground, Saturday, May 19th, A. K. Sewell’s Mill, Monday, May 21st. Newnan, from May 28th to June 9th. After which time books will be closed. J. J. FARMER, Tax Receiver. NEWNAN WAGON COMPANY. AT FOLDS’ OLD STAND, DEPOT ST., NEWNAN, GA. We are now prepared to do any kind of Wagon work, and in the best and most workman like manner. Nothing but se lect material is used in the con struction of our wagons, and every vehicle of our manufac ture is sold upon an absolute guarantee. All kinds of WAGONS, (double or single,) DRAYS, CARTS, etc., made to order, with patent iron hub and axle or otherwise, as purchaser may desire. Special attention given to buggy, wagon and plantation repair work. Buggies over hauled and repainted. Horse shoeing a specialty. All work done by skilled workmen, under the supervis ion of an experienced superin tendent, and warranted; Get our prices and give us an order; we guarantee satis faction. D. J. FOLDS, Supt. SEASON 1888! The Standard-Bred Trotting Stallion, NEWNAN, 8029. Sired by ‘•Blackwood,” f74.) sire of “Pro- telne,” 2:1*, “Blackwood, Jr.*’ 2:22, “Black wood Prince,” 2:23%, etc. Dam by “Dictator,” (13,) sire or “Jay Eye See,” 2:10. “Phallas,” S:1S^4, “Director,” 2:17, and fifteen other 2:30 performers, combining the blood of the three oreatest trotting families: “Hambletonian,” “Mambrlna Chief’ and “American Star.” “Newnan's” sire, “Blackwood,’’ sold for J30,- 000. His grandsire, “Dictator,” sold for $25,- 000. “Newnan” Is a stylish, handsome dark bav, 15J4 hands high, and is undoubtedly the best-blooded animal.ever brought to this sec tion. For terms, etc., call on or address R. M. HACKNEY. Newnan, Ga., April 13—3m CHEAP SPRIN G CLOTHING! Line Cassimere Suits, $10.00, $12.50 and $15.00. Alapaca Coats—all sizes. We also have a few suits of the Anderson stock that we will close out at a very low price. And if you want a nto 7 PA1ROFGOOD TsTO 7 IN LA. / MEN'S SHOES. LN / don’t fail to call on us; for we have a full line of that num ber, and will sell them below NEW YORK COST! STRAW HATS to suit all—regardless of race, color or previous condition. And as for the following articles we will sell at Atlanta prices— SUGAR, COFFEE, TOBBACCO, MEAT, FLOUR AND LARD, (Choice Leaf is the grade we handle,) guaranteed to suit the most fastidious. SOAP! SOAP!! SOAP!!! All kinds of Laundry and Toilet Soap, with safety-pin in each wrapper. ARNALL & FARMER. JUST RECEIVED! A WORD TO THE LADIES! We desire to call the attention of our lady friends and customers to our large and carefully selected stock of Spring Goods, and respectfully invite an inspection of the same. We are showing the correct styles of the season, in all new colors and designs, of every fabric and material. We have received this week— 200 PIECES SPRING PRINTS, 100 PIECES GINGHAMS, 100 PIECES LAWN, 50 PIECES SATINE, 25 PIECES CHAM BRAY, And a beautiful assortment of— CHEVIOTS, DRESS LINENS, CHECK MUSLINS, PIQUES, SOUDAN CLOTH, PERCALES, WHIIE GOODS, Etc. These goods are bargains, viewed in any light, and noth ing better can be had. We get them at wholesale jobber’s prices (not in Atlanta,) and can save our customers the mid dle man’s profit. This we propose to do. Remember, the BAY STATE SHOE is always the best. A large lot just received, embracing all the late styles. 15-FINGER JOSH BERRY GRAIN CRADLE. The best Cradle made for harvesting small grain. Price, $3 25. For sale only by HARDAWAY & HUNTER.