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We wish all of our pat rons and friends a Merry Christmas and a Happy and Prosperous New Year. <L This store will be closed the entire day to morrow, (Christmas Day.) c Local Happenings Told in >3* >P SHort Paragraphs ^ 1 NEWS AND PERSONAL TO OUR ITEMS OF GENERAL LOCAL READERS. INTEREST (St* Cotton is selling to-day at 15c. ALAS! VAIN BIRD Now the turkey, roosting low, Finds his spirit full of wo<>: Note« that popularity Ir not Rt h11 'tis said to be; Wishes that he had been wise In his corn-fed pnradiRc;- lle’d by far the wiser been Had he rested ’monpHt the lean: Had he dieted a bit, Stead of. like a prideful flat. Gorging until plump and fat. See! In state at last he lies. Flanked about by pumpkin pies — Flanked with fresh-cut celery, < Jiblet sauce and cranberry: Covered with a pall of crisp. Here and there a parsley wisp Lying softly on his breast; Stuffed with spice and nutH of ches Poor old turkey! Victim he Of his gobbling vanity. Yule-tide. Christmas Rift! Remember the poor. Oh, you Santa Claus! Rob Taylor is coming. ’Rah for St. Nicholas ! Fine Christmas weather. Last call for the Christmas shopper. How would you like to be Santa Claus? You can’t afford to miss hearing: Hob Taylor. Bob Taylor is the prince of enter tainers. Jack Frost has been working: over time this week. The postoffice; and banks will closed to-morrow. be Maybe this will be your last chance to hear Bob Taylor. You can always find all-pork sausage at G. O. Carmichael’s. All the college boys and girls are at home for the holidays. Senator Bob Taylor is coming on the last night of the old year. ^ Dr. and Mrs. Paul Peniston are at Cortez, Fla., for the winter. Let Benson press that suit of yours. You will find him on the square. M iss Olivia Harris will spend holidays with relatives in Macon. tho The pupils of the city schools will en joy vacation until Monday, Jan. I!. All mules sold by W. A. Potts will be guaranteed just ns represented. Highest market price paid for hides. G. O. Carmichael. Benson cleans clothes cleaner than any cleaner that cleans. ’Phone 294. For Sale.—Good medium-sized horse. See D. W. Boone or T. A. Hutchens. Hon. Gordon Lee and wife, of Chick- amauga, are in the city for a few days. . Pure home-made country lard, just rendered, at G. O. Carmichael’s mar ket The postoffice and express office have beern the busiest places in town thiH weeky Farm for Rent.-Good farm. 2 miles east of court-house. Apply to A. B. CateB. \ Miss Lutde Powell left Monday for a two-weeks’ visit to relatives at Fort Gaines. Nice mule t<pr sale cheap. See F. M. Bryant, over First National Bank, Newnan. Wednesday might brought the coldest December weathier experienced in sev eral years. Mr. W. J. Perry: and family will spend the holidays ‘ with relatives in Carrollton. \ Money to lend on desirable real es tate at 7 per cent. Apply to Tnos. G. Farmer, jr. When you want to buy or sell a mule, you will always make money 1 by seeing W. A. Potts. Every mule sold by us is guaranteed to be just, as represented M. G. & J. J, Keith. Money to Lend. — Money to lend on farm lands, one to five years, at 6 per cent. R. O. Jones. For Sale. — Vacant lot and a house and lot, in Newnan. See F. M. Bry ant, over First National Hank, New nan. For Sale or Rent. My farm near Cureton Springs. Apply to F. M. Bry ant. over First National Bank, New nan. For Sale or Rent. —A 7-room house at Turin, on 2-acre lot. Good garden and orchard. Apply to .1. A. Daniel, Turin, Ga. One of the county convicts escaped from the gang Saturday, but was re captured by Sheriff Brewster the fol lowing day. Our merchants have had a big holi day trade, and splendid stocks with which to meet the demands of Christ mas shoppers. Mrs. J. M. Milner, ol Savannah, and Mrs. Milner Hooten and little daugh ter, of Atlanta, are with Mrs. Ida ,J. Milner this week. Congressman W. C. Adamson passed through the city Sunday en route to his home at Carrollton, where fc he will spend the holidays. Lost. — Friday night, 17th inst.. at the? junction, a foulard dress: white, with black dots. Reward offered for return to this office. For Rent.— Clarke place. Small farm 3 miles west of Newnan, for standing rent. Apply to A. E. Clarke, 389 Spring street, Atlanta, Ga. Glenn Carmichael says the biggest hypocrite in this world is the man who says grace over a 3-lb. roast that hi has no intention of paying for. We are pleased to note a marked im provement in Mr. T. C. Nall’s condi tion since our last issue, and it is now hoped that he will soon recover. Mr. F. M. Lee will leave Monday for South Georgia, where he will spend a week or so looking after his farming interests in that section. Misses Winnette and Carrie May Hollis will entertain the children of their neighborhood at a Christmas tree this afternoon from 3 to 4 o’clock. Give us your orders for Christmas meats. We have a choice assortment to select from. ’Phone 28. Carmichael’s. Wood for Sale. — A quantity of fine oak and hickory pole wood. 1G to 18 inches in length. Will deliver on short notice. F. M. Lee Utii'le Duke Cole, founilor of tin- R. I). Cole Mfsr. l\».. and Nowimn'8 muHt beloved citizen, who celebrated his 89th hirthduy on Tuesday. 21st InnL One hundred gallons genuine ribbon cane syrup, put up in sealed gallon nnd half-gallon jugs, at 65c. gallon. Apply to J. It. Gable, Raymond, Ga. Miss Miriam Atkinson left a few dayB ago for Ft. Leavenworth, Kan sas, where she will spend the winter with her sister, Mrs. Geo. F. Baltzell Go to Hugh Cavender’s, 30 Perry street, for fresh meats of all kindH. The very best of everything in the meat line, and prompt delivery. ’Phone 261. The firm of Bridges, Ingram & Co., at Sharpsburg, has been dissolved, Mr. J. R. Ingram having sold his interest in the business to Mr. Roy Bridges. See notice. Mw. E. Moseley, an aged lady of the Fourth district, died yesterday, and will be buried this afternoon at Elim. She was the mother of Mr. Ben Mose ley, of this city. Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Ingram announce the engagement of their daughter. Al ice Evie Lou, to Mr. Jeff Hutchens, the marriage to occur on Wednesday, Jan. 12, at home. Tax Collector Hubbard has been a mighty busy man this week. The tax books closed Monday night, leaving several thousand dollars of delinquent taxes on the register. The A. & W. P.’s Santa Claus train For Rent. —A 7-room house on? corner came up the line from Montgomery of Elm and Carmichael streets. .Apply Tuesday, and received an ovation from to A. B. Cates, | the children of the road’s employees at every point where it halted. Mr. E. K. Dent has sold his home on Temple avenue to Mr. W. M. Thomas, the consideration being $2,600. The tende was effected through the real es tate agency of R. F. Herring. Wcinted. —A man to do general work, gardt ning, etc. Good wages and home. MuHt oe well recommended. Leon Edmundson, Raymond, Ga. Notice to Teachers. —Teachers’ Insti tute will he held Jan. 1. Teachers’ temporary examination will be held Jan. 29. V. A. Ham, County School Commissioner. Mrs. Sam Banks and little daughter have returned from a visit to relatives' at MarBhallville. Mrs J. T. Fain and children, of An niston, Ala., are visiting the family of Mr. J. B. Ramey. Mrs. S. W Allen and little son, of Albany, are spending the holidays with relatives in Newnan. Miss Ruth Capers, of Arcadia, La., is Bpending the holidays with her broth er, Mr. Stacy Capers. Wednesday was the shortest day of the yea' - , the sun rising at 6 :59 a. m., and setting at 4 :52 p. m. Mr. Geo. Martin, of Memphis, Tenn., is spending the holidays with his mother, Mrs. Mattie Martin. Lost.—On the 17th inst., a signet carf-p n, in horse’s head design. Re ward if returned to this office. Mr. and Mrs. Stokeley Bloodworth, of Thomaston, spent Tuesday with the family of Judge L. A. Perdue. Mrs. C. E. Gates, of ChattanoogB, Tenn., is spending the holidays with her mother. Mrs. J. A. Shannon. The choicest meats at moderate prices can be had at Cavender’s mar ket. 30 Perrv Htreet. ’Phone 261. For Rent. — One 6-room house and three 3-room huases. Apply to F. M. Lee, 164 Lauiange street, Newnan. For Rent. Good 4-horse farm, 5 miles from Newnan; 40 acres excel lent bottom land and three good settle inetits on place. Will lease on halves, or lor standing rent. Apply to II. C. Arnall, jr. Miss Annie Laurie Bates, of Jones- ville, 8. C., who has been the guest of Miss Pearle Foster for the past ten days, will leave Monday for Woodstock, Go. She will be accompanied by Miss Pearle Foster. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Word, of Ho- gansville, announce the engagement of their daughter. Marybeth, and Mr. Trammell Scott, of Atlanta, the wed ding to take place at the home of the bride’s parentsjearly in February. Kentucky Mules.— Car-load fine Ken- tuoy mules, hs good as money can buy. Will sell for cash or on time. Every mule sold must be ns represented, or money will be refunded. Jack Powell. Children's Coughs. — Should be stopped at once by the use of Nyal’s Baby Cough Syrup. It gives instant relief and effects a permanent cure. Twenty-five cents per bottle. Brown & Brooks. Telephone Your Wants. — We call for and deliver prescriptions. Anything ordered by 'phone will be selected with the same cure as though you called in person. Deliveries made promptly. No extra charges. ’Phone 18. Brown & Brooks. New Meat Market. — I have opened a meat market on Wesley street, and shall keep at all times a choice assort ment of meats. My prices will be rea sonable, and your orders shall have prompt attention. ’Phone 261. Hugh Cavonder. Mr. M. S. Thurman will leave to night for Washington, Philadelphia and other points East. While in Phil adelphia Mr. Thurman will spend a few days with Dr. and Mrs. E. L. Thurman, who are finishing their course at the Philadelphia School of Osteopathy. Lost.-—On Dec. 18 a male bloodhound, 8 months old; light red color, with white breast and feet, and tip of tail white. When last seen was following a man who gave his name as McKoy, and was going in the direction of Ray mond. Notify C. C. Bexley ut Fill more and get reward. Announcement. — Mr. W. R. Pitman, the veteran harnessmuker, formerly located at Keith’s stables, is now in charge of my harness department, and L. A. Kelsey, formerly in charge of the Dixie shoe shop, is now employed in my shoemaKing department. A. J. Billings. Settlement. Notice. — Parties owing us money will please call and settle be fore Jan. 1, as all accounts owing the firm will be put out for collection af ter that date. Parties having claims against the firm will please itemize and render prior to that date. Holt & Cates Co. Mrs. Annie Allen, an aRed and esti mable woman of the community, died yesterday Rt the home of her son-in-lHW, Mr. Gub Spradlin, on E. Broad street. Funeral services were conducted at the residence last night by Rev. J. F. Singleton, and this morning the re mains were carried to Columbus for in terment. A play to suit everybody. A Western story written around the obligations of one lodge member to another. Not the bloodthirsty kind, hut a genuine play by a capable company. Just n story of real homefolks and home scenes, such as are portrayed in your own homes every day. Don’t forget the date—Dec. 30. for closing arrived. The three days before Christians is usually tho busiest time in tho shopping district, and if tho good weather lasts through to-day, the merchants will have no cause to complain. Nearly ail husinessl.houses will he closed to-morrow. Yesterday afternoon, at tho home of the bride’s parents, Mr. ami Mrs. W. I). Banks, of McCollum. Miss Lillie Banks was united in marriage to Mr. Joe Glenn Vineyard. The ceremony was performed by Rev. it. C. Rhodes, ol Palmetto, in tho presence of a large company of relatives and friends. Tho attendants were Miss Stella Golden with Mr. A1 Vineyard, and Miss May Hembree with Mr. Edgar Banks. The following new officers have been elected by Wenona Council, No. il, I), of P., for the ensuing term, viz : Mrs. Floy Anderson, Pocahontas. Mrs. Ira Whatley, Wenona, Mrs. Belle Jones, Prophet. .1. C. Loarh, Chief of Records. 1’. H. Wortham, Collector of ..Wam pum, J. N. Jones, Keeper of Wampum. C. J. Hendrick, Powhatan. W. T, Bunn, Trustee. The Herald and Advertiser ’regrets to note the death of Mr. If. A. Camp, of Grantville, which occurred Satur day, after a protracted illness. lie was one of Coweta’s best citizens, honored nnd esteemed by all who knew him, and his death is much lamented especially in the community where he had so long resided. The funeral took place Sunday afternoon, the remains being interred in the cemetery at Grantville. Wednesday evening Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Arnall, jr., en ertained at an ele gant 6 o’clock dinner in compliment to the several members of the H. C. Ar- nalt Merchandise Co. and its employ ees, and it is needless to say that the occasion was a thoroughly enjoyable one. Those present were were Messrs. H. C. Arnall, sr., I. E. Walker, J. G. Arnall, A. W. Arnall, F. M. Arnall, Geo. W. Meyer, E. M. Smith, Hal Rag land, Pierce Chappell, Coley Pike, Jim Pike, and M. J. Walker, jr. Some time ago the Manget-Brannon Co. offered $25 in gold as prizes for the three best cakes made of “Manget’s Elegant” flour—$12.50 to go to the winner of the first prize, $7.50 to the second, and $5 to the third. There were twenty-Beven contestants, and the prizes were awarded as follows: Mrs. W. T. Lazenby, first prize; Mrs. T. M. Goodrum, seecond prize; Mrs. N. T. Wright, third prize. The judges were Mrs. T. B. Davis, Mrs. E. D. Fouse am' Mrs. Annie Caldwell. Burglars entered the postoffice at Moreland on Friday night last, blew open the iron safe, and got away with $200 iri cash and about $200 worth of stamps. The safe was completely wrecked, and one corner of the build ing was also torn away by the force of the exolosion. There is no clue to the identity of the robbers. So alluring have been the prices of fered for cotton seed this season that many farmers have reduced their sup- nly of seed for planting purposes to a dangerously narrow margin. These fanners are making a big mistake. In some eases enough seed has been re served for only one planting, while it frequently happens that two and some times three plantings are necessary to get a stand. If tho seasons should not hit right next spring, these farmers will find themselves in a close place, as seed will be scarce and the price out of sight. Hon. W. A. Turner, Hon, J. B. Goodwyn and Hon. Jus. E. Brown wont up to Atlantu Wednesday to attend a reunion of the surviving members of the General Assembly of 1884-85. Messrs. Turner nnd Goodwyn repre sented Coweta at that session, and Mr. Brown was u member of the Sen ate from the Thirty-fourth district, composed of Henry, DcKalb and Gwin nett counties. Death has made sad in roads upon tho membership of that General Assembly, more than half having passed away during the quarter of a century thut has intervened since 1884-85. Mr. G. E. Cranford, one of Coweta’s oldest and most popular citizens, died Tuesday night at his home in the Sev enth district, after a long and painful illness. Deceased was 72 years of age, a veteran of the Civil War, and an hon eat, upright man, esteemed by all who knew him. He is survived by his wife and five children, the latter being Mrs. Sweetie Sharkie of Birmingham, Ala., and Mrs. M. N. Wingo, Mrs. J. T. Wingo, O. Z. Cranford and Elgin Cran ford, all of the Seventh district. The funeral took place Wednesday after noon, the remains being interred in the family burying-ground near the old home place. Insurance Agency.— We have pur chased the insurance agency of Mr. G. E. Barks, nnd would HpnreciHte the patronage of our friendH. Our agency represents the best arid most reliable companies and we are prepared to give you “insurance that insures.” W. N. T. Gamp, A. Si Iney Camp. The time to che ck a cough or cold is at the start. Delays are dangerous. Nyal’s Winter CoUtffh Sryup cures quickly. ’Phone 18. Bro wn & Brooks. Hacking coughs stopped’' while you wait. Get a bottle of our N’yal’s Win ter Cough Cure. Yeu will be u stonihhed at the quick relief it gives. Brown & Bro.oks. Money to Lend. —I arn prepareq' to lend money on first-class real estate at 7 oer cent. Can place any number ol' luans on approved property. Tho*. (i. Farmer, jr. Impounded.—I have impounded one iiiack sow, which will be delivered to owner upon payment of all expenses, including this notice and feed bill. F. M. Lee, Newnan is a great mole market. Over three hundred have been brought here this season already, and as many more will be sold before planting op erations begin next soring. Mules are Billing anywhere from $200 to $300 a head, and the demand has nev er been more active. This looks as if the farmers are preparing for a big cotton crop. In order to accommodate those who have not vet had an npoortunity to pav their taxes Tax Collector Hubbard has decided to extend the time for closing bis books unlil next Thursday. 30lh inst. 'I his will be Ihe very last day. however, as Mr Hubbard will be com pelled then to eloae the hook? and make his r-pott. This is positively the only extension thut. can be granted. Large crowds thronged the streets all day yesterday and until ItUe at. night, and ityiere were man? tired mer chants and .vileHinen when the hour At the meeting of the stockholders of the Western of Georgia Railway Co., held in this city Monduy. the di rectors were instructed to have toe company’s bonds engraved and printed, as authorized by the charter. Authori ty for an issue of $500,000 of bonds is conferred by tho charter, and when printed the bonds will be deposited with a trust company und offered for sale. I. L. McCord & Co., the contrac tors, arsert that they will be ready to Pegin the work of construction as hoop ns the money derived from the sale of the bonds is turned over to them. No other business of importance was trans acted at the meeting. The “Joshua Simpkins” Co., with a fine brass band and splendid orchestra, will lie seen at the auditorium next Wednesday night, Dec. 29. The play is made of fun and realism, combining the pleasing features of realistic melo drama und the ever popular rural play. The character sketches are Haul to be very clever, while there is an abundance of good music, singing and dancing in it. Those lovable old country charac ters are introduced, arid their sayings and doings create much amusement. The company comes to us recommend ed a* a good one throughout. The saw mill scene in the third act is said to be w-nderluily realisiic, a genuine circular saw being seen in motion, with Uncle Josh’s son lashed to a log by the villiaris and started toward the glittering teeth of the rapidly-revolving saw. Card of Thanks. Our grateful thunks are tendered to the friends und neighbors who so thoughtfully and kimllv ministered to and assisted us in our recent bereave ment, occasioned by the death of our dear mother. Muy God’s blessings ever rest upon them, is our prayer. Mr. and Mrs. J. II. F’ostcr. Newnan, Ga., Dec. 23d. The Vritith Wei u>cn Company ban gone intu ah# bu<«»* af auonufuctur- *m *Wa»u: it Reduction Sale Our Mr. Holt has disposed of his interest in the Holt & Cates Co., to take effect Jan. 1. The new firm propose to discontinue the sale of many lines we have been handling, and for this reason, and to facilitate stock-taking, we are offering liberal reductions on our stock of French China, John son Bros’. Semi-Porcelain, Rub ber Goods, Hand Mirrors, Cut lery, Razor Strops, Japanese Waiters, Manicure Goods, Pipes and other smokers’ articles, Dec orated Lamps, Brushes, Combs, and many other items too numer ous to mention here. GAME SETS. We have several Fish and Game Sets, which have proved too high in price for this trnde, and for this reason we are offering them for less than cost. ^ One hand-painted French China Game Set, large platter, and twelve plates, formerly sold for $25, reduced to $12.98. French China Roast Set, former ly sold for $30, reduced to $14.98. One $20 Game Set, consisting of twelve plates, large platter, and gravy boat, formerly sold for $20, reduced to $10.98. TOYS ,ETC. We are opening our stock of Toys, etc., including Gift Books, Stationery, etc., all of which will be on display Dec. 6. Call and look them over. We have ample storing room, and will be glad to have you make your selections now, and store thorn for you un til Christmas Eve. HOLT & CATES CO. NEWNAN, GA. Nice Pair of Spectacles Will make a de lightful CHBISTIiS PRESiNT See Banta’s line Suits, Overcoats, Odd PantH, Hats and Gents’ Furnishings now ready for your selection for the holidays. Young men’s Suits, $12.50 to $25. Children’s Suits, $2.60 to $6.50. Odd Pants, $2.60 to $6. Call and make your selection while the stock is full. BARNETT, ST.JOHN it CO. It