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The Ilerald and Advertiser, NEW NAN, FRIDAY, NOV. 20. I.AU. IHI ni All AN Ii: •* IMUSIIIV <MIW rl. ATKIN • N Fill It I II (HlNftlll *"l"NAI. niH I HK | Official Organ of Coweta County. Ju. B. Ilmwn. K.IIIh M. Cnnicntur. BROWN & CARPENTER, l lil'KIUK AND PDIlUmiKIW. THIS IS A GREAT COUNTRY. Tlu* population of the United Staten has passed the 10(1,000,000 mark, ac cording to an announcement by the Bu reau of Foreism and Domestic Com merce. Also, 11,000,000 of us have Rav ings hanltH accounts which total $-1,370,- 000,000. The money in circulation to day is $3,4 10,000,000, showing you ought to have about $114 in your pocket- book. ‘‘Since 1H50 the population, then 25,- 000,000, has more than quadrupled,” aays the bulletin. ‘‘Commerce hns grown from $318,- 000,000 to $4,259,000,000, anil the per capita value of exports from $1.(1!) to $23.27. "Nationnl wealth has increased from $7,000,000,000 in 1H70 to $140,000,000,- 000, and the money in circulation from $279,000,0(H) to $.'1,419,000,000. For the entire country, bank clearings have grown from $52,000,000,000 in 1887 to $174,000,000,000 in 1913. "Improved social conditions among the people are shown in that 19,000,000 children are enrolled iri public schools, and 200,000 students in colleges. The total expenditure on education approxi mates $500,000,000 a year. "The vidue of farms and farm prop erty increased during the last half cen tury from $4,000,000,000 to $ 11,000,000,- 000; value of manufactures from $1,- 000,000,000 to over $20,000,000,000, and the number of miles of railroad in op eration from 9,021 in 1850 to 258,033 in 1912.” CENTRA!. ROAD WILL All) MOVE TO RUING OVER HE LG J A NS. In the movement to bring Belgian farmers to Georgia the Central of Georgia railway has expressed a de sire to co-operate with the Belgian im migration committee, and Mr. ,1. C. Haile, General Passenger Agent of the road, has sent out instructions to all agents of the road to aiil the committee wherever possible in forwarding the interest of the work. Mr Haile, among other things, says; "It brings tip in a concrete way some method of tilling up the waste places, and it deserves thorough consideration because it involves not only a supply of food and clothing for those people while inakin : crops, but also involves the question of providing suitable land, building tenant houses lit for the oc cupancy of white people, and the pur chase of agricultural implements, work animals, cattle and seed neces sary for planting their crops.” The Central will have representatives at tin 1 meeting of the committee in At lanta en Nov. 24, and will seek to in terest other .railroads along the same line. COTTON FIRES. Cotton fires seem to be reducing the record crop pretty successfully. The worst of this tiro loss is that it is a complete, genuine loss, not a mere de crease in valuation. Another alarming feature is the probability of their in crease through the winter months. The amount of cotton in Georgia which is out in the streets would be difficult to compute Warehouse storage is being paid on considerable of it, also. These cotton bales out in the open air, subject to Hying sparks from chimneys, pipes or cigarettes, are a serious menace to the buildingsVnear them. Some way ought to be found to protect both the cotton and the neighborhood in which it is left. Macon Telegraph. The Telegraph calls attention to a condition that should be remedied, or else safeguarded more effectively than is being done at most cotton points. Although cotton piled in the streets may be insured and individual holders thus protected against loss, yet a chance spark might start a conflagra tion that would destroy or damage property worth many thousands of dol lars more than the cotton left exposed in this manner. Warehouses unable to provide shelter for cotton earned in storage should employ night watchmen to look after the overflow accumula tion in the streets. Fire comes like a thief in the night, and usually at night, when the town is asleep. American cotton-spinners have used les< cotton during the first three months of this cotton year than they did during the same period last year. Exports during October were less than one-third of what they were a year ago. Almost a million more bales were in the hands of manufacturers and in warehouses at the end of October than were last year at that time. Thus summarizes the ef fect of the European war on the Amer ican cotton industry, as disclosed by a report of the Census Bureau. Oeteber consumption totaled 461,841 ba.es Con sumption for three months ending Oct. 31 was 1,250,715 bales, against 1 -8 7 •> bales last year. Madison Madisonian: "When South ern farmers find out that they, like all other business men. must appreciate and make the best of their opportuni ties, there will be no more calling on Congress for remedial legislation, no more cuasin’ the Government and voting the Bull Moose ticket in spito of h—I and high water. Nobody helps the newspaper man, and he inks no help— except the compensation duo him for goods delivered or services rendered.” Cuthbert Leader; “The fellow who spends his time grumbling about the European war and the failure of Con- gresB to aid farmers in holding cotton is likely to be thoroughly convinced ere next fall that money is vi ry scarce in this section. It will be, for this fellow. But we opine that some wideawake, energetic men will more than make ex penses during this same period. This is a time for action, not for lamenta tion." In the late election McClure and Hutchens, the Progressive or Bull Moose candidates for the U. S. Senate, carried twenty-eight counties, with tic vote close in about twenty others. Two counties split, Dawson voting for Mc Clure and Hardwick, and Greene for Smith and Hutchens. In the entire State, Smith received (11,107 and Mc Clure 28,420; Hardwick got (11,876 and 11 utebena 28,188. Ft. Valley Leader-Tribune: “With bacon selling around 20 cents and cotton at little more than 6 cents, any fool far mer buying the first with the proceeds from the latter can easily go broke in a few years. It is said that the average farmer can raise hog meat for about 5 cents a pound. If he would raise all he could consume and a surpluh to sell, the profits would ho considerably larger than Ills losses on cotton.” Milton County News; "We see a great deal in the papers about lloke, Hardwick and hard times. Gentlemen, let’s talk about something else for awhile. We may not be able to drive away lloke and Hardwick, but let’s make old man Hard Times look for other quarters. Times are better al ready. (You see it is like this: A gen tleman just i ow stepped in and handed us a dollar on subscription.”) One hundred and thirty-one ships were added to the American merchant marine in October, through transfers from foreign registry anil the con struction of new vessels in the United States, according to a Bureau of Navi gation report. “Georgia Products” Dinner a Brilliant Affair. One hundred ami seventy-five people nssemblid in the Elks Club rooms Wed nesday evening to celebrate “Georgia Products Day” with a genuine Georgia dinner, and it proved a great occasion. Not only was the dinner perfect in its appointments, hut ihe speeches which followed, in response to the several leasts proposed, constituted a veritable symposium, and were as much enjoyed us was the dinner. Mr. U 1). Cole, president of the County Chamber of Coition rce, presided as toastmaster, and his droll humor and sparkling wit kept the crowd in an uproar most of the time. There was never another just like him, we don't suppose, and never will be again. Following is a list of the toasts, as well as a brief and very unsatisfactory synopsis of the responses, but they are as full as our limited space will permit— "It costs ii lot to Hvo those days, More than it did of yore; Hut when we stop to think of it. It’s worth ii whole lot more.” This sentiment was eloquently re sponded to by .Judge W. A. Post, who pictured in glowing terms the comforts and blessings enjoyed by the people of this section, and quite agreed with the author of U’o foregoing lines that “it’s worth a whole lot more” to live these days—especially if one lives in Coweta. "Crops to Fit Present Conditions” was fully and comprehensively ex plained by Mr. H. G. Wiley, farm dem onstration agent, who gave an illumi nating tnlk on thevulueof winter cover crops as a fertilizer, stressed the neces sity of rotation ami diversification, and also ootlined a plan for such division of acreage in 1915 as would, in his judg ment, make a one-horse crop profita ble. Hon. W. A. Brannon, of Moreland, spoke interestingly and instructively upon the subject, “What Can We Prof itably Raise Besides Cotton?” He had demonstrated by practical experiments covering a period of several years, he said, that almost any sort of crop would pay better than cotton. He had achieved most satisfactory results from alfalfa, oats and corn, and, acre for I acre, had found each of these crops to i be more profitable than cotton. He also I had had splendid success with silos, of which ho had four on his farms near Moreland, and, considering the small cost, (about $75.) said no farmer could afford to be without one. He exhibited specimens of alfalfa bay, two prolific varieties of ear corn, and shredded corn, with each of which lie had experi mented successfully. Responding to the toast, ' ‘The Press, ” Mr. T. M. Goodrum not only thanked the county newspapers for valuable as sistance rendered the County Chamber of Commerce in its campaign for im proved agricultural methods generally, but as secretary of the organization he also acknowledged with appreciation the hearty co-operation of the farmers of the county in the great work under taken. While good results had been accomplished this year, ho had every reason to believe that Coweta would make even a better showing next year. “Stx-Cent Cotton” is not a very at tractive theme these days, but Hon. B. L. Redwine hand'ed the subject so deftly as to bring out many striking i points ana furnish food for serious thought. Based upon his experience as a farmer, (and he is one of the most successful planters in Western Geor gia.) he was convinced that not only was a reduction of the cotton acreage in 1915 absolutely imperative, but that the salvation of the farmer depended upon a largely increased acreage in , foodstuffs. It was a strong, practical talk, and the earnestness of the speak- i er impressed all who heard him. Hnn. Garland M. dimes addressed himself to the question, ‘‘Has the Coweta Chamber of Commerce Earned Its Right to Live?” and proved to the satisfaction of everyone that it had. (His remarks are printed in full in an other column ) Hun. W. C. Wright, describing “The Resources of Coweta," gave an inter esting sketch of the county, from the ilate of its organization in 1825 up to the present time, and recited statistics to prove his contention that Coweta is the best county in the StaLe. The present temporary depression would be followed by an era of prosperity un exampled in the history of the country, he believed, ami nil we had to do whs to eat more peas and potatoes, hold tight, and wait for the bettor times ahead, which could not lie far off. “How Can We Improve the Tenant System?” Answering this question, Mr. B. T Thompson made one of the best and most helpful talks of the evening—a real speech, in fact, in times of stress like the present, he said, when farmer, merchant and hanker all were feeling seriously the effects of the low price of cotton and consequent business stagnation, there should he manifested u spirit of fellow ship and mutual forbearance,, to the end that no person and no interest suffer undue hardship. “Bear ye one an other’s burdens” was a sweet gospel, and no bettor time than now to put it into practice. Regarding the tenant system, he realized that it might be improved in many ways. To have good tenants—tenants who would he contented ih their occupation — they should have such environments as make for hotter living and better citi zenship. They should have the ad vantage of churches anil schools, and every small farmer should also he given an opportunity to purchase land nnd own a home. The sense and dig nity of proprietorship made of a man a better citizen, and the strength and glory of a community rested at last upon its citizenship. He cited Carroll county as an example of thrift and prosperity, where there are more small farms owned and operated, per haps, than in any other county of the State. “Our Children” was the subject as signed to Hon. T. E. Atkinson, presi dent of the City Board of Education, and it proved a congenial theme. He said while most of the other speakers had dwelt upon the importance of rail ing crops of one sort and another, they had overlooked the world’s most valua ble crop, and that was the baby crop. The children of to-day will be the men unci women of the future, and every means should he employed to equip them properly for the duties to which they will ho railed. Don’t forget the children, he adjured, and don't neglect their training. This is our greatest responsibility. The dinner was prepared under the direction of Mr. Starling Carpenter, and more than this it is not necessary to speak —which means that the repast was all that could have been desired. Ho was capably assisted in the prepara tion of the meats by Messrs. Tom Par rott and Tom Fisher, some hnrbecuists themselves, and tenderer morsels or more toothsome Brunswick stew never graced a banquet board. Everything on the table was a "Georgia product” c xeopt the coffee, and that was roasted in Georgia. “You used to say,” she complained, “that you had enduring love for me.” “Well, haven’t 1?” he replied. "Just stop a minute and think of all it has endured. ” Statu ok Ohio, City ok Toledo, i Lucas County. ' s8, Frank J. Choney mukea imth that he is senior partner of the firm of F. J. Cheney & Co., doing business in the city of Toledo, county and State aforesaid, and that said firm will pay the sum of Onk Hundred Dollars for each nnd every case of catarrh that cannot he cured by Hall's Ca tarrh Cure. FRANK J. CHENEY. Sworn to before me and subscribed in my pres ence, this 6th day of December. A. D. ISNti. (SKA . x A. W. GLEASON. la8A,jJ Notary Public. Hall’s Catarrh Cure is taken internally and acta directly upon the blood and mucous surfaces of the system. Send for testimonials, free. F. .!. CHENEY & CO.. Toledo, Ohio. Solti by all druRRists. 75c. Take Hall’s Family Pills for constipation. Announcements. FOR ALDERMAN. H. M. Murray, R. A. Field, G. E. Parks, J. C. Harris. FOR CITY T B. Parks. W. C. McBride, BOARD OF EDUCATION. J. J. Goodrum, W. G. Post, D. T. Man Ret. The above ticket for the nomination of four Al dermen and five members of the City Board of Ed ucation will be supported in the city primary to be held on Tuesday, Dec. 1. Many CITIZENS. New Advertisements. Notice of Discharge in Bankruptcy. In the District Court of the United States for the Northern District of GoorRia. No. :1910. in Bankruptcy, in re J. E. Richey, Bankrupt: A petition for discharge having been filed in conformity with law by the above-named bank rupt. and the Court havinR duly ordered that the h«>arinR upon said petition be had on December 12. j 1914, at 10 o'clock a. m.. at the United States Dis- . trict Court-room, in the city of Atlanta. Ga., notice is hereby Riven to all c mi it ora and other , persons in interest to appear at the time and place named nnd show cause, if any they have, why | the prayer of the bankrupt for discharge should not bo urranted. O. C*. FULLER. Clerk. I By F. L. Beers. Deputy Clerk. Tax Collector’s Notice. THIRD AND LAST ROUND. Haralson, Monday. Nov. 23. 9 a. m. to 12 m. Senoia. Monday. Nov. 23. 1 p. m. to 5 p. m. McCollum. Tuesday, Nov. 24. 7 a. m. to 10 a. m. Madras. Tuesday. Nov. 24. 10:30 a. m. to 1 p. m. Palmetto. Tuesday, Nov. 24. 1:30 p. m. to ,5 p. m. Raymond. Wednesday. Nov. 25. 7 a. in. to 10 a. m. Roaeoo. Wednesday. Nov. 25, 1:30 p. m. to 4 p. m. Crowder's Store. (Fourth district.) Friday. Nov. 27. forenoon. Third District Court-sxound. Friday. Nov. 27, afternoon. At office in court-house Saturday. Nov. 2S. and every day thereafter until books close Dec. 20, last day. B- J* FRY, Tax Collector. Notice of First Meeting of Creditors. In the District Court of the United States for the Northern District of GoorRia. No. in Bankruptcy. In re Ernest Widsner, Bankrupt: To the creditors of the above-named person of Newuan. Ga., in the county of Coweta and district aforesaid, a bankrupt; Notice is hereby Riven that on the 19th day of No vember. 1914, the said person was duly adjudica ted bankrupt, and that the first meeting of credi tors will bo held at the Court-house in Xewnan on the 30th day of November. 1914. at 9 o’clock a. m.. at w hich Ume the said creditors may attend, prove their claims, appoint a trustee, examine the bank rupt a»*d transact such other businoas as may properly corue before said meeting. ALVAN D. FREEMAN. Ref croc in Bankruptcy, Kewnan. Ga.. Nov. 19, 1914. -s 9 WOMEN’S DRESSES, BAGS, ETC. n order to close out quickly, we of fer some exceptional values in women's dresses, bags, etc. Everything offered in this sale is the season’s very best styles, and if you wish to share in these extraordinary low prices you will have no time to waste, as they will go out quickly at the prices offered. Wool $ 6.00 Dresses ’44.25 This lot of dresses ate made of a good quality of serge and crepe. All are neatly made up in the season’s choicest styles. You who have been waiting for better prices now have a chance to buy these beautiful $6 dresses for Silk Dresses $4.25 Wool Dresses $ 7.50 $1100 $ i95 This lot of dresses no doubt com prises the best bargains you have ever seen in Xewnan. All new, this sea son’s best styles, and have been sell ing right along for $7.50 to $12. Now we give you a chance to take your choice for $5.95 $13.95 Silk Dresses j $9.95 H. C. Glover Co, $22.50 $2i()0 $13.95 Ladies who want a real bargain in a nice silk dress should not let this op portunity get by. You will find them to be the very best styles of the sea son. They are neatly made up from the very best silk. Be quick! Come in and take your choice for $15.00 TO $18.00 AT $ 9.95 Ladies will find in this lot some of the choicest silk dresses of the season. All are new, this season’s styles, are neatly made, and are worth double the price we ask you. Your choice SPECIAL ANNUAL SALE SAMPLE HAND BAGS w e are fortunate in securing each season irom a large manufacturer his entire line of sample bags. These bags were bought at exactly half-price, and we offer them to our trade in this sale at the same reduction. The real values range from 75c to $15 each. They will go in this sale at 39c to $7 each All are the new and fashionable shapes; an excellent oppor tunity for a Christmas present.