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N E WNAN, FRIDAY, APR. 1 I.AIlfir.ftT mrAHAM r ,J, .D I 'M VM«Y mil" 1 I.ATIUN * fi KOI'It Til <:OM<*HftAAIOXAL iumtuii I • Official Organ of Coweta County. J«». E. Brawn. Kill" M. OrponUr. BROWN & CARPKNTER. suitor* and puni.isiirns. I>. WINTER. Contrlhutlmt Editor. A VASlSHIXt; IIO ST. The Confederate reunion will he he in Richmond, Va., the first of June. The Governor of that State, in urg ing the Governors of the Southern States to attend, called attention to the probability that this would perhaps be the last reunion to he held in the erst while capital of the Southern Confed eracy. By the time that city's turn will come again, in all human likelihood there will be no Confederate veterans to meet unywhere. Only the frag ments of great armies were surrendered by I,ec and Johnston fifty years ago. Only remnants of these fragments re main. The scythe of Time has slain more than perished on the battlefields, or died in hospitals, or succumbed to exposure and hardship in camp. It is a vanishing army that remains. We honor the best that is in men when we recall and pay homage to the courage and patriotism and martyr- spirit of our fathers in the great strug gle which ended a half century ago. We may say that the Civil War was unfortunate; that it ought not to have been; that hasty words and a bit ter sectional spirit brought it on; and that, at last, it grew out of a misin terpretation of the Constitution, which was at best but a compromise. But after all is said, the alternative was presented to every citizen of the seced ing States of becoming a rebel against his own State, or a rebel against the United States. One cannot wonder thnt all loyal Southerners chose the latter. It should not be forgotten that the Civil War was but the outburst of fires thut had been kindled and were burnirg fiercely below the surface long before the conflagration began. It was no surprise to the men of the times wbo had open eyes for the future. Some may say that it. v as unneces sary; maybe so, but it was inevitable. But the battle fires have been ex tinguished and only a few aged men re main as reminders of a struggle that still appeals to the heroic spirit of every true man. Let us honor these men. They will not be with us long, and the cause for which they fought wuh not, after all, a “LoBt Cuuso.” But for their valor, and the valor of their departed comrades, this country had not known the peace thnt blesses us these bright spring days, when all the rest of the world is at war. Gen. Hugh L. Scott, Chief of the U. S. millitary stall - , is worthy of all honor, not because he has won a great victory on a bloody field of battle, but because he has won a notable victory of peace, lie went unarmed among some Indians in Utah, who were har boring some of their tribe charged with murder, and brought out the accused parties with the full consent of the tribe, and accomplished this feat —for such it was-by gaining the confidence of the Indians. Some day men will learn that there is a better way to set tle differences between nations, as there is between individuals, than going to war. We shall hegin to learn this, possibly, when we cease to teach our children in school thnt the heroes of our history were its great fighters. That mother was right who said not long ago, "I am not raising my sons to be soldiers." One other comfort in connection with this war is that when the nations of Europe come out of it they will be too poor to fight another such war in a cen tury. And maybe, by that time, the millennium will have come. The Georgia editors will meet at Eastman on the loth of July, and later take a trip down to Brunswick, where, 'tis said, some of them will take their annual bath in the waters of the At lantic. They do say thut Gov.-elect Harris bad to leave the State to get a little rest from the office-seekers, so as to be ready to enter upon his duties ns Chief Magistrate when the proper time comes. If for no other reason, the close of the great war will be a relief in the fact that it will not make it necessary for us to try to pronouce outlandish European names. If a law could be enacted and en forced that would put all the lazy fathers to work the question of child labor would be more easily settled. Pinkard Smith. In the 76th year of his age, l’inkard Smith entered into rest at his home in Birmingham, Ala., on Jan. 4, 1915. He was horn in Coweta county, Ga., June 4, 1839, the son of Rev. Geo. E. and Martha Smith. He married Miss Elizabeth Wihiams, Jan. 19, i860, who, with sons and daughters, survive him. He was a Confederate soldier, a mem ber of Co. D, Fifty-third Georgia regi ment, under Col. Doyal. Let his sur viving cor rades and friends cherish his memory ss a gallant, brave soldier, an honored citizen, and a faithful Chris tian. J. A. Hunnicutt. Athens, Ga., April 8th. RAYMOND. Raymond is budding with the Hpring. The war panic hit her hard, hut like the mighty srquaya “cut down," she springs from the Btump and liveH on. | Her enterprises nre humming again, and her people huve awakened to new life and energy. Backed by Col. R. F. | Sheddcn’s ambition ami determination she will yet be a town of note. Why shouldn't she grow? The health of her people is as near perfect as any in the State. Her territory is rich in re sources. So just watch her grow. Mr. S. K Webb, chief machinist of taymond Cooperage Co., bus moved his family here and is occupying the Mulkey bungalow. Mr. R. W. Brawner, of Columbus, superintendent of the Central railway, was in Raymond Wednesday. Mr. J. W. Melson, of Newnan, was here Tuesday looking after his farm ing interests. Mrs. F. J. Flannery and children, of Newnan, returned home Wednesday from a visit to her mother, Mrs, Vir ginia Hailey. Mrs. I’orler Griffith and children, of Atlanta, will arrive Friday to spend the week-end with Mrs. J. E. Gilbert. Mr. and Mrs. ./. R. Gable spent Fri day in Newnan shopping. Miss Ruth Bailey returned Monday from a pleasant stay of a day or so in Newnan. Messrs. Harry Her and B. H. Glenn, of Opelika, spent Sunday with the Misses Webb. Mrs. G. S. Bonner and children are visiting relatives at Cedurtown. Miss Jennie Puckett, of Moreland, will spend next week with Mrs. C. II. Gilbert. Mr. J. R. Pyle is running the grist mill at this place. Miss Lucile Graves has closed her school at Farmdale, and iB spending her vacation with homefolks here. Misses Dollie and Ruth Bailey will spend Friday in Atlanta. Mrs. Webb and daughters spent Monday in Newnan shopping. Mrs. J. S. Lee left Tuesday after noon for Sanford, Fla., being called there by the death of her sister, Miss ,1 immie Glass, which occurred Tuesday morning. April 15th. Fourth District Meet. On Thursday evening of last week the union station in Newnan was crowded with about ninety enthusiastic boys, girls and teachers waiting for the train to take them to Carrollton, where the high school meet of the Fourth Congressional district was to be held. During the short journey the extra coaches was made to ring with merry songs and yells, in which New- nun generously included the opposing schools. The delegates received a royal wel come upon arriving at Carrollton. Au tomobiles awuited at the station to take them to the homes where they were to be entertained, and the hosts soptnod to spare no pains to make their guests comfortable and happy. Next morning at 9 o’clock the chapel of the Carrollton high school was teem ing with excitement over the debate: “Resolved, That Capital Punishment Should Be Abolished.” In the prelimi naries of the previous day Newnan had been victorious over all opponents, A. & M. being second, and the final debate was to take place between these two schools. Messrs. Glenn Post and Thos. Bradley, of Newnan, championed the affirmative side, and Messrs. Bell and Whittaker, of Carrollton, tile negative. Tbo decision of the judges was unani mous in favor of the affirmative. After the debate a basket ball game took place between Newnan and Car rollton high schools. The Newnan team was victorious in a score of 17 to 5. The dinner hour, always a welcome one, was made doubly so by Congress man Adamson, wbo entertained the visitors, Carrollton teachers and con testants at his home. The entire house was thrown open to bis guests, and the Judge, in bis own inimitable mannet, received and made them at home. A distinguished receiving line, headed by Judge Freeman, of Newnan, added lus tre to the occasion. Al 2 o’clock the grand stand on the A. & M. athletic field was crowded to its utmost, and excitement ran high over the athletic feats. The contest ants were followed with eager interest throughout their twelve pound puts, running broad and high jumps, 100- yard dashes and hurdle races, and ex citement reached its highest pitch when Newnan came out victor in the relay race, which ended the programme. Newnan made a most creditable dis play on the athletic field, but her most brilliant achievements were in the lit erary contests. Alter the games a delightful recep tion was given by the students and fac ulty of the A. & M. The guests were greatly refreshed after their strenuous afternoon, and they will remember this occasion as one of the happiest in their perfect visit to Carrollton. The evening was pasesu most pleas antly and profitably at the city hall, where an excellent programe was given by high school girls with great credit to the performers. Next morning the hoys gave a pro gramme that quite rivaled that of the evening before, and even a poor proph et could see in this interesting assem bly many embryo statesmen of the fu ture. After the programme the winners in the various contests were announced. Newnan und West Point shared the honors, each averaging 21 points, and the Hoke Smith cup will divide its time between the two schools, Newnan win ning 13 points in the literary contests and West Point 6. Everyone is looking forward to the meet in LsGrange next year with high expectations. The following pupils of Newnan were successful in different contests: Glenn Post, Thos. Bradley, Mary Atkinson, Willella Murphev, Arthur Murphey, Sa rah Hall, Robt. Barge, Wm. Askew, John Simms, Julian Carpenter, John Daniel. Gold medals were won by Glenn Post and Thus. Bradley, and by Thos. fjur nllrtr tic ' -' l. j, ■ , lcr. n f r the rnotng Infant. ,-it i..j same time the subject ; - I la iv. r before Know what to do that will add ... tin physical comfort of expectant motherhood Is a subject thut has Inter ested most women of all times. One of the real helpful things Is an < xt'-rnal abdominal application sold In mo t drug stores under the name of ‘'.Mother’s friend." We have known so many grand mothers. who In tlielr younger days relied upon this remedy, and who recom mend It to their own daughters that It certainly must he what Its nanv Indi cates. They have used It for Its direct Influence upon the muscles, cord--, liga ments and tendo; s as It alms to afford relief from tne strain and pnln so often unnecessarily sc vero during tin: p, rlod of expectancy. Every woman should mention "Mother's Friend" when tic stork Is the subject of conversation. An Interesting llttl- book Is mailed free upon application to Brnd- fl* lil Regulator Co., 40o l.amar Hldg., Atlanta, On. It refers to many things that women like to read about. (b-» or recommend a bottle of “Mother’s •" to-ijey c-i 1 write for the hook. Bradley and Willella Murphey in pen manship. It was a very reluctant delegation that took the train back to Newnan Saturday morning and every heart was overflowing with appreciation of the many kindnesses shown them during their visit. May the time come in the near future when Newnan will be able to show her appreciation in a more practical way than by the thanks which so poorly express her feelings. B. Famous Case Has Romantic Ending. While attending a Thanksgiving party at the home of Frank McWaters, near Gorinth, in November, 1912, Dawson Taylor, a well-known young man of Heard county, became involved in an altercation with his host. In the un fortunate afi’raj which followed Mc Waters was shot and killed and his son was seriously wounded. Taylor was indicted at the next regular term of Heard Superior Court for murder and also for assault with intent to murder. He was tried at the same term of court, found guilty of voluntary manslaugh ter, and sentenced to seven years in the penitentiary. A motion made by the defendant’s counsel for a new trial was overruled by Judge Freeman, and the appeal was carried to the Appellate Court, which sustained the ruling of the lower court. Taylor’s lawyers then filed another motion for new trial on extraordinary grounds, and upon the showing made at the second hearing the motion was granted. The case then stood for trial at the March term, 1914, of Heard Superior Court, hut on the day before court convened Taylor underwent an operation for appendi citis and was unable to appear. On account of his condition he was then admitted to bail. At the September term of court the case was again con tinued on account of illness in the family of one of defendant's counsel, hut at the March term this year Tay lor went to trial and was acquitted. A brother of Frank McWaters was the prosecutor, while the chief witness for the defense was the former’s daughter. Miss Newtie McWaters, who gave evi dence that materially weakened the State’s case and undoubtedly turned the scales in favor of the accused. For months before the tragedy it was known to their friends that Miss Mc Waters and Taylor were sweethearts, and she accompanied him to the party at the home of her uncle on the night of the unfortunate killing. When questioned on the witness stand she frankly admitted that she was engaged to the defendant, and no proof was needed that she had stood by him loyally throughout the ordeal of prison confinement, during his illness, and the long drawn out fight in the courts that finally resulted in his acquittal. The jury made up their verdict on Friday night of court week. On Tuesday fol lowing Miss McWaters and Taylor came to Newnan and were united in marriage by Rev. S. D. Cremean, the ceremony taking place at the minister’s home in this city. It is doubtful if a happier couple ever stood before the altar, and it is hoped by their friends that they may continue to be happy in their Heard county home. Col. ,W. C. Wright was leading coun sel for Taylor, and has been warmly congratulated by his confreres at the bar upon what is regarded as a remark able legal victory, considering what was thought at first to he a hopeless case. Aim high and keep within reach of your ammunition. Beware of Ointments for Catarrh that Contain Mercury, fth mercury will surely destroy the sense of smell and completely derange the whole system when entering it through the mucous surfaces. Such jirtides should never In* used except on prescrip tions from reputable physicians, as the damage they will do is tenfold to the good you cun possi bly derive from them. Hall’s Catarrh Curt*, man ufactured by F. J. Cheney & Co.. Toledo. O.. con tains no mercury, and is taken internally, acting directly upon the blood ami mucous surfaces of the system. In buying Hall's Catarrh Cure be sure and get the genuine. It is taken internally and made in Toledo, Ohio, by F. J. Cheney & Co. Testimonials free. Sold by druggists. Price 75c. per bottle. Take Hall's Familv Pills for constipation. Legal Notices. Application for Twelve Months’ Support. GEORG1A—Cowkta County: The return of the appraisers setting apart twelve months’ support to the family of H P. Counts, deceased, having been filed in my office, all per- s ms concerned are cited to show cause by the first Monday in May. 1915. why said application for twelve months' support should not be granted. This April 6. 1915. Pro. fee. $3. L. A. PERDUE. Ordinary. Application for Leave to Sell. GEORGIA—Cowkta County: Emma Belle Orr, administrator on the estate of Thos. E. ’/-liars, deceased, having applied to the Court of Ordinary of said county for leave to sell the stocks and bonds of said decease!, all per sons concerned are required to show cause in said Court by the first Monday in May next, if any they can. why said application should not be granted. This April 6. 1915. Pro. fee. S3. L. A. PERDUE. Ordinary. You will make no mistake by making our drug store 1 OUR DRUG STORE. We try to keep what you want and offer suggestions when you need them. We have a complete line of toilet articles. Perhaps you do not know that we have Vantine’s Oriental Perfumes and Toilet Requisites. We wish to commend this line to you. You will find the line most complete and every article of the best quality. You will make no mistake when you buy Vantine’s. In making our drug store your drug store, remember that you will get the best of service and the best of quality at the right prices. We are glad to wait on you and appreciate your confidence. TIIE BEST DRUG STORE We Give You What You Ask For J. F. Lee Drug Co. Prompt Delivery TWO / * i * ’PHONES Efficient Service r “i Everybody Loves a Real Good Bargain And Mere It Is— I Seventeen men s Suits to close out at $7.45 These suits are new suits for spring and summer, and are tailored by expert tailors according to the season’s fashions. Thej r are real bargains, and you must come quick to get your size. Call for your shoes I gave away last Saturday. See announcement in my window. I W. M. ASKEW i i i# Application for Twelve Months’ Support. GEORGIA—Coweta County: The return of the appraisers setting apart twelve months’ support to the family of P. B. Murphey. deceased, having been tilt'd in my of fice. all persons concerned are cited to show cause by the first Monday in May. 1915, why said ap plication for twelve months’ support should not be granted. This April 6, 1915. Pro. fee. S3. * L. A. PERDUE. Ordinary. To All Whom it May Concern. GEORGIA—Cowkta County: The estate of Mrs. Lucy B Davis, late of said county, deceased, being unrepresented and not l’kely to be represented, all persons concerned are required to show cause in the Court of Ordinary of <iaid county, on the first Monday in May next, whv such administration rhoujd not be vested in the County Administrator. This April 6.1915. Pro. «3. L. A. PERDUE. Ordinary, and ex-officio Clerk C. O. Letters of Dismission. GEORGIA—Cowkta County : J W. Trammell, administrator on the entateof Mrs. M. E. Trammell, deceased, having'applied to the Court of Ordinary of saki county for letters of dismission from his saki trusu, all persons con cerned are required to show cause in said Court t Ant Mnntliv in Miv next- if any they can, why said application should not be granted. This April 6. 1915. Trs. fee, $3. L. A. PERDUE. Ordinary. Application for Leave to Sell. GEORGIA—Cowkta County: P. Neill, administrator on the estate of Mrs. Willie R. Bradley, deceased, having applied to the Court of Ordinary of said county for leave to sell the lands and stocks of said deceased, all persons.concernod are required to show cause in said Court by the first Monday in May next, if any they can. why said application should not be granted. This April 6, 1915. Prs fee. $3. L A. PERDUE, Ordinary, Letters of Administration. GEORGIA—Coweta County : Sallic Finley having applied to the Court of Or dinary o! said county for letters of administration de bonis r.on. cum tesUimento annexe, on the es tate of .1 «. B. Heard, late of said county, de ceased. id I persons concerned are required to show cause in said Court by the first Monday in May next, if any they can. why saki application should not be granted. This April 6. 1915. Prs. fee. S3. L- A. PERDUE. Ordinary. Shenli’s Sales ior May. .. ohGI.t—Coweta County: VYill be sold before the Court-house door in New nan. Coweta county. Ga., on the first Tuesday in May next, between the legal hours of sale, to the highest and best bidder, the following de scribed property, to-wit: One and one-half acres of land, situate in the town of Senoia, Coweta county. Ga., being the land purchased by defendant in fi. fa. from J. * • Hunnicutt, J. H. Jones and J. R. Brantley which she now resides, and bounded as follow On the north by land of T. W. Methvin. on t •'-* east by street called "new cut road.” on the w* by lands of John Wo-xls and Caroline Harris. ar.«l on the south by public road. Levied on a-- the life interest in said property of Susan Grice u> satisfy a fi. fa. issued from the Justice Court oi the 691st district, G. M.. in favor of Powers « Hand vs. the said Susan Grice. Defendant in u. fa. notified in terms of the law. This March 1915. Prs. fee, $5.58. Also, at the same time and place, a certain horn- and lot in the ci»y of Newnan. said State ana county, being lot No. 8 of the Sargent plat, on Dewey street, and bounded as follows: On north by Dewey street fifty feet, on the east lot No. 10 ninety-five feet, on the south by rhun” lot fifty feet, and on the west by J. H. Widerer ninety-five feet. Levied on as the property Dallas Gibson to satisfy a distress warrant issu* from the City Court of Newnan in favor of n. Glov- Co. vs. the said Dallas Gibson. Defends in fi. la. notified in terms of the law. This Ov 10. 1913. Pro. fee. $3.90. ■ „■» J. D. BREWSTER. Shen.T._ If you owe for this paper pay up