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■X Mm m 'tMB MVSMMii PSKE, 51.50 A YEAS, IN ADVANCE. Published Every Thursday Morning. Jao.H.IIODGES, Editor and Publisher Perry, Thursday, January 31. Copies of this paper may be found on file at the office of oar Washington cor- respondent, E. G. Siggers, 918 F. Street, N. W., Washington, D. C. Twenty-two articles of the Cuban constitution have been adopted by the convention at Havana. Pineapple growers of Florida have formed a trust with a cash capital of $250,000. Hon. J. W. Bailey was last week elected U. S. Senator by the Texas legislature. ‘ Hon. H. G. Turner is being men tioned as a probable candidate for governor of Georgia. Baron Wilhelm Rothschild, head of the great banking firm of that name, died last Friday. At Madrid last Friday an un known person attempted to shoot the queen regent of Spain. Atlanta will not undertake the proposed textile exposition, but it |s.| Cordele,'and Coimnbns; the upper route by Rochelle, Montez uma > Tal- That Brunswick & Birmingham Con- The New King. vention. King Edward YII, formerly Albert Mayor J. P. Duncan, Mr. W. H. j Edward, Prince of Wales, is now Norwood and Captain J. H. Powers, j King of England and Emperor of the committee appointed to repre- j China. Succeeding his mother, sent Perry and Houston county in Queen Victoria, one of the purest the railroad convention at Bruns wick, returned home last Friday. They report that the convention was one of the most enthusiastic they | has acquired knowledge, by associa- | ever attended, the delegates all men | lion, of the English people, their well versed in business affairs, filled habits their needs and their desire?, with intense interest in the proposed railroad. Mayor Duncan says there were more than three hundred delegates present from the counties through which the railroad is expected to run. The chairman of each delega tion addressed the convention, urg ing the advantages offered by their respectine localities. Mayor Duncan was among the speakers, and en deavored to convince the convention and those in charge of the proposed. road that the proper course of the road is through Houston county and Perry. The citizens of Brunswick enter tained the delegates with magnifi cent hospitality. After the conven tion Pres. Machen drove the first spike, made of silver, fastening * rail upon the crossties, and then many of the delegates did likewise. In this Mr. W. H. Norwood drove spike for Perry and Hou g ton. During the session two specific routes were proposed and strongly urged, viz: The lower route, via Fitzgerald, Irwinville, Americus, now proposed annually. to hold a state fair Ged. Maximo Gomez is regarded as one of the most prominent candi dates for president of the Cuban Republic. Farmers should not forget to re member that prosperity will not abide with those who as they sell. Congress may order an investiga tion of the Naval Academy at Anap- olis, as hazing is believed to be prac ticed by the students. ►-<»-* Reports from Austria say Turkey is on the brink of an extensive in surrection. In is said anarchy pre vails throughout the empire. Emperor William of Germany, nephew of King Edward VII of England, has been made a Field Marshal of the English army. Much of the cash proceeds of ag riculture in Georgia will go this year to pay for mules and guano raised and made outside the state. Denmark is willing to sell the isl ands of the Danish West Indies to the United States, as they cost the treasury of Denmark more than they are worth. Editor Bryan says he will not purchase anything for his paper that is made by a trust. A general deter mination of that sort would “bust” the trusts. Prof. D. Q. Abbott, superintend ent of Bibb county public schools, has resigned that position, the res ignation to take effect at the close •of the present term, next June. Senator Bacon has been appoint ed to read President Washington’s farewell address in the Senate on the birthday anniversary of that il lustrious soldier and statesman. A poultry show under the aus pices of the Central Georgia Poul try and Pet Stock Association will be held at Macon next week, from Wednesday, February 6th, to Satur day, February 9 th. Andrew Carnagie has added to his already enormous possessions of iron industries by purchasing a con trolling interest in the Pressed Steel Car Company, which pays $27,000,- 000 a year in dividends. An uprising of Creek Indians in Indian Territory was reported last week, and Gen. Fitzhugh Lee was ordered to suppress it. Since it has developed that the reported out break was greatly exaggerated. Congress has received the report of the Taft Philippine Commission, accompanied by a message from President McKinley, both of which urge congress to enact laws for the government of the Philippine Isl ands under sovereignty of the United States. botton and West Point. Mayor Duncan says nothing defi nite was determined as to any cer tain route further than the 2(> miles already graded, that question being left for future consideration and de cision. Pres. Machen stated, how- ever, that money assistance is not buy as much I needed > free ri gbt of way and good 1 will being all that is expected. The delegations were requested to submit written propositions, and in behalf of the Perry delegation May or Duncan presented the following: Mr. Chairman:— On January 21st there was held in Perry, Houston county, Georgia, a most enthusiastic and largely attend ed meeting of the citizens of the town of Perry and county for the purpose of sending delegates to this convention, so that you might be fully informed as to the sentiments and feelings entertained by that sec tion as to the proposed construction of the Brunswick & Birmingham Railroad. We can say that you have the cor dial sympathy and support of every citizen of Houston county, and that they fully appreciate the inestimable benefits to accrue to the whole state in its construction. That Houston county will furnish the right of way through the coun ty, and the town of Perry all termi nal facilities and such financial as sistance as may be reasonably re quired. That its construction will have the hearty co-operation of the town of Perry and county of Houston, and be mutually beneficial to the road, the town and the county. Perry has a population, including the suburbs, of 1200; is situated on the banks of one of the finest water powers in the state, and is as near the center of the county as the sur veyors who originally surveyed the county could place it. It is the county seat, and is sur rounded by at least 15,000 acres of fruit farms. There are shipped from the surrounding territory 2,000 cars of fruits and vegetables, nearly all of which go to the east on account Of the lack of railroad facilities to the west. Houston county is unsurpassed in the variety of its agricultural prod ucts. It produces every year 25,000 bales of cotton, which would be shipped tlirough the port of Bruns wick should this road be construct ed through its borders. The county has a population of 23,000. It does not need development, but does require additional railroad fa cilities. The traffic for the-road will not have to be developed; it is already on hand and is waiting for the road. The road will not have to wait for it. The road is needed, and our need is your opportunity. Respectfully submitted, 1 J. P. Duncan, Ch’m’n. of Committee from Houston Co, monarchs who ever reigned, the new king occupies a most difficult posi tion. Yet, he is sixty yeare of age, as well as by observation of the governments of other nations. In knowledge, it is said, his equipment is ample, but in the better elements of character it is feared he is defi cient It is a remarkable fact that the succession from Queen to King has not caused, and will not necessarily cause, a single other- change in the official character of the kingdom. —If you want to buy a horse, mules, hire an animal or team, have your team cared for while in Macon, go to Branan’s stable on Poplar street. —Why go off to buy Clothing, when you get as good here at the same prices. Our Men’s Suits at $8.00, $10.00 and $12.50 are all right in quality, workmanship and style. L. M. Paul. —Wagons and Wagon Gear, Plows and Plow Gear, the cheap est at - Fred M. Houser’s. w. s. CARSTARPHEN & OObj f Wholesale Grocers, 456 Poplar Street, MACON, GA. R. L. Ezell, formerly of Byron is with us, and will be pleased to see and serve his friends Farm Loans at 6 Per Cent Interest. We can negotiate Farm Loans anywhere in Georgia in sums ot $1,000 and upward at 6 per cent interest and a very small commission. Large loans especial ly desired. We invite correspondence with farmers direct, or with lawyers, bankers and merchants whose clients or customers desire such loans, Loans made on five years 7 time, with privilege to repay in full or in part at end of any year. Barker & Holleman, Atlanta, Ga. Cotton and Mules. IMIOOIEtlE Sz lELOLIMIIES, • 1 ‘‘.I.'-.' . ‘ COTTON FACTORS, MACON, CA. Besides conducting a Cotton Warehouse on the most favorable terms to farmers, we handle at al times THE BEST KENTUCKY AND TENNESSEE ...Mules and Horses... Our prices are reasonable, and every animal is guar- antesd to be as represented in condition and qualities. DO AS WE DO. wnn mmmm ■ AND ENCYCLOPEDIA. ©“? Statistical c Doiume of Fads and Figures Containing Cher 600 Pages* OVER XfOoo TOPICS. OVER 10,000 PACTS. Railroads develop the country. SPECIAL FEATURES:— The census of 1900. National and State elec tion returns* Four centuries of American prog ress. Political record of 1900 (conventions and platforms). American rulein the Philippines* New govern ments of Porto Rico and Ha waii. Polar exploration in 1900. Conclusion of the South African war. Pan-American Exposition of 1901* China—Its present con dition and status among nations. Roster of general officers of the Regular U* S* Army, 1789—1900. IA Political Register. Facts that every patriot and voter ought to know. Standard American Annual. < Postpaid to any address. ’5cfc THE WORLD, - - - Pulitzer Bide. /fe<a» Yort* When we go on a purchasing tour we concentrate our efforts on securing the best Cloth ing made. We do not waste our time on “Howl ing Cheap/ 7 “Catch-Penny 77 concerns. There are many firms who make cheap clothing, but what would become of our reputa tion if we sold you something we knew could not give satisfaction? The fact that we sell our High Grade Clothing at the same prices other stores ask for the inferior kind is not a mystery. We want YOUR business, we want YOU SATISFIED. We can’t do it with high prices and poor goods. OUR WORD STANDS GUARD. Can we have your business? BENSON & HOUSER, THE iIM0-MTE GE0M1ERS, 420 third st. MACON, GA. = A GARDEN FOR 25 CENTS. = Send us 25 cents with your name and address, together with this ad vertisement, and we will mail you postpaid 10 BIG PACKETS OF SEED. -1ft P A fHnFTfi HASTINGS’ 13STTKODUCTOEY PPIWnnW) — , IV FAlJUlilO VEGETABLE COLLECTION wU LuCjJJJLo* 1 Packet Sorehead Cabbage 1 Packet Improved Blood Turnip Beet 1 Packet Drumhead Cabbage Lettuce 1 Packet Dwarf Champion Tcmato 1 Packet Early Long Scarlet Radish 1 Packet Long Green Cucumber 5c 1 Packet Chinese Mustard 5c 1 Packet Rattlesnake Watermelon 5c 1 Packet Ponce de Leon Mnskmelon 5c 1 Packet Purple or Bed Top Turnip 5c 50c Hasting Seeds are the best. They are pure,fresh,reliable. You cant get better seed. If you will mention this paper when you order, we will send a packet of Fine Mix ed Pansy Seed FREE. A. G. HASTINGS &> CO., Atlanta, Ga. If You Want Anything Iflilftll. m BEDROOM SUITES, PARLOR SUITES, v DINING TABLES, SIDEBOARDS, CHAIRS DOMESTIC SEWING MACHINES, BEDSTEADS, MATTRESSES, SPRINGS, WINDOW SHADES - AND POLES, BABY CARRIAGES, ETC., You can save money at ' Paul’s Furniture Store. A complete line of COFFINS and CASKETS always on hand. GEORGE PAUL, Perry, Ga.