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LOCAL NEWS OF TOWN AMP COUNT!
Marriage Near Perry.
At 7 o’clock last Wednesday
evening, February 27th, Mr. Fred
erick Myers Culler and Miss Anna
Essie Kegg were married at the
—And 1901 goes Marching on.
-Strawberry plants in Perry are'} 10me 0 f the bride’s parents, Mr.
was in
business last
blooming.
—Corn planting is now in order,
the weather permitting.
—Mr. and Mrs. Ben Kunz are
now keeping house at the Swift
house.
—Judge A, C.
Newnan on
Monday.
— We have been told that May
or T. P. Duncan will not be a can
didate for re-election.
—The annual municipal elec
tion of Perry will be held on the
second Saturday in April.
—Barring heavy frosts, .early
vegatables will not be Tate this
spring. Some of them are up and
growing in- Perry.
—Mr. Wilson Hemingway and
family returned to Perry from
Macon last week. They are most
cordially welcomed.
—Attend the entertainment at
the Court house Friday night;
home talent; excellent program;
popular .prices; parsonage benefit.
—Mr. Leonard Callaway of Ma-
■ con was in Perry last Sunday vis
iting the family of his brother-in-
law and sister, Mr. and Mrs. J. A.
Riley..
—Peach trees will soon be in
full bloom, and unless there is an
other freeze,Houston will be bless
ed with a plentiful crop of fruit
this year.
—All the County commission
ers were present at the March
meeting of the board Tuesday.
The minutes will be published
next week. .
-^Editor Sheppard of the Fort
Valiev Leader was in Perry Tues-
dav looking after the interest' of
his paper, and mingling with his
friends here.
—There will be three trials for
murder in Houston Superior court
during the April term. The ac
cused are all negroes, two men
and one woman.
—The beginning of March was
gentle and mild, decidely spring
like, but on Tuesday the wind
was sharp and cold, and there was
ice W ednesday morning.
—Capt. W. C. Davis was with
his friends in Perry Tuesday and
Wednesday, having come from
Dublin to attend some legal bus
iness connected with public sale
day.
—The weather chart in this of
fice calls for a liberal share of
fair weather in March, but pre
dict^ colder weather and a cold
wave on the 29th and 80th day* of
the month.
and Mrs. Godfery Kegg, about 1
mile east of Perry, Rev. B. E.
Whittington officiating.
Including the relatives, about
fifty guests were present. . The
spacious hall and parlor were
tastefully decorated with white
Camelias and Evergreen foliage.
The pendent piece in the hall, un
der Which the couple stood during
the ceremony, was decidedlyb eau-
tifui.
• The presents were many, beau
tiful and useful.
Cordial congratulations follow
ed the ceremony closely.
Later supper was announced,
and the guests partook of a most
sumptious repast, tastefully serv
ed.
The groom is the youngest son
of Mr. and Mrs. D. H. Culler and
is a drogressive and successful far
mer.
'The bride is the youngest daugh
ter of Mr. and Mrs. Godfrey Kegg.
The home of the hppy couple is
on the Culler farm, within half a
mile of the formar home of the
bride.
We join their many friends in
extending cordial congratulations
and best wishes for their continu
ed happiness and prosperity
throughout a long and useful life.
:
Vetrans Meeting.
— ; While the farmers are busy
prearing’to plant their crops, the
citizens of Perry could arrange to
build a factory of some sort. Such
enterprise would shed beneficent
influence in every direction."
—Perry people are very well
pleased with the appointment of
Mr. William Brunson as Solicitor
General of the Macon circuit: He
is worthy of the honor conferred,
and will reflect honor upon the
office. .
—Ah exceedingly black and
threatening cloud collected just
north of Perry Tuesday morning,
but only light wind and very gen
tle rain thouched the town. Later
in the day the wind blustered and
whistled considerably.
—Another school composition
The Confederate veterans of
Perry and vicinity are requested
to meet next Tuesday night at the
horn of Capt. F. M. King.
The purpose of the meeting is
to secure the advice and co-opera
tion of the veterans with the ^La
dies’ Memorial Association, con-;
cerning the program and arrange
ments for the observance of the
next memorial day, April 26th.
We are informed that Prof. W.
W. Driskell, principal of Perry
Public School, has consented to
deliver the memorial address at
Perry.
—It is gratifying to note the
growing demand throughout Hous
ton for improvement in the breeds
of domestic fowls and all kinds
of animals used. There are more
bure-bred fowls in the county
than ever before, and the number
is increasing. The milk and but-'
ters“tandard for cows is high,
with many of the best thorough
bred Jerseys and other fine breeds
in the county. Our farmers are
also improving their breeds of
hogs, and. they buy better horses
than heretofore. It is commen
dable that our people want the
best, and those who use the best
find profit in the extra quality
and quantity of service and^pfo-
ducts.
□An Entertainment Friday Night.
At the Court house next Friday
night, March 8th, there will be an
entertainment by local talent,
consisting of music, charades, tab
leaux, recitations, etc. - Ladies of
Perry Methodist church have this
entertainment in charge, and their
well known taste and aptitude [for
such affairs guarantees an except
ionally interesting ‘presentatipii.;
The program has hot been fur
nished us; but those who attend
will surely spend a very agreeable
evening.
The exercises will begin at the
usual hour, and. after the conclu
sion of the performance, refresh
ments will be served.
The purpose of the entertain
ment is to secure funds to pay
the balance due for the new room
just added to the Methodist par
sonage.
Though the cause deserves the
fullest patronage of the people,
town and county, full value will
be given Tor every cent received
for admission, or refreshments.
Admission 25 cents for adults;
15 cents for children.
Every body cordially invited to
attend.
You Can Secure Some Big Bar
gains by buying at the
RACKET STORE
Strikes A Rich Find.
“I was troubled for several
years with chronic indigestion and
nervous debility,” writes F. J.
Green, Lancaster, N. H., “No
remedy helped me until I began
using Electric Bitters, which did
me more good than all the medi
cine I ever used. They have also
kept my wife in excellent 'health
for years. She says Electric Bit
ters are just splendid for female
troubles; that they are a grand
tonic and invigorator for week,
run down women. No other med
icine can take its place in our
family.” Try them. Only 50/.
Satisfaction guaranteed. Holtz-
claw’s drugstore.
—A nice lot of county hams for
sale at W D. Day’s.
—The best 50/ Corset on earth.
The P. Z. Try one and be con
vinced. L. M; Paul’s.
CORNISH INDIAN GAMES,
A limited number of eggs from
pure^bred Cornish Indian Gamps
at $1,00 for 13. Apply at
The Some Journal Office.
Rev L. P. Ward, of Quiet-
man, a theological student of
Mercer University, preached at
the Perry Baptist church last Sun
day morning and night. At each
service the congregation was large,
and the young preacher created a
very favorable impression. We
have heard many (compliments,
the morning sermon j on the text
“Thou shall call His name Jesus,
for He shall save His people from
their sins,” being, considered ex
ceptionally good.
—:—-—
—A negro farmer near Well*?
ton says he will farm again this
year because he has seen blue
birds, and their presence nfeahs
good crops and profitable farming.
Blue-birds have been
: Their promptness and their
pleasant .effects make. DeWitt’s
Littie Early. Risers most popular
little pills ?wherever-- tbey' are
known. They are simply perfect
for 1 i ver and bowel troubles.
Holtzclaw’s drugstore,
—Ladies $1.00 Kid Qloves go
ing at 75c. at L. M. Paul’s.
A nice line
50c to $8.00.
of Umbrellas from
W. D. Day.
.... , j , . , - BUB ~~—ME J exceedingly
pubjished this week, and two oth-; scarce here within the last several
ers on file, bo far, compositions
years.
—Don’t forget that you can get
a 400 page Pencil Tablet for 5e. at
Perry Post Office.
Whits Seamstresses Wanted.
Must be quick on Sewing Ma
chines. Pleasant, light work. Ap
ply by letter to
Schofield Knitting Mills,
Macon, Ga.
have been received from only two
schools. We desire to receive and
publish compositions from everv
white school in the county.
—Messrs. Miller Day and J. D.
Martin, Jr., left Perry last Thurs
day for New York City, where
they will purchase.extensive stocks
of dry goods-,clothing, notions, etc.
Enroute they stopped- in Washing
ton City and attended the inau
gural ceremonies.
. —The Perry Rifles engaged in
the quarterly contest drill at their
armory last Monday . night. Pri
vate J. R. Miller, Jr., wa* award
ed the prize. Sergt. J. S. : Rainey,-! • Corn and Oats for Sale. ^
who won the prize in the contest' I have for sale 150Q bushels
last December, did not partici- Corn,' apd WQ bushels-JF,e.ed ;Oa£s. ; passed,
pate in this drill. jull. A. A. Smoak, Perry,d3ra. ! ‘—
Established 1865.
Waterman & Co.,
620 to 624 Fourth Street,
MACO % r , GA.
DEALERS IN
HORSES - MULES
pF ALL KINDS.
— FINE HORSES AND LARUE MULES —
A SPECIALTY
Fertilfzres For 1901..
I am selling the following brands of
Guano, and will be glad to see my
friends befoie they buy. I can save
you money. . > ,.
Plow Brand. Guano.
Georgia State Grange Guano.
. Scott’s Formula Guano.
Baldwin’s Dissolved Bone Acid.
10—4— Acid.
Pure German Kainit. V
Cotton Seed Meal.
Muriate of Potash. .
Call on write me at Byron, Gr.
J. W. RUSHING^
iN TiNWABE YOXJ CAN GHET:
2 quart Self Measuring Cups 5c. each. Regular price is 10c.
The largest Wash Pan for 5c, Tbe largest Wash Pan for 10c.
An 8 bole Muffin Pan for 10c. The New Style Sifter for 10c.
Or, we have the better grade for 15c.
The largest Milk Strainer for 10c, A 2 quart Milk Cap for 7c.
A 2 quart Covered Bucket for 7c. A 2 quart Oil Can for 10c.
A 4 quart Oil Gan for 15c. A 1 quart Coffee Pot for 5c.
Other Bargains in this line that we can
not mention now.
In Galvanized Ware you. can gets
A large Coal Scuttle for 25c. A very large Coal Scuttle for 35c.
A 1 gallon Oil Can for 20c. Regular price is 25?.
A10 inch Wash Pan for 5c only. An 11 inch Wash Pan for 8c.
A 12 inch Wash Pan for 10c. A large siz* Foot Tub for 40c.
A 10 quart Well Bucket for 25c^
Some other things in dhis line, ton.
We have the largest s^ock of Enameled Ware in town,
Why? Answer: Because we buy it from the Right
Place and get the Lowest Prices, Get our prices
before buying anywhere- d ' :
We have a large stock of Glassware, Crockery, Wooden ware, &c.
No. 1 Lamp Chimneys for 5c. No. 2 Lamp Chimneys for 5c.
WeOiave just received the following Goods
with these prices:
The New Extension Strainer, worth 25c., for 15c.
7 and 9 inch Tin Pie Plates, 2 for 5c. 11 iuch Pie Plates for 5c.
A nice Towel Rack with three 3 rods for 10c.
4^ inch Saw File for 5c. The best Egg Beater for 10c.
All sizes in Picture Wire 25 yards for 5c.
- Somo pretty Paper Lamp Shades for 5c, each.
Rubber Heels for Ladies, all sizes, 25c pair.
Rubber Heels for Men, all sizes, 25c. pair.
Jews Harps for 5 and 10c. 3 papers Good Pins for 5c.
Curtain Poles with Fixtures for 30c each.
Best Brass Pins, 2 8ize§, 4c and 5c paper.
2 pairs Leather Shoe Strings, twisted wire on ends, for 5c.
Ladies’Garters 5 and 10c, Nice Work Baskets for 50c each.
Bargains in several kinds of Rat Traps.
The Best Hose in town for the money, in black or gray for wo
men; 5c. pair, regular price.-8c;
TAriP are ghffig.to have some Nice Premiums to give away to
xlt our customers for trading with us. We have some cards
with 5c, 10c, 25c, 50c. marked on them, and propose to give you cred
it for every cent from 5 cents up that you spend with us cash.- Credit
Positively Not Accepted in this plan. For instance: If you spend
$5.00 with us cash we will give you anything in our store that' sells
for 20 cents, or we will have special premiums to offer for amounts
traded with us from $1.00 up. Give us a call. We can explain fully
our plan to you. Very Truly Yours,
THE RACKET STORE, Perry, Ga ’
4(3 Third Street,
MACON, GA. ..
I have recently returned in harness to
meet my old friends, and will endeavor
to make as many new ones as possible. I
am now prepared to
FEED ALL WHO COME,
and will give them a cordial greeting and
satisfy the inner man with the best in the
market at most reasonable prices. My
Restaurant is more
ESPECIALLY fob LADIES,
having no connection with saloons
If yon want anything choice to eat, yon wi
know
That Isaac’s s the place to go.
Old Veteran Caterer, •
E. ISAACS.
WANTED—Active mar of good character
to deliver and collect in Georgia for old estab
lished manufacturing wholesale house; §900 a
•year sure pay. H onesty -more than experience
required. Our referenc, any bankin this. city.
Enclose self-addressed stamped envelope Man
ufacturers, third floor 334 Dearborn st.,Chicago.
—The latest Shoe for men in
the celebrated “King Bee”, Try
a pair, $3.50 for a $5.00 Shoe. -
L. M. Paul’ s.
Loams negotiated on improved
farms, at lowest market rates, and on
_ ! most liberal terms.
j Business of fifteen years standing.
1 More than three million dollars in
of loans negotiated. Facilities unsur-
HOWARD ar. SMITH,
No. 814 Second St..-: Macon, Ga.
«m .-mibt..
Eat a,m.cL Sleep.
& m
We can satisfy you in every
particular.
Stubblefield House,
Under new management,
well illuminated, home
like, everything selected
to afford comfoet. Best
rooms and table service.
$1.00 to $2.00 PEE DAY.
Convenient to business
center of the city. If you
are in search of a com
pletely satisfactory situ
ation , come this way.
W. A. HerinyProp’r.
Next to Academy of Music,
MACON, GA.
INSPECTION COSTS NOTHING.
Come in when yon are passing our
store—never mind whether you want to
buy anything or not. Yon may be wrong
—we may have something you want ex
tremely. At any rate, we always have
something new and interesting to show,
and inspection costs nothing.
J. H. & W. W. WILLIAMS,
Jewelers, Macon, Ga.
CASTOjaiA.
Bears the /? Tto Kind You Hare Always Bought
Bignatnie
of
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