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TOWN AND COUNTY —Rain come with the new moon, Wednesday morning. —Mr. C. H. Moore is at Bostick visiting the family of his son, Mr. C. W. Moore. —Corn planting will soon be completed, and then cotton plant ing will be in order. —There will be a lycenm enter tainment at the court honse Fri day night of next week. —Spring time is here, and it is hoped that Spring weather will prevail throughout the season. —The passenger depot at Fort Valley has been repaired, and very much improved in appearance. —Mrs. H. L. Beall of Cutb. bert is visiting her parenss, Mr. and Mrs. J.H. Davis, at Dennard. —-Miss Lula Houser, who is at tending Wesleyan Female College, spent last Sunday with home folks in Perry. -r-It is believed by some of our citizens that the Waycross Airline railroad will come to Perry from Hawkinsville. —It is probable that a protract ed meeting will be conducted in the Perry Methodist church dur ing the last weeks of April. —Rev. L. W. Parrott of Waver- ly Hall, Ga., preached a very in teresting sermon at the Perry Bap tist church last Thursday night —Mr. Wilson Hemmingway building a new dwelling house in Perry, on the south side of the railroad, nearly opposite the de pot. —!-Mr. C. F. Hemmingway, who has. been in Atlanta several weeks on busines, came to Perry. Mon day to spend a while with home folks. The Columbian Entertainers. Elko News. is —While waiting, for a railroad, the business men of Perry coulc build and profitably operate knitting mill, or a factory of some other sort. —The ladies of the Methodist church request us to extend their sincere thanks to the Perry Boarc of Education for the use of the college last Friday, night. —Mr. E. E., Willis is now con ductor on the Perry Branch rail road, he having exchanged runs with Mr. J. L. Cherry.. Mr. Wil lis is a very clever and efficient official. -^•Jurors for the April term of Houston Supetior court will be re quired to appear at the Court house at 9 o’clock a. m. on the first Monday m April, instead of 10 o’clock, as heretofore. This is official. —We are requested to announce that the Sunday School exercises at Small Academy will begin at 2 'o’clock next Sunday afternoon, and that Rev. B. E. Whittington will preach at the Academy at o’clock that afternoon. I —Mr. J. .J. Smith of Elko de- sirs to correspond with veterans of company H. 12th G-a. regiment Confederate Volunteers. He says that other than himself he does not know the addresses of any for mer member of this company. —Tax Receiver Stafford was in Perry Tuesday, and will begin re ceiving tax returns on the first day of April, at Perry. See his list of appointments for the first round in another column. • He desires us to say that the 15th of March is now the day oh which tax values are fixed, instead of Frbruary 1st, as heretofore. —A few flakes of 3now fell last Friday morning, and the weathe that day and Saturday was cold enough to create the fear that the peach crop would be killed. Sub sequent examination, however, convinces our people that the sea son has in store a plentiful crop of peaches, unless cold weather comes later. ; . —Rev. B. E. Whittington 'and family were in Cordele ' several days last week, where he assisted his father-in-law in a protracted meeting, and Mrs. Whittington visited the family of her. father, Rev. Howard McGehee'. Mr. hittington returned Saturday and preached here Sunday. This week they are visiting relatives at Valdosta. Friday night, March 29th, there will be a lyceum entertainment at the court house in Perry. In character delineations, im personations, readings, music, the Columbian Entertainers have gained reputation as aTtists. The company is composed of Mr. C.E. Kemp, Misses Holden, Larssen, Thompson and Willis, all grad uates of the Columbia School of Oratory, Chicago. The Lyceum manager says of them: “The Entertainers give modern farces and Comedies, and scenes from Shakespear with the power and convincingness of professional actors, but with none of the ob- jectional features of the stage. The variety and charm of appro priate music will be added to the programs by Miss Helga Larssen, a native Norwegian Soprano. She sings clossic songs in English, Norwegian and Swedish.” Of the Entertainer s, the Colum- ia School managers say: “They are among the choicest of our many graduates. We are glad to hqve them represent us socially, mbrally and professionally. Mr. Kemp is highly endorsed as a character delineator of rare mer it, powerful in dignity,' irresista- ble in humor. Miss Thompson is a reader of fascinating personality, delicious in humor and powerful in charac ter presentations. Miss Larssen is accredited a vo calist that always pleases. Miss Holden is represented as graceful of movement, and sweet of voice, a true artist in poetic reading. Miss Willis is rated high as a delineator of child character. . Altogether, a most pleasing en tertainment is in store for Perry, if the endorsers of the “Columbia Entertainers” know what they write about. ‘ Just what the program at Perry wiU be we do not now know, but ,ve will tell it in our next issue, if we can. v Capt. John A. Coffee Dead. Capt. John A. Coffee, one of the most highly esteemed citizens of Houston county, died at the home of his son-in-law, Mr. W. W. Le man, in Hawkinsville;on Monday, March 11th. He had suffered for some time with bladder trouble, and on Thursday night before his death, rgical operation for the dis- as performed. ‘apt. Coffee was born and rear ed in Telfair county, and came to Houston directly after the war be tween the states. He was 68 years old, \ a progressive farmer, a pol ished gentleman, an upright man, a most excellent citizen. For his strict integrity, his high sense of honor and justice, and his decided intellectual attain ments, he was honored by all who knew him. He was a member of the Mason ic fraternity, and after thej relig ious ceremonies in the Hawkins ville Methodist church, the hon ors of the fraternity were accord ed at the grave by Mount Hope Lodge of Hawkinsville. Of his immediate family, a de voted wife, six daughters and two sons survive him. These bereaved ones have the tenderest sympathy of many 'friends throughout Houston coun ty, and all this section of Geor gia. BY JLMcO. Part of the Elko Fishing Club has been fishing again, led by “Capt Coot”, the veteran fisher man. The finny tribe has some what “gone back” on him, as he seldom gets anything now, except the heads. The club reported plenty ef fish to eat while in camp, but very few to bring home. I suppose you might term it “fish erman’s luck.” Hon. Chester Perce of Hender son was in Elko a few-days ago in an up-to-date buggy. You could easily ford any creek after a heavy rain without getting the stirups wet. Mr. J. Warren Hodge was in the city Sunday. Come again, Jack, some of the girls are glad to see you,if the boys “don’t look pretty at you.” Mr. R. L. Netherton of Macon spent a short while with relatives and friends here last week. Miss Louella Brown of Macon and Miss Sarah Tounsley of Perry spent several days in the village last week, guests of Miss Mamie Brown and Mrs. J. H. Coffee, re spectively. Rev. J. E. Powell filled his reg ular appointment here Saturday and Sunday. We were glad to see Rev. Mr. Edwards here Sunday. Prof. G. A.. Greshman made a hurried trip to Maoon last Satur day. Our communitity was sorry in deed to hear of the death of Capt. J H Coffee. Houston has lost a true and honored man. Truly a good man has been called to his reward. Mr. J A Peed made a trip to Vienna last Sunday. Corn planting is in progress. Mr. R. E. Jackson has alredy fin ished, about 10 days ago. He is a good, wide-awake farmer. Mr. W. F. Houser, of Benson & Houser, Macon, was with relatives here Sunday. Mr. T J Shinholser is all smiles again. This one makes five girls for him. Come again Socks. Small Academy Honor Roll-. 2nd Grade—Luther Stone 98.14. 4th Grade—Henry Riley, 95.- 75; Leila May Hose, 94.22; An drew Clark, 93.87; Jamie Cheek and Addie Hose, 93.62. 5th Grade—Lewis Riley, 97.77; John Willie Hose, 91. 6th Grade—Fannie Pearl Cheek 98.38; Inez Stone, 97.66; Charlie Harris, 90. 7th Grade—Josie Clarke, 97.20; Ernest Stone, 94.60. Miss Marie Nunn, Teacher. SPEING GOODS. They are Bright and New. No Old Goods Here. Fine Goods we do not carry, but have many things with which to sup ply your wants. ZDIRESS C3-003DS. A few patterns Colored Dimities “ <• “ u Batiste “ “ “ “ Dimities 15c yard 10c “ 5c “ Solid colored Organdies, Pink, Blue, White, fine quality, for We have some, beautiful patterns in Madras Cloth, and will sell at 20c yard 10c yard Beautiful patterns in White Check Nainsook from 5c yd. up Nice line of White Lawns from Fine quality of Persian Lawn for 32in Percale for Shirt Waists Other ask 10c. 5c yd.up 15c yard 9c yard —Mr. D. Homer Brown, of near La villa, this county, was married in Macon on Tuesday of last week to Mrs. Nancy Meadows, at the home of Mr. James Baldwin. The two had known each other earlier in life, but had not met in a num ber of years until the day of their marriage. The groom is a native of Houston county, well-known and highly esteemed. May the marriage be conducive to contin ued happiness and prosperity, is the earnest wish of many friends. COTTON WASH FABRICS. The most beautiful stock we have ever shown. 36-icnh Zephyr Ginghams,regu lar 15c quality at 10c. 36-inch Percales, hundreds of new spring . styles; 8c, 10c and 12|c per yard. Lovely New Dimities, Mercer ized Sateens ^Madras and Zephyr A big lot of Percales for Shirt Waists, 36in. wide, best Sea Island Percales, in the very latest patterns, here 12c yard Best Prints, 5c yard. Best Shirtings 5c and 6c yard Extra: Best quality Glosselle Dress Patterns, in the best dyes, at 5c yard 5c yard 6c yard English Long Cloth 10c and 12Jc yard Good quality White Table Damask Good quality White Table Damask Bed Check Table Damask Bleaching from Sea Island, 36in, from Good Check Ginghams Best . “ “ 50c yard 50c yard 20c and 25c yard 5c yd. up 5c yd. up Many Things Here at Cut Prices. RACKET STORE, Perry, Ga. ISAACS’ CAFE, 413 Third Street, 'MACON, CA. .. 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 you want anything choice to eat, yon wi know That Isaac’s s the place to go. Old Veteran Caterer, E. ISAACS. .TOM'- RIOT. —Mr, B. T. Stafford, our clev er and efficient tax receiver, has hi his possession a printed copy of Cloths, foT shirt waists and chil- I Lf U 1 I aa'n A-nrJ aha -f- a Ui n — ■ . ^ _ his Gen. R. E. Lee’s orders to troops on the occasion of his sur render to'Gen. Grant, April 10th, 1865;. Gen. Grant’s agreement with Gen. J. E. Johnston, April 27th, 1865, and Gen. J. E. Johns ton order to the Army of Tennes see, issued the same day at head quarters near Greensboro, N. 0. Mr. Stafford received -this paper at Greensboro, he beiiig with Johnston’s army at that time. dren’s dresses, 15c to 35c per yard. Burden, Smith & Co., Macon, Ga. —80 tons best Acid for sale. Call on W. D. Day, -Ladies’ Fancy'Stock Collars. —Ladies’Crash Skirts at 90c and $1.00, for sale at L. M. Paul’s. 50c, Com and Oats for Sale. I have for sale 1500..bushels of Corn, and 300 bushels Feed Oats. gjjjp A. A. Smoak, Perry, Ga. at -Best Seed Irish Potatoes, Fred M. Houser’s. The lingering cough following Prices 25 and 50c. Very pretty gi’ippe calls for One Minute Cough and popular, for sale at {Cure. For all throat and lung L. M. Paul’t. troubles this is the only harmless remedy that gives immediate re- —Corn, Oat-s and Cotton Seed suits. Prevents • consumption. I Hulls, Fred M. Houser’s. Holtzclaw’s drugstore. j Sat amd. Sleep. We can satisfy you in every particular. Under new management, well illuminated, home like, everything selected to afford comfoet. Best rooms and table service. Established 1865. Waterman & Co., 620 to 624 Fourth Street, MACO N, GA. DEALERS IN HOUSES - MULES OF ALL KINDS. - PINE HOUSES AND LABGrE MULES - A SPECIALTY . MONEY. Loans negotiated on improved farms, lat lowest market rates, and bn most liberal terms. Business of fifteen years standing. More than three million dollars m loans negotiated. Facilities unsur passed. HOWARD M. SMITH, Ho. 814 Second St.. Macon, Ghu $1.00 to $2.00 PER DAY. INSPECTION COSTS NOTHING. Convenient to business center of the city. If you - are in search of a com pletely satisfactory situ ation, come this way. W. A. Herm, Prop’r. Next to Academy of Music, Come in when you are passing our store—never mind whether you want to buy anything or not. You may be wrong —we may have something yon 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. MACON, CA. OASTOHIA. Bears the s9 The Kind You Have Signature of m