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B7‘ A Third Term Advocated. Houston County Baptist Union. PBICE,S1.50A 7EAE, IN ADVANCE. Published Every Thursday Homing. Jno.H.HODGES, Editor and Publisher | Perky, Thursday, June 13. Copies of this paper may.be found on file at theoffice of our Washington cor respondent, E. G. Siggers, 918 F. Street, j N. W., Washington, D. C. To Be Held With The Hattie Baptist Church June 29 and 30,1901. SATURDAY. 10 a. m. Devotional exercises. 10:15. The How and Why of this As the republicans have over-rid den law in order that their control | of the government may be continu- j ! al, they now propose to do violence I to political precedent for the same [ purpose. ! Meeting. Led by Rev. W, L. Cutts. Since our first president, to whom j 10:30. The Baptist Deacon. His ! the world has accorded unstinted origin and necessity. Rev. J. G. Cline. I praise for more than a century, itj 11. Presentation and examination has been esteemed unwise and im-’ 0 f Decons to be ordained for the j politic for a president to serve more Hattie Baptist Church, By Rev. W. than two terms. No law prohibits a n Cutts. | third term for a president, but it is j n : 30. Sermon, Rev. I. H. Plem- so apparent that two terms is as mons. much as pne man should have con- j Ordination prayer and laying on The state tax rate of Florida this I sequtively; . that the precedent has d f hands, year will be only 2J mills. I assumed the force of unwritten law. J 1 A third term was proposed for Gen. Work has commenced on the con- Grant, but there was such a storm struction of an oil mill and fertilizer of protest, from republicans as well factory at Montezuma. as democrats, that there was no se- — rious effort to secure such a nomina- In New Jersey the expenses of the tion. state government are almost entirely paid with the incorporation fees from trust organizations. From July 1st, 1900, to June 1st, 1901, the federal pension list was in creased to the extent of 43,397 new names, Rather expensive expansion. The Southern Industrial Conven tion is in session at Philadelphia. Now, the republicans see that there is great danger (to them) of their party being displaced, and they think the man under whose ad ministration the present conditions assumed form is the man above all men who could best serve republi canism in carrying to fruition the colonial schemes that occupy the at tention of many commercial politi cians. Therefore, a third term for across have been accepted, and it is thought the bridge will be comple ted by November 1st next. ♦-*-* McKinley’s gang propose to rule the Philippines, Porto Rico and Ha waii, and to coerce Cuba by the right of might, regardless of the constitution, precedent or justice. Southern development will be great- McK : nlev is sU gge st ed and urged, ly advanced by this meeting of rep-1 Oonce ^ ia g {& fnrUlor step to ward imperialism, our Washington Plans for building an iron bridge I correspondent quotes two prominent Flint river at Montezuma J republican politicians: Chauncey Depew has come to the front again as a member of the claque winch wishes President Mc Kinley to be a candidate for re-elec tion. Mr. Depew says: ‘A third term for a president of the United States is not a bogy to be frightened at simply because no precedent has ev er been set. There is absolutely nothing against such a plan. So far as I have been able to discover there is no prejudice among the American people on the question of a third term for President McKinley. The rule has been that a man has been elected to the head of the nation so Andrew Carnegie predicts that I late in life that he cannot, live many the United States will be, in a time years, and this has operated to pre- to come, the strong friend to pre-4 vent third terms.’ On the other vent the political destruction ■ of hand, Senator Harris of Kansas has Great Britain by the continental this to say on the subject: ‘There powers. {will undoubtedly be a number of claquers and toadies who will soon Several days ago the King of begin suggesting the third term England received at Windsor Castle nomination of President McKinley, ) a delegation from the New York chamber of commerce—a most not able evidence of friendliness to this country. It is reported'from Berlin that through the persuasion of Queen Wilhelmina of Holland The Hague arbitration trabunal may take steps to terminate tne war in South Africa. Noon. Spread dinner. 2 p. m. Charge to Deacons. Their Character and Conduct. By B. C. Kendrick. Their Work and Reward. By W. J. Moore. 3. A Word to the Church: Will you use or abuse your Deacons. By Rev. A. S. Dix. 3:30. Sermon, Rev. W. H. Norton. SUNDAY. 9:30 a. m. Sunday School Mass Meeting, conducted by J. D. Martin. 1. The Scholar: Who, When, What for? By E. L. Bryan. 2. The Lesson: Learn it, Love it, Live it. 3. The Teacher: Heart, Head, Hands. 4. The Superintendent: Pray, Push, Pull. 10:30. Hattie’s Meeting-House to be dedicated to-day: What of it? Rev. W. L. Cutts. 11. Dedicatory Sermon, by Rev. A. S. Dix. Prayer, giving over the keys. Noon. Spread dinner. 2 p. m. Charge to the Church on the use and abuse of the house. 2:30. Business meeting of the Union. Dismission. Whole and ground Pepper, All spice, Cloves, Nutmegs, whole and ground Ginger, Pickle Spice ready mixed, White Mustard Seed, Cel ery Seed, ,Mace, Cinnamon, Tu meric, Lemon, Vanilla, Bananna Triple Extracts, racket store. Valises, Suit Cases, Telescopes at l. m. Paul’s. Mr. Josiah Bass, one of Hous ton’s prominent citizens, writes as follows: ‘ ‘After trying various but I cannot believe that the presi- j remedies, without obtaining any Our administration has stumbled against a constitutional prohibition that will be obeyed, and therefore will not be a party to a joint guar antee for the payment of the Chinese indemnity. . Mr. James B. McDuffie, a promi nent citizen of Hawkinsville, well known in Houston and throughout Georgia, died at his home in that city Sunday morning, June 2nd. He was a son-in-law of the late Josiah L. Wan*en, of Perry in early life, and then of Savannah. dent will be a party to the move ment, The sentiment against a third term is very strong in the country, and especially so in the middle west. While I do not believe that the pres ident will seek a third term, or that his name will be seriously suggest ed, I can readily understand that the business element, which is en tirely without sentiment, may say that it is worth while to keep Mr. McKinley in the White House.” In other words, Senator Harris is op posed to a third term, but admits that the money interest runs things in this country nowadays.” The Central City Ice Works of Macon is attempting to “freeze out It is now reported that a process j an ice factory at Hawkinsville, with " instructions to its agents to under sell the local concern, or even give away the ice. The Dispatch and a writer therein correctly urge the Citizens to give the Hawkinsville company their undivided patronage, because .of the great mutual in terests involved. Every effort to en force the right of might should be earnestly resisted. Monopoly is em- benefi t, I was cured sound and wel. by Mucalee Chill Stop. It is the best remedy in existence for chills fever and malaria.” Every bottle guaranteed. It costs you nothing if it fails to cure. Sold by drug gists at 50 cts. Manufactured by H. J. Lamar & Sons, Macon, Ga has been patented whereby paper can be made from swamp cane. This cane is abundant in the swamps along nearly all southern rivers and creeks, and the establish ment of this industry will mean mil lions for the south. Hon. E. B. Lewis was in Wash ington about two weeks ago, seek ing to serve the interests of his dis-1 inently selfish; and will always exact triet. At the postoffice department payment for concessions temporarily he urged the establishment of sever- j granted, al new rural free delivery routes,and was pleased with the assurance giv-1 Preparations are progressing for en. At the war department he se- the removal of' foreign troops, except cured the designation of two young legation guards, from China, but Ja- soldiers in the Philippines for ap- pan proposes to keep her soldiers pointment as lieutenants. For earn- there until all the others start home, est devotion to the interests of his The Mikado seems to distrurt some constituency, our representative is of the foreigners. It is said the im- not surpassed by any congressman perial court will return to Pekin in in the Georgia delegation. —If it be true that some Hous ton farmers are paying 75 cents a day for hands to chop cotton.the cost of cultivation will most like ly exceed the price at which the staple can be sold. At any rate, it illustrates two facts: That the chopping season is very much lat er'than usual, and that the sup ply of laborers is not near equal to the demand. Labor-saving ma chines must be used by the farm ers to protect themselves from shiftless and irresponsible labor ers. September, when the evacuation of the powers has been completed. In- j demnity negotiations have been about concluded. By threats of continued military occupation of Cuba, the United States government will force the constitutional convention of that isl and to accept the demands of this country. It is the right of might, and not the might of right, that is dominant in this business. It seems that Cuba is to have only such lib erty as suite the fancy of the repub lican administratibn of these United States. Administrator’s Sale. Georgia, Dooly County. Under and by virtue of an order of the Ordinary of said county, granted on 1st Monday in June, 1901,1 will sell at pub lic outcry before the court house door in Perry, Houston county, Ga., on the first Tuesday iu July next, within the legal hours of sale, the following property be longing to Emmett B. Graham, late of Dooly county, deceased: One warehouse and .lot in the town of Grovania, Hous ton county. Ga., known as lot No. §4 in block No. 7 in said town of Grovania. This June 3rd, 190i. Jno. T. Graham, Adm’r. Estate Emmett B. Graham, dec’d. GEORGIA—Houston Countp. M. A. Edwards, administrator of the estate of John A. Howard, deceased, has applied for dismission from said trust. This is therefore to cite all persons con cerned to appear at the September term, 1901, of the court of. Ordinary of said county and show cause, if any they have, why said application should not begrauted. Witness my Official signature this June 3,1901. SAM. T. HURST, Ordinary. GEORGIA—Houston County. M. A. Edwards, administrator of the estate of Mrs. G. C. Haddock, deceased, has applied for dismissioD|from sail trust. This i s therefore to cite all persons con cernel to appear at. the September term, 1901, of the court of Ordinary of said county, and show caus£Jf any they have, why said application should not be granted, r Witness my official signature this June 3,1901. SAM. T. HURST, Ordinary. GEORGIA—Houston County. R. T. Ulm has applied for administra tion on the estate of R. S. Rutherford, late of said county, deceased. This is therefore to cite all persons con cerned to appear at the July term, 1901, of the court of Ordinary of said county and show cause, if any they have, why said application should not be granted. Witness my official signature this June 8,1901. SAM T. HURST, Ordinaiy. -Hour Stock Farm, MACON. GA. The following ft allions will be at the Farm after May 1st, 1901: Judge Guy (3) second dam Orepon, oy Princeps (sire of 46 trotters,.5 pacers in list), Lardoret (2) Bay trotter, by Baron Wilkes, 2:18 (sire of 71 trotters, 19 pacers in list), dam Miss Gate-wood, 2:19%, by Hermitage 4241. second dam Margaret, by Geor gia Wilkes, Nylio (2) Black trotter, by Dare Devil, 2:08%, dam Straight Line, 2:12%, by Jerome Turner, 2:15%, second dam Tricotrin, by Stillson (sire of 10 trotters, 1 pacer in the list. Prince Bells (2) Bay trotter, by Bow Bells, 2:19% (sire of 15 trotters, 9 pacers in list), dam Reply, by Princeton. 2:19% [sire of 13 trotters, 7 pacers in list), second dam Florence JD., 2:29, by Jay Gould (sire of 26 trotters, 3 pacers in list). Red Cypress (2) Chestnut trotter, by Red Chute, 2:24, dam Ida Meg, by Robert McGregor 2:17% (sire of 84 trotters, 5 pacers in list), second dam Ida Chief, by Clark Chief (sire of 6 trotters iu list. The above are handsome and fast, standard and registered. Mares kept at 810 per month, owner’s risk of accidents and escapes. Parties wishing other information, please apply to J. F. GODDARD, Manager. It’s Foolish to take chances with an un certainty. It’s wise to inves tigate where everything is in your favor. Our store pro- uides she best clothing you can have, at the best prices you could find. There is ev ery reason why you should in vestigate and be safe in the inspection. BURNETT & GOODMAN, Third Street, Macon, Ga. Paints, Oils, Varnishes, Lime. Cement and Builders’ Hardware. Also Rough and Dressed Lumber, Ceil ing, Flooring, Laths, Shingles, etc/ When in need of any thing for building call on The Sherwin-Williams paint & CATER,- Paint Store, Cherry Street. Yards, corner Sixth and Cherry Streets. MACON, GA. Letter Heads, Note Heads, Bill Heads, Statements, Envelopes, Posters, Etc., AT THIS OFFICE. mim GIVE US A 1RIAL ORDER