The Home journal. (Perry, Houston County, GA.) 1901-1924, May 01, 1902, Image 7
Elko Etchings.
By Uncle Ned,
Mrs. J. F. Houser returned home
last week from Macon, after spend
ing a week with her daughter, Mrs.
0. G. Hardison.
Mr. W. H. Buff returned home
Sunday from his trip to Texas. He
reports a pleasant trip.
Mr. Ross Bragg of near Hawkins-
ville spent Sunday in Elko.
Mrs. H. J. Brown and son, Rob
ert, are visiting relatives at Mt. Ver
non.
Several people went from here last
Saturday to Henderson, as it was
decoration day.
Mr. Jack Hodge passed through
Elko Sunday going down the road.
«There must be some attraction
down south for him.”
Mr. Lawton Houser went to Al
bany with the Perry Rifles last
week, to the Chautauqua.
Rev. H. 0. Brew ton filled his reg
ular appointment at the Methodist
churoh here Saturday and Sunday.
Robbers broke into the depot here
Saturday night, but only secured
about $26.0—that being in pennies.
They gained entrance through the
transom over the office door. They
tried to get in the store of C. E. Eu
banks & Go., but did not succeed.
They went from here to Grovania,
where they went into the depot and
Mr. Henderson’s store, but we have
not learned what they got there.
They carried our agent’s hatchet
and cotton hook from here to Gro
vania, it being found in Mr. Hen
derson’s store.
Mr. O. Eugene Houser spent Sun
day with home folks here, returning
to Emory this morning.
Mr. D. J. Harrell of Cochran spent
Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. J. H.
Clark.
Mr. H. E. Marshall spent Sunday
with friends in Unadilla.
Mr. Sam Riley of Grovania was in
Elko to-day on business.
April 28, 1902.
Yield, Not Acreage.
Every Houston county farmer
Withdrawal.
Circumstances by which I am sur-
should be constantly asking and r °dnded prohibit me from making a
answering the question. Does (thorough canvass of the oounty, and
I for this reason I withdraw from the
race for sheriff, thanking my friends
Cotton Picking by Machinery.
The following, special to the Bir
mingham News from Jackson, Miss.,
will be interesting to cotton growers:
“The first regular contract ever
made in the world to pick cotton by
machinery was closed iu Greenville
a few days ago, and the first experi
ment with the machine will be made
on a plantation in Washington coun
ty next fall.
“A Pittsburg man is the inventor
of the device, and for the past ten
years has been conducting experi
ments in the vicinity of Greenville.
He now claims that the device has
been modelled on a practical work
ing basis and feels confident that he
will revolutionize the cotton picking
industry in the south. The machine,
he admits, is valueless except on the
level uplands, low valleys and prairie
grounds, but even if it should prove
successful with this limit, its effect
on the labor question in the south
will be -very marked.”
the land I cultivate produce as
much it should? If the answer is
in the negative, then there should
be increased effort to secure an
affirmative answer.
Just what the producing capac
ity per acre of any specified area
of Houston county land is, or
should be, may not be known ex
actly. But we dare say no Hous
ton farmer will 3ay that his land
yields as much in any crop as it
could be made to produce.
For many years the rule has
been to cultivate as many acres
as the force under control can
plow—so many acres to the plow;
not so much produce. A reverse
of this method is essential to the
fullest measure of agricultural
success.
It is vastly better to produce
twenty bales of cotton on twenty
acres of land than to get the same
amount from thirty acre9, even
if the same amount of plow force
is used in either case. Just the
procedure that would give Buch
such increased production on the
decreased acreage, we are not pre
pared to say, but we are satisfied
it can be done.
We know that many progres
sive Houston farmers have steadi
ly increased the productiveness of
their lauds, and any others who
use energetically like methods
can do likewise. We know that
the average yield per acre of corn
cotton and other produots in
Houston is greater now than it
was 25 years ago.
It does not require argument to
show that it is much more profit
able to grow a bale of cotton, or
20 bushels of corn, per acre than
to produce a like amount on two
acres.
Whenever the yield is material
ly enlarged on a decreased area,the
fertility of the soil is permanently
increased, the value of the land
considerably enhanced, and the
profits enlarged in equal ratio.
The more determined and con-
tinous the effort on this line, the
easier will be acquiremet of the
desired condition. Then there
will be acres to rest and secure
from nature direct such properties
of plant food that can be secured
in no other way. Such progress
will also permit the use of acres
for pasturage and like purposes
that theretofore must go to make
up the necessary amount of land
under the plow annually.
Many Houston farmers do not
need to be reminded of any fact
here stated, but being impressed
with their importance,we are con-
strined to give them expression
and publicity.
The office farmer is not attempt
ing to dictate, and the method he
outlines may not be adopted by
many, but we dare say exceeding
ly few will dispute his conclusions.
Reports from Atlanta say the rail
road authorities will accept the prop
osition to build a new passenger de
pot at Atlanta under the provisions
of the law enacted by the Georgia
legislature at the session last year,
This acceptance included the plan
prepared by an architect selected by
Gov. Candler. Just when the work
will begin has not been declared.
Letter to Mr. A. B. Schilling,
Perry, Ga.
Dear Sir: We ask pardon in advance
for addressing this open letter to
you; wouldn’t do it if we couldn’t
serve you. First, ask your bank or
any mercantile agency about our
capital or reputation, then consider
our offer of “free paint” to be given
to you or any friend that paints this
spring. We present it to secure sev
eral sample houses covered with L*
& M. Paint to show the merchant
that we want to take our agency.
Give us dimensions and number of
coats and we’ll tell you how many
gallons of L, & M. we can send free,
and also suggest handsome color
combinations. 1,500 agencies; a
paint that covers better and lasts
longer than white lead; sales of 5
million pounds annually; these are
some of the reasons why you can
put trust in us. Investigate.
Very sincerely,
Longman & Martinez,
Paint Makers.
who so earnestly promised to aid
and support me in the coming pri
mary. Those whom I knew would
not, are still my friends, and I have
no ill will whatever toward any one
of them.
For the above reason alone I with
draw, and not in the interest of any
of my opponents. Of the report that
I have so withdrawn, I will say that
it is false, and without any founda
tion whatever.
Very Respectfully*
J. M. Pitts.
POLITICAL ANNOUNCEMENTS.
Announcements Received hater than
11 O'clock Wednesday Morning,
Will be too late for That Week.
For Sheri ££.
I hereby announce myself a candidate
for the offioe of Sheriff of Houston coun
ty, subject to democratic primary.
Respectfully, Jno. F. Troutman,Jr.
I hereby annouuoe myself a candidate
for the offioe of Sheriff of Houston
oounty, subject to demooratio nomina
tion. Respectfully,
Walter E. Means.
Bonaire School Honor Roll.
95;
1st Grade —Perry Watson,
Gussie Pierce, 98.
2nd: Grade—Marlin Watson,
99.05; Cooper Watson, 98;Emmet
Sasser, 97; Bridger Watson,‘94.
8rd Grade—Robert Sasser, 98;
John Barker, 96; Onis Watson,
94.
4th Grade—Maud Sasser, 98.58;
Eva Sasser, 99; Tommie Pierce,
98; Everett Sasser, 98.
6th Grade—Roff Sa,sser, 99; Su
sie Slocumb, 98.64; Geral Barker,
98.50; Leah Barker, 98.50.
Elma Duke.
Teacher;
Sound Kidneys—Perfect Health.
The use of Smith’s Sure Kidney Oure
will produce both. Iry a bottle and
be convinced. 50 cents at Oater’s
Drugstore.
For Solicitor General.
I am a candidate for the offioe of So
licitor General of the Maoon Oirouit,
subject to Demooratio nomination.
Robert Hodges.
—The recent excessive increase
in the price of beef and other fresh
meats in the cities,—to 25 cents
a pound, should be an exhortation
to farmers to raise at least a few
cattle for market, wherever the
surroundings are at all favorable.
While this rise in the price of
fresh meats was due to the power
of a trust combination,and though
it did not materially effect small
towns in the country, it empha
sises the fact that trusts can
“squeeze” anybody who must
have the products they control.
In Houston there are many acres
that could be profitably devoted
to cattle raising, and for fat cat
tle there is always a market
ready.
They say that the claim of Col.
Terrell’s campaign manager has
been reduced from 120 to 75 coun
ties. It is further said that Mr,
Guerry’s increasing popularity caus
ed the decrease. Gol. Estill claims
a steady increase in popular favor.
Candidates may be requested. to
remember the grass when they visit
their country friends.
If You Suffer from Kidney Troubles
Use Smith’s Sure Kidney Cure. Noth
in g like it for diseased kidneys. 50
Otar--, at Cater’s Drugstore.
207 Pearl St., New York City.
Subscribe fox the Home Journal.
See the line of Straw Hats for
Men and .Boys. Just; the styles
you want at the correct prices
I respectfully announce myself a can
didate for Sheriff of Houston oounty,
subjeot to demooratio primary. If elect
ed promise faithful service.
M. L. Cooper.
For Clerk Superior Court.
I announce myself a candidate for re-
eleotion to the offioe of Clerk of the
Superior Court of Houston Oounty,
subjeot to the Democratic nomination.
If elected, I will endeavor to render
the best service of which 1 am capable.
Respeotfully, M. A. Edwards.
I hereby announce myself a candidate
for Clerk of the Superior court of Hous
ton county, subjeot to demooratio nomi
nation. IE you find me worthy and com
petent, I respectfully ask you to vote for
me. I. T. Woodard.
For County Treasurer.
Being urged by friends in and around
Perry, I have consented to beoome a
candidate for the office of County
Treasurer of Houston county, subject
to demooratio nomination.
Respeotfully, Asberry Bryant.
I horeby announce myself a candidate
for re-election to the offioe of County
Treasurer of Houston oounty, subject to
democratic nomination.
Respectfully, W. J. Moore.
For Tax Receiver.
I announce myself a candidate for the
office of Tax Receiver oE Houston ooun
ty, subjeot to democratic nomination,
and earnestly solicit the support of the
voters of the county. If elected I prom
ise faithful and efficient service.
Respectfully, Jaxe H. Culler.
I hereby announce myself a candidate
for re-election to the office of Tax Re
ceiver of Houston county, subjeot to
demaoratic nomination.
Respectfully, B. T. Staxeord.
Through the solioitatton of friends
I announce myself a .candidate for the
offioe of Tax Receiver oE Houston
county, subject to Demooratio nomina-
Respectfully.
Graham Thomson.
tion.
L. M. Paul.
I hereby annoanoe myself » candidate
for the offioe of Tax Receiver of Houston
county, subject to democratic nomina
tion. I promise faithful and efficient
service if elected. Respectfully,
Geo. S. Haslam.
For Tax Collector.
I hereby announce my candidacy for
the office of Tax Collector of Houston
county, subject to demooratio nomina
tion. I bespeak the hearty support of
my friends from every section of the
county. Respeotfully,
A. W. Murray.
I hereby announce myself a candidate
for the office of Tax Collector of Houston
County, subjeot to Democratic Primary.
I earnestly solicit the support of the
voters of the county of my birth. If
elected, I promise faithful and efficient
service. Respectfully,
W. C. Lewis.
I respectfully unuounce my oandidacy
for the offfos of Solicitor General of the
Maoon Cirouit, subjeot to the approach
ing Democratic primary- If eleoted,
my constant purpose will be to discharge
the duties of the offioe faithfully.
Walter J. Grace.
Shudders at His
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‘I recall now with horror,”says
Mail Carrier Burnett Mann, of
Leva.nna, 0., “my three years of
suffering from Kidney trouble. I
was hardly ever free from dull
aches or acute pains in my back..
To stoop or lift mail sacks made
me-groan. I felt tired, worn out,
about ready to give up, when I
began to use Eleotrict Bitters,but
six bottles completely cured me
and made me feel like a new
man.” They are unrivaled to reg
ulate Stomach, Liver, Kidneys
and Bowels. Perfect satisfaction
guaranteed, at Holtzclaw’s Drug
store. Only 50 cents.
A Good Farm For Sale.
The Marchman Home place,
865 acres, with good dwelling!
out-houses, etc., on Perry branch
railroad, adjoining Standard
Fruit Farm. Apply at once,
R. L. Marohman,
tm!5 Perry, Ga.
17ibs Sugar for $1.00.
Fred. M. Houser.
Having been appointed by the Gov
ernor to fill the unexpired term of Hope
Polhill, until an eleotion oould be held,
I hereby announce my oandidaoy in the
approaching primary for the offioe of
Solicitor General of this Circuit, for
the remainder of suoh uuexpired term.
Wm. BRUNSON.
o. z. McArthur,
DENTIST,
FORT VALLEY, GEORGIA.
Office over Slappey’s Drugstore.
THE
Standard Poultry Farm,
OllLAMffl, FLA.,
‘For State Senator.
I hereby announce my oandidaoy for
the demooratio nomination for the offioe
of State Senator for the 2 Ird Senatorial
uistriot. Respeotfully,
H, A. Mathews.
For The Legislature.
I hereby announce myself a candidate
for the office of Representative of Hous
ton county iu the next Legislature, sub
jeot to democratic nomination.
Respeotfully, , J. M. Heard.
I hereby annouuoe myself a candidate
for the office of Representative of Hous
ton County in the next Legislature of
Georgia, subjeot to Demooratio nomina
tion. Respeotfully, T. V. Fagan.
I respeotfully annouuoe myself a can
didate for re-election to the Lower
House. Having had experience, I feel
that I am better able to serve the inter
ests of the people. If eleoted, I prom
ise to discharge my duty faithfully and
fearlessly. S. S. Taylor.
I hereby announce myself a candidate
for the offioe of Representative of Hous
ton county in the next Legislature of
Georgia, subjeot to Demooratio nomi
nation. Respeotfully,
Robert E. Brown.
To the Voters of Houston County.
I respectfully ask your support in the
Demooratio primary for Representative.
With the experience of the InBt term in
the House, I will be able, if elected, to
render you more efficient service in the
next. ' O. O. Richardson.
For Coroner.
I hereby announoe myself a candidate
for the offioe of Coroner of Houston
county, subject to demooratio nomina
tion. Respeotfully,
A. B. Schilling.
o-A-np-criD IMS
Cures
Headache, Neuralgia,
Sick Headache
and LaGrippe Pains.
15c., 25c. and 50c. bottle. For sale by
H. M. HOLTZCLAW, Druggist, Porry, Ga.
Offers eggs for hatching from the
following breeds;
Light Brahmas, Golden and Silver Se
bright and Buff Cochin Bantams, Buff
Cochins, Pit Games, White and Cornish
Indian GataeB, Golden.,Penoiled and Sil
ver Spangled Hamburgs,Houdans,Black
Lnngshnus, White, Brown and Buff Leg
horns, Black Minoroas, Buff Orpingtons,
White Crested Black Polish, White and
Barred Plymouth Rocks, Single and
Rose Comb Rhode Island Reds, White
Faced Blaok Spanish and Pekin Dnoks,
Our stuck is thorough and standard
bred. Write for list of prizes and prices
Satisfaction guaranteed.
Photograph Gallery.
I have opened a Photograph Gnllery
on Carroll Street, Perry, Ga.,
, near Home Journal offioe.
Photographs from $1,00 to
, $4.00 per dozen.
Will be at Gallery Saturdays and Mon
days only v
ENLARGING AND FRAMING
To Suit Customers.
Sunshine not necessary for good work*
Yours to please,
G. L. STRIPLING.
mm SEED HOUSE
GARDEN AND FIELD
BEANS, CORN,
ONION SETS,
EARLY AMBER and
ORANGE 80RG&UM.
KAFFIR CORN,
PEANUTS,
WATERMELON,
CANTALOUPE
Stock and Poultry Powders.
L. W. GRAY, Mug*.
466 Poplar St. MACON, GA*
THERE’S A BIG SHOW
IN TOWN.
Sill H Hit WM MS
I respectfully announce myself a
Candidate for the office of Tax Collector
of Houston county, subject to the Dem-
cratic Primary. J - W. Rushing.
For County Commissioner.
The many friends of Mr. Chester
Pearce hereby announce him as a can
didate for the office of Commissioner of
Roads and Revenues of Houston county,
subject to Democratic nomination.
I hereby announce myself a candidate
for re-election to the office of Commis
sioner of Roads and Revenues of Hous
ton county, subject to democratic nomi
nation. Respectfully,
J, J. Houser.
I herebv announce myself a candidate
for the office of Commission'er of Roads
and Revenues of Houston oounty, sub
ject to democratic nomination.
Respectfully, Zach Hays.
It|3 a magnificent aggregation of the
World’s Best.
The sign on the entrance reads:
BENSON & HOUSER.
Better take in this show—it’s worth
seeing- The display of Spring Suits
will interest every good dresser in town,
while the reasonable prices will interest
every prudent and careful buyer.
NEW SPRING FABRICS. A Display
worth coming miles to see. A glad hand
of welcome awaits every caller. Admis
sion nothing. Won’t you come?
BENSON &
Cp-fo-Da1
420 Third Strete.
riotiiiers,'
m&cOjS', ga;