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Perry, Thursday, .Tuyy 10. LOCAL NEWS, A Plantation Barbecue. Veterans’ Ho^or Crosses. His Memory Honored. The 4th of July barbecue at Mr. B. P. Starbuck’s, the Gordon place, just out of town, was a rich treat, in unalloyed fun, to those who attended. Mr. Starbuck says he has had no trouble with his la bor, that his hands have worked well all the year. He allowed them this treat as a reward, and' they promised him even better work for the rest of the year. By 10 a. m. a large crowd had gathered and the fun had com menced in earnest. Enthusiastic games of ball, none of your wishy washy playing, either, every man playing with all the zest that was in him. All at once the pitcher sent in a ball, and instead of catching the bat, it caught the battens face like a battering ram, and down he went like lead. In an instant another picked him up and bore him from the field as lightly as he would have carried a little child. No further damage was done than a badly swollen, aching jaw and nose. This was the only accident of any kind dur ing the day. When playing ball later and the same pitcher was serving, the men at the bat called ont: “Look hur, nigger, you des hit me wid dat ball, I make you take ker my wife six monts sho.” The dinner was fine. In addi tion to the delicious meats and lemonade furnished by Mr. Star- buck, the colored folks had brought all sorts of breads, pies and cakes. The master of cere monies, my! how he did parade around; a big, good-natured fel low who seemed fo enjoy every movement. With the voice of a foghorn he yelled, “Ever body cum to dinner!” Then such laughing, joking, pushing and scrambling.’ All at once he yell ed, “Yo’ gemmen all git yo’ cbats I ’ ’ The expressions of faces for a moment was ludicrous in the extreme, for not one-fourth had any coat to put on ; so he yelled, “Spects I hab to scuse yo’ dis time.” Rev. J. W. Simmons had been asked to make a little speech, so he stepped to the head of the ta ble, As he bared his white head he looked looked like a dove among crows. He made them really fine speech, and a blessing on their food and fun. One fel low exclaimed, “Dat sho ought to be writ down ;” many responded, “Hit sho ought.” The dance, the dance, how fun ny! They literally dance all over, cutting all Rorts of ludicrous ca pers, with the feet all the time patting, and chanting in a wierd minor key the ''most ridiculous rhymes. Here’s a specimen : Oum turn yo’ true lub roun’, She de purtiost gal m town. One man meeting another said “What yo’ doin’, man; why ain’t yo’ up yonder er dancin’?” “No no, kain’t do dat.” “What yo talkin’ ’bout, nigger; lots ob fun.’ “No, kain’t do it; kain’t sarb de debbil no mo J dat arway.” “Bet ter cum long, boy; moest purty gals up dar, dress fitjfto kill, too.” “Kain’t kep it, nigger, kain’t cum; I’s fixin’ to jine de church, I is.” Not even a bottle of beer was allowed, so they were a quiet, or derly set; not a scrap even among the boys; no fussing of any kind; only a jolly, happy frolic. It was funny indeed to the white people who had never seen such a thing. The costumes of some of the belles and beaux were/simply killing. Mr. Starbuck, his son and sweet daughter did all in their power to make a pleasant, day for the few friends with them, and the occa sion was thoroughly enjoyed. A Guest. There are a number of Houston Veterans who have not received the crosses of honor to which they are entitled. There is a special form.of application, and they can be secured on application to Mr. M. A. Edwards, adjutant of Hous ton damp, U. C. V.,- Perry Ga. When properly filled out, the ap plication must be presented to Mrs. F. M. King, president of Houston Chapter, Daughters of the Confederacy, Perry Ga. Mrs._ King earnestly requests all entitled to crosses to send in their applications at once, as the crosses in honor of deceased vete rans cannot be secured until all the living veterans are supplied. Mossy Hill Notes. BY ROCKS. We were blessed with a nice rain last week, which greatly, refreshed everything. It was not general, how ever, and much complaint is heard. Some farmers declare their corn crops are ruined, but the Mossy Hill Vanderbilt says his crop is O. K. The Fourth was very appropriate ly observed here. All quit work and took a day off. Some went fishing, others attended the race, while all agreed to meet Saturday evening and have the fireworks. The fire works were sure good and very much enjoyed by all. May the Fourth come every week. It has been so very warm that I have been foroed to turn the ther mometer upside down, and as the mercury climbs up, marking less de grees, we without fret or fume try to keep oool. Among the pleasant visitors on the Hill last week were, Mrs. J. O. Mann, Miss Mattie Brewtqp. and Rev. H. 0. Brewton of Elko, Mr. Chovine Walters of Albany, Messrs. Chapman and Starbuck of near Per ry, Messrs. J. Feltz Irby and T. Coleman Hodge and Miss Julia Eubanks of Henderson. Capt. W. 0. Davis of Dublin was also with friends here last week. Mr. C. B. Till attended the races in Macon last week, and/ declared they were the best he ever witnessed. Mr. Marion Barnes of Crawford county, who is visiting Mr. F. W. Pool near Henderson, passed over the Hill last week looking at v God’s own country. Misses Mary and Louise Davis are spending the week very pleasantly with Miss Julia Eubanks. From the Record-Union, June 4th, of Sactamento, California, w6 reproduce the item quoted be low: “The Camp of Spanish-Ameri- can War Veterans organized last evening. The camp is named af ter H. I. Laidler, ipember of the United States Ai*my Hospital Corps, killed in action against Filipibos in April, 1899. Laidler was a resident of Sacramento be fore joining the army for the Spanish war. He was a popular and well known young man. At one time he waB employed in the Southern Pacific Company’s Hos pital in this city.” The young man .referred to was Holland Laidler, s*>n of Dr. John Laidler of Elko, Houston county, Ga. He was quite young when he went to California from Houston, and thence to service in the Phil ippine Islands. He was quite pop ular with the young people in Houston, and the news of his death caused much sorrow among his friends. His body was buried in the family burial ground about four miles north of Elko. — —— mtim Aie you going away this summer? How about a Trunk, a Valise, or a Suit Case? Trunks—all grades and sizes. Packing Trunks from 50c up. Zinc Trunks from Canvas Trunks, all furnished with straps, from Saratogas—-Extra large Canvas Trunks with straps and extra trays. Linen lined. $1.50 up. ; . $4.50 up. Low Prices. ' , ■>. >. A Si HI ■ .. v We will get a nioe assortment of Suit Cases, Small and Largo Valisba, Telesoopes, &c. Prices will be right. > In a Pew Days, New Goods This Week. Some good values at Big lot of Knee Paints for Boys. waImaa a 4* O C _ O £ 25c, 35c and 50c. Men’s and Boys’ Overalls. Men’s Overalls at ‘ Boys’ Overalls at 40c. 60c., 75c. and $1,00 Don’t Fail To Try This. Whenever an honest trial is giv en to Electriot Bitters for any trouble it is recommended for a permaneut cure will surely be ef fected. It never fails to tone the stomach, regulate the kidneys and bowels, stimulate the liver, invig orate the nerves and purify the blood. It’s a wonderful tonic for run-down systems, Electric Bit ters positively cures Kidney and Liver, Troubles, Stomach Disor ders, Nervousness, Sleeplesness, Rheumatism, Neuralgia, and ex pels Malaria. Satisfaction guar anteed. Holtzclaw’s drugstore. Only 50 cents. Men’s Jeans Pants. # The best line for the money you will find—50o, 75c, $1.00 pair * New Store! New Goods! MY STOCK OF Furniture, Coffins, Caskets a H 5 UNDERTAKERS’ SUPPLIES is new, choice and complete. I buy direct from the factories, and sell on a small margin of profit. \ Dr. Crawford W, Long, the dis coverer of anaesthesia, has been se lected as the first of two Georgians whose statues will be placed in Stat uary Hall at Washington. The se lection was'made by a commission created for that purpose by the last legislature, and it was practically decided that the other will not be selected while Gen. John B. Gordon lives. The statue of a living man cannot be.placed in the hall. —We are told at least 50,000 peach trees will be set out on the farms around Perry next fall and winter. For Rent or Lease. Cloth Bound Books, 25/ for 1st Book, and 10/ for each exchange, including such, authors as Braeme, Bradden, Bulwer, Cary, Clay, Correlli, Henty and many others, at Perry P. O. —Don’t forget that we are Head quarters for Embroideries. Some of the best values you ever saw., at L. M.- Paul’s. One 8-horse Farm; one 6-horse iWm, one 4-horse Farm; one 3- horse Farm. These farms are near Elko, Ga., and under high state-of cultivation. Good hous es, plenty wood and water; good pastures. Apply to W. B. Fitzgerald, ^Oct.-l. Unadilla, Ga. —My Roller Process Flour mill is still in operation. Will grind for the public .at any time. Send me your wheat. I also do a merchant milling business. J. R. Barfield, 8-22, Emerioh, Ga, WHEELED « WILSON and HEW HOME Sewing Mchinea. can please you in goods and prices. Come to see me. —Smith’s Barnesville Buggies. F. M. Houser. GEORGIA, Houston County: Mrs. Eliza Bowman, widow of T. W. Bowman, lias applied for twelve months support for herself and 4 minor children from the estate of said deceased. This is therefore to cite all persons concerned to appear at the August term, 1902, 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 July 7, 1902. SAM T. HURST, Ordinary. Mr. J. R. Fudge is with me and will devote special attention to the Sewing Machine department—will carry a Machine to your home and permit a trial be fore you purchase. masonic (i) Building, A *f DAT GEORGIA, Houston County. L. H. Garfield, administrator of the estate of T. B. Ohancey, of said county deceased, has applied for dismission from said trust. This is therefore to cite all persons con cerned ito appear at the August term, 1902, 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 July 7, 1902. S4M.T. HURST, Ordinary. -Best all-wheat Flour at Tharp’s Mill. Try it. —Slippers going cheap. F. M. Houser. —Bargains in Neck Ties. Bows 4 in-Hands, Club^Ties, all 25/ qualities going at 10/, at L. M. Paul’s. Home Cured Hams ders for sale at W and Shoul D. Day. —Crate Nails. F. M. Houser. —Some Beautiful Patterns in Japanese Mattings,;. Pretty Rugs to go with it, at L. M. Paul’s. GEORGIA—Houston County. E. B. Baldwin has applied for admin istration on the estate of Mrs. V. Irene Murph, late of said county, deceased. This is therefore to cite a J l persons con cerned to appear at the August term, 1902, of the court of Ordinary of said county and show cause, if.any they have, why said application should not be granted. ' : V7itness my official signature this July 2, 1902. SAM T. HURST, Ordinary. there’s more to follow, you are picking rasp- Aricl still Whether berries in the White Mountains, or dreaming firearms in the valley of Wyoming, or sweltering in town, you’ll be glad you bought one of these cool, stylish and fashionable ‘‘Featliei -Weights ( Nobody ought to go without com fortable clothing—it’sfall here— everything in the light-weights and next-to-nothings — and the price doesn’t stand in the way. We have fitted many. Why not yon?' We await your coming with perfect confidence, as we are sure from our extensive assortment we will fit you Satisfactorily. m A I, m £ if H ' GEORGIA—Houston County. O. O. Richardson has applied for per manent administration bn the estate of T. N. Bowman, larte of said county, de ceased. This is therefore to cite all persons con cerned to appear at the August term, 1902, of the court; of .Ordinary of said county and show 5 , caui^/if- any they have, why said applioa^U -.’should not be granted. " , Witness my official signature this July 2,1902. SAM. T. HURST, Ordinary. BENSON & HOUSER, Wagon-s ialty at and Buggies a spec- W, D. Day’s. —Fans cheap. F. M. Houser. OASTORIA For Infants and Children. GEORGIA. Houston County. J. B. Hunt, execjjtor of estate of Mrs. Martha J. Avant, deceased, has applied for dismission from said trust.. This is therefore to cite all persons con cerned to appear, at the August term, 1902, of the court-of Ordinary of said county,®# show^nse J^anphiey have, why Baid dapplicifftiohv^hould' not be granted., Witness mv official signature this July 2,1902. , S AM. T. HURST, Ordinary. 420 Third St. THE UP-TO-DATE CLOTHIERS, :: M A COX, GA . E. J. MILLER. C. .T. CLARK. •;f 'if MULLER <fe CLARK, AMERICUS, GA. ■vm V -DEALERS IN- MARBLE AND GRANITE MONUMENTS m CURBSTONES, STATUARY, ETC. Bears the Signature m i Dealers in Tennessee. Georgia, Italian and ..'American- Mai ble and .European and Domestic Granite. Estimates furnished and contracts made for all kinds of Buiidmg Stone. Iron Railing for Cemetery Work a specialty. We have lately added a fully equipped Cutting and Polishing Plant, with the latest Pneumatic tools, and can meet ail competition ■ ' .. • ■ ■■ ’ v •