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, —— 1 " wm Sidewalls meanings. LOCAL NEWS CF TOWN AND C0UNT7 —Just one week before Christ mas. —Another marriage at Perry during January,we are told. —Mr. C. E. Brunson ^attended justice court at Benaire last Sat urday. —Mrs. Norman P. Miller of Pulaski county is visiting friends in Perry. —Heavy Houston hogs make items of interest to Ho'ms Jour nal readers. —From Tuesday to Friday last week Rev. J. W. Simmons visited his sister in Alabama* —Miss Maggie Day has return ed home fpm School at Gaues- ville to spend the holidays. —Mrs. W. F. Killen of South Carolina hasjbeeri in Perry visiting her daughter, Mrs. R. M. Davis. —Tax Collector Davidson has been in Perry since Monday after noon, and will close his books next Saturday, December 20th. —Christmas time would be more pleasant for the older peo ple if the younger oneB would be less hilarious in their demonstra tions. —Senator Mathews and Repre sentatives Brown and Richardson returned home last Saturday, the legislature having adjourned for the term. —Rev. J. W. Simmons will preach at Providence at 8 o’olock next Sunday afternoon, in addi tion to the sermons at Perry mor ning and night. —Mrs. G. F. Hendricks of Cochran and Mrs. J. R. Sims of Barnesville are in Perry visit ing their parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. B. Schilling. —Mr. W. E. Saeger and wife of Powersville will go to Florida this week, and spend several weeks with his parents at Anato lia, on the Indian river. —Unless continued, cold weath er prevents, peaoh trees will bloom early in January. Just now conditions are not favorable for a good peach crop next year. —A speoial meeting of Houston Lodge No. 85 F.& A. M. will be held Friday night of this week to confer the Feilow Craft degree aud to install tile appointive offi cers. —Mrs. J. Y. Wallace and son, of Charleston, South Carolina, are in Perry, and will spend the Christmas holidays with the fam ily of her mother, Mrs. E. S. Wel kins. —On Tuesday, December 28d, Mr. Virgil E. Heard and Miss Carlos Taylor will bo married at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Taylor, near Dennard. —“Joe Bedge” was in Perry last Monday and oalled in to chat a while with the editor and print ers. He says affairs and things are in good shape at and around Gro vania. —We regret to learn that Mr. 0. Walter Bishop has moved from Houston, near Heard, to Macon. He is 'ah energetic and worthy young man, and we wish him much success in his new business. Dwelling House Burned. Early last Saturday night the elegant two-story dwelling belong ing to Mr. Godfrey Kegg about a mile from the eastern limit of Perry was completely destroyed by fire/ The fire caught on top of the house while the f family were at supper, but was not "discovered until practically the entire roof was in flames. Neighbors and a considerable number of Perry people assem bled, but .the flames had made such headway that very little could be done beyond protecting the out buildings. While attempting to save some furniture, both Messrs. Godfrey and Otis Kegg were slightly hurt, and the latter was completely overcome by heat and his exer tions. Very little furniture was saved, and all the wearing apparel except that being worn by members of the family was burned. Among the household offeots destroyed were several elegant carpets and some expensive china-ware. After the fire Mr. and Mrs. G. Kegg were given the hospitality of the home of Mr. and Mrs. D. H. Culler, and Mr. Otis Kegg and family went to the home of Mr. W. M. Boon, father of Mrs. Kegg. The loss is severe, especially as Mr. Godfrey Kegg is 80 years of age, and his wife only a few years younger. We understand there was in surance on the house and furni ture to the amount of $2,600, but this does not near cover the loss, we are told. The house was built in 1860 for Mr. L. M. Houser, and under his personal direction. Mr. Godfrey Kegg requests ub to express for’ himself (and fami ly their cordial thanks for the help given them last Saturday night by neighbors and others while their house was burning. Also their heartfelt appreciation of the many acts of kindness and the practical hospitality accorded 'them. —A nnmber of boys and young men in Perry have for several nights past perstetently, violated the municipal ordinance forbid ding the “shooting” of fireworks on the business streets of the town. This is not only wrong be- oruse it is violating the law, bht because it endangers the property of the merchants. Many costlv t •fires in towns and cities have been caused by the explosion of fire works. •—Masons of Parry, Elko and Roberta were guests Wednesday night of Austin Lodge, F & A. M. at Fort Valley. In addition to the worthy degree work presented, most excellent refreshments were served, aud the cordial hospitality of the Fort Valley Masons was be yond measure. Such occasions tend to cement fraternal fellow ship* while enlarging' the social scope of the individual members of the order. —Mr. L. C. White and wife of Providence, R I.-, are in Perry visiting the family of Mr. A. A. Smoak. Mrs. White was Miss Lucile Means, daughter of Prof. T. iE.(Means,formerly of Houston county. —Mr. C. H. Moore was with friends in Perry last Friday and Saturday morning. We under stand that while here he conclud ed the sale of his dwelling house and lot on Carroll street to Mrs. N. E. Cox. —Last week Miss Mary Killen resigned her position as assistant teacher of the Perry Public School. Her suoosor will be elec ted by the board of Education be fore the first Monday in January, the beginning of the next term. ' /a • —At the Baptist church in Per ry Thursday , afternoon at 5 o ( cldck, Mr. W. M. Blewster of Fort Valley and Miss Mattie Mil ler will be married. Directly af ter the ceremony they will go to Fort Valley on the Perry railroad . —Despite the many misfits of the seasons last Spring, Summsr and Fall, it now seems that the conclusion of 1902 will leave a majority of Houston county far mers in fairly good shape for an other crop year. Certain it is, all of them are determined to plant enough food and provender orops to supply all farm needs, and have a surplus for the • mar ket, if the seasons hit right. —At the regular meeting of Houstou Lodge No. 85 F & A. M. last Friday night, the following officers for the ensuing year were elected : C. E. Brunson, W. M.: B. H. Andrew, S. W.; J. N. Tur tle J. W.; L. M. Paul, Treasurer ; J. H. Hodges, secretary; A. B. Schilling, tyler. —An election for a teacher in the primary department of Perry Public School will be held next Monday morning, December 22nd. Applicants v will address B. C. Poltzclaw, Secretary, or R. N. Holtzolaw, President, Perry Board of Education. —As the Home Journal prin ters will be given Christmas holi day next Wednesday and Thurs day. We notify a\l parties that al 1 communications' or advertise ments for publication that week must be in this office by noon Monday. . Marriage Near Elko. Mr. Bruce Starbuok of near Perry and Miss Carrie Lou Lane were married last Sunday after noon, Rev. J. W. Simmons offici ating. The marriage was at the home of Mr. James D. Bateman, broth er-in-law of [the bride, about four miles north of Elko. A number of relatives and friends witnessed the marriage. The bride and groom are at borne on the “Gordon” farm near Perry. The groom is one of the most energetic and progressive farmers of Houston county. He came to Houston several years ago from Missouri with his ’parents, sister and.brother.* The happy young couple are must worthy of earnest congratu lations and best wishes, and in cordially extending them we join their friends. m Here is the place to find ,,, —As the School term has clos ed Mrs. J. W. Simmons desires to thank the patrons of her music class for their patronage and for the many kind things they have said to her of the progress of their children. She deeply appreciates this, and promises to give always the best of which she is capable. She sends to each and all a heart felt “Merry Christmas,” and ear nest thanks to the School Board for their help and courtesy. —While'no formal social func tions have been annouced for Christmas week in Perry, it goes without saying that our young folkfe will enjoy themselves in full measure during the holidays, and that a number of visitors will join them in their pleasure. —Mr. I. T. Woodard was in Perry Tuesday, filed his [[bond as Clerk of Houston Superior Court, took the oath of office and is ready to assume the duties of the office on the first of January next. —Invitations have been issued for the marriage of Miss Fannie Belle Vinson of Byron to Mr. Wil iam Emmette Vinson, on the 80th of December. BIG AUCTION SALE. 100,000 feet of pine lumber will be sold on my place on the 80th day of December, 1902, beginning at 10 o’clock, 7 miles north of 1 Per ry, Ga. All who fail to come will miss a bargain. Don’t forget the day, ^ DECEMBER 80th, 1902. Terms cash, except especial ar- rrngements. W. E. Green. —Dont Fail to call on C. M. Branan* the “Cheap Mule Man,” 520 Poplar street, Macon, Gfi., if you want a mule or Horse. —Syrup Barrels cheap. F. M. Houser. —Indian Sweet Grass Baskets, new, unique and pretty, in many colors, styles and sizes, at Holtzclaw’s Drugstore, If You Want a good Mule or Horse, call on C. M. Branan, 520 Poplar street, Ma con, Ga. -Syrup Barrels. F. M. Houser. We promptly obtain U. S. and Foreign l Send model, sketch or photo of Invention for < t freereport on patentability. For free book »HowtoSecureJ|j|n£ M ||j|p^e write ’ Patents and 10 | Opposite U, S. Patent Office< WASHINGTON DC. 50 YEARS* EXPERIENCE Trade Marks Designs Copyrights &c. Anyone sending a sketch and description may qttioidy ascertain cur opinion free whether an Invention Ja probably patentable. Communica- tIons/tHcqyconJadential. Handbook on Patents sent free. OldeslFagency : for secufing'patents“‘' ^through Munn & Co. receive Patents taken — special notice, without charge, in the A handsomely illustrated weekly. Largest oir nil Infirm of nmr a<•»! 1 fln <^i m, . _ culati.on of any scientific lournal. Terms,“S3a yearfour months, $L. Sold by all' - newsdealers. " Branch 0 o 3Sl Broadway, oe, 625. F St., Washington, D,1 Everything nice, n, new, clean, cheap Please allow a few suggestions: Suppose you come down town to buy Xmas presents. Be sure to come in Houser’s Store, for you can find something for all ages. FOfc BABIES AND LITTLE FOLKS: Rattles, Whistles, Cups and Saucers, Horns, Mugs, Toys of all kinds. FOR YOUNG GIRLS AND BOYS: Something useful first, such as Velocipedes, Steel Wagons, Wooden Wagons, Doll Carriages, Dolls of all kinds. FOR THE YOUNG LADIES AND YOUNG MEN: Nice Ties, Handkerchiefs, Pin Trays, Tie Boxes made of handsome hand-painted glassware, Box Paper, Gloves of all kinds, nice Vases, Perfume Bottles, Bouquet Holders, and a hundred other things. FOR THE OLDER* PEOPLE: Mustache Cups, Shaving Mugs, Razors, Pocket Knives. Gloves, Ties and Handkerchiefs, Fine Vases, Clocks, Desert Saucers and Desert Plates, Salad Dishes, Cake Dishes, etc., etc. Be sure to call in when down town hunting Xmas Goods. Fred. M. Houser’s. f © G&QSX ©TO 8BXAT BABOAIHi The Entire Racket Stock on the BARGAIN COUNTER. Embroideries, Laces, Trimmings, Hose, Half Hose, Towels, Etc v 1001 things you need at GREAT BARGAINS for cash, J. D. MARTIN, Jr., p ‘£" CHRISTMAS PRESENTS. “Santa Chius” will make his headquarters at my store this year, where he can purchase 66 USEFUL PRESENTS. 95 Dress Goods, Jackets, Gloves, Embroidered Handkerchiefs, Belts, Hosiery, Underwear, La dies’ and Misses’ Shoes. Former,: Clothing, Shoes, Gloves, Neck-. wi ar, Shirts, Silk and. Linen Handkerchiefs, Fancy Half Hose and many other substantial things for Xmas Presents. Bolls and Toys for little girl;s and boys. "W. ZD. jD A-3T, rPeirsT, G-a. “If you’d be wise in your own generation Be sure to wear the very best of clothes,” Anybody can fit a wooden mod el of standard proportions, but it requires an experienced garment maker to fit the living man in the wav he should be fitted. The first suit you fiuy of us will prove a personal recommen dation to you of the highest sort, and each succeeding purchase is a strong endorsement of what has gone before. COPYRIGHT 1902 BY A B. KIRSOHBAUM A CO. Cut to fit! Care, taste, exquisite material and expe rience combine to make our clothes distinctive. We show the latest styles only, and always. Benson, Walfcer & Moore, The TJp-to-Date Clothiers, THIRD STREET. MACON, GA.