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EDITORIAL SQUIBS. The pretty fall weather Btili holds good. The farmers cannot object to the weather, as it affords them a good time for gathering their crops. ^ The friends of Col. J. H. Estill are going jto make a .strong : effort in his behalf in the gubernatorial contest. -He is a mighty good man, and no mistake would be made by the people in honoring him with the Governorship. In a few weeks from now the vo ters of the city of Gainesville wifi be called upon to choose a mayor and three aldermem to serve for the ensuing two years; It is the duty of each citizen to consider carefully the merits of each can didate and the best men—exper ienced, qualified, conservative successful men—those who will de vote their best: efforts, time and talents to the city, should be vo ted for. Just now we need such men at the helm. The city is rapidly passing from a town of 6,000 pop ulation to a city of 12,000 souls. Important, momentous questions —questions of vital importance to us all—are daily arising and the best men—practical, wise, enterprising? and through-going business men—should be in power to watch after our interests. Let each citizen do his duty in this matter, and uo mistake will sbe made. DEMOCRATS MAKE GAINS. Tammany Hall, the great or ganization under the leadership of Riehard Crokeiyof New York, went down in ignominious defeat in the election last Tuesday, Beth Low, fusion candidate, defeating Edward Shepard, Tammany can didate, by 29,000 majority. Tam many has been in control of the municipal government for years, and since the adoption of the new charter of greater New York has had everything absolutely its own way. Corruption and vice have held high sway, it is alleged, and the triumph of Low appears to be a victory for decent governmeut rather than the success of republi canism or the overthrow of De mocracy. In Iowa, Ohio and Nebraska re publicans have made gains, but in Virginia. Maryland and Kentucky sdemocratic majorities have been increased; and the two last named states each get a Democratic Uni ted States Senator.' Senator Hanna will be re-elec ted to the U. S. Senate, ahd his influence at the white house will be more perceptible than it was immediately after Roosevelts suc cession to the Presidency. WENT TO SAVANNAH. The Georgia legislature visited Savannah last Wednesday as the guests of the city and the state fair association. The people of hospitable Savannah royally en- 1 ter tamed the y|$ltqrk and ex tend-' J ed every courtesy to them. The j m in features of the day were the ^ visit to the state fair, which was formally opened by Governor ! Candler, and an oyster roast at Tybee Wednesday afternoon. ! It appears that the precept leg islature is going to decrease, the pension eyil. Ilf 4 s a move in the night direction. Let the legisla tors make a few more cuts, and then we*!! get down to the right basis. A matchless display of the most choice things. Black Allovers, $8.50 per yard, with galloons to match. Beautiful Allovers in Ecru and Arabian shades worth 75c.,$LQ0 $1.50, $2 00, and $2.50, with lovely Silk Applique and Lace Galloons to match, in Cream, Ecru and Arabian, worth 15c, 25c, 35c. 50c, 65c, and 90c. We are prepared to show you the cream of the Dress Goods market. Our line of black goods covers a range of fabries, weaves, and prices th^l^ilvbe sure to pleased In our line of Novelty Dress Goodathe color combination s are exquisite—embracing anything- to be desired, either for a handsome suit or separate skirfc a magmncent assortment. faa PP7 blending of beauty, qna ] and snappy up-to-dateness. 50 dozen all linen Collars-^ est shapes' 5c each. Li Hung Chang, the greatest of Chinese statesmen, is dead. The Flowery Krhgdom mourns his de- meise. Curtains and Portiers. I fail to get one of those heavy wool Ingrain Art Squares, feet, at $3.90. This department is more ti double what it has been—not oi in quantity, but in styles and intrinsic Values. We have given particular atten tion to this department, and you will find here not only the staple lines, but many of the ideis pecu liar to this season- We would mention specially our guaranteed Black Taffeta and Peau de Soie afc 75c, 85c, $1.00 and $1.50. Beau tiful line of Silk Waist Patterns in colored Taffeta, Peau de Soie, and exclusive Novelties at 75c, 85c, and $1.00. This department is unusually strong with some very special things in 54. to 60-inch goods at $1, $1 2f>;«nd $1.50. It appears that the influence of the Schley court of inquiry was felt in Maryland last Tuesday. Who knows? For Mens’ Suits, $5.00 to $l7i and Overcoats $5.00 to #20.00. you ever had your money’s woi you will find it in these. Strong line of Boys* and CM ren’s Suits at $1.50 to $8.00. Embroideries Don’t fail to keep your eye on Gainesville. Also keep your ton gue at work in her behalf. New lot of three-piece match sets in Cambrics, Nainsooks, and Swisees, worth 15c, 20c, 22c, 27c, 38c, 89c, and 45c. A combination of beauty : and value unexcelled. Val Laces, a pretty lot in. new designs; at 2£c, 5c, 7^c, 10c, 12£c, and 15c. ; 4 State Treasurer Park is much in evidence at all places where the politicians gather. He doesn’t ihteitid" for Heh. ! WP J. Speer to succeed him soon. In Ladies* and Gents* Kid Gloves. *Un derwear and .Ho siery. A mammoth stock of nob! things, including Stetson’s k styles in Derbies and soft Hak All roads lead to Gainesville these days, so keep them in good condition. With a Cordial Invitation to all, we are, Yours for Business, We urge onr readers to patron ize those who advertise in this pa per. The firms who advertise with os think euough of our readers to ask for their trade, so keep thorn in mind when buying goods. Think About it. Did you ever think what a tire less letter writer a good local pa per is? Day after day and week after week, reaching into years it goes on' telling the marriages, births, deaths and the coming and going of people of the town; the business success or failure: crops, 14 Main Street Furbish I rig the House. A few drops of oil of lavender in a silver bowl or ornament dish of some kind half filled with very hot water ahd set in the dining room just before dinner is served gives a delightful and intangible freshness to the atmosphere of the apartment. Hostesses often put a small vessel in* the parlor and dressing rooms when arranging the house for a festivity. The suggestion is especially valuable to the hostess in a small apartment, which sometimes in the bustle of PICKWICK ~~ nSYSTEM Rughfahape clotting t1and~tb~fifc-Men HAND-MADE London Nov. 2. —The first offi cial statement of any kind made for a month in relation to the Ni caragua canal has been obtained by the Associated Press, it con firms the fact that Lord Pawnee-, foie, the British ambassador to the United States, when be lands I in New YprL today will have with him a draft of a new treaty, which iain every particular satisfactory to Lord Salisbury’s cabinet. In the diary of Dr. Stiles, who was president of Yale from 1778 to 1795, he says theie were three professors and as many tutors [ about the time be became pres ident. Now they are numbered by the hpndred. The United States imported hides and skins, other than fur skins, to the amount of $37,000,- 000 during the eight months end ing with August. Grossman, £Uchaeuson- : & G9. makers- WATERMAN. BURNETT & 1 China Novelties, Vases, Fig®* WHAT WE CLAIM: Style, Quality, Prices. nie, you may give me an example of a conjunction. Johnnie—A couplin’ pin; ma’am. Teacher—Now, I told you yes terday that a “conjunction” is something that connects. John- We return our sincere thanks to the above,, named gentlemen for their consideration and assure them, though a little broke up, we are ready for the next.