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ROCKDALE BANNER PUBLISHED ONEVERY FRIDAY n’KELLEY & MADDOX. CONYERS, GA., NOV. 2, 1888. j J ocal Gatherings, Mr. Henry Almand of Jackson in town this w'eek, ^as been Macon Dr Stewart has m veral days attending a session for 6e Masonic order. of the few Mrs. E. R- Davidson spent a ith friends in the city this days w week. dwelling, good A nice 3 room *ater and 3 acres of land for sale. Call at this office. Mrs. Emily Simonton died at f Cncllville,Gwinnett county, the 27th n8 t. and was buried at Haynes Creek church at 3 o’clock p. m. on the 28th. When you want beef, pork, or sansage cull on A- B- Osborn. Last Sunday at the residence of the bride’s father, Mr. E. R. Sigman of Walton county, was married Miss Carrie Sigman to Mr. Robert Hunt. We extend congratulations, and wish them much joy. A good market, fine beef, pork, and sausage kept all the time by A. B. 09born. Mrs. Goss, who has been exceed¬ ingly low for several weeks past, we are glad to learn is better, and has been judged out of serious danger. Mrs. Sarah D. O’Kelly of Gwin¬ nett county has been suffering se¬ verely for several days with rheu¬ matism. She is now Borne better. The Banner is growing in popu¬ larity day by day. The subscrip¬ tion is increasing rapidly. Mrs. A. Riley is sick with fever. It will afford us much pleasure to report the rapid recovery of this excellent lady. School at Smyrna opens Monday. The prospects are that Prof. Coleman will have a very large attendance. The young people of the city had a very enjoyable sociable at Mr DavisCr ssley’s last Monday night. The credit of its success belongs to Miss Exer Bryans. What is life woith? This is a question in which every man is di¬ rectly concerned. A few fleeting years, yes. possibly months, days, or hours, and life is no more. Then we have no time to lose. First of all,prepare for eternity; next duty is the care of your family. How arc* you going to provide for them? By eagerly grasping riches; by hoarding up lands, vast acres to acres: by packing your safe with notes, deeds, mortgages, all to be forced to sale by an administrator executor, or guardian, bringing about fifty cents in the dollars Don’t you think it better to act as your own administrator, shap¬ ing up your business, placing your investments in a Life Policy, paying you a reasonable compound interest; and when death comes there is ready cash to sustain your family when they most need it. If you are a laboring man, you may say, “I think life Insurance a good thing, and would like to have a policy, but I will need all my mon¬ ey or income, and have none to spare in the way of paying preiums If it is hard on you for your family to get along now, how do you think your family could move along, should the source of income be en¬ tirely shut off by your removal in death? Don’t you think your fami¬ ly would need the money a great deal more, should they be left alone than they need it while you are with them? I think you will answer yes. Then why delay the matter? Voters! Read This. Fellow citizens of Rockdale coun¬ ty : I have net had the privilege to visit you i n person, owing to the afflictions of my mother, she need fflg my attention both day and fflght. I w iii appreciate your vote an d influence for the office of Treasurer, election day, Saturday, * ov. 3rd, 1888. Very resp’fully. W. T. Huson. Conyers, Ga, Oct. 24th, 1888. The jury that acquitted Eddle man last Monday in Atlanta was burned in effigy Tuesday. Eddie man, it will be remembered, killed Gresham in a barroom last May. Five thousand people, so it is re¬ ported, witnessed the burning. There is much excitement over the matter. The jury is receiving many marks of both private and public disfavor. Mrs. Judge A. C. McCalla visited relatives in Stone Mountain and Atlanta this week. Mrs. Dr. Rosser is visiting her mother and brother in Carrollton this week. She will return next Monday. Judge McCalla has been unwell for some days, sufferinf from a se¬ vere pain in his shoulders. There is some similarity between the napkin ring and the welkin ring. There is a hollow in both. Capt. Zachry is building a nice dwelling across the street in front of his present home. Dr. Lee is making some improve¬ ments on his dwelling. Dr. Bachman has been preaching some impressive and telling ser¬ mons at the Presbyterian church, Mr. Allen Hardin has moved into the John F. Almand house on Mill street. Hon. L. F. Livingston, of New¬ ton, was elected vice-president of the State Alliance -Exchange at a meet¬ ing of the trustee stock holders held in Macon last week. Hon. Felix Corbut, of Floyd, was chosen presi¬ dent of the Exchange. Col. Living¬ ston was also honored with a posi¬ tion on the board of directors. Hon. W. L. Peek, of Rockdale, was made chairman of the convention. The alliance has about 60,000 members in Georgia. PILLOW SHAMS. We have just received 60 pairs fine cambrio stamped. “Pillow shamssize, 34x34 inches with six sets of designs. We are selling at 25 cents per pair, the price of the goods without the stamping. HUDSON BROS. Mr. Madison Tucker is 6aid to have the finest hog to its age ever raised in our county. Mr. Tucker has raised some fine hogs in his life and he says himself this is by far the finest hog he ever raised. It is a regular show for persons passing his house. It will weigh about 500 pounds. There will be a congregational meeting at the Presby terian church Saturday evening at 8 o’clock. All the church members are requested to be present. Several farmers from the lower part of Henry county in the neigh¬ borhood of Island Shoals sold their cotton in Conyers this week. So it goes without dispute that Conyers is a first-class market in every par¬ ticular. Bring your cotton here. The Philadelphia Times says: “If an advertiser has the happy fac¬ ulty of making his advertisements attractive, interesting and convin¬ cing hiB road to fortune and fame is assured, always provided he selects the best newspapers to reach the best beople.” INCREASING SALES. Our hat 6ales for the past 30 days have been the largest in the- history of Rockdale county. We have an unlimited lot left of latest styles. HUDSON BROS. We congratulate Col. C. M. Speer of the Henry County Weekly on his appointment as mail route agent on th» East Tennessee, Virginia and Georgia railroad. He got his com¬ mission in five days after making his application for the position. He was assisted by Congressman Stewart. Be sure and vote next Tuesday. Give Judge Stewart a rousing vote. Remember that he has opposition, and it is the better part of warfare never to discredit the strength of the enemy. Of course every democrat in the county will vote next Tuesday. $10 PRIZE One lot all wool Scotch clothing at the low price of Ten Dollars per suit. They won’t last long at that price. Come early and get a fit. HUDSON BROS. Atlanta has contributed $15,000 to the national democratic cam¬ paign fund. The Augusta Exposition opens on Nov. 8th and closes Nov. 15th. Everv one who possibly can should attend The exhibitions will be complete in every respect. Mrs. G. A. Lucas, who has been quite sick for some time with fever, is visiting relatives and friends in the country. Mr. Algie Clemmons of Logan ville visited friends and jelatives in the city this week. According to pievious appoint¬ ment, the citizens of Rockdale met at the courthouse in this place last Saturday for the purpose of hearing a discussion of political issues by Hon. John D. Stewart of Spalding and Col James A. Gray of Fulton county. On moiion of Judge A. C. McCalla Mr. D. N. Hudson was called to the chair. After explain¬ ing the objects of the meeting, Mr. Hudson introduced Hon. J. D. Stewart, the Democratic nominee of this Congressional District, as the first speaker. Judge Stewart made one of the warmest and most im¬ pressive speeches of his life, pledg¬ ing himself, soul and body, to a a complete consecration to the duties of his office. Col. Gray treated us to a most neat, chaste, and excellent address, and made a very favorable impression on our people, most of whom saw' him then for the first time. Rev. N. J. Tumlin will preach at the Christian chu ch to night. Pierce, Cain & McKnight sells shoes cheaper than any house in Conyers. Mr. D. H. Penn, brother of our esteemed fellow citizen Henry Penn, died in Birminghwm, Ala , last Wednseday morning. His remains w‘11 be buried in cemetery at Smyr¬ na chnrch to-day. We extend our sympathy to the bereaved relatives and friends. We can and will beat the town on flour. Pierce, Cain & Mc¬ Knight. We note with pleasure the im¬ provement on the sidewalk bridge near Dr. Quigg’s residence. Good suits for $4.00 at Pierce, Cain <fc McKnight’s Col. George S. Thomas addressed the colored people of our town at the courthouse last Monday night upon the political issue of the day. Col. Thomas is the republican nominee running against Judge Stewart in this congressional district. He made a strong speech; but some who went to hear him thought that the colored man who also spoke, made the best speech of the two. Interviewer—“What do you pro¬ pose to do, in case you a:-e elected to the place?” Candidate—“Well, what I’d like to know is what on earth I’ll do if lam not.” “Wiggins, the prophet, appears to be lost,” says an exchange. This is all profit and no loss. Mrs. Tom Treadwell of Atlanta is visiting friends in the city. Prof. Coleman moved to Mrs. Eettie Swann’s Thursday laBt, where he will remain during his school term at Smyr na. We are authorized to announce that Rev. Sam Scott will preach his last sermon at the Presbyterian church next Sunday. This will be sad news to our citizens, for during his ministerial services at this place he has made quite a favorable impression with all whom he has met, and many will be the regrets expressed at his departure.—Monticello News. Pierce, Cain & McKnight has the cheapest line of clothing of any house in town. The meeting now in progress at the Presbyterian church closes Sunday night. No preaching Saturday night. The services during the week 4 liave aim ply been marvelous, A wonderful de gree of good is being done. Pierce, Cain & McKnight keep a nice line of confectionaries, apples oranges, candies, etc. BEAUTIES FOREVER Our solid sateens are simply beau¬ ties. We invite the Ladies to come and in¬ spect them. Hudson Bros. Mr. Coleman Bights Himself. Edito s Banner: — I was very much surprised on seeing in the last issue of the Solid South my name used in a very unwarranted manner. I demanded of the editor his authority for saying that I ever wrote anything over the non de plume of “Hard Nut” and “Practi¬ cal Farm r.” He refused to give me his authority. The responsi¬ bility therefore rests on him. The other aliases by which he saw prop er to call me used at a time when we were friendly and I might say were for his benefit and were also encouraged by him. To give them to the public when he fancies an in¬ jury, or even in the face of a real injury, is, to say the least of it, a very ungentlemanly act. There is such a thing as honorable combat and then there is such a thing as striking a foe beneath the belt, so to speak, and this all gentlemen con¬ demn. Bearing these things in mind, before an honest public, and not wishing to enter into a news¬ paper controversy with such an un¬ worthy foe, 1 therefore refuse to have anything further to do with the matter, remembering at the same time, “that he that lieth down with dogs must get up with fleas on him.” Begging the indulgence and for¬ giveness of a generous fair minded public, I am, Yours truly, J. I. Coleman NOTICE, VOTERS! The books for the registration of voters for the city election in De¬ cember, will be open from this date till Friday before ihe first Saturday in December. Call and register. Books in Banner office. Conyers, Ga. Nov. 1st 1888. L : fe to most of us, is dear indeed, yet you can see many young and old people, who seem to have no object in life—-simply drifting along on the sea oft'me, and seemingly caring not where they may land. Many o'.hers seem only to want to prosper on earth, w’thout regard for ri&h:, God 0 * Heaven. Neither class are happy. Fresb Pork sausage at Pierce, Cain & McKnight’s The course of the fever fluctuated considerably last week, but the re¬ cord in Jacksonville Sunday was on¬ ly 16 new cases. Total cases to data 4059, deaths 343. Pierce, Cain & McKnight basal ways on hand water ground meal out fine white milling corn. The Republican campaign fund is «a : d to be $1,000,000, and as onl v half of these resources can possibly be exhausted before the 6th it is ev¬ ident that votes will be bought who’esale on that day. Don’t fail to see Pierce, Cain & McKnight’s line of clothing, hats, gents furnishing goods, et„. Pierce, Cain & McKnight sells dress goods cheaper than any house in town. BIG REDUCTIONS. Our immense stock of shoes, the largest in Conye.s at greatly re¬ duced prices. IV r e have too many and they will have to go. HUDSON BROS. LAND NOTICE. By virtue of an order from the Superior court of Henry county will be sold before the court house In Conyers, Rockdale county, on the first Tuesday in December 1888, the follow¬ ing: tract or parcel of land lying In Conyers, and bounded as follows and known as the C. M. Dickerson property; On the east by Mill street, on the west by John W. Johnson, on the north by College street and south Metho¬ dist parsonage, property of Floyd Christian and others. Sold to settle the indebtedness of the estate. M, W. Dickzbsok. Executor. Conyers, Ga., Oct., 29th 1888, YEARS.SUPPORT. The application of E. L. McDaniel the next friend of the minorchildren of R. J. Bbipley, late of Rockdale county, deceased, for a year's support from the estate of said deceased has been duly filed In the Ordinary’s office as the law directs and If uo objections are filed by the 1st day of December next an order will be passed setting apart the year’s support for said minor children as prayed for. This 29th day of November 1888. O. Sbamans, Ordlnaay. WIDOW'S ALLOWANCE. The application of Lucinda Smith, col., wld. ow of Henry Smith, col., late of Rockdale county, deceased, for a year's support for her self and her minor children from the estate of her deceased husband having been duly filed In the Ordinary’s office as the law directs and If there be no objections filed by the 25th day of November next an order will be passed setting apart a year’s support for the widow and her minor children as prayed for. This 24th day of October 1888. O. SZAMANS. Ordinary Can’t Match.. Our 36 inch width all wool cashmere at 25 cents a match¬ yard; Can’t be ed in any dry goods market. We have every shade. Come early Th y are selling fast. No more af¬ ter this lot is gone Hudson Bros When nature falters and requires help, recruit her enfeebled energies with Dr. J. H. McLean’s Strength¬ ening Cordial and Blood Purifier. $1.00 per bottle. Lumber, Lime and Shingles— Parties wanting either lumber, lime or shingles will do well to consult me before buying. A. J. Pierce. Conyers, Ga. April 6th ’88. tf Bucklen’s Arnica Salve, The best salve in the world for cuts bruises, sores, ulcers, Salt Rheum Fever sores, Tetter, chap¬ ped hands, Chilblains 'Corns, and all skin eruptions, and positively cures Piles, or no pay required. It is guaranteed to give perfect eat isfaction. or money refunded Price 52cts per box. For sale by DR. W. H. LEE & SON. NOTICE. I will be in Conyers the first Sat¬ urday in every month, patients wishing to see me will find me at the hotel or at Dr. Lee’s drug store' Dr. L. G. Brantley LADD’ LIME. Positively the best lime on the mar et chu be had cheap by calling on A. J. Pierce. Conyers Ga, Oct 12th. tf DON’T FAIL TO SEE T. J. KING'S Full line of Home-made Harness and Shoes of the best Quality kept always on hand. Will sell cheap for cash. Wonder for Neatness! Fine Boots and Shoos made to order and fit guaranteed. All kinds of repairing: done neat¬ ly and promptly. Never Ripping Work! Remember that we use the celebrated Brass Screws; will not rip—will not rust out your shoes. COME TO SEE US AND BUY OUR GOODS OR LEAVE YOUR ORDERS T. J. King. Scott building, 1 door below Dr. Lee’s drug store. Conyers, Ga., Oct. 18th 18S8. John H. Almand. Jud J. Langford. LANG FOE _ __ L), __ ALMAND & EXCHANGE BROKERS Will keep on hand a well as¬ sorted stock of general merchan¬ dise which they will sell at rea¬ sons bleprices. Also BUY amd SELL EXCHANGE. DISCOUNT APPROVED PAPER. RECEIVE MONEY ON DEPOSITS SUBJECT TO CHECK AT SIGHT. Store cotton and make liberal cash advances on same. Also, will buy city and county script. , their ... line. Call on them they will be pleased to serve you in COTTON SEED Owing to the fact that we fire putting in new machinery we will not receive any seed until Oct. 15th. bushel _ We will pay 18 cts per for sound seed at mill. We will not take damaged seed a any price, will receive seed on We not damp or rainy days. Oil & _ F, Co. _ Conyers Candidates Announcement. $5.00 each strictly in advance. CITIZENS OF KOCKDrtLE. I take this method of nnrouncing my¬ self a candidate for clerk of the superior court of Rockdale county, subject to the democratic nomination on Saturday Not. 3rd. I earnestly solicit and will grate¬ fully appreciate the support of the citi¬ zens of the county. If elected f will faithfully discharge the duties of the of¬ fice to the very best, of my ability. Very truly yours, R. J, Guinn. Srpt. 12 1S88. FOR SHERIFF AND DEPUTY. We announce ourselves candidates for the offiee of sheriff and deputy sheriff of Rockdale county, subject to the demo¬ cratic nomination. Trusting our friends will give us a hearty support, we are. Very truly, Asa D. M’Donald, Joun M. Dat. Sept. i2 1888. FOR TREASURER. Citizens of Rockdale county, I ask your support for the Office of Treasurer, sub ject to a nomination. Respectfully, W. T. Hoson. Aug. 3oth 1888. VOTERS OF ROCKDALE. I announce myself for reelection to the office of county Treasurer, subject to the democratic nomination. With thanks for your remembrance in the past. I am, Very truly, Wm. G. Clotfklter. Aug. Sist 1888, CITIZENS OF ROCKDALE. With my kindest thanks for your sup¬ port in the past, I present myself for re election to the^offiee of sheriff, subject to a democratic nomination, promising a faithful discharge of the duties of said office if elected. Very Truly yours W. H. M. Austin. Aug. 31st 1888. -9 FOR TAX COLLECTOR. At the appioaching county election I respectfully ask my fellow citizens to support me for the office of Tax Collector, subject to the democratic nomination. I have been afflicted for 4* years and have never asked for an office at the hands of my people, I hope to merit a liberal support, Pledging myself to faithfully discharge all the duties of this office, I am most respectfully, Da* W. Mubdock. Conyers, Ga., June Igth 1888. FOR TAX RECEIVER. 1 announce myself a candidate for re¬ elect ion to the office of Tax Re reiver, subject to the democratic nomination on Nov. 3rd. Hoping to be re-elected, I am, Very re»ptf’y, R, L. Hudson, Sapt. 13 1888. VOTERS OF ROCKDALE COUNTY. I announce myself a candidate for the office of Tax Collector of Rockdale coun¬ ty, subject to democratic nomination. Owing to bad health and having a small business in town to look after, it will be impossible for me to thoroughly canvass the county. I will appreciate your sup¬ port and assistance in the race. I am yours to serve, J, E. Whitakkb. Oct. 1st, 1888. Physicians prescribe Dr, J. H. McLean’s Tar Wine Lung Balm ; in it they find no tracs of opium or morphia, while itsfefficacy in curing all throat or lung diseases is won¬ derful.