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About The Solid South. (Conyers, Ga.) 1883-1892 | View Entire Issue (Aug. 21, 1886)
er jjfs official organ, inarys frocNTTiSs. official organ RAN and Manager. pjEWffl Local Edito r - TERDiY - r^uGTaL ! 886 ' ^dates’ announce ments for three *"ks in advance* Taylor, daughter of o is3 Haten very sick. Sara Taylor, is resumed school EMU-)' . v A. Guinn Mo»d»y. He last s rood attendance. Tnhn d Stewart was in [host jjjis week friends. shaking hands with of John H. Almand, ofLawrence f. week. was in town this e. of Hen Will Bellah and wife, ,r ' spent Saturday and Sun ;ounty, city with Mr. G. P. Elh ■ in the s family- issued L of Thos A. Murry has a :ular , ' setting forth his ru.es, rates uition, etc. He will open school [he Seminary on Monday, Sep iber 13. members were added to the llwdist church last Sunday, five Lfcssion [ and three filled by bis letter. regu Lointment Tff Robinson church Sun at the k-hool at the Oakland Seminary •ins Monday, September 13. Prof, mv will have a competent corps teachers to assist him. in exchange heads an article liv we laugh.” We suppose this bother slur at some defeated Bidate. fork began on the Conyers Oil J Monday. Mr. George Si in¬ is is pushing forward the work as idly as possible. [he protracted meeting at last the st Baptist church closed ibatli morning with 5 additions, r being baptized Sunday morn at Dr. Travis’ pool. last Sunday Mr. W. E. Maddox, passing through his cotton field, id 12 open bolls. This is the jiest we have heard of. apt. J. M. Summers’ school at Hall, Sheffield district, closed Friday evening. Ir. John Hamilton, of Decatur, is ading this week in the city and ntv, visiting relatives and ids. ir. W. J. Lester brought to town week a blood root beet that felled S pounds. It was about Indies long. |r, lined Jolin Monday Warnock. his of home Atlanta, after lensant to visit to Mr. Will Lester’s I John Anderson’s and Mr. D. C. (lie's. lissCom Penn is visiting rela sand friends in the city tins k, jiss Pg Ella her cousin, Hays, Mrs. of Starrsvillc, Jim Hendcr- is Ir. C. B. Bostwick and wife, of lata, visited relatives here this r McDonald paid Lithonia a pro I'onal visit Wednesday 7 . hide Bobby Russill, an old gen¬ ian of Henry county, died at his ie last Saturday night. He was l^old. C. T. Zackery. He was father-in-law His church pbership was at Tinberridge. iss Minnie Freeman returned [, P lts •! in [ Lawrenceville. rora a pleasant visit to N Wallace Bros, completed Mrs. K e Ih'kes dwelling this week ahe movod into it last Thurs r ‘ P' Y- Almand, of Atlanta, has a U P » general store e street. on corn • leman We welcome the to our city and trust he find hi - business profitable. r ' Martin Ewi n s faithful and ent rn ?' i j =” l | 0a< en gineer, is off for ek’s k rest with . L his family. J *’ Wasin the GoHghUy, city Tuesday. of Walnut ;in “ 2 g rp| relatives f ‘t ^ty' aDS > of Atlanta, is in the city. Iistwfek' UUey haS beCn on the r - L A Sharp and wife,ofLaw . Eitv ri’ ® peDt a day or two in Paring the week. J; ? ts T Ph, °a was Bume y> °f the Macon . the ln the m city Wednes inte rest of his journal. r p 'wnCfuf, * d £S MTi: ' e ' blithe Qfes busffiess! ehv d’ ° f Dg Marietta ’ s>onal * of St0De r. j p court this week. 5*ltek, THE WEEKLY DISSOLVES. The Conyers Weekly reached our office yesterday bearing the saluta¬ tory of Col. R. J Guinn and the val¬ edictory of Col. J. I. Coleman. Col. Guinn states that he has bought the entire interest of Col. Coleman and assumes entire control of the paper. It is but just to say of our neigh¬ bor that he hits the nail squarely on the head when he simply means “success” for the Weekly. Brother Bob will drive the paper right ahead and the brilliant scintillations from his pen will light up the country. On the other hand Col. Coleman buries the hatchet and retires with a conscience void of offense towards men. He says: “We carry with us no heart burn¬ ings or ill will toward any one but the kindest wishes for the happiness and success of all. With this act we end all contorversies and bury the hatchet forever with all who may have controverted with us.” Since his connection with the Weekly Col. Coleman has no doubt grown some older, and in many res¬ pects a little bit wiser. He gives up his hold on the brotherhood and goes to seek a fortune in more invit ing and less exciting fields. Dear brother, wherever you may locate carry with you the love and respect of our people. Mr. Jim McCalla, who hurt his leg severely while jumping from a wagon about two weeks ago, is able to be out again, though he has to use his crutches. Mr. Alfred Taylor, now of Atlanta, is visiting in the city. He has dis¬ pensed with his crutches and looks very much improved. Mr. Fletch McCalla, of Atlanta, is visiting his parents in Sheffield district. Mr. G. P. Elliott, in company with Judge Boynton, drove over the city Wednesday evening last. There has been t'or many years a warm feeling between the two gentlemen. They were school boys together, and as the years have rolled by the ties of friendship have been tightened. The ride was no doubt a pleasant recreation to both. Two spirited match bays were attached to the buggy, and the wheels of the vehicle fairly sung as they spun around. Col. Vol Albert, of Atlanta, was in town this week on professional busi¬ ness. The oldest man in attendance at court this week was Uncle Johnnie Reynolds, of Gwinnett county. He is over 91 years of age. Mr. Jack Stansell visited his mother in Henry county Sunday last. Mrs. Millie Smith, his sister, re¬ turned with him. She will visit rel¬ atives and friends some two weeks in the city 7 . The slowest thing on record—the progress of a superior court. Judge John I. Hall, of Griffin, at tended our court Wednesday 7 . For nice dental work call on the efficient young gentleman Dr. T. J. McDonald. He is doing some fine work, and with his many friends we are proud of his success. Mr. John C. Dooling and wife, of Aurora, Ala., have been spending the last two weeks with relatives and friends in this section. They will leave Atlanta Monday 7 for their home. Mr. Dooling reports the crops in his section as being below an average. JThe bottom lands are almost a total failure. Mrs. Grier Quigg is visiting her parents in Covington. Dr. Bud Johnson, ofLithonia, was in town this week. Mrs A. M. Helms returned this week from an enjoyable visit to rela¬ tives in Birmingham, Ala. Uncle Thos. L. Oglesby spent this week with relatives and friends in the city. Dr. W. B. Bond, ofLithonia, was in the city Thursday 7 . Prof. Dowman will begin a protract¬ the 5th ed meeting at Neeley’s academy Sunday in this month. Miss Ella Downs returned to her home in Monticello yesterday. Her sister, Mrs. Tom Elliott, went with her. Mr. John Haygood is on a visit to rel¬ atives in Oconee county. Mr. Allen Summers is on the sick list this week. Miss Alice Lawson returned Thursday from a visit to her sister at Indian Spring. Rev. W. F. Robinson began a pro¬ tracted meeting at Ebenezer ehnrch last night. Rev • J. F. Eadens. of Crawfordville, will preach at the First Baptist church the fifth Sunday in this month. Mr. Egbert Rosser, of Atlanta, was in the city yesterday. Mr. W. E. McCalla has moved into Mr. T. D. Stewart’s house on Decatur street and will make Conyers his future home. In a short time he will open a mercantile business in Stewart’s old store, on Railroad and Commerce streets. We are glad to welcome Mr. McCalla back to his old home and wish him an abundant success in business. To the new editor of the Weekly we say—welcome thou chief. To the retir¬ ing editor we say, ’ but with had many occasion re¬ grets, good-bye. We have to differ on some questions but now let the past simply be the past, and we open our arms and bid you kindly to return to your first love. SM YRNA DOTS. Crops are looking well and the farmers ars happy. Fodder pulling is now the order of the day. The prayer meeting was conduc ted last Sunday night by Air. Jess Weaver. The meeting was one of interest. It seems that the young people are at work in earnest. Mr. John W. Sorrow will conduct the next meeting. On account of a big meeting the Sabbath school was rather small last Sunday. Messrs. G. W. Warren and William Hollingsworth are spending the week near Decatur, making some im provements on Mr. Warren’s planta¬ tion. They will return Saturday. Miss Orrie Hollingsworth spent rela¬ the week in Conyers, visiting tives and friends. Johnie Hollingsworth was sailing around in a new buggy last Sun¬ day, but he wasn’t by himself. Look out boys or John will get by you yet. Ogletree and Wardie and Charlie their sister, Miss Boyd, returned last Sunday from a visit to their sister, in Henry county. We think from the way things are moving along that some of our hoys are thinking of getting married soon. The patrons of Smyrna school held a meeting at the camp-meeting and selected Prof. Jas. I. Coleman for their teacher, He will teach a five months’ school, beginning the first of November. We have had fine rains this week. The Solid South is slways a wel come visitor in the family, and all try to see who can get it first when it is brought from the office. THE OIL MILL The buildings have about been completed and are ready for the ma¬ chinery to be put in now. The machinery has arrived and been un¬ loaded at the grounds. The work on the mill wright part is being pushed through by Mr. G. W. Sim nions and the machinery will soon be in position By the first or mid die of September the mill will be ready for operation. will de¬ The value of the stock pend largely upon the management of the mill for the first season. There is no reason why it should not pay a handsome dividend, and should it, the success of the enterprise is as¬ sured. Let the president and board of di¬ rectors keep a close watch over the business for this season, as they should always, and give every de¬ partment their careful study 7 and success is bound to come. Every¬ body in the city and county are in terested in the success of this enter¬ prise and should work in harmony for its advancements. Hay Fever is a type of catarrh having peculiar symptons. It is at tended by 7 an inflamed condition of the lining membrane of the nostrils, tear-ducts and throat, affecting the lungs. An acrid mucus is secreted, . accompanied with the discharge is a burning sensation. There are se vere spasms of sneezing, frequent at tacks of headache, watery 7 and ini flamed eyes. Ely’s Cream Balm is a remedy tiiat can be depended upon. 50 cts. at druggists; by mail, regis tered, 60 cts. Ely Brothers, Drug¬ gists, Owego, N. Y. The pulpit of the Rome Baptist church was filled last Sunday by two brothers, Rev. John F. Hilly 7 er, L L. D., of Texas, aged 82. and Rev. Shaler G. Hillyer, D. D., of Washing ton, Wilkes county, aged 78. Col. West Thompson has discon¬ nected himself with the popular firm of Langford, Tucker & Co. He is a competent and faithful salesman. A good firm loses a good man. We understand the colonel is looking out a favorable locality. He has not decided positively whether he will enter business in Conyers or not. Wherever you do settle we wish y r ou success, West. For three dollars, in advance, you can let every voter in the county know that you are a candidate. Put your announcement in the Solid South. Last Saturday’s piimary in this county for representative has a won both derful effect upon the people, real sides claim the victory. It is funny when one takes the trouble to think about the matter. While everybody is laughing heartily over the result we want it understood that on this particular subject we are en¬ tirely 7 neutral. The protracted meeting at Rock¬ dale church, conducted by 7 Rev. H. F. Buchanan, closed last Thursday night with one addition to the church. Col. W. L. Peek will spend next week in visiting his friends in New ton, Walton, Oconee, and Clarke counties. Mr. A. J. Pierce has erected a large wind mill between his dwell¬ ing and livery stable. Judge Boynton delivers the clearest chargeof any judge that has ever occupied the bench on this cir cuit. This, if nothing else, is suf¬ ficient to endear him to our people. He has but few, if any, equals in the state as a jurist. SHADYDALE POINTERS. Rev. Hill preached an able sermon at Shadydale last Sunday. Our Sunday school was well at tended last Sabbath. Rev. George Phillips has been conducting an interesting meeting at Honey Creek this week. The meeting closed Wednesday nignt. Friend John McClelland, of Lor¬ raine district, is visiting relatives in this settlement One ot the Stewarts got there, but the doctor seems to be in the con¬ test. Hammock is also in contest. Hot weather, but refreshing show¬ ers. Fodder pulling is now the order. Our syrup cane is right good and Brother Tom Chafin is busy mak¬ ing it up. Roily George says he will not con¬ tinue the.race against John D. Scott for road overseer. So the contest is now between Eli Moore and friend Scott. Which will get there, Eli? Brother Newt Parker spent Sat¬ urday and Sunday in Henry coun¬ ty Trot out some more candidates. It’s fun to see them run. Rev. W. J. Maddox and family, of Atlanta, spent Sunday last with Mr. Ben Hull. Misses Jackie McCord and Mollie Woodsuff, of Newton, are visiting Mrs. Mattie Mann this week. Prof. George Lyons is teaching a singing school at Salem. Several from this settlement are in his class. The Honey Creek Political club meets next third Saturday evening. Every member is requested to be out as some important business is to be attended to. Georgia is represented by ten con gressmen. Of these 10 who were in the last congress only 7 7 will be re¬ turned. Grimes, of Columbus, de feated Harris in the 4th district. Carleton, of Athens, defeated Reese, of Sparta, in the 8th district, and Judge Stewart, of Griffin, defeated Col. Hammond in this, the 5th dis¬ trict. Grimes and Carleton have se¬ cured their nominations and it is only a question of time with Judge Stewart. The rotation system ap¬ pears to work very well outside of this district. Mr. Henry Ilollinsworth, after a pleasant visit of two weeks in the county, returned to his home in Beauregard, Miss. At Gainsville Wednesday the dis¬ affected element of Hall county held a convention in the court house, to nominate another set of candidates for the Legislature. Senator Oliver Clarke presided. On the third bal¬ lot, J. T. Waters and J. L. Phillips nominated. Phillips is a Baptist preacher. Ad executive committee was appointed by the chairman. Good humor prevailed, and the crowd adjourned seemingly satisfied. The state press has spoken very favorably of Col. Hawkins asalegis lative member from Newton county 7 . As we have had occasion to say be¬ fore Hawkins is worthy of the honor. Col. M. W. Ragsdale, of Stone Mountain, was in the city Wednes¬ day, on legal business. Rockdale superior court has been in session this week, Judge Boynton presiding. The solicitor, Col. Warn ock, is on hand. Thejudge’s charge to the jury 7 was plain and forcible. Most all tiie cases tried were tedious, hence but little progress could be made. The criminal docket was ta ken up yesterday. There are several of these cases and most of them are very ugly ones. Last Saturday’s nominations settled the congressional race in this district. Out of the four counties of Walton, De Kalb, Rockdale and Fayette, him Judge. Stewart carried three, giving 8 del¬ egates. Col. Ilammond has in all 12 delegates from Fulton, DeKalb and Campbell counties. On the other hand Judge Stewart has 10 delegates, from the counties of Fayette, Spalding, Rockdale. Doug¬ las, Clayton, Henry, Walton Newton county acts today and it is con¬ ceded to Judge Stewart. So the the vote in the convention will stand on ballot Stewart 18; Hammond 12. The campaign has been candidates interesting in many fine particulars. Both are politicians and able debaters. Col. Ham¬ mond by a fair contest lias been retired, and it remains to be seen whether .Judge Stewart is able to fill his place. His friends, however, claim that hewiil make a brilliant record and be a faithful and useful representative. An exchange remarks solemnly: ‘'La¬ dies, don’t marry a man for his wealth.” The opposite is also true. “Don’t marry a man simply because he is poor.” Mr. M. W. Henry, of Sheffield, treat¬ ed the Solid South to some nice peaches yesterday. Toothers of our friends we would remark, “Come and do like¬ wise .” Our democratic rooster still crows —sometimes with his head up and sometimes with his head down. But don’t forget the fact that he still crows. Rev. Sam Scott has just closed a most delightful protracted meeting at Salem church, near Panola, De Kalb county. He was assisted at the close of the meeting by Dr. Du Bose. Nine were received into the church. Six of them had connected themselves with the church before the arival of Dr. DuBose. Upon the whole, the meeting is reported to be the greatest ever held at Salem, both in the interest and the number of members received into the church. It affords us great pleasure to record the wonderful success of Rev. Scott’s preaching. SATURDAY’S PRIMARY. Judge Stewart Carries the County by a large Majority—Dr, Stewart's Majority 15. The primary election last Satur¬ day was the closest ever held in the county. The congressional all race interest was entirely forgotten and centered in the race for the legisla¬ ture. The county had bced thor¬ oughly canvassed by exceedinglyjelose, both gentlemen and the result was The vote in the county lor congress stood: Stewart 561, Hammond 137 —Stewart’s majority 424. The vote for the house is as fol¬ lows, by districts: Tows: Stewart.. OO Hammock SHEFFIELD: Hammock 59 Stewart.. 43 HONEV creek: Hammock kM* O Stewart.. CC FS Lorraine: Hammock 39 Stewart.. 34 Total 699 Stewart’s majority... .15. We understand tiiat the election will be contested for the purpose of throwing out the illegal votes and repeaters, if any, on both sides. OAK GROVE DOTS. We are beginning to need rain. Our farmers have commenced pull¬ ing fodder. Mr. Eli Moore and family 7 , of Hon¬ ey Creek district, visited his parents last Sunday 7 . Mr. Henry Hollingsworth, of Beauregard, Miss., accompanied by his brother, Mr. Mose, visited Mr. II. L. White’s family in this com¬ munity 7 last Monday. having John Hamilton, Jr., is some improvements made on his dwelling house. school There was no Sunday at this place last Sunday, as the house was being repaired. vis Mr. Simeron Ivey, of Atlanta, ited his parents in this vicinity this week. Wc hope to see a large crowd at Sunday school next Sunday 7 . Great interest is being taken in the protracted meeting at Rockdale church this week. Mrs. Milton Hollingsworth was very sick a few days this week. Mr. John Huff, of Ebenezer sot tlement, visited friends in this com munity last Sunday. Mr. J. M. Hollingsworth, Jr., and family, of Augusta, are visiting his parents in this vicinity ttiis week. Mr. Westley Knight and lady 7 , of Henry 7 county, visited relatives in this MV. settlement last Sunday. Joseph Hollingsworth and family, of our settlement, are visit ing relatives in Sheffield this week. There was a game of ball played at the school house last Saturday between our boys and Conyers sec ond nine, the score stood 13 to 19 in favor of Cony'ers. They will play us again next Saturday evening at 4 o’clock, and we intend making it hot for them. Mr, W. T. Richardson and family, of Crawfordville, visited Mr. John I. Denard’s family in this communi ty this week. ’Squire J. If. McCord lias been confined to his room for several days. lie lias not been able to attend court this week and his sons, Messrs J. W, and II. Y., have performed the duties of clerk. Malaria! The very mention of it is a this nightmare! blighting Whoever disease has knows suffered what from a dread scourge it is. and how it seems almost impossible to eradicate it from the system. SMITH’S BILE BEANS will most surely destroy the germs of Malaria, Dose, and bean. afford permanent bottle. releif. one 25 cents per For sale by all druggists and dealers in medicine, or sent postpaid on receipt of price, to any part of the country. Col. A. D. Candler was renomina ted at Gainesville Wednesday 7 for congress. lie represents the 9th district. New barrel of pure apple vinegar at 30cts per gallon at G. P. Elliott’s. • A Mystery. How the human system ever recovers from the had effects of the nauseons medicines often literally poured into it for the suppositiva relief of dyspepsia, liver complaint, constipa¬ tion, rheumatism and other ailments, is a mystery. The mischief done by bad medicines is scarcely less than that caused by disease. If they who are weak, bilious, dyspeptic, con¬ stipated or rheumatic, would oftener be guided by the experience of invalids who have thor¬ oughly tested Hostetter’s Stomach Bitters, they iest aid would derivable in every from instance obtain the speed¬ rational medication. This medicine is a searching and at the samo time a thoroughly safe remedy, derived from vegetable of sources, its basis and possessing, In conse¬ quence of pure spirits, properties as a medicinal stimulant not to be found in the fiery feby local debilitated bitters and stimulants often resorted the dyspeptic and languid. The leading dailies of the country, notably the New York Sun and Ma¬ con Telegraph, are discussing Pres¬ ident Cleveland’s prospects for a re¬ nomination in 1888. It seems to be agreed to upon all sides that Cleveland’s success depends largely upon a perfect satisfaction of tiie disaffected New Yorkers, If he fails to do this, Gov. Hill will, in ail probability, be the leading candi¬ date. The New York World, how¬ ever, claims Hill as the coming man. Mr. J. N. Henderson is now with Mr. A. J. Pierce in the livery busi¬ ness. The Stewart Paper Manntacturer¬ ing Co., will have electric lights in their milLs. ON THE DEAD. The Presbyterian Tribute School Pays a Fitting to L, Y. Quigg. A beloved pupil and the faithful and efficient secretary of the Pres byterian Sunday school. The hand of Providence, having removed our beloved friend and Sunday school mate, Mr. Livingston Y. Quigg, from the scene of his tem¬ poral labors and the Sunday school who loved him and profited by his example being desirous of testifying their respects for his memory and expressing their earnest and affec¬ tionate sympathy 7 with the house¬ hold deprived, by this dispensation, of its very flower, And in view of the loss we have sustained by the decease of our of dear friend and associate and the still heavier loss sustained by those who were nearest and deart st to him—be it therefore Resolved 1st, That it is only a just tribute to the memory of the departed to say that in regretting his removal from our midst, we mourn for one who was in every way 7 worthy of our respect and regard. tenderly Resolved 2nd, That we and sincerely condole with the fami¬ ly of our deceased associate on the dispensation with which it has pleased Divine Providence to afflict them, and in their hour of sore trial and affliction we devoutly 7 commend them for consolation to the keeping of him who looks with a pitying eye on those who love and trust Him, and who orders all tilings for the best, and whose chastisements are meant in inorev. Resolved 3rd, That in onr natur¬ al sorrow for the loss of a faithful pupil and friend, we find consolation in the belief that it is well with him, we mourn. Resolved 4th, That while we deep¬ ly 7 sympathize with those who are bound to onr departed associate by 7 the nearest and dearest of ties, we share with them the hope of a happy reunion in that upper and better world where there are no partings, •and bliss ineffable forbids all tears. Resolved 5th, That this heart¬ felt testimonial of our sympathy 7 and sorrow now adopted be transmitted to the family of the deceased, as a token of our respect and love for the Christian character of this no¬ ble young man gone to his rest, and of the interest telt by his Sunday school in those he loved and cher¬ ished. R. J. Guinn, J. R. Maddox. Committee. Conyers, Ga., Aug. 15th, 1886. Miss Nellie Langford, of Wat kinsville, is visiting Miss Georgia Li ngford in the city. Monroe corrcsponpent Augusta Chronicle: Mr. Hammond cun at¬ tribute his defeat to one thing in part, if not altogether. He failed to take sides on the. prohibition question, while his opponent came squarely out for prohibition. Whiskey men came from Atlanta and publicly announc¬ ed that Haminohd was for whisky and Stewart against it. Prominent liquor dealers of Atlanta wrote let¬ ters here containing similar state¬ ments, and one of the whisky strikers on first entering the county lost $20 by betting that there were not eleven counties in the district. Walton is not strong for whisky like it used to be. To The Voters of Rockdale. I announce myself a candidate for the office of sheriff’, subject to a nomination, if any. Therefore I ask the support of my friends. Respect., F. M. Ayers, with B. F. Hill, as deputy 7 . Aug. 11th 1886. For Tax Collector, I take this method to inform my friends that I am a candidate for the office of county Tax Collector, sub¬ ject to the nomination. John I. Rossek. Aug. 2th 1886. For Comity Treasurer. I am a candidate for the office of County Treasurer of Rockdale Co., subject to the nomination. J. E. Whitaker. For County Treasurer I am a candidate for the office of County Treasurer, subject to the democratic nomination. Respectfully, ClotfEltek. W. G. Clerk’s Notice. At the earnest solicitation of my friends from all parts of the county I have, after some serious thought on the subject, finally got my consent to become a candidate for the office of clerk of the superior court. Hop¬ ing a warm and hearty support from all, I am J. M, Summers. For Men Only! INJECTION CUKES RAPIDLY. NO PAIN. SAFE AND RELIABLE. Price only One Dollar. for sale nr DR. W. II. LEE, Conyers, Ga., and DU. A. J. PINSON, Lithonia, Ga.
