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ANOTHER 100 YEARS OF BUYING BEFORE EATING!
Y ou may not live through this period o ”*K time, but so long as you stay hero you must eat and, too, you
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must buy before you eat With this I wish to call your attention to m y handsome stock of family and fancy
groceries % and ask you to make me a now year call and see my stock and get my prices. Twill give you
all • , the advantage! and try to save you some money.. I wish to thank all for past liberal patronage and
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ask that I be remembered in the future. AT- your orders will receive prompt attention.
wish of Fancy Groceryman, K
A successful year to all is the
Phone No. 29. T BEK B. MCDONALD.
TLe Herders ilSeekly,
BFFICIiL KAMI OF ROCKDILECOOOTT.
J. H. WALLIS, Coito*.
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Enteied at ttic postoffice at Onyen* a
second-class mail matter.
Sati'kija y, January 5, 1901.
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Locals 5 cfoitff per litia for llri-t inner
ttoi 3!jj cents for each subscqnent tn
••rtt'm Regular adv. 150c. per inch for
trst insert ion ; 25c for each subsequent
ftsertioiw
SUBSCRIPTION KATE:
One year, in advance....’..,......... $1 00
Bi.v months, In advance.......... 50c
The new year is bright
with promise.
The 20th century must hus¬
tle to ; ccomplish as much
as the 19. h.
The wonder of the 20th
century—when will Atlanta
get her new depot?
Atlanta lm3 three of the
greatest daily papers in the
south. They arc daily im
proving, too,
The new century was
born in the midst of univer¬
sal prosperity. We hope it
may die in the midst ofplen
ty.
Chrirtmas Dinner.
Ob Friday, Dec. 28, Mr. R.
Vt, T icker ontejtained his par¬
ents, Ins brothers, sisters and
their respective life partners
With a turkey dinner.
At an early hour despite iu
Wemency of the weather, the
guests began to arrive and con -
Unued to come until all Dm
family, with the exception of
one sister. Mrs. Jim Park, were
present. beau¬
The palatial home, ever
tiful, was rendered even more
mo with its decorations of holly,
palms and ferns, and the sweet
odor of geraneums and violets
filed the elegant rooms.
The tpacious rooms of the
first floor were all well warmed
aud open for the reception ol
•the guests, and everything tl at
could be was done.for their
comfort anti pleasuie.
The dii.mr hour was tho
most charming of t he day. 1 tie
elegant dining room with its
many elegant appointments,
enhanced by the delicate
eud cue flowers, was a dream
Of beauty and the long table
crowded with all the-choicest
Viands of the season, the weii
browned turkey, the tempting
ham, the ridi, ruby craiiberrws,
the snowy t akes of all kinds,
miug! (i HJi ihe sparkle of cut.
glass j H cm- was a most elo
an
■feant CjmpRnitiUt to the vener
parents, the four sisters
and tiuee brothers of the genial
THE OLD AND NEW.
The passing of the old year must needs bring a feeling
of sadness to t hose whose memories turn to blessings it
brought and happy clays it gave, Wo look upon the old
year as a departed friend who held out to us opportunities
and gave to i s the advantrges of a past century’s experi
ence. Cold indeed must be the heart that parted with the
old year with no pang of regie!', si c ■ to us all there must
have come from his rich rtoivhouso some gilt to make us
grateful, some knowledge ! > inrr*-:iso our wisdom, some
strength to increase our faith and -V me experience to make
us more worthy.
In the silent watches of night the old year passed away
and the new one dawned, proudly ushering in at, the same
moment the 20th century, To the old we bid a reverent
adic with uplifted eyes and a heart if grateful remsmbrffcice
while to the new we joili our forces and rejoice in tfto ever
present now that enables us to pass from one period to an¬
other in accordance with Divine will.
We hail the new year and the new century, with tliepr.
bright prnir)of nrocress throughout the world, and to
these stalwart punctuation mark's'in the pass'sge 0 j
■time, we, with the hosts of the world, must link our desti¬
nies and march with unfaltering step until cal'ed hence.
Let us put forth our 1 est effort, crowding for behind
us ns possible the despoiler of all mankind, selfishness, and
live not for self alone, hut a’tso for those about us, and thus
make life nobler and sweeter and death less dreadful.
OUR FARMERS.
'There is not a county in Georgia that can surpass
Reckdale in point ol pood farmers, successful Burners,
Rockdale produces more lo the acre, everything consid
end, than any county in the state, Our farmers merit
this praise and we are proud to accord it.
The new year finds them out of debt with cash on
hand and with a varied past, experience to guide them
they may be expected to further improve their ccndi
tion from year to year until they become our most inde
pendent class. We say, speed tbe day.
ho „ t He and bis good wife
proved themselves to be the
mo8 ^ charming of entertainers
d |heir hospitality was great
appreciated by the etitn-e i
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A. Guest.
for sale
A house and lot in Conyers for
sale at a bargain, or will exchange
A M McElvany.
NOTICE.
I have a nice farm and vine¬
yard to rent located 1J miles above
Conyers. Parties desiring to rent
same, must apply at once to
D W A Inland.
Mr. Luther Hollingsworth, a
clever salesman, is now with Mr. B
rf McDonald where he will be glad
to have his friends call on him.
Pythian Election.
i,-> s t Monday evening Emerald
fiodge No. 98, of.this place, held its
election. Following
^j oetec { ;
Major J. R. Invin, C-C.
Capt. I). \Y, Aim and, V. C.
J. H. Wallis, P.
J C. Stephenson, M. of \V,
K. P. Guinn, K. of R, & S.
J. A. Goode, M. of E.
J. H, Turner, M. of F.
B. H. McDonald, M. of A.
J. fi. White, I. U.
I. L. Langley, O. G.
Dr. C. H. Turner and T. W. Huff,
Trustees.
The lodge will begin tiie new cen¬
tury full of vim and brightprospents.
I'lie retiring officers deserve much
praise for their efforts, and there is
no doubt that when the officers-eleet
retire at the end of their term, it
will be said of t,hem, ’‘well done,”
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Tiie sociables at the armory of
the Conyers Volunteers during
the last week were very enjoyable
affairs, 1- »•* *
Tribute of Respect,
Mr, J. W • Swords was horn
in Franklin county, Ga.. Nov.
1st, 1818, and died at, his home
near Conyers, at six o’clock, on
the morning 'of Dec. 9, 1900,
being 82 years, one month and
five days old He came with
his parents to Walton county
when a small boy, wheie he
grew to manhood.
On Oct. 10, 1843, lie was
united in marraige to Miss Fran
cis Marion Whitehead, a true
and noble woman who was to
him a helpmeet indeed. They
lived happily together for more
than forty-eight years, she pre¬
ceding him to tlm spirit land,
having been called to her re¬
ward Feb 19, 1S92.
Six children were born to
diem, two sons and four daugh¬
ters. One daughter died in in
fancy, one eon, Dr. Wayne
Swords, died in Louisiana four
years ago, where he was a
prominent dentist in tlie town
of • Lh.I toKn.tu M rs. N II.
(Japehart. a luv.ng and dutitut
daughter, a good woman, pass¬
ed from-earth and its trials to
a fairer land Feb. 5, 98 T-he
other son. Mr. Charles M.
Swords, and two daughters,
Mrs. G. S Smith and Mrs. 13.
D. Whatley, survive, all of
whom are well known and of
the highest standing among the
good people of this county.
Ho had thirteen grandchil.
dre'n and three great-grandchil¬
dren who will honor and reveie
his memory.
Mr. Swords was for a long
time a citizen of the adjoining
county of Newton, where tie
reared his family ami was held
in high esteem. Deserved, the
poople of his district as justice
of the peace for a number of
years, moving to this county
about 13 years ago.
Mr. Swoids never connected
himself with any church In
his belief he was in accord with
the Primitive Baptists and fre
cpiently attended their meetings
While he never made a public
profession of religion, he was a
good citizen, a useful man,
high toned, upright and honor¬
able in all his relations with his
fellowmcn, an ideal husband, a
loving and devoted father, a
good neighbor and a true friend,
He was well known in this
section of Georgia and number¬
ed his friends by his acquain¬
tances, and they bear testimo¬
ny to his strength of character,
his honesty and integrity, his
kindly deeds and words.
While his head was hoary
with age yet he continued re¬
markably active up to within a
short time of Ins death. pje
was of a pleasant, sunny dispo
sition. His keart remained
young and his many friends
among the younger people weie
always glad to greet “Uncle
Jack,” as he was familiarly
■ called by
them.
NOTICE TO ALL,
The Stock Business has been so
much better than we expected, we
have decided to remain in Conyers
the balance of the season. If you
need stock see us at once as we
can save you some money.
SHARP & KING.
The next day after the f pit it
had taken its flight from its
flight from its tenement \ of clay,
the , body , was carried . , to Bethel
church, followed by loved
and sympathetic friends where,
after funeral , . conducted .
services
by Elder Jno- F. A Inland, it was
laid to rest beside .his wife in
the cemetery near by.
IIis loved ones can emulate
his many virtues and hope .for
a happy reunion in the sweet
by and by.
A Friend.
TESTiM OJN1ALS.
I take pleasure in testifying to
t he merit of I)r. Nelson’s treat¬
ment of the eyes, lie has benefit
ted nib great iv and I heartily re¬
commend him
S F Bohanon.
-Applicat ion ITot- Admifiis
tratiou
To whom it may concern.
.1. N. Hale, having in due form nn„
plied for )n rmanent letters of adinin
istration on the ests.te of Airs. it. o.
Hate, late of said county deceased,
and I will pass upon the same on the
1st Monday in Janua y. 1901.
Given under my hand and official
signature this.Her. 5ti), 1900.
A. M. Helms, Ord.
Months Support
Geobgia, Rockdale County: —
To wnoin it may concern.
Mrs. Fannie B Simpkins, wife of
W Ft Simpkins, having applied for a
twelve months Suppport out of her
said dcceased husband’s es
fate, and tiled the their appraisers appointed,
having return in my office,
and this is to notify all persons that
I will pass upon the same on the 1st
Monday in Januaiy, official 1901. Given un¬
der my hand and signature,
this December 6th. 1900.
A. M. Helms, Ord,
IVotice to Debtors And
Creditors.
All persons holding claims against
the estate of Burr J Marbut deceased
are requested to present same to the
slso undersigned properly authenticated,
those indebted to said deceased
are requested to make settlement.
W. S. Marbut, Exe't.
Notice To Debtors arid
Creditors.
GEORGIA Rockdale County.
All persons holding claims or
demands against the estate of 11
J- Maddox, late of said county
deceased, aro notifie 1 to present
j ^hem tons authenticated, and all
i persons indebted to said deceased
are requested to make immediate
settlements.
This Oct. 22 3900.
W. J, and J. E. Maddox,
Adm’r H. J, Maddix,
i« Months Support,
Turner, cm, widow of
Tinner, cot. deceased, having
applied for a. twelve months support
our of her said deceased husband’s
t! ’ is '. H n> notify all persons concern
rd, Thar I will pass upon the smno
oil f’-e 1st ronda.v in January 1901.
T ami official sig
nature, this Dec. 6tli. 1000
A, M* Jdeuas, Ord .
dLUrery, And Salo
Stables,
J N Hale,, proprietor.
Melton’s old stand.
Will buy so me horses and mu lea.
Mutes to exchange for nice horses.
XT. . Hopkins
DENTIST.
COYNERS, - • Mb » A. - GEORGIA
Office in Night Building.
Work guaranteed.
F. T. Hopkins, D. D. S
Rule 3 \isi.
15. J. N IDLER Mortgage etc,, Oct.
J. T. Gabxeb VN ) Adjourned term 1900
Rockdale Superior Court of
County Ga
Present, tiie Honorable 33 J Rea¬
gan, cuit. Judge Superior Court Flint Cir¬
It appearing to the court by Hie
petition of if J Miller that on the 16th
day of August, in the year of our
fiord, nineteen hundred, John T.
Garner matte and delivered to R J
Milter, two promissory notes for
eighty dollars each, due Sept. 16th
and Oct. 16th, 1900, to secure the pay¬
ment of said instruments, executed
and delivered to said B J Miller bis
deed of mortgage, whereby he con¬
veyed to him one hundred and ten
acres of land, more or less, tying and
being in Sheffield district, Rockdale
county. Brantley’s Ga. bounded on east by I>r,
land,south by Hanescreek
west by Wash Rennard's land, north
br Dr. Bryant and Wash .Dennard
lands, being the same property deed¬
ed to said John T Garner by BC
Burkhart, Feby, Ord, J900. Deed re
c uded in book “H” page 36, Feb. P,
1900, in Clerk’s office, Rockdale Co.
Ga.. conditioned that if said John T
Garner should pay off aim discharge
said two notes and mortgage accord.,
ingto its tenor and effect, that then
said deed and mortgage aim said
notes should be void.
And it further appearing that said
notes and mortgage remain unpaid:
It is therefore ordered that said John
T Garner pay. into this court Dv tfie
first dav of the next term thereof, the
principal, due interest, attorney’s fees
and cost on said mortgage or
show cause to the contrarv, if there
he any; and that on failure of said
John T Garner so to do. the equity of
redemption premises in and to said mortgaged
to be forever thereafter bar¬
red and fori closed. And it is further
ordered in the COXYKRS that this.rule Weekly be published
once a
month f.>r four months, or a copy
thereof served on tfie said John T
Garner or bis special agent or attor¬
ney, at least 3 months before tbe next
term of this court.
Shepard B'van,
AC MeCnlla,
Petitioner's Atttorney*.
By E. the court-—
j. Reagan, jttdgej Presiding, S. C. F. C.,
This cec..14, ItQQ,