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THE ATLANTA. GE0R< Washington, Dec. 20.—Chargtng that he has misstated the facta about rail road accidents, that he has juggled sta tistics in order to make them show that railroad travel la much more danger ous in this country than abroad, and that he Is a special pleader for the la bor unions and against the railroads, Western roads have opened a war upon Secretary Edward A. Mosely of the in terstate commerce commission. It Is charged that Mr. Mosely has been unduly active and unfair in his advocacy of the pending "hours of service" legislation, which proposes to limit to sixteen hours the continuous employment of railroad men. This is the bill which Senator La Follette has been pressing In the upper chamber and on which It has been agreed to vote January 12. The railroads are unlim bering their guns for a big fight on It. and will attempt to secure adoption of amendments that friends of the meas ure believe would make It Ineffective. DR, CARNES'ACCIDENT WAS PECULIAR ONE I)r. William Carnes was the victim of a peculiar accident Thursday, which may necessitate his staying in bed for several days, nursing wounds. At the entrance to the home of Dr. K. H. Hall, on Capitol avenue, Thurs day morning. Dr. Carnes slipped on a piece of tin that had been tacked to the tloor to cover a hole and fell to the floor. He was unconscious when Dr. Hall reached him. It was found that the ligaments of the left leg about the knee were torn, and that one of the small bones had been broken. Dr. Carnes Is confined to his room at his home, at 140 Capitol avenue. NO WAY TO DI8P03E OF SURPLUS WHI8KY, ¥|*.-vl«l to The (Jeorglnn. Buena Vista, (la., Dec. 21.—The Buena Vista dispensary commission Is con fronted with a peculiar situation as how It shall dispose of a portion of tho whisky on hand when the dispensary was closed out. On December 8, the town and county, having been Jointly operating a dis pensary for the sale of whisky, were voted dry, according to the terms of the Buchanan bill. The commissioners then proceeded to close out the stock on hand, but with all diligence used they had about $360 worth of liquors left. MARKED PR0QRE86 IN DEVELOPMENT, Hp<t|iiI to The (soorglau. Columbus, Ga., Dec. 21.—The Geor gia and Alabama Industrial Index says in Its regular weekly Issue; “Even the near approach of the hol iday season causes no appreciable dim inution of evldencfs of Industrial and construction progress in Georgia and Alabama us shown by udvance re ports to The Index for the past seven days. A $2,000,000 Iron and coal prop erties deal has been consummated le the Birmingham district and will be followed by more extensive develop ment. Financial arrangements have l>e*n perfected for the building of a railway line between Valdosta, (ia., and Vldalia, Os. A street railway line is in prospect for Brunswick. Ga. A cotton mill plant at Jacksonville, Ala., will be enlarged by the addition of a $500,000 mill. A plant will be established In Atlanta, Ua., for the manufacture of gas and electric light fixtures and equipment. A large furnace at lllstng Fawn, Ga., will be remodeled. An Ice plant at Gadsden. Ala., and un oil mill at Demopolis will be doubled in size. A i-ampany has been organized at Al bany, Ua., to operate a line of steam boat* on Flint river. Three sawmill plants and a turpentine plant are re ported." MAY BUILD HOSPITAL WORTH HALF MILLION. Special tik The Georgian. Charlotte, N. C., Dec. 21.—A half- million-dollar hospital, to he the finest in the South, with the possible execu tion of New Orleans, will probably be built at Durham. N. C. t soon. George W. Watts, a noted philan thropist of Durham, who some years ago gave the Watts hospital to the city of Durham, Is said to be considering the matter, and In all probability will make the gift at an early date. SHOT SON-IN-LAW WHILE WERE DRINKING. gpet lsl to The Georgian. Charlotte. N. C., Dec. 21.—A special from Gastonia brings Information of a homicide there In which liquor seems tp have been at the root of the trouble. I*. D. Cudd was shot by his father- in-law. J. II. McGathy, while*both the men were indulging In drink. The trouble occurred at the Avon Cotton Mill. MISSISSIPPI BANKS CLOSING PROSPEROUS YEAR. gpet lul to The Georul. n. Jackson, Miss.. Dec. 21.—The thi hundred banking institutions of the state are closing a very prosperous year. The average dividend that be given to their stockholders on the Erst of the year will be about 8 per cent, though in some Instances the div idends of the larger city banks will run to twelve and fifteen per cent. WILL BE RELEA8ED FROM HOME DEBT. Special to The Gcoigtsn. Montgomery, Ala., Dec. 21.—A bill Is to be presented to the next legislature to relieve the First National Bank of Montgomery for amount of a note signed by W. D. Jelks, J. M. Falkner, «\ L. Ruth. W. D. Prescott, L. B. Stone, S. T. Fraxer, A- C. Danner. W. A. Handley. Samuel Blackwell. A. Y. Glover, members of the board of con trol of the old soldiers' home, to the sum of 12.741.42 and an additional smal^ amount for Interest. This amount nas ooj-roued to meet expenses of ntaint*nnn«'c, being In excess of the ap- 1 propriation for such purpose to saidi HERE IT IS ALL Pocket Knives 5c to $5.00 ] Santa’s In His Glory When He Gets Guns of Reputation Remington No. 1 hammer gun $20.00 Remington K hammerlfess gun r. $23.50 Remington KED hammerless gun $31.50 Remington 1 automatic gun $30.00 Remington 2 automatic gun $37.50 Pnrker, V hammerlem $37.50 Parker, P-lt hammerleas $48.76 Fox No. A, hammerleas $37.50 Ithaca F, hammerleaa $21.50 Ithaca 1, hammerleaa $27.50 Ithaca 2, hammerleaa '$45.00 Winchester take down ,.$10.44 Winchester solid frame $18.50 Winchester riot $18.00 Sauer hammerleas $65.00 Stevens No. 325, hammerleaa $20.00 1890 Winchester repeater. 16-ahot, 22 cal,. .$10.20 1892 Winchester automatic, 32, 38 or 44 $12.50 1903 Winchester automatic. 22-cal. 8 $16.04 1906 Winchester repeater. 22-ahot.... $8.50 1902 Winchester, single shot $3.50 1903 Winchester, single shot, thumb trig...$3.00 1904 Winchester, single shot, extra heavy.. .$4.75 If He Plays Golf Uct a Mashie Niblic $2.00 A Driving Iron 1.60 An Aluminum Cleek '. 2.60 We also have anything in Brassies, Drivers, ('leeks, Mid Irons, Mashies, Putters, etc. Caddy Hags, $2.00 to 10.00 Golf Jackets, $5.00, $6.00 and 7.00 Sweaters, $2.50, $3.50, $5.00, $6.00 7.00 Golf Gloves, pair, $1.50 and $2.00 Golf Shoes. “Best on Earth” $5.00 Tees 15 Balls of every kind, dozen $4.50 to 7.60 Clubs reshaped and repaired. For the Masses to Pick From. Guaranteed Rostra’ triple-plate eilver— Knlvee and forks, per set Teaspoons, per eet Tablespoons, per set r ...$1.76 5 O'clock Teas—Brass, copper or nickel, $2.50 to Community Silver—Orange Spoons, gold lined. per set, only Bouillon, per set Individual solid forks, eet Cold meat forks, set Salad forks, set ...$1.60 Berry Spoons, set Berry Spoons, pearl handle, set ...$3.00 Pickle forks, set What to Give a Nev Housekeeper Rosette*Irons j Heart 8haped Waffle Irons Turkey Roaster, 75c to Universal Food Chopper Universal Bread Maker Japanese Clothes Basket Blssell's Carpet Sweeper Cold Handle Iron ' Majestic Clothes Wringer Majestic Washing Machine A few things that are very useful and v economical. , For The Boy Single Barrel Shot Guns $4.00 and up 22 Rifle, $2.00, $2.50, $3.00, $3.50, $5.00, $7.50 and $10.00 Air Rifle, 75c, $1.00, $1.25, $1.50 and 2.00 Boys’ Double Guns, 44-cal. and 20-gauge, just received. Boxing Gloves, set $1.50, $2.75, $3.50 and 5.00 Striking Bags, $1.50, $2.00! $3.00 and 5.00 Flash Lights, worth $2.00, for $1.00; the $1.00 kind, foe; they make 2,000 flashes; new batteries; 30 and 35c. Bicycles, $18.50, $20.00 and $25.00 Bicycle Tires, pair, $3.00, $4.00. $5.00, $6.00 and $8.00 Foot Balls, 75c, $1.00, $1.50 and , 4.00 Foot Ball Pants, $1.00.. i 1.60 Sleds, $1.00, $1.50, $2.00, $3.00, $4.00, $5.00, $6 12.00 Dog Collars (don’t forget the dog), each, 25c to 6.00 Delight for the Young and Old Pocket Cutlery—When we go to describe the line of Pi et Cutlery that we carry, we should devote our page ad to but in this Christmas announcement will simply state that th is not a better line or a larger line to select from anywhere the Southern states, and but very few superior lines in t United States. The prices range all the way from 5 cei to $1 CARVING SET8. If there is any one line of which we aro proud It Is f’nrvers. And It Is to the temper and quality of our Carving Knives that we have given the greatest attention. We believe we have a little the best line In the city and we know our prices are right. These come In two, three and live-piece sets, from the best English and Amerlcnn cutlers at prlccB ranging from $1.00 to $17.50 WHAT TO GIVE SWEETHEART We have a great multitude of the most beautiful and useful gifts for one's sweetheart, and for either sex. Tho festival feeling Is on now. so It would be very well to come and look through our big estab lishment and pick out Just the things that please you most. The prices are Just right to suit every body. FIRE PLACE FURNITURE Fireplace furnishings are both practical and ornamental and make an acceptable gift for any family. We carry the largest and beat se lected stock to be found, but we can show- the goods better than wo can describe them. e Iron Flro Sets, up from 75 Brass Firs Sets, up from.... 5.00 Coal Vases, up from 1.50 Brass and Iron Firs Dogs, Hearth Brushes. THE GLORY OF COFFEE DRINKERS Makes Delicious Coffee Every Day—The annoyance of having a fairly good cup of coffee one day and not quite so good the next Is rntirsly eliminated by using the "Universal" Percolator. With this automatic process you may always depend upon your coffee being uniformly delicious. Price from $2.50 up, according to size. Here Is a Christmas List for More Items Than 01( The Greatest Month of the Greatest Year of this great business is at modern merchandising. The use of every up-to-date method a Ready With the Greatest Stock of Holiday State ( Our marvelous stock represents novelties from the four corners o select and uncommon. We expect you to come out, take your time; What to Give Married Sister A ('lulling Dish i.x a source of cndlcag delight to a clever entertainer and her friends. Can you think of a Christmas gift that your sis- ler would appreciate so much or that you’d prefer for ypuraelff Here’s a line of beau ties to pick from. The newest designs—the latest improvements—the best values. There are various sizes and styles, in copper and nickel plate, ranging in price from $2.50 to $15.00 A special line of excellent values at... $5.00 Trays and other Chafing Dish accessories. Mamma Would Like A real beautiful Coal Vase. We have them in many different styles and prices from $1.75 up, and if you want some more expensive, there is the Brass Vase, we have quite an assortment and the price is very moderate anti depends entirely upon the style and weight. Also, with the Vase, we can show you beautiful Fire Sets, either in brass or cheaper material. Miscellaneous Sporting Line Gun Cases, canvas, $1.00 to $ 1.60 Gun Cases, leather, $4.00 to 15.00 Gun Cases, imitation leather 2.50 Cleaning Rods, 50c. $1.00 1.60 Cleaning Rods for 22-rifle 10 Record Pads 75 Hunting Coats, $1.00 to '.... $6.00 Hunting Coats. $2.00 to 3.50 Hunting Vests. $1.00 to . 2.00 Canoes and fixtures of all kinds. For Home Beautifu b We have a score of things to make beautiful; such ns our Estate Oak Hell really an ornament, not to speak of the fort and toil-saving that goes with all hard coal burners. The season is # late and we will gladly make n coiiei on the price, just in keeping with the S times. * “A Word to the Wise,” Etc., Etc. COMMUNITY SILVER—GUARANTEED FOR 25 YEARS. It la generally acknowledged that Community Silver has achieved a popularity never approach ed by any other plated ware. The reasons for this remarkable success are: First, because It haa the "style" and appear ance of sterling. The Community Sliver designs are carefully studied. The ornamentation la ex tremely rich and deep, and In both the effects of sterling. Second, becuusc II represents the truest econo my. At the present price of silver the heaviest plate Is the most economical. Triple plate will wear three times as long as single, while Its ad ditional cost is by no means three times as great. Community Silver Is made in a plate heavier than triple and la guaranteed (both by the manu facturers and ourselvea) to last 25 years. Any piece proving unsatisfactory will be exchanged for a new one. Community Knives and Forks, ptr set $5 and $8.50 Community Tsatpooni, per eet $1.50 Community Tableepoone, per eet $3.00 Community Deesort Spoono, per eet $2.75 Sent to any part of the U. 8.. charges prepaid. Baby’s Safety Xmas People who love the babies as they should, dear little things—would not for any price keep an open grate. We have all sizes aud styles of Spark Screens and Grate Guards. They run from $1.50 up aud may save the life of a million dollar babv. Order todav. Heart Shaped Millions of people eat waffles a gn many clays in the year. The ne ff( thing in the way of Waffle Irons is f heart-shaped Irons. It is the very u e est thing on the market, and we * them for onlv ^ Fnr r^pnprnl (diviner We can no doubt please you to the uttermost; it would not be well to undertake an enumeration of thing* * Vjcllvldl VJi. V111^ that will FILL THE BILL EXACTLY, and *t the same time give your friends or your people some* 53 Peachtree 87 Whitehall 203 Peters 116 Decatur KING HARDVTI