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•iaiuri UNION & RECORDER. Br-Pre«ident Davis at Montgomery. Milledgeville, May 4, 1886. Republican Campaigners. The Republicans, in Congress, have already appointed their campaign committee, consisting of one member for every State represented in the committee. The following are the members for the Southern States: Kentucky, Representative Wads worth; Maryland, Representative Me Comas; Missouri, Warner; North Car olina, O’Hara; South Carolina, Small; Tennessee, Houk; Virginia, Malione; West Virginia, Goff. From this it will be seen that only eight of the Southern States are represented in their committee. Of course they 4 se- ected representatives from these States because their party was strong er in them than in the others. All they can hope to effect, in either one, is to secure an^occasional representa tive in Congress in each. As to a Presidential canvas, they can have no hope of success in either, but Virgin ia, and a very light hope in that, for Mahone’s power is thoroughly broken. Still they probably will secure several votes from those States to sustain their Congressional strength. What effect the prohibition movement may have remains to be seen. Many per sons are so wedded to that, that it may add one or two additional mem bers to their strength. The selections they have made in the other States, consist of men of popularity and in fluence. It is impossible as yet to form any clear opinion of future're- sults in State or National elections, but the immense superiority in num bers of Republicans in official stations must favor the chances of the success of that party. The Democrats see this, and hence, the complaints that are made of the President’s Civil Ser vice policy. Every Republican in official station will almost necessarily have some influence in his neighbor hood. or section, and Democrats dis heartened by the past, by the loss of office and the dignity of station, to which the party was entitled, will see nothing to inspire them to vigorous party effort. The symbols of hope deferred, that led them to strive for democratic supremacy, failed them in the hour of triumph. They become shadows after triumph, and with many will inspire them to no new ef fort when contemplating that which had been wasted in vain. It. is idle to expect Democrats to rush forth with inspired . effort for the party when the harvest they expected to reap enured to those, their opponents, who had had undisturbed access to the national granary for the fourth of a century. We hope for a change that will "inspire democrats to move on with a force, firmness and preoi- *ion, as in days of yore, feeling con scious of enjoying the rewards of ef fort in democratic success, both in patriotic sentiment and official sta tion. OLEOMARGARINE. We think it is time for a stop to be put to the deleterious mixtures com pounded and sold for butter under the name of oleomargarine. The bill, introduced into the House by the committee on Agriculture, to indirect ly put a stop to the traffic in oleomar garine. ought to become a law. It imposes a heavy annual tax upon the makers of this bogus stuff, sold in large quantities as pure butter by the greater number of those engaged in making it. The tax on the manufac turers is $600, wholesale dealers $480, and retail dealers $48. The manufac turers. who sell it without paying the tax. are subjected to a fine of from $1,000 to $.'),000 in addition to the tax, and others, who deal in it, to a heavy fine besides the legal tax. The mate rial is to be put up in certain wooden vessels, stamped in a certain way de scribed in the law. and if the makers of it fail to do so, they are liable to a heavv fine and imprisonment. In ad dition to this the manufacturer is subjected to a fine of ten cents per pound for every pound he manufac tures and sells. A great deal of this bogus butter is imported, and the importer is subject to a tax of 15 cents per pound. Oleo margarine may be exported without payment of the tax. but it shall be labeled ‘'oleomargarine” in large let ters. Any one, who violates this pro vision, shall forfeit the manufactory, apparatus and stock, and in addition, be iiuble to tine and imprisonment. Tim bill is to take effect ninety days after its passage. We do not doubt that some engaged in the manufacture of oleomargarine, use sound and good material, pure lard and suet and some good butter, so that the article, though not real butter, may be not disagreeable to the taste and injurious to health. But undoubtedly much of the article call ed oleomargarine is composed of bad lard, the fat of diseased hogs and oth er animals, who died of various ail ments, disguised with some good but ter, and is sold as butter. It is so compounded as not to be disagreeable to the taste - , while, at the same time, it is calculated to produce disease in those who use it. Much the larger portion is[ compounded of' articles unfit to be taken into the hu man stomach. The only way to put a stop to the sale of such an article, is to prevent the sale of oleoinarga- rint^aitogether, and we are glad to see the introduction of a bill to prevent the sale of the article in any case whatever. It will not only promote health, but it will add to the rearing of good stock in all sections, and make the dairies of the country what they should be, the safe and honest pro ducers of an article in popular use in every section of the countrv. Let oleomargarine go, and pure butter be everywhere substituted for it. We hope the bill will receive the vote of every member of both Houses of Con gress. Corporations are not guiltless of fur- ishing provocation for strikes. But bis does not justify, violence on the art of laborers. The venerated ex-President of the Confederate States arrived at Mont goinerv, Ala., at 8 o’clock P. M on Tuesday last, having left his home Beauvoir, Miss., at 11 o’clock that morning. He and his daughter oecu pied a special car and they were in charge of a committee of citizens of Montgomery, headed by Mayor Reese, who went to escort them. Their ar rival at every station was hailed by crowds of enthusiastic people. Every demonstration of affection and res pect was rendered and as Mr. Davis stood on the rear platform of his car, he made many happy by giving them a hearty phake of the hand. On ar riving at Montgomery, a writer says “the scene has never been£equalled or eclipsed since the inaugural reception of 1861. Houses were illuminated, fire-works brightened the heavens, ar tillery boomed and dozens of bands played, while the shouts of thousands mingled with the roar and added to its volume.” The trains during the night and the next morning brought in additional thousands. A grand procession was formed, embracing the high dignita ries of the State, distinguished citi zens, societies and associations of va- rius kinds, and under the escort of a grand military column of the citizen soldiery of Ala., from different por tions of the State, the whole marched to the State capitol richly decorated for the occasion. The programme embraced a short address by "Mr. Da vis and an oration by Genl. J. B. Gor don of this State. Mr. Davis was too feeble to make an address of any length and we are glad that its brev ity permits us to present it to our readers, as follows: MR. DAVIS’ SPEECH. My friends, it would be in vain if I should attempt to express to you the deep gratification which I feel at this demonstration: but I know that it is not personal; and therefore I feel more deeply grateful, because it is a senti ment far dearer to me than myself. You have passed through the terrible ordeal of a war, which Alabama did not seek. When she felt her wrongs too grievous for further toleration she sought a peaceful solution. That be ing denied her, the thunders of war came ringing over the land. Then her people rose in their majesty. Gray haired sires and beardless boys eager ly rushed to the front. It was that war that Christianity alone approved —a holy war for defence. Well do I remember seeing your gentle boys, so small, to use a farmer’s phrase," that they might have been called seed corn, moving on with eager step and fearless brow to the carnival of death, and I have also looked upon them when their knapsacks and muskets seemed heavier than the boys, .and my eyes, partaking of a mother’s weakness, filled with tears. Those days have passed. Many of them have found nameless graves, but they are not dead; they live in memory and their spirits stand out the grand re serve of that column which is march ing on with unfaltering step toward the goal of constitutional liberty. [Applause.] It were in vain if I should attempt, as I have already said, to express my great gratitude to you. I am standing now very nearly on the spot where I stood when I took the oath of office in 1861. Your demonstration now exceeds that which welcomed me then. This shows that the spirit of Southern lib erty is not dead. [Long and continu ed applause.] Then you were full of joyous hopes; you had every prospect of achieving all you desired; and now you are wrapped in the mantle of jre- gret. And yet that regret only mani fests more profoundly and does not obliterate the expression of your sen timents. I felt last night as I ap proached the Exchange Hotel, from the gallery of which your peerless or ator, William L. Yancey, introduced me to the citizens of Montgomery, and commended me in language which only his eloquence could yield, and ■which far exceeded my merit—I felt, I say again, that I was" coming to my home, coming to a land where liberty dies not and serious sentiments will live forever. [Applause.] I have been promised by my friends that I should not be called "upon to make a speech, and therefore I will only extend to you my heartfelt thanks. God bless you, one and all, old men and boys, and the ladies above all others, who never faltered in our direst need! [Loud and long con tinued applause.] Such a cheer as followed the speak er to his seat cannot be described. It was from the heart. It was an out burst of nature. It was long contin ued. Mr. Davis got up again and again and bowed his acknowledge ments. Men were wild for him; wo men were in ecstacy for him; children caught the spirit and waved their hands in the air. “Hurrah for Jeff Davis!” shouted a veteran. It was taken up and again and again the mighty roar resounded. Gov. O’Neal, the gallant old hero of North Ala bama, was on his feet. “Gordon! Gor don!” came from thousands of throats. A veteran on the highest step cried out,*. “Gordon will speak for the old soldiers of Georgia.” Gen. Gordon was introduced and made a splendid speech. M r. Dayis grasped his hand warmly, saying, “General, I heartily congratulate you.” Mr. Davis will positively visit Atlanta and it is said he will also visit Savannah. of to THE BEN HILL STATUE Was unveiled in Atlanta last Satur day with imposing ceremonies. Ex- President Jefferson Davis took a con- spicious part in the ceremonies, and thousands of battle scarred veterans marched in the procession. It is es timated that there were 50,000 people bv by about the platform, The ceremonies were introduced an earnest and touching prayer Gen. C. A. Evans of Augusta. Mr. Grady introduced Dr. B. D. Spalding, President of the Hill Monu ment Association, who would formally present the Statue to the State o"f Georgia. Dr. Spalding, in an eloquent and stir ring speech, delivered the monument in behalf of the association to the State. GOVERNOR MCDANIEL was then introduced, and accepted the statue from the Association m behalf of the State. The Gover nor’s speech was a brief but elo auent review of the services Senator Hill, and a high tribute his worth as a citizen and statesman, his character as a man and his many virtues. The Governor never appear ed in a public speech to so good vantage, and his effort was highly complimented. HON. J. C. C. BLACK was introduced as the one on whom the mantle of the late Senator Hill had fallen, and in bis eloquent address showed that the compliment was not undeserved. The speech was a grand one, often interrupted by ringing ap plause. At its conclusion he was warmly congratulated by Mr. Davis and others on the platform. When the applause had ceased over the oration of Mr. Black, President Davis was introduced by H. W. Grady. The excitement that followed was memorable. Mr. Davis was kept for some minutes bowing round and round until quiet was restored. He said: MR. DAVIS’ ADDRESS. “My countrymen, I believe you have been generally apprised that no address Was expected from me to-day. came here silently, reverently, lov ingly to see unveiled the statue of my friend—one who wanted to show him respect. If I was asked to select three of (ieorgia’s noblest sons I would say lethorpe, the benevolent, Troup, the dauntless, ctnd Hill, the faithful. If it was expected of me, and I felt able to make a speech, I could add nothing to the oration - you have just heard. But I may say something of my dead friend. His voice was raised first and last for Georgia, and if he was the last to precipitate the States into war he was the last to give it up. When, paralyzed by defeat and pov erty, our people seemed to shrink back, it was his eternal devotion to the cause of truth and justice which gained [for [Georgians the independ ence you now enjoy. But I dare not speak of Hill personally. From first to last he was the one on whom I could place my hands with confidence. He had nothing to ask, but more to and when I was the last who give, was expected to receive benefits it was Hill whose face rose triumphantly in Congress and smote that ingenious Yankee. You see what we have suf fered and what it becomes Georgians to resent: but, my friends, ours is the day of peace. Mr. Hill taught us peace as well as resistance. I urge upon you all to observe the rights guaranteed to you under the constitu tion. May freedom and independence such as your fathers gave you, to be yours and your children’s forever.” MR. DAVIS AND GEN. LONGSTREET EM BRACE. At the conclusion of Mr. Davis’ speech a benediction was pronounced by Rev. Dr. Barnett and the crowd dispersed, that Mr. Davis might retire in quiet. He spent the afternoon at Mrs. Hill’s resting, as he was greatly fatigued. During Mr. Black’s speech Gen Longstreet was brought upon the platform. He wore the uniform of a Lieutenant-General and went straight to Mr. Davis. Dr. Spalding introduc ed him as the hero of Frazier’s Farm. The two men embraced each other in the presence of the multitude amid resounding cheers. Before the crowd dispersed Dr. Spalding introduced Miss Davis as the daughter of the Confederacy. She bowed, smilingly and gracefully, in response to the hearty cheers that rose from the old veterans around the platform. Mr. Davis in Macon. On Sunday last Ex-President Davis passed through Macon on his way to be present at the Centennial Celebra tion of the Chatham Artillery at Sa vannah. The train bearing him and his party arrived about one o’clock, p. M., and according to previous ar rangements, the venerated and belov ed man, who has for a quarter of a century been subjected to insult and defamation, for having faithfully rep resented and served the southern peo ple, was conducted to the balcony of the depot. The people by thousands filled the streets in front, "all eager to see him and hear his voice once more. Judge Charles J. Harris, chairman of the committee of reception, turned to the audience and said : “Ladies and gentlemen—In behalf of the old veterans and citizens of Ma con, I have the honor of introducing the Honorable Jefferson Davis, our be loved President of the Southern Con federacy.” Mr. Davis quickly arose without aid. Then first bowing profoundly to Mrs. Cobb, he turned to the vast con course of people and after bowing, swept his eye over the crowd and in full clear voice said: “Friends and countrymen, ladies and gentlemen: This visit to Macon brings up tender and precious thoughts, around which cling memo ries of the closing struggle and most important events of the Confederacy. When the struggle ended and when my wife and sick infant sought refuge, it was here where that grand old man, Howell Cobb, received my wife Who was disconsolate and persecuted—per secuted because she was the wife of one who tried to do his duty by his countrymen. It. was here also that one good Yankee allowed us to come to Macon and gave us quarters. That sick infant has grown.into a tall wo man. [Here Miss Winnie came for ward and received a shout of applause. With his arm around her Mr. Davis continued.] This is my daughter, the child of the Confederacy. She was born the last year of the Vv r ar and she exults in the fact tnat she was born in the- Southern Confederacy. [An plause.] “Georgia lias been redeemed from tli6 oppression thrown around her in the days of reconstruction, when they refused to let you in. In this as in the great struggle, you have shown is al- Confed- the right fortitude, and at last your labors have been crowned. You are marching forward to prosperity^ and may God bless you. My heart “ - ways warm to you. You are erates, and I love you for it. “Mississippi is a daughter of Geor gia and I am the son of a Georgian. “Again I say, God bless Georgia and her people.” , Mr. Davis sat down amid shouts from the people below, but it was only for a minute. He was immediately notified that their time, which had been limited to twenty minutes, was up, and he and [his friends proceeded to the Savannah train which proceed ed at once on its way. We gather the foregoing from the Macon Telegraph. Georgia Frets Association. This body convened in the parlor of Brown’s Hotel, Macon, on Thursday morning last and was called to order by that veteran journalist and effi cient president of the association, J. H. Estill, of the Savannah News. The roll was called and it was found that fifty-six journals published in the State were represented. We note that the Jasper County News was represented by Mrs. T. R. Penn, the only lady journalist in the list of edi torial names. After the transaction of customary routine business, elections of offi cers took place and Col. J. H. Estill was re-elected president, Rev. J. W. Burke, of the Wesleyan Advocate, first vice-president, T. L. Gantt, of the Athens Banner, 2d vice president, S. R. Weston, of the Albany News, and T. W. Chapman, of the Washington Gazette, were elected secretary and treasurer respectively. Valdosta was selected as the place for the next meeting of the Association. The gentlemen of (the press, were subsequently taken in twenty-five carriages on a tour to view the city. Halting in front of the Wesleyan Fe male College, they were met by Dr. W. C. Bass and other members of the faculty and ushered into the interior of the building. Here they “were met by an army of young ladies” says the chronicler and an attractive pro gramme of music, recitations &c., was carried out which drew forth an elo quent and feeling address of thanks for the courtesy in behalf of the asso- ciationfby Mr. W. E. Mumford of the Talbotton New Era. Proceeding late in the evening to the Brown House, a splendid ban quet given by the hospitable people of Macon awaited the gentlemen of the press, in which they were joined by a number of Macon’s best citizens, and we have no reason to doubt that they did it full justice. A number of speeches in response to toasts were made by the visitors. An invitation from Gov. McDaniel was received and accepted to visit Atlanta and witness the unveiling of the statue of the late Hon. Ben Hill. We gather the above particulars from the report of the Macon Tele graph, the editorial staff of which journal, we have no doubt, did their full duty towards the hospitable en tertainment of their visitors. Gubernatorial Convention. The Macon Evening News copies an editorial from the Columbus En quirer which calls attention to the fact that although Atlanta has of late years been the place where the State Conventions of the Democratic party have been held, “there is no law un less it be unwritten,” making Atlanta the place for such an assemblage. The Enquirer then states that Augus ta comes in with an urgent plea to be made the place for the next meeting, but finds an objection to the selection of that city in the fact that the dele gates would have to cross the State to get there. It then suggests Macon as the place for the meeting, if that city should desire it. The Macon Evening News responds that Macon does desire it, and would extend to the delegates a royal welcome; at the same time mentioning its central position in the State, the fact that it is the place of residence of the future governor, &c. The matter thus discussed is an in teresting one and there is no want of precedents in the past for the meet ing of state conventions at places oth er than the capitol of the state. The Union & Recorder has no hesita tion in giving its endorsement to the suggestion of Macon for the meeting of the gubernatorial convention and would be pleased if the State Demo cratic Executive Committee which meets in Atlanta on the 20th instant to consider that among other matters would give the suggestion a fair, and, if possible, favorable consideration. For This "Week! The past week^of warm weath er will certainly remind the La dies that Spring will soon change into Snmmer and they will need White Dresses! We claim to have the prettiest line of white goods in the city. White Victoria Lawn, 6c. Beautiful India Lawn, 10c. Nainsooks, Embroideries, Mulls, Organdies, Flouncings and Al- loves to match. • Our White Embroidered Suits are 50 per cent cheaper than you can buy elsewhere. Lace Curtains, Scrim. Curtains, are beautiful and cheap. Muslins, Ginghams, Bleachings as cheap as the cheapest, at W. H. CARR’S Millinery House. Milledgeville, Ga., May 4,1886. 41 tf Legalcap, foolscap, letter and note paper —pens, pencils and ink, for sale cheap at the Union & Recorder office. JITY Hail to Spring-Time Iter 1 After much delay, we are now ready with the Most Select Stock of Grooi In this vicinity. If large assortment and low prices plish sales, we are confident of success. Onr stock of BLACK DRESS GOODS IS IMM® GIPSEY CLOTHS, NUNS VEILING, ETAMINE in B iJ Lace Stripes, HENRIETTA CLOTH, FRENCH VEILIte CASHMERES. 5any [its ol Our White Goods Department ■ I’V 8 >ad. Is replete with all the Novelties. 20 styles of India Linen H with Embroideries, complete, from $2.50 to $15.00 per sni- White and Ecliru, elegant in patterns and qualit}*. Plaid Organdies in White, Ecliru and Black. A SPLENDID ASSORTMENT OF Lyons’ Black Gfros Grain After all tlie most useful Dress. 75c to $3.00 per yard. We can sell you anywhere Look at Our Summer Silks. Hosiery in Endless J'arieti Our Imperial Lisle in black and colors, at 50c, is immense. LADIES’ SILK GLOVES 1 In the New Tan and Gray Shades. i Carpets, Mattingsl —AND RUGS! A matchless variety in Ginghams and Scotch Zephyr Cloth, most beautiful wash goods made. The An immense stock of Ladies’, Gents’, Misses’, Boys’ and Children’s Shoes, representing the best makers in the country. le fio Id* PS, ihl Jr Id le ja isi is h*c ps |d€ c CLOTHING! Our own make and selection. One of our specialties is 100 all wool Cassimere Suits, at $7.50 to $10.00, well worth $15.00—the nicest goods for that money we have ever shown. A full line of Straw Hats, and with them an immense assortment of Misses’ and Children’s Sailor’s and Sun Hats, at about one-half their value. See our Stock of Domestics, Prints and Goods for Men’s wear. g3F°Determined as usual to do our share of business without abusing our neighbors and competitors for whom we only wish the most abundant success, we invite your kind inspection of our stock. If we fail to please you, we charge you nothing for our efforts, and if you fail to see us ere you buy, it will be to your disad vantage. . Competition is the life of all trade. We expect it, but we are able to meet it. We can sell you goods as well as you can buy them in the largest markets. ADOLPH JOSEPH, AT Joseph’s Corner. Milledgeville, Ga., April 20, 1886. 8 ly.' £