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Editorial Glimpses and Clippings. Forty-two caseR of measles are reported at Fort Valley. We are indebted to Senator A/ H. Ookmitt for a copy of his ipercli on the Federal Election Bill. Mr. It. F. Lawton, tile Macon banker has sailed for. Europe on important business. All the offices of the Georgia peni tentiary are now tiled by Alliance- tnen from the principal keeper down. Mildness conquers—hence the gen tle yet positive influence Dr. Bull’s ?tilby Syrup overcomes so easily the ■•disorders of babyhood. James It. Garfield, eldest, son of the late President Garfield, on New Year's day married Miss Newell, the daugh ter of the president of the lake shore railroad. The five men convicted of the mur der of J. C. Forsyth viz: Luther A. Hall, Wright Lancaster, Knight, John Lancaster and Clements, left Macon Saturday afternoon in charge of live Deputy Marshals, for the Colutuhus, Ohio, penitentiary. New Mail Schedule.—Commencing today, fast mail service will tie placed on the Georgia road between Macon and Camack, the same os on week days, for the first time in the history of the road. The mail comes in at 12:10 and leaves at 3:30 p. ui.—Macon ’Telegraph 11th. Gen. E. P. Alexander was on Tues day re-elected President, of the Central Railroad and Banking Company, and Mr. John C. Calhoun was re-elected vice-president. Gen. Alexander says there will be no changes in the policy of tiie road. "We will simply eon- GREEK LETTER FRATERNITIES. The writer of the succeeding arti cle lays no claim to originality. He has rather compiled from good and worthy souroes the opinions and sen timents of some of America’s most honored sons upon this, of late, much debated topic. While lie is confident that there are many that will disagree with him in the views here taken, yet lie has the courage to submit the article for publication to he judged by- a just and unbiassed public. What is a Greek-letter Fraternity? Tin* Greek-letter Fraternity of Amer ican colleges is an institution peculiar to itself, and differs materially' from all other secret organizations. In its secrecy and principle of friendship it very much resembles the Ma sons, but its members join at a time when the mind is impulsive, when the heart is open to form friendships, and when acquaintance with the world has not created suspicion or selfishness. No friendship is so strong or enduring as that of college men, and the college fraternity, binding its members by such ties, attaius or ap proaches an ideal of love which no other body of men ever attains. It is a union of men of like purposes and ambitions bound together for mutual benefit by cords of sympathy and eternal affection. The college frater- ty is to those who belong to it sec ond only to the college itself. A tiiiue our effort* for the success of the oollege is inpomplete without them, 'Oentriil RVRtPUl. . . . , . , . and certainly a great vacancy would 'Central system. The smallpox scare is about over. No new cases liave been discovered, and two of the cases mentioned in the Morning News several days ago are convalescent. One of negroes taken to the nest house died from the dis ease. I)r. Brunner said that he was suffering from a confluent form. The sanitary board, considering all troub le at an end. bus discontinued the publication of its card.— Savannah News, 10th. A man who 1ms practiced medicine for •in years ought to know salt from sugar; read what he says: Toledo, O., Jan. 10,1887. Messrs. F. J. Cheney ,t Co.—Gentlemen : —I have l>een In the generid practice of medicine for most forty years, and would say thntln all my experience have never seen a preparation t Imt I could prescribe ■«ith as roach confidence of success as 1 ■ill Ilftll’s Catarrh Cure, manufactured tiy you. llnvp prescribed It a gn at many tiroes and Its effects me wonderful, find 1 would say in conclusion that I have yet to find h cnee of Catarrh that It would not fiare if taken according t > directions. Yours Truly, L L.GORSUCH, M l). Office, ‘215 Summit St. We will give $100 for any case of Ca tarrh that cannot be cured with Hall’s Ca tarrh Cure. TnUen Internally. 1’. J. CHENEY A CO , Props , Toled., Oo. Maine has 3,318 abandoned farms, about live percent of the farms in the •TState.. The total area ts 254,618 acres and they are valued at about $5 per tore. Numerous- reasons are given idor their abandonment, the chief ones being that the owners have died and non-residents are now tlie proprietors; that the laud is naturally poor and not worth reclaiming, and the rapid ,-ettleiuent of the West and low rail road freights causing ruiuoiiscompeti a ion. The next meeting of the State Ag ricultural Society will he held at Ha vanoah on the 11th of February. At ■That time Governor Northeu and the <’ld officers step down and out, and President Waddell Hnd ten new vice presidents and ten new executive comiultteemeu are all to be duly in stalled. Cotton Market. The following is the cotton market Tor Jan. It, 1891. reported by Geo. C. Smith, Buyer for Export, at Samuel Evans’ and Alliance Warehouses: Ljvkrpoox —Middling, 5 3-10d. Dull. Nkw YoKK-Middling, Dull. ;8avannaii—Middling, 8f. Dull. MlLLKDGkVILLK LOCAL MAaHKT. Market Quiet. •Good Mid’s. I*. Strict Mill’s. Sjc. Middlings, 8J. Strict Low Mia’s. 8. 'Low Mid’s 7^. Tinges Jo. off grade, detains, Jc. off grade. UuneiptR to date, 15.200 bales. Shipments 13,200. Stock 2,000. Xl„T or ADVERTISED LETT KBS Remaining in the PoeDOfflce at M11- •tedgeville, Baldwin eonnty, Ga„ Jan. 10th, 1881. If not called for within 30 ■days' they will be sent to the Dean Letter Omee. Anderson, Bell Hay*, W. J. Boyer, Jack Ingram, Jack Bernstein, J. Jackson, Hariet Beal, IJraie. Lookers, Allen Benford, Turner Lester, Jennie Brown, Win. Lynn, Noah Gook, Lanie McDauiel, Sarah Clark, Fred Martin, Liza Calloway, Ma- Morris, Mrs. M. J. r jah Fermenter, G S Cauktn. Willie Rainhart, Anna Davis, Annett Roberson, Mary Davis, Katie Sanford, Howard Drescoll, Alford SiDgletou, R B Gibson, Emma Stewart, Sadie Guthrie, R. E. Taylor, Caroline Hicks. Jimmie Thomas, Sarah Hall, Milus Youngblood, C. be perceptible should the existence of these fraternities cease. its work the divine loVeof the Saviour, whose command isj “That ye love one another.’’ Only the loyal Greek caii fully appreciate the secret and infinite blessings of friendship. Those who are opposed to these organiza tions are doubtless sincere, hut they know not whereof thej speak. The Faculty of our cpllege have re cently decided that tlidse Greek-letter fraternities are productive of no good and in accordance will their decis ion have taken effectives steps toward their abolishment. “’Tls indeed sad to think tlinf tiiis institution is destined to be without the enlightening infill ences of fraternities, xml yet more sad to think that so many desirable young men will be denied the privi lege of shariug with sonje of their col leagues the inestimable benefits to be received from fraternal fellowship!" . L. M. Lamar, A. T. O. Milledgeville, Ga., Jan. G, 1891. Council Proceedings. The Augusta Chronicle says: The conviction of the prisoners In the Hall case, of conspiracy and murder, is a triumph for law and order. But how did the case happen to get into the United S'ates courts? Are not the State courts of Georgia adequate for the punishment of crime?” Is an invaluable remedy for SICK HEADACHE, TORPID LIVER, DYSPEPSIA, PILES, MALARIA, COSTIVENESS, £ND ALL BILIOUS DISEASES. Sold Every wiser e» P O. BDLLBTJM. MAIL CLOSE FOR C&MR. R. Fast Train C. R. R. East West 10 30 a. in. 4 30 p. in. 10 30 a. in. 3 30 p. in. 9 00 a. in. 2 00 p. in. R. Sched- South North Owing to changes in R. tiles the General Delivery will open hereafter at 8 a- m. and olose at 5 p. an., except Sunday hours will be from 12 m. until 12:45 P. m. 0. G. Wufloir, P. M. Although for many years past, that any benefit results from college fra ternities has been a question of con siderable debate, yet the opposition to them is steadily decreasing, and arguments in their favor are growing stronger. The basis common to nhnost every Greek-letter Fraternity is this, name ly, fellows of kindred tnstes, purposes and ambitious united together in se cret bonds for mntnnl advantages in all lines which pertain to college life. Membership is valuable chiefly as it ' affords association with selectcd char acters at college. By raising the tone of men’s thoughts, by promoting love fonnen, by linking the bonds of man’s love for man, these societies do a work of priceless value. They gather to gether the brightest and best spirits of our college men, and in their cir cles we find represented the flower of American youth. As in tbe days of yore, the Greeks, though few iu num ber, dominated tlie whole world, so to-day, our Hellenic brotherhood is making for itself a fame that spreads throughout all phases of oor country's history. A Greek occupies the Pres idential chair, and one half the Pres Ident’s Cabinet take pride in tlieir badges of college fraternities; all through the country, iu politics, in press, and in pulpits, we find our brothers. Verily, to-day the Greeks rule our laud. Greek orders aro brotherhoods in the strictest sense; in tlieir precincts the voice of friendship is heard. Tlieir influence is elevating, and their pur pose is to confer the greatest possi ble good upon their membership—loy alty, gentlemanly dignity, and all the amenities ol life are festered. College instruction may make the student n man of erudition, give degrees and honors, still he may bo unchanged at heart, But the Greek fraternities make him a noble, unselfish man, a prudent frieud, a devoted brother, and implant within his breast a rea sonable desire and unflagging zeal for the welfare of his fellow-men. The true Greek is forbearing; he refrains from unkiiuluesB iu word, deed anil thought; the mantle of his charity coversliisbrothers’ frailties; his broth ers’ victories are his victories; each j triumph won, the common fame of his beloved Fraternity. The initiation of the average fresh man into a fraternity marks for him the beginning of a new life; it is for him a new home, where character is formed, education encouraged, and those Christian principles are instill ed, which last through time and eter nity. There, friends staud ever ready to defend his character and help bear his burdens. It is impossible for a true Greek to be excessively selfish, so repugnant to selfishness are the teachings and views of true Helle nism. Tiie Greek-letter Fraternity ad vances and protects the individual member, inculcates morality, truth fulness, and a high standing of friend ship. It secures that which rnaDy other organizations Jail iu—loyalty and faithfulness amoug the brothers that compose them, gives a sympa thy of character denied to the “Bar barian," stigmatizes excesses of all kinds, opposes bigotry and narrow mindedness, and stimulates the moral and intellectual part of man. It di rects its members to a higher and no blsr life, endeavoring to illustrate by CorxciL Chamber! Jan. 0th, 1891. { Called Mrrthmi: Present, his honor T. J, Cline Mnywr, Aid. Roberts, Newell, Carsksr, Weidtenussn, Joseph and Coan. The minutes ol Ike last msstUf wave read and cor8 need. A communication frwm A. J. Welt and the board of health was read and received. On motien, Resolved, That the salary of A. J. Well, street overseer, he fifty dollars per moath from Jan. ist i8qi, (adopted.) The city sexton reports ai interments in the City Cemetery for the three months end- i*2 Dee. gist itfcje, eievee whiles end ten colored. Of this aamher fbere were to eon residents, $ white and a svtoved. On motion the report was reoetewd susd esdseed spread on the esmetsry book*. The contract for water wwrlm worn teed end the following resolutions adopted . By Aid. Joseph. Resolved, That the contrast mr ru ler works this day submitted by Whsel- er and Chat, F. Porks, ef Mass., cad J. II. Yea'on, of Palatkn, Fla , be aesepted in lien of all others sod all previews contracts here tofore submitted, b* declared nnll and void. By Aid. Roberts, Whereas a eontract to construct nnd maintain a system' of water works in the city of Mllledgrv 11* has this day been submitted to the Council by Wm Wheeler and'Chas. F. Piirk* of Afros., and J. H. Yeatoa.of Falatka, Fin., and tbe terms and conditions of snid contrast having been coneidered and accepted by said Council. Therefore b« it ordained by the Mayor usd Aldermen of the city of Milledge-nlle, that the Maywr of said city be a. d he is hereby tmpowerecj and authorised'to enter into and execute said proposed contract, for and in be half of the city of M'iileUgeville h* accord ance with the laws of said city. Ot motion the rules were suspended and the abwve read three times and passedl The following aecoents were passed and ordered paid. G. \V. Caraker,. >y,oo W. J. Owees,. 50,00 A. J. Wall a sects 80,00 M. H. Bland, 25 00 Electric Light Company, , 125,00 Milledgeville Oil and Fertiliser C».» 5 28 T, E. White 5 l >. 8 ° W. A J. Caraker 13.15 C. If. Bonner 1,45 A. I)unn 50,00 C. E. Prosser 4^,67 T. A. Caraker 35-00 G. T. Whilden 00 W. J. Vaughan 42,70 P J. Heyfron 9, 00 T. L. McCo.nb & Co, C25 A. O. Neal '90 On motion, Coarcil adjourns G. W. CARAK W. L. DOUGLAS A r> A 1 1 ET * nit other special- 3HIJ t ties for Gentlemen, Ladles, ete., are war- rail ted-.anil so stamped on tetnuu. Address W. UBOVOUS, Brodtses,n«*. Sold by F. HATJGr, Agent. Millertgeville, Ga., Jan. 1,1881. 27 6m. Clerk If you visit to buy or sell real es tate apply to Bethune & Moore. MONEY Cheaper than Ever! Six per Cent., 1)Y A HOME COMPASS. Loans Nego- D tinted on Farm Mortgages. No De lays and N’n Hod Tape. Consult, your in terest by wrliltig to, nr exiling on RUFUS W, ROBERTS, Mil3#dgeville r bn. Oct. 35* 1889. 36 By Merchant Tailoring. I HAVSkreturned to MUtedgevlIle and ex pect to locate here permanently iu my old business. 1 will occupy the storeroom owned by W. T. Conn next door to She Mil- ledgevUtle hotel; where E Bhiill be glad to see all my old friends and 1 customers. It will be 2ty endeavor to serve theca In all branches or the business In tho best! possi ble manner. All who we in need of any thing In my Hue will Haul It to thelu Inter est to call on mo and examine my stock be fore purchasing elsewhere. Kept. 9th 1890. Very liespeetSalty, G. E. HINKLRY. lOSm. W. L, JACKSON, Attorney- At-Law. ■StrOflice in the Court Hoase. Milledgeville,Ga., Aug.7, 1888. 5 If guano! guano! guano! ACID PHOSPHATE —AND— Cotton Seed Meal. We return thanks to all our fremls and customers for tlieir pat ronage duriug tho past season. We now offer you a very fine grad' of guana.—Acid Phosphate and Cotton Seed Meal—for cash and gilt edge paper. Give us your patronage. Most Respectfully, MIIshBDGBYIhhB OIL AND FERTILIZER CO. W. S. BROOKS, Manager. Milledgeville, Ga., Jan. 1,1891. 27 3m. W. H. BASS’ CLOSING OUT SALE -OF- Dry Goods, Clothing, Shoes, Hats, Gaps, Glassware, Crockery, Tinware, Sewing Machines, Un derwear, Boots, Trunks, Valises, Hosiery, Gloves, Buttons, Cutlery, Notions, Soaps, &c.—hundreds of useful articles of every day ne cessity too tedious to mention. (3P*Headquartors for Dolls, Vases, Toys and China anti Glass Novelties. Milledgeville, Ga,, Dec. 8th,*1890. 8 tf. This Space is For T. E. WHITE, “The Grocer,” Headquarters tor Fine Groceries! No, 26 South Wayne Street, Milledgeville, Ga., Nov. 3,1890. 31 ly. Ji JVew Grocery Store! W»- have opened a Grocery Store at No. 34 South Wayne Street. We carry a Fresh Fine of Family and ' Fancy Groceries, Canned! Goods, Cigars & Toba<t*o. Como and seo us. We Guarantee Satisfaction! , Vexy respectfully, PACE & O’QUINN. Milledgeville, Ga., Sept. 1st, 1890. 9 tf, The Grand Carnival AND Trades Display . AND OTHER AMUSEMENTS AT AUGUSTA, - GEORGIA WIIL TAKE PLACE JANUARY 20, 21, 22 and 23, 1891 January 20th, at 3 p. m. KINS COTTON AND HIS COURT WILL AHHIVE and receive the keys of the city from tho Mayor. January 21st dur ing tbe day there will be varied sports on Broad street. At night at 7.30 o’clock the Trades Display will move on its line of march. This will be the grandest display ever witnessed in tho South. Jan uary 22d from early morn until midnight Broad street will be a pan oramic view of ancient and modern sports. At 7.30 p, m. The Car nival procession will enter Broad street. This will be a sight of grandeur, never excelled outside of New Orleans. January 23d var ied sports will be going on on Broad street. At night King Cotton’s Grand Ball will take place. Everybody should visit Augusta for this occasion. The •* GEORGIA - RAILROAD GAINESVILLE, JEFFERSON AND SOUTHERN R. R. AND UNION POINT & WHITE PLAINS RAILROAD will sell ROUND TRIP TICKETS at ONE CENT PER MILE dis tance traveled. JOE. W. WHITE, TrnvSing P^leJge?!^.^ 88 ® 1 * 6 * 1 ***?' Dec. 30th, 1890. 25 4t. Caveats, and Tradc-Marka obtained, and all Pat ent buxines* conducted for Moderate Fees. Our Office is Opposite U.S. Patent Office, and we esn secure patent In less time than those remote from Washington. Send model, drawing or photo., with descrip tion. We advise. If patentable or not, free of charge. Our fee not duo till patent le secured. A Pamphlet, “Dow to Obtain Patents,” with namea ofactual clients inyourState, count?, or town, sent free. Address, C.A.SNOW&CO. Opposite Patent Office, Washington, D. C. FOK 'I'll K L/OOiJ, Weakness, Malar: i, Indigestion and Biliousness, take BROWN’S IRON BITTERS. It cures quickly. For sale by all dealer! In pedicure. €et tho genuine, To Business Men. fjUlE advertiser, an experienced accoun ant ftnd correspondent, familiar wit &1I the details of Warehouse and Bankin business, desires an engagement with first-class house. Address “C." , MlllodgevlUe, Ga or enqulro at this offloe. April 801,889. *stf. For Sale. , o ] Attention Beal Estate Speculators. A CORNER LOT, containing one acre, more less, ndjolnlng Captain T. F. Newell’s place, and one block from the Girl’s Normal School. Applvto CAPT. WAITER PAINE, At the Court Hoase. MUlodsrevillo, Ga.. MurchiOth, 1890. 39 L