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WEDNESDAY. APRIL 22
Markets
Middling closed today at
13%c.
Tone steady.
Middling last year 12%c.
CLOSING'QUOTATIONS
Good' ordinary 11 S-!
Strict good ordinary 11 7-8
Low miSlllng 12 6-8
Strict iuw middling 13 1-4
Middling • 13 1-3
Strict middling 13 3-4
Good middling 14
Tinges, Ist 13 1-4
Tinges, 2nd 12 6-1
Previous Day’s Figures
Good ordinary ... 13 3-8
Strict good ordinary 11 7-8
Low middling 12 5-3
Middling 13 1-2
Low Middling 12 6-3
Strict middling 13 3-i
Good middling 14
Tinges, first 13 1-4
Tinges, second 12 6-8
new York"cotton
New York.—Cotton showed renewed
strength early today. Cables were up
to expectations and buying wat stimu
lated to some extent by unsettled weath
er in the western belt. Opened steady,
1 to 3 higher, and active months sola
5 to 9 net higher later. Liverpool was
again a buyer of near months here while
there was renewed bull support. The
market’s action was considered to indi
cate that war with Mexico would stimu
late trade in cotton goods.
Prices worked still* higher during the
middle of the afternoon with active
months selling 8 to 16 points above yes
terday’s closing figures.
Cotton futures closed firm.
The market showed continued firm
ness late in the forenoon and July con
tracts made new high ground for the
movement with the general list selling
about 6 to 10 points net higher.
High. Low Close.
May'. .. ..1267 1253 1266
July 1359 1243 1258
August 1283 1216 1237
October 1175 1161 1175
December 1174 1160 1173
MEW ORLEANS COTTON
New Orleans. —Rain in the western
belt and the ide:i that Mexican trouble
might interfere with planting put cot
ton up one to three points on the open
ing. The advance soon was widened to
four to si xpoints.
LIVERPOOL COTTON
Liverpool.—Cotton spot unchanged;
good middling 784; middling 732; low
middling 692; sales 7,000; speculation and
export 700.
Receipts 10,000; futures quiet. ’
April 697%
April and May 688%
May and June 687
July and August ..672
August and September 658
October and November 629%
December and January 621%
January and February 621%
CHICAGO GRAIN MARKET
Chicago.—Largely on war excitement
hut also because of failure of predicted
rains wheat today rose rapidly. Opened
3-8 to 1-8 above last night, followed by
a material further gain.
Corn jurnped relatively more than
wheat. There were reports of torrential
rains Interfering with the Argentine crop.
Prices started 3-8 to lal 1-8 higher and
continued to ascend.
Tightening of quotations affected oats.
First sales in provisions were unchang
ed to 10 higher but later, transactions
were at an advance all around.
Open. High. Low. Close.
WHEAT—
May. ... 92 93% 92 93%
July. . . . 86% SS% 86% 88
CORN—
Mav. . . . 63% 64% 63? 64%
Julv. . . . 63% 64% ' 63% 64%
OATS—
Mav. . . . 37% 37% 37% 37%
July. . . . 37% 38 37% 37%
PORK—
Mav. . . .1980 2027 1980 2020
July. . . .1980 2027 1800 2022
J.ARO—
Mav. . . .1002 lO'-'O 1002 1020
July. . . .1022 1040 1022 1037
RIBS—
Mav. . . .1080 1102 1080 1100
July. . . .1100 1120 1100 1117
LIVE STOCK MARKET
CHICAGO CATTLE RECEIPTS.
Chicago.—Hogs: Receipts. 22,000; slow;
hulk of sales S4suSr>s; light 825a855; mix
ed 830a860; heavy 510a857 1-2; rough 810
a 820; pigs 700a525.
Cattle; Receipts 16,000; steady; beeves
705a940; Texas steers 710a820; Stockers
and feeders 550a815; cows and heifers
370a850; calves 600a850.
Sheep: Receipts 23,000; slow; native
626a678; yearlings 570a740; lambs, native
62«a815.
NEW YORK STOCK MARKET
New York.—The stock market lost Its
good undertone early in the morning and
during the second hour there was a
general Bhowing of weakness, with many
declines of 1 to 3 points. Although the
Mexican situation was predominant 111
Influencing sentiment, the market gave
no indications of lftieastness and the de
cline did not bring out a heavy voltimo
of selling.
Operations for foreign account were In
strumental in shaping the course of the
market. Large selling orders for Europe
were executed In Canadian Pacific, which
broke 4 points, and In various other
stocks. Coalers were weak features. De
clines In investment shares were regard
ed as indicative of a temporarily strained
Investment nosltion.
Desultory selling kept the market un
der pressure In the afternoon. An
nouncement of further cuts In steel, cop
per and oil prices and the hardening
tendency of time loans operated against
the market.
Ponds irregular.
Closed strong. A late buying move
ment Sineelled earlier losses except In a
few exceptionally weak Issues.
"monf.y’market
New York.—Call money steady, 1 3-ta
2; ruling rate 1 3-4, closing 1 3-4a2.
Time loans stronger; 60 days 3; 90 days
3al-4: six months 3 1-2.
Mercantile paper 3 l-2a4.
Sterling exchange firm; 60 days 485.23;
demand 487.30
Commercial hills 4*4 1-2.
Government bonds weak; railroad bonds
heavy.
Bpring Laxative and Blood Cleanser
Flurh out the accumulated waste
and poisons of the winter months;
cleanse your stomach, liver and kid
neys of all Impurities Take Dr.
King’s New L.lfe Plllg; nothing better
tor purifying ?*’■' blood Mild, non
griping laxative. Cures constipation;
makes yon feel fine Take no other.
,25c. a- your Druggist
Bticklen’s Arnica Salve for All
Hurts.
CATHOLIC KNIGHTS OF
AMERICA CELEBRATED
Banquet Held Last Night in
Honor of 37 th Birthday.
Large Number Were Present.
The 37th anniversary of the Augus
ta Catholic Knights of America was
celebrated last night at the K. of C.
hall with a delightful and well attend
ed banquet. A number of friends of
the Knights were also invited and
were present at the supper.
“The Catholic Knights and the Ad
vantages of Membership Therein" was
the subject of a splendid address de
livered by Mr. H, G. Keeney, of At
lanta, president of the order for the
state of Georgia.
The toastmaster tor the occasion
was Capt. E. J. O'Connor. He sug
gested the formation of a ladies’ aux
iliary, stating that there were many
benefits to be derived by the ladies if
such an auxiliary were formed.
Vocal solos were given by Mr. G.
Worth Andrews and Miss Joe Mae
Scully, accompanied by Miss Alice
Doyle on the piano.
Among the talks made by Augusta
Knights were: “Catholic Knighthood,"
by Rev. Eat her Salter: “The Progress
of the Catholic Knights,” by Rev.
Father Lonergan: "Fraternal Insur
ance,“ by Rev. Father Barthlen: “The
Insurance Feature of the Catholic
Knighls of America,” by Mr. Oscar J.
Dorr.
THE VOLUNTEER
BIEL FOB. ARMY
House Military Affairs Com
mittee Won’t Concur With
Senate Amendments. To Con
ference.
Washington—The house military af
fairs committeemen, including Chair
man Hay, decided today not to concur
in the senate amendments to the vol
unteer army bill but to ask for a con
ference.
Passed Both Houses.
Washington. —The volunteer army
bill fo r organization of state militia
as a part of the government military
establishment, went to conference to
day, having passed both houses of
congress.
It is believed the bill wil! be quickly
agreed to by the conferees and rush
ed to the White House for the presi
dent’s signature. The measure would
provide for the prompt organization
of a volunteer army for service in
Mexico or in any other crisis.
TRIBUTE TO THE
IST ■ KILLED
Seaman George Poinsett
Eulogized in House As Worth
Bagley of Mexican Trouble.
Washington.—Seaman George Poin
sett of Philadelphia, killed at Vera
Cruz yesterday was eulogized in the
house today as “The Worthy Bagley
of the Mexican Trouble.” Depresen
tative Moore of Pennsylvania, remark
ing that Poinsett was the first man
killed, declared that “Whether we
have entered upon this war wisely or
unwisely, we have at least demon
strated our wisdom as a nation In
being prepared for war."
"Be Careful."
Philadelphia.—“lt is hard to lose a
son, but it’s glorious to know he gave
up his life for his country,” was the
father’s comment today when offic
ially notified of the killing of George
Poinsett, a 20-year-old seamon of the
battleship Florida at Vera Cruz yes
terday. A letter written by the
young man’s mother is now In the
mails addressed to him, in which she
cautioned him to “be careful and
don’t get hurt.”
Appeal to War Sec’y
For Protection
Washington.—Secretary Garrison
has received applications from citi
zens of border towns appealing for
protection against possible attacks
from the Mexican side. They have
been referred to General Bliss, in
command of the border patrol.
Refugees on Arms
Bearer German Boat
Vera Cruz.—The number of foreign
refugees on board the Esperauza was
Increased today when several people,
mostly Americans, took adrantage of
the lull in the firing to go on board.
The captain of the German steamer
Yplranga w’hich brought arms and
ammunition here for Huerta today
reported to Hear Admiral Fletcher
his willingness to take on board re
fugees.
Political Announcements
FOR COUNCILMAN, SBCOMD YARD.
AT THE REQUEST OK FRIENDS, I
announce myeelf ss a candidate for
Member of OouneW from the Second
Ward, subject to the White Primary,
and solicit the eupport of the voters
of the Ward.
wed ts WILBER BOSWELL
for councilman7~thTro - WARO.'
FRIENDS OF DR GEORGE T. HORNE
nominate him ne candidate for Mem
ber of Council from the Third Ward,
aubject to the Whit. Prlmory, and be
•pe.ik for him the votee of hie fellow,
citizen, of the Ward.
TO THE VOTERS OF RICHMOND
County: 1 hereby announce my can
didacy for County Comml.eloner aub
ject 10 the rulea and regulallone of
the White Primary
wed frl .un ts HENRY R. PUND.
(COMMUNICATED)
To the Voters and Taxpayers ot Richmond County
For something over four years I have served the people of this coun
ty as a member of the Board of County Commissioners. Sixteen months
of that time I have acted as Chairman, and, in all these years, I have
endeavored to do my part in the conduct of the affairs of the County upon
a business basis and without political or factional bias. I know this:
during my administration as Chairman, the interests of the county have
been subserved and economy has been practised and that, absolutely,
there has been no politics In any action of the Hoard.
The results are shown in the improved physical and financial condi
tion of the county. The public debt has been decreased more than $45,-
000.00 and every department kept up to standard. Continued progress and,
I think I may say, marked improvement have been made on the roads.
A number of reinforced steel concrete bridges are projected for this year,
thus bringing our highways up to the very highest standard.
I will stake my business reputation that, if re-elected and retained as
chairman, in two more years we will get the county entirely out of debt,
give the county a progressive administration and, at the end of tliut time,
reduce taxes from 57 cents to 40 cents a hundred.
I have seen no criticism of our administration of county affairs.
Then why is the opposition to my re-election so fierce and why am I be
ing slngled-out for an entirely unnecessary and wholly unprovoked politi
cal fight,
I am thoroughly familiar with the affairs of the county, know where
economics can he practiced and ought to bo made, and I have a laudable
ambition to carry out policies which I believe will inure to the benefit of
all the people; and when that is done I shall be more than willing tc
retire.
I appeal to the taxpayers and to the thoughtful people of this county
to uphold my hands and let me continue the work in which X am earnest
ly engaged. Respectfully,
Augusta, Ga„ April 20. o. H. NIXON.
U. S. ADMIRAL'S PROCLAMTION AT
VERA CRUZ WARNING TO ALL NOT TO
SHOOT FROM HOUSE TOPS ANY MORE
Washington. Admiral Fletcher’s
proclamation to the mayor, chief of
police and citizens of Vera Cruz read:
"It has become necessary for the
naval forces of the United States of
America, now at Vera Cruz, to land
and assume military control of the
customs wharves of Vera Cruz. Your
co-operation is requested to preserve
order and prevent loss of life.
Won’t Interfere.
“It is not the Intention of the Unit
ed States naval forces to interfere
with the administration of the civil
affairs of Vera Cruz more than is
necessary for the purpose of main
taining a condition of law and order
to enforce such sanitary conditions as
are needed to meet military require
ments.
PRES'T ASKS $500,000 TO
BRING AMERICANS HOME
Washington—President Wilson today sent to congress a message
asking for an immediate appropriation of $500,000 to be used to bring
Americans now in Mexico back to their homes in the United States.
The message was referred to the appropriations committee.
The message follows;
“In view of the exigency created by the existing situation in the Re
public of Mexico I recommend the immediate passage by the congress
of an act appropriating $500,000 or so much thereof as may be neces
sary to be placed at the disposal of the president for the purpose of pro
viding means to bring to their homes in tho United States American
citizens now in Mexico.”
Rousing Rally For Hardwick
Friday Night at Opera House
People from many counties of the
district are expected to be In Augusta
to hear the opening gun In the big sena
torial campaign.
Arrangements are being rapidly
eomleted for the big rally of the
friends of Congressman Hardwick who
wilt gather at the Opera House on Fri
day night at 8:30 p. m., when Hard
wick opens his campaign for the sen
ate. Gov. Slaton and Attorney General
Felder are also actively In this race
which promises to be the big race In
Georgia this year, unless Joe Brown
tackles Hoke Smith. «
NIXON REPORT
TO GRID JURY
Chairman of County Commis
sion Submits Statement.
Understood That Tax Levy
Will Be Same As Last Year.
At a special meeting of the county
commission this morning several im
portant matters were considered. The
chairman read the report which he
will Buhmit to the grand Jury which
is in session.
The report shows that the county
deficit on January 1, 1914, was $21,-
570.07 against $68,234.13 on January 1,
1913, or a reduction of $46,664.06 for
the year and a saving out of the cur
rent revenues of SIO,OOO. The floating
Indebtedness of the county Is In the
neighborhood of SIOO,OOO and the chair
man reports that it will take several
years of rigid economy to liquidate
It and at the same time carry out the
plans of the board for Improvements.
Over $36,000 of the $46,000 reduc
tion of the county deficit was raised
by an additional tax levy and the
county debt, which was about $140,000
on January 1 last year, is being liquid
ated at the rate of about 25 per cent
per year.
It is generally understood that the
tax levy this year will be the same
as last.
The grand Jury completed all of tho
criminal business today with the ex
ception of two or three eases. Tho
J. P. Armstrong ease will doubtless
be presented tomorrow.
It is expected that Foreman Bchwei
gert will appoint his committees with
in the next day or two. f
MR. FISSELL'HERE TO
CONFER OVER P. 0. JOB
Mr. Flsseil, of W. H. Kissel I A Co.,
New York contractors, who have been
given the Job of erecting tho new Au
gusta postoffice and federal court
building, arrived In the elty today to
confer with Superintendent Hlllslnger,
of his company, who Is In charge of
the work here.
The beginning of the excavation
work for the foundation has been held
up for some time on account of dif
ferences. It Is understood,’ between the
government and the contractors In re
gard to the foundation.
No definite announcement as to when
work on the postoffice will begin has
us yet been made.
THE AUGUSTA HERALD. AUGUSTA, GA C
“It is desired that the civil offioials
of Vera Cruz shall continue in the
peaceful pursuits of their occupations.
Under these conditions full protection
will bo given to the city by the
United States naval forces.
Severe Measures.
“It is enjoined upon all inhabitants
and property owners to prevent fir
ing by Individuals from the shelter of
their houses upon United States
forces or upon any one else. Such
firing by irregulars not members of
an organized military force is con
trary to the laws of war; If persisted
in it will call for severe measures.
(Signed) “F. F. FLETCHER,
“Read A(in\iral U. S'. N.”
“Commander detached squadron U. S.
Atlantio Fleet.”
Congressman Hardwick recleved nn
ovation last week when he spoke be
fore “The Cracker Club” in Savannah,
and his friends are- confident that he
will carry Chatham and tho Ist dis
trict.
Augusta will undoubtedly give Hard
wick a big vote and he will he greeted
with a large anil enthusiastic audience
next Monday night at the Opera
Hardwick is one of the most force
ful political campaigners and speakers
In the slate, and he will discuss na
tional as well as state Issues in his
speech.
Deny Rumor Sec’y
Bryan’s Resignation
Washington.—The White House to
day requested the publication of this
statement:
“Secretary Tumulty denied emphati
cally today as wholly unfounded re
ports that any member or tho cabinet
contemplates resigning. He said that
this subject had not been considered
by the president or by any member
of the cublnet and had never bcei% dis
cussed.”
The statement was Issued in con
nection with a report that Secretary
Bryan was about to resign.
Mike—Do yees believe in the recall
of judges, Pat?"
Pat—That I do not. The last time
I was up before his honor ho sez: “1
recall that face. Sixty days. I’m
agin the recall of Judges.—Life.
WE HAVE NEW
STOCKS NOW
MANTELS,
TILES,
GRATES,
Rubber Shingles, Felt,
Sheathing Paper,
Water Proof Paper,
Wall Boards,
LIME, CEMENT,
PLASTER, AND
PAINT
O’CONNOR
SChWEERS
PAINT CO.
Frank J. Story, Pres.
J. B. Schweers,
Vice Pres.
W. S. Neil, Sec.
Makers of Good Paint,
, V** j
Ready to Wear Specials
—AT —■
The Wise Dry Goods Co.
The big Silk Dress Sale continues
with great force, only about 50 of them
left , so you had better not delay.
This is the greatest bargain event
that has happened in Augusta in
many seasons.
$25.00 to $30.00 Dresses, in the very pink of per
fection in all the popular sizes, yours while the lot
last at $ 14*95
$35.00 values at $16.95
$7.50 Voile and Crepe dresses, at $4.98
All pure Linen Crash dresses worth $lO at $7.50
Ratine dresses worth $5.00, at $2.95
$12.50 to $15.00 White Crepe dresses, at SIO.OO
$25.00 Silk Suits at $10.75
$35.00 Silk Suits at $25.00
25% off on all Wool Suits.
Ladies’ $1.25 house dresses, at 95c
$1.98 New Spring Shirt Waists, at $1.19
$1.50 New Spring Shirt Waists, at 98c
$3.50 Beautiful new Crepe Waists, at $2 95
Ladies’ $1.25 White Wash Skirts, at 98c
$5.00 Wool Skirts, at $3.98
Ladies’ SIO.OO Silk Kimonos, at $4.98
Ladies" $1.25 Long Kimonos, at 98c
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