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Z\\z Sguc \ya §tvgus. LOCAL DEPARTMENT. FRIDAY MOIIMNU, OCTOBM Ist. 1876. tHRKZB** .*k L VV- JUJ -IHIAi * i "®KX —Less whisky is drank in Buena Vista than in any town wo wcro ever in. Ret. A. J. Harvoy has spent the latter part of this wock away from town. —Local matter is scarce this week and the town is quiet as usual. Som° business is going on. —Cotton was soiling in Columbus yesterday at 11J <j 11 3- 4. Trade dull. Very little cotton offered for Bale. Mr. J. S. McCorkle has moved bis law office from his c.ld stand up stairs, to rooms immediately under neath. —Mr. G. W. C. Munro has erected a water power gin at his mills, and will bo pleased to receive the patron age of the citizens of the county. —Rev. 13. 13. Hinton is now at At lanta attending the session of the Supremo Court, in his professional capacity. He will probably remain away a week longer. —Col. E. M. Butt, Mr. T. W. Har vey, Mr. R. M. Williams and others Rave to-morrow for the Columbus Dist:ict Camp Meeting, to commence at the new camp ground, near Gene va, this evening. Mr. McCorkle, one of our energet ic young lawyers, visited Columbus this week, and, besides having a pleasant time, made many now ac quaintances. —Trade in Marriage Licenses is quite dull now. The Ordinary will dispose of his entire stock soon to a neighboring county if buyers do not call early. Now is the time to get them at cost. —We were pleased to meet in our sanctum to-day Mr. R. R. Hopkins, of Columbus, agent for . the Singer Sewing Machine Company, who is on a brief visit to our city, on business connected with his popular machine. —We expect to open on our fourth page, next week, a department de voted entirely to the interest and entertainment of the young people. So, boys and girls, you must look out for the Argus next week. —The progressive man who don’t take a newspaper is like the intelli gent school-boy who gave as his reason for not being at school earlier, that for every step forward he took two backward. —As soon as the printing office reached town, the chess club ad journed sine die, all the members desiring to secure Willie’s position of printer’s devil. Several of our prom inent lawyers, physicians and minis ters have made rapid progress in learning (he technical language o f the composing room. The rumor that a certain official made for the woods on hearing that the devil kept a shooting stick for him, is a mis take. —We arc sorry to learn of the sud den death of Mr. McDowell, the fa ther of Mr. J. J. McDowell, of this county. On Wednesday night Mr. McDowell ate supper as heartily as usual, and after supper took his seat by the fire. Suddenly he threw up his arms and fell backward. His son rushed to him and lifted him up and he died in his son’s arms. Ho was residing at Thorntonvillc at the time of his death, and was quite old. —Rev. G. G. Fleming (col.) pas tor of Mount Zion A. M. E. Church, at Buena Vista, gives us the gratify ing intelligence that his church is in a flourishing condition. During the recent Camp-meeting, and revival (both together lasting two weeks; ho received into his church about seven ty-five members. Twenty-five he took into full connection, and fifty on probation. The TTcsi ing Elder of this colored district, I’ ter, preached frequently during the meeting. Communicat'd* \ STATE FAIR. The State Fair, which will convene in Macon on the 18th inst., will, it is thought, excel anything of the kind ever held in the State if not in the nation. Manufacturers, agricultur ists, scientists and merchants from the Gulf to the lakes on the north— from tho A Liard ic to the Pacific, are expecting to make an exposition at that lair equal in part, at least, to the greatness and character of our noble State. It is a tribute of respect made to Georgia’s gvealDcss by tho great minds of tho country, in bringing tho multiplied products' of honest toll, and submitting them to the criticism of her intelligent people. Europe, too, acknowledges tho worth of our State and people 1o the world, at large, by making entries to tiie roll of competitors for Georgia criticism and Georgia’s patronage. The many objectionable features heretofore attached to the yearly ex hibition have been removed as far as practicable, by making it purely an industrial and scientific display, in which all are invited to take part. The objection often urged to atten ding fairs relative to the expense can be greatly obviated and the ti p made not only econoußcal but pleas urable and comfortable by forming a company to go by wagon route anti camp while there. A half or a dozen men can among them fix up wagons and teams, load ed with food for stock supplies and equipages for men—all contributing for a tent under which they all can sleep, eat and laugh. Who will move in that direction to show Mari on county’s interest in the Fair ? Sept. 30th, 1375. Marion. Hem, E, B. Hinton. The Sumter Republican of 29th ult., after speaking of meeting this gentleman in tiiat office, says: “We were pleased to learn from him that he contemplates removing to Americas immediately after the Marion Superi or Court. , S*- We have been hearing for some time that Mr. Hinton contemplated removing to Americus, but had been led to hope that all such ideas had been abandoned. It appears, how ever, that these have been revived, and the probabilities of losing a citi zen of such intelligence—a lawyer of such ability, both in logic and rheto ric—a minister of enlarged Script ural views—a citizen whose place is hard to fill—is about to culminate in a re ality. If such be true, we are proud to feel that what may be Buena Vis ta’s loss in that particular will be Americus’ gain, and in his departure will carry with him the wishes of our citizens for his future happiness. Temperance Lecture.— On Thurs day evening, 30th inst., last night, Rev. M. J. Cofer, State Lecturer for the United Friends of Temperance called the friends of the temperance movement and tho members of the order, together at the Methodist Church, and delivered a short and appropriate lecture on the importance ot earnest perseverance in the cause of temperance. Mr. Cofer meets the Council in se cret session to-night and is desirous of initiating as many as desire to join. He will probably leave us to morrow. We hope that his duties wili permit him to visit our town fre quently. W r eek before last fine rains fell in Marion, Schley and Sumter coun ties, commencing Thursday and con tinuing with intermissions until Sat urday. Potatoes, late peas sugar cane turnips were needing them greatly. Ou Sunday tho weather turned quite cool and remained so until about Wednesday. The Grand Lodge of Odd Fel lows of the United States convened in Cinnatti, Ohio, on tho 20th ult. The order seems to be thriving in most all important points. TO TIIE PATRONS OF THE*SvLBA NY CENTRAL CITY. Tho proprietor of, tho £bove journal having decided not to re vive its publication, the sifbscrip tion and advertising books have been transfered to us; wo agreeing to fill out all unexpired contracts for advertising, and to supply sub scribers to the Central City with the Buena Vista Argus in its stead until the expiration of the time for which they had paid. any one to whom the Central City is indebted for advance payments, for either ad vertisements or subscriptions, be overlooked, he will oblige us by notifying ns of the same, so a3 to enable us to rectify the mistake. Lubricating Oil Wanted. Now that wo are under headway, wo begin I o feel the need of money. In inaugurating our enterprise we incurred obligations which must be met, and we trust that our friends who have so readily placed their names upon our subscription books, will now come forward unsolicited, and pay U3 the small amounts of theis subscriptions. Money is the “one thing needful,’’ in runuing an inter esting newspaper. We have got the machinery and it is in motion —cow we want the lubricating oil—money —to make it run smoothly and with out stoppage. Our terms of subscrip tion are cash in advance. Come forward friends and deposit with us the rag money you have about you. Entler Association. This association is now in session, and trom the number of persons pas sing through here ou their way to ic, we suppose our Butler friends will have the pleasure of entertaining quite a number of visitors. The hospitable inhabitants of this railroad (own have had several seas ons of religious rejoicings this year. The ministerial talent now in Butler will, we suppose, extend to the Lown : a fcast ot intellectual things, which, Messed by the influcnces-of the Spirit, will richly compensate the people for the care and interest taken. —T,he appearance of Mr. Hollis Belk in our tcvwn this, week with a wagon load of apples, for sale, re minds us of.thc advantages and lux uries a little care will secure. Why doesn’t every farmer adopt the same plan. Every apple, or peach not sold or eaten will rot. If properly gath ered and transported can be sold for some price. That will be a little saved from destruction and applied to usefulness. Instead of allowing them to lie and bake in the sun gather all of these edibles and carefully pre serve them for those who have them not. They will give something for them, and you, in turn, will bless others while your own wealth will be enhanced. —We notice the Council authori ties have been looking after the streets this week. It appears to be the wish for every thing done to have a permanent effect. It requires good engineering to have tiie washes in the street hero permanently repaired. We see some of them which have been gradually increasing for years, have been much improved by the course adopted by. the Mayor. It is to be hoped that Lc will not only continue, but increase his interest in the public welfare of the town. He would do much more, if his ideas of economy did not influence him “to make hasto slowly,” by contenting himself at present with assisting na ture to reclaim her own waste. ■—Friend, are you a citizen of this county ? If you are, you should take this paper, for in so doing you will be helping along an enterprise, tho pro prietor of which will leave no stone unturned to further the interests of Marion county, and in furthering its interests, of course, will further yours. Atlanta, September 23.- The 1 monthly report of the condition of Lite crops in Georgia by thu State Do parlmeutof Agriculture for tho month ending on the 15th ult., gives the following general average of yield for the crops named compared with tiie yield of last year: Corn 85, cotton 73, sugar enue 70, sorghum 105, sweet, potatoes 75, field peas 81, ground pons, 75. The area of turn ips sowed, as compared with lust fall is 102. The finance question is agitating popular opinion in the North and West and tiro Ohio, Pennsylvania and California Democracy are win ning heavily on the side of Legal Tender, while tho Radicals are staggering under the heavy onus of resumption and contraction. The Georgia Democracy have plenty of time to debate the ques tion, before they are called upon to give their opinion at the ballot box. and there is no necessity for heat ed discussion upon it at. present. The United States Senate in De cember will consist of forty-three Republicans, twenty-nine Demo crats, and two Independents. We advertise in the Argus to-day LeYert Female College, so we, known and so liberally patronized by our people in time past. The College is situated in Talbotton, one of the most charming and healthy towns in the State of Georgia. New energy being infused into the institution by Rev. William Talk, A. M., the earned and gentlemanly President who has only had charge of it for a hort time, The college ha3 opened this term under favorable circum stances, and we wish it an abundant success. Two hundred houses are said to have been destroyed and thirty lives lost in Galveston during the severe storm there. Notice to Doctors and Creditors. STATE OF GEORGIA—Marion County— . Notice is hereby given to all persons having demand'; against Amanda M. Dud. late of said icounty deceased to present them to me pro perly made out mit’da the time prescribed by law. so as to show their ch v .’cter and amount". And a 1 ! persons indebted to said de ceased are aereoy required to mete immedi ate payment, This September 27th, 1875. E. M. BUTT, Octl-Cw Adm’rof A. M.Euth LoVart Female College, talbotton, ga. Twontiei.li Annual Session begins on tho 14th inst. A combination of advantages gives this Institution especial claims to pub lic favor. Location proverbblgfor health; bnild ; ngs commodious; furniture, apparatus, etc., well selected; community iTsi’nguished for culture end high moral toue teachers earnest and faithful; expenses moderate; AoademicDcp'tment,pei' term,2o w’ks, $21.00 Collegiate “ “ “ “ 26.00 Music “ “ “ “ 26.00 Use of instrument, “ “ “ 3.75 Drawing, Painting, Ac “ “ “ 20.00 Board from $12.50 to 15.00 per month of four weeks. For luither in 'ormaiion, address the President. Oct)-sit Rev. WILLIAM PARK, A. M. W. P. BUIT, AMERICUS, ----- GA. THANKFUL for past favors I respect fully solicit a continuance of the patronage of the good people of Ma rion . Prices reasonable, and extra in ducemcnts offered thnso at a distance to visit my office. Rooms on Lamar St, two doors from E C Black’s Shoe Store. September Bth, 18,5—1876 FEMALE COLLISE /ftUlt Scholastic year in divided into three terms? uj beginning September 20th, January 3rd, April Ist, and closing Commencement Day, tho last Wednesd2y in Juno. CHARGES PER TERM. Board and Tuition $59.00 J/usio and uso of Piano 19.00 Payments in advance or monthly. A. 11. FLEWELLEN, President. BEouse, Smithvi lie, Georgia. JS@“Meals on the arrival of all trains Fare as good as the season affords. Price, 50 cents a meal. E. M. BUTT, ATTORNEY .A.T LAW. JBUEXA VISTA, GA. jbALES AND jSkIALL j" 3 AOFFITs! at- MICHAEL & STEVENS! WUO UAVK NOW ON HAND AND TO ARRIVE—— A LAME m COMPLETE STOCK —OF— STAPUS DHY-G fill!? €&<K&i£S BOOTS oAuItTI D SHOES, HARDWARE AND CUTLERY, Timuavc and ©unckeuy:. Having bought our Stock at bottom prices, we cannot bo under sold—a cordial invitation is hereby extended to all to come and prico our go<ds before making purchases, as we feel assured that we can please both in regard to quality and price. Respectfully, IcMICMAEL & STEVENS. Buena Yista, Ga., Sept. 24, 1875.-ct. S'Sllal* ©SI SMB, rr-x-r..-iw;. -rr-xi"—* n'xema Y/ith as nice and carefully bought Stock of Furniture, China, Croekory and Glass Ware, as can be found in any First Class Furnishing House in Georgia COMPRISING Parlor Sets, Easy Chairs, Lounges, etc., Dressing Case Suits. Common Bod Room FumitureSuits at Prices from SSO and upwards, Dining Chairs and Tablos Safes, Ac., Office Desks and Chairs, Counter and Desk stools, Chairs, Cane seat, Wood seat and cottage, Wash stands,Tables,Bureaus, Bedsteads in great variety of Style and Prices, Lounges, Matt rasa ea, Spring Beds, Foath-rs, &c., Baskets best assortment in the city, Brushes— Mair, Clothes, Dusting, Shoe,Shaving, Ac. Brooms.— Flour, Hearth and Wlnsk. UPHOLSTERS GOODS— Hair cloth. Reps. Gimp. Buttons, Tacks, BABY CARRIAGES Picture Frames, Picture Frame Moulding, Frames made anysise desired Picture Cord, Nails, Tassels, etc. Looking Glasses, Looking Glass Plate various sizes, Window Shades, Window Shade Hollands and Goods in piece, various Colors, and widths cut to suit any size windows. CHINA CROCKERY & GLASSWARE China Dinner and Tea Sets, China by piece or dozen, Decorated or Plain lamps, L\nterns Chandeliers, Wick*, Chimneys , Kerosene Oil, and Lamp Qnodi, ye? crally at BQT TOMP rices d<fyiny competition, Fancy Goods and Holiday Goods specially. Cutlery —Tabic and Pocket, fine assortment, t imported and American, bought direct from manufacturers and sol l at short profits Spoons, Forks , Casters, &c* BUJuAIj cases & CASKETS, METALLIC & WOOD. Ali sizes anil pricos, from Six to Two Hundred Dollars. Full line Cheap Wood Coffins. Burial Robes for Ladies, Gentlemen and Children, Very Pretty. Undertaker’s Hardware, Ac., Ac. Next door to Waxelbaum & Gyles, Cotton avenue. S. MTIiOMIT ©©MS, sept24-3m Americus, Ga. fICtAWJS Mt HH® & If dills .A AND COMffIISSTOI ISEEOMITS, NOW OCCUPY THE Mew Fire Proof House, (IN FRONT OF J. W. JORDAN’S STABLES,) EOTTON AVENUE, : : : : AMERIGUg, BA, Thanking tho public for their patronage in the past, we ask a continuance of the same as we expect to do strictly a Storage and Commission business, we feel sat isfied that in our sales or purchases we will give entire satisfaction to our patrons. We arc determined, by close application to business,to merit the full confidence of the public Before purchasing farm Guano, etc, give us a call and ascertain what are willing to do for you Americus, Ga., Sept 24, 1875.-t’f ?