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Miller County Liberal no 13 The Manless Weeding The play given at the court house Friday evening under the auspices of the P. T. A., was large ly attended and the players suc ceeded in amusing their audience, judging by the peals of laughter. Duties in all of their stern array kept the editress from witnessing the performance; but the follow ing references will indicate some of the fun producing characters. Mrs. Hurry Stein represented the winsome, dainty, blushing bride. Mrs. W. R- Dancer, (for tneriy Miss Grace Bush) in man s apparent acted as the strong, hand some, protecting Mis E. J. Hunter in man’s clothes was the father; and Mrs. M. G. filem ents in man’s attire, as the preach er, ‘‘brought down the house. Mesdames J. M Fudge and R. W. Austin acted as little girls, and some of the little girls pres ent said “surely were cute.” Some said Airs. J. G. Roberts was tine as a man.” They say: “Mrs Calhoun in man’s clothes looked exactly like Jeter” her son. Mesdamee C Danger mid T. F. Bchannod in men’s clothing were met with “screams” when they appeared on the stage. The above facts were “caught on the fly,” Copy was needed so we could not wait to see any of the characters. The neat sum of tifty two dollars was raised. It is to be used in building a science hall on the campus. o ' In more ways than one we doll our best “editorial bat” to Mr. and Mrs. E. M. Sheffield for manifes tations of kindness extended last week end to the only two mem bers of the Liberal household now left at home, the editress and her daughter, Miss Willie Toole; and the latter is away teaching from Monday till Friday as first assist ant in the Rowena High Schoo) department. ■ ' - - —o —— Administrator’s Sale Under and by virtue of an order passed by the Court of Ordinary in and for said county at th? regular January term thereof, there will be sold before the Courthouse door of said County during the legal hours for sale on the First Tuesday in February, 1926, to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following described property belonging to the estate of B. F. Rawls, deceased, to-wit: One Hundred and Fifty (150) acres cf lan 1 off the North “ide of lot of land number One Hundred and Eighty-eight (188) in the 13th land district of Miller County, Georgia, being ail of said lot except One Hhundred acres off the South side of said lot. Said sale being made for the purpose of paying the indebtness of said estate. This the 4th day of January, 1026. H. G. Rawls, Adm. Estate of B. F Rawls, Deceased. WATCH COLQUITT GROW THE LEADING CITY OF SOUTHWEST GEORGIA The New Store Advertises The new store opened here by Mr. W. H. Roberts of Doualson ville with Mr Vt. R. Kimbrel as manager is carrying an advertise ment elsewhere in the Liberal. The store is handling salt, sei d peanuts and Irish potatoes m car load lots. Mr Kimbrel is being largely patronized by bis former friends and relatives in tiiis county since bis return to this section; and he appreciates their presence at his business. He is determin ed to give excellent values at rea sonable prices. . o— • Visitors Here • Friday Mrs. Tom Crozier, a me rn bor of the Wea Bainbridge faculty, reached tiie home of her aunt, Mrs. Zula B. Toole. Saturday she was joined by her husband, Mr Tom Crozier, of Cuthbert. He was accompanied by Miss Elizbeth Crozier, hie sister, who holds a position, in Cuthbert as n teacher in the City School, She was the guest of Mies Chloe Grimes for the week-end. Mr. Durward PbnkrAoo, of t 'wth bert, also accompanied Mr. Crozier, stopping over at the Harrell Hotel. The trio returned to their homes Sunday, after Mr. Crozier carried his wife back to her boarding place in West Bainbridge. o Sickness Mr. J. H.EairSr. is still ser iously ill at hie home in the Belle view vicinity. His daughter, Mrs W.G. Stokes is spending much time at his bedside. Cue of her daughters, Mrs. Cleveland Cobh, has been unable to walk for five weeks on account of a wound d foot, caused by walking against a pitchfork; and Mrs. Stokes, finds sometime to spend with her. Mr Hair’s only brother, Mr Pete Hair, died Saturday out on the farm of Mrs Rosa Jor.es. Throughout the eastern por tion of the county are many who join the Liberal in hoping that the patients will soon be well again. WAN 1 ED;—Middle aged man. Hustler can mnke SSO to SIUO or more weekly in Miller county, sell ing Whitmer’s guaranteed line ot home necessities—toilet articles, soaps, spices, etc., to his neighbors Team or car needed, but goods are furnished on credit. Cherty of Ala. mode $122.50 in five days He had no experience when start ing. We teach yon salesmanship. Write for full particulars today. H.C. Whitmer Co., Colon:bus, lod. Q 666 la a prescription for Colds, Grippe, Flu, Malaria, Dengue and Bilious Fever, it kills the germs. PULL FOR COLQUITT OR PULL OUT i'OLQVITT, GEORGIA., WEDNESDAY, Jan. 20 1026 Liberalities Socials, Locals, and Personals. Another heavy rain drenched the earth Sunday night. Mr. M. D. Calhoun, of Cordele, accompanied by his two sous, Messrs Dorsey and Me D. Calhoun, spent the week-end here, gues‘B at the home of Isis brother, Mr. L. E. Calhoun. Mr Alford C. Milieu's friends have been missing him for nearly a fortnight. He has been enjoy ing a stay at his parental home in Flovilla. Misses Melle and Beatrice Moody and their brother, Mr. John Moody, have been among theclerks used for the last two Saturdays at the well filled store of Mr. B. H. Fudge. The latter has remained regularly since the sale was put on. Mr. and Mrs J. M, Fudge left Sunday to take little Maryhn back to Dr. Michael Hok*> iu Atlanta They’re hoping to be detained only a few days iu the metropolis. Soon after they return here, Mrs, Fudge, accompanied by ihpir eon* faster iiie, to take the'”''flWe| patient, who is now able to walk again, down to Winter Haven, Fla , to bask in the sunlight of the Peninsula State. At the close of last year Mr. J. 1). Cowart moved his family back to Morgan, leaving hie father, Mr A. J. Cowart, and hts sister, Miss Ethel Cowart, as the only occu pants of the old homestead. A quietness reigns now, where once resounded the merry shouts from groups of happy youngsters There are many horr.es in and around Colquitt, once crowded with occupants, now used by only one or two dwellers. Colquitt loses an enthusiastic citizen Alenday. Air. 0. J. Wil liams who has been bolding a position at the Electric Light Plant here expects to take charge on that day of hie new place in the Elberta Crate Factory in West Bainbridge. His interesting fami ly is to remain here for a while. Both Mr, and Mrs. Williams art loath to leave Colquitt; but the advantages of a salary almost doubled redrawing them to their new location. They are excellent neighbors, and their friends here give them up reluctantly, while wishing for them success in .heir new home. Her many friends regret t< know that Mrs. J. K. Kimbrel continues to be very ill at the home of her busband eastof town Mr Kimbrel, who was seventy-five years of age the 12th inst., stays fairly well; but is sorely distress ed over the long and tedious ill ness of his wife. Mrs Kimbrel has been tenderly nursed by het children and their companions, es pecially by Mrs. A. B. Chapman whose devotion to her mother is the talk of the community. Col, N. L. Stapleton spent Mon day attending to business in Newton, Ou Pine street, just wist of the honui of Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Powell, two couples, Air. and Mrs. V. L Lane and Mr. and Mrs. W. R Kimbrel, have taken up their abode. L’he‘cottage furnishes two apart ments, each containing three rooms Mr. L. E. Calhoun spent Friday attending to business iu Albany, where he lived prior to locating, some twenty years ago, in this city. The rapid growth of the city, its progressive activities and its fu ture plans are observed by all who stop iu Albany. His friends have been missing Mr. Oliver Dixon. His foster pa rents, Mr and Mrs. E. Al. Sheffield, are sending him to business col lege in Macon. He is taking a course in banking. Fafj- wifc> kind to Mri DUou in providing,Jor him Otf;' 'OMi Mr. and. Mrs. Shuf nWE, ‘tHrtre tewwl ». son. The many friends of Mrs Min nie Shaw regret that site has been suffering for the last week at the bojite of her daughter, Mrs, F, E. Fudge, with slight aitacKs of in disposition. Until then her health had improved ever since she was brought here so ill from Atlanta about three months ago. Her re cent illness has pot proven severe, and we hope that she will soon be folly restored to the joy of excel lent health. Mrs. H. E. Jones, who has been in the Riverside Hospital in Bain bridge for nearly three months, was much improved, and was ex pect.d to be allowed to return to Iler home here a few days ago; but a change in her condition ne cessitated a longer stay al the in stitution. Laid week her tonsils were removed, and it’s now thought that her uex improvement will be more permanent. The young ma tron has many friends who will rejoice with her relatives when she returns home restored to health, Mr. and Mrs. Win. Roy Jones, their little daughter and his mothei Mrs. Attie L. Jones, with her little grand daughter, were here at tin home of the editress Saturday night. Sunday the editress and hei youngest daughter, Miss Wjliie I’oole, spent at Pine Hill, being guests of the couple, who bad also as visitors for dinner, Mr. and Mrs Kitchens and two eons, of Bain bridge, Air. and Mrs. Tom Crozier, Miss Irma Florence, of Bainbridge, and Air. Durward Pinkston, ol Cuthbert. —The day was greatly enjoyed except for the illness ol Mas. W. R. Jones, who was forced to take her bed during the day. Statement of Citizen’s Bank Os Colquitt, Georgia. Showing Condition at the Close of business Dec. 81, 1925 as Called for by the Superintendent of Banks. 1 resident, W. J. Bush, Vice-President, J. S. Bush. Cashier, J. M. Miller. RESOURCES LIABILITIES 1 ime loans and discounts 46,557.55 Capital stock paid in 25,000.00 Demand loans 5,017.19 Surplus 1,500.00 Loans secured by real estate Undivided profits 2,086.45 Furniture and fixtures 1,800.00 Due unpaid dividends 1,280.00 Cash in vault and amounts Deposits subject to check 156,763.36 deposited with approved x . reserved agents 149 4-x) 22 ! ’ n<l cert,faeate oi d,> P oSlt 21E - 4 0 Clearing house ’444'76 68 de, ’° SitS 15 ’ 759 ’ t ' 4 Advances on cotton . 663.‘76 Checks for clearing house Certified checks 47.94 ymg nouse BIL L S PAYABLE NONE ver la ts (it any) none Notes and bills rediscounted Total 203,912.47 Total 203,912.47 State of Georgia, Miller County: Before me came J. M. Miller, cashier of Citizen’s Bank, who being duly sworn, says that the above foregoing statement is a true, condition of said bank, as shown by the books of file in said bank. J. M. MILLER. Sworn to and subscribed before me, this the 8 day of Jun. 1926. V. L. Lune, Deputy C. S. C. LISTEN DEAR PEOPLE 285 Acres land at $5.00 per acre, on * public road, 1 miles from Colxuitt. 200 Acres tendable land, fine past are, well locat ed, o* will tirade for Optquitt proper ly. (tivner must raise J MLLf lull COUNTY RFAL'fY '(JO., Jesse A> Urake Manager. Our Chief Os Police In Trouble The following paragraph was published in the last issue of the Baker County News: "Chief of police Hugh Powell, of Colquitt, will go on trial at this term of court on several charges which he committed here several weeks ago, when be gave Sheriff Griffin considerable trouble while under the influence es whiskey. It is stated that lie piloted his pistol at the sheriff and the dep uty, and gave the officers consid erable throbte when put under arrest." The defendant is a member of one of the pioneer families of this section. Through his own, and. the marriages of bis brothers and eisDrs, he is also prominently connected. Ordinarily he renders to the town efficient service as Chief of Police, and scores regret that he became idvoived in this trouble in our sister county. o At Home Again Mr. J. S. Wilkin, who »’as so ill for several weeks in the Riverside Hospital in Bainbridge, is at home again. He returned Friday. Have you seen him? You will see a happy mau. We venture to say that be now thinks that Col quitt is one of the best (if not the best,) places in ihe whole round world. His friends are delighted to see him “at home” again. It looks natural for him to seen at bis lit tle store on the corner with which be has been ideuttied for years. VOL xvzx New Bungalow Air, Green Middleton has lad the sand, brick and other material placed on the vacant lot on College street next to the filling station; and already workmen have bteti busy laying tne foundation lor a new bungalow, which will be oc cupied as soon as complete by Mr. and Airs. Middleton and their two daughters. The cozy dwell will be built of lumber and will face the South. It will have the destinctiou of lie ing tne first residence to be con stinoted in Colquitt in the New Year; 1926. The family moved to this city some time ago, locating in a ren ted home on North Cuthbert street. Air Aiiddleton has been anxious to build for several months. 0 Back To Colquitt Air. and Air.;. J. B. Gregory arid their little one are moving back here from Okeechobee Fla. Another instance proving con clusively that a move from Col quitt is nearly always followed by a desire to return. Their relatives and friends are extending to Mr and Airs Gregory the heart.est of welcomes. —♦ -o WANTED:—Y T oung men and women, who do not expect the future to come to them w.ilbotHf some aggressiveness on their part, to study at home for the positions which we have open. Free em ploymeut service and money back guarantee. Write for the “BOOK OF OPPORTUNITY.'’ Thom asville Business Institute, Thom asville, Ga.