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/} J J J 1/ '*. ’it •••< ;* - / // //jv/ / / </• * u 7 Miller County Liberal WATCH COLQUITT GROW THE LEADING CITY OF SOUTHWEST GEORGIA • PULL FOR COLQUITT OR PULL OUT jVO /4 From The Hospital Mrs. H. E. Jones afßr a stay of nine weeks in Hie Riverside Hospi tal was brought Sunday to her home here by her husband. A recent trouble with her throat necessitated the removal of tier tonsils and caused her to lose much in weight To say that her “home coming” was heralded with joy by the pa tient, her relatives «nd friends, but mildy expresses a fact. The Liberal joins with her many friends in hoping that soon Mrs Janes will he able to leave her rooom and will regain perfect health. . o- < Time is the only wealth whicl cannot be replaced. Good roads eave time and there by produce wealth. Anon. o - 'i'he man to the right of you Should know the man to the left of you. And the man in front of you - Should speak to the man behind yob. There is no m in above yon, - Neither is t here any man below you.—Gargis Highways. 0 DASHING-OFF VERSE He stepped upon the high power g«e. And down the road did. whistle. The coroner called a minister. To read the last epistle, , —LeSneur Center Leader. O— ALL IN A LIFETIME “Stop, look, listen!” The reflective man stopped to read railway warning. “Those three words illustrate the whole scheme of life,” said he. “How?” “You see a pretty girl; you stop; you look; —after you marry her you listen.”—Ex That is the man’s side: Wives say that very little atten tion is paid to them after the wedding. O- —1 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 for cash, the following described property belonging to ths estate of B. F. Rawls, deceased, to-wit: One Hundred and Fifty (150) acres of land 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 all 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, 1926. H. G. Rawls, Adm. Estate of B. F Rawls, Deceased. Back From Va. About two weeks ago after an absence of a mouth, Mrs. S B Wilkin returned to her homediere. She had been calLd by tel g am to the led side of her daughter, Mrs. D B. Bell in Portsmouth Vn. Enroute to Virginia the mother experienced muon anxiety Dur ing her wait in Atlanta Judge A G. Powell took herout to his boni to epend the time with his wifi, formerly Miss Annie Wilkin. Mrs Wilkin found Mrs B H still very ill, but she was s-me better than when her mother was called. Both Mr. and Mrs. Bell won keenly disappointed over the lose of a pretty infant daughter. Afier three weeks the young matron was able to sit up; and il was then that Mrs Wilkin started on her homeward trip. In W ins ton Salem N. C. she stopped a week with her brother, Mr. J.P. Nelson and his wife. There her soul feasted on the natural beaut) of that far famed realm. She saw the Blue Mte, and the splen dor of the scenery during her stay was enhanced by a mantle of snow, Mr Nelson, once a resident ot th hi e i tv. je mem bored. the Li be ra I luring this visit and sent bv hit " sister a subscription fee, which we appreciate. Mrs Wilkin missed seeing a’ Winston-Salem Mrs John Shepard, nee Mias Annie J . Walters, edu anted here. She and her husband were still touring Florida on their wedding trip. The next stop Mrs Wi kin mad. was nt the G S, C. W . in Milledge ville where she was the guest of her daughter, Miss Nelle who is a student there. With the convah sconce of -Mrs Bell Mrs. Wilkin began to enjoy every mibute of her sojourn, and she reached home thrilled with the pleasure experienced in visit ing places of beauty and histori cal interest. Red Front Store The store of Mess. J. S. Wilkin <fc Son will present a red front henceforth, Our readers will note from their “ad” that they are prepared to furnish garden seed in bulk, and that they are handling favorite brands of floor etc. While they desire to buy chickens and eggs. Mr. Edd Bush, has accepted a position in this store. He has been a student herein high school and is well and favorably known. He will be glad tn serve bis friends in hiJ new position; and Mr. W il kin will appreciate the presence jf old and new friends at his well filled grocery store. o Mr. Green Middleton expects to have the little bungalow on Col lege street, whicn has gone up as if by magic, completed next week. It is to be painted black on the ex terior with white trimmings. COLQUITT, GEORGIA, WEDNESDAY, JAN 27 14)26 Liberalities Socials, Locals, and Personals. ■■ Torrents of rain fell Sunday and Sunday night. Mr. and Mrs. -I. C. Roberts were he.rtily welcomed at the home of the editress Saturday. Miss Maude Taylor of Arling ton was a fascinating visitor for the week end, of Miss Allene Wilkin. The pretty host and her guest spent sometime m Bain bridge visitors at the home of Miss Wilkin’s uncle, Mr John Walters, In the extreme illness and sub sequent death of Mrs. J, K. Kim brel her son. Mr. ML R. Kimbrel, was called from the store of Mr W. H. Roberts, which he manages here bank to the old home east of town. During hie absence the business was in charge of Mr. A. W. Alday, of Donalsonville, the father-in-law of the proprietor, Mr Roberts. The stranger made a pleasing impression upon thus, with whom he came in contact. After a delightful stay in Bana na City Fla as guests of Mrs. '-wfh-OoM XI r Annie Lou Cook, Judge nnd Mrs G. W. oo> k returned to their home here Friday, the 2’2ond inst. Mr Cook found his children doing well and he also found his nephew, Mr Lee Roy Kimbrel and his two daughters drawing monthly salar ies aggregating to four hundred dollars. Mr Cook was astonished at the spectacular growth of the last few mouths. He says that •.he climate is almost identically the same ns we enjoy here; but the “climate and the sand” on the Gulf is attracting hundreds to this erstwhile quiet villiage, o Electric Light Plant And Water Works Sold A few days ago the municipal plant and works were sold to Mr; •f. B. Weakley, representing the, Seminole Power Co. of Birming ham Ala. The price agreed upon was forty five thousand dollars. Possession is to be given March, Ist. I be. city will have thirty or forty thousand dollars to be utilized, it is hoped in the most advantageous manner. Officials are anxious for expressions from citizens as td the best method of expending the proceeds. The men now used at the plant will probably still hold with the new operators It is said that electricity will be furnished citizens ala lesser rate; but the rate for water will be in creased. The current under the new management will be on both day and Light. ’ Mr. an I Mrs. Gr.gory and sou b. ho returned a few weeks tigo from Okeechobee Fla have locat'd with her mother, Mrs Susie Hous ton, al the old, home place. Mr. and Mrs. B. A. Grantham St:d their interesting children pf Arlington spent Sunday here gdlst of the family of her brother, Mr -LG. Roberts. Mrs Grantham, formerly Miss Julia Roberts, is a n ‘inlier of the faculty’ of the Rowena School. The many friends of Mr. Aind Yn. W. C. Underwood will 'be g:ad to know that her aunt, Mrs. E F. Butler of Cuthbert, who suffered from a wrenched back when the family were driving along the. State Highway’ near Thompson Town obulch enroute to Gyrene a little more than two weeks ago, is now able to be up] again. Thu gullies were terrible' following the heavy rains, and' a toost despite the most careful! Irivitig some washout would throw j passengers off the seats; and that | . how Mrs Butler was hurt. I MAN OR WOMAN—§SO 00 875 00 weekly showing our sam ples and taking orders for Famous I’Hcard Tailored Shirts and Neck wear dir ct from our factory. Easy work. Experience unnec -seary. Your pay starts at once. Spring line ready. Representa tives in otner counties earning> §50.00 to §7500 a week. Essex Coach furnished Free. Act quick. Write for Free samples. Pacard Manufacturing Co., G 833 Orleans, Chicago, 111, o Cotton The report made public Jan 23 places the numoer of the 1925 crop of cotton ginned in Miller prior to the 10th inst nt 4429 bales. The 1924 crop at the same time amounted to 2100. In the whole state 166 231 more bales were made m 1925, than in the previous yeai. Georgia claims to have giuned from the iast crop 1, 187.748 bales. Most of the in crease was made last year in ’h J southern counties. In 1924 Wal ton county made 10769, while the North Georgia county made in 1925 only 9667. Even Troup Co fell abort 1801 bales and it is a little south of the Central coun ties. o— The manufacturer and Industri al News telle of a plan to reclaim ■ ho chewing gum from chairs and o her furniture in public places thereby giving it a better flavor. Well! Our editorial bands are ip in holy-horror. If we chewed the stuff we would now desist. LISTEN DEAR PEOPLE 255 Acres land at ft<7.oo per acre, on nubile road. < miles from Colxuitt, 200 Acres tend able land, fine * Mist are, well located, o; will trade for Colquitt prgper 'y. Owner must raise money. > .MILLER REALTY CO., Jesse A. Erake Manager. The S. M. Watson Chevrolet Co. A car load of Chevrolets is on display in the show rooms of the two story brick building on Main St. Mr. 8. M. Watson is rhe dealer; and il goes without saying that the Colquitt agency for this popu lar mach.ne will do well. Note the advertisement else where in the Liberal; and call and See the sedans, touring, coupes etc. The presence of gentlemen and ladjes who exp.ct to purchase new cars will be appreciated, and the dealer will gladly demonstrate the many advantages of hie lino of automobiles. o - Two Homes Stricken J In the Beilevieiy community the aflgrl-nFh of Mr J. 11. IT'iiT mid calle J him from labors on Wednesday at 1 o’clock P. M. On Thursday at 5 o’clock A. M. Mrs. J. K. Kimbrel’s spirit passed from its frail tenement. This last death called from the Liberal office a faithful daughter in-law, Mrs Luther Kimbrel, who has spent much time in assisting through weary’ mouths, a devoted; daughter, Mrs.* A. B Chapman, and others to nurse the invalid,! and the Liberal was very much delayed on account of this sad event. More fitting notices of the pass ing of these citizens will appear next week. Q Ghiefs Troubles Settled Chief of Police Hugh Powell gave as little trouble as possible in the cases against him in Baker county. According to the Baker Co. News SIOO in fines was paid, and ihe efficient officer of Colquitt, who pleaded guilty, was put on probation. ■ His friends here believe be wi I give no more such trouble. o ■ ■ ■■ Mr. and Mrs. Lee Roy Kimbrel and daughters were called this week from their home in Panama City Fla to hit old home by the death of bis mother, Mr.-. J. K. Kimbrel. Mr. and Mrs. Charley Kimbrel and Mr Julian Kimbrel were also called from their homes >n Auburndale Fla by tio same sad event. VOL XYIX Not A Question Qf Age Sohoohteacbin;* is one of the largest industries in tlye United* Slates. < w •!U ■ * •tf’J As long as Oar Country spends more moneyfr- on educating tbc young than if does on amusements,', fashions, or vices this govern mt nt cannot fail. / A constantly minimize destr.ic- ' tive influences and absorb the ’ shticks of radicalism and fMtdeu cies to overthrow and destroy 11 is government. School teachers should be re tained in service on a tenure lias ed upon making tuemselves be loved by the children and appre ciated by the parents—Manufac- * Uirer and Industrial News. Little Lessons Words Often Misused: Don’t say "I am trying an experiment. "Say “making an experiment.” “Ex. periment” means a trial. Often Mispronounced: Data. The first “a” is pronounced us in “day” and not as in “at,* so often beard. Demonstrative. Accent the “n.” Manv people misplace the accent on the “m ” Often Misspelled: Spontaneity. Note the “anei.” Synonyms: Behold, discern, ob serve, discriminate, perceive, see, recognize. Ridiculous, ludicrous, comic I, grotesque, whimsical, laughable, fantastic. Word Study: "Use a word three times and it is yours.” Let us in crease our vocabulary by miisier ing one word each day. Emulate: to strive to equal or surpass. “We must emulate the example he has set for us.” Imperative: not to be avoided or evaded. “It was an imperative command and she obeyed.” Disparity: inequality; difference. “The disparity in their ages pre. vented compatibility.” ■ --o WANTED: —Middle aged man. Hustler can mnke SSU to SJOO or more weekly in Miller county, sell ing Whitmer's guaranteed line of home necessities—toilet articles, soaps, spices, etc., to bis neighbors. T am or car needed, but goods are furnished on credit. Cheny of Ala. mode §122.50 in five days. He had uo experience when start ing. We teach you salesmanship. ■ Write for full particu'ars today. H. C. Whitmer Co., Columbus, Ind.