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THE SOUTHERN WORLD,JMAY 1, 1885* I 201 MEN OF THE HOUR. Dr. joHinli ilracincld. BY W. O. W1IIDUY. "The rank li bat 'he guinea stamp, The maa'a the gold for all that." —Bean. In the history of the human race one striking and significant fact is to be observed running through its pages The noblest examples of human charac ter, the greatest of benefactors, the most successful business men, are in variably those who have acquired honor and wealth by their own energy and talents. If a panoramic sketch of the lives of such men could be brought out fully before the minds of the youth of our country, showing the possibilities of a life marked by energy and purpose, it might encourage and stimulate the faint-hearted and despondent to a more determined effort to live useful lives. Perhaps no better selection could be made for such a purpose than that of Dr. Josiah Bradfield, the subject of our sketch. We shall endeavor to present some of the strong traits of his charac ter to the best of our ability for the benefit of the young men of America, and of the South particularly. His por trait on this page will be recognized by druggists all over this broad land, as he is one of the best known and most pop ular druggists in the South. But it is not of this that we desire to speak, but to point out the elements of moral beau ty and strength developed in him. Dr. JoBiah Bradfield was bom near Mur freesboro, Tenn. His father wub a hat ter by trade and made good hats. Young Bradfield in his early years, like Bums, followed the plow, doing what he undertook well. Right here he laid the foundation of his future success, in doing whatever he did faithfully and thoroughly. In consequence of the humble circumstances of his parents, his opportunities were limited, espec ially his early education. Bat he made the most of the opportunities he did have. His energy was untiring, his will power strong, and his disposition to put conscience in his efforts. Hence, his stern resolve in early years to make life a success despite of all drawbacks. When but twenty yeaTB of age he came to Georgia with his father on a visit, and was so pleased with the coun try that he determined to remain here and work out his own destiny. With a capital of only one dollar (given him by his father) he left La Grange for West Point, Ga., (walking throught the sleet and storm to save his dollar) where he started his career by becoming a clerk in a drug store at a salary of $100 per annum. The position was a trying one lor he was away from home and its as sociations, from loving parents and brothers and sisters, He made a manly effort to subdue all repinings, and with a brave and hopeful spirit devoted himBelf to the thorough discharge of his duties, and during leisure moments to study. Dr. Bradfield’s close attention to business and studious habits won the confidence of the community and drew around him a host of friends. In 1855 he became the proprietor of the drug store at West Ppint, which ioon devel oped into the leading drag store of that section. Daring his tutelage in the drug business, he saw the necessity of a remedy to alleviate the Bufferings to which the Female Sex are subject, and his active mind began to formulate a medicine that would bring about the desired result. It was a matter of phi lanthropy and mercy, and one in which the medical world felt the deepest in terest. The health of Mothers, Wives, Sisters and Daughters is of paramount importance, and the remedy which en sures this, commends itself to all hearts. Dr. Bradfield gave.to humanity, as the reonlt of years spent by him in close study and patient experimentation, his Female Regulator. It did not take long OHELA.F JU| NGINES, BOILERC HEW AND SECOND HANG 1# III awe it MACHINERY at towrama. Write for prices and terms. Jffll DR. JOSIAH BRADFIELD. greatest benefactors. His special mis sion seems to have been tp bring joy to despondent households and cause the cheeks of women again to glow with beauty and health. Dr. Bradfield has educated several brothers and Bisters, and gave one of his brothers (who is one of the most efficient and successful physicians in the South) a professional education. He has also helped many poor young men to start in life and business; some are living in honor and success through his timely aid and advice. He is in every respect a self-made man. In every emergency he has been equal to the occasion. Al though restricted in his early education he is to-day gifted in conversation and able in business. His life illustrates the sentiment em braced in the following quotation from the lines addresed to a young friend by the poet-plowboy, the immortal Burns: "To catch dame Fortnne’a golden amllea, Aulduoai wait upon her; And gather richei by every wile That’s Juitlfled by honor; Not (or to hide it in a hedge, Not for a train-attendant; But (or the glorious privilege 0( being lNDIFENDZHT.” Dr. Bradfield's presence is command ing and bis manner genial. His per sonal magnetism makeB a friend of every man he meets. His joyous face impress* he well deserves the good name accorded him. To our young men we would say, study closely the life and career of Dr, Josiah Bradfield and imitate him by thorough work in whatever position you may be placed, close study and atten tion, and moreover, with the polar star of fixedness of purpose to lead useful lives ever before you. The Scientific American, of New York, dated April 25th, contains an illustra tion of the casting, by the Henry-Bon- nard Bronze Company, of the statue of the late Col. Wm. M. Wadley, of Geor gia. This is the second statue of he roic size, cast, in what is called one piece, in this country, and great inter est attaches to the success of the enter prise. The statue is to be erected in Macon, Ga., by theemplyeesof the rail roads of which Colonel Wadley was the presiding officer. Pcmberton'B Coca Wine. This wonderful invigorator and health restorer conduces to mental calmness and activity, freedom from all nervous troubleB.dissipates the blues, leaving the mind calm and contented; destroys the craving for alcohol, invigorates the ex hausted sexual organs, restores all the nerve force, vim and vigor of youth. Coca Wine is a most remarkable tonic, and is endorsed by thousatds of the medical savans of the world. For sale by druggists, Is the marvel and perfectson of all known tonics. Under the influence of Pemberton’s Coca Wine new strength is gradually introduqpd into the system, like water into a sponge. This Coca Wine is a most wonderful restorer of the vital forces, and will prolong life. It is delightful to the taste, and all who have tested it proclaim the wonderful virtues of Cocoa Wine. Send for pamphlet on the marvelous properties of the Coca Plant and Pemberton’s Coca Wine, mailed free. For sale bv druggists. PEICKINS BROS., aa A ll W. AlalmnmSl . Atlimtn, Gia. C | utThis Outs ;TS.a>ou’UgMbyi AOOIOEH SOI OF GOODS Hentlon Southern World. A 0 F W TQ coln morlc y enllcctin* Family Picture to on* AUi.il I O large toll ttyie. Picture* Kuofonteed, Special inducement*. Burtlui COPTINO CO., Cuol Street, N.Y. Ifratlnn Southern World. r*nrr A copy oi "Wbat W* Eat ft r- K r* f“ How to Cook It,” lent free | I ll_L_ton)l wbonddrouSohnmnn’tPhax- mairy. Atlnntn. On. 8SIC I Loet , ft Weaken, mount — Maukood * and Dwa Afirortl* praicrlptlon of n noted ereclaim (nowIt ttltd.) Dratxtiia cna 111 Ik AddrnW DR* WARD * O0*.MinsU3U.«| for its fame to spread, and the demand Increasing, he was compelled to remove to Atlanta where, for a long time, his was the leading wholesale drag honse in the city. The demand for the Female Regulator increased at snch a rapid rate that he was forced to relinquish the drag business and devote his time and attention exclusively to the manufacture of this great remedy. It is now known and used in every civilized country on the globe, dispensing the blessing of health to suffering womanhood. Thou sands upon thousands have been re stored to the vigor of health, eyes made to sparkle with anew and more ani mated expression, and the pallid cheeks to assume th6 rosy hues of the sunrise. It is doubtful if any proprie tary medicine ever achieved snch sig nal success. Dr. Bradfield has been elected Presi dent of the well-known Bradfield Regu lator Company. So the humble, patient, faithful, thor ough-working plowboy and attentive clerk bas developed into one of earth’s ea those he meets with the fact that his daily life is free from care. All who consult him on business or other matters find him a cheerful and excellent ad viser. One who has known him for twenty years has fitly said, that his presence is a sunbeam no matter how dark the clonds and the future may look. Education, Christianity and the poor have in Dr Bradfield a firm, true friend. His identification with one portion of evangelical Christianity does not confine his acts of benevolence and charity to organizations originated or conducted by its members, but he is kind-hearted and charitable to all, and a friend to the benevolent enterprises of every denomi nation. He endeavors to exemplify Christianity by his acts, and his exam ple as a practical, Christian business man may justly be held up for emula tion. Snch a man will need no monu ment to commemmorate him, for his name and deeds will "go down the com ing ages’’ by the good his life and ex ample bas wrought. By merit and per severance he has achieved success, and Some time since, we sent a large num ber of sample copies in response to re quests from all sections of the country. We send out a large number of sample copies of this issue containing blanks for clubs. Will every present reader of the Southebn World fill in the name of one or more subscribers on these lists and return them with the money to us? We invite special attention to this jsaue and its new features. Superb Premiums. We win lend Til* Southern World end "Good Cheer,” er "Our Country Home,” (or one year, to eny one remitting m one dollar. This 1* aiplendld proposition. 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