Lamar County AlArchives News.....THE VERNON COURIER May 18, 1888 ************************************************ Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm http://www.usgwarchives.net/al/alfiles.htm ************************************************ File contributed for use in USGenWeb Archives by: Veneta McKinney http://www.genrecords.net/emailregistry/vols/00016.html#0003775 August 12, 2010, 11:25 pm Microfilm From AL Dept Of Archives And History May 18, 1888 Microfilm Ref Call #371 Microfilm Order #M1992.4966 from The Alabama Department of Archives and History THE VERNON COURIER COURIER PUBLISHING COMPANY [Limited] VERNON, LAMAR COUNTY, ALABAMA FRIDAY, MAY 18, 1888 Vol. II, No. 50 PAGE 1 THE COURIER ONE DOLLAR A YEAR DEMOCRATIC STATE TICKET CLEVELAND AND GRAY The above ticket seems to be very popular in some parts of the United States with the Democrats, for President and Vice President……….. PUT UP THE SIGN BOARDS Some of our Commissioners at the last term of their court were discussing the failure of land overseers to put up the necessary sign boards along the public roads. This is a matter which should not be neglected as it is of great importance to the traveling public, especially those unacquainted with the county. Section ---41S of the Code of Alabama provides that “Overseers may make contacts for making and painting mile posts and direction boards, the account for which, being verified by affidavit and certified by the overseer, must be paid out of the county treasury.” Section 1414 of the Code makes it the positive duty of the overseer to erect index-boards, “with proper directions pointing towards the place to which all turn out, talk, or cross-roads leads.” An overseer failing to comply with this direction is guilty of a misdemeanor and may be prosecuted as a defaulter. THE CONVENTION It is contended by a portion of the press throughout Alabama that the result of the State Convention, upon the third term question, was a compromise. But, to the inhabitants of this region of Alabama, the result appears to be a triumphant success for third Termers. Whether this will have a tendency to weaken the Democratic Party or not, is a question which it is useless to discuss at this time………………….. WHO IS BENEFITTED? The Secretary of the Treasury is now shoveling out the surplus at the rate of something like a million per day, paying the debt of the government and more than that is paying close to one third more than the debt to get to pay it……………. Mr. EDITOR: Knowing that all the prominent colored people of Lamar take your paper, we ask space for a few dots from the B. E. W., a society organized by the colored people at the Grand Celebration of the Emancipation of slavery, held at New Hope Church, Lamar County, Alabama, May 8th, 1888. By 9 o’clock the congregation had gathered, and at 10:30 the order of the day began by marching, conducted by the Rev. W. BRASZEAL, at 11 the congregation all gathered in the house, and services opened by singing and prayer by the Rev. G. W. BRENT; after which the house was announced ready for business. 1st. A very interesting speech by Hon. PETER W. SHAW, on the subject “Emancipation of Slavery.” 2nd. Speech on the same subject by Hon. B. STEWART. 3rd. An entertaining speech by Rev. W. BRASZEAL on the subject of Society. 4th. Speech by Rev. G. W. BRENT on the same subject, after which the audience was dismissed an hour and a half for refreshments. 5th. Speech by Hon. R. MONTGOMERY of Fayette, C. H. on the points of interest for the protection of the B. E. W. and was closely listened to. 6th. Speech by Prof. JOHN SUMMERS, of Fayette C. H. on a subject of his own. 7th. Speech by Hon. J. C. SMITH on the same subject. 8th. Speech by Esq. J. E. SMITH on same subject. 9th. Speech by Hon. P. J. JULEN, of Fayette C. H. on the same subject. At the conclusion of this speech it was growing late, and the people commenced leaving homeward bound, with happy hearts, to meet again May 8th, 1889. We were visited by a large number of white friends who we were glad to see. Hon. P. M. SHAW, chairman J. F. SHAW, Sec. TAX SALE The State of Alabama, Lamar County Under and by virtue of certain decrees rendered on the 30th day of April 1888 against the parties hereunder mentioned, I will on Monday the 4th day of June 1888, sell at legal hours at the Court House door in Vernon in said county, the following described lands of delinquent tax payers upon which taxes are due, to wit: ….(owner’s unknown, Barksdale Estate) This 30th day of April 1888 D. J. LACY, T. C. NOTICE TO DELINQUENT TAX PAYERS The State of Alabama, Lamar County To CROWDER & NEWMAN The Tax Collector has filed a list of delinquent tax payers and of real estate upon which taxes are due. You are reported a delinquent and the following real estate is reported as assessed to you, to wit:………… This is to notify you to appear before the Probate Court in said county, at next term thereof, commencing on Monday June 4th, 1888, then and there to show cause, if any you have, why a decree for the sale of said real estate should not be made for the payment of the taxes assessed against you, fees and costs. This 1st day of May, 1888. W. A. YOUNG, Judge of Probate To our friends and patrons, having recently received our well assorted stock of dry goods, boots and shoes, hats and caps, Notices, etc. Also our immense stock of groceries and plantation supplies, to the old and well known stand of HUMPHRIES & HUDSON, corner Market and Main, lately occupied by NATHAN & OPPENHEIMER. We are better prepared than ever to offer the trade anything in said liens at prices to please; and with a superior selection we purpose not to be undersold by anybody. We call the attention of the public more particular to our stock of shoes and boots. We are the sole Agents in this city for the celebrated Bay State Hoe and Leather Co., and Suller Lewin & Co. We guarantee goods of said firms for desirability and pleasant wear. To the jobbing trade we can offer special inducements thus enabling the small merchants to buy at home as cheap as they could from any source. Come and see us and be convinced. SIMON, LOEB & Bro., Corner Market and Main street Columbus, Miss. Miss TILLIE H. BAILEY, Columbus, Mississippi Fashionable Millinery. Hats and bonnets trimmed to order. Hats, bonnets, plumes, ribbons, feathers, and flowers of latest styles always on hand. No shop worn-goods sold. I have also a large stock of Hair goods for sale cheap. Also Sole Agent for Mme. Williamson’s Corsets. Everybody invited to call and examine goods before purchasing elsewhere. Place of business-dwelling between Morgan, Robertson, & Co. and Dowing Boarding House on Market Street. You will like it! Try the new route. The Kansas City, Memphis, & Birmingham R. R. m, now completed between Memphis and Birmingham, with branch to Aberdeen, Miss. It is many miles the shortest lien between points in the southeast and Memphis an Arkansas and Texas, and all points northwest. The passenger train equipment of the new line is of the most modern construction; coaches were built by the Pullman Co. and are provided with every device necessary to insure the comfort and safety of passengers. Everything new and first class and no effort will be spared by the management to meet the requirements of the traveling public. Through tickets via this line on sale at all through ticket offices. For large map and time tables giving full information as to through cares, connections, etc., address, J. E. Lockwood, G. P. & T. A., Kansas City H. D. Ellis, Gen’rl Agent, Pass’gr Dep’t 31 Madison St. Memphis, Tenn. NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT The State of Alabama, Lamar County Probate Court, 21st Day of April, A. D. 1888 Estate of EDWIN BARNES This day came JOHN ROBERTSON, Administrator of said estate, and filed his statement, accounts and vouchers for final settlement of his administration. It is ordered that the 19th day of May A. D. 1888 be appointed a day on which to make such settlement, at which time all persons interested can appear and contest the said settlement, if they think proper. W. A. YOUNG, Judge of Probate of said County ADMINISTRATOR SALE OF BAD AND DOUBTFUL DEBTS Within legal hours of sale, on Saturday the 12th day of Mary, 1888, by virtue of an order of the Probate Court of Lamar County, Alabama, I, WM. A. BROWN, as adm’r , de bonis non of the estate of W. K. KIRK, deceased , will sell to the highest bidder, for cash, at the Court House door of said county, bad and doubtful debts consisting of notes and accounts due to said estate amounting to about $1,500 dollars, particularly described in the application for said order of sale. W. A. BROWN, Admr’ de bonis non NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT The State of Alabama, Lamar county Probate Court, 23rd day of April, A. D. 1888 Estate of SARAH A. BANKHEAD This day came THOS. C. HOLLIS, Administrator of said estate, and filed his statement, accounts, and vouchers for final settlement of his administration. It is ordered that the 26th day of May, A. D. 1888 be appointed a day on which to make such settlement at which time all persons interested can appear and contest the said settlement, if they think proper. W. A. YOUNG, Judge of Probate of said County NOTICE OF GRANT OF LETTRS OF ADMINISTRATION Estate of A. J. MCMURRY Deceased, Probate Court Letters of Administration of the estate of said decedent, having been granted to the undersigned on the 26th day of March a. D. 1888 by the Hon. W. A. YOUNG, Judge of the Probate Court of Lamar County, notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said Estate are hereby required to present the same within the time allowed by law, or that the same will be barred. M. E. MCMURRAY J. MCMURRAY DR. R. L. BRADLEY, Dental Surgeon. Vernon, Alabama. Tenders his professional services to the citizens of Lamar and adjacent counties. All work neatly executed, and satisfaction guaranteed; but in no case will responsibility for breaks, warps or shrinkage be assured. Positively no work done on time, unless a satisfactory note be given. Grateful for the liberal patronage extended heretofore. Hope to merit a continuance of the same. MAX NATHAN, for MIRLOR BUSECK Dealer in Wines, liquors, cigars, and tobacco. Capt. ECKFORD’S Old Stand, No. 63, Main Street, Columbus, Miss. R. L. BRADLEY, Vernon Alabama keeps constantly on had a full stock of Music books of all kinds. Blackboards, ruled music paper, music stands, tuning forks, pitch pipes and other musical merchandise. Will fill orders of wholesale prices. Musical Journals ordered at club or other rates. Also a full line of school books, slates, pencils, chalk, steel pens, blank books, writing paper of all kind. Envelopes, etc. Prices as low as can be given on first-class goods. Will exchange new books for old books. Will buy and sell old books. NOTICE TO PROBATE A WILL The State of Alabama, Lamar County To ELLA J. YOUNG, JAS. P. YOUNG, R. W. YOUNG, MARY E. DOWDLE, J. T. DOWDLE, COLUMBUS FERGUSON, C. H. FERGUSON, J. F. FERGUSON, R. L. YOUNG, EMMA J. YOUNG, LIZZIE BURNS, LONNIE BURNS, DORA YOUNG, RAYMOND YOUNG, GOODHUGH YOUNG, J. A. YOUNG, and CHARLEY YOUNG You will please take notice that on the 24th day of March 1888 a certain paper in writing, purporting to be the last Will and Testament of ALEXANDER YOUNG, and that the 12th day of May 1888 was appointed a day of hearing thereof, at which time you can appear and contest the same, if you see proper. Given under my hand, this 178th day of April 1888. W. A. YOUNG, Judge of Probate ABRAM I. HUMPHRIES. Attorney at Law. Columbus, Miss. Special attention to collection of claims. PAGE 2 THE VERNON COURIER Published Every Friday Vernon, Alabama SOME DAY – (poem) SELF-ACCUSATIONS – Innocent Persons Confessing to Criminal Acts THE COUNTRY EDITOR – Why His Position Can Not Be Held in Too High Esteem THE SOUTH’S ENEMIES – Bill Arp Writes a few Lines About Ingalls, Sherman, & co. NOTES AND COMMENTS AGAIN THE BLOODY SHIRT The bloody shirt revival all along the line is but another evidence of the panic among the leaders of the Republican Party………… SIBERIA – Its Secrets Revealed – George Kennan’s Wonderful Journey THE LAW OF GROWTH – Some Very Useful Suggestions for Growth in Observation PAGE 3 FACTS ABOUT WILLS PNEUMONIA Ad for Paines’ Celery Compound Ad for Prickly Ash Bitters Ad for Pacific Liver Pills Ad for St. Jacob’s Oil Ad for Mason & Hamlin Organs and Pianos Ad for Scott’s Emulsion Ad for W. L. Douglas $3 shoe Ad for Ko-Ko Tula Ad for Jones – pays the Freight Ad for Genuine “Cow Brand” Soda – Dwight’s Soda Ad for Chickasaw Land Company of Memphis, Tenn. Many small advertisements Ad for Arm and Hammer Brand Soda PAGE 4 THE COURIER Published Every Friday LOCALS Work on the Baptist Church is progressing rapidly. Mr. EDDIE MORTON and wife visited Columbus this week. Dr. EMMETT MORTON spent a few days in town this week. The Methodist Sunday School will observe the 4th Sunday in May as Children’s day. Commissioner’s Court was in session Monday and Tuesday with quite a rush of business. The Kansas City R. R. has established an agency at Crews, Mr. JOE CREW received the appointment as agent. Died: On Sunday the 13th inst. 2 miles south of town, infant child of Mr. JOHN JONES, died after a short illness. Died: On Sunday the 13th inst., Mrs. ADAIR, wife of J. B. ADAIR, died very suddenly at his home 5 miles south west of Vernon. Some of our citizens are giving the boys very proper encouragement toward the formation of military company by proposing to help them to get their uniforms. The following marriage licenses have been issued this week: MARTIN PORTER and Miss LECTER DOBBINS, white; and RALPH R. JONES and Miss OLLIE JACKSON, colored. News from the Tombigbee R. R. is a little off again this week. It sis said that other roads are trying to scoop in the enterprise. We trust that the company will not allow any such thing to be done; but hold fast to their donations and build the road. Our suggestion to the candidates that “the longest pole would get the persimmon” does not seem to have thrown any light on the situation, although the suggestion is admitted to be a fact. The question with them seems to be who will be able to handle the long pole, which is a question that we can’t answer. OBITUARY ETTA LUELLA STRICKLAND died at the residence of her father, Mr. W. B. STRICKLAND, of Vernon, Ala. May 8th, 1888. Her age was 12 years 3 months and 17 days. She suffered much during a period of about two weeks with pneumonia and congestion of the brain. “God placed a bund with our hands. We nurtured it with pride. And thought how fair that bud would be When it had blossomed wide: Our bud, our babe, how fair she was, We watch her grow apace, And deemed no blossom could compare With her fair flower face. But ere the light of baby hood, Upon her brow grew dim, The father bade an angel bring The fine young soul to him; The hand that stilled our baby’s heart With anguish wrung our own, And yet we knew the Father’s rod Is held by love alone.” N. After five days balloting and a Sunday recess the state Democratic Convention of Tenn. re-nominated Bob Taylor for Governor, a small minority refusing to vote for him to the last. But few men have stood up under an opposition like that to Taylor. There is undoubtedly something about Taylor above the ordinary or he would have gone out under such opposition. THE AIR SHIP The passage of an act in Congress appropriating $150,000 to enable some fellow to build an air ship clearly shows the confidence the American people have in any windy project. The saying that within the next twelve months that the U. S. flag will be hading on the north pole is not a hazardous conjecture. With an air ship built by war tariff money of the government there is no reason why the U. S. should not take possession of both the North and South Pole. And most likely other governments will follow our example and that more fighting will be done in the air in the future than in the past, it would also be a wise thing to pick out the best ethereal locations for forts, arsenals, shipyards, and wharves. This project doubtless has something in it as the average Congressman is presumed to know something about airy things. LETTERS TESTAMENTARY Estate of W. D. CLEARMAN, Deceased Probate Court Letters Testamentary of said decedent, having been granted to the undersigned on the 16th day of May, A. D. 1888 by the Hon. W. A. YOUNG, Judge of the Probate Court of Lamar County, notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said estate are hereby required to present the same within the time allowed by law, or that the same will be barred. J. W. CLEARMAN ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR REPRESENTATIVE We are authorized to announce R. L. BRADLEY as a candidate for re-election to the office of Representative of Lamar County at the August election 1888 subject to the will of the people of Lamar County. We are authorized to announce JOHN D. MCCLUSKEY a candidate for the office of Representative at the August election, 1888. We are authorized to announce A. L. HARRINGTON a candidate for the office of Representative of Lamar County at the August election 1888 We are authorized to announce THOMAS ALEXANDER a candidate for the office of Representative of Lamar County at the August election 1888. FOR SHERIFF I announce myself a candidate for the office of Sheriff at the election to be held the first Monday in August 1888, subject to the will of the people of Lamar County. LEE S. METCALF I announce myself a candidate for the office of Sheriff at the election to be held the first Monday in August 1888, subject to the will of the people of Lamar County. T. M. WOODS I announce myself a candidate for the office of Sheriff, at the election to be held the first Monday in August 1888 subject to the will of the people of Lamar County. J. F. MAY I announce myself a candidate for the office of Sheriff, at the election to be held the first Monday in August 188 subject to the will of the people of Lamar County. TROY R. LANGSTON. I announce myself a candidate for the office of Sheriff at the election to be held on the first Monday in August 1888 subject to the will of the people of Lamar County. A. J. ATKINS We are authorized to announce JERRY PENNINGTON a candidate for Sheriff of Lamar County, subject to the will of the people at the election to be held the fist Monday in August 1880. We are authorized to announce J. H. HOPPER a candidate for the office of Sheriff at the August election, 1888. We are authorized to announce H. S. HENSON a candidate of the office of Sheriff at the August election 1888. FOR TAX COLLECTOR I announce myself a candidate for election to the office of Tax Collector, at the August election, 1888 subject to the will of the people of Lamar County. I have never offered for an office before, and my age I think entitles me to a hearing, being 55 years old. S. W. BURNS We are authorized to announce J. W. PETERS a candidate for the office of Tax Collector at the August election 1888 subject to the will of the people of Lamar County. We are authorized to announce D. I. GUTHRIE a candidate for the office of Tax Collector at the August election in 1888 subject to the will of the people of Lamar County. I announce myself a candidate for re-election to the office of Tax Collector of Lamar County the ensuing election 1st Monday in August 1888. D. J. LACY I announce myself a candidate for the office of tax Collector, election first Monday in August 1888. J. F. PENNINGTON. In accordance with intentions expressed in my withdrawal from the race four years ago, I am now a candidate for the office of Tax Collector at the August election. JOHN A. YOUNG, FOR TAX ASSESSOR We are authorized to announce the name of W. Y. ALLEN for re-election to the office of tax Assessor. Thankful for past favors he hopes to be able to merit the same in the future election, the first Monday in August. FOR TREASURER I announce myself a candidate for re-election to the office of County Treasurer, at the election to be held the first Monday in August 1888 in the county of Lamar. L. M. WIMBERLY Owing to my physical inability to labor, I announce myself a candidate for the office of county treasurers at the August election 1888. PHILLIP M. WOODS, Jr. We are authorized to announce GEORGE W. RUSH a candidate for the office of County Treasurer at the August election, 1888. We are authorized to announce S. B. THOMAS a candidate for the office of County Treasurer, at the August election, 1888. We are authorized to announce D. G. W. HOLLIS a candidate for the office of County treasurer at the August election 1888, subject to the will of the people. FOR COUNTY SUPERINTENDENT OF EDUCATION I announce myself a candidate for the office of County Superintendent of Education at the election to be held the first Monday in August 188, in the county of Lamar. B. H. WILKERSON FOR COMMISSIONER We are authorized to announce W. F. FALKNER as a candidate for the office of County Commissioner in the first Commissioners District at August election. We are authorized to announce the name of W. G. RICHARDS for election to the office of Commissioner, at the election to be held the first Monday in August, 1888, subject to the will of the people of Lamar County. We are authorized to announce the name of J. A. MCCOLLUM a candidate to the office of Commissioner at the August election in 1888, subject to the will of the people of Lamar County. NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION Land Office at Huntsville, Ala. April 12, 1888. Notice is hereby given that the following named setter has filed notice of his intention to make final proof in support of his claim, and that said proof will be made before the Judge or in his absence the Clerk Circuit Court of Lamar County, at Vernon, Ala on June 15, 1888, viz: Homestead No. 11616 REUBEN F. TERRY for the W ½ NW ¼ sec 33, T 13 R 14 W. He names the following witnesses to prove his continuous residence upon, and cultivation of said land, viz: JOHN MORRISON, JOHN T. HILL, DAVID TAYLOR, and ADOLPHUS MORRIS, all of Beaverton, Alabama. FRANK COLEMAN, Register NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION Land Office at Huntsville, Ala., April 7, 1888 Notice is hereby given that the following named settler has filed notice of his intention to make final proof in support of his claim, and that said proof will be made before the Judge or in his absence the Clerk Circuit Court of Lamar County at Vernon, Ala. on June 1, 1888, viz: Homestead No. 11783 GEORGE COOPER, for the W ½ NE ¼ NW ¼, Sec 31, T 12 R 14 W. He names the following witnesses to prove his continuous residence upon and cultivation of said land, viz: JOHN METCALF, ZACK SWEARINGEN, GEORGE STEWART, and ALEXANDER METCALF, all of Detroit, Ala. FRANK COLEMAN, Register VERNON HIGH SCHOOL – Vernon Alabama An English classical and mathematical Academy for the education of both sexes. Instrumental and vocal music a specialty. W. K. BROWN, L. I. Principal. B. H. WILKERSON, Assistant Teacher. Mrs. S. J. SHIELDS, Music Teacher. The scholastic year is divided into two sessions – the Fall and the Spring. The Spring Session opens Monday January 2nd 1888 and will continue six scholastic months. A systematic Course of Study has been arranged, and students on entering will be examined and classed with reference to what they know, afterwards thoroughness alone will secure promotion to higher studies in the course. Much attention will be given to the government and discipline of the school and this as well as the methods of instruction will be in every way up with the times. MUSIC. This important department will be ably presided over by Mrs. S. J. SHIELDS, who is a teacher possessing every ability natural and acquired, and of successful experience. Those who place their daughters here may safely expect their advancement to be commensurate with that of those in the best schools of the county. Thorough Base will be taught free of charge. Mrs. Shields will also instruct the entire school will be drilled daily in Penmanship, Dictation, Vocal music, and Calisthenics. This school offers great inducements to those who wish to secure a thorough and practical education. No place can offer better advantages for establish and maintaining a good permanent school than Vernon. The refinement and culture of the society and the healthfulness of the locality makes this a place well suited for educating the young. Expenses are as low as any first class school can offer. TUITION Primary Per month $1.50 Intermediate Per month 2.00 Common School Studies 2.50 Languages 3.00 Higher mathematics sciences &c 3.50 Music 3.00 Contingent Fee Per Term .50 Board $7.00 per moth. For further particulars, address the Principal at Vernon, Ala. FERN BANK HIGH SCHOOL – The Premium School of Lamar. Enrollment last session 112. The 6th Session will open October 24, 1887, and continue 9 scholastic months. J. R. GUIN, Principal. Miss JALA GUIN, 1st Assistant. This school is in a very prosperous condition. The Faculty is able and fully up with the latest and best methods of instruction. the school is carefully graded and no pupil is permitted to advance until thoroughly prepared. Special inducements given to boarding pupils. Every effort will be made to improve those entrusted to our care, both morally and intellectually. The resent faculty having been elected unanimously for three years feel somewhat flattered; and feel safe in guaranteeing perfect satisfaction to all. We especially invite young men and young ladies who intend teaching to give us a trial. We know of no town offering better inducements to educate the young than Fern bank. The people are social and refined. The locality is remarkably healthy. The school room has been enlarged and is well fitted up in way of charts, maps, globes, etc. Expenses are lower than any other first class school can offer. Tuition: Primary per month $1.25 Intermediate per month $1.50 Common School $2.00 High school $2.50 Incidental fee per quarter 20c. Board $7.00 per month. Two lessons in Vocal Music per day free to the entire school. For full particulars address the Principal at Fern Bank, Alabama. Be Certain! When you go to Columbus, be certain you see the clothing, Furnishing goods and Piece goods, at BUTLER & TOPPS, Columbus, Miss, March 23, 1888. TROST & SOLOMON, Columbus, Miss., are the only wholesale liquor dealers in East Mississippi, and the largest in the state. Parties desiring to engage in this particular line of business would do well to call and see them before purchasing elsewhere. Their stock of cigars, tobaccos, and smoker’s articles are selected to please the Taste of the most particular. Jug Trade a specialty. Mr. ALLEN JORDAN, of Lamar County is now and has been connected with them for a number of years. Don’t’ fail to call and see them when visiting Columbus. Clothing! Clothing! At A. COBB & Son Dealer in General Merchandise. Ladies best fitting (picture of a corset) always in store, and at prices to suit the ladies. Our summer stock is complete – consisting of ladies fine dress goods, ladies shoes, men’s shoes, boots, hats, etc. Our stock of clothing of the best quality, which we are offering at a small margin above cost. We are selling cheap. We mean what we say. Don’t fail to call when you are in town. We have a lot of Iron Foot plows which we will sell very low (picture of iron foot plow). Very Respectfully. A. COBB & Son Ho! (picture of canteen) Every one that Thirst food and lodging for man, and provender for horses can be had to live and let live prices at the WIMBERLEY House, Vernon, Ala. L. M. WIMBERLY, Proprietor Gilmer Hotel. Columbus, Miss. This establishment has changed hands and will be thoroughly overhauled and refurnished and first-class accommodations guaranteed and charges will be moderate. A. W. KING, Proprietor SAM’L M. MEEK, WM. C. MEEK - S. M. & W. C. MEEK, Attorneys and Counselors at law. Office on Military Street, (Opposite Court House), Columbus, Miss. Will practice in the Courts of Lamar County, Alabama J. D. MCCLUSKEY – Attorney-at-law and Solicitor in Chancery Vernon, Ala. will practice in the Circuit Courts of Lamar, Marion, Fayette, and Walker. The Federal Court and Supreme Court of Ala. Special attention given to collection of claims. MORGAN, ROBERTSON, & COMPANY. Wholesale and Retail dealers in Staple and Fancy Groceries, plantation Supplies, boots, shoes, hats and staple dry goods. When in Columbus, Call on us. Corner Market and Washington Street. Look! Look! The Train is coming. Get ready for a ride but before starting call and let G. C. BURNS sell you a nice bill of groceries at rock bottom figures. West side Court square. APPOINTMENTS FOR VERNON CIRCUIT, NORTH ALA. CONF. M. E. C. SOUTH Sulligent 10 a.m. 1st Sunday Springfield’s Chap. 3 p.m. 1st Sunday Lebanon 10 a.m. 2nd Sunday Newman’s Chap. 3 p.m. 2nd Sunday New Hope 11 a.m. 3rd Sunday Vernon 11 a.m. 4th Sunday Mt. Nebo 3 p.m. 4th Sunday G. L. HEWITT, Pastor Second Quarterly Conference at Mt. Nebo the 28th and 29th of April. VERNON LODGE, NO. 45 I. O. O. F. Meet at 8 pm the 2nd and 4th Saturdays in each month. J. D. MCCLUSKEY, N. G. M. W. MORTON, Sec. VERNON LODGE, no. 389 A. F. and A. M. Regular Communications 8 pm 1st Saturday in each month. T. W. SPRINGFIELD, W. M. M. W. MORTON, Sec. LAMAR DIRECTORY W. A. YOUNG Judge of Probate R. E. BRADLEY Circuit Clerk S. F. PENNINGTON Sheriff L. M. WIMBERLY Treasurer D. J. LACY Tax Collector W. Y. ALLEN Tax Assessor JAMES M. MORTON, Reg in Chancery B. H. WILKERSON Co. Supt of Ed. R. L. BRADLEY Representative ALEXANDER COLLINS Coroner N. L. TRULL County Surveyor COMMISSIONERS R. W. YOUNG SAMUEL LOGGAINS W. M. MOLLOY ALBERT WILSON Hack Line (drawing of stagecoach) – The attention of the traveling public is called to the Hack which is now running daily from Sulligent to Vernon for the carrying of passengers. ACKLIN HOLLIS Millinery. Ladies are requested to call and examine my beautiful stock of Spring Millinery. Orders from a distance have prompt attention. Mrs. R. BALDRIDGE, Market St. S. Side Morgan Building Columbus, Miss. Fertilizers. We have now on hand a superior article of palmetto Acid Phosphate for composting, and will keep a good stock of the Celebrated Sea Fowl Guano during the season. Give us a trial. J. J. SHERMAN & Co., Agt., Columbus, Miss. J. S. MCEACHIN, Attorney-at-Law and Solicitor in Chancery, Vernon, Ala. Will practice in Lamar, Marion, Walker, Winston, and Fayette counties, in the United States Courts at Birmingham, and the Supreme Court of Alabama. 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