Lamar County AlArchives News.....THE VERNON COURIER July 6, 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 September 12, 2010, 7:06 pm Microfilm From AL Dept Of Archives And History July 6, 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, JULY 6, 1888 Vol. III, No. 5 PAGE 1 THE COURIER ONE DOLLAR A YEAR NATIONAL TICKET For President, Grover Cleveland, of New York For Vice President, Allen G. Thurman, of Ohio DEMOCRATIC STATE TICKET For Governor – Thomas Seay, of Hale For Secretary of State, Charles C. Langdon, of Mobile For Treasurer, John L. Cobbs, of Montgomery For Auditor, Cyrus D. Hogue, of Perry For Attorney General, Thomas N. McClellan, of Limestone For Superintendent of Education, Solomon Palmer, of Marshall For Congressman, John H. Bankhead of Fayette THE CANVASS The heat of the canvass is now upon us, and to make a good and judicious selection of officers is they duty of every voter. The high standing of the candidates before us almost precludes the possibility of a mistake. The field being full of good men, the next thing that presents itself is the claims that our friends have upon us. The Courier will not be drawn into the contest; but individuality we propose to vote for our friends so far as we can, with the sole view of helping them to get the office, and not with a view of defeating anyone. The only thing in the canvass that seems to be awry is the feeling exhibited by some of saving their vote even at the sacrifice of their friends. To save one’s vote and put it on the successful candidate means nothing. The Courier maintains that the proper way to vote in a free-for-all race is to vote for your friends, or the man that appears to be best fitted for the office, and let the others take care of themselves. CAPTURED RBUE BURROWS, one of the men who robbed the St. Louis and Texas train in December at Genan, has been captured in Florida. It will be remembered that he escaped from the officers after a hard fight in Alabama, during which his brother JIM was captured. JIM confessed to the robbery but is still confined in the penitentiary awaiting his trial in the Miller County Circuit Court. – [Ark. Exchange] VERNON VS. FAYETTE The Fayette base ball club will be in Vernon on Tuesday and will cross bats on that day with the Athletes. A good game may be expected. The boys have put their grounds in good order and will provide comfortable seats for those who attend the game, particularly the ladies whom we trust will inspire the Athletes by their presence. THURMAN The selection Mr. Thurman as a running mate for Mr. Cleveland does not give the party any hope of carrying Ohio………………… MAJ. T. C. CLARK Maj. Clark has declined to accept the call of the Birmingham Protectionist who wished him to offer for Congress……………… TO THE COURIER: It was the pleasure of the writer to be present at a very enjoyable picnic at the Chalybeate-spring of Mrs. S. M. TERRELL on the 4th inst. The crowd began to assemble early in the day and vehicles came from almost every direction bringing their quota of passengers and viands. When the Iron Horse came snorting down the track about 11 a.m. and pranced impatiently on the switch for its load to be diminished. With this reinforcement the crowd was estimated at not less than a round thousand. As is usual on such occasions there was a goodly number of Candidates on hand all smiles. In addition to a bountiful supply of excellent mineral water there was a bountiful supply of ice lemonade and cider. About noon a bountiful repast was furnished and was heartily enjoyed by those who partook of it. After dinner speeches were made by Capt. MCCLUSKEY, Mr. ALEXANDER and Dr. BRADLEY and it has been remarked by competent judges that he speeches were all good and reflected credit on the speakers. Altogether it was one of the most pleasant social gatherings it has been my lot to participate in for a long time, and all present went away well pleased with the hospitality and social entertainment furnished by the citizens of Beaverton and the surrounding communities. x x, Vernon, July 5th., 1888 NECK IN DANGER – An Acquitted Murderer Give s Himself Away in a Spiteful Letter [Special to the Herald] – Little Rock, Ark. July 4 James Simmons and his sister, Mrs. Lorona Johnson, were brought here this morning and lodged in jail by United States Marshal Faulkenbury, charged with sending an obscene letter to Mrs. Gen. Tucker, postmistress of Okolona, Miss. The case was worked up by United States Post office Inspector Sykes. Not long ago Gen. Tucker, the post master at Okolona, Miss., was shot through the heart while sitting near a window of his office. Simmons was charged with the crime, but after a lengthy trial was acquitted and moved to Arkansas, settling near Benton. Several weeks ago, as is alleged, his sister mailed a letter at Benton addressed to MR. Gen. Tucker and signed with a n initial. It was written by Simmons, the address being written at Mrs. Johnson’s request by the deputy postmaster. Omitting the obscenity, it read, “I can say this and tell the truth- I shot Gen. Tucker through the heart.” The preliminary trial will be had this week. James Johnson, husband of the woman is in jail at Sheridan, charged with hog stealing. The post office officials claim sufficient evidence to establish Simmons’ guilt. If this is done, the murder of Gen. Tucker will also be proven. STATE NEWS There will be a Horse Swapper’s Convention held at Cross Plains, July 20th and 21st. Applications are being received at Jacksonville for teachers from the graduates of the State Normal School. The graduates of this training school for teachers have given satisfaction wherever employed. The last season of the State Normal School at Jacksonville, was attended by students from seven different states. There were twenty-two boarders from abroad. The reputation of the school is growing, and next session this record will be improved upon. Anniston is building the most extensive car works in American. They cost over $1,000,000 and will turn out 20 to 25 complete cars a day, and employ 1,000 hands. These works manufacture everything used in building a car except the tin for the roof and the nails. The Eufaula Times says that living in that town and under the same roof, forming one family, are one-great-grandfather, two grandfathers, two grandmothers, there fathers, three mothers, two mothers-in-law, two fathers-in- law, five brothers-in-law, four brothers, two sons-in-law, six sons, two daughters, one daughter-in-law, four uncles one sister, four grandsons, one grand-daughter, one grandson-in-law and one great grandson. ------- The loss of the Louisville and Nashville railroad by the accident at Hurricane Bayou a few days ago, will aggregate $100,000. Labor and Republican parties have joined hands in Jefferson County to defeat the Democrats. Below we give the tariff planks in the platforms of the two great political parties……………. ELECTION NOTICE There will be an election held at all the election precincts in Lamar County, on the first Monday, the 6th day of August next, for the purpose of electing a Governor, secretary of state, Auditor, treasurer, Attorney-General, Superintendent of Education………………. 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. Ad for The Cincinnati Enquirer Ad for Mme. Demorest’s Reliable Patterns and Sewing Machine for $19.50 (drawing of sewing machine) Ad for Winchester Repeating Rifles (drawing of pistol and rifle) Ad for The Birmingham Age Ad for The Weekly Iron Age PAGE 2 THE VERNON COURIER Published Weekly at Vernon, Ala. --------(small news items)------------ POETRY AND MISCELLANY WHAT IS FLIRTATION – (poem) HIS ENEMY – (short story) A HALT CALLED A ROMANCE OF THE SOD A HUNTER AND HIS DOG TO HER SATISFACTION INGENIOUS PIC-------- A GOOD STORY OF JACK --------- PAGE 3 REPUBLICANS MEET – Scenes in Chicago – Contestants The opening of the Reichstag, in Berlin, on Monday morning was worthy of the supreme importance of the occasion. The emperor personally revised the program, and gave directions for an elaborate ceremonial, such as for splendor and brilliancy has not attended the opening of the Reichstag since the first session of that body in March 1871………………. WOMEN AT THE POLLS – Rain did not Keep them at Home, and they were full of Enthusiasm The damp weather did not have the effect of depression on the school elections that might have been expected. Notwithstanding the fact that the streets were literally rivers of mud and that riding and walking were alike disagreeable, scores of people braved the dirty ………….. A UNIQUE TELEGRAPH SYSTEM There has grown up among the farmers of a county in Michigan a telegraph system which might be generally extended throughout the rural districts everywhere………………. Ad for Warner’s Safe Cure RATTLESNAKE POISON The Indians were the first to put the poison of the rattlesnake to any use. They soon discovered the seat of the poison in these deadly reptiles, and they quickly made use of their knowledge by poisoning the heads of their arrow with the fluid that the snake carries around so abundantly in one of its fangs. ………… A LESSON Ad for St. Jacob’s Oil Ad for “The Confessions of an Escaped Nun” Ad for Paine’s Celery Compound Small advertisements Ad for Weber Piano-Fortes Pianos Ad for Hughes Tonic – Chills and Fever Ad for Dutcher’s Lightning Fly Killer PAGE 4 THE COURIER Published Every Friday LOCALS Mr. R. J. STEWART and family of Winston County, Miss. are visiting Rev. Mr. WIMBERLY this week. Mrs. DAVIS of Fayette County is visiting her father, Rev. Mr. WIMBERLY this week. Miss EMMA SPRINGFIELD opened a school at Pilgrim’s Rest, two miles north of Vernon, Monday. The Board of Education meets Saturday and Prof. WILKERSON will also pay off the teachers for the month of June. The free scholarship to the Alabama Medical College will be awarded Monday. We are informed that the people of Steen’s Beat intend to have a nice dinner on the 2nd of August when the candidates speak at Kennedy. The assistant registrars will be furnished new books and blanks by the Judge of Probate. Each assistant registrar is required to take the oath prescribed in section 1 article 15, the Constitution before he enters upon his duties. This oath may be taken by a Justice of the Peace. A large party of the young people of Vernon went up to Sulligent last Sunday to attend a singing conducted by Dr. R. L. BRADLEY. The good people of Sulligent had dinner on the ground and entertained the people handsomely. The first home raised watermelons were brought to town June 30th. A new floor has been put in the office of the Registrar in Chancery. Mr. W. R. BRADLEY visited Birmingham this week. The assessed value of taxable property for this year in Lamar County is $731,423. The assessed value of the railroad is almost as much. The poll tax assessment is $2,186.50. The editor’s table was graced today with a box of as nice fruit and flowers as mortal eye ever feasted upon, presented by Miss LULA SPRINGFIELD. It was indeed a rare combination of beauty, sweetness and loveliness, which is only surpassed by these traits of the fair donor. DIED: On June 29th, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. H. H. HILHAM aged seven weeks. Mrs. Judge YOUNG, who has been seriously ill during the week, is thought to be improving. The Riflemen are improving very fast in the way of drilling. In this issue appears the announcement of J. R. GUIN as a candidate for the office of Representative. Prof. GUIN is one of Lamar’s most talented and worthy young men. He enters the race with a clean record and supported by a life of the best morals. Endorsed by many warm and enthusiastic friends, he, no doubt, will make some interest in the race. Watermelons and peaches are plentiful this week. DIED: On the 6th inst, at her home, ten miles west of town, Mrs. HENRY WILLIS, an aged and most estimable lady. Prof. G. W. YOUNG and family are visiting Esquire W. G. MIDDLETON and family this week. Circuit Clerk BRADLEY and family attended the picnic at Terrell Springs on the 4th. On the 14th we will have 8,000 tickets for sale in lots to suit the candidates, an agreement having been made by them to use the same ticket, the county part being printed with spaces for names blank. Messrs. W. S. PROTHRO and T. C. BOX, two prominent citizens of Military Beat, were in town today. Rev. G. B. TAYLOR presented the Courier with the mammoth radish of the season, measuring 18 inches in circumference. Rev. G. L. HEWITT and family are back from a pleasant visit to relatives in Jefferson County. The citizens in the neighborhood of Malloy’s Mills had a “fish fry” at the mills on the 4th. The dinner was reported sumptuous and the gathering pleasant. The Musical Auxiliary Convention of the First District will convene at Shiloh Church, five miles southeast of Vernon, on Saturday before the fifth Sunday in July. J. T. ALLEN, Sec’y The county Alliance met at Walnut Grove on the 4th, and re-elected the officers of the last quarter. The meeting was largely attended and the utmost of good felling prevailed. Mr. JAMES WOODS presented us with a full grown cotton boll on the 5th. The bloom was seen on the 8th of June, which was very early for this county. In this connection it may not be out of place to say that the farmer’s report the best cotton prospect for years. Prof. BROWN has been elected principal of the High school in Birmingham. The people of Vernon regret very much to give up Prof. BROWN. The High School principal ship here will fall on Prof. WILKINSON it is said. Prof. WILKINSON will employ good assistants, and the High School will move on as before. Dr. MORTON and Co. NESMITH returned from Water Valley Thursday night, were they had gone as delegates to be present at a meeting of the incorporators of the Helena and Water Valley railroad. They report the people as being very enthusiastic and favorable to the road, and are much pleased with the manner in which they were entertained by the citizens of the town. They made speeches to a large audience, setting forth the resources of Alabama and particularly Lamar County. The Rev. CHARLES WHEELER passed through town today on his way to fill an appointment in Fayette County. NOTICE All parties against whom I hold executions will please call at my office and settle by the 10th of July and thereby save coasts. S. F. PENNINGTON, Sheriff. JUNE 27TH, 1888. NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT The State of Alabama, Lamar County Probate Court, June 26th A. D. 1888 Estate of H. K. HENSON This day came E. J. HENSON, Administratrix of said estate, and filed her statement, accounts, and vouchers for final settlement of her administration. It is ordered that the 25th day of July 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 PUBLIC SPEAKING The candidates for Representatives of Lamar County will address the people at the following times and places………………… NOTICE TO CANDIDATES Beginning with our next issue we will announce candidates for Constable, Just ice of the Peace and county Commissioner at the small sum of two dollars and one half each. Our rates for county officers will remain same as at present. This reduction is made so as to be in keeping with fees of the office and also to give all who wish to enter the race an opportunity to announce and not miss the outlay. R. J. YOUNG, Business Manager TAX SALE The State of Alabama, Lamar County Under and by virtue of a certain decree rendered on the 4th day of June 1888 against the parties hereunder mentioned, I will on Saturday the 30th day of June 1888 sell during 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: The mineral interest in NW ¼ Sec 24 T 15 R 16, SW ¼ of Sec 17, SW ¼ of SE ¼ and SE ¼ of SW ¼, N ½ of NW ¼, E ½ of NE ¼ Sec 18, NE ¼ Sec 19, NW ¼ of NE ¼ and NW ¼ Sec 20, NE ¼ Sec 23 T 15 R 15. Amount of decree and cost $98.65. Assessed to CROWDER & NEWMAN. D. J. LACY, Tax Collector This 4th day of June ‘88 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 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. 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. We are authorized to announce J. R. GUIN as 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. I announce myself a candidate for the office of Tax Assessor of Lamar County at the election in August 1888 D. H. TAYLOR 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 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 GEORGE W. RUSH a candidate for the office of County Treasurer at the August election, 1888. 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 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 1888, subject to the will of the people of Lamar County. B. H. WILKERSON I announce myself a candidate for the office of County Superintendent of Education at the election to be held the fist Monday in August 1888 subject to the will of the people of Lamar County. W. J. MOLLOY 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. FOR CONSTABLE We are authorized to announce OSCAR F. HALEY, a candidate for the office of Constable, in town beat at the August election 1888. 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. 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. Ad for North-Western Sleigh Co., Milwaukee, Wisconsin Price $20.00 F. O. Bo (drawing of horse and sleigh) 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 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. NON-RESIDENT NOTICE The State of Alabama, Lamar County IN Chancery, ELISHA ALEXANDER, Complainant Vs. MELIA ALEXANDER, defendant At Vernon, 11th District, North Western Chancery Division In this cause, it is made to appear to the Register by the affidavit of J. S. MCEACHIN, solicitor that the defendant MELIA ALEXANDER is a non-resident of this state and her place of residence is unknown to the complainant. It is therefore ordered by the Register, that publication be made in the Vernon Courier, a newspaper published in the count y of Lamar once a week for four consecutive weeks, requiring her the said MELIA ALEXANDER to plead, answer or demur to the bill of complaint in this cause by the 25th day of June, 1888, or, in thirty days thereafter, a decree pro confesso maybe taken against her the said MELIA ALEXANDER. Done at office, in Vernon, this 22nd day of May, 1888. JAS. M. MORTON, Register NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT The State of Alabama, Lamar County Probate Court, 19th day of June, A. D. 1888 Estate of F. M. JOHNSON This day came WM. JOHNSON of said estate, and filed his statement, accounts and vouchers for final settlement of his administration. It is ordered that the 17th day of July 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. STRAYED One iron gray mare mule, raised by Mr. GEORGE HANKINS. Will pay liberally for the delivery of same at HARRINGTON’S Stable, Columbus, Miss. or write the undersigned of its whereabouts. ANDY LONG, Columbus, Miss. 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 line 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. Ad for book – “The King Of Glory” 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 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. 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. ABRAM I. HUMPHRIES. Attorney at Law. Columbus, Miss. Special attention 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 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. 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 Ad for American No. 7 Sewing Machine (drawing of sewing machine) Ad for Dr. Taylor’s Sure Chill Cure File at: http://files.usgwarchives.net/al/lamar/newspapers/theverno1800gnw.txt This file has been created by a form at http://www.genrecords.org/alfiles/ File size: 32.1 Kb