Schley County Georgia Newspapers The Schley County News 1906 File contributed for use in USGenWeb Archives by "Harris Hill" Table of Contents page: http://www.usgwarchives.net/ga/schley.htm Georgia Table of Contents: http://www.usgwarchives.net/ga/gafiles.htm The Schley County News Friday, January 12, 1906 No. 2 Today's issue is the first of 1906. We now have over one and a half years of Schley newspaper transcriptions behind us. There are a few things to take note of beginning with this issue. The first of which is that the first issue of 1906 is missing. It would have been dated January 5, 1906. Also, the editor has made some changes to the papers format. There is decreased emphasis on national and to some degree on state news and an increase in items of local interest. That's good for us but I will miss things like reading about the digging of the Panama Canal, the Sino-Japanese war and other major events. The papers are no longer numbered with volume and issue number as in the past, but for the sake of trying to keep them in order, I will number them starting with issue No.2. Just remember the originals weren't done that way. Last, the publication day has been changed from Thursday to Friday of each week. Harris. The Schley County News Friday, January 12, 1906 No. 2 TO THE PUBLIC Thanking the people of Ellaville and Schley county for their liberal patronage during the few past months I have been in business, I here wish to announce that I have formed a partnership with Mr. H.H. Threlkeld, and in the future the style of the firm will be, Mott & Threlkeld, and it shall be our sole effort to merit the confidence of the people and give perfect satisfaction in all our dealings with the trading public. Your future patronage is solicited and will be greatly appreciated by both Mr. Threlkeld and myself. Very sincerely. T.J. Mott. PASSING NEWS Mr. and Mrs. Lin C. Baldwin, of Marietta, are visitors this week. Mr. Will Cockrell, of South Georgia, is on a visit to relatives in Schley. Mr. Ed Goodson, of Texas, has returned home after a visit to his sister, Mrs. L.E. Tondee. Dr. J.R. Jordan has been quite ill at his home for the past week. Dr. H.B. Allen, of Americus, made Ellaville a professional visit Monday. Miss Ida Kitchens, of Albany, is the very attractive guest of Miss Ophelia Threlkeld this week. Mrs. S.M. Collins, of Thomaston, is here on a visit to her daughter, Mrs. E.W. Strange. Mrs. T.J. Murphy left Monday for Americus, upon a visit to her daughter, Mrs. Baisden. Miss Mamie Livingston, after a pleasant stay with friends here returned to her home at Smithville. Mr. W.P. Hornady, of Dawson, spent several days in Ellaville last week. Miss Ina Williams, after spending the holidays with homefolks returned to her music class at Oakfield, Saturday. Miss Minnie Cheney, of Montezuma, and Miss Fannie Savage, of Albany, spent several days with Mrs. J.H. Cheney this past week. Mr. and Mrs. G.P. DeWolf, of Mexico, are the guests of their mother, Mrs. S.E. Hornady. Dr. Crawford, of Atlanta, was called to see Dr. Jordan, Monday. Mrs. E.E. Collins leaves today for a visit to relatives at Bronwood. Mrs. S.E. Hornady, after an illness of several weeks is fast recovering from same. Col. C.R. McCrory heard the Jint-Spute at Columbus, Wednesday. Mr. J.C. Trice, now of Florida, but once editor of the Schley County News, is spending a few days here. Miss Martha Baldwin left to-day for Atlanta upon a visit for several weeks. Mr. Walter Gaines and family, of Oglethorpe, where guests of Mrs. E.S. Baldwin Sunday. Mesrs. W.D. Murray, Morgan Collum, J.T. Royal, and L.E. Tondee are attending the cotton convention at New Orleans, this week. Mr. and Mrs. P.S. Stephens, of Putnam, were here this week to see their daughter, Mrs. S.C. Collins, who has been quite sick for the past month; but at present her condition is very much improved. NOTICE TO PENSIONERS All parties drawing pensions the present year will call at the Bank of Southwest, Ga., on Feb, 5th, where their check will be. NEW BANK FOR ELLAVILLE Plans have already been laid, whereby a new bank will be opened up in Ellaville, and in a few days subscriptions for stock will be taken. This new enterprise will prove a great benefit to Schley county and the establishment of same only gives further evidence of Ellaville's rapid growth and prosperity. Further particulars will be given later. TO OUR SUBSCRIBERS With this issue of the News, we come to our readers with an all home-print, whereas, heretofore, we have only printed two pages. We have made this change in order that we might have more space to devote to the local affairs of our town and county; and it is our purpose to, just as soon as possible, arrange to have a good correspondent in each community of the county, thereby keeping our readers in touch with all county affairs. We feel that such a course is best for the interest of the paper, town and county, and in making this change considerable extra expense has been incured. Our labors increased two fold and as a natural consequence our paper should be a great deal better in the future from the past. However, we wish to say by way of an explanation, that this issue is by no means a fair sample of those which are to follow. For many reasons, best known to an editor, we have been greatly handicapped in getting this issue out. With increased space and additional duties on our part to perform, we shall certainly expect the merchants of our town to help us out by way of advertising, which will unquestionably prove beneficial to them and at the same time build up a good substantial paper for the town. Bear in mind, that no town can have a decent paper unless its merchants advertise. Schley county can't get along without a paper, and she deserves a good one, so with the help of our best people, we shall endeavor to publish the best paper ever sent out from the present office. Thanking each and every patron and well wisher for past contributions, we shall ever remain sincerly. end #2. The Schley County News Friday, January 19, 1906 No. 3 PASSING NEWS Miss Maude Williamson is spending the week with Miss Dixon at LaCrosse. Mr. Marvin Everette was over form Americus this week. Miss Cameron of Butler, has been the very pleasant guest of Mrs. A.J. Hill the past week. A.M. Park and W.W. Lumpkin returned from a several days hunt in Worth County, Sunday afternoon. They claimed to have left only a few birds alive. Misses Julia and Aldine Peacock went over to Americus Wednesday. Mr. J(ack)R. Cook, of Schley, the originator of Cook's improved cotton seed, is having large sales on his seed this season. It is very gratifying to Mr. Cook's Schley county friends to know that in the test at the Georgia and also the Mississippi experimental station, this variety leads all the rest in yield. WEDDING BELLS A very pretty wedding graced the home of the brides parents, Mr. and Mrs. L.W. Dixon, on Thursday, at 3 o'clock p.m. when Mr. Cleve Burt and Miss Annie Dixon promised "to love and cherish until death do us part," Rev. W.K. Dennis officiating. The groom is a son of Mr. W.Z. Burt, of Buena Vista, and his bonny bride is one of the most estimable young ladies in Schley county. Hosts of warm friends join with the News in wishes for their happiness and success. ADVERTISEMENT A TELEPHONE is the quickest and cheapest servant in the house. It goes on more errands, furnishes more information, and saves more time than any servant you could possibly get for the price. The following new phones have recently been put in, making the number in the Ellaville exchange, 64. A phone in your house will give you instant communication with the county. J.T. Stewart------------No. 24-3 longs C.H. Burt---------------No. 24-2 longs, 2 shorts J.W. Larkin-------------No. 24-2 longs, 1 short A.M. Caskey-------------No. 24-3 longs, 1 short M.J. Williams-----------No. 24-2 R.A. Wiggins------------No. 28-2 calls J.H. Cheny--------------No. 27 J.C. Strange------------No. 36-3 longs T.R. Strange------------No. 36-4 longs C.C. Jordan-------------No. 36-2 longs, 1 short W.L. Reid---------------No. 36-2 longs J.W. McCorkle-----------No. 31-2 longs, 2 shorts J.L.B. Usrey------------No. 41-4 longs Conversations limited to FIVE MINUTES--Non subscribers MUST PAY 15 cents any where in the county and 25 cents to Americus. For further information, apply to E.L. Bridges. The Schley County News January 26, 1906 No. 4 A LETTER FROM INDIAN TERRITORY Makes Mention of Schley County People, and Gives An Idea of the General Condition of Affairs. Davis, Indian Territory, Jan. 22, 1906. Editor News: Captain H.H. Allen, a native of famous Schley County, Georgia, and his young nephew, Frank, recently arrived from Ellaville, living here, I thought it no more than right to comply with the request and write to you a few lines about this locality. Full blood indians seldom come on the streets of Davis, in fact, it looks as though the Choctaws and Chickasaws are pretty well mixed with the Caucasian race, or white washed. Those indians are pretty wealthy, each of them gets over 600 acres of land and about $6000 in cash. Most of the land and money, of course, will ultimately be owned by the white people. The farming is all done by the whites. Only about one half of the exceedingly fertile Washita Valley has ever been tickled by a plow. Congress will, no doubt remove most of the restrictions from the Indian lands this winter. A new era will commence here after the 6th of March when tribal government will go out of existence. This town was started fourteen years ago. It is located on a slopping prarie, one mile east of the Washita river. Davis has about 1800 inhabitants, mostly from Texas and other Gulf states. A large majority are Democrats. We have six churches, 592 school children and seven teachers. We have two banks, one local paper, many merchantile establishments and no saloon. Davis is located on the main line of the Santa Fe railroad from Kansas to Texas. The Lexington--Davis--Sulpher Springs railroad is under construction. A motor road to romantic Turner Falls, six miles from here will be builded this year. The adjacent Arbuckle mountains contain lots of different minerals, and mining operations will be conducted there in the near future. We have no whiskey here, but lots of very good water, $25,000 water works will be constructed here this season. Lots of cotton and corn is raised in this region. Thousands of cattle and horses are feeding on the naturally cured grass in the nearby mountains. Captain Allen, the staunch Schley--Bryan democrat, is doing fine. He is one of our foremost citizens. He still keeps the Allen Cottage Hotel, the best in Davis. Frank acts as chief clerk in his uncle's confectionary and fruit store. Frank often thinks about the sweet Ellaville girls and the venerable Captain often talks about the land of his childhood and Schley county which was named after one of the very best men that ever breathed. Matt Duhr (Note: I was inspired by this letter to research this family. If you wish to read more on the Allen family, go to the Schley Co. page and check out the migrating families section) PASSING NEWS Dr. J.R. Jordan made a business trip to Atlanta this week. Messrs. A.J. Hill, W.W. Lumpkin, and C.T. Baldwin took in the sights of the capitol city this week. Mr. and Mrs. E.W. Strange, are on a visit to relatives in Atlanta and other North Georgia points. Rev. W.K. Dennis is assisting in a very interesting meeting at Richland this week. Miss Stella Chiply, of Columbus, was the charming guest of her grandmother Mrs. E.S. Baldwin a few days this week. Miss Nettie Lee Williams, of Buena Vista, is a visitor to our town this week, much to the pleasure of her many friends here. Mr. and Mrs. H.P. Murphy, of Alabama, came on last Saturday on a visit to Mrs. R.M. Murphy. Mrs. E.E. Collins was at home today after a three weeks out, on thr road. Enoch is well pleased with his new work. Dr. J.R. Jordan, after an illness of several days, has been fully restored to good health, and his many friends and patrons will be glad to learn that he is again in a position to actively take up his practice. A recent letter from our good friend, Miss Mary Hornady, now of Dawson, brings encouraging news of the health condition of her mother, Mrs. S.E. Hornady. All Schley county will continue to feel a deep interest in the future welfare of this family. NO TRAINS THURSDAY Owing to an accident happening to the morning train enroute from Americus to Columbus, which occured between Buena Vista and the last point mentioned, on Thursday morning, the regular passenger train failed to make it's daily trip, as the track was so obstructed as to prevent its passing. Aside from the inconvenience to travelers who were tied up along the line and the disappointment to many of the daily "train meeters," little else damage was done. end # 4. The Schley County News Friday, February 2, 1906 No. 5 PASSING NEWS Mr. H.A. Peacock made a business trip to Columbus this week. Mrs. Ed Eubanks, of Fort Valley, is on a visit here, the guests of Mrs. R.F. Williamson. Mrs. Edwin L. McGowen and Mrs. McCorkle, of Savannah, are upon a visit to Mrs. L.H. Peacock, arriving this morning. Mr. Edgar Williamson, of Bronwood, spent Sunday and Monday with his parents here, Rev. and Mrs. R.F. Williamson. Miss Claude Livingston, of Smithville, is the guest of Miss Dollie Allen, this week. Messrs. D.A. Peacock and C.E. Baldwin spent Sunday very pleasantly at Doyle, the guests Misses Hair and McCrary, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J.S. Rogers. Mesdames R.E. and A.J. Hill went over to Americus shopping, Monday. Miss Essie Wilson, always a pleasant visitor from Butler, is with her grandmother, Mrs. E. Hill. this week. Mr. T.R. Gress, adjuster for the Central Railroad, was in town on business last Saturday. Mrs. J.N. Scarborough and Mrs. W.C. Cater, of Americus, spent last Friday here, the guest of friends. Miss Lillie Dixon and children returned home last week from a visit to relatives at Americus. Mr. and Mrs. J.E. Stewart, formerly of Americus, will occupy the Woods home in the future. Mr. and Mrs. J.L. Duncan are now comfortably located in their new home on Oglethorpe Street, having moved there on last Monday. Mr. Tankersley, the traveling salesman who was hurt on the Central train here last Thursday, is still suffering from his injuries at the Peacock House. FOR CLERK OF COURT To the voters of Schley county: Thanking my friends for their support in the past, thus honoring me to the election of Clerk of Superior Court, I hereby announce myself a candidate for re-election to this office, and if again elected, I pledge a faithful and punctual service to the duties involved upon me. My candidacy shall be subject to the action of the Democratic executive committee. I earnestly solicit the support of my fellow citizens. E.B. Barrow. FOR REPRESENTATIVE At the solicitation of my friends, I hereby announce myself a candidate for representative, subject to the call of the Democratic Executive committee and I pledge a faithful discharge of duty if elected. C.R. McCrory. FOR TAX RECEIVER I respectfully announce myself a candidate for the office of Tax Receiver of Schley County subject to the call of the County Executive Committee. If elected, I shall attend to the office personally and shall be appreciative and courteous to all. Very Respectfully. J.H. Montgomery. FOR TAX RECEIVER I hereby announce myself as a candidate for Tax Receiver of Schley county, subject to the call of the Executive committee. I most cordially solicit the support of the voters of the county, and if elected, I pledge a true and faithful performance of duty. Very Respt. W.J. Slappey. FOR SHERIFF I desire to announce my candidacy for re-election to the office of Sheriff of Schley, and in doing so, I wish to thank the voters for their kindness in the past; also earnestly soliciting their further support. My candidacy will be subject to the call of the county Executive committee. Very Respt. W.W. Lumpkin. FOR TREASURER I hereby announce myself a candidate for re-election to the office of Treasurer of Schley county, subject to the call of the democratic executive committee. Thanking my friends for their cordial support in the past, I again earnestly solicit their help in the present race. M.B. Dunn. FOR TAX RECEIVER Thanking the voters of Schley county for support in the past, I hereby announce myself a candidate for Tax Receiver, subject to the democratic primary to be called, and pledge myself to a faithful performance of duty. I earnestly solicit your support. Very truly yours, T.C. Tondee. FOR TAX COLLECTOR In announcing for re-election to the office of Tax Collector of Schley county, I wish to thank the voters for their loyal support in the past, and I earnestly solicit the same consideration at their hand as was given me when elected to the office. I have endeavored to faithfully perform the duties of the office to the very best of my ability. My candidacy will be subject to the call of the executive committee. R.A. Wiggins. end #5 The Schley County News Friday, February 9, 1906 No. 6 BOTH FEET CUT OFF Mr. Ramey Devane, formerly of Schley county, boarded the east bound passenger train on the A&B Railroad at Cordele onn last Saturday afternoon, and fell off, falling under the train and getting both of his feet cut off. One foot was entirely cut off, the other was cut off at the instep only leaving the heel. The accident occured in front of the Central Hotel. The injured man was taken immediately to the Cordele Sanitorium, where an operation was performed by Drs. McArthur and Edwards, since which he has been resting nicely and getting along as well as could be expected under the circumstances. His father, Mr. F.M. Devane, left Monday for Cordele upon receiving the news of the unfortunate occurance. PASSING NEWS Mr. and Mrs. J.W. Souter, of Murray, is on a visit to his children in Texas. Quite a number from here went down to Americus Thursday to hear Sousa. Mr. H.P. Murphy, of Ala., made his wife and little son a visit Sunday. Mrs. W.J. Hodges, returned to her home at Atlanta, Tuesday, after a pleasant visit of several weeks here. Masters Burton and Russell Bridges returned with her. Dr. and Mrs. C.H. Smith left Tuesday night for New Smyrna, Fla. where they spend the remainder of the winter. Mrs. J.C. Cannon, of Sumter county, is on a visit to her father, Mr. J.F. Woods. Miss Maude Williamson left Tuesday upon a visit to her sister, Mrs. Eubanks, at Ft. Valley. Mrs. J.R. Jordan spent Tuesday in Columbus, shopping. Mr. S.L. Murray, came up from Albany, Saturday, and spent Sunday with his parents, Rev. and Mrs. J.M. Murray. Miss Helen Glover, of Americas, is the very pleasant guest of Mrs. C.B. Johnson. Miss Park, of Lowe, and Miss Holloway, of County Line, are guests of Mrs. A.M. Park. Invitations are out announcing the marriage of Miss Edithe Stewart to Mr. H.C. Brawner, both of this place, which will occur at the Methodist church on March 1st. CITY COUNCIL NOTES. The New Council assumed control of our city affairs Monday night. The election of Marshall and Treasurer and appointment of the several standing committees for the present year being their first important duty, Mr. Claude Dixon was re-elected Treasurer; the election of Marshall was deferred to the March meeting. Of course our citizens will have but little cause for complaints, but in case the occasion should arise, let your troubles be known to the following committees: Sanitary Committee: J.T. Royal, M.D. Herring, and E.W. Strange. Lamp and Fire Committee: E.W. Strange, J.T. Royal, and J.H. Holloway. Cemetery Committee: M.D. Herring, J.B. Williamson, and J.H. Holloway. Finance Committee: J.B. Williamson, M.D. Herring and J.T. Royal. DEATH OF MR. H.S. DAVIS The Americus Times-Recorder pays the following tribute to the life of a good man: Mr. Henry S. Davis, one of the oldest and most highly esteemed citizens of Americus, passed away peacefully at 4:30 o'clock Saturday morning at his residence on Jackson street after an illness extending over a period of two or three years. His long confinement to his room and more recent severe illness had prepared members of his family for the unexpected end, and sons and daughters were gathered at his bedside. And a long and useful career ws thus brought to an end. Mr. Davis was 72 years of age, and more than half of these were passed in Americus where he came from Schley county in 1867. For many years he engaged in the merchantile business here and was clerk and treasurer of Americus until ill health forced his retirement. During the years of civil strife, he gave his best services to his state for the Southern Confederacy. While yet a young man, he wedded Miss Jennie C. Hemphill, of Wilkes county, who many years ago passed to her reward. Seven sons and daughters who blessed this union still survive them. Mr. Davis was an upright Christian gentleman, the soul of honor and integrity, and no citizen of Americus was more highly esteemed. He was a Mason, member of the Presbyterian church and his career in life was irreproachable; a light for others. The funeral services were conducted from the Presbyterian church at 3 o'clock on last Sunday afternoon, by the pastor, Rev. J.L. Irvin. CASHIER KILLS HIMSELF Information reached here yesterday to the effect that Mr. C.J. Dunn, cashier of the Oglethorpe Bank, had committed suicide at that place. At this writing but little information concerning the very much unexpected occurance can be obtained. SUICIDE AT AMERICUS Mr. Eugene Moore, manager of Clark & Co., cotton brokers, at Americus, committed suicide in his room at the Windsor Hotel Wednesday morning by sending a pistol bullet through his brain. The cause of the act is supposed to have been an account of domestic troubles. end # 6. The Schley County News Friday, February 16, 1906 No. 7. LEGAL ADVERTISEMENT Georgia--Schlet County. Agreeable to an order granted by the Hon. Ordinary of Berrien County, will be sold before the court house door, in Ellaville, Ga., between the lawful hours of sale on the 1st Tuesday in April next, one hundred acres of land more or less on East side of lot No. 12, in the 3rd district of Schley County, Georgia; bounded on the east by T.H. Devane, on the south by run of Fox Branch, on the west by M.C. Carr, and on the north by lot No. 21, in the same district. Sold for the purpose of payment of debts and division among the heirs. Terms Cash---This March 2nd, 1906. A.C. Wilkinson, Admr. of Mrs. Polly Wilkinson. PASSING NEWS Mr. and Mrs. E.L. Bridges spent Tuesday in Americus. Messrs. H.A. Peacock and E.R. Jordan spent Sunday in Buena Vista. Master Earl Collins returned home Monday from a visit to Cordele. Mrs. Will English, of Bronwood, is here this week. Miss Ina Williams left Sunday for Oakfield, after spending a few days with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. H.J. Williams. Miss Mary Williamson left Saturday for Atlanta, where she goes to select spring millinery. The annoucement of Mr. Morgan Collum, in this issue of the News, for the legislature, will not come so much as a surprise, as it has been understood for some time that he would be in the race. Mr. Collum is one of Schley's most highly respected citizens, and by his energy and ability, he has proven himself one of our most successful farmers. end # 7. The Schley County News Friday, February 23, 1906 No. 8. PASSING NEWS Mr. S.R. Bridges, of Atlanta, spent Monday here. Col. I.N. Mott and T.F. Caloway, of Americus, was here Wednesday, on legal business. Miss Ida Munro and Miss Robinson, of Putnam, spent Monday very pleasantly with Mrs. H.S. Munro. Miss Helen Glover returned to Americus Tuesday after a pleasant visit of several days here. Lieutenant Horace Munro, of Washington, D.C., visited Mrs. H.S. Munro, here, Monday. Mr. Jack Slappey, of Plains, was in Ellaville on business this week. Prof. O.E. Stewart, wife and baby, of Brooklyn, spent several days here the past week, the guests of Mr. and Mrs. J.F. Stewart. Hon. W.A. Dodson, of Americus, was mixing with his Ellaville friends Wednesday afternoon. Mr. A.C. Murray is arranging the front of his store by adding plate glass windows. Mrs. William Wooten, and Miss Martha Williams, of Buena Vista, and Miss Mathews, of Talbotton, were guests of Mrs. J.R. Jordan Wednesday. Judge Littlejohn presided in more than thirty murder trials during the past six months, thus recording the bloodiest period in the history of the criminal branch of the Superior courts of his circuit. Miss Mary Eubanks was married to J.D. Freeman, of Columbus, on last Monday evening, the wedding occuring at the home of the brides sister, Mrs. Dread Carswell, at Lowe. Rev. C.D. Carter performed the marriage ceremony. This week we publish the announcement of Mr. J.H. Montgomery for Tax Receiver. Mr. Montgomery is very popular in the county and in every way worthy of the support of our voters. If elected, he will make the county a good officer. The friends of Mrs. S.C. Collins will be pleased to learn that she is bravely surviving a very serious surgical operation which she underwent on last Tuesday morning. The operation was performed by Dr. Bridges assisted by Drs. Desport of Columbus, and Allen of Americus. The friends of Mr. W.W. Lumpkin will read his announcement with great pleasure. Mr. Lumpkin has held the office of Sheriff only two years, and to say that he has made an excellent officer in no wise misrepresents the real facts. In this issue of the News will be seen the announcement of W.J. Slappey, who is no stranger to the voters of Schley county. Having been born and raised in the county and lived in our midst the greater portion of his life, he claims many friends who will take a deep interest in his race. He is a worthy citizen and is fully competant to fill the office. Our fellow townsman C.R. McCrory, announces his candidacy for representative, and it is safe to predict that he will run an excellent race, as his friends are very enthusiastic in his support. Mr. McCrory needs no word of praise from us, as he is generally recognized throughout the county as being one of our most influential citizens. DEATH OF MR. CHAMBLISS Information was received here Wednesday morning bringing with it the sad account of the death of Mr. Homer Chambliss, which occured at his home at Shiloh on last Tuesday night. Several weeks ago Mr. Chambliss fell a victim to that fatal malady, paralysis, from which he could never recover. LITTLE DOUGLAS WALKER DEAD The home of Mr. and Mrs. T.H. Walker, of Andrew Chapel, was visited with gloom and sadness on last Monday night when the angel of death entered therein and laid holy hands upon the innocent soul of their little bright eyed son, Douglas, and bore his little spirit to the glory land. Little Douglas had measels several weeks ago and relapsed, which eventually developed into pneumonia, an attack so stubborn that the most careful attention of skilled physicians and trained nurses proved fruitless. The funeral service was held at the Ellaville cemetery Tuesday afternoon, conducted by Rev. Dennis. end # 8. Missing from the film are issues 9-11, covering the dates of March 2, 9, and 16, 1906. The Schley County News Friday, March 23, 1906 No. 12. PASSING NEWS W.F. Walters is spending the week in Macon. Mr. Max Banner, of Columbus, was here Thursday. Chas. Baldwin spent Sunday at Oglethorpe. Mrs. J.L. Duncan is on a visit to her parents at Waverly Hall. Lon Walters, Jr., now of Columbus, spent several days here this week. ATTENTION VETERANS You are hereby requested to meet at the court house on Saturday, March 31st, 3 p.m., for the purpose of selecting delegates to attend the annual reunion of the U.C.V. at New Orleans, April 25th. Come prepared to pay our annual dues. A. Allen. end # 12. The Schley County News Friday, March 30, 1906 No. 13 A NARROW ESCAPE On last Sunday morning while Mr. John Lightner was alone at his home a few miles from town, a strange negro appeared upon the scene, and when detected by Mr. Lightner, he was in the act of bridling one of his mules. Upon being interferred with by Mr. Lightner, the negro rushed at him with an open knife, and it was with the greatest difficulty that Mr. Lightner prevented the outlaw from killing him. Had it not been that a weeding hoe was nearby, with which he succeeded in knocking the negro off, after having received several slight cuts on his arms, he would have been stabbed to death. The negro made his escape and nothing has since been heard of him. PASSING NEWS Miss Martha and Nettye Lee Williams are with their sister, Mrs. J.R. Jordan. Mr. S.J. Jordan, of Shiloh, was here on business Wednesday. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Dyess, of Englishville, was in town last Friday, as the guests of their mother. Dr. and Mrs. C.R. Davis of Americas, spent Sunday here the guests of Miss Lillie Dixon. Capt. C.L. Peacock went down to Americus Tuesday. Messrs. English, Baldwin, Dixon, and Jordan represented Ellaville in Buena Vista Sunday. Col. Zack Childers, of Americus, spent Tuesday night in Ellaville. The friends of Mrs. M.B. Dunn will be glad to learn that she is very fast improving from a recent illness of several weeks duration. Mr. Phil Lumpkin and wife, of Texas, is on a visit to their brother, Sheriff W.W. Lumpkin, arriving here Tuesday afternoon. Dr. B.L. Bridges, Misses Julia Peacock and Willa Wiggins are spending a few days in Atlanta this week. Mesdames John Daniel, and Cullen Jordan, of Shiloh, spent Tuesday with friends here. Mrs. J.F. Stewart spent Sunday with relatives at Lowe. Capt. C.L. Peacock claims to have the finest Jersey cow in southwest Georgia, and for a fact, she is a beauty. Mrs. J.M. Collum, of Putnam, came to Ellaville shopping, Tuesday. Mr. Nat Stewart, after several weeks vacation, left for his post of duty in the Phillpine Islands, where he has a lucrative position with the Government department. Miss Maude Johnson, of Oglethorpe, was a very pleasant guest at the home of Mr. and Mrs. C.B. Johnson this week. Messrs. J.C. Strange, T.R. Strange and W.A. Perry, of Andrew Chapel, were among the number from that good neighborhood who visited Ellaville this week. Mr. and Mrs. T.V. Bridges returned home Tuesday from Blackville, S.C., where they had been on a two weeks visit to their daughter, Mrs. B.L. Boylston. Our esteemed friend, Walter Stewart, of Taylor County, is a candidate for representative and so far has no opposition. In selecting Mr. Stewart, Taylor will be ably represented in the next legislature. Schley county people again feel proud over the result of another Sumter county election, as Col. W.W. Dykes was nominated for the legislature, while Mr. P.H. Williams was nominated as treasurer, in the primary held on the 22nd. K. OF P. LODGE The K. of P. Lodge held a very interesting meeting last Tuesday night. The following applicants were initiated in the ranks of Page, Esquire and Knight: conferred rank of Page upon Hon. W.D. Murray; conferred the rank of Esquire upon Mr. S.C. Collins; conferred rank of Knight upon Mr. E.L. Holloway. Col Zack Childers, of Americus, was a very pleasant visitor. end of #13 The Schley County News Friday, April 6, 1906 No. 14. WEEK END PARTY Dr. and Mrs. J.R. Jordan entertained at a very delightful week end party the past week. Their lovely home was thrown open for the entertainment of the guests. The host and hostess did all in their power to make the party a success. The young people enjoying the hospitality of the occassion were: Misses Florrie Jackson, of Cuthbert, Blanche Hawkins, of Americus, Grace Woodward, of Barnesville, Martha and Nettylee Williams, of Buena Vista. Messrs. W.L. English, of Bronwood, Roger Williams, of B.V., Harry Dixon, Roney Jordan, Robert Strange, and Charlie Baldwin, of Ellaville. LEGAL ADVERTISEMENT Georgia--Schley County. To whom it may concern: General Brown, having applied for guardianship of the person of Henry Morrison, minor child of Jim and Ella Morrison, late of said county, deceased, notice is given that said application will be heard at my office at 10 o'clock a.m. on the first Monday in May. This April 2nd, 1906. P.E. Taylor, Ordinary. Georgia--Schley County. Will be sold on the first Tuesday in May next, at public outcry at the court house in said county, within the legal hours of sale, to the highest bidder for cash, certain property of which the following is a full and complete description: east half of lot of land number 109 in the 30th district of Schley country, Georgia, containing 101 1/4 acres more or less. Said property levied on as that of R.L. McMichael, Ex., to satisfy a tax fifa issued by James Kelly, Tax Collector of said county, for state and county taxes for the year 1904. Tenant in possession notified. This April 4th, 1906. W.W. Lumpkin, Sheriff. FOR SALE On Wednesday next, April 11th, I will offer for sale to the highest bidder my two store houses recently occupied by C.L. Peacock & Son, together with building privilage of brick wall of J.B. Williamson brick store. I will also sell four show cases, one iron safe, good as new, together with other store fixtures. Terms Oct. 1st, with approved security, this April 5, 1906. C.L. Peacock and Son. end of #14 The Schley County News Friday, April 13, 1906 No. 15. SUPERIOR COURT Superior court convened Monday morning at the appointed hour, Judge Littlejohn, Solicitor Hooper, quite a number of visiting lawyers and a whole drove of politicians being on hand. The charge to the grand jury was one of the most comprehensive ever delivered in this county. In the course of his remarks, Judge Littlejohn paid high tribute our county, touching upon the financial and moral condition of our people. The civil docket was taken up in due order and owing to the scarcirty of cases and the absence of lawyers , there will be no civil cases tried. Reading the criminal dockett on the afternoon of the same day, the following cases were disposed of: State vs. Bob Warren, carrying pistol, plea of Guitly, 12 months in the gang or 100.00, and cost. State vs. James Cogbill, and Pleas Devane, assault and battery, verdict guilty, 12 months in the gang or $100 including costs. State vs Henry Clay, assault with the intent to murder, verdict of recommendation that he be punished as for a misdemeanor, 12 months in the gang, straight. State vs Arthur Wiggins, assault with intent to murder, verdict of guilty, reduced to misdemeanor by the court, 12 months in the gang, straight. State vs John K. Murray, interferring with devine worship, verdict of guilty, 8 months in the gang or $60.00. Court adjorned Thursday, the grand jury finishing up in the afternoon. RESULTS OF FRIDAY'S PRIMARY For Representative J.T. Royal 97 M.E. Collum 174 C.R. McCrory 138 For Clerk of Superior Court E.B. Barrow 408 For Sheriff W.W. Lumpkin 409 For Tax Collector R.A. Wiggins 408 For Tax Receiver T.C. Tondee 149 W.J. Slappey 89 J.H. Holloway 170 For Treasurer M.B. Dunn 412 For Surveyor A.S. Rainey 412 For Coroner Brad Teel 412 PASSING NEWS Mrs. A.J. Hill and Miss Essie Wilson spent Thursday at Americus. Mr. and Mrs. Cleve Burt and Miss Maude Williamson will spend Sunday at Buena Vista, the guests of Mrs. W.Z. Burt. Miss Patterson, of Columbus, will visit Ellaville next week, as the guest of Mrs. S.C. Collins. Miss Athen, of Macon, Ga., is a very charming visitor of Mrs. C.B. Johnson this week. Mesdames E.L. Bridges and J.H. Cheney visited friends at Montezuma Monday. Misses Minnie and Lucille Lindsay are at home again on a vacation from Monroe College. Drs. Homer Lightner and Ein Collum are at home from the Atlanta Medical College, and are now full fledge doctors. The Misses Perry, of Andrew Chapel, were the guests of the Misses Lumpkin here this week. Miss Edithe Munro and Kity Walker spent several days last week with Miss Vera Mott at her home in the country. end # 15. The Schley County News Friday April 20, 1906 No.16 SAN FRANCISCO SWEPT INTO MASS OF RUINS Telegrams received here Wednesday morning brought news of the almost utter ruin of the great city of San Francisco, as the result of an earthquake and a disasterous fire that followed. The loss of lives being estimated at 2000, while property loss runs into the millions. APRIL WEDDING AT ANDREW CHAPEL. Mr. and Mrs. T.R. Strange, of Andrew Chapel, have sent out invitations to the marriage of their daughter, Miss Eva, to Col. Z.S. Childers, of Americus, the rites to be solmenized on Thursday evening next, the 26th, at their home. Owing to the wide acquaintance and unusual popularity of both contracting parties, the occasion will be looked forward to with great interest and pleasant anticipation by a host of friends and well wishers in this county. MARRIAGE OF MISS BATTLE TO MR. LIVINGSTON Mrs. Edna K. Battle left for Unadilla last Tuesday, where she went to be present at the marriage of her daughter, Miss Lottie, to Mrs. U.S. Livingston, of Macon. The wedding being solemnized on last Wednesday evening at the Methodist church of that place. Miss Lottie has many friends and relatives in this county who will receive the news of her marriage with much interest. Mr. Livingston, we understand holds a reponsible position with the Southern Portrait Co., as state manager of agencies. Immediately after their marriage they left for South Carolina, where they will spend several weeks, then returning to Macon, their future hime. W.B. Merritt was among the number of visitors to our town last week. He is a candidate for re-election to the office of State School Commissioner, and as is he succeeded in being elected before without Schley's help, we can very well afford to give him the county this time. It should have gone for him before. PASSING NEWS Mrs. L.W. Dixon, of LaCrosse, has been the guest of Mrs. Cleve Burt for the past few days. Mr. and Mrs. S.C. Collins visited her parents at Putnam Wednesday. Mrs. J. R. Jordan went up to Atlanta for a few days this week. Dr. B.L. Bridges spent Tuesday and Wednesaday at Augusta. Misses Bennett and Strange, of Andrew Chapel, have been the very pleasant guests of Miss Annie Collum of Putnam for the past week. The Georgia Chatauqua opens opens up at Albany on the 22nd, of this month. The Central of Georgia will give a rate of one fare plus 50 cents. Quite a number from here are anticipating going, Rumor has it that there is soon to be wedding of much interest to quite a number of people in Ellaville however the contracting parties are neither of this place. The application of the paint brush has greatly improved the appearence of the home of Mr. R.A. Wiggins. Mrs Freeman, of Waverly Hall, is the guest oh her daughter, Mrs. J.L. Duncan this week. Mrs. C.H. Wall, of Wall Crossing, spent the day here Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. W.J. Slappey, of LaCrosse, was the guests of Mrs. R. F. Tison Sunday. Mrs. J.R. Holloway, of County Line, has been spending several days with her daughter, Mrs. A.M. Park. The arrival of a lille girl has brightened the home of Mr. and Mrs.E. H. Morrison. Little Miss Park is among the the reccent arivals in Ellaville at the home of Mr. and Mrs. A.M. Park. Mrs. E.E. Collins is visiting the family of Mr. T.R. Strange, at Andrew Chapel. A wedding at Andrew Chapel will be the next and most prominent social function of the season. end #16. The Schley County News Friday, April 27, 1906 No.17 We have before us the Davis News, published at Davis, Indian Territory, the home of Capt. Tip Allen, brother to A. and Wm. Allen, of this place. Judging from the many evidences of prosperity and natural advantages that the News holds out for the Territory, it must certainly be the coming section of the union. PASSING NEWS Mrs. Theodore Wimbish, of Andrew Chapel, was here shopping yesterday. Mrs. J.H. Cheney spent several days at Albany, this week. Miss Mary Hornady, now of Dawson, was a pleasant visitor here this week. She is now with her sister, Mrs. E.B. Hornady, at Buena Vista, for several days. Messrs. E.T. Lightner, E.W. Strange, J.F. Wood, W.W. Dykes, Brad Teel and W.W. Lumpkin represented Schley county at New Orleans this week. Mesdames P.S. and R.W. Stephens, of Putnam, have been with Mrs. S.C. Collins several days this week. Misses Minnie Caskey and Ophelia Threlkeld took in the Chatauqua at Albany this week, as the guests of Miss Ida Kitchens. A PRETTY HOME WEDDING The hospitable home of Mr. and Mrs. T.R. Strange was the scene of a happy marriage on Thursday evening, which united their charming daughter, Miss Eva to Col.Z.S. Childers, of Americus. A large assemby of relatives and friends from Americus, Ellaville, Dawson and Buena Vista witnessed the union of these popular young people. Loving hands had transformed the home into a bower of beauty with southern smilax, fragrant roses and carnations. The color scheme, of pink and white, being carried out in all the details. To the inspiring strains of Mendelsohn's wedding march skillfully rendered by Miss Sarah Jefferson, the bride, a radiant vision in white, entered with the groom and stood beneath the arch of green, as Rev. W.K. Dennis spoke the words that made them one. Soft low music added to the sweet solemnity of the minister's voice. Immediately after the ceremony the guests were ushered into the dinning room to enjoy a sumptuous wedding feast. In the lower hall delicious punch was served during the evening. The presents were numerous and elegant, attesting the popularity of the bride and groom. Mrs. Childers has been one of the most admired and beloved young ladies that ever lived in this section. Mr. Childers has hosts of friends to congratulate him on winning so rare a jewel. He is a prominent and popular lawyer of the Americus bar and well deserves his good fortune. They will be at home at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. J.R. Williams. end # 17. The Schley County News Friday, May 4, 1906 No. 18 PASSING NEWS Mr. J.C. Rainey spent the day at Americus, Monday. Mr. Foster Cheney is at home on a vacation from the Agricultural College at Dahlonaga. G.N. Greene, of Shellman, spent a few days with relatives this week. The greater part of our citizenery have spent the week at Dozier's Mill this week, fishing. Mrs. Cleve Burt and Miss Maude Williamson are spending a few days in Buena Vista this week. Mr. Morgan Cox, of Webster, has been the guest of Judge T.J. Hixon this week. Mr. Jim Hill Womack has accepted a position at Box Springs, Ga., where he will go in the next few days. Col. Will Tondee, after a very pleasant stay of a few days with his mother, returned to his post of duty at Huck-a-chub-bee-u-be-ta-bee, Ala. Mr. Walter Stewart was here yesterday receiving congratulations of his many Ellaville friends upon his victory in the representative race in Taylor county on last Friday. Prof. Horace Stewart is at home again after another very successful term, as principal of the Wallace, N.C. High School. Dr. Homer Lightner, recently graduated in medicine, has located in Ideal, Ga., a new town on the A&B road, between Oglethorpe and Talbotton. Quite a little party, composed of W.D. Murray and wife, W.K. Dennis and wife, Mrs. A.C. Murray and Miss Myers, spent several days very pleasantly, fishing, this week at Stewart's Mill. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Poole lost their little two year old daughter, her death occuring at their home, near LaCrosse, on last Monday night. The funeral service and burial took place at Hopewell Church, the following Tuesday. The announcement of the approaching wedding of Miss Martha Williams, of Buena Vista, to Mr. William English, to be solemnized on the 28th of June, will be received by the many friends of the contracting parties with a great deal of interest. WALL'S CROSSING ITEMS A fishing party consisting of James, Andrew, Cleveland, Walter, Will and Ben Sellars, Chas. Bivins and Crisp Wall went to Back Creek Friday afternoon and camped there until 12 o'clock. There were but few fish caught. Mr. C.H. Wall attended court at Buena Vista this week. Messrs. J.W. Snider, S.T. Harper, R.M. Rainey, C.M. Rainey, and J.A. Snider made made business trips to Buena Vista this week. Mrs. C.H. Wall and children spent last Sunday with Mrs. R.F. Tison. Mr. and Mrs. H.W. Sellars and children made Mr. and Mrs. A.C. Chapman a visit sunday. Let all the people of the community, both young and old, go to work and get up a better Sunday school at Hopewell. Miss Eva Wall attended the Strange-Childers wedding at Andrew Chapel last Thursday night. It is rather dry now, and the crops need a shower badly. People of this section are nearly all through planting cotton, and much of it is ready to be chopped. Chas. C. Wall. end of #18 The Schley County News Friday, May 11, 1906 No. 19 HAILSTORM LAST FRIDAY A slight hailstorm struck our little town last Friday afternoon and for a short while "things" looked just the least bit squally. While the hail was not as heavy as some have had, the pieces that fell were pronounced by our oldest citizens as being the largest they had ever seen. Many of them were larger than a hen egg. SCHEDULE CHANGED The schedule of the regular passenger train from Columbus to Americus has been changed, and parties going to Americus will have but little time in which to transact business, as the train now leaves Americus at 2 o'clock, wheretofore it left at 3. We only have an hour and thirty minutes under the new schedule. ATTEMPT TO WRECK TRAIN An attempt was made last Thursday night to wreck the Central train from Americus to Greenville at a point near Stinson about 8 miles below there. A crosstie had been upon the track at the north end of the curve, just where it left the cut, and but for the fact that the tie was laid at right angles across the track, the attempt would probably have been successful. As it was, the pilot of the engine pressed over the obstruction so tightly that the timber slid along the rails ahead of the wheels until the train could be stopped. The negro brakeman, Rich Mathews, discovered a party concelaed near the spot and chased him into the woods, failing to capture him. No damage was done. LEGAL ADVERTISEMENT Georgia--Schley County. To Whom it May Concern: J.H. Fulford having in proper form, applied to me for permanent Letters of Administration on the estate of Mrs. Amanda C. Fulford, late of said county, this is to cite all and singular the creditors and next of kin of Mrs. Amanda C. Fulford to be and appear at my office within the time allowed by law and show cause, if any they can, why said permanent letters should not be granted to J.H. Fulford on Mrs. Amanda C. Fulford's estate. This 8th day of May 1906. P.E. Taylor, Ordinary. Last Monday, forty-five years ago, the Schley Guards left Ellaville to go to the front. The mention of this will not doubt bring to mind many vivid recollections to the remaining few of the brave old heroes left. God bless them, may their days be lengthened, their last moments the brightest and happiest, and may generations never cease honoring their names and commending their virtues--such as the world has never equaled. PASSING NEWS Mr. and Mrs. R.E.L. Walters were here, shopping, Tuesday. Dr. B.L. Bridges went over to Columbus Tuesday night. Hon. J.H. Fulford, of Dawson, came up for a few days this week to visit relatives at Murray. Misses Ophelia Threlkeld snd Minnie Caskey returned home Sunday from a two weeks visit at Albany. Misses Bessie Lou and Imogene Sears, and Anna Belle McCrory spent Saturday at Americus. Messrs. Lumpkin, Jordan, Dixon, and Walters drove over to Americus Tuesday to take a peep at the Columbia--America ball game. Miss Irene Park, of Americus, is the guest of Mrs. A.M. Park. Miss Helen Glover, of Americus, is on a visit to Miss Julia Peacock this week. Mrs. J.R. and Miss Jewel Holloway spent Wednesday with Mrs. A.M. Park. Mr. and Mrs. J.H. Holloway spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. W.W. Dykes at Pine Grove. Mrs. Easterlin, of Andersonville, spent several days with Mrs. C.B. Johnson this week. Mrs. Wyl Williams Gilmore and little son, of Tennelle, are the guests of Miss Julia Peacock. Mrs. L.H. Peacock and Haynes Collins will leave Sunday for Savannah, where they go to visit Mrs. Edwin L. McGowen. Drs. Bridges, Stewart and Collum performed a very difficult operation on Mr. Harris, of Marion county, for cancer, on last Monday morning. The operation was a complete success and Mr. Harris is holding up excellently under same. WALL'S CROSSING ITEMS Miss Emmie Storie, Buena Vista, is a guest of her aunt, Mrs. R.M. Rainey, this week. Mr. Cottie Mathews, of Atlanta, made his uncle, Dr. R.T. Bivins, a short visit last week. We had some nice showers of rain last Thursday, Friday and Saturday. On Friday there was a hail storm, the hail was the largest that has ever been seen around here, but it was not very thick. It damaged the crops very little. Rev. Ansley preached at Glen Holly school house Saturday night. There was a large crowd out. Misses Jewell and Hewitt Blackshear and Viola Jordan were the guests of Irene Wall Sunday. Cotton chopping will be the occupation for day hands for about two weeks now. Walls crossing needs a depot, more goods are received there than any other place the same size. I'm glad to say that Mr. J.A. Snider who has been on the sick list for the past week is improving. Mr. L.H. Snider went to Ellaville Saturday. Mr. L.H. Snider and family were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. C.H. Wall Sunday. Mr. C.T. Rainey spent Sunday in Ellaville. Mr. and Mrs. E.B. Barrow (Superior court clerk) went to Marshallville Saturday where they will stay a few days visiting relatives. end # 19. The Schley County News Friday, May 18, 1906 No. 20 DEATH OF MISS DANIEL Miss Agnes Daniel, one of the most beloved young ladies of Sumter county, died at 11 o'clock last Tuesday night at her home near Americus, the end coming after an illness of some length. Funeral services were conducted from the residence of her uncle, Mr. R.L. McMath, at Americus, on Wednesday afternoon. Miss Daniel having visited Ellaville several times in the past, she made many friends here who will deeply regret to hear of her very sad death. NEWS FROM EBERNEZAR Mr. and Mrs. W.L. Reed were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. John Owens Sunday. Little Miss Pearl Owens spent last week with her brother W.T. Owens near Ellaville. Mr. J.L. Lightner spent Saturday night with his sister Mrs. O.B. Womack. Miss Nannie LIghtner of Sylvester is the guest of her sister, Mrs. Chas. Snider. Mr. and Mrs. L.B. Owens spent Saturday and Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Dock Wall at Hopewell. Mr. Arthur Guy made a flying trip on Caskeys Hill, Sunday. Lookout girls for pa's toy. Mr. and Mrs. W.T. Owens visited Mr. and Mrs. John Short, Sunday. Brown Eyes. PASSING NEWS Mrs. J.P. Cannon, of Sumter, is on a visit here this week. The Misses Williams spent Sunday with Mrs. Jordan. Miss Sallie Fanny Freeman, of Waverly Hall, is the very attractive guest of her sister, Mrs. J.L. Duncan. Mrs. Norman has moved to Ideal where she will engage in the Hotel business. Mrs. Livingston, "nee," Miss Lottie Battle, of Macon, is the guest of Miss Minnie Caskey. Dr. Lightner and Mr. A.A. Arrington spent Sunday at Ideal. Messrs. Henry Patton and J.R. Cook, of Schley, were in town on business this week. Miss Etheridge, of Schley, was a pleasant visitor here Tuesday. Messrs. Usry and Gills, prominent citizens from Murray, were here on business yesterday. Mr. and Mrs. J.C. Rainey spent the day, Sunday, with Mr. and Mrs. E.B. Barrow, at Hopewell. Mr. Ford Stewart, of Macon, arrived yesterday. Mrs. Mit Hogg came home yesterday from a visit to Atlanta. Capt. C.L. Peacock went over to Albany Wednesday. Mrs. Wyl Pearl Williams Gilmore and bright little son, Ellison, after a pleasant saty of several days here with old friends left for their home at Tennelle Wednesday. Mrs. Augustus Smith, Dave and Zollie Kleckly of Barnesville, arrived yesterday, having been called to the bedside of their grandmother, Mrs. Patience Mott, who is quite ill at the home of Mr. J.T. Stewart. Dr. and Mrs. C.H. Smith reached home today from Florida. Mrs. W.Z. Burt of Buena Vista, is the guest of Mrs. Cleve Burt. Miss Marie Hagerty, of Americus, is visiting Miss Edithe Munro. Mr. E.R. Jordan returned home today from Augusta where he had been for the past few days as a delegate to the Grand Lodge convention of the Knights of Pythias. WALL CROSSING ITEMS Miss Lucy Rainey has been visiting relatives at Buena Vista the past week. Mr. Chas. M. Rainey went to Americus last Tuesday on business. Mesdames R.F. Tison and C.H. Wall spent Thursday at Bumphead, the guests of Mrs. W.J. Slappey. Mr. C.H. Wall made a visit to his place near Shiloh last Monday, returning with a fine string of fish, the largest being a four pound trout. Mr. and Mrs. W.E. Barrow visited the family of Mr. E.B. Barrow, Sunday. Mrs. T.B. Rainey, of Buena Vista, passed through Monday enroute to LaCrosse, to visit Mrs. W.J. Slappey. Chas. C. Wall. end #20 The Schley County News Friday, May 25, 1906 No. 21 NEGRO KILLED NEAR LACROSSE On last Monday afternoon, at LaCrosse, the hand car, on which were foreman Hancock and several darkies, jumped the track, almost instantly killing one of the negroes and badly injuring foreman Hancock and two of the negroes. The accident was the result of a defective axle. Dr. Bridges, the R.R. surgeon, was immediately summonsed, but the negro died soon after reaching there. Upon examnination, it was found that the negro's skull had been broken by cause of being thrown against the steel track. DEATH OF T.J. BAISDEN The funeral services of Mr. T.J. Baisden, whose death occured at a late hour Saturday night, were held from his late residence here at 4 o'clock Sunday afternoon, conducted by Rev. J.P. Wardlow. A large concourse of relatives and friends united in paying sorrowful tribute to this esteemed citizen, for so many years a resident of Americus. The long illness of Mr. Baisden had prepared his family for the inevitable, and with the coming of the Sabbath morn, he sank into peaceful rest. Mr. Baisden was fifty six years of age and the greater portion of his life was spent in this city engaged in business pursuits, esteemed among all--Monday's Times Recorder. NOTICE Notice is hereby given that at the next session of the General Assembly of Georgia, a bill will be introduced entitled An act to amend an act chartering the town of Ellaville in Schley county, approved Nov. 23rd, 1859; acts of 1859, page 154, also to amend an act amending said charter, approved Sept. 17th, 1883, acts of 1882 and 1883, pages 360 to 363, so as to strike the word town wherever it appears in the captions of said acts and in each and every section of said acts and amended acts, where the said word town appears, and insert in lieu there of the word city, so that said place of Ellaville will become incorporated or chartered as a city and not a town, and for other purposes. May 22, 1906. PASSING NEWS Miss Carolyne Smith, of Indian Springs, is the guest of her uncle, Dr. C. Smith. Mr. Steve Rainey, of Hopewell, happened to the misfortune of losing a fine mule last week. Mr. Charlie Battle, of Savannah, was here this week on a visit to relatives. Mr. C.A. Murphey, of Selma, Ala., is on a visit to his parents, Mr. and Mrs. R.M. Murphey. Mr. H.A. Peacock went up to Macon Wednesday on business. Miss Flora Taylor, of Dawson, is on a visit to Dr. and Mrs. C.H. Smith. Get a hay press from Judge P.E. Taylor and save your hay. Mr. Jake Sligh, now of Missouri, was here this week. Misses Fleming, of Tazewell, and McMichael, of Buena Vista, are the guests of Miss Edithe Munro, this week. Miss Mary Lightner is spending the week with Miss Lula Stewart. Miss Willa Wiggins has as her guest doing (during?) commencement, Miss Alice Lightner, Bertie and Ida Belle Gresham. Mr. John Henry Mott of Mon???(Monroe?) county, attended the funeral of his mother, Mrs. Patience Mott, this week. Mr. Stacey Jones, of Columbus, spent Sunday with his parents, Dr. and Mrs. C.G. Jones. A certain Schley county man is to be married to a N.C. young lady in the near future. Prof. R.F. and Rev. W.K. Dennis leaves Monday for a week's fishing on the Alapaha river. Sorry to say the communication from Ebernezar arrived too late for publication. Mr. E.T. Woods came over from Dawson Sunday to spend the day with home folks here. Mr. and Mrs. J.H. Spivey, of Alabama, were here this week on a visit to their father, Judge C.L. Battle. CARD OF THANKS We wish to extend through the columns of the News, our sicere, heartfelt thanks to the many friends who rendered willing assistance in the last illness of our dearly beloved and recently deceased mother. Tis such acts of kindness, freely extended, that bind more closely the ties of friendship and love. Sincerely yours. Mr. and Mrs. L.T. Stewart. MR. T.D. DEVANE DEAD Mr. Tom Devane died at his home three miles north of Ellaville, Thursday morning, the cause of his death being dropsey, from which he has been a sufferer for more than a year past. Mr. Devane was a good man and highly respected by all. His death is an unusually sad one, owing to the unfortunate fact that he leaves a family of motherless children, having lost his wife several years ago. His remains were laid to rest in the family cemetery today. DEATH OF MRS. MOTT Surrounded by her children and grandchildren, Mrs. Patience Mott fell asleep last Sunday morning at her home near Lowe, after an illness of only a week's duration. Mrs. Mott had lived a long and profitable life, having reached her eighty-first birhday only three days previous to her death. She spent all of her days here in Schley county, where she was widely known and greatly beloved by all who knew her. Her life was truly one filled with Christian sunshine, crowned with acts of love and deeds of charity. We know of no higher tribute to pay to the memory of the good woman than to say that "she lived to bless mankind." The funeral services and burial took place at Friendship Church Monday morning at 11 o'clock, conducted by her pastor, Rev. C.D. Carter. NEWS FROM EBERNEZAR Mr. O.B. Womack was on the sick list this week. Misses Lizzie and Viola Jordan, were visitors to Ebernezar Saturday. A large crowd was entertained by Mrs. Mary Short last Saturday night. Delicious ice cream was served. Miss Minnie Caskey, of Ellaville, is the guest of Miss Annie Belle Harper. Miss Ella Ciscers was a visitor to Ebernezar community Sunday. Messrs. John Snider, Leonard Short, and Luther Womack spent Sunday afternoon on Caskey's Hill. Rev. C.D. Carter filled his regular appointment at Ebernezar Sunday, preaching to a large and interesting congregation. Mr. Luther Womack, on his way home from the entertainment at Mrs. Short's Saturday night, happened to an accident which came very near proving serious. His horse became frightened and running against a tree, tearing one wheel to pieces.--Brown Eyes. end # 21. The Schley County News Friday, June 1, 1906 No. 22 BY A FRIEND On the night of April 30th, 14 minutes after 11 o'clock, the death angel came to the home of Mr. and Mrs. W.T. Poole and called for dear baby, little Thelma, and oh how sad it was to say farewell, as the angel wafted her sweet spirit away, but we watched and it seemed sweet and peaceful with her at the last. She was sent to earth to be loved and as we all had learned to love her so much, it was so sad to say farewell to her; but God knows best and He only gave her to loved ones to spend 16 months and then sent His angel after her and carried her to the land of the blessed, where no pain nor death can come. We extend our love and sympathy to the bereaved ones, and only hope that when we come to the river that marks the unknown shore, we can pass over as did little Thelma.--A Friend. PASSING NEWS Mr. Chas. Jones, of Sumter, spent Sunday here. Miss McAfee, of Americus, is guest of Miss Luella Woods. Miss Leila Rowland, of Americus, is the guest of relatives here. Mr. S.J. Jordan, of Sumter, spent the day here Tuesday. Mrs. S.C. Collins and children spent Sunday at Putnam. Mrs. H.P. Murphey, and Miss Loca Paine, of Alabama, are here on a visit to relatives. Miss Verdie Sears, of Florida, is the very pleasant guest of Miss Bessie Lou Sears. Mr. John Wall and Prof. Farmer, of Broxton, spent several days here last week. Mr. Preston McCrory, of Columbus, was the guest of his uncle, Col. C.R. McCrory, last week. Mrs. R.M. Murphey is on a visit to her son, D.P. Murphey, at Waycrosse. Miss Maymie Livingston, of Smithville, is on a visit to Miss Dollie Allen, this week. Misses Willa and Norene Wiggins are visiting, at Boston, Ga., the guests of their sister, Mrs. W.E. Nichols. In honor of her guests, Misses McMichael, Fleming, and Haggerty, Miss Edithe Munro entertained a large host of her friends on last Thursday evening. Hon. J.M. Collum is at Athens this week attending the meeting of the Trustees of the State Normal School. Mr. J.L.B. Ursy(Usry?) was in town Saturday, called us across the street and helped our feelings a dollars worth. Mr. L.E. Tondee, one of our very few, pay in advance, subscribers, called in last week and handed us a large summer time dollar. Messrs. Henry Patton and J.R. Cook, of Schley, were in town on business this week. Mr. and Mrs. J.L. Cheney is attending commencement at Montezuma this week. Mr. and Mrs. J.L. Duncan spent Saturday night with Mr. and Mrs. C.C. Jordan, at their pretty country home. Prof. R.F. Dennis, who has for the past week been interesting our people in real estate at Milltown, Ga., has disposed of some 12 or 15 lots, selling them to our leading citizens. Does this mean that Ellaville is to loose some of her good people? Notice is hereby given that the editor of the News will present to the City Council, at the next regular meeting of that august body, an ordinance providing for the prohibiting of political discussions on the street; loud laughing by the Hon. E.B. Barrow, and to deal with other and similar matters of every nature, which in effect will tend to entice the said editor away from his daily duties. Any others laboring under the same intimidation will please join me in getting this measure through. Mr. Newt Smith, a prominent citizen of Marion County, died at the home of his daughter at Cordele on last Monday. He had been a sufferer for years with a cancer which eventually caused his death. His remains were brought home Tuesday and interred at the family cemetery near Draneville. end # 22. The Schley County News Friday, June 8, 1906 No. 23 NOTICE TO FARMERS The Farmer's Institute for the 13th district, Sumter, Schley, and Macon will be held at Americus, Sumter County, Friday, June 15th, 1906. Everbody cordially invited to attend. We will have good programs and fine lectures and a pleasant time generally. R.E.L. Eason, Vice Pres. Groceries, new, fresh, and the best. Phone No. 12 when you need groceries. We will have them at your door in five minutes time. Mott & Threlkeld. Citation Georgia--Schley County. Homer H. Threlkeld, guardian for Cecil Stewart, having applied to me to be discharged from such guardianship, let all persons concerned show cause before me at the court house in said county on the first Monday in July next, why said application for discharge should not be granted. Witness my hand and official signature, this 1st day of June, 1906. Phil E. Taylor, Ordinary. Georgia--Schley County. Notice of application for leave to sell land. Notice is hereby given that the undersigned has applied to the Ordinary of said county for leave to sell land belonging to the estate of Eugene Dixon for the purpose of distribution. Said application will (be) passed on at regular term of the court of Ordinary for said county to be held on the first Monday in July, 1906. This June 5th, 1906. Clade (Claude?) Dixon, Administrator, Estate Eugene Dixon. If no objection is interposed, an order will be granted at Commissioner's Court of Schley county on the first Tuesday in July next for a public road to be opened and established beginning near place of Z.T. Snipes and R.T. Bivens, and through lands of Collum Bros., thence on land line between Charles Blackshear and J.R. Jordan, and intersects with road leading from Ellaville to Buena Vista, Ga. By order of board of county commissioners. June 5, 1906. S.T. Harper, Chair'n., W.D. Murray, Sec. NEWS FROM EBERNEZAR Miss Annie Bell Harper spent Monday at Ellaville with Miss Minnie Caskey. Miss Lilla Bryant of Murry is the guest of Mrs. Chas. Snider this week. Mr. and Mrs. J.W. Reed were visitors in our ville Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Eli Jordan spent Sunday with Mrs. W.T. Owens. Mrs. R.L. Reed has been quite sick this week, but we are glad to say she is now improving. Miss Luella Woods and Miss McAfee came out from Ellaville and spent several days with Miss Mary Johnson last week at her country home. Mrs. Chas. Snider and sister visited relatives over Buck Creek last Saturday. Mrs. George Johnson entertained a large crowd Saturday night, serving delicious refreshments at the conclusion. Misses Ida Owens and Mary Johnson spent Sunday with Mrs. W.T. Owens. Messrs. Leonard Short, Flem Johnson, and Emma Wall were guests of Mr. I.P. Owens last week.---Brown Eyes. PASSING NEWS Dr. J.S. Lightner went over to Americus Wednesday on business. Miss Alice Lightner is the guest of relatives at Montezuma. Mr. and Mrs. Arther, of Shellman, spent the past week with their uncle, Mr. T.V. Bridges. Rev. and Prof. Dennis have returned home from a two week's fish in South Georgia. Miss Ina Williams is at home on a vacation, her music school having closed at Oakfield, last Friday. Little Miss Dorothy Cheney came home from Atlanta Monday where she has been attending school. Mr. and Mrs. R.W. Edwards returned from their winter trip in Florida, Monday. Mrs. Ed Eubanks is on a visit to her mother, Mrs. R.F. Williamson, coming from Fort Valley, Tuesday. Miss Dollie Allen was the guest of Miss Claud Livingston at Smithville a few days the past week. Mr. L.C. Baldwin, of Marietta, was in our town a short while Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. H.C. Brawner spent Tuesday in Columbus. Mesdames McCrory, of Columbus, and McCook, of Cusseta, are the guests of Mrs. J.B. Williamson. Miss Lucy Baldwin is at home again much to the delight of her many friends. Miss Alice Hurt, of Baltimore, is stopping with her cousin, Mrs. S.C. Collins, for a few days. Mr. and Mrs. E.W. Strange are spending a few days at Stewart's Mill this week. Miss Nella Rowland is a visitor to our town, coming from Americus last week. Harry and Louis Collins are on a visit to grand parents at Bronwood. Mrs. E.L. McGowan, of Savannah, is with her mother, Mrs. L.H. Peacock, arriving here yesterday. D.A. Peacock was at home Sunday. Dr. and Mrs. J.R. Jordan, spent Friday in Americus. Mrs. J.T. Stewart went over to Americus shopping last Friday. Miss Bessie Lou Sears spent the past week in Macon. Mr. Buster Walker of Box Springs, is on a visit to his mother here this week. Messrs. J.D. Dudley and W.I. Kennedy, of Albany, spent Sunday here. Miss Julia Peacock was the guest of Mrs. C.A. Chambliss at Americus last Friday and Saturday. Miss Maggie Williams returned home from Americus Wednesday. Miss Anddie (Addie) Tyson came home Wednesday from a visit to Mrs. W.J. Slappey, at LaCrosse. Miss Mamie Freeman, of Waverly Hall, is with her sister, Mrs. J.L. Duncan. Mr. and Mrs. Z.S. Childers, of Americus, spent Sunday at Andrew Chapel, the guests of Mr. and Mrs. R.T. Strange. Mrs. T.J. Murphey, returned home Tuesday from Fort Valley, where she had been on a visit to her daughter, Mrs. Henry Mathis. Col. E.J. Hart and family have moved out to their country home for the summer months. Their former residence will be occupied by Mr. and Mrs. H.C. Brawner. Miss Lillie Dixon entertained quite a number of the younger set on Wednesday evening at her home on Oglethorpe Street. The occasion was made all the more delightful by playing games, interspersed with delicious punch and other refreshments. At the home of her grandmother, Mrs. T.J. Walker, Miss Katie Walker entertained her many friends on last evening at a birthday party. Aside from the social feature of the occassion Miss Walker was the recipient of many expressions of friendship in the form of timely little presents. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE Considerable complaint is being heard relative to the conduct of some parties who visit our cemetery. It is claimed that certain persons--perhaps children--go there and litter up the graves and even so far forget themselves as to walk their muddy feet upon the slabs which covers the spot where lies our loved ones, cold in death. Such should not be in the good town of Ellaville, for nothing could so greatly reflect discredit upon our citizenry as to be found wanting the proper respect for our dead. We should remember, upon entering the City of the Dead, that there is not within its sacred precincts a mound so old but that in days gone by some friend, loved one, or companion knelt there to drop a tear of love. Let us be careful along this line. If it is your child, mother, that is so fast easing out from under your influence as to deliberately spit upon the sacred place where lies the dead, then you had better renew your effort in moulding the character of your child. The cemetery is no place for a frolic, but, it may be, that some children have not been so taught. end # 23. The Schley County News Friday, June 15, 1906 No. 24 STORM AT TIFTON Tifton, Ga., June 12---At 1:30 this afternoon, after lowering clouds and hard rain, for one hour, a cyclone swooped down on about the central part of the city, coming from the east, and left desolation in it's wake. Hundreds of trees were uprooted, small houses were utterly swept away, leaving in some places not a sign. Homes shook and fell. More than fifty houses were damaged and shattered. Eight tenement houses completely destroyed, two persons seriously injured and many others hurt. The Tifton Mfg. Co. was wrecked, the Presbyterian church lifted and moved ten feet and completely ruined. Damage is roughly estimated at twenty five thousand dollars. MARRIAGE AT MACON The social event of the week is the wedding of Mrs. Ira Jordan and Hon. John D. Little. The event will take place at the home of Samuel Dunlap, brother to Mrs. Jordan, Saturday afternoon. Bishop Nelson will perform the ceremony. FROM TEXAS Mr. William Allen received a letter this week from his son Charlie, of Stanton, Tex., bearing the news of his recent marriage to Miss May Elam of that place. Charlie's friends will remember him as a mere lad when leaving Ellaville some fifteen years ago for the west, where he has since lived and attained success in the cattle business. AT JUDGE DOZIERS The home of Judge J.W. Dozier, of the Dozier's Mill settlement, was thrown open on last Friday evening to a large host of neighbors and friends. A sumptuous spread of delicious refreshments at a late hour was announced and the jovial party in single file marched into the dining room. Incidently, an ice cream capacity contest arose, Mr. L.S. Dozier an easy winner, with Uncle G.N. Jordan coming up in great style as second best. LEGAL ADVERTISEMENT Citation Georgia--Schley County. John T. Royal, guardian of John B. Story, having applied to me to be discharged from such guardianship, let all persons concerned show cause before me at the court house in said county on the first Monday in July next why said application for discharge should not be granted. Witness my hand and official signature this 1st day of June 1906. Phil. E. Taylor, Ordinary. LOST One large black and white spotted sow, in thin condition, about six years old, left my house Sunday night, June 3rd, don't know whether she is marked or not. Any information concerning her will be appreciated. Charlie Snider. PASSING NEWS Prof. Collins came over from Oakfield, Sunday. Master Arthur Myers, of Americus, spent Sunday here with relatives. Mrs. C.R. McCrory went over to Americus between trains shopping Monday. Quite a crowd of summer-timers spent a very pleasant day at Myrtle Springs Sunday. Mesdames Mary Myers and J.S. Hart spent Sunday with Mrs. J.V. Pilcher. Messrs. S.A. Royal and A. Wall spent several days in south Georgia the past week prospecting. Mrs. H.J. Williams and little daughter, Velma, are on a visit to relatives in Columbus. (I believe this would be the same Mrs. H.J. Williams, also known as 'Miss Mamie", that wrote the original version of "the History of Schley County.") Miss E.E. Collins leaves this week for a visit to relatives at Shellman. Miss Julia Peacock and Mrs. E.L. McGowen spent Tuesday and Wednesday with Mrs. C.A. Chambliss, at Americus. Little Miss Ida and Master Henry Smith Munro are on a visit to their Aunt, Miss Ida Munro, at Putnam. Miss Ina Williams entertained quite a number of her friends on last Monday evening at the home of her aunt, Ms. W.D. Murray. A fine bouncing boy is among the latest arrivals in town, he is stopping with his parents. Mr. and Mrs. C.L. Battle, Jr. Mrs. Wilson returned to her home at Columbus Wednesday after a few days visit to her sister, Mrs. S. Williamson. Dr. and Mrs. C.P. Davis and Mrs. Cleve Davis were among the Americus visitors here Sunday, spending the day with Mrs. Lillie Dixon. Misses Anna Belle McCrory and Edithe Munro goes on a visit to Miss Ella Bess McMichael, at Tazewell, Monday. Miss Bobie and Minnie Royal are on a visit to friends at Bronwood, going there Wednesday. Dr. John Lightner, of Buena Vista, and Dr. Homer LIghtner, of Ideal, were here yesterday in attendance upon the Sears--Lightner wedding. Rev. and Mrs. Allen Wall, of Homerville, are with their mother, Mrs. M.J. Wall, at Hopewell. Dr. Smith and Mr. and Mrs. R.W. Edwards left Monday for a trip through Kentucky and Ohio. Mad dogs are on the go, two have been killed during the past week after biting other dogs. The public had better keep an open eye on the brindle cur. Negro town is constantly on the line of progressiveness. The members of the 2nd Baptist church have just completed a neat little church, while the 1st Baptist have made some valuable improvements on their church. The friends of Miss Ruth Arrington, of Americus, will be delighted, here, to learn that in a recent class contest in Music, at that place, she was awarded the gold medal. Miss Ruth is quite a favorite in Ellaville, claiming many friends and admirers. Why is it that some of our "bond--floaters" don't invest is some of their surplus in nice residences? The homes are needed and according to our way of figuring, a more profitable investment can't be made. For instance, a house that cost you something like 8 or 9 hundred dollars, including lot and all, will rent in Ellaville today for a hundred and twenty "bucks" a year, and people are glad to get them at that. To have a town we must have people, and to have people, we must have houses for them to live in. SEARS--LIGHTNER One of the prettiest home weddings that has occured in Ellaville in many years was that of Miss Bessie Lou Sears to Dr. J.S. Lightner which was solemnized in the parlor of the home of the bride's parents on Thursday afternoon at 4:30 o'clock, a very beautiful and impressive ceremony being performed by Rev. John Eden of Perry. For many months past it has been rumored that this popular young couple were contemplating such a step, but none realized that the happy union was to be consumated so soon. Not until a few days previous to the appointed time was the marriage made known. No invitations were issued, consequently, none save the relatives and a few special friends of the contracting parties were present to witness the nuptial tie. Mrs. Lightner was one of Ellaville's fairest daughters, and accomplished in the many graces requisite to the development of a lovable woman. Dr. Lightner is a prominent Dentist of our town, and enjoys an enviable reputation, both in business and social life. Mr. and Mrs. Lightner left on the 6:30 train, shortly after their marriage, for Savannah, where Dr. Lightner will meet with the State Dental Society, now in convention at that place. After spending several days at Tybee, they will return to Ellaville and for the present will be at home to their friends at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. R.E. Hill. end # 24. The Schley County News Friday, June 22, 1906 No. 25. PASSING NEWS Mr. Stacey Jones, of Columbus, was here this week. Mr. and Mrs. Houser was in town Wednesday shopping. Mrs. J.R. Williams, of Americus, spent Thursday with Mrs. J.F. Stewart. Mrs. Fickling and Miss Essie Wilson, of Butler, are with their grandmother, Mrs. Catherine Hill. Mr. and Mrs. Lucious Harvey, of Calhoun county, is on a visit to his sister, Mrs. C.B. Johnson. Mrs. W.Z. Burt, of Buena Vista, is visiting Mrs. Cleve Burt this week. Mrs. Hobbs spent Thursday with her brother, Capt. C.L. Peacock. Miss Imogene Sears spent several days last week with Miss Ruth Arrington at Americus. Miss May Cannon, of Macon, is a very pleasant visitor at the home of Col. C.R. McCrory. Miss Fay Williams, of Americus, is with her aunt, Mrs. W.D. Murray, this week. We learn that Mr. R.T. Strange was kicked by a mule Thursday afternoon which was quite serious and came very near being fatal. Rev. W.K. Dennis, Messrs. W.D. Murray and R.F. Williamson returned home yesterday from Bronwood, where they had been in attendance upon the Americus district conference for the past few days. Chester McCrory, by the way of a new enterprize, has established a home bakery, from which he is sending out a genuine article--as good as the best. His effort in this respect should receive the liberal support of all our people. Mrs. E.W. Strange entertained quite a number of the little boys and girls on Wednesday afternoon at a birthday party, given in honor of her daughter, Sarah's sixth anniversary. During the heavy cloud on last Tuesday afternoon, lightning struck the barn of Judge T.J. Hixon, tearing down one of the stable doors and knocking one of his horses senseless. The horse, however, soon recovered. A negro house on the old Jordan place, was also struck, tearing down the chimney and rendering several of the inmates in an unconscious condition. None have yet died from the shock although two or three of them are seriously injured. SOUTHERLAND--STEWART We are in receipt of an invitation announcing the marriage of Prof. Horace Stewart to Miss Elizabeth Southerland, to occur at Wallace, N.C., on the 27th of this month, the wedding to take place at 7 o'clock in the Prysbyterian church. The announcement of this approaching event will be received through this section with unusual interest, as Mr. Stewart is widely known and held in the highest esteem by all of his acquaintances. In the active pursuit of his chosen profession, he applied for and was elected to the principalship of the Wallce High School three years ago, where he has since earnestly and successfully labored in that capacity. And now that he is to soon lead to the alter one of their fairest daughters, we can but feel that he has been dubly successful in the old Tar Heel state. NEWS FROM EBERNEZAR Mr. and Mrs. I.B. Owens attended an all-day singing at Corinth Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. J.J. Drew were the guests of Mr. and (Mrs.) W.T. Owens Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Snider were visitors at the home of Mr. Henry Herns Sunday. Mr. Leonard Short and the Misses Owens attended preaching at Corinth Sunday. Miss Nannie Lightner of Ebernezar was the guest of Miss Lilla Bryant at Murray last week. Mrs. John Short entertained a large crowd Saturday night, serving refreshments. Messrs. Cott Bivins, Dorrie Snipes, Cahartie(Charlie?) Womack, Lon Snider, and Luther Womack were visitors to Ebernezar Saturday night, coming from Hopewell. Mrs. John Snider and Plen Johnson will leave for Texas in the near future to drive cows and lizzards- -good bye boys. There will be an ice cream supper at Mr. W.J. Reid's on next Saturday night. Boys in our community say that Brown Eyes has given up--quit writing. Mrs. George Johnson was the guest of Mrs. Maude Owens, Fri. Mrs. R.L. Reid is visiting her aunt, Mrs. Jones, near Ellaville. Mr. Brit Barnes is quite sick at this writing, hope to see him out again. Mr. S.T. Harper went to Ellaville on business Saturday. I have taken Brown Eyes place.--Little lone wife. end # 25. The Schley County News Friday, June 29, 1906 No. 26 PASSING NEWS J.E. Stewart is home this week. J.B. Williamson made a business trip to Columbus this week. Mr. Morgan Eldridge came over from Americus. FOR SALE--A fine milk cow with young calf, apply to J.T. Stewart. Miss Mary Williamson with her Sunday school class spent Tuesday at Lumpkin's Spring. Mrs. Lee Gardner and children, of Oglethorpe, are with Mrs. P.Z. Hill. Mr. J.H. Fulford was a visitor here Monday, coming from Dawson. Mrs. W.J. Slappey, of LaCrosse, and Mrs. S.R. Forehand, of Montezuma spent Thursday with Mrs. J.H. Cheney. The Misses Berry, of Bronwood, are on a visit to Miss Minnie Royal this week. Mrs. Henry Dyess and sister, Miss English, of Englishville, visited relatives here this week. Mrs. B.L. Boylston, and children, of Blackwell, S.C. are on a visit to Mrs. T.V. Bridges. Miss Eva Woodward, of Augusta, is with Mrs. Boylston at the home of Mr. and Mrs. T.V. Bridges. Mr. Bynum Reed, of Abbeville, left for home Monday after a visit of several days to his parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Reed. Miss Maude Williamson is visiting at Bronwood and Shellman this week, going there Tuesday. Misses McAfee and Jordan accompanied by too young men friends, came over from Americus Tuesday via the automobile route. Mrs. Frank Godbee, of Waynesboro, is on a visit to Mrs. E.L. McGowan, at the Peacock House. Mr. and Mrs. J.T. Royal, Misses Boby and Minnie Royal left Thursday for Cumberland, where they will spend two weeks. Hon. T.F. Rainey, Representative from Schley, left Tuesday for Atlanta. Prof. Horace Stewart and sister Miss Leila, left Friday for Wallace, N.C., where Mr. Stewart was married to Miss Elizabeth Southland on the following Wednesday. The peach industry is getting to be quite an item around Walls Crossing and Putnam. Collum Bros., alone will ship several thousand crates this season. Let others of our farmers fall in line--cut out the cotton. Pitiful was the site on last Tuesday when Col. R.L. Tondee run across one of his "old pals," who came from some cause or other had disconnected with the morning train bound for Columbus. WILLIAMS--ENGLISH WEDDING The marriage of Mr. W.L. English and Miss Martha Williams occured at the home of the bride's parents at Buena Vista, on yesterday morning at 10 o'clock. Quite a crowd from Ellaville went up on the morning train to witness the ceremony, returning on the noon train. Mr. and Mrs. English left immediately after their marriage for Indian Springs. MRS. JORDAN HURT In an accident that came very near being fatal, Mrs. Jim Jordan, who lives a few miles west of town was seriously hurt on last Sunday night. Mrs. Jordan in company with others was riding in a buggy and from some unknown cause the mule that they were driving became frightened, running away, and throwing all out of the buggy, Mrs. Jordan falling upon her hip which was broken and other wise receiving many painful bruises. 4TH JULY AT MYRTLE The great annual picnic at Myrtle Spring on July 4th is looked forward to by thousands with interest. This is to be the greatest picnic in the history of Myrtle. The Americus Light Infantry will be there in uniform and favor visitors with beautiful drill. A string band will be on hand and furnish music for the for the occasion. Everybody is invited to come and bring a well filled basket. AMERICUS MAN INJURED Mr. George D. Wheatly, of Americus, received very severe and serious injuries while in bathing at Holly Springs Tuesday afternoon, the result, probably, of a too daring leap from a springboard. Mr. Wheatly may have miscalculated the depth of the water where he dived, but at any rate he struck the floored bottom with such force that one shoulder was dislocated, an arm broken at the shoulder, and his hand badly lacerated as well. K. of P. ITEMS At at very interesting meeting of Ellaville K. of P. Lodge on last Tuesday night the degree of Page was conferred upon Col. J.C. Rainey. The rank of Esquire was conferred upon Messrs. G.W. and W.F. Fulford. The lodge since its organization January 1st has been very progressive, all of its members manifesting the greatest enthusiasm throughout. Next Tuesday night will mark the conclusion of the semi-annual term of the current year, at which time a banquet will be given in connection with the public installation of officers for the incoming term. The newly selected officers are as follows: R.E.L. Eason, C.C.; A.A. Arrington, V.C.; S. Williamson, M.A.; J.R. Jordan, P.; A.M. Parl, M.W.; Robt. Strange, I.G.; C.T. Baldwin, O.G. NEWS FROM EBERNEZAR Miss Annie Wall, of Hopewell, spent Sunday night with her sister, Mrs. I.B. Owens. The singing at Miss Nannie Reids Sunday afternoon was largely attended. Mr. Lon Snider and Miss Annie Lumpkin attended preaching at Ebernezar Sunday. Rev. C.D. Carter and Judge C.L. Battle spent last Saturday with Mr. John Owens. There will be an ice cream supper at Mr. C.R. Ross' Saturday night. All are invited to attend. Miss Ora Crawford, of Draneville, was a visitor in our burg, Sunday. end # 26. The Schley County News Friday, July 6, 1906. No. 27 PASSING NEWS S.R. Bridges, of Alkafest Fame, was here Sunday, coming from Atlanta. Mr. S.L. Murray came from Albany Sunday and spent the day with parents. Mrs. S. Williamson and children are on a visit to Mrs. Chadwick at Columbus. Miss Leola Patterson, of Columbus, is a very charming visitor at the home of Mrs. S.C. Collins. Messrs. Bill and Tom Chapman from South Georgia spent several days in this county with relatives this past week. Wednesday was a gala day at Myrtle Spring. Many went from here and all agree that it was the largest crowd ever seen at this popular resort. One of our good colored subscribers, Abe Perry, left a fine melon at our office this week during our abscence, for which we wish to express our appreciation. Owing to the wreck that occured Monday, the Macon train made connection with the Columbus vestibule--- the first time in a long while. Messrs. Kleckly, Gardner, Sheley, and Coogle of Oglethorpe, were visitors here Sunday, spending the day very pleasantly with four of Ellaville's younger "bells." Miss Julia Peacock, Masters Earle, Harvy, and Lewis Collins left Monday for Clarkesville where they will spend the months of July and August. Miss Annabelle Harper, of Jonesboro, Miss Ruth Scott of Athens, and Miss Nettylee Williams, of Buena Vista, compose a pleasant visiting party at the home of Mrs. J.R. Jordan this week. Miss Marie Hagerty is entertaining a number of fair visitors this week at her home on Brown Street, her guests being Miss Edithe Munro, of Ellaville, Miss May Bird Burt of Buena Vista, and Miss Cnlo Littlejohn. Miss Hagerty is a charming young hostess and her fair guests are the recipients of many attentions---Americus Times Recorder. A bolt of lightning on last Sunday night came very near proving serious to Dr. Stewart and family of this place. Dr. Stewart and wife were sitting on the front porch of their home about 9 o'clock when the bolt struck the telegraph wires just in front with such force as to shock Mr. Stewart into almost a state of insensibility. In speaking of the matter nexy day, he stated that as soon as he could possibly do so, he lost no time in vacating the "peezar." Sunday was a great day at Old Phillippi Church. There was dinner on the grounds and that means that all who were so fortunate as to attend feasted upon the many good things that had been prepared to satisfy the inner man. The devotional services were likewise a feast to the members and visitors as well, our fellowtownsman, Rev. J.M. Murray, preaching an able sermon at the eleven o'clock service. THE BAPTIST WILL NOT BUILD At a special conference of the members of the Baptist church, here, on last Saturday, the matter of building a new church was again taken up, and after discussion was had, it was found that some dissatisfaction would result should the new church move proceed further, consequently the whole matter was called off and no church will be built at this time. Mr. T.J. Murphy, the purchaser of the old church has kindly agreed to let the members have it back at the price he paid for same. NEGRO KILLED BY LIGHTNING On last Tuesday afternoon, Bill Smith, a negro was struck by lightning and instantly killed. Smith was on the front porch of another darkey's home, on Mr. A.C. Murray's place, two miles north of town. He was sitting in company with several other negroes and strange indeed was it that none of the rest were effected by the schock. TRAIN WRECKED On last Monday, the passenger train from Columbus to Americus wrecked three miles on the side of the last mentioned place. The engine and baggage car somehow left the rail and ran the crossties several hunded yards before turning over on leaving the roadbed. Fortunately, none of the passengers occupying the rear coaches were effected futher than being shook up and badly frightened. TAKE NOTICE To my friends of Ellabille and Schley county: I am here to serve you all as your barber. My motto is to give perfect satisfaction in my work. I need your patronage and will appreciate it. Nice clean towels and sharp razors at all times. Call in at all hours of the day. Office in the old court house. Yours to serve. G.W. Davis, Barber. LEGAL ADVERTISEMENT Citation Gerogia--Schley County. To whom it may concern: Arthur Hill, administrator of the estate of E. Hill has applied to me for leave to sell realty belonging to said estate and all parties are notified that I will pass on same on the first Monday in August next. This July 3rd 1906. P.E. Taylor, Ordinary. Citation Georgia--Schley County. Claude Dixon, guardian of Henry F. Dixon, having applied to me to be discharged from such guardianship, let all persons concerned show cause before me at the court house in said county on the 1st Monday in August next, why such application for discharge should not be granted. Witness my hand, official signature, This 3rd day of July, 1906. Phil E. Taylor, Ordinary. Georgia--Schley County. C.R. Robinson having applied to me for twelve months support out of the estate of T.D. Devane, and appraisers duly appointed to set apart the same having filed their return, all persons concerned are hereby required to show cause before the court of Ordinary of said county on the first Monday in August, 1906, why said application should not be granted. This 2nd day of July, 1906. Phil E. Tylor, Ordinary. end # 27. The Schley County News Friday, July 13, 1906 No. 28. PASSING NEWS Mr. T.M. Laney, of Bronwood, was in town last week. Mr. T.A. Collins leaves in a few days for Hot Springs. Mr. J.G. Collins, of Bronwood, was on a visit to relatives here last week. Master Nolan and little Miss Mary Strange are with their grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. E.L. Callier, at Thomaston. Mrs. J.P(?) Cannon of Sumter is on a visit to her sister, Miss Luella Woods. Miss Annie Collum, of Putnam, as principal of the literary department, and Miss Minnie Lindsay, of Ellaville, in charge of the music department, are conducting a very flourishing school at Concord, beginning on last Monday. Miss Myers, after a stay of several weeks with her sister, Mrs. W.K. Dennis, returned to her home in New Orleans, Monday. Miss Martha Baldwin who has been away for several months returned home Wednesday, much to the delight of her many friends. Dr. Collum, of Maukville, was in town Thursday. Mrs. Mary Green, of Milledgeville, Mrs. S.J. Winn and Mrs. Will Geeslin, of Macon are here on a visit to Mrs. A.J. Walters. Mr. and Mrs. W.L. English are the guests of Mrs. J.R. Jordan. Mrs. C.C. Carlton is the guest of her parents, Maj. and Mrs. E.S. Baldwin, coming from Florida, Monday. Little Robert Williamson, son of J.B. Williamson, was thrown from a bicycle on last Sunday afternoon, breaking his arm just above the elbow and knocking the elbow out of place. While the injuries are quite painful, nothing serious is aprehended, and the little fellow is expected to be alright in a few days. ELLAVILLE AT BUENA VISTA An occasion which will prove either quite interesting or sadly disappointing to Ellavillians will be that of the 18th, when our boys cross bats with the Buena Vista ball team. Judging from a clipping from the Enquirer-Sun, by a B-Vista correspondent, which we give below, the boys on the High Hill are making great preparation to lay the wallop on us in great style. Now, it has always been an easy job for Ellaville to walk away with these good neighbors of ours, and it only requires a little cacusing on our part to insure victory on the 18th. Here's what they say: "The Farmers' Celebration and Reunion on the 18th is attracting wide attention. The people in this and adjoining counties have been invited and an immense crowd is expected. Splendid speakers will be present; plenty of good things to eat and a ball game in the afternoon. The Buena Vista team will cross bats with the Ellaville Sluggers in Buena Vista on the 1th(18th). It has been already figured out that the precedent of the past years is to be broken, and Buena Vista is to actually win one game from the heretofore invincible. After the 18th, Lon's basball stars will rapidly sink under the terrible beating that our boys will administer to them." end # 28. MISSING 29, You will note there are issues missing from the last dated July 13, 1906 to this issue dated August 30, 1906. Six issues in all. Now I'll never know who won the ball game. The Schley County News Friday, August 30, 1906 No. 35. PROCLAIMATION Georgia: By J.M. Terrell, governor of said state. Whereas, official information has been received at the department that Silas Malone murdered Wash Edge in Schley county in August, 1906, and escaped and is now a fugitive from justice, I have thought it proper, therefore to issue this my proclaimation, hereby offering a reward of Fifty Dollars for the apprehension and delivery of said Silas Malone with evidence sufficient to convict, to the Sheriff of Schley county, Georgia. And I do moreover charge and require all officers in this state, Civil and Military, to be vigilant in endeavoring to apprehend the said Silas Malone in order that he may be brought to trial for the offense with which he stands charged. Given under my hand and the seal of the state, this 14th day of August, 1906. J.M. Terrell, Gov., by the Governor, Philip Cook, Sec. State. PASSING NEWS Mrs. John Webb, of Smithville, is with her mother, Mrs. J.M. Murray. Mrs. Ed Strange spent several days in Atlanta this week. Mrs. Nixon is on a visit to her neice, Mrs. W.K. Dennis. Messrs. Gardner and Shealy, of Oglethorpe, have been playing the gallant in our little town for the past few days. Mr. Chapman, and daughter, Miss Alma, of Columbus, are spending the week with Mrs. J.B. Williamson. Mr. Sam Baldwin came over from Columbus and spent Sunday with his daughter, Mrs. H.J. Williams. Mrs. J.S. Lightner chaperoned quite a pleasant party of the younger set at Myrtle Spring Tuesday. Mr. Robt. Strange and Miss Mary Hornady attended preaching here Sunday coming from Andrew Chapel. Mr. and Mrs. Smith, from Minneola, Tex. are the guests of their mother, Mrs. W.W. Tidwell. Mrs. T.J. Mott and Mrs. T.V. Bridges spent Monday with Mrs. Tom Livingston, at Lowe. Mrs. S.B. Fulford, of Tazewell is on a visit to her sister, Mrs. T.J. Livingston. Mr. and Mrs. W.L. English have gone to Bronwood where they will spend several weeks. Miss Martha Baldwin is with Miss Annie Collum at Putnam this week. Miss Nettylee Williams is with Mrs. J.J. Jordan. Quite a number from town enjoyed a very fine barbequed pig at the Old Lamar place Thursday night. Mr. J.K. Sims was in town on business this week. Miss Ina Williams left yesterday for Broxton, where she is to take charge of a music class. Dr. H.S. Munro is at home again after a very extended tour of the United States. Mrs. Fannie Cheney and family have moved from the Scarborough house into the home with Mr. T.V. Bridges. Mr. W.J. Payne, after an illness of several weeks in Americus with thypoid fever is out again at his post of duty. Mrs. O.L. Peacock and children are on a visit to relatives at Waverly Hall. Prof. Collins arrived here Tuesday, and will begin his school at Crisp Institute on Monday next. end # 35. Issues 36 and 37 are missing. The Schley County News Friday, September 21, 1906. No. 38. PASSING NEWS Ref. W.K. Dennis is in Albany this week. Prof. R.F. Dennis, of Milltown, was here Sunday, the guest of Rev. W.K. Dennis. Mr. W.T. Myers came over from Americus Sunday, spending the day with his parents. Mrs. T.J. Baisden spent several days last week with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. T.J. Murphey. Mrs. M(ary) E(lla Woodall) Patton and Miss Mary Lightner, of Concord, were here yesterday shopping. Col. C.R. McCrory spent a few days this week at Oxford where he went with his son, Chester, who has entered Emory College. Mrs. R.W. Love and daughter, Miss Maime, of Greenville, spent several days here the past week, the guests of friends. Mrs. D.P. Coogle, of Oglethorpe, spent Friday here coming over to the funeral of Mrs. Cleghorn McCrory. Mr. and Mrs. E.L. Bridges are spending several days in Americus this week as guests of relatives. Mrs. Lillie Dixon, Mrs. J.H. Cheney, and Miss Julia Peacock spent last Tuesday with Miss May Davis at Americus. Miss Mary Williamson returned home last week from Atlanta, where she has been spending some time with friends. The relatives and family of Mr.(and) Mrs. R.L. Owens regret having to give them up as citizens of the county. Owing to a recent promotion by the Central railroad, Mr. Owens duties necessitated his moving to Columbus. Mr. C.B. Teel is first on our pay roll for 1906--dropping in on last Wednesday, leaving a $1.00. After a stay of too(two) weeks with friends in Ellaville, Mrs. S.E. Hornady and daughter, Miss Mary, left for Indian Springs last Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. H.P. Murphy are here on (a) visit to their mother, Mrs. R.M. Murphey. Misses Minnie Caskey, Ophelia Threlkeld and Annie Bell Harper spent Sunday at Hopewell. DEATH OF MR. McCRORY The remains of Mr. Cleghorn McCrory, who died of Typhoid fever at the Americus Hospital on last Thursday morning was broght to Ellaville on the afternoon train of the same day. The funeral services were conducted from the home of Col. C.R. McCrory on Friday morning and interred beside the grave of his father, the late Seaborn McCrory, who died at Oglethorpe several years ago. (Note: Ellavile cemetery surveys do not indicate either Seaborn or Cleghorn buried in Ellavile City Cemetery. Both obits do.) COL. SIM BLUE DEAD Col. Sim Blue, recently of Blakely, but originally from Buena Vista, died at his home at the first mentioned place on last Wednesday after a short illness. His body passed through Ellaville on last Thursday enroute for Buena Vista where the burial took place. Col. Blue was well known in this county and many friends will deeply regret his very sad death. end # 38. The Schley County News Friday, September 28, 1906 No. 39. THE STATE ELECTION The general state election will be held on next Wednesday, Oct. 3rd, at which time will elected Governor and other state-house officers. Also the nomination of the three Appeal Court Judges will be carried along as a side-line, and will be voted on separately, using separate ballots. Several constitutional amendments are also to be voted on; one for creating the county of Ben Hill, with Fitzgerald the county site; the other providing for the Court of Appeals. The following Managers and Clerks are hereby appointed to hold said election at the several voting precincts in the county: Ellaville District--Managers, C.R. Tondee, C.R. McCrory and R.M. Murphy. Clerks, J.M. Murray, Arthur Murray and Claude Dixon. Patton Hill District--Managers, L.A. Giles, H.R. Patton, and E.T. Lightner. Clerks, J(ames) H. Dupriest, D.R. Murray and Lester Lightner. LaCrosse District--Managers, T.H. Walker, W.W. Dykes and S.J. Reese. Clerks, R.W. Glover, R(obert) H(ill) Strange and B.F. Greene. Lickskillet District--Managers, J.W. Dozier, J.S. Womack and E.J. Hart. Clerks, W.T. Murphey, Obe Womack and Will Reid. R.E.L. Eason, Chair. Dem. Ex. Com. LEGAL ADVERTISEMENT Citation Georgia--Schley County. Leave to Sell Land. Notice is hereby given that the undersigned has applied to the Ordinary of said county for leave to sell land belonging to the estate Mrs. Amanda Fulford for the payment of debts and distribution. Said application will be passed upon at regular term of Ordinary's court for said county to be held on the first Monday in October 1906. This September 3rd, 1906. H.H. Fulford, Administrator upon the estate of Amanda Fulford. Georgia--Schley County. By virtue of an order granted by the Hon. P.E. Taylor, Ordinary of said county, will be sold before the Court House door in the town of Ellaville, said county, between the lawful hours of sale on November the sixth 1906, the following real estate, to wit: All of lots No. 164 and 137, each containing 202 1/2 acres more or less, also 177 1/2 acres more or less of of lot No.163, the same being all of said lot except 25 acres off the south east corner in a square shape. Also east half of lot No. 136 containing 101 1/4 acres more or less. Also 15 acres off lot No. 165 in north east corner, making in all 800 acres more or less in the 29th District of Schley county Georgia, in a body, and known as the "Williams Place." Also 202 acres of lot No. 149, and 202 acres of lot No. 150, and North half of lot No. 139 containing 101 acres more or less, and north half of lot No. 140 containing 101 acres, more or less, making 607 acres in a body and known as the "Moon Place," in the 3rd Dist. of Schley County. Also a dwelling house and outhouses and ten and one-half acres of land, more or less, attached in the city of Ellaville and bounded on North by M.E. Church lot and Parsonage, J.F. Stewart, and T.J. Mott; on the East by a road; on the South, by C.B. Johnson and on the West by Public Road from Ellaville to Americus. Sold for the purpose of paying debts and division among the heirs of said estate. Terms of sale, CASH. This September 3rd, 1906. Arthur Hill, Admr. of Estate of E. Hill. PASSING NEWS Mr. J.R. Cook is already receiving orders for Cook's Improved Cotton Seed. Mrs. W.L. English is with her sister, Mrs. Jordan, coming from Bronwood Tuesday. Mr. Geo. Massey was a gald hand visitor to our town last week, coming from Bronwood. That Agricultural College would look mighty good in Ellaville. It can be brought here. Miss Minnie and Lucile Lindsay will leave the latter part of the week for Oakfield, where they take charge of a large music class. Mrs. C.H. Smith and Mrs. Pease left Monday for LaGrange, where they will be in attendance upon the State W.C.T.U. Convention. A few more days and the leaves will begin to turn, which will sound the death knell to one of the hottest summers this side of H___ . Mr. R.L. Tondee, who has been employed on the Macon Telegraph for the past few months, is with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. C.R. Tondee, this week. He has accepted a position with the Dawson News and will go to that place next Monday. Ellaville vs. Hopewell was the line-up Saturday afternoon in the matter of ball, and while battling forces consisted largely of smaller boys, it was a very good game indeed. Ellavile succeeded in winning out in this game, making the first victory out of three games played this season. Capt. C.L. Peacock shipped three of his fine Jersies to Albany on last Tuesday. At that place he will enter his cattle with those of Mr. W.B. Wilson and will exhibit them at the fairs in Macon, Atlanta, Montgomery, Augusta and Jacksonville. Capt. Peacock will be in charge of the exhibit. Mr. Ed Eubanks after a stay of several weeks with parents returned to Ft. Valley. NOTICE For rent--A nice four room Cottage. Apply to Mrs. W.W. Tidwell. For good board apply to Mrs. Emma Hart, at the Scarborough Home. Rates Reasonable. end # 39. The Schley County News Friday, October 5, 1906 No. 40. TAKE NOTICE Georgia--Schley County. To whom it may concern. By power vested in me by the acts of the General Assembly, creating the City Court of Ellaville, notice is hereby given that the monthly and quarterly terms of said court to be held in and for said county will be held as follows: The monthly terms will be held on tthe first Saturdays of each month, beginning on the first Saturday in Oct., 1906. The regular quarterly terms, to which all civil cases must be made returnable and jury trials held will convene on the first Mondays of November, February, May and August, each year, beginning on the first Monday in November, 1906. Given under my hand and official signature, this 3rd day of November(?) 1906. J.C. Rainey, Judge, City Court, Ellaville. COURT NEXT WEEK With comming of Judge Littlejohn and Sol. Harper, the regular term of Schley Superior Court will convene on next Monday, which will in all probability continue through the greater part of the week owing to the fact that the civil docket is much larger than usual. The case of J.H. Tankersly Vs. the Cenral of Georgia Rail Way for personal damages sustained at the depot here last spring is one of the most important cases to be disposed of during the present term. In view of the recently established City Court, the criminal docket will be cut short, as Judge Littlejohn will turn all misdemeanor cases back to the city court for trial. Court week is always an interesting one, with Schley county folks, as it brings about a gathering of our people from all parts of the county and enables them to exchange experiences for the last six months. Boll rot will no doubt be the controlling topic at the next week's session. LEGAL ADVERTISEMENT Georgia--Schley County. Agreeable to a motion of the Hon. P.E. Taylor, Ordinary of Schley County will be sold before the court house door in Ellaville, Schley county, Georgia, between the legal hours of sale on the 1st Tuesday in November next, the following real estate lying and being in Taylor County, Georgia. One hundred and sixty-two and a half acres more or less, south portion of lot No. 223, Mrs. Munro White owning the other 40 acres on the north side of said lot. Also fifty-two and one half acres more or less in the north-east corner of lot No. 194. Mary W. Smith owning the balance of said lot. All in 3rd District of Taylor county Georgia in a body and known as the Wesley Jenkins place. Sold for the purpose of paying debts and division among the heirs of said estate. Terms of sale CASH. This September 3rd 1906. Arthur Hill, admr. of estate of E(lbert) Hill. Georgia--Schley County. Citation. Amanda Malone, wife of Tom Malone, having applied to me for twelve months support for her self and minor children out of the estate of Tom Malone and appraisers duly appointed to set apart same having filed their returns. All persons concerned are hereby required to show cause before the court of Ordinary of said county on the first Monday in November 1906, why said application should not be granted. This Oct. 2nd, 1906. Phil E. Taylor, Ordny. Georgia--Schley County. J.S. Womack having in proper form applied to me for permanent letters of administration on the estate of Frederick Womack, this is to cite all and singular the creditors and next of kin of Frederick Womack to be and appear at my office within the time allowed by law, and show cause, if any they can, why permanent letters of administration should not be granted to J.S. Womack on Frederick Womack's estate. Witness my hand and official signature. This 1st day of Oct. 1906. Phil E. Taylor, Ordinary. ADMINISTRATORS SALE By virtue of an order of the court of Ordinary of Macon county Georgia, will be sold before the court house door of said county on the first Tuesday in November next within the legal hours of sale, the following described property to wit: Ninety three and one fourth acres on the south side of lot of land number ninety seven in the third district of Schley county Georgia; the metes and bounds of said tract of land being more specifically described in the dower proceeding of Mrs. Amanda E. Mabry, recorded in book "B" page 171, in the clerk's office of the Superior court of Macon county, Georgia. Said land to be sold as property of the estate of Daniel S. Mabry, late of Macon County, Ga., deceased, for the purpose of making proper distribution of said estate among the heirs thereof- -Terms Cash. This Oct. 3, 1096(1906) W.W. Mabry, Admr. de bonis of estate of Daniel S. Mabry, deceased. PASSING NEWS Mr. and Mrs. W.J. Slappey, of LaCrosse, spent Sunday with Mrs. R.F. Tyson. Master Charlie Rees, of LaCrosse, is on a visit to his grandmother, Mrs. Gann, at Columbus. Our trade is increasing every day in the week. It's prices after all that people want---Battle & Hill (Cull Battle & and Robert E. Hill) A bright little son was was born to Judge and Mrs. J.C. Rainey on last Friday. Miss Nettie Payne of Americus was the guest of Mrs. H.S. Munro this week. Mrs. R.E.L. Walters and children are spending the week with relatives in Macon. Mr. and Mrs. R.W. Edwards arrived here Wednesday, coming from Louisville, Ky. Mr. C.E. Baldwin is at home a few days, after a trip through several states in the north, where he has been in (on) fruit business. Mrs. A.A. Arrington left Tuesday for Montezuma where she went to attend the marriage of her niece, Miss Mary Walters. Mrs. S.C. Collins spent a few days last week at Putnam. D.A. Peacock has been with home folks for a few days. Mr. W.J. Payne came up from Americus Sunday, spending the day. Mrs. W.T. Myers and children spent Saturday and Sunday with parents here, coming from Americus. Mrs. J.R. Jordan and J.R., Jr. are with parents at Buena Vista this week. Miss Ophelia Threlkeld has accepted a position with Bridges Bros., and will take pleasure in waiting on her lady friends. Cols. J.E. Shepherd and J.E.D. Shipp came over from Americus Monday on legal business. Mr. H.R. Johnson, Jr. of Americus, was here on business Monday. Mrs. J.M. Thornton spent Monday with friends in Ellaville. Mrs. C.L. Battle, Jr. was the guest of Mrs. T.G. Hudson at Americus last Friday. D.A. Peacock was among the Atlanta Captalists who did the voting stunt here, Wednesday. Judge J.C. Rainey run "long" on honors last Friday-- he became Judge and Dad all in the same day. Hon. T.G. Hudson came home Wednesday--some say--to vote for himself for Commissioner of Agriculture. Hon. J.F. Woods has been in charge of the city's Billy for the past several days, and as a natural consequence all evil doers have took to the swamps. Hon. J.A. Hixon came over from Americus Wednesday on legal business. Judge Hixon has many friends in Ellaville and Schley county as he is also one of Schley's good gifts to Americus. The Board of Commissioners met in regular session last Tuesday, all the members being present, Messrs. S.J. Rees, S.T. Harper, H.R. Patton, W.D. Murray and S.A. Royal. Judge J.C. Rainey and Solictor J.H. Cheney have for the past few days been receiving the hearty congratulations of their friends upon their being recently appointed by Gov. Terrill to the positions of Judge and Solicitor of the City Court of Ellaville. Mr. J.K. Murray of Alabany, spent several days this week with his parents. Mr. Arthur and Miss Anne Livingston of Smithville, were the guests of friends here the past week. Messrs. R.E.L. Eason and S.T. Harper attended the third Congressional Convention held at Ft. Valley yesterday. Mr. Leonard Baldwin, of Atlanta, is the guest of Mr. and Mrs. E.W. Strange. end # 40. Issue no. 41, October 12, 1906 was never printed., see explantion in issue No. 42. The Schley County News October 19, 1906 No. 42. COURT LAST WEEK Superior court convened last Monday week and continued until Thursday night. The only civil case disposed of during the term was that of J.H.. Tankersley Vs. Central of Georgia Railroad, in an action for personal damages sustained. The trial of this case consumed the greater part of two days and was hard fought from start to finish, resulting, however in a verdict for the Plaintiff being represented by J.H. Cheney(editor of this paper) and J.A. Hixon. The road being represented by C.R. McCrory and W.D. Kiddoo. The criminal cases disposed of were all of the misdemeanors grade and Solicitor Hooper suceeded in getting eight convictions out of ten cases tried, all the guilty parties being relieved upon the payment of fines, which was immediately done in each case. The grand jury had a busy week of it and should be congratulated upon their speedy and competant work which enabled them to return their general presentments Thursday afternoon. At the conclusion of court Judge Littlejohn transferred something like twenty or more cases to the city court for trial, which is to convene on the first Monday in November. Mrs. Jefferson Davis, widow of the President of the Confederacy, who had been ill for a week at the Hotel Majestic, in New York, died at 10 0'clock Tuesday morning, October 17th. Death was due to pneumonia induced by a severe cold which she contracted upon her return from the Adirondacks, where she had spent the summer months. PASSING NEWS Miss Ethel Collins visited relations at Americus Friday. Capt. Peacock's fine cow, "Blue Bell," proved a winner at both the Macon and Atlanta fairs. Dr. Smith is at home again after an absence of several months. He is in fine health and feels greatly benefited by his trip. The friends of Mrs. R.M. Murphy will regret to learn that she is confined to her bed from recent illness. The "Lyers" were all here last week, including Joe J. Duncan, of Buena Vista, and J.R. Williams of Americus. Mrs. J.H. Cheney and Miss Julia Peacock are on a visit to their sister, Mrs. E.L. McGowen of Savannah this week. A bright little son was born to Mr. and Mrs. A(nthony) J. Hill on last Saturday, one week ago. Mrs. Hill, whose condition has been quite serious since, is fast improving. Mr. Jim Dupriest, of Schley, presented us with the finest stalk of cane on last Friday we have seen this season, it being more than nine feet in length and fully matured. He has a half acre that will average seven feet. The City Fathers have very wisely provided our town with a night Marshall. Mr. Buck Sanders has been elected to fill the place and has been doing duty on the firing line. If appearances count for anything at all, Buck is amply capable of handling most any kind of proposition with great ease. Out of the darkness must come the light. Such was the scene of brilliancy on last evening when lamplighter Davis touched off the city magnets. Darkness has been our portion for many months and all feel thankful that we have again come to light. Hurrah! for the administration. All parties indebted to C.L. Peacock & Son will find their claims in the hands of J.H. Cheney for collection. To save costs and other unnecessary expense and trouble, call on him at an early date and make satisfactory arrangements. Our business must be closed up within the next thirty days. Parties concerned will please take notice and will greatly oblige by settling up at once. Very Respectfully, C.L. Peacock & Son. The vacancy in the Tax Collectors office caused by the death of Mr. R.A. Wiggins has been supplied in the appointment of Mr. Claude Dixon to fill the unexpired term. Ordinary P.E. Taylor, in whose hands rested the appointing power, made the appointment yesterday and as soon as Mr. Dixon qualifies he will proceed to collect the taxes for the present year. Judge Taylor will also, in proper form, within the next few days order an election to be held for the purpose electing a tax collector for regular incoming term. RICHARD A. WIGGINS DEAD Our little town was universally saddened on last Monday evening when it became generally known that death had entered one of our homes and plucked therefrom the father of one of our most beloved families. The death of our esteemed friend and citizen, Mr. R.A. Wiggins, which occured Monday evening at seven o'clock came as a thunder shock to all who knew him, as none were prepared to receive such a message owing to the fact that his illness was of so short a duration. On last Saturday morning, Mr. Wiggins was suddenly seized with a severe attack of acute indigestion which, in spite of the aid of skilled physicians and the tender administration of friends and loved ones, his condition rapidly grew worse until the end came. For many previous hours to his death, Mr. Wiggins, although greatly suffering under the weight of pain, realized that the end was near at hand, and the complete resignation he demonstrated towards the will of fate should ever remain a source of sweetest consolation to those who were near and dear to him. Mr. Wiggins was born and raised in Schley county, where he has always lived and held the high esteem and confidence of all our people. He was in no wise a pretentious man, but as a husband, father and a citizen he leaves a reputation not only to be envied but one worthy of emulation by future generations. He had lived upright and honorably, hence death, aside from separating him from his family and friends, offered no fear or misgivings to him. He had walked upright before men and was not afraid to die. At the time of his death, he was tax collector of Schley county, which position he had satisfactorily held for a number of years and was recently elected to succeed himself for a term of two more years. He had been a member of the Methodist Church since early boyhood, always obedient to its ordinances and liberal in his support of its institution. He was in his fiftieth year, and is survived by an immediate family of three children, mainly, Mrs. W.E. Nichols, of Boston, Georgia and Misses Wella and Norene Wiggins of this place. The funeral services were conducted from the Methodist church Tuesday afternoon, Rev. W.K. Dennis, officiating. NOTE:from Judith Gresham judo53@chartermi.net Richard Wiggins was married to Mary Belle Stevens of Putnam GA on 08 November 1880 in Marion County, GA. Mrs. W. E. Nichols is his daughter Mabel, her husband's name was William E. Our duties in court last week were of such a nature as to prevent our getting out a paper. Unfortunately, newspaper work is unlike many other avocations of life in many respects. In the first place, if the editor don't have some other job in connection with his paper, he will perish to death; in the second place, if he has to lay aside his newspaper duties to look after that other job, he can't get anybody to take his place, for the simple reason that but few people have ever scraped up nerve enough to learn how to run a county newspaper. So dear readers, you see where we stand and we hope the explanation is perfectly satisfactory in view of the further fact that each of you will receive a credit of the whole amount of two cents for the missing issue should you feel moved by the spirit to settle up your subscription within the next twenty- four months. end # 42. The Schley County News Friday, October 26, 1906 No. 43. CONFEDERATE SOLDIER DEAD In the death of Judge J.B. Pilsbury, occuring on last Wednesday morning, Americus sustains another loss of one of her oldest and most valuable citizens. He was an old Confederate veteran (Scogin's Battery, Georgia Light Artillery, AKA Griffin Light Artillery), being for many years commander of Camp Sumter, 642 United Confederate Veterans, and had many old soldier friends in this county. A SURPRISE MARRIAGE A marriage that came as a surprise to all Ellaville was that of Mr. J.F.Woods to Miss Leila Gilchrist, of White Oak Springs, Alabama, occuring in Eufala on last Wednesday morning in parlors of the Presbyterian parsonage of that place. Immediately after the ceremony was performed, Mr. and Mrs. Woods boarded the Central train for Ellaville, arriving here on the same afternoon, and now at home to their friends at their comodious home on College Street. COMING TO ELLAVILLE Mr. Slappey and daughters, Misses Lizzie and Callie, after a residence of several years in Americus will remove next week to Ellaville. Mr. Slappey is an old resident of that county, and goes again to live among his host of friends in Schley--Recorder. Mr. Slappey and family will occupy the Wiggins home on Broad Street, and its a source of much pleasure to our entire citizenship that we are to soon have this esteemable family in our midst. PASSING NEWS Miss Essie Wilson, of Butler, is a pleasant visitor here this week. Mrs. Dr. McKey, of Americus, spent yesterday with Mrs. J.C. Rainey. Mr. Chester McCrory is at home from Emory College for a few days on account of slight illness. Mr. and Mrs. R.W. Edwards and Master Henry Smith Munro left last Saturday for New Smyrna, Florida where they will spend the winter months. The E. Hill home will be sold on Nov. 6th. Remember the date, for if you want a desirable home with ten acres of fine land located in the best resident portion of Ellaville, this will be your chance to get it. Nice building lot to be sold on Nov. 6th. This a chance to get a lot in a desirable place, don't miss the opportunity. Sale to occur at the court house. If you want to buy one of the best plantations in the county, don't miss the sale of the old Williams place on Nov. 6th. You may never have another opportunity to get such a desirable farm. Will be sold at the court house. DEATH OF MRS. GAY Mrs. Annie Gay, wife of the late Jacob M. Gay of this county, died at the home of her sister, Mrs. J.M. Thornton, at Americus on last Sunday. The remains were brought to Ellaville on the early morning train Monday and conveyed to the family burying ground near the old homestead where she had lived the greater part of her days. Relative to the life of this good woman lived, we feel nothing we might, in our humble way say, would even approach a just eulogy to her memory. But as it was our good fortune to know her in childhood and until we reached man-hood's stage of life, we do know the sweet influences she exerted and the many acts of love and kindness she administered will ever record her name upon our memory as being one of the sweetest. best, most cultured and refined women that it was ever our pleasure to know. The greatest evidence of her real merits was that her whole life was a complete sacrifice for those she loved, and whether her efforts of loyalty and love were not with proper consideration or a bitter disappointment, she, never the less, stood true to every obligation of life, bearing them bravely without a murmer or complaint. We feel not the slightest hesitancy in saying that this sweet soul has received that last and only reward--a home of peace and love beyond the skies. end # 43. The Schley County News Friday, November 2, 1906 No. 44. AN IMPORTANT MEETING The Sarah E. Hornady Chapter of United Daughters of Confederacy held a meeting at the home of Mrs. E.W. Strange on last Tuesday afternoon. In addition to the regular routine of business, the matter of erecting a monument on the Court House square to the memory of Schley's confederate dead was taken up and plans were inaugurated by which the move will be placed on foot at once. This is a move in which every man, womwan, and child in Schley county should feel interested in, and under no circumstances can anyone afford not to have a part in this good work by liberally contributing to same. The News is about the weakest financial institution in the county, but we feel that we can't afford to subscribe less than $5.00 to such a cause. NOTICE TO LADIES The members of the Ladies School Improvement Club of Midway are requested to meet at Midway School house, Nov., the 9th at 3 o'clock p.m. for the purpose of planning our year's work. Other ladies interested are codially invited to attend. PASSING NEWS Mrs. E.E. Collins attended the U.D.C. Convention at Americus this week. Mrs. C.H. Smith returned home from Dawson Tuesday where she had spent several days in the interest of Missionary work. Mr. J.T. Stewart, of Lowe, has rented the W.H. McCrory place and will between this time and Xmas move his family to our little town. Mr. R.H. Slappey and daughters, Misses Lizzie and Callie, are now residents of our little town, moving from Americus here Tuesday. They are occupying the Wiggins home. Mrs. W.E. Nichols returned to her home at Boston last Saturday, together with her sisters, Misses Willa and Norene Wiggins who will make that place their home in the future. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Mathis, of Ft. Valley and Mrs. T.J. Davidson, of Americus, spent several days this week when their parents, Mr. and Mrs. T.J. Murphey. Mrs. Dr. Ficklin(g), of Butler, is the guest of relatives this week. Mr. G(eorge) A(rchibald) Hill, coming from Sylvester, spent last week with parents, Mr. and Mrs. P.Z. Hill. Miss Sarah Bennett again opened up school at the Lewis School house, where she taught during the spring. Sheriff Lumpkin has been busy all the week getting ready for the City Court Monday. Ellaville K. of P. Lodge is still on the grow, on last Tuesday evening the rank of Knight was conferred upon Prof. Collins and Mr. H.W. Hogg. Mr. Homer Poole has been elected as teacher by the patrons of the LaCrosse School and is now conducting a very promising school at that place. Mr. Poole is one of Schley's most promising young men and we wish for him much success. The first attraction of the Alkahest Lecture course was presented at the auditorium on last Friday night. Mr. Ross Crane entertained a large audience for an hour or more with his remarkable lecture "Character Study," clearly illustrating every suggestion. All agreed that it was one of the best entertainments ever given in the auditorium. Mrs. G.C. Dyess and Miss Ethel Edge returned home Monday after a pleasant visit to relatives at Americus. As Christmas is drawing near it is about time for the bachelor to begin to look about for a suitable gift for his best girl. Judge Taylor and Claude Dixon have already made their selections. Miss Annie Collum entertained quite a number of friends on last Friday night, at her home at Putnam. Quite a pleasant evening was spent with delicious refreshments, several couples from Ellaville were invited. end # 44. The Schley County News Friday November 9, 1906 No. 45. ADMINISTRATORS SALE The public sale was largely attended Tuesday and all the property sold brought fancy prices, which is further evidence to sustain the contention that to own real estate in Schley county means to be the possessor of something worthy of owning. The Henry Fulford place, of 300 acres, was sold for $3500.00 to Mr. W.H. Fulford. The E. Hill property went as follows: The home place, here in town, was bought in for Mrs. E. Hill at the price of $3715.00. The plantation, the old Williams place, containing 800 acres, was purchased by Mr. A.J. Hill, at $6050.00. The Moon place of 600 acres, situated near the Taylor county line, was knocked off to Mr. J.S. Rogers at $1250. The last mentioned place included the happy little home of Uncle Johnie and Aunt Charity McCarthy, which they held and lived on for many years by virtue of a claim of gift from Mr. Hill. Immediately after Mr. Rogers bought the property, he gave to Uncle Johnie a Life deed to his house and two acres of land, which the light hearted Irishman took, pined it up securely in his inside coat pocket and scampered off home to break the golden news to Charity. Uncle Johnie is now a free holder in addition to being the happiest man in the county. IN THE CITY COURT The City Court was called to order Monday morning promptly at 9 o'clock by the presiding Judge J.C. Rainey, and in a few minutes the jurors were in their boxes passing upon questions of guilt or innocence of parties accused. The court lasted through Monday and Tuesday, during which time seven criminal cases were disposed of, in the following manner: Cleveland Sellars paid a fine of $50.00 for Larceny from the house. Henry Gundy was taxed $50.00 for striking a Buck Creek society belle of color. Judge L.A. Giles was vindicated by the jury on a charge of profane language in the presence of females. Frank Majors, who had jumped Mr. Lester Lightner for $19.65 on a contract, also jumped into the gang for 8 months straight. Rev. Robert Perry who had been a litle over strenerous in his rule of home, by the free application of the strap on his better half, was handed out a corresponding dose in shape of a fine of seventy-five plunks. Caezar and Harrold Seay tried to bull the market by selling cotton that belonged to J.H. Holloway and were accordingly made bare to the tune of forty and costs each. This being the first session of the court, quite a number of cases were passed to the February term, on account of absence witnesses, etc. But taking everything into consideration it was a very successful start for the new court. Out of the defendants tried 6 were found guilty, the fines and forfeitures amounting to something like $600.00. LEGAL ADVERTISEMENTS Citations Georgia--Schley County. J. T. stewart having in proper form applied to me for permanent letters of administration on the estate of Patience D. Mott, this is to cite all and singular the creditors and next of kin of Patience D. Mott to be and appear at my office within the time allowed by law, and show cause, if any they can, why permanent letters of administration should not be granted to J.T. Stewart on Patience D. Mott's estate. Witness my hand and official signaturethis 3rd day of Nov. 1906. Phil E. Taylor, Ordinary. Georgia--Schley County. W.E. Nichols, having applied to me for permanent lettrers of adninistration on the estate of R. A. Wiggins, late of said county, this is to cite all and singular the creditors and next of kin of R.A. Wiggins, to be and appear at my office within the time allowed by law, and show cause, if any they can, why permanent letters of administration should not be granted to W(illiam) E. Nichols on R.A. Wiggins estate. Witness my hand and official signature, this 1st day of Nov. 1906. P.E. Taylor, Ordinary. Georgia--Schley County. Dr. C.G. Jones having in proper form applied to me for permanent letters of administration on the estate of Dolly Terry, late of said county, this is to cite all and singular the creditors and next of kin of Dolly Terry to be and appear at my office on 1st Monday in December next and show cause if any they can why permanent letters of administration should not be granted to E.B. Barrow, Clerk of Superior Court on Dolly Terry's estate. This Nov. 1st 1906. P.E. Taylor, Ordinary. (Note: this not an error in transcription, this is what it said.) Georgia--Schley County. W.E. Nichols having applied for guardianship of the person and property of Norine Wiggins, minor child of R.A. and Mary Belle Wiggins, late of said county, deceased, notice is given that said application will be heard at my ofice at 10 o'clock a.m. on the first Monday in Dec. 1906. This the 1st day of Nov. 1906. P.E. Taylor, Ordinary. Georgia--Schley County. J.L.B. Usry having applied for guardianship of the persons and property of Edward Usry, aged 19, Emmett Usry, aged 18, Gertrude Usry, aged 12, Dora Usry, aged 11, minor children of J.L.B. and Elizabeth T. Usry late of said county, deceased, notice is given that said application will be heard at my office at 10 o'clock a.m. on the first Monday in Dec. next. This Nov. 5th 1906. P.E. Taylor, Ordinary. PASSING NEWS Mr. J.N. Tyson, of Doerun, is on a visit to relatives here. Mrs. Freeman, of Waverly Hall, is with her daughter, Mrs. J.L. Duncan. Mr. J.H. Fulford, of Dawson, attended public sale here Tuesday. Miss Luella Woods came over from Rochelle Saturday, spending the night with homefolks. Mrs. Lillie Dixon is visiting her sister, Miss May Davis, at Americus this week. Mrs. Hardy of Greenville, Ga., spent last Friday with her cousin, Mrs. E.L. Bridges. Cols. G.P. Munro and T.B. Rainey came down from Buena Vista Tuesday, having legal business here. Mrs. J.H. Holloway and children spent several days in Americus this week, the guests of her sister, Mrs. W.W. Dykes. Miss Frazier, who has been nursing Mrs. A.J. Hill during her recent illness returned to Atlanta this week. Miss mae Mott, after spending several weeks with her sister, Mrs. I.L. Lindsay, returned to her home at Forsyth Thursday. Mrs. R.F. Williamson, after spending some time with her daughter, Mrs. Ed Eubanks at Ft. Valley, returned home Wednesday. Mr. and Mrs. R.M. Rainey entertained a jolly party of young people from here on last Tuesday night at a cane grinding. Mr. and Mrs. C.H. Murphey are with their parents, Mr. and Mrs. R.M. Murphey coming from Selma, Ala., Tuesday. Mrs. C.H. Smith spent Wednesday and Thursday at Buena Vista, where she went in the interest of the cause of Temperance. Little Miss Burt is among the latest arrivals, who in the future will make her home with Mr. and Mrs. Cleve Burt. Cols. J.R. Williams and W.W. Dykes, of Americus, were among the legal lights who attended the city court here this week. Mrs. W.H. Collins, of Yeomans, came Monday in response to a message calling her to the bedside of her mother, Mrs. R.F. Tyson, who is now quite sick. To the good people of Ellaville and those of the county, language is inadequate to express my thanks for the heroic work you did saving my residence Monday night from the terrible fire that consumed mine and Dr. Bridges' barn. Thankfully yours. Dr. D(C) G. Jones. Mr. Walter Sellars announces his candidacy for tax collector in this issue. He is one of Schley's most promising young men and enjoys having the full confidence and high esteem of all our people. He is in every way competant to fill the office. The friends of W.L. Reid will read the announcement of his candidacy for tax collector with much interest. Everybody in the county knows him as he is a lifelong resident here, and has so conducted himself as to make many friends and gain the confidence of all. To the white voters of Schley county: I hereby announce myself as a candidate for tax collector of Schley County, subject to the rules and regulations fixed by the Executive Committee to govern the primary on the 30th day of November next. I most earnestly solicit the support of all, and, if elected promise to discharge the duties of the office faithfully, impartially and as the law directs. Very Respectfully, J.F. Stewart. FIRE MONDAY NIGHT A few minutes after 7 o'clock on last Monday evening, the alarm of fire was sounded and our little town was thrown into a state of wild excitement. The fire originated in Dr. Bridges' barn just back of his and Dr. Jones' residences. The barn being full of hay and fodder, it burned so rapidly that it was in a light blaze before the nearest neighbors could reach the scene, and it was with the greatest difficulty that he succeeded saving his buggies and five head of horses, one horse, however being destroyed in the fire. Dr. Jones barn in the meanwhile caught and it was destroyed, which rendered the already dangerous situation all the more serious, and had it not been for the very effectual work of the "bucket brigade," the dwelling houses of both Dr. Jones and Dr. Bridges would have been burned. In spite of the flames that at times would almost cover the home of Dr. Jones, a portion of the crowd bravely held their ground and applied water as it was brought to them from neighboring wells by the hundreds of buckets in the hands of both whites and blacks. The good negroes of our town deserve special praise for their faithful assistance on this occasion, for it was largely through their efforts that the flames were checked, and thereby probably several of our most desirable homes. Dr. Bridges' loss was something like $1000, while Dr. Jones' was about $500, neither of them had insurance. end # 45. The Schley County News Friday, November 16, 1906 No. 46 THANKSGIVING APPEAL In the past two months we have waited patiently hoping everyday that our subscribers would come forward and pay up their subscription for the present year as well as back dues. All of this time we have gone along without saying anything 'specially about our collections feeling assured that all would come right in due course of time, but our extreme scarcity of funds together with the near approach of Xmas has somewhat aroused our suspicion and time no longer offers any consolation. We need money! thats all there is to it, and if we don't get the money, business will have to stop. If we had even collected a part it would be quite different but when we take a look at our books, 'specially our pocket books, and find that our receipts are less than ten percent, it simply throws a billious shade over our entire circumference. Just to give our readers a correct idea of how we stand we respectfully submit the following report: Subscriptions due for the year 1905, $100.00 Subscriptions due for the year 1906, $450.00 Amount collected to date, $36.00 Now, wouldn't that showing turn anybody, except a county newspaper editor, blue in the face and elsewhere accordingly? We fully realize that this state of affairs is largely due to negligence and that we some day will get every cent due us, for our subscribers are all just as good as they can be. Non residents will please carefully observe the foregoing and in turn mail us a check or money order at once. Don't put it off, do it right away. In the meantime let every subscriber come forward and settle up. PASSING NEWS T.R. Slappey was in town yesterday. Mr. J.H. Mott of Monroe county is visiting here this week. Mrs. S.J. Norman, of Moultrie, is with her mother, Mrs. R.F. Tyson. Mr. Frank Baldwin spent Sunday with his sister, Mrs. H.J. Williamson, coming from Atlanta. Judge and Mrs. J.A. Hixon came up from Americus yesterday to an entertainment given last evening by Dr. Bridges. Misses Wooten, McCrary, and Jefferson were the charming guests of Mrs. H.S. Munro Thursday, returning to Buena Vista today. Mrs. S.M. Callier is expected to visit her sister, Mrs. Lillie Dixon next week, coming from Thomaston. The announcement for Tax Collector in last week's issue, signed J.F. Stewart, was in error, as it should have been J.T. Stewart. We take pleasure in making the correction with this issue. Mr. J.P. Poole, of LaCrosse, has his announcement for Tax Collector in this issue, which will be read with interest by his friends. He is widly (widely) known in the county, besides having a large family connection, hence it is safe to predict for him a creditable race. MRS. EASON DEAD Mrs. Jennie V. Eason, one of Schley county's most highly respected ladies, died at her home, just a few miles north of town, on last Monday afternoon at 5 o'clock, after a brief illness of only one week. She was 69 years of age, and is survived by six children, namely, Mr. John Eason, of Worth county, Mr. Smith Eason and Mrs. Walter Eason, of Laurel Hill, Florida, Messrs. R.E.L. and Spencer Eason, and Mrs. J.W. McCorkle, of this county. The funeral services were conducted from the home on Tuesday afternoon, Rev. W.K. Dennis officiating. end # 46. The Schley County News November 23, 1906 No. 47 On the first Tuesday in the present month, when the Fulford place, remote from railroad advantages, was sold at administrators sale for $3500, many present expressed themselves as surprised at the sale. Several good citizens called back only a few years when the place could not be sold for $1000. The price suggests only the increased valuation of the adjacent property. The price paid for the place was reasonable, and yet the only advantages that have come to the place within the last ten years, is that one of the best schools in the county has been located near it. PASSING NEWS Miss Maude Williamson visited friends at Buena Vista this week. Mrs. S.J. Wynn came from Macon Tuesday to be with her sister, Mrs. A.J. Walters, who has been sick for some time. Misses Dollie Allen and Martha Baldwin spent Thursday in Americas shopping. Mrs. L.B. Gardner returned to her home at Oglethorpe Saturday after a stay of several days with Mrs. A.J. Hill. Mr. C.S. Eason, of Laurell(Laurel) Hill, Fla., is on a visit to relatives and friends here this week. Hon. E.L. Bridges, attended the meeting of trustees of the Agricultural College for the 3rd Congressional District at Americus Tuesday. Mrs. Royal and Mrs. Watkins, of Royal, after spending a few days with relatives here this week left Wednesday for a visit to Sylvester. The friends of Mr and Mrs. W.H. Collins, of Yeomans, Ga., will be glad to learn that they will make Ellaville their home next year. Mr. Collins has accepted a position with Strange and Arrington. Mr. and Mrs. J.L. Duncan are delighted over the arrival of a fine boy. Messrs. A.M. Park, W.W. Lumpkin, W.D. Murray, J.H. Stevens, R.E. Hill, Tebe Ethridge, J.W. McCorkle, composing the Ellaville--Milltown syndicate, attended the mamoth land lot drawing at Milltown on the 20th. These gentlemen returned home Wednesday, and judging from various reports handed in, none of the party suceeded in reaching the end of the rainbow; at least, none of them brought back the bag of gold. STORES CLOSE We the undersigned merchants agree to close our place of business on November 29, 1906, Thanksgiving Day: Williams & Walters; W.D. Sears; Park & Holloway; Bridges & Dixon; A.C. Murray; Duncan Bros.; T.J. Mott; Allen Grocery; Mrs. A. Allen; Strange & Arrington; J.B. Williamson; Battle & Hill; Morrison & Jordan; A. J. Walters. TO OUR CUSTOMERS In view of the fact that Mr. H.H. Threlkeld has recently sold to me his interest in the firm of Mott & Threlkeld, I ask that all parties indebted to that firm come forward and make settelemnts of their accounts accounts at once. According to my and Mr. Threlkeld's dissolution, it is necessary that the present year's business be closed up in a satisfactory manner, and it is for this reason that we make this request. Thanking all patrons of the old firm for the liberal patronage and soliciting a continuation of the same. I beg to remain very respectfully. T.J. Mott, Jr. THANKSGIVING AT MIDWAY The people of Murray are planning to have an old time Thanksgiving Dinner at Midway School on Nov. 29. In addition to the regular menu, Turkey, Cranberries, Pumpkin pies and Apple butter, they propose to add Barbequed pig and possum. They have planned to open the campaign for local taxation for the support of Schley county schools. Mr. Ed McMichael will be the Orator of the day; yet many prominent men of our county will make speeches. Come to the rally---One of the boys. I will be glad to order your Thanksgiving cakes at the following rates. Fruit and pound cakes 30 c. lb., chocolate, cocoanut, figs nut, etc., 3 layers 60 c., 4 layers 75 c., cup cake 5 and 10 cts.--E.L. McCrory. end # 47. PASSING NEWS Miss Fay Williams came up from Americus Tuesday to visit relatives. Miss Martha Baldwin entertained a few of her friends Thursday for Thanksgiving Dinner. Misses Nettylee and Loca Payne, of Americus, were pleasant visitors here this week. Mrs. H.J. Williams and little daughter Velma, visited Americus Sunday. Miss Ella Bess McMichael, of Buena Vista, is the guest of Miss Edith Munro this week. Mrs. J.R. Jordan returned home Sunday, after a visit to parents in Buena Vista. Mrs. W.K. Dennis and Miss Mary Williamson spent Tuesday in Americus. Mr. and Mrs. A.J. Walters, after a two weeks' illness, are now very much improved. Mr. Charles Mauk, of LaCrosse, was among the number of invited guests at the auditorium Thursday night. Mr. and Mrs. Pope came over from Americus and spent Thanksgiving with Mrs. C.H. Smith. Mr. R.W. Woods left last night for Bronwood, where he goes to assume the duties of bookeeper for a permanent firm of that place. Mr. Turner and Miss Nettylee Williams of Buena Vista were visitors here yesterday. Mr. Tebe Ethridge who has for the past year been with Strange and Arrington has accepted a position in Columbus and will go to that place in the near future. AN ENTERTAINMENT The Thanksgiving entertainment at the Auditorium last night was indeed a delightful occasion. Something like a half a hundred were present and in addition to the many games of jollification, Little Misses Mary Strange and Jennie Dixon kept the entire company served with delicious punch and other refreshments. All seemed throughly to enjoy the evening and upon the departing of the guests, many were the expressions of thanks to the young people in charge of arrangements. TURPIN--WEAVER Ellaville was visited on last Saturday night with a surprise as well as a somewhat romantic marriage, the contracting parties being Miss Nell Turpin and Mr. Harvey Weaver of Americus. The young couple leaving their home at Americus about 10 o'clock, reaching Ellaville something like twelve and immediately after finding the license man they drove to the home of Rev. R.F. Williamson, who soon pronounced them man and wife, after which they returned to Americus where they are now receiving congratulations from a host of prominent friends. LEGAL ADVERTISEMENT Georgia--Schley County. Whereas it has been made known to me that a vacancy in the office of Tax Collector of said county has occured by the death of R.A. Wiggins, late tax collector of said county, it being my duty under the law made and provided for an election to fill such vacancies. I, P.E. Taylor, ordinary of said county, do hereby order an election to be held on Tuesday, 18th day of December, 1906, for the purpose of filling said vacancy. Said election to be held in accordance with the laws governing regular elections for county officers. Given under my hand and official signature this 27th day of November, 1906. P.E.Taylor, Ordinary. NOTICE I have a good 5 room house, 1 1/2 miles from town, good School and best interior cotton market in the United States. I will rent with or without from 1 to 3 horse farm, extra fam land, for further information apply to R.E.L. Eason, Ellaville, Ga. NOTICE I will sell to the highest bidder the personal property belonging to the estate of Mrs. Julia V. Eason, deceased to wit: Two mules, 4head of cattle, 8 hogs, wagon, buggy, corn foder, potatoes, agricultural impliments, house-hold, and kitchen furniture. Sale will be at the home of the deceased, Wednesday, Dec. 5th 1906. Terms Cash. R.E.L. Eason, Ex. end # 48. The Schley County News Friday, December 7, 1906 No. 49. LEGAL ADVERTISEMENT Georgia--Schley County. Application for Leave to Sell Land Notice is hereby given that the undersigned has appealed to the ordinary of said county for leave to sell lands belonging to Dolly Terry for the purpose of paying debts, said application will be heard at the regular term of court of ordinary for said county on the first Monday in January, 1907. This Dec. 3rd 1906. E.B. Barrow, C.S.C.S.C., Administrator upon the estate of Dolly Terry. Georgia--Monroe County. By virtue of an order of the court of Ordinary of said county, will be sold at public outcry, on the first Tuesday in January 1907, at the court house in Schley county between the legal hours of sale; the following real estate, situated in Monroe county, to wit: One sixth undivided interest in two hundred acres of land, more or less, in Schley county, Georgia and bounded North by Silas Allen, East by T.J. Mott, Jr., South by Mrs. M.E. Stewart and Nancy Joees(Jones?) and west by J.T. Stewart, being the dower of Mrs. P.D. Moot(Mott?). The sale will continue from day to day until all property is sold. Terms Cash. This 3rd day of Dec. 1906. Jno. H. Mott, Guardian of estate of David and Zollie Kleckley. Old man Rawlings and Alf Moore paid the death penalty on the gallows at Valdosta, Ga., Tuesday, for the murder of the Carter children. The three Rawlings boys will be executed to-day unless the pardoning board interferes. PASSING NEWS Mr. Ed Bell, of Americus, was in town Monday on business. Mr. J.H. Fulford came over from Dawson Tuesday on business. Mrs. E.L. Bridges and D.P. Murphey visited Americus this week. Mesdames R.E. Hill and J.S. Lightner, went over to Americus between trains, Saturday. Mrs. E.L. McGowen of Savannah, is with her mother arriving here Saturday. Little Misses Mildred Arrington and Louies Chappell were visitors here last week. Mr. S.R. Bridges was here Tuesday in the interest of the Alkahest course. Mr. W.E. Nichols came up from Boston to attend Ordinary's court Monday. Mrs. M.E. Burrus, of Columbus, spent Saturday and Sunday at the Peacock House. Col. W.W. Dykes was a visitor here Monday, coming on legal business from Americus. Rev. Quarteman, of Dawson was the guest of friends in the city during the past several days, preaching two very intersting sermons at the Baptist church. Mr. and Mrs. Roger Williams came over from Buena Vista Sunday, spending the day with Dr. and Mrs. Jordan. Mr. John Eason, of Worth county is on a visit to his brothers, Messrs. R.E.L. and Spencer Eason. News from Dr. Ein Collum, who is now located at Herald, Ga., is to the effect that he is doing a nice practice at that place. Mrs. L.W. Dixon, of LaCrosse, returned home from Buena Vista, Saturday, where she had been in the attendance upon her daughter, Mrs. Cleve Burt, who has been quite sick at that place. The people of Ellaville and Schley county will regret to learn of the loss of Rev. W.K. Dennis, our present Methodist pastor. Mr. Dennis, during his two years stay with us has endeared himself to a large circle of friends. His service to his churches has been faithful throughout and his demeanor as a man, has been that of a hightone, intelligent, christian gentleman. As a preacher, he has but few equals, and it is safe to say that the many powerful sermons he has preached in this community will prove as seed sown upon good ground. AT AUCTION Saturday at 3 o'clock p.m., we will sell to the highest bidder, one alarm money drawer, one office stool, one paper cutter, two swinging lamps, 10 dozen goblets, 10 dozen tumblers, 6 dozen cake stands, pictures, 12 tables or counters and other odds and ends left of the C.L. Peacock & Son stock. C.L. Peacock & son. NOTICE We have installed a pay stattion telephone at Bridges & Dixon's Drug store. Now subscribers will please go to this station when wishing to use the phone and thus avoid annoying subscribers. E.L. Bridges. end # 49. The Schley County News Friday, December 14, 1906 No. 50 PASSING NEWS D.A. Peacock spent Sunday here. Dr. B.L. Bridges spent Sunday here. Miss Maggie Williams went down to Americas from here Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. Ed Strange were visitors at Americas from here Tuesday. Miss Annie Hamilton of Atlanta, is spending the week with Miss Julia Peacock. Col. J.E. Shephard, came over from Americus Monday on legal business. Rev. W.K. Dennis, wife and little Helen leave today for their new home at Shellman, much to the regret of their many friends. Mrs. Rebie Barrow after a two weeks visit to her mother, Mrs. Chas. Womack, returned to her home at Marshallville Monday. Mrs. Dr. Stewart spent several days in Americas this week the guest of Miss Nettye Payne. Mrs. S.C. Collins on last Tuesday eveing entertained quite a number of her friends at a card party, during which a very pleasant evening was spent. FROM LEWIS ACADEMY The school at Lewis Academy is in a flourishing condition under the supervision of Miss Sarah J. Bennette, we have on roll about fifty and expect more this week, and hope to make the banner school of the county. The health of our community is very good at present. Hog killing was the order of the day here Friday, as it turned a little cool that day. Mr. Perry Wimbish happened to a very serious accident last week--a certain young lady said when she got him, she was going to have an accident policy taken out on him at once. Mrs. Bob Perry and Miss Ethel McGarrah visited Americcus last Friday. Misses Sarrah Bennette and Lucy Mott spent a very pleasant day at Mrs. T.R. Strange's Sunday. We learn that Mr. Carl Howell, who has been suffering very much with his head, has gone to Atlanta to have an operation performed. Miss Nan Caldwell who has in our midst for two weeks has returned to Atlanta, from which place she will leave in a few days for California. Mr. J.C. King and family spent Sunday with Mrs. T.A. Wimbish. Mr. Howell Eason visited Mr. Grady Wimbish Sunday afternoon. Col. and Mrs. Zack Childers who have been visiting in the community returned Sunday to their home in Americus. Mr. Issac Hart eas a visitor here Sunday, coming from Ellaville. Miss Lois McGarrah and Theo Wimbish have been on the sick list this week. A jolly little crowd gathered at Mrs. Bob Perry's on last Wednesday evening. Mr. Mauk brought over his graphaphone and treated the party to many beautiful selections. Miss Linda Walker has come to make her home with Mr. and Mrs. Duhart Walker. Rumor says that there is to be a bride in the community soon. Guess who? We are going to have a number of recitations, songs, etc., Friday evening, would be glad to have as many of the patrons as possible to come out. We are going to revive our club and expect to have the first meeting Friday. Miss Martha Strange spent Saturday and Sunday with home folks.---One of the girls. LETTER FROM LACROSSE SCHOOL We have a good school with 45 scholars enrolled, but our desks are very sorry and uncomfortable, and we would be so glad if the Board of Education would furnish us with nice new ones. We have a new school house and stove and if we had good new desks we would simply be "OK." When Comm. Collum comes to see us, he will be so proud of what we are doing that I am sure, that he will set to work to get the desks for us. Our teacher is just fine and he say we are all getting along nicely with our studies. On arbor day we planted out six fine water oaks in the school yard and everything is looking excellent around LaCrosse School.----V.L. Autry. end # 50. The Schley County News Friday, December 21, 1906 No. 51 PASSING NEWS Pay for your paper--22nd Preaching, M.E. Church--23rd Santa Clause--24th The Ariel Quartet--26th Knights of Pythias Banquet--28th Ariel Quartet, Dec. 26th--night at Academy. Miss Lucy Baldwin is expected Thursday, coming from Cox College, to spend Xmas. Misses Annie Belle McCrory and Bobbie Royal, of Weslyan College, will spend the holidays at home. Mrs. Roger Williams, of Doyle, is with her sister, Mrs. J.R. Jordan. Mrs. J.S. Lightner's Music class will give a recital at the auditorium Friday night. Everybody codially invited to attend. Mrs. T.C. Tondee spent Tuesday in Americas, the guest of Misses Nettye and Loca Payne. Mrs. D. McKey, of Americas, and Mrs. Wm. McKey, of Upatori, were the guest of Mrs. J.C. Rainey last Friday. Miss May Davis, of Americas returned home Monday after a few days visit to Mrs. Lillie Dixon. FOR RENT OR SALE--A good three horse farm within one mile of Putnam, Ga. Good dwelling houses--Good healthy location--will rent next year for 3 bales of cotton. See J.H. Cheney. The election for Tax Collector passed off quietly Tuesday, very little interest being manifested and a small vote polled, owing to the fact that there was no opposition in the field. Mr. W.L. Reid, the democratic nominee, received the full vote cast and is now the full-fledged Tax Collector of the county. He will make the county an excellent officer, and it is very gratifying to him and a large host of friends that he has been honored with this important office. FROM LEWIS ACADEMY Mr. Robert Strange has treated himself to a new buggy. Mr. Auley Luke, of DeSota, was a visitor in our community Sunday afternoon. Mrs. G.A. Massey has gone to Bronwood to spend the winter with her son, Mr. George Massey. Mr. Robert Strange and Miss Sarah Bennette (school teacher) visited Mr. and Mrs. Z.S. Childers in Americas last Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Earnest Green visited relatives here this week. Miss Eva Wall spent several days with relatives here the past week. We regret very much to learn that Mrs. Arthur McGee is very ill at the home of Mr. and Mrs. G.T. Walker. School closes Friday for the Xmas holidays, the club will give a pound party at the school house Friday night. Miss Minnie Lindsay spent the week-end with home folks in Ellaville, she is such a jolly girl, we hate to give her up even for a short time. Mr. Tom Walker spent Saturday in Americas. Mr. W.A. Perry was in Ellaville Saturday. The Atlanta Women's Club contributed a box of books towards our library. Any contributions will be appreciated---One of the girls. end # 51. This is the last issue of 1906. The Schley County News Friday, December 22, 1906 No. 52 PASSING NEWS Miss Leila Stewart is with her sister, Mrs. A.C. Murray. Mr. E.E. Collins and son, Jordan, and Mrs. S.C. Collins spent Friday at Bronwood. Miss Annie Collum, of Putnam, is the guest of friends in the city. Miss Ruth Arrington, of Americus, was a pleasant visitor here Wednesday night. Dr. S.R. Patton, coming from Hartwell, will be the guest of his mother for several days at Concord. Prof. C.O. Rainey, now of Sylvester, is with parents, Mr. and Mrs. R.M. Rainey. Mr. W.J. Slappey and T.R., Jr. spent Wednesday with home folks. Miss Berta Dozier, of Atlanta, is with her mother Mrs. Mollie Dozier. Mrs. Judith Cheney and Miss Maude Williamson ran over to Americus Saturday shopping. Miss Ozie Hart was a visitor at the home of Mr. and Mrs. W.T. Myers at Americus last week. Mrs. Ed Eubanks, of Ft. Valley, is with parents here. Miss Ina Williams returns Monday to Broxton, after spending Christmas here. Mrs. W.J. Hodges and Master Burton Russell Bridges, of Atlanta, are on a visit to relatives in the city. Stacey Jones was a visitor here this week, coming from Columbus. Mrs. Lillie Dixon visited relatives at Americus during the Christmas (holidays?). Judge and Mrs. J.C. Rainey returned home, from a few days visit at Waverly Hall, Wednesday. Mrs. E.L. Bridges visited Americas Thursday. Miss Midge Collum is at home at Putnam, coming from the G.N. I. College at Milledgeville last Saturday. Miss Jessie Jameson is spending the week at her home, at Tolbotton. Mr. and Mrs. Hamett Kleckley spent the day Thursday very pleasantly with Mr. and Mrs. T.J. Mott. Miss Park of Americus, is with her sister, Mrs. A.M. Paul, during the holidays. Mr. E.L. McGowen, of Savannah, spent several days the past week with Mrs. McGowen at the Peacock House. Mrs. W.H. McCrory and Mrs. Grimmette, of Columbus, spent Sunday with Mrs. J.B. Williamson. Mr. and Mrs. Sam Williamson spent several days in Columbus the past week. Mr. and Mrs. Howard L. Bridges, of Atlanta, spent several days the past week with parents here. Miss Ethel Collins is spending the Christmas holidays with home folks at Blakeley. Mr. Sam Baldwin came over from Columbus Tuesday, spending the day with Mrs. H.J. Williams. Mr. T.O. Murray "blew-in" from Selma, Ala., Monday, spending a couple of days with parents. Mr. Luke Murray, coming from Albany enroute to Atlanta, where he goes to accept a position with the King Hardware Co., stopped off here this week with relatives. Commissioner of Agriculture, T.G. Hudson, was a visitor here yesterday. Mr. and Mrs. D.P. Murphey, after a stay of several weeks here with sister, Mrs. E.L. Bridges, have returned to their home at Way Crosse. Dr. B.L. Bridges, after the Ariel Quartet Wednesday evening, invited quite a number, including the members of the Quartet, up to his home and for two hours entertained most royally. Mrs. S.E. Hornady and daughter, Miss Mary, and W.P. Hornady, all of Dawson, are guests of relatives here this week. Miss Leola Pattison, of Columbus, and Miss Gresham, of Putnam, have been the very attractive guests of Mrs. S.C. Collins during the past few days. Rev. Ledbetter, our Methodist preacher for another year, arrived here with his family last Friday, coming from Arlington, and they are now at their home--the parsonage. The friends of Dr. C.G. Jones will regret to learn that he had the misfortune of falling on the stairway leading up to his office and breaking his ankle, the accident occuring on last Monday night. end # 52. END OF 1906