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COLUMBUS MISSISSIPPI, THURSDAY MORNING, DECEMBER 17, 1903.
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The Dispatch.
Entered at the Columbus postoEce for traas
n,is.sion through the mail as swcond-cla
n. alter.
MRS. S. C. MAER..
.Proprietor.
Weekly Market Report
...PllIPAHID BT...
J. H. STEVENS & SOX,
The Main Street Grocers.
To Close Saturday.
The Dispatch's voting contes
will close on Saturday at noon,
All ballots must be in this office
by that hour to be counted and
the final count will be turned
over to a committee to make the
awards from the number of bal
lots voted this week. The pre
riiium winners will be announced
in Sunday's paper and on Mon
day the distribution of the prizes
y ill occur. The young lady hav-
ing the highest number of votes
will have the privilege of select
ir.gher choice of the premiums
first; the second highest will
have second choice and so on un
t:l all of the prizes are taken.
The following are the prizes:
Handsome building lot; New
Home sewing machine, Win
chester shot gun; Buck's fam
ous stove; beautiful gold watch;
Steinbloch suit of clothes; hun
dred piece dinner and tea set
combined; order for merchan
dize at any store $10.00; Barrel
Hour; rocking chair; order for
merchandize $5.00; box cigars.
Premium winners can get or
ders for their premiums at this
office as soon as the awards are
made.
Remember, with every new
subscriber received up to noon
Saturday we give twenty ballots;
with every renewal ten ballots.
Court Proceedings.
Oliver Sykes was arraigned
before Justice of the Peace Mat
thews Monday on the charge of
stealing eight dollars from Lewis'
Williams. The defendent was
lined $3.00 and costs.
Messrs. Cotton and Wilson were
lodged in jail yesterday afternoon
for being drunk and disorderly
and disturbing the peace. They
will have a hearing before Mayor
(punier to day.
Justice of the Peace Matthews
iiad before him yesterday a case
in which religion and the love of
church almost proved the undo
ing of two persons of color.
Anthony Matthews and Virgie
Hargrove were the two persons
involved and they were charged
with burning the St. Peter's
church two miles from Colum
bus Saturday night. It seems
that Matthews was a member of
a rival church and this, combin
ed with some few threats he
had been heard to make, was the
evidence the prosecution brought
to bear. Capt. E. T. Sykes rep
resented the prosecution. The
defendant was bound over to
await the action of the grand
jury under a bond of S"200,
Tuesday, Dec. 15, 1903.
Cotton 11. IX)
Cotton seed per ton 13 00
Cotton Seed Meal 22 00
Cotton Seed Hull, perton 5 50
Potatoes, Irish, sack per bushel. 1 10
Eggs, fresh country, per dozen.. 30
Butter, country, per pound loto 25
Side meat per pound, per cwt.Ti to 10
Hams, best suorar cured loto 17
Flour, fancy patent, bbl 5 25
r lour, straight roller 4 2.jto4 fX)
Lard, leaf 10 to 11
Fire Alarm.
A smoking furnace at the store
of Simon Loeb & Bro. caused an
alarm of fire yesterday morning
at half-past eleven o'clock. The
alarm caused great excitement
for awhile, many thinking that
the big building was in serious
danger. The firemen were on
hand but found their services
not needed.
Alarm No. 2 came in yester
day afternoon about half past one
o'clock. It was caused by a
chimney of a cabin near Rily To
land's home in Ward No. 4, burn
ing out. The firemen had a long
run for nothing.
The third alarm came in yes
terday afternoon about half-past
three. It caused the firemen to
ask for overtime and was caused
grass burning at a cabin in Ward
No. 3. No damage.
For Sale.
A pair of No. 1 mares. Also
two good wagons. For terms
apply to T. L. Dashiell,
d9-lm Columbus, Miss.
For Sale.
Fifty shares of Columbus Com
press stock at 60. In blocks to
suit purchaser. Stock for the
past two years has earned and
paid 7 per cent Apply to
119-ltf P. W. Maer.
Cottolene
Lard, compound.
Oats, per bushel, mixed.
11
10
50
Meal, per bushel 55
Pearl
Corn.
meal.
80
GO
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by
The following is Gibert
Clay's cotton letter received
J. B. Harris & Co. yesterdav
The chief item of news in the
cotton market to-day related to
several failures in Manchester,
the nature of which, upon sub
sequent investigation, proved to
be failures by manufacturers of
cloth who were evidently incapa
ble of filling contracts. This
condition, however, did not cause
any unusual stir in Lnverpool
and the conclusion was drawn
accordingly that the matter was
acking in importance. One ca
ble stated that Lancashire
spinners natl issued a call to
American and Continental spin
ners inviting prompt, general
action for the adoption of short
ime, but this feature was not re-
arded seriously as the argu
ment was advanced that spin
ners, wno had exercised fore
sight and laid in supplies of raw
cotton, would not be willing to
bind themselves to such a course.
Amidst the clamor for short
ime came tne announcement
A 1 . A Tfc At
uiai a large isosion oagging con
cern, in reviewing the crop situa-
ion, stated tnat it was hard to
see how the yield could reach
en million bales. Thus the
trade had ample opportunity to
work both sides and the result
was only a slight chancre in
prices.
The spot department is eager
ly looked to for a positive incen
tive, and meanwhile the move
ment is carefully scanned for the
promised diminution. Any sig
nificant developments in connec
tion with these two guiding fea
tures will have a pronounced
effect.
The Explosion of Fire Works.
The approach of the holiday
season causes a great deal of ap
prehension in the minds of many
on account of the explosion of
fire works which usually attends
the celebration of Christmas.
The present has been an unusu
ally dry year and unless rain in
tervenes and the strictest regu
lations are enforced the explos
ion of fire works this Christmas
will be attended by a degree of
danger never before encountered
here.
No doubt, Mayor Gunter has
the matter under consideration
and at the proper time will issue
his proclamation dealing with
this matter. Heretofore the ex
plosion of lire works has been
prohibited in the business dis
trict and in the sections con
tiguous to the warehouses. The
same rule will, doubtless, be en
forced this year as well as ad
ditional restrictions in the use
of explosives.
Mr, D. D. Richards has re
ceived a typewriter which is des
tined to do a good work in pre
serving the records of deeds and
other important papers in the of-1
fice of the chancery clerk, to
which he has been elected. This
particular machine writes on
record books and its use greatly
facilitates the work of copying
records, while it is a great con
venience and advantage to the
people, who are forced to ex
amine the record from time to
time. Its merit has been recog
nized the country over in tho
performance of this work and no
doubt, when the new board sees
and realizes its value they will
equip the local office with one.
Death of Dr. J. L. Patty.
The death of Dr. J. L. Patty,
announcement of which reached
this city on Sunday morning,
was a great shock to this gen
tleman's wide circle of friends
here. Dr. Patty died about dark
on Saturday evening from heart
disease. He was en route to his
home in the Bigbee Valley neigh
borhood after having spent the
day in Brooksville on business.
He reached the store of Mr. H.
H. Shull about dark and was
greeted by some one in the
building-. He made reply and it
was believed that he had gone
on to his home until his lifeless
body was found in his buggy a
few minutes later. Dr. Patty
was in the prime of life and his
sudden death is a terrible be
reavement to his family, relatives j
and friends. For several months
past he had been in poor health
but it was not believed that his
malady was of such a serious na
ture. He was in Columbus only
a few days ago and appeared
to be in good health and was in
excellent spirits, rejoicing in the
high price of cotton and the
prosperity it had brought to the
people of this section.
Dr. Patty was well known in
Northeast Mississippi, and was
especially well known in Lowndes
and Noxubee counties. From
one of the first families of Noxu
bee county, he was identified
with every interest of her peo
ple. For years he had resided
in the Bigbee Valley neighbor
hood and was one of this sec
tion's largest and most success
ful planters. He was a frequent
visitor to Columbus and had
large commercial relations here.
He was a man of fine character,
lofty ideals, generous impulses
and princely hospitality, and he
endeared himself in a long life of
honor and usefulness to count
less friends in Columbus who
mourn his death. He leaves a
wife and a large family of child
ren who are inconsolable in their
grief. The Dispatch extends
its sympathy.
especially so to young men. The
kind welcome, the warm hand
clasp, the word of comfort given,
by both Doctor and ;is wife,
sent them awav strengthened to
fight the evil within and without,
while true Southern hospitality
was dispensed without grudging
and the souls of the guests were
never left unfed. The question:
"What have they seen in thine
house?" could never be asked of
them as it was of Hesekiah, for
theirs was a home where God
was loved and honored.
But he has "fallen- asleep" and
left behind him the savor of a
good name and the bright star of
a good life. It pays to be a
Christian for he had so lived that
when the final summons came I
he was as one who wraps the I
drapery of his couch about him
and lies down to pleasant
dreams." The Christian gentle
man, the brave soldier, the be
loved physician, the sincere
friend, the devoted husband and
father has "slipt awa" as the
Scotch say, but we know where
to find him. His children have
the heritage of the just, and she
who mourns him deepest awaits
a reunion in the Father's house.
He was a brave soldier during
the war between the States, and
at its close was married to Miss
Mary E. Anderson, of Pontotoc,
Miss., to whom he has long been
attached. Their union was
blessed with seven children, five
of whom survive him. He was
laid to rest in the family ceme
tery to await the resurrection of
the just. "A Friend."
Ballard's Horehound syrup
Immediately relieves hoarse, croupy
cough, oppressed, rattling, rasping
and difficult breathing. Henry C.
Stearns, druggist, Shullsburg, Wis.,
writes, May 20, 1U01. "I have been
selling Ballard's Horehound Syrup
for two years and have never had a
preparation that has given better
satifaction. I notice that when I sell
a bottle they come back for more. I
can honestly recommend it. .25c at
Johnston &: Caine's.
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the second- stock
t oi Christmas toys, f
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I .All h 1 A . m I I I A II.
Our Mr. Carter made a flying visit to Memphis Thurs
day and bought our second stock of Christmas goods.
l Our first stock was practically sold out, but we are de-
-j tei mined to keep up our "Rep" as THE TOY STORE.
mi a i 1 1 n . n a l
xnis new siock is iuii oi new tilings, many oi mem ere
z never shown here before, i
This Full and complete stock on sale this week
at the same low price that prevailed in the sale of our
Coughing bpell Caused Death.
"Harry Duckwell, aged 25 years,
choked to death early yesterday
morning at his home in the presence
of his wife and child. He contracted
a slight cold a few days ago and paid
but little attention to it. Yesterday
morning he was seized with a fit of
coughing which continued for some
time. His wife sent for physician but
before he could arrive another cough
ing spell came on and Duckwell died
from suffocation. St. Louis Globe-
Democrat, Dec. 1, 1901. Ballard's
Horehound Syrup would have saved
him. 2c, 50c and $1 at Johnston &
Caine's Drug Store.
Smith-Dobbs.
Mr. Jack Smith, a well-known
! carpenter of this city v:id Miss
Morah Dobbs, daughter of Mr.
W. J. Dobbs, were married last
Sunday evening at the home of
the bride in East Columbus, Rev.
J. B. Randolph officiating. Mr.
Smith is one of the cleverest and
most energetic mechanics of this
city and since his residence here
has made a wide circle of friends
who extend their congratulations
in his present happiness.
A Tribute to Dr. F. H. Ervin.
"Thou shalt come to thy grave
in a full age, like as a shock of
corn cometh in his season."
Jobev:26. This promise of a
long life to the faithful Christian
was fulfilled in the death of Dr.
F. H. Ervin which occurred Nov.
19, 1903, in the GSth year of his
age. ins spirit was ripe tor tne
Garner of the skies and has been
gathered home. For nearly
five years he was a sufferer; his
active life in a few moments
changed by paralysis to one of
suffering the strong man laid
low. He lived to prove that All
things for good to those who love
God." There "shut in" years
were to him the Beulah Land of
the soul. Thereby opportunity
was given mm to turn nis
thoughts from earthly cares and
duties which weighed sorely
upon him, and learn more of the
The Bible became bis constant
companion and its new found
treasures were to him as "cool
waters to a thirsty soul the
joy and rejoicing of his heart"
But I must speak of other years
when, as an untiring physician,
he was ever near the bedside of
the suffering, administering
comfort to the hearts as well as
relief to the bodies of men. He
was ever the cultured Christian
gentlemen, whether in the homes
of the lowly where his profession
called him, or in the social circle
with those of high degree. It
was remarked at his funeral that
his home was always a refuge
for the tempted and tried,
Favorite Family Remedy.
Frequently accidents occur in the
household which cause burns, sprains,
cuts and bruises: for use in such
cases Ballard's Snow Liniment has
for many years been the constant fa
forite family remedy. 2.c, 5k! and $1
at Johnston & Caine's.
New Grocery Store.
Messrs. A. S. & M. S. McClane,
of Noxubee county, have located
in Columbus and have rented a
store next to Frankiln & Co. 's on
Market street where they will
soon open a grocery store and
general merchandize business.
Messrs. McClane areexperienced
business men and are welcomed
to Columbus.
Important Notice.
Effective immediately, ail or
ders mailed to us on train num
ber 35, leaving Columbus at 5:20
p. m., will be shipped on train
number 3G, reaching Columbus
at 11 a. m. the next morning.
We hope the trade will take ad
dantage of this prompt service
and oblige. Yours truly',
T. Isenberg Liquor Co.,
Greenville, Miss.
Masonic Installation.
Sunday being the 27th, St.
John's Day, the members of Co
lumbus Lodge No. 5, A. F. and
A. M., will hold their installation
of officers on the night of the
26th, Saturday, at the new tem
ple. The installation will be
public and an appropriate pro-
gram of music will be rendered (
in connection with the installa
tion exercises.
For Sale.
Two hundred bushels of Im
ported Truitt Cotton Seed at 50c
per bushel. Apply to or address
, Jas. C. Netlson,
12-9-lm Columbus, Miss.
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cvL with this new stock. The first customer gets the larg- 3)
fs est selection. Why not be lirst.
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first stock. At these prices these new goods will move
rapidly. Many of our most valued customers were dis
appointed in not getting what they wanted out of the
j first stock by calling too late. Don't make that mistake
The Wonderful Walking Doll.
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She moves gracefully across the lloor, calls her "papa" and "mamma" and goes to
sleep tired out with her rambles. Every little girl in town will want one aud our
stock is limited.
The Modern Air Ship.
Come in and see it move around the store. Then take one to the baby. Only one to a
customer.
Indestructible Dolls.
The same to-day, to-morrow and forever. Don't miss them.
The stock is limited.
The Dollie's Home
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should be nicely furnished. We can supply furniture for her parlor, bed room, dining
room and kitchen. This line of novelties is great big values and serviceable. Our
new line of tea sets is specially attractive.
Many Other Novelties.
We can't tell all the good things we have in such small space. Come in and see
and you will find all you want. Don't delay coming. If you are not among
lirst somebody else will be.
them
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J CHXNA.Havaland, Japanese and Bavarian.
Many beautiful pieces to select from and everybody who knows ffne china pronounces
it of the highest quality and cheaper than they ever heard of before. Don't lose
the chance to get an elegant gift of guaranteed hand painted, pure gold decorated
Haviland china for half the usual price.
Gold Decorated Glassware.
We have just received a shipment of beautiful gold decorated glassware. The selec
tion is choice and the ware the prettiest we ever saw.
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Cornelian Cooking Ware, Etc.
A big shipment of this famous ware. The most -'esirable of all ware for the kitchen.
The assortment is varied. Not only the cooui ware but many elegant pieces of
decorated glazes, consisting of jardinieres, fern dishes, pitchers, small bowls and
chamber sets.
The Store of Many Departments.
Don't forget while buying your Christmas toys, etc,, that we carry an immense line
of staple dry goods of every description; of household furnishings and everything
you may need. ASK FOR IT IF YOU DO NOT SEE IT.
Come and see us. Come quick, then you'll get big values and the best choice.
YOU CAN GET IT FROM US FOR LESS.
GARTER & OH ARM AN.
SO
ISlue Eich OUater
For Indigestion. Constipation.
Liver and Kidney Trouble has
-5r 1 $ no equal. Received fresh from
JS! the spring's and sold on draught
O -2- at their fountain, also by the
-S gallon or barrel by
H. OSBORNE
SOLE AGENTS WHOLESALE ASD RETAIL FOR
COLUMBUS, MISS.
J. II. BRICKELL
NOTARY PUBLIC.
Acknowledgements Taken. Day or Niifht At
Office or Anywhere in the City. Will,
Apreciate YourlFavors.
Office Over H. Osbrnoe's.
Cash for Cigar Bands!
H. Osborne, the Druggist, will pay you
the highest cash prices for BANDS from
CUrars ot the following brands: Cremo."
'"Georjce W. Childs," "Premio. and Jack
son Square."
3. A. JOHNSTON, PFte&IDENT. IV. C. RICHARDS, VlCK-Pmms. R.T. WILLIAMS. CASHtem
THE FIRST STATE BANK,
COLUMBUS. MISSISSIPPI
CAPITAL. &1S.OOO.
Transacts a Banking Business Only. Dujs and Sells Exchange on the Prin
cipal Cities. Buys and Sells Bonds, Stocks and Warrants
Interest paid on deposits left for a specified time. Four times yearly must a sworn t.u fo
ment of its condition be published in the city papers. Fire-proof buildin: tire ?uj1 Ju!-.;ir
proof vault: the latest style of safes with the best locks. Small safes in the vau.t, if:vn.fc'
customers a secure place for valuables. None rented to strangers
Directors: W C. Richards. Jno. D. Morgan. D. F. Robertson. R. T. Williams. C A. Johnston
& COLUMBUS
Insurance and Banking; Co.
COLUMBUS, MISSISSIPPI.
: ' Capital, - - - -
Oldest Ban in the State With the Largest Banking Capita!.
$231,000
Maintained its credit durinsr the war, and redeemed its circulation after the war i.x
change on all the principal cities bought and sold. Stocks and Warrants bought and soal.
TV,e building has stood the test of three tires uninjured. Fire-proof vault and the latest
improved Herring Steel Safe, with time-lock and burglar-proof attachment. Sworn state
ment of its condition published four times per annum, and as often as tne option of the State
AU omrs-TB5 Franklin. President: B. A. Weaver, Vice-President; W, II. Lee. Casber;
IiecioV b. A. Weaver. E. T. Sykes, J. S. Billups. T.B. Franklin, W
and T. O. Bums.
fj, B. We solicit deposits andbusine.vs dealings with us.
attention to our patrooa.
II. l.ee. CI.. Lincoln
Courteous prompt and polite