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* ' -« ■ 4.-. * - V pg? Bf lecrfnrr: al! K-k<t<<l ’ re Has. with the greatest care ■to their fitness far Christmas gifts. Ke note two or three very tempting lots: Vtieotleman's ■> inch Cor-gres- Silk\Uinbrel- Bka. natural oxidized handles steel Tod and Jparigor. frame- *l.Ou each. / Ladies £<’• inch Gloria Silk U itabrellas, ’wautifnl assortment fancv handles, steel frame, etc , —Sfk each. Ladles’ or > .enGemen ,‘O-ineh Taffeta Silk Umbrellas. v-ith Diminutive s’.iff, and jewel ed handies —<2Jts each. Gingham Umbrellas-- perhaps bN) all told— • wid lots—some reallv worth 8150—going now at Me each. Christmas Hundreds, yes, thous m amis of gent emen, re- ffeck tvear. membered at Christ m&s with a neat Necktie. These fresh, bright selections, all it the newest shapaa, will strike you just light—we think. Gentlemen > Folded end Clubs Batwings and “Prince of Wales’’ ties in assorted “lengths—2sc each . Gentlemen’s Imperial “Four-in Hand.” Flowing End Tecks.and New Buffs.in beauti ful assortment, at 50c each. Full Lne “Windsor Ties’ and Ribbon Knots tor Misses and Children—3sc each. Now Don’t Delay JLgX \ ou will help yourself, and help us, by coming early. Come TOMORROW, while we have time to give you, and vour wants all due attention. Store open every night till io p.‘ m. IfcsJ). WHEATLEY. Corner Lamar Street and Cotton Avenue, ■ %*• /» <£i a W| vB e ' u of Smyrna and Moqneite Rugs. |jto<<>f these rugs go on sale "iondax morning al sharp price. gfe p being reversible. ha\c : dcuble the- hit- splendid xariclx o!'p..i. ; > . and very |Pvo. i contains rugs worth tip to $2 75; choice at $1 50 : .'-K *• Braine rugs worth up to $3 00: choice at $: 75. ■r Umbrellas. ' . - list Men mien may gR T ~?,- and up to $5. with especially | SFn around the $2 and £3 marks. present contained in this Bmber Sale of Shoes for Men. Wo= kttnen and Children. BBLe a:??rds a splendid chance for give away shoes for e to get the gy invested. Special such o ders. $1 s<’ $2.50. Bhi ■ Mil"- y Selling. i <>.v T;if- P re P arr, l - or 11 from now ti'.l 'J i x ’nt 1 )’- -1: <i p. K: store is bright with ' Kik things ornamental, yfluich are bound to appeal flks of every day mere han- BVe cotdially invite you to p you are ready. If not, ing reminder for you when I Other Sifts £ long list ir deed: _ 100 long to be ex jcnt/emen. plotted hen ;so we is,, hap ha/, trd from tin* bis* s'< ek and suggest others when all> H<yi>t - Celebrated Suspenders, including long” in plain white, m< de brown. Pinstripes, anu Fleur D’ Lis Figures,soc pair. Plain Black and Fancy Colored Half Hose, including new Embroidered figures and longitudinal stripes s’* popular now, 3 5c pair. Wilson Bros, complete line of winter Un derwear: ever grade from a plain Under shirt or Drawers at 40c to the tiuest Camels Hair garments at 82 25 each. Christmas The cold weath > rr > er all ahead of Capes and Jackets. yon. The wear ing time only just begun. What can you buy for mother, wife, sister or daughter that will be more appreciated? Ladies’ Capes in Black, or Blue, Beaver strap seam trimmings—a bargain, at 83,50 each. Ladies' Jackets of flnest imported Kersey: in castor, gray, blue or black, very stylish aud perfect fitting- at 84 50 each. Infants Long Robes, in Eider Dowu or Bed tord Cord, Embroidered and in beautiful shades of light blue, rose pink, cream or white, at 81.50 to 83,00 each. Christmas J* 1 * warm woolly fel _ lows; rich borders. Jstankets. These lots are chosen for their fitness for Christmas presents. ‘Golden Gate,” pure white California Lambs Wool, full 11 4 size, borders assorted in delicate shades of blue, pink, helio, and g ay 81 50. White Fern,” pnrewhite Australian wool, full 10 4 size with deep border in blue, pink or scarlet, and with silk bound edges, 83.00 pair. Silkaline Comfortables, closely quilted and padded with the finest down, full 10-1 size, only 82.50 each, Florentine Si k Comfortables, double faced, witn wide ruffle edges, lined with purest down. 87.50 each. A MIRROR OF EVENTS IN CITY ANO SUBURB. Tales of the Town Told in a Few Lines. NEWS ITEMS ARE BOILED DOWN For Convenience That Those Who Run May Read.—Some Bits of New That Transpired Here Yesterday Truthfully Told. Huyler’s in Fancy Baskets just re ceived. Hudson ’s Drug Store. Better order was never maintained in any city upon a similar occasion than in Americus at present. There is no drunkenness, no rowdyism, and every one has a good time. Americus merchants are well satis fied with the carnival from a business standpoint. Thousands of people have come here this week and all made pur chases of some kind. There was a very slight improve ment in the cotton market yesterday. However, very little attention is given the staple here while the holiday and carnival rush continues. About every “fake” scheme calculat ed to catch a dime or dollar is to be found in Americus now. And the ver dant bite at them and freely give up their hard-earned coin. Both the Central and Seaboard brought goodly crowds of visitors yes terday. Many insisted that the attend ance was larger than on any day since the big carnival opened. The employes at the postoffice and express office are breathing easier now, that the Christmas rush is nearly over. They have been kept extremely busy during the past ten days The open air free performances, morning and evening, attract thous ands of onlookers, while the “slide for life” and the high diving act seem just as interesting as on Monday. Mayor Felder had only one case be fore him yesterday, that of a showman who batted a citizen for peeping under his tent. The showman was diecharg J ed and the citizen locked up. Bosco, who “eats ’em alive,” came forth again yesterday, after having been in retirement for two days, and chewed up a few reptiles just as a change from Christmas turkey. Tb.e street theatres did a fine busi ness yesterday, especially the war shows; Pharaoh’s Daughter, one of the most beautiful of all; the “Little, World;” “Beautiful Florine,” aud oth ers of the attractions. A Monster Devil Fish. Destroying its victims, is a type of Constipation. The'pqwer of this mur derous malady if felu on ergons and nerves and muscles and brain. There’s no health till it’s overcome. But Dr. King’s New Life Pills urea safe and certain cure. Best in the worl.l for stomach, Livei. Kidneys and Bowels Only 25 cents at E. J. Eldridge’s drug tore. » Men’s fancy Shirts, equal to any, and better than most shirts sold at $1 oo and $l 25; excellent percales superbly made and handsomely laundried, now at 75c each. Two hundred remnants bleached Ger man Damask Table Linen, handsome, yet one of the best wearing weaves made; two yards wide, in lengths of 2,2% and 3 yds, just the right lengths for tables, worth regular sl, price for these short lengths, 65c yd. Twenty-five pairs White Blankets, ex tra heavy, silk taped, warm and sightly; low priced at $2 they are made Stilt lower — Tv c 11: v <ll ieu Ji Ji fl 3 lirnr I D° You Want a £ 5Hr Kt Xmas Present? 5 3 S Usm ■ What Are You Waiting on ? , ■ on't Put Until Tomorrow, fZ TIKIAAV There isn’t any doubt but what you can satis- gr- W/ItlL. IV Uni. ty your wants here. The nicest line of xS*”. I Jewelry, Cut-Glass and Silverware in the City, | * ft T CI II I IVAN Successor to Americus Jewelry and VI. 1. C7IUL.L.I V /YLx, l Music Company .C, Watch Inspector Seaboard Air Line R. R. Next to Ladies’Entrance Windsor Hotel. BENEATH A BOWER OF SMILAX. | Miss McDonald and Mr. Bradlev Were Wedded Wednesday. One of the prettiest home weddings ever witnessed here was that which blended the lives of Miss Mamie Cath erine McDonald and Mr. Harry T. Bradley, the ceremony taking place on Wednesday morning at the residence of the bride’s parents, Captain and Mrs. John A. McDonald, near The Plains. Long before the appointed hour the beautifully decorated parlors of the McDonald home were thronged with friends assembled to witness this very happy plighting of the troth. The color scheme was green and white, while festoons of smilax and stately palms and ferns made an effec tive background for an arch of green from which was suspended two Horal doves of snowy whiteness. Miss Jessie Jones of Macon presided at the organ and rendered the wedding march. The lovely bride, in her wedding robes of white duchesse and chiflon with garniture of„ real lace, entered upon the arm of her father, and was met at the altar by the groom attended by his brother, Mr, Paschal Bradley. The ribbon bearers were Misses Flor ence Page and Lillian Reese, while the little Hower girls, Agnes Thomas and Genevieve French, completed the wedding circle. The beautiful bride carried in her hand a white prayer book, the gift of the groom. Her tulle veil was caught to her golden hair with a spray of lil lies of the valley, and sue was indeed a j picture of surpassing lovliness. The wedding march was changed to a soft, tender melody as the rites were impressively solemnized by Rev. I. F. Griffith of Macon. While congratulations were being extended the appropriate song “Be cause I Love Your, Dear” was sweetly rendered, as was the prelude to the ceremony “Oh Promise Me by Miss Griffith. A superb wedding breakfast was served in the handsomely decorated dining room, the bride’s table with its decorations of white and green, the color scheme, being very beautiful. Many superb wedding gifts attested the popularity of the couple. Sumter has lost one of her lovliest young women, for Miss McDonald was possessed of all the charms of the typi cal SoutheriPbeAWty’ttuN- ad mired among a host oi friendly r - Bradley is a successful young busT&SSfik man of Cartersville, where he has large mercantile interests and is held in high esteem socially. The young couple left shortly after the wedding ceremony for their home, carrying with them the best wishes of a host >f friends. t.ie mookkn mother Has fouu« that her little ones are* am or oved mor- by the pleasant- ssyrup of 'ige, when ii need of-Nne laxative es feet of a remedy, than by any other. Children enjoy it and it bene fits them. The true remedy, "Syrup of Figs, is manufactured by the Califor nia Fig Syrup Co. only. Americus Cotton Market. Americus, Ga., Dec. 27, 1900. Rec’d today at warehouses, 4G bales. Rec’d previously at “ 26,518 “ Total warehouse receipts 26,564 Americus Market Quotations. Good Middling Bf@ 9 Middling Bg@B, ! Keep the bowels active if you would preserve your health. A dose of Prickly Ash Bitters now and then does this to perfection. Dr. E. J. Eldridge. Presents... ...for THE... Holidays. SUCH AS—- Comb and Brush Bets. Atomizers and Perfume Bottles. Cuffs and Collar Boxes. Pipes—fine, cheap, all kind and prices. Cigar Holders, Cigar Cases, and Pocket-Book. Boxes and Puffs, in small boxes. Extracts and a lot of klrtig Store. Mice. CHAIRMAN HULL CONFIDENT He Believes the Army Reorganization Bill Will Pass. Washington, Dec. 27. Representa tive Hull, chairman of the house com mittee on military affairs, apparently does not share the fear expressed in some quarters that the army reorgani zation will fail at this session of congress and that a make-shift tempo rarily continuing the present provisional army bill will have to be resorted to. He was at the White House today in conference with the president and Sena tor Allison and stated his perfect confi dence in the speedy enactment of the army bill. “1 have canvassed the situation in the senate,” be said, “and I believe that the differences betwen the two houses upon the measure will be adjusted within a week after the bill goes to conference.” Cold Steel Or Death. “There is but one small chance to save you life and that is through an operation,” was the awful prospect set before Mrs. I. B. Hunt, of Lime Ridge, Wis., by her doctor after vainly trying to cure her of a frightful case of stom ach trouble and yellow jaundice. He didn’t count on the marvelous powers of Electric Bitters to cure stomach and Liver troubles, but she heard of it, took seven bottles, was wholly cured, avoided surgeon’s knife, now weighs more and feels better than ever. Its positively guaranteed to cure Stomach Liver and Kidney troubles and never disappoints. Priec 50c at E. J. Eld ridge drug’s store. Must File Their Deeds. Chattanooga, Dec. 27. —Six aldermen of this city, enjoined from serving on the charge of being nonfreeholders of the wards from which they were elected, answered in chancery coui’t, each one claiming property. The chancellor made an order that deeds to property claimed must be filed in court. It is claimed by citizens bringing the suit that the aider men do not own property by bonafide purchase, but by fictitious deeds. The kidneys ache when they are over worked and the trouble gets serious unless promptly removed. Prickly Ash Bitters is a reliable kidney tonic and bowel regulator. E. J. Eldridge. Chemists In Convention. Chicago, Dec. 27.—Leading chemists from all sections of the country assem bled in the Auditorium today to attend the twenty-second general meeting of the American Chemical society. The forenoon was devoted to the reading of scientific papers. In the afternoon ex cursions were made to various institu tions iu the city where chemical inves tigations were made. Happiness is but another name for perfect health. Use Prickly Asn Bit ters and be happy. It keeps the vital organs healthy and well regulated. Dr. -jllJ. Eldridge. WELCd^ D T 0 RICHMOND. Opening SessioL’ 1 ot the Southern Edu catior*al Convention. Richmond eo> 27.—The delegates to the S?ut> ern Educational association, which held * ts opening session today, slow iu assembling. When the association was called to order there were about 500 delegates present, repre senting every part of the south. After prayer by Rev. Cary Morgan, addresses of welcome were delivered by Governor Tyler, Mayor Taylor, State Superintendent of Instruction Southall and City Superintendent Fox, and sev eral responses were made. Masonic Temple Dedicated. Chattanooga, Dec. 27.—The new and handsome Masonic temple recently purchased by the Masonic bodies of this city was formally dedicated tonight. Hon. H. H. Ingersoll, of Knoxville, was orator, of the occasion. Grand Master of Masons McCllster and Grand Com mander of Knights Templar Robert R. Freeman were both present. Miners Return to Work. Pitston, Pa., Dec.. 27. —The 2,500 em ployes of the Lehigh Valley Coal com pany at the Heidelburg, Dorrance, Prospect and Franklin collieries resumed work today after being on a strike since last Friday because they were not re ceiving their pay semi-monthly. A sat isfactory agreement with the company was reached. In Session at Albany. Albany, Dec. 27. —The sessions of the Geological Society of America opened at the Albany Boys’ academy today. Dr. G. M. Dawson, director of the geo logical survey of Canada, president of the society, delivered his annual address, after which a number of scientific pa pers were read. Hay Has Many Callers. Washington, Dec. 27.—This being diplomatic day Secretary Hay had many callers, the Chinese minister being the first. Neither the secretary nor the minister had any late advices from Pe king. Currier & Bunker Assign. New York, Dec. 27. Currier & Bunker, who did business as stock brokers at 21 Park Row, made an as signment today for the benefit of credit ors to William H. Boynge. Christmas,,, Is near at hand and we have provided tor 3Qme by buying a magnificent line of just such articles as |ye specially suited for r GIFTS ★ . BL rrived, and each day brings in more. Ilk over our beautiful line, as already been laid aside for Christmas, K be here. CAUGHT WITH KODAK ABOUT THE DEPOTS, People Wh,o Came and .Went Away Yesterday. A SNAPSHOT AT THE COACHES. Some are Your Friends and Some are Not.—Who Come and Go in a Day.— Is Your Name Written There With the Others? Beautiful, serviceable, sensible line of bedroom slippers for ladies and gen tlemen, the proper things for Christmas presents. Schumpert Shoe Co. Hon. Shelby Myrick, of Savannah, will spend today in the city. Mr. A. F. Stansell, of Cuthbert, was among the host of visitors in Americus yesterday. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Brinson are here from Columbus upon a visit of a few days to relatives. Col. Howell Hollis, of Marion coun ty, is spending a few days with rela tives in Americus. Mrs. Albert J. Evans, of Fort Val ley, is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. T. J. Baisden, here. Miss Strange, of Ellaville, arrived yesterday and is the guest of friends here during the carnival. Mr. Milton H. Meldrim, of Savan nah, is the guest of Mr. and Mrs. R. L. Meldrim at The Windsor. Hon. B. L. Joiner came down from Andersonville yesterday to join the hosts of visitors at the fair. Mr. John W. A. Hawkins was among the many carnival visitors who came over from Preston yesterday. Hon. Pope Brown, of the State Rail road Commission, is a prominent visi tor in Americus this morning. Messrs. Fort McAfee and T. H. Werst were among Smithville’s repre sentatives in Americus yesterday. Mr. Arthur Rylander is here from Lake Butler, Fla., to spend Christmas with his family and see the carnival. Mr. and Mrs. Will E. Hawkins, of Atlanta, are guests of Mr. and Mrs. E. A. Hawkins during the holidays. Miss Corrie Forrester, a pretty and attractive visitor from Ellaville, is the guest of Americus friends this week. Senator J. E. Heys, of the Thir teenth, our distinguished representa tive in the upper house, is a visitor at the carnival. Judge and Mrs. William Crawford, of Buena Vista, are guests of Mr. and Mrs. Edgar J. Miller at their home on Jackson street. Dr. and Mrs. John M. Wilkes are en tertaining y T oung Master John Payne Wilkes, a welcome visitor at their pret ty Taylor street home yesterday. Rev. T. J. Nease, the new pastor of St. Paul’s church, arrived yesterday with his family, and will occupy his pulpit for the first time on Sunday morning. THE COURTHOUSE IS DEsERTED. Little Business Is Transacted at the Temple. The appearance of things at the “temple of justice” this week is in striking contrast to that of last week when court was in session and hun dreds thronged the corridors. No business of importance has been trans acted there this week and the court officials haye ample time to do the midway and the carnival attractions. is LUKE A DELICATE MUSICAL IMSTCUMEMT In good condition she is sweet and lovable, and sings life’s song on a joyful harmonious string. Out of order or unstrung, there is discordance and unhappiness. Just as there is one key note to all music so there is one key note to health. A woman might as well try to fly without wings as to feel well and look well while the organs that make her a woman are weak or diseased. She must be healthy inside or she can’t be healthy outside. There are thousands of women suffering silently all over the country. Mistaken modesty urges their silence. While there is nothing more admirable than a modest woman, health is of the first importance. Every other con sideration should give way before it. Brad field’s Female Regulator is a medicine for 'r'J I’WLd women’s ills. It is thesafestandquick est way to cure leu corrhea, falling of the womb, nervous ness, headache, backache and gen eralweakness. You will be astonished at the result, es pecially if you have been experiment ing vzith other so called remedies. We are not asking you to try an uncer tainty. Bradfield’s Regulator hasmade happy thousands of women. What it has done for others It can do for you. Sold in drug stores for $1 a bottle. A free illustrated book will be sent to all who write to > IHE BRMUIFLD REGULATOR CO. JT Atlanta, &a The Comfortable Slip •J* -A 6 J* A* sM WE are intensely anxious to earn, during the holidays, a certain adjective. Wd wish to be called “The Comfortable Store.” To feain this honor, during the top pressure days before us, has required much planning. None but members of our own store-family can realize the extent, and depth, and breadth of these preparations. !t is not enough m to promise promise you an unequaled stock and fair est prices. We recognize your to speedy, accurate and satisfactory service, and to physical enjoyment and comfort while under our roof. So far as care and thought, and expenditure can secure these, you shall have or no holidays We mention a few of the many things to be founu here, and in buying these you buy something that is desirable as well as useful. ** & Women’s Tailor-made Suits. Women’s Dress and Rainy-day Skirts. Jackets, Capes and Furs. Handsome Silk Petticoats. Fine Mercerized Petticoats Ready-made Silk and Flannel Waists. Silk, Woolen and Cotton Dress Goods. Hosiery, Gloves and Underwear. Laces, Embroideries, Handkerchiefs and Ribbons. Umbrellas, Shoes and Slippers Table Damasks, Towels, Napkins. voi.nterpanes, Blankets, Sheets and Pillow Cases. Trunks, Travelling Bags, Pocket Books, Card Cases. Silver Novelties, Fancy Mirrors, Combs and And numerous other fancy articles. Suits, Overcoats and odd Trousers. Shirts, Suspenders and Underwear. | Neckwear, Ho/ery, Gloves and Handkerchiefs. Umbrellas and Valking Canes. Trunks and Tra.eling Bags. 4J Shoes and Hats. Everything that is useful for Men’s and Boys’ Wea ing Apparel YJW I A lot of sane/ decorated China, assorted, to close Jardineres from 19c to $3.00 each. Fancy Pelts and Belt Buckles. Hair Ornaments, Neckwear. Leather Pocket Books, Purses, Card Cases. Shopping Bags, Scissors, Atomizers. Bleached Domestics, Sea Islands and Sheetings. Carpets, Mattings, Rugs. Hassocks, Foot Mats. Lace and Damask Curtains, Window Shades, Buggy Robes, Comfortables. Open Monday Night till 11 O’clock and Possibly Each Night During the Week Except Xmas Night. BIG REDUCTION IN AND HOLIDAY GOODS. This is your opportunity to n present at a minimum c M. S. HOLLIDAY. 419 Jackson St., and 408 Jackson St. Christmas WiII Soon Be Here! The Season of Good Cheer==Present Giving, And The Time to Kill The Fatted Calf. . . . Ot course you want everything nice, fresh and clean at “Live and Let Live Prices.” 1 can suit the most fastidious in taste, and the most modest in price. I carry one of the best selected stocks of groceries m the city; everything to be found in a first-class up-to-date grocery. Here is a few of the good to eat: FRUITS: Florida Or ngea, New York Apple*, (t apes, Cocoanate, Bananas. All kind” of nuts from the cheap Brazils io the best paper shell Almond. California Rusins. Da’e«, Dried Figs. For your fruit cake—Seeded Rais ns, Currants, Ci'ron, aud all other neces T sary ingredients. Langdor’s 1, 2 and alo tnd Bruit Cakes, Shelled Almonds. Lemon and Orange Peel. r J h-i bes spice? money can buy. Cranberries, New York Celery, Ohves in glass ana bulk, oyal Salad Dressing, Sauces, India. Relish, Pickles to be almost biven away. Plu*n Padding, Boned Ch’cken, Fat and Juicy Salmon for your Salads. A foil line of Van Camp’s Sonpr, Beets and other delicacies* Lobster. Shrimp, Kippered Hening. (Lmgek Preserves, Heinz Pine- Apple Preserves. All other kinds of vegetables that you naturally expert to find. A fu•! line of Fireworks and “Dewey Bombs and Ammunition. ” I claim to carry the finest line of Candies sold in the city. Call by and examine one of the best and neatest stocks of groceries to be found m the city. * Artesian Corner, oeorffe O. /fix, . ' - -r-r . - . ’ --- ■■ ■ rjaK-g, Specialties. J We offer the Etfing Public a fine bill of fare todayr"" We can give you Fresh Oheesa, Potatoes* 'abba^@w djff < Hutaßagas, Fine Apples. .And anything you may Wantmere /