The Schley County News Thursday, April 12, 1894 No. 15 THE HIGH SCHOOL JOURNAL Published Weekly Oh how glad we school girls and boys are to see dear old Spring approaching us again, with its bright and shining rays of light, which keeps our hearts and faces all aglow. When we enter the school room every mornimg our teacher always greets us with a smiling face and a courteous "good morning." We study very hard during school hours, but when recess comes we are greatly refreshed under the lovely shade trees on the beautiful grass. We have a short exercise on every Friday afternoon for the benefit of our school, on last Friday we had compositions and recitations by the girls and also a spelling match. Horace Stewart and Homer Collins were appointed to chose sides. The honors were given to Horace's side. On next Friday afternoon we will have speeches by the boys. There were only five visitors out last Friday but we hope there will be more next time. Not only do we give you special invitation to attend these Friday afternoons but you are cordially invited to come in at any time and see what we are doing. If you are one of those who believe our school is merely a love school and play frolic, all I ask of you is to visit it and I think we can convince you before you leave that there is not a bit of love in it, except for our teacher and I can assure you that each and every one of us dearly love him. I would like to say that "Specimen" was very wrongly informed about the crowd at Lumpkin Spring having to buy their dinner, for I was one among that crowd and know exactly what was carried on at that place, of course we sent back to town and bought some lemons and made some lemonade. Mr. Whitehurst has offered a prize in our spelling class to the one who gets the most head marks, the prize is a nice book which will be worth reading. Those who were so fortunate as to get head marks last week were: Alma Simpson, Kit Tyson and Claud Baldwin. "Oh! do catch me down there," was the cry heard from one of the larger girls last week as she came tumbling down the stairway, but we are glad to say she received no serious injuries. John when you have broken your shoes and pants, we will be glad to have you back again at school. If you see anyone inquiring for a good school to send their children to, but point out to them the Ellaville High School which ranks fourth as the best managed school throughout the whole country.--K.T.(Kittie Tison?) NINE CENTS A DOZEN When ever were eggs so plentiful and so cheap in Columbus? At all the stores, the market, and on the streets, there is an abundance of them, and they are selling at the remarkably low price of nine cents per dozen. Every body can eat eggs when they are so cheap and surely there's nothing more delightful and palatable. Last year at one time, eggs in Columbus sold as low as 10 cents, but 9 cents is an unusual and remarkably low price. The country seems flooded with them, and every wagon brings quantities to the city. Enquirer-Sun. HOSPITABLE BUENA VISTA An audience that filled almost every seat in the Literary League Hall, welcomed the Eclipse Comedy Company to Buena Vista Friday evening and every one who went from Ellaville was highly delighted with the trip. It was feared that having to substitute characters and use a different stage would demoralize the troupe but the different parts were sustained in a very creditable manner. Dr. Sam Williamson had only one or to rehearsals but went through surprisingly well. It is the opinion of some who witnessed both that this was not quite up to the first performance but the Buena Vista audience was very appreciative and the manner in which every feature was received was a marked compliment to each one of the actors. The greater part of the crowd stopped at the Reece house and were entertained in that pleasant style that has made this hotel so popular with the traveling public. Several of the young ladies were entertained by friends in the city. While the kindness of every one is appreciated, the visitors feel especially in debted to Mesdames McCorkle, Drane, Scoville, and Lowe. Misses Lowe and Drane, Messrs. Munro, Peacock, Mauk, Reece, Rushin and Wiggins for courtesies that made their stay so enjoyable. We hope our Buena Vista friends will very soon give us the opportunity to reciprocate their kindness. The flattering expression(s) about the entertai! nment were very gratifying to those who worked hard to make it a success. The proceeds amounted to $55.00. LOCAL AND OTHERWISE Mr. Chas. Fricker of Americus was in town Tuesday on business. Pomegranite bushes were killed to the ground by the recent freeze. No good democrat can afford to stay a way (from) the poles Saturday. Miss Kate Williams will close her school at Glen Holly Friday night with a concert. The show windows of Munro and Wall's attractive drug store have been ornamented with gilt lettering. Mr. Albert Rees came up Tuesday from Americus. He is an important witness against cashier Ed Clark. A select crowd will picnic at Williamson's fish pond Saturday, and it goes without saying that they will have a pleasant day. A committee from among the best singers was appointed Sunday to arrange music for the Sunday School Celebration the second Saturday in May. Mrs. C. Whitehurst will preside at the organ and will be assisted in the music by Mrs. H.S. Munro, Mrs. J.R. Williams, Mrs. R.M. Murphy, Misses Lila Chapman and Emmie Baldwin. It is their desire to make this one of the pleasant features of the occasion and both the schools should co-operate with them and render every assistance possible. THE PEOPLE'S PARTY NOMINEE Last Friday the People's Party met and nominated a candidate for Ordinary. There were only two in the race, Mr. Charles Womack and R.E.L. Eason. 126 votes were polled, Mr. Womack received a good majority. The People's Party realizes that their cause is weakening and they are putting in some good work this week to rally their forces for one more battle. Democrats see to it that you are not caught napping. PERSONAL Mr. P.H. Williams of Americus was in town this week. Mr. and Mrs. George Hill visited Mr. Elbert Hill's family this week. Editor Bascom Myrick of the Times Recorder was in town Wednesday. Col. and Mrs. J.F. Hixon were guests of Mr. T.V. Bridges' family this week. Mrs. G.W.C. Munro returned to Putnam Monday morning after a pleasant visit to Ellaville. Misses Eva Wall, Stella and Kittie Tison were among the charming visitors to Ellaville Sunday. Miss May Stewart returned Sunday evening from a short visit to her friend Miss Pound of Buena Vista. Messrs. Talmadge and Cone who have done a good deal of painting about town left Ellaville Monday night. Prof. L.D. Lockhart and wife were in Ellaville this week, the guests of Dr. and Mrs. W.D. Sears. Col. G.P. Munro who will be the next Senator from this district has been attending court this week. The many friends of this rising young lawyer would be glad if Schley had the priviliege of casting a vote for him. Col. C.W. Hancock of Americus was in Ellaville this week soliciting subscribers to a book he proposes to publish at an early day. This book will be of special interest to people of Schley, Sumter and adjoining counties and we hope Col Hancock will receive sufficient encouragement to warrant the publication of the work. RESULT OF SATURDAY'S MEETING The three democratic contestants for the office of Ordinary were on hand Saturday morning with their friends when the polls opened and the voting was quite spirited all day. All the candidates were working for the votes at LaCrosse too. The polls were not opened at any of the other precincts. When the votes were counted it was found that Phil E. Taylor had a small majority and he was declared the nominee. The Democrats polled 393 votes which gives them a majority of 267. The other candidates bore their defeat very gracefully, and immediately pledged Mr. Taylor their hearty support. In the election Saturday, the democrats should not be satisfied with less than three or four hundred majority, and if every one does his duty they can easily get it. Mr. Taylor is a deserving man. Perfectly sober and reliable, and well qualified to fill this important office. end # 15