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ADVERTISING Your monev back.— I udicioua ndvertin iag ia the kind that pays back «a yon the mossy you invest. Space ia thia piper assures von prompt returns . . VOL. VII. - NO 8. DIRECTORY TtVB Offlcers Mayor—B. P. Godwin. Commissioner*—A. Ajderaon, N. S. Pael. W. A. Bllisou. ). D. Legxett. C. H. Godwin. Street CnamiiiinHr—J. D. Leggtt. Clark—C. H. Godwin. Treasurer —N. S. Peel. Attorney—Wheeler Martin. QChfef of Police-). H. Pane. Lodges Skawarkae Lodge, No. 90, A. P and A. H. Regular meeting every ml and 4th TWaday nights. Roanoke Camp. No. 107, Woodmen of the World. Regular Meeting every *»d last Friday nights. Church of the Advent Services on the aacoad and lltk Sun days of the moath.nsoraing and evening, and on the Saturdays (J p. m.) before, and CM Monday* (9 a. m.) after mid Sun days of the month. All are cordially in vited. B. S. L*nim. Rector. Methodist Rev. B. B. Rose, the Methodist Pas tor, has the following appointments; Bvery Sunday morniug at 11 o'clock aad night at 7 o'clock respectively .except the second Sunday. Sunday School every Sunder morning at 9:30 o'clock. Prayer-meetiag every Wednesday even ing at > o'clock. Holly Springs yd Sunday evening at 3 o'clock: Vernosi lat Sunday evening at 3 o'clock; Hsmifrna •ad Snnday, morning aad night; flea—lis sad Sunday at J o'clock. A cordial in vitation to all to attend these services ' Baptist Church Preaching on the Ist. and and 4th Sun days at 11 a. m.. and ;:.y> p. m. Prayer meeting every Thursday night at 7:30- Saaday School every Sunday morning at 9-yo J. D. Biggs. Su p.rintendent. The pastor preaches at Hamilton on the 3rd Sunday in each month, at 11 a. m. and 7:30 p. m., and at Riddick's Grove •n Baturdav before every Ist Sunday at 11 a. m.. and on the ist Sunday at 3 p. m. Blade School House on the and Sunday at 3 p. a., sad the Biggs' School House on the 4th Sunday at 3 p. m. Everybody cordially invited. R. D. CaakOLL. Pastor. SKEWARKEE A LO — 1 No. *O, A. F. FC A. M. A!JA DIRKTOkV POR I9OJ. S. 8. Brown, W. M.; W.C Manning.S. W.; Mc. G. Taylor, J. W.; T. W. Thorn u, S. D.; A. P. Taylor, J.D; S. R. Bin*, Secretary; C. D. Caratarphen, Treasurer, A. E.Whit more and T.C.Cook, Steward*; R. W. Clary, Tiler. STANDING COMMITTEES: - CHAIITY—S. 8. Brown, W. C. Man ning, Mc. G.Taylor. PIXA.fCE—Joe. D. Bigg*. W. H. Har •ll, R. J. P*l. ' RITUXNU — W. H. Kdwardi, W. M. Gnn, P. K. Hodge*. ASYLUM — H. W. stubb*, w. H. Rob ertaon, H. D. Cook. MAXSHAU— I. H. Hattoa. '4 • Professional Cards. DR J- A. WHITE. FFLPH , DENTIST ORNCA—MAIN STRICT PHONR « I will be in Plymouth the first week in each month. ■ !l " ' " WAT WAKRXN j. m. aMiTHWicK DRS. WAERBN &. SMITBWICR PHYSICIANS AND SURGEONS OPPICR IM BIGGS' DEOO STORK 'Phone No. M BURROUS A. CRITCHER. |Attoknky at Law Office: Wheeler Martin's office. 'Phone, 23. N. C. S. ATWOOD NEWELL LAWYER oa« u» Main la »«• luk MM !■*. left lwai*M*. lop of atepa. ViIIiAMBTON N 0. —■ Piaukie wherever aenrtaaa an Mrri «>"'»' attealloa girea to nanialaf aad aat •C title for pNMMa of Main uf ttabci Mali ■ —- ■pedal alteatioa will be fthwa to nal catato eschaagea. If you ptak.ta bay or wll law) I caabelceoa. /11 ' DNOMM ITDTES \ • Jury for Docomber Court JAMBSVILLK J. L. Da vera port. WILLIAMS Ww J. Cherry. J. D. Hardison, J. H. Williams. GBIFPINS lames L. Coletrsin, Wm. A. Peel H. B. Peel. Alonio Rober son. BBA* OK ASS H. C. Green, I no. B. Harrison, I. L. Woolard. WILLI A »cs TON John S. Cook, a ft. Ellison. W. T. Want. CKOSS ROADS W. S. Barahill, W. J. Keel, j. A. Robuck. ROBRRSONVILLK % C. H. Brown, J. L. Croom, S. T. Everett, Arch Griffin, N. T. Leggett. C. H. Rawla, R. T. Tay lor, J. L. Whitfield. POPLAR POINT J. B. Barn hi 11, S. H. Robuck. HAMILTON J. M. Coburn, J. B. .Everett. W. A. Gurganus, Ed. Perkin, J. H. Purvis. GOOSE NKST A. E. Downs, H. C. Harrington, E. H. Leggett. Ai Eawpiev MUH For sprains,'bruises, burns,scalds and similar injuries, there is noth ing so good as Chamberlain's Pain Balm. It soothes the wound and not only gives instant felief from pain, but causes the parts to heal in about one third the time requir ed by the usual treatment. Sold by S. R. Biggs. Getting at the Fact. The census taker rapped at the door of the little farmhouse and opened hia book, relates the Youth's Companion. A plump girl of aoout eighteen came to the door and lilinked at him stupidly. "How many people live here?" he began. 4 "Nobody lives here. We are only staying through the hop sea son." "How many of you are there here?" ' "I'm here. Father's in the woodshed, and Bill is—" "See here, my girl, I want to know how many inmatesthere are in this houae. How many people slept here last night? "Nobody slept here sir. I had the toothache dreadful, and my little brother had the stomach ache and the new hand that's helping us got his back blistered and we all took on so that nobody slept a wink all u|ght loug." TliKif Tkat Mmls tli Dnr tt Luc LMn The men of eighty-five and ninety yean of age are not the rotund well fed, but thin, spare men who live on a slender diet. Be as care ful as he will, however, a man past middle age, will occasionally eat too much or of some article of food not suited to hts constitution, and will need a dose of Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets to cleanse and invigorate his stomach and regulate his liver and bowels. When this is done there is no rea son why the average man ahould live to old age. For sale by S. R. Big** It Has Been Done. "Now, in order tosnbtrsct," ex plained a teacher to a class in mathematics, "things have to si ways be of the same denomination. For instance, we couldn't take three apples from four pears, nor six hones from nine dogs." A hand went up in the back part of the room. "Teacher," shouted a small bov, "can't you take four quarts of milk from three cows?"— Punch. AFMTHI Fati It is a fearful fate to have to en dare the tortures of Piles. "I can truthfully say," writes Harry Col aon, of Masonville, la., "that for Blind, Bleeding, Itching and 'Pro trading Piles, Bucklen's Arnica Salve, is the best cure made." Also best for cuts, burns and in juries. 35c at S. R Biggs drug- ■ v gssw #» ffire (EnUxMht WILLIAMSTON, N. C„ FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8.1905. Pointed paragraphs. Gossip gains currency, but no coiu. Kveu the toper has his cardinal features. Whiskey in a bottle uiav be a good thiuj; but in a uian it's a nui sance. Bad luck is reasonably sure to come to those who trust only to luck.- Only an expert shopper can visit seventeen stores in one afternoon and escape without spending a cent Usually the son of a self made man begins to descend the ladder from the point at which his iather stopped climbing. A woman's voice seldom prevents her from believing that she can sing. In an Ohio town the women have organized a secret society for the swapping of secrets. Milliners and dressmakers are not entirely responsible for church attendance, but they help some. II ail CLM Millions rush in mad chase after health, from on** extreme of faddisui to another, wheu, if they would only eat good food, and keeu their bowels regular with Dr. King's New Hfe Pills their troubles would all pass awav. Prompt re lief and quick cure for liver ami stomach trouble 25c at S. R Biggs drug store: guaranteed. Getting Back at Him. A taciturn man went into a bar-' ber's shop the other day and began by pulling out of his pocket a pa per on which was writteu : "No I do not wi.-.h' to have my hair (Hit. I waut to -be shaved. I do not require any brilliuntine or crimpoline, or anything else ending iu 'iue. Nor do I wish to be singed or shampooed. All I want is to be shaved iu perfect sil ence." The barber read the document, and then poiuted to a notice on the wall, which ran: The proprietor begs to apologize to his customers for not entering into conversation with them, as hi ts deat ana dumb..—-London Tit- Bits. ' m , m Beautifying methods that injure the Skin and health are dangerous. Be beautiful without discomfort by taking Holiister's Rocky Moun tain Tea\ Sunshiny faces follow its use. J5 cents at J. M. Whee less&Co., Robersouville. N. C. The cbildreu's jubilee of good health follows the use of Bee's Laxative Honey aud Tar, the cough syrup that expels all cold from the system by acting as a cathartic on the bowels. A certain remedy for Croup, Whooping Cough and all lung aud bronchial affections. Sold by S. R. Biggs. hirteii Figkllu "For seven years," writes Geo. W. Hoffman, of Harper, Wash., "I had a bitter battle, with chron ic stoinacb.and liver trouble, but at last I won, and cured my di»- eases, by the use of Electric Bitters. I unhesitatingly recommend them to all, and don't intend in the fu ture to be without them in tbi house They are certainly a won derful medicine, to have cure> such a bad case as mine." Sol., under guarantee to do the sauit for you, by S. R. Biggs druggist at 50c. a bottle. Try them to da>. - ACLincher. A Chicago mothei was trying to get her little boy to bed. "Run along,, Johnny," she said, get into your he I. Tlie little chickens have all gone to bed. "Yes, mother, I kuo.w, said the little tot with a quiveriug lip, "but the old hen went to bed with 'em." Judge. Clear thinking, decisive action, vi or and rigor of body and mind, the sparkle of life, comes to all who use Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea. 35 cents, Tea or Tablets. J. M. Wheeless & Co., Roberson ville, N. C. UNNOUNGEMEINT We to inform our customers and friends that we are still in business at the same st'«ns with a full line of Groceries for the Hojiday Trade - - - WE WILL HAMO A COMa Bl .IiJTK LIIMi OF CHRISTMAS GOODS s Our Stock is complete and up-to date in every Detail Call and see us, V ery Respect f u 11 v. BROWN HODGES Big Reduction In Clothing, Ladies Skirts and Millinery. \ Call and see us, Ihlj Hit Yours to please, J J. L. HASSELL & CO. ■S * . . RRPORT OF THK CONDITION OF The Farmers and. Merchants Bank AT WIUJAMSTON, N. C. ■ At rlost* oi business Nov .'Sth, igoj. KKSOtRCKH I,I4HII.ITIKS l«o*u« mid I'iicouiiu $ 49.H46.73 Capital Stock f 15,00000 Oe*r lU'nf 1 * 34.40 Uudivided Profit* i.oot.ao Kurn*t irtind Fliturn 1,491.38 Nttt(K Ril Hill* Rdlicounled ft.H16.39 Oue Ft mi Hanks aui Muukrrs *3.366.71 Time Ctlificatea of Cc|>otil i.iaß.ao Cash .u llaud 3,496.71 Depotii* Suhje tto Check MuUO-.W TOT A 1„ 5 7%»37»1 TOT A 1., I 7» >17.93 I. Frank F Fagnn L«shier of The Farmer* fk Merchants Hank do »«»le«nly sweat thai the aWove -tae.meMtla true to the l«e*t of my kuotfcjedge ■i» l belief. Frauk F. Fugan, Cashier. State >l No th of Martin. !iw"ru to «n«l Mibacohcd liefone me. thin, the iitlh day of November. A. D.. 190*. coRRIiC V—ATI KS r Aaa. T. Crawford. Notary Public, iieunia H UiKg* I C l>. John l>. iiiup*ou ) F. K. HODGES - - - R.j. COBURN Shoes, Overcoats, Clothing and Silks I /■ is the line in which we can save you from 20 to x /i per cent on. . . We Only Ask You to Come and Look For Yourself. We carry the latest colors of Changeable Silks and everything that can be fouud in a frist-class dry goods store in any city. Don't fail to visit us before pur chasing elsewhere. You will find it to your advantage. Mr. Hodges has just returned from Northern Markets with the latest and most up-to-date styles of Rain Coats for Ladies' that has been shown in town this season. - ;v . The Skreemer Shoe is the handsomest dress shoe iti town. All styles. Standard Price $4 00. Give us a call even if you are not thinking of buying, we will be pleased to show you through. >V . Yours' to serve, r. K. HODGES St GO. 6rip Qaiekly Kiockil Bit "Some weeks ago during the severe winter weather both my wife and contracted 'severe in to the'|worst ;kind*of la r grippe with all its says Mr J. S. Kglestou.'jof Maple Land ing, lowa. "Knees fand joints aching, muscles'sore, head stopped up, eyes and nose running, with alternate spells of chills and fever We began using Chamberlain's Cough Remedy, aiding (hejsame with a dose of Chamberlain's Stom ach and Liver Tablets, and by its liberalise soon out the gtip." These Tablets pro mote a the bowels, liver aud kidneys which is always beneficial \vhen,the system is con gested by a cold or attack of the grip. For salejby S. R. .Biggs. A pretty girl looks a sight more so when you have the sense to tell hei so. A Cirtali Cin Far Croip When a child shows svmptons of croup there is no time to experi ment with new remedies, no matter how highly they are recommended. There is one preparation that can always be depended upon. It has been in use for many years and has uever been known to fail, viz: Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. Mr. M. F. Compton, ot Market, Texas, says of it, "I have used Chamber lain's Cough Remedy in severe cases of croup with my children, and can truthfully say it always give* prompt relief." For sale by S. R. Biggs. experience is almost as profitable as speculating in stocks. a very rich man can appre ciate the blessings of poverty. Torture of i Preacher The story of the torture of Rev. O. D. Moore, pastor of the Baptist church, of Hapersville, N. Y., will interest you. . He says; "I suffer ed agonies, because of a persistent cough, resulting from the grip. *; I had to sleep sitting up in bed, I tried many remedies, without re lief until I took Dr. King's New Discovery for Consumption Coughs and Colds, which entirely cured my cough, and saved me from con sumption." A graud cure for dis eased conditions of Throat .and Lung:). At S. K. Biggs druggist price 50c and si.oo» guaranteed. Trial bottle free. ' Meu have spent fortunes before they discovered the difference be tween pleasure and happiuess. Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea is simply liquid electricity. It goes to every part of your body, bring ing new blood, strength and new vigor. It makes vou well and keeps you well. 35 cents at J. M. Wheeless & Co., Robersonville, N. C. Cupid takes a day of when the feminine match maker gets busy. Wheu you want a pleasant lax ative take Chamberlaiu's Stomach and Liver Tablets For sale b> S. R. Biggs It's the fault of the player if an up-right piano is a downright nuis ance. The season of Indigestion i* now at band. Ring's Dyspepsia Tab lets relieve indigestion, and correct all stomach disorders. Sojji by S. ' And the photographers general ly take the world just as it comes. The reason Dr. Dade's Little Liver Pills give perfect satisfaction is due to their tonic effect on the liver. They never gripe. Sold by S. R. Biggs. A chasm that often sepcrates friends: sarcasm. Any one suffering from Kidney pains, backache, bladder trouble or rheumatistq who will take a dose of Pine-ules upon retiring at night shall be relieved before morning. Sold by S. R. Biggs. A mistake by a dentist: accident al. ADVERTISING Your money back.—Judiciou* advertis ing U the kind that pay* back to you the money you iuveat. Space in this paper aaaures you prompt return* . . WHOLE NO. 310 Be Sure to Use Only Cream of Tartar Baking Powder Food made with alum baking powder carries alum to the Stomach unchanged. Scientists have positively demonstrated this and that such food is partly indi gestible and unhealthfui. WilliamstOD Telephone Co. *» " • Office over Bank of Martin County, WILLIAMSTON, N. C. Pbone Charges Mcuagei limited to j minute*; extra ckargt will poaltivelr be m*d« for longer time. To Washington 33 Cent*. " Greenville 15 " " Plymouth 15 " " Tarboro 35 " " Rocky Muunt 35 " Scotland Neck 35 " Jamesville 15 " Kader Lilleyls " J. G.Staton 15 ' ]. L. Woolard ij " ' O. K. Cowing & Co. IJ " ' Pannele 15 " " Roberaonvilie 15 " " Everett* 15 " Gold Point 15 " Geo. P. McNaughton 15 " Hamilton ' 30 " For other pointa in Eastern Carolina see "Central " where a 'phone will be ound for use of noa-subscriber*. In Gase of Tire you want to be protected. In case of death you want to leave your family some thing to live on. In case of accident you want some thing to live on beside* borrowing. Let Us Come to Your Rescue We cau insure you.against • . loss from Fire, Death and Accident. We can insure your Boiler, Plate Glass, Burg lary. We also can bond you for any office requir ing bond None But Bast Companies Rtpnsutil K. B. CRAWFORD INSURANCE AGENT, Godard Building , %fi ... vß&n* .v.-'*- '£r».v sXf-feniENca T r e- |H"I kU' ". •' '.X&KI Tnn.-.r. M »v.' Dr».QN« 4 COPYRIGHTS Ac A anl dftMhnll'm *■ - : iMif. -rinin our o|Mt*t*»u trtio »t jrtiiei - i> Ulu Nnhlr p«luiu»l)le. ( '•miuuii'- ilf ..ii.o.ionUhl. liahdborktiu P«u»iU i. Hk Wrjr 'or-ecui li:g pal•»!•»». t* tiiktMi throiiirb Mmtn A v.t». hhmlv i n without Chun?*} 111 tlitf sUfflific Jf«tcrica;j. V t hi uomely . I: UT of »IIT * tcfUlir j •« R 'T«U. Term*, fJ a r 5 four moii' h®, |! Bv«d by all iiewew*w SAUfiK & Co ' New York Urtnch Offlci B'tU WMhlDcton. D.U oil KWM, or BO T—. WO obtolm PATENTS ■ THAT PAY. BdYottloo UMB tkonmcfclr. 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